Banned Books: Children’s Books
Banned Books Week is October 1-7. As CLP celebrates the right to read, check out the list below of children’s titles that have been challenged, banned, or censored over the past few years.
President & Director Andrew Medlar’s Summer Picks
Summer Reading has a special place on my calendar—and on my bookshelf—because from the year I was born I was always the first kid signed up for it at my … Continued
Slice of Life Graphic Novels
While books about monsters, aliens, and quests can transport us to magical lands, sometimes the most interesting stories happen in real life. These realistic fiction titles are set in worlds … Continued
Summer Reading: Find Your Voice – Teen Picks
These titles for teens offer information, advice and examples of ways that individuals speak up, speak out and speak their truth.
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
AANHPI Heritage Month Reads
Asian American Native Hawaiian Pacific Islander (AANHPI) Heritage Month is recognized and celebrated in May. This month is an opportunity to celebrate peoples within Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific … Continued
Graphic Novels by Black Creators
Graphic novels remain an incredibly popular format among young readers. Their rich, vivid imagery supports reading comprehension. The text often includes challenging vocabulary. Reluctant readers can find them more approachable … Continued
Science Fiction for Kids
Whether traveling to distant planets or envisioning the future of our own world, science fiction sparks children’s curiosity and imagination while helping them to make sense of the world. From cats on the moon to freezing time, this list includes exciting chapter books and graphic novels that kids won’t be able to put down.
The Aquanaut
Check out this wonderfully weird and original graphic novel that’s full of humor and heart.
Topside
Check out the YA graphic novel, “Topside” if you like sci-fi adventure and interesting characters.