We are so excited to present our #ReadYourWorld Book Jam 2020 in conjunction with Children’s Book Council! This year we have 10 amazing authors with unique book lists to share. Each author is also doing a book giveaway! We are thrilled to have Nikki Grimes today to kick off our #ReadYourWorld Book Jam 2019 with the Children’s Book Council....
Guest post from Anneke Forzani, CEO of Language Lizard, LLC Are you a teacher or homeschooling parent looking for ways to incorporate diverse cultures and languages in your teaching? A new book helps educators build culturally responsive classrooms that embrace multiculturalism through lesson plans, games, and fun activities from around the world. These resources help students...
As the 7th annual MCBD approaches on January 31, 2020, we have been eyeball deep in all-things-Multicultural Children’s Book Day and loving every second of it! Here are some reasons why we know for a FACT, that the 2020 Multicultural Children's Book Day will be the best EVER. 5 things to look forward to for Multicultural Children’s...
Guest post from Pack-n-Go Girls Ever wonder what holiday celebrations look like in other countries? Then let's take your kids on a tour of the world this Christmas with Pack-n-Go Girls Christmas around the World Adventure! Travel to different countries and learn about holiday celebrations in Austria, Australia, Mexico, Brazil, and Thailand. Print out the provided passport read...
Guest post by Monetta Wilson The ancient practice of yoga has a variety of physical, emotional and psychological benefits. It can build strength and flexibility, promote mind-body connection, and relieve stress and anxiety. All over the world yoga is being recognized for the many benefits it can provide. Yoga and mindfulness are being incorporated into millions...
As the calendar prepares to flip to a new month, and MCBD2020 is a little over 60 days away, all of us at this non-profit continue to be amazed by the love, passion, and dedication of everyone who has supported us for the last 7 years. It's our 7th year, and the next MCBD is in...
We all have family favorites when it comes to books for kids. The ironic thing is that oftentimes some of our favorite books are from authors that are not household names or even have been published traditionally. Hidden gems in the genre of multicultural children's books lurk on every home's bookshelves, but because many of these...
Back by popular demand! (kinda). Actually, I'm not sure there's demand at all...
Guest post from Claire Rudolf Murphy On April 4, 1968 Senator Robert Kennedy stood on the back of a truck at a campaign rally in a black neighborhood in Indianapolis, Indiana. “Will you put those signs down?” he asked in a quiet voice. There would be no campaign speech this night. “I have sad news for you,...
Guest post from the Pack-n-Go Girls Great news! We're just weeks away from releasing Mystery of the Naga at Night, the second book in the Thailand series. Girls from around the world have been pre-reading it and they're loving it. Here's a bit about the book: Welcome to Thailand! Rustle. Crunch. Rustle. Crunch. Something creeps by Jess’ window in a...
