June 5, 2016

Celebrate Juneteenth with These 6 Children’s Books

On July 5, 1852, abolitionist and orator, Frederick Douglass asked a New York audience, “what, to the American slave, is your 4th of July?” He went on […]
May 22, 2016

Books for Summer Reading

It’s that time of year. School is almost out, and parents everywhere are scrambling to make sure their children have enough inside and outside activities to […]
May 7, 2016

9 Books for National Mental Health Awareness Month

On April 28, 2016, President Barack Obama proclaimed May 2016 as National Mental Health Awareness Month. He stated: “[W]e recognize those Americans who live with mental […]
April 24, 2016

21 Swingin’ Book Selections for Jazz Appreciation Month

It’s spring. April is in full swing hoppin’ and beboppin’ like cool jazz music. April is Jazz Appreciation Month (JAM)! Celebrating the history of jazz is […]