The Importance of Freedom: Juneteenth-Adjacent Titles for Teens
Juneteenth, declared a federal holiday in 2021, has long been celebrated by African American communities. Why June 19th? Juneteenth celebrates the day (June 19, 1865) that General Gordon Granger arrived … Continued
30 Books in 30 Minutes Pride Picks: Speculative Fiction
On Wednesday, June 7th at our South Side location, and on Saturday June 24th, at our Downtown location, CLP will be reprising the popular 30 Books in 30 Minutes program … Continued
The End of the School Year
As the end of the school year approaches, it can be an emotional time for students. While many are excited for summer, it is also a time of change that … Continued
Summer Reading: Find Your Voice – Children’s Picks
CLP’s Summer Reading theme for 2023 is Find Your Voice. In these titles, you’ll see characters’ unique journeys towards developing greater confidence as friends, creators, advocates, and more.
Vacation Vibes
Summer is often a season of transition and exploration. Days are longer and time is there to be filled. Summer also means vacation and the chance to get away, and maybe even reinvent yourself outside your usual surroundings. In these books, our main characters leave their everyday lives behind, if only briefly, and find that travel can open your world to any number of possibilities.
Josey Riegel: The Inspiration Behind “Together”
“Together” was made as a statement that we have to stay together. The posing of the hands was supposed to be reminiscent of the sign for “Friend” in ASL, … Continued
Picture Books Featuring LGBTQ+ Families
From a day at home doing chores to going to a Pride parade, these picture books celebrate LGBTQ+ families of all shapes and sizes. For more titles focused on LGBTQ+ … Continued
Children’s Picture Books for Pride
Developing one’s identity is a crucial part of childhood. Letting kids choose how they express that identity is just as vital. These freedoms help kids develop interests, gain confidence, be … Continued
Teen Fiction and Graphic Novels for Pride
Looking for some good reads for Pride month? Do you like rom-coms? Sports? Manga? Horror? We’ve got ‘em. Would you like to read about someone like you—or get a glimpse … Continued
Historical Fiction Titles for Pride
Celebrate Pride Month by checking out this selection of historical fiction centered on queer characters from ages past, from the French Revolution to the American Gold Rush, and get lost … Continued