When you think of your local library, what is the first thing that comes to mind? For most people, it is probably spending time perusing the many shelves for the … Read More
Diverse Winter Picture Books
WITS often discusses how important it is for children of all backgrounds to read diverse books. While some of the titles below are culturally specific, many are not. All, however, are … Read More
WITS Picks: WITS’ Staff Share Favorite Books by BIPOC Authors
WITS endeavors to elevate Black voices and actively support antiracist initiatives throughout the year. This Black History Month, we are especially excited to share resources so that our community can … Read More
Amanda Gorman’s “The Hill We Climb” Teaching Tools
The breakout star of Wednesday’s Presidential Inauguration festivities was Amanda Gorman, who read her poem “The Hill We Climb.” Educators worked fast to create and share classroom teaching resources. Gorman … Read More
Dr. Jill Biden to continue teaching alongside FLOTUS responsibilities, a historic first
Dr. Jill Biden will continue to teach English full-time at Northern Virginia Community College, making her the first woman to have a civilian full-time job in addition to her responsibilities … Read More
Martin Luther King Jr. Day
Martin Luther King Jr. Day, or MLK Day, is a federal holiday in the United States which celebrates the birthday and legacy of civil rights leader Martin Luther King Jr. … Read More
How WITS Programs Align with the New CPS Reading Plan
Over the last two years Jane Fleming, Chicago Public Schools Director of Literacy, has led the creation of a robust vision for literacy in CPS. WITS was excited to have … Read More
Providing Consistent, Positive Support for WITS Students
Last month, WITS began its virtual program, a space for students and mentors to engage in shared reading and community building. This program has been months in the making, involving … Read More
Thank You for Joining Us Down the Rabbit Hole!
This year’s UnGala raised more than $510,000 to support WITS literacy programs! Thank you to all that were able to virtually attend the Mad Hatter’s Tea Party and other … Read More
Take a Time Out From Technology
When you think of screen free or tech free activities, reading a book may be the first thing to come to mind – and there are many other low-cost activities … Read More
