The Open Book Blog

A blog on race, diversity, education, and children’s books.

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We're thrilled to congratulate poet, educator, and Lee & Low author, Juan Felipe Herrera, who was…

Today, we are delighted to celebrate the release of A Two-Placed Heart by Doan Phuong Nguyen!

We are thrilled to share the Gabi, a Girl in Pieces Student Reading Journal, a…

Safe Passage by G. Neri & David Brame was selected for the National Education Association’s…

Today is National Voter Registration Day! Make sure you are Reader. Voter. Ready. with these…