Скачать или смотреть The Future of Children's Literature, Book Bans, and Education Policy

In this episode of the Book Faire Podcast, Anthony explores the latest in children's literature, spotlighting new releases including indigenous debut author Christopher Roubique and a heartfelt picture book about the diverse life in a garden. We also delve into pressing education policy issues such as book bans and controversies surrounding school boards' decisions on high school reading lists. Librarians and educators will find valuable discussions on how these developments impact public libraries and access to quality literature for young readers. Stay tuned to learn more about the evolving landscape of children's literature and its challenges.


New Releases:

The Weedy Garden: A Happy Habitat for Wild Friends by Margaret Renkl, illustrated by Billy Renkl (Ages 4-8)
Hail Mariam by Huda Al-Marashi (Ages 8-12)
Mythspeaker by Christopher Roubique (Ages 8-12)
Limelight by Andrew Keenen Bolger (Ages 12+)
The Twelve by Joey Graceffa, with Mackenzie Lyn Marr (Ages 13+)



Chapters

00:00 Introduction to New Book Releases and Upcoming Interview

10:41 Impact of US State Department's new passport processing rules on libraries

14:32 School board decisions on curriculum and the importance of contemporary fiction

17:50 Funding delays in Arkansas libraries and their implications

19:42 Community response to curriculum and book selection in Pennsylvania