March is National Read Aloud Month, a time to reflect on the importance of reading aloud. When was the last time you listened to someone read aloud? Do you remember … Read More
Biographies For Children To Read In Honor Of International Women’s Month
This year more than ever, our WITS students have been devouring biographies! From picture book biographies and early readers to longer chapter books, our Mid-Day … Read More
Read Across America Day
Today, many schools and libraries celebrate a wonderful national holiday know as Read Across America Day. Read Across America Day was started by the National Education Association (NEA) in 1998 to recognize … Read More
The Many Benefits of Libraries
Since I was a child, libraries have represented opportunity – the possibility of a hearty laugh, a transformative idea, or an imaginative journey. I could sense the wealth of knowledge … Read More
Ten Nonfiction Books Written By and About African Americans
In honor of Black History Month, here are ten nonfiction books by and about African Americans, recommended by the WITS staff. Practice What We Preach The WITS team encourages RLTA … Read More
Celebrating Black History with Eight Biographies
The WITS library is full of diverse picture books, poetry, chapter books, graphic novels, and of course, biographies! The biographies in our collection range from traditional informational texts, to picture … Read More
Not Your Average Valentine’s Day Books
There are plenty of actual Valentine’s Day books out there: some more charming and original than others. Here are eight books about love for our partners, friends, families, and communities … Read More
Diversity and Children’s Books: Celebrating Multicultural Children’s Book Day
Recently, at one of my Mid-Day Mentoring programs, a student came up to me after reading “You Should Meet Mae Jemison” by Laurie Calkhoven. She told me how excited she … Read More
Beyond Dr. Seuss: Ten Rhyming Picture Books
A WITS community member recently asked us for suggestions for rhyming picture books for a first grader and specified “not Dr. Seuss.” Frankly, I appreciated that direction! Many, many excellent … Read More
