A new series of idiom books in many languages was released today by Independent publisher (and MCBD PLATINUM SPONSOR) Language Lizard! Language Lizard Idiom Books explain common English idioms using clever multicultural illustrations and English example sentences. Bilingual versions of the books provide idiom translations and meanings in a second language, making the idioms easier...
As you may already know, Multicultural Children’s Book Day (MCBD) is an online and offline celebration that attracts thousands of supporters, educators, parents, caregivers, book reviewers, and quality authors and publishers who join forces to shine the spotlight on diversity in children and YA literature. Celebrated annually on the last Friday in January, this global non-profit...
FOUNDER’S CIRCLE: A Tribute to the Two Women Who Created an Epic Online Literacy Celebration It started as a conversation between two book-loving moms a decade ago. Mia Wenjen (Prgamaticmom) relates to the word “multicultural” in a very personal way. As a half Japanese and half Chinese mother of 3, she and her Korea-born...
WE HAVE SOMETHING NEW! INTRODUCING MCBD’S World Travel from your Homeschool Table: A Diverse Kidlit Booklist & Activity Kit for Homeschoolers and Distance Learners. This is a Bonus Kit that we created as a resource for homeschoolers. As you may already know, we create free, info-packed kits that are packed with diverse booklist suggestions and...
With fall approaching we’re typically caught up in the chaos of school supply shopping, fall sports tryouts, and the excitement of the upcoming school year. We all know this year is different, and it’s a lot. Finding downtime among the chaos has become essential, and keeping your family safe and healthy has never been more...