Teachers! Librarians! How School Librarian Monica DiGiovanni created a Nonfiction Unit Her Grade 3-5 Students Loved tinyurl.com/3etr4ybm #SchoolLibrarians #TLsky #Skybrarian #edusky #kidlit @stenhousepub.bsky.social @lisaljrogers.bsky.social

Steve Inskeep speaks with Illinois Governor JB Pritzker about President Trump's threats to send National Guard troops to Chicago and the future of the Democratic Party.

“the kindest person in the room is often the smartest.” JB Pritzker is a mensch.

Take a peek at how we’re using books as springboards for nurturing early literacy in toddlers and preschoolers though play-based and sensory activities. Read the full post here + free activity calendar, and letter B playdough mats: open.substack.com/pub/kidlitgr... #bookbasedactivities #edusky

Annunciation School Book Drive 5333 Colfax Avenue South Minneapolis, MN 55419 "Please sign your book and send a message of hope and love."

THE TEACHERS I LOVED BEST Written by Taylor Mali Illustrated by Erica Root Penguin Random House, 2023 📚✏️🍎 jamarattigan.com/2025/09/05/i...

From Sarah Baker, SCBWI, "In addition to her having misgivings about the quality of the instant stories and their 'disregard for everything we know about child development.” www.publishersweekly.com/pw/by-topic/...

I wish this book list didn’t have to be made. But here we are again. Elizabeth, from the KidLit Mama shares stories that help with scary news, school violence, and more. Give it a look. open.substack.com/pub/thekidli...

Kids don’t just talk to communicate — they move! A wiggle, hop, or stomp is part of their symphony of communication before words. Explore playful critter movement, sensory play, and book recs in KidLit Grove’s newest post: open.substack.com/pub/kidlitgr... #edusky #booksky #ECE

Monday writing tip time. And while it's geared toward picture book writers, it probably applies to all age groups.⁠ ⁠ And yes, Lady Pancake & Sir French Toast was the 12th picture book manuscript I wrote. The other 11 will likely never see the light of day - for good reason. #amwriting #kidlit

I still have more books that would do better in kids' hands than on my shelves, so it's time for another #giveaway. Want to win these 9 picture books (some of which are signed)?⁠ ⁠ To enter: follow, like, & repost and/or comment and tag a friend. #kidlit #booksky #edusky #skybrarian

Michael Rosen and Helen Oxenbury revisit their classic story of a family going on a bear hunt (encountering many obstacles along the way) — and preview their new one, Oh Dear, Look What I Got!

'Comp' titles - what are they, why do we use them, and how to find yours... open.substack.com/pub/honested...

The COwrite classes are live! There are some great workshop opportunities as well as free events and publishing business classes! See all the fall classes here: www.cowritecollective.com/event-list

A win for publishers, authors, and readers. 📚 #freedomtoread #florida #publicschool #libraryshelves www.publishersweekly.com/pw/by-topic/...

Listen Back: Jin Xiaojing shares I MISS MY GRANDPA. This stunning picture book examines remembering a lost loved one through the memories and characteristics of other family members. www.matthewcwinner.com/post/listen-... #kidlit #podcast

Are you writing a literary picture book or a commercial one? If you’re not sure what the difference is (or why it matters to publishers), this one’s for you. I break it all down clearly—like a former teacher would 😉 buff.ly/kQyjKTo #pb #WritingCommunity

The key to finding the ❤️ of a story. What is your picture book really about? Why do you want to share this story with readers? Why does the story matter? Does your picture book have a premise? 📚 #kidlit #picturebooks #fiction #nonfiction #theheartofastory jeanreidy.com/2013/09/does...

The Weekly 411 📚 www.kidlit411.com/2025/07/the-...

Our weekly big list of kid lit links is up (July 25): kidlit411.com/2025/07/the-... Inside: Why Your Story is Not Working, Unlikeable Characters, Publishing FAQs, more. Thanks @artwithheather.bsky.social for the illo, @rebeccaglevington.bsky.social @katieleereinert.bsky.social for the giveaways.

Honored for The Zombees, my new picture book with @kalyquarles.bsky.social, to be included in this list. Thank you, @slj.com.

Pleased to present the official book trailer for THE ZOMBEES, written by me and illustrated by @kalyquarles.bsky.social. Publishes July 15th with @simonkids.bsky.social. youtu.be/Swp4HNt6j1M?...

Happy Book Birthday to THE ZOMBEES, written by @justincolonbooks.bsky.social, illustrated by @kalyquarles.bsky.social--a picture book dream team! Don't miss this funny, adorable picture book with a fun unexpected twist and lots of heart at a bookstore near you! Congratulations, Justin and Kaly!

