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Reading tips, author spotlights, community updates, and literacy inspiration from the SOCW team.
October 15, 2025
Celebrating Heritage: Stories That Uplift Every Child’s Voice
October is bursting with opportunities to celebrate every child’s heritage, imagination, and courage! Dive into stori...
October 02, 2025
5 Banned Picture Books Every Family Should Read Together
Meet five beautiful stories like “The Proudest Blue” and “Calvin”, that have been challenged but continue to light th...
October 02, 2025
Why Diverse Books End Up on Banned Lists And What We Can Do About It
Every time a book gets banned, a child’s chance to feel seen or to see someone new in a story gets smaller. Discover ...
September 09, 2025
Why Representation Matters: Helping Kids See Themselves in Stories
Do you remember the first time you saw someone like you in a book, a movie, or even on TV? That little spark of recog...
September 09, 2025
10 Children’s Books to Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month
Every September, we get a chance to honor Hispanic Heritage Month, a celebration of history, culture, and contributio...
June 22, 2025
Make This Summer Unforgettable: 50 Books in 50 Days Family Reading Challenge!
Join our family-friendly Summer Reading Goals Challenge and read 50 books in 50 days! Download the fun coloring sheet...