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Selecting and Using Latinx Children’s & YA Literature in Your Library

Description:

There are hundreds of quality children’s and YA books available that feature Latinx characters. How can librarians find the best books for their collections? What are some ideas for connecting children with Latinx literature? From graphic novels to picture books, informational books, novels in verse, and beyond, this 1.5-hour webinar highlights exciting Latinx youth books as well as helpful resources and strategies for selecting and using these books in the library.

Presenter:

Jamie Campbell Naidoo, Ph.D. is the Foster-EBSCO Endowed Professor at The University of Alabama School of Library and Information Studies where he teaches and researches in the area of diversity in children’s books and library services to diverse populations. He has published numerous books and articles related to diversity in youth services, LGBTQ+ children’s literature, Latinx children’s literature, and library services to rainbow families. He is a past president of the Association for Library Service to Children and has served on numerous children’s book award committees.

Location: 

This webinar will take place virtually using Zoom. Instructions for joining will be emailed to those who are registered prior to the meeting. 

Cost:

Free

Accessibility:

If you need a reasonable accommodation in order to participate, please contact the organizer at least two weeks prior to the event.

Questions about the event?

Please contact the Inclusive Services Consultant, Caroline Smith.

Related LibGuide: Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) in Libraries by J. Caroline Smith

Date:
Thursday, March 25, 2021
Time:
2:00PM - 3:30PM
Categories:
Continuing Education Teen Services Children's Services
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