CYA Literature

literacy non-profit that provides millions of young people with free educational materials each year that entertain, inform, and uplift. We also organize book donations and are active in the fight against book bans.

Established in 1919, Children’s Book Week is the longest-running national literacy initiative in the country. Every year, young people across the country participate by attending events at schools, libraries, bookstores, celebrating at home, and engaging with book creators both online and in person.

The Assembly on Literature for Adolescents of NCTE (ALAN) promotes communication and cooperation among all individuals who have a special interest in adolescent literature, presents programs and conferences on this subject, promotes and increases the number of articles and publications devoted to it and integrates the efforts of all those with an interest in this literature.

In addition to identifying excellent picture books and novels with plots that feature characters ​with​ varied abilities, we believe it is important for children and teens to be able to read on their own whenever possible. By highlighting accessible books, we increase the opportunities for people of all abilities to read independently. Access is enhanced through a range of formats such as Braille, Picture Communication Symbols, Sign language, Easy-to-Read language, tactile or textured illustrations, dyslexia-friendly font and other design features.

The African American Children’s Book Project was created in 1992 to promote and preserve children’s literature written by or about African Americans.

vetted collection of instructional materials about children's and young adult books and authors, everyone can easily... Identify exceptional books that reflect diverse cultural experiences, interests, and ability levels and Obtain resources paired with your book titles that further reading enjoyment, contextual knowledge, and educational relevance

nonprofit that takes a holistic approach in improving literacy and building compassion by affecting change across the entire reading pipeline — turning diverse manuscripts into published books and then donating diverse titles to readers nationwide.

The Diverse BookFinder is a comprehensive collection of children’s and young adult books featuring Black and Indigenous Peoples and People of Color (BIPOC). We’ve cataloged and analyzed picture books fitting this criteria since 2002 and have added early readers, chapter books, middle grade, and young adult novels published since 2022.

Articles, book reviews, and other information published by School Library Journal in the area of diversity.

The Journal of Research on Libraries and Young Adults is an open-access, peer-reviewed online research journal published by the Young Adult Library Services Association. Its purpose is to enhance the development of theory, research, and practices to support young adult library services. The journal also includes literary and cultural analysis of classic and contemporary writing for young adults. The primary audience for Journal of Research on Libraries and Young Adults includes academics, public librarians, school library media specialists, and secondary school educators who advocate for young adults and strive to support their developmental and educational needs.

The Horn Book Magazine and The Horn Book Guide are the most distinguished journals in the field of children’s and young adult literature and the core of our company. Founded in 1924 by Bertha Mahony to herald the best in children’s literature, more than eighty-five years later, we are still following her lead.

NLS is a free braille and talking book library service for people with temporary or permanent low vision, blindness, or a physical or perceptual disability that prevents them from reading or holding the printed page. This includes individuals with reading disabilities. Through a national network of cooperating libraries, NLS offers books the way you want them: in braille or audio, mailed to your door for free or instantly downloadable.

Learn more about books across multiple genres that are representative of the diverse world in which we live, including diversity in race, class, disability, and religion. You’ll also find innovative approaches for bringing children and books together, as well as content analyses and descriptions of titles that share common features.

Disability in Kidlit is dedicated to discussing the portrayal of disability in middle grade and young adult literature. We publish articles, reviews, interviews, and discussions examining this topic from various angles — and always from the disabled perspective. (On indefinite hiatus)

Designed to help readers develop a critical eye about representations of American Indians in children's and young adult books

Diverse literature belongs in every classroom and library–on the shelves and in the hands of children, librarians, and teachers. It is essential for Black, Indigenous and children of color, and it is essential for providing all children understanding of the world in which they live. The challenge for librarians, teachers and others is identifying authentic, reliable books. This page provides links to CCBC diversity resources, and selected links to resources beyond the CCBC.

Booklists and author interviews to learn more about books representing diverse cultures and backgrounds, along with guidelines for selecting appropriate titles for libraries and classrooms.

Learn more about why diverse books matter for all kids and how to find high-quality fiction and nonfiction books that explore and celebrate our diverse and multicultural communities.

Indigenous Reads Rising is a celebration of Indigenous children’s literature of Native Nations, centering those within the United States and Canada.

Children's books on race are one of our most popular resources. Well-chosen books are a fantastic resource for developing children's critical thinking skills about race, diversity, and bias. Find curated recommendations as well as guidance on how to choose high-quality, inclusive children's books, and how to read with your child with a race-conscious perspective.

A searchable resource that provides a brief document detailing a title’s significance and educational value.

The Beautiful Blackbird Children’s Book Festival celebrates Black and Black Immigrant children’s books and their creators with an annual 3,000+ book giveaway to Maine families, the production of acclaimed media and activities and live book events. The festival honors the legacy of legendary Black children’s book creator and artist Ashley Bryan and is named after his classic picture book Beautiful Blackbird.

The Latinx Kidlit Book Festival is a virtual celebration of Latinx KidLit authors, illustrators, and books for all students, educators and book lovers everywhere, created by Las Musas.

Searchable database of more than 1,400 book rationales, which are an important resource for educators and school librarians. NCTE members can use these rationales when selecting books to incorporate in a classroom or library, or when defending a text that is being challenged.

Provided by EdTrustTN, information and resources about actions taken by the state legislature that restrict what can be taught in the classroom.

this search tool contains information and synopses of children’s and young adult literature about or having to do with people with disabilities. This information includes the name of the author and illustrator, year of publication, publisher, appropriate grade level, and award status.

To support readers of all ages, FOLD Kids highlights a fantastic array of children’s book authors and illustrators year-round and at our annual FOLD Kids Book Fest in November. In addition to events designed for children and young people, FOLD Kids Book Fest includes opportunities for educators to learn from and support incredible storytellers.

Collection of various book recommentation lists put together by librarians at the New York Public Library

One of the first in-depth resources for librarians about comics and graphic novels. The site boasts over 40 staff members including dedicated reviewers and editors, all of who work in libraries and are volunteers.