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Book Reviews
Celebrate Equality and Justice! Books for Black History Month and Beyond
February may be drawing to a close, but it's not too late to celebrate Black History month. From books about Martin Luther King Jr., to Ruby Bridges, these titles are sure to start a meaningful conversation. Read More »
Will You Be My Valentine? Some Sweet Reads to Swoon Over
Next week, celebrate the loveliest of holidays by reading one of these books, appropriate for even the youngest of Valentines! Read More »
MLK Day: Books and Los Angeles Museum Exhibits Honoring the Civil Rights Movement
On Monday, January 16, how will you observe Martin Luther King Jr. Day? Read More »
Lucky Legumes for New Year’s Day
Black-eyed peas symbolize good luck in many cultures. Eating the good luck legumes on New Year's Day is a tradition of many Southern families. Read More »
Dreidels to Defeat Devious Demons? A Hanukkah Tale with a Twist
Everyone knows that goblins are up to no good, and the devious mischief-makers in Eric A. Kimmel's "Hershel and the Hanukkah Goblins" are no exception! Read More »
Inspirational Children’s Book Addresses Civil Rights
Based on the true-life experiences of author Michael S. Bandy, and co-authored with Eric Stein, "White Water" is a children's book that addresses the psychological implications of segregation on a young African-American boy growing up in the South in the 1960s. Read More »
When Mittens Go Missing: Jan Brett’s “The Mitten”
Beautifully illustrated, Jan Brett's "The Mitten" is a retelling of a traditional Ukrainian folk tale, perfect for 4-8 year-old children. Read More »
Books to Get Children Involved in Creating Healthy, Fun Meals
One of my favorite memories as a kid was waking up early on Thanksgiving morning to help my mom start cooking. I got a thrill out of chopping carrots and apples for the stuffing, savored the smell of the spices we rubbed on the turkey, and got a kick out of mashing the potatoes. Read More »
Taking Stock of Thanksgiving Traditions: Celebrating the Old and the New
With Thanksgiving a mere two days away, I can almost taste the succulent turkey, the tart cranberry sauce, my mom's savory stuffing ( as well as my aunt's sweet, tropical guava stuffing), and my all-time favorite, pumpkin cheesecake! Read More »