All the best to Dr. Carla Hayden as a senior fellow with Mellon Foundation. 📚 www.publishersweekly.com/pw/newsbrief... #libaries #seniorfellow #mellonfoundation #scholoraphip #writing #research

The #SmallPitch pitch submission window is now OPEN for 48 hours! Key reminders: - Unagented writers only - Finished manuscripts only - One pitch per manuscript only - Up to 3 manuscripts per writer - No hashtags in your pitch - Comps & emojis are okay - Check our website for full guidelines & FAQ

A classic book I've shared at baby showers. 🐇 PAT THE BUNNY By Dorothy Kunhardt Originally published in 1940 afuse8production.slj.com/2025/07/07/f...

It's Friday 🥳 What are you reading this weekend? Otto the Top Dog by @catherinerayner.bsky.social is such a lovely picture book to share with young children. We can't wait to give out over 800 copies at our event in #Newcastle this autumn! bit.ly/442dMIw 📚 #kidsbooks #authorevent #booksky

The White House took down a website hosting the nation's top report on how climate change is affecting the United States.

Andrew Roth survived the Nazi concentration camp Buchenwald. Jack Moran helped liberate the camp while serving in the U.S. Army. Decades after liberation, the two met and shared their stories.

Many opportunities for manuscript submissions are listed on Bitsy Kemper's blog. ✏️📚 bitsykemper.com/publishers/

Mark and Melissa saw the humanity in everyone. Let’s honor them by doing the same.

What are you reading? #picturebooks #nonfiction #fiction #sharetheloveofliteracy

Lotteria 🃏 El Criminal #nokings #nodictators #notyrants

Bravo! #granddog #dallas #throwback #2021

Trump bombing Iran was illegal and unjustified. I ran for Congress to make sure our leaders consider the true costs of war. And I will be in the Senate, standing on my titanium legs, demanding answers from Trump. My statement:

“Forget about intelligence” is a pretty good mantra for this administration

DVpit is officially coming back on October 8th, 2025 and we have over 50 agents and editors excited to participate. Follow this account for all announcements and check out dvpit.carrd.co for more details and information! #dvpit #writersky #booksky #weneeddiversebooks

Journalist and author Isabel Wilkerson reflects on this year's Juneteenth celebrations — and the push and pull of the Black experience in America.

#BluePit is back for the summer! Creators in the #WritingCommunity, #GameDev & #IndieDev, #TTRPG, and #Comic communities get ready to pitch or promote your projects! #BluePit will be taking place again on July 13th, 2025! And #BluePitHype starts July 8th! #WriteSky #Writers #AmAgenting #LitAgents

THIS IS ONE OF THE BEST DAYS OF MY LIFE 🥹 Presenting the book cover of “I’m So Happy You’re Here: A Celebration of Library Joy,” written by myself and illustrated by my friend Lorraine Nam. Published by Random House Children’s Books 🐧💚 Preorder at bit.ly/ISHYH-Reveal 📖✨

I picked these flowers for you!

In a big victory in the fight for intellectual freedom and access to books in school libraries, the majority of candidates backed by pro-censorship organizations like Moms for Liberty lost their school board races in Texas on Saturday. www.slj.com/story/Pro-Ce...

A few days ago, President Trump issued an executive order seeking to block all federal funding to NPR, the latest in a series of threats to media organizations across the country.

ONE MORE DAY OF EARLY VOTING, TEXAS! Get out there and take our school boards back! Added Northwest ISD & Eagle Mountain-Saginaw ISD to the doc. Check them out if you live in the area or know people who do! docs.google.com/document/d/1...

Every day ends with a few quiet questions. No script. No shame. Just a chance to reflect on who we were—and who we want to be. Two minutes, tops. But it’s become one of the most powerful parts of our day. Want to try it? I shared the questions we use.

Governor Armstrong’s veto of this unconstitutional and unnecessary library censorship bill was upheld by the Senate on Friday, ending a campaign that put libraries, educators, and free expression in the crosshairs.

"The way in which the words are presented can make all the difference between having a smooth, enjoyable reading experience or one that’s cumbersome and challenging. Proper typesetting can make all the difference." blog.bookbaby.com/how-to-self-... #WritingCommunity #KathySWriter

Bad. Despite the voucher debate, the Tx State Affairs committee met and voted FOR HB3225. This bill would require public libraries to have age restrictions and cordone off parts of the library as inaccessible to teens. @amlibraryassoc.bsky.social @penamerica.bsky.social @everylibrary.bsky.social

Among those fearful of the Trump administration's immigration crackdown are adoptees who grew up thinking they were U.S. citizens — only to find out years later, in adulthood, they're not.

Author Safety. Now more than ever, we need to address author safety -- physical safety, digital safety, book event safety. Mark your calendars for this May 20th webinar hosted by PEN America. @samiraahmed.bsky.social from @authorsabb.bsky.social will be sharing important tips and best practices.