CL/R SIG

Children's Literature and Reading Special Interest Group of the International Literacy Association

[CL/R SIG @CLR_SIG]

Audiobook Appreciation Month!? How fun! Have you listened to a good audiobook lately?!

[Diverse Books for All Coalition @diversebks4all]

As June comes to a close, we celebrate Audiobook Appreciation Month 🎧📚. Audiobooks are a proven way to make books more accessible and to help build important literacy skills. What’s a great audiobook you listened to this month?

[CL/R SIG @CLR_SIG]

Have you seen our most recent book reviews?! This round focuses on genres in young adult fiction. Be sure to check them out! https://t.co/qOq9bLprjX
@ILAToday

[CL/R SIG @CLR_SIG]

We stand with the ALA. "Celebrating LGBTQIA+ voices has never been more important." #PrideMonth @diversebooks @FLFreedomRead @PENamerica

[American Library Association @ALALibrary]

June is #RainbowBookMonth. At a time when books by & about LGBTQIA+ & BIPOC individuals are under siege & library workers are facing threats & harassment for serving these communities, celebrating LGBTQIA+ voices has never been more important. https://t.co/05pYaTyAyX
#PrideMonth

[CL/R SIG @CLR_SIG]

Our colleagues here at the CL/R SIG are editing a new book, titled "Supporting Students’ Intellectual Freedom in Schools: The Right to Read" and are seeking chapter proposals for the book. Deadline extended to June 4th! More info here: https://t.co/WQYfcLkR0g

[CL/R SIG @CLR_SIG]

Today kicks off #ChildrensBookWeek and is also the start of Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month! So much to celebrate! What are you doing to share #BookLove? 📚♥️ @ILAToday @EveryChildRead

[CL/R SIG @CLR_SIG]

Nominate a stellar educator today! The submission deadline for the Notable Books for a Global Society Research and Practitioner Awards has been extended to May 21, 2023! #TeacherTwitter @ILAToday

[CL/R SIG @CLR_SIG]

✨Did you know that, each year, we offer TWO awards to educators?! Both are for the innovative use of books from the Notable Books for a Global Society list. Check out the link below for info about the awards and nominate someone today! ✨ @ILAToday
https://t.co/QzQXRgssEe

[CL/R SIG @CLR_SIG]

It's #NationalLibraryWeek !! A special shout out to all of the libraries and librarians out there fighting to preserve the #RightToRead. 📚♥️ @ILAToday @ALALibrary

[Diverse Books for All Coalition @diversebks4all]

Happy National Library Week! Libraries are so important for young children, and help foster their love of reading. A Big thank you to all librarians out there this week.

[CL/R SIG @CLR_SIG]

Information about #RightToReadDay, April 24th. All children (and adults!) have the right to read and the right to make choices about what they read. @ILAToday

[American Library Association @ALALibrary]

The Monday of #NationalLibraryWeek - 4/24/23 - marks one year since ALA launched #UniteAgainstBookBans. We're calling on readers, advocates, and library lovers to join us in a national day of action. Protect your freedom to read on #RightToReadDay: https://t.co/oPcGLktLnv

[CL/R SIG @CLR_SIG]

Today is the day! It's #DropEverythingAndReadDay! What will you read today? @RIFWEB @ILAToday @ReadingRockets

[CL/R SIG @CLR_SIG]

Drop Everything and Read day?! Sounds wonderful! Mark your calendars for Wed, April 12th! @ReadingRockets @ILAToday

[CL/R SIG @CLR_SIG]

Drop Everything and Read day?! Sounds wonderful! Mark your calendars for Wed, April 12th! @ReadingRockets @ILAToday

[Literacy Cooperative @literacycoop]

D.E.A.R. stands for Drop Everything and Read. Schools often have D.E.A.R. time. It's when kids can read and enjoy the books they want, just for the pleasure of reading and with no questions asked! On April 12th, the Reading Rockets celebrates Drop Everything and read day.

[CL/R SIG @CLR_SIG]

The individual book reviews highlighting our 2023 Notable Books for a Global Society are now available! Read to find out why each of these wonderful stories made the list! @ILAToday @lsrsig
https://t.co/qOq9bLpZ9v

[CL/R SIG @CLR_SIG]

We are thrilled to announce our list of 2023 Notable Books for a Global Society!
https://t.co/9IP667ky2z
@ILAToday

[CL/R SIG @CLR_SIG]

✨Did you know that, each year, we offer TWO awards to educators?! Both are for the innovative use of books from the Notable Books for a Global Society list. Check out the link below for info about the awards and nominate someone today! ✨ @ILAToday
https://t.co/QzQXRgssEe

[CL/R SIG @CLR_SIG]

Today is #ReadAcrossAmericaDay! Lots of ways to celebrate, including pledging to read for at least 30 minutes today! How will you celebrate? @ILAToday @lsrsig

[Reading Is Fundamental @RIFWEB]

TODAY at 1pm EST, celebrate the joy of reading with #ReadTogether! a #RallytoRead virtual event brought to you live from @BNBuzz in NYC. Featuring all-star authors, @peterhreynolds & @naazhkhan & hosted by 2021 TIME Kid of the Year, Orion Jean. Watch live: https://t.co/HEwrrunRH3

[CL/R SIG @CLR_SIG]

We are thrilled to announce our list of 2023 Notable Books for a Global Society!
https://t.co/9IP667ky2z
@ILAToday

[CL/R SIG @CLR_SIG]

Today is #WorldReadAloudDay!!! What are you doing to spread book joy? Check out some resources below! @ILAToday @Scholastic @litworldsays

[LitWorld @litworldsays]

The day is finally here!📚🥳🎉 Today is the 14th annual #WorldReadAloudDay, and millions of people around the globe are joining together to celebrate the power and joy of reading aloud. For ways to celebrate, visit the WRAD Activity Hub now at https://t.co/dEDqWiRUw2

[CL/R SIG @CLR_SIG]

The American Library Association 2023 Youth Media Award winners have been announced! Congratulations to all! @ILAToday @ALALibrary

https://t.co/ZWV7CJj8pk

[CL/R SIG @CLR_SIG]

Have you seen our latest sets of book reviews?! We tackle stories from around the world and also provide our 2022 best-of-the-year picks for both fiction and nonfiction. Check them out here:
https://t.co/qOq9bLpZ9v
@ILAToday

[CL/R SIG @CLR_SIG]

Check out this fantastic opportunity (FREE) from @Learning_Ally! The webinar focuses on "building literacy resolutions for 2023 that allow you to capitalize on the halfway point in the school year, reset priorities, & identify practices that will shape the remainder of the year."

[CL/R SIG @CLR_SIG]

How exciting! @Meg_Medina has been named the National Ambassador for Young People's Literature!

Article:https://t.co/p8Nnzvwk0o

#SchoolLibraryJournal @ILAToday

[CL/R SIG @CLR_SIG]

Heart. Bursting.

[ILA @ILAToday]

Never underestimate the power and importance of a teacher, a book, or a read aloud. Each has the ability to spark unforgettable moments of lasting joy.