Happy (almost) National Tell A Fairy Tale Day! On February 26, National Tell A Fairy Tale Day is celebrated in different settings. Celebrate with a diverse fairy tale!
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2020 Read Across America with Colorful Pages Week
Instead of Dr. Seuss Day or General Read Across America Day, participate in 2020 Read Across America with Colorful Pages Week. Check out this article to get a unit plan, worksheets, book list, and more online resources!
5 Diverse Early Chapter Books
My students are rapidly developing their reading skills, so I have been trying to find more diverse early chapter books. Therefore, here is a list of 5 Diverse Early Chapter Books to add to your classroom, library, or home!
Observing Indigenous Peoples Day: Ten Books By Indigenous Authors
In order to help you participate in Indigenous Peoples Day within your home or school, I have composed a list of Ten Books By Indigenous Authors. It is very important to make sure Native people are the ones telling their own stories at all times, and especially during this day.
5 Books Featuring Native Hawaiian Characters
As I am sitting in my Tūtū’s house writing this article, I feel at peace, but also a strong sense of kuleana (responsibility) to make sure every teacher has resources to help eradicate negative stereotypes of Native Hawaiians and teach the richness of us. Therefore, I am listing 5 Books Featuring Native Hawaiian Characters for this Fast Five Friday.
Five Picture Books for the First Day of School
The first day of school is rapidly approaching for us and may have already happened for some of you. Check out these Five Picture Boys for the First Day of School!
Embracing Diversity & Intersectionality: An Interview with CM Harris
CM Harris's book explores diversity, identity, and intersectionality. Check out our interview with her as we discuss these topics!
Mirror Making: A Conversation with Daria Peoples-Riley
When I finally got my hands on Daria Peoples-Riley's book, I was instantly captivated by her illustrations: Wow, just wow. I felt like I was right next to the main character, walking through a well-loved community. I just had to feature this book and author-illustrator on Colorful Pages! Luckily, when I reached out, Daria agreed to do an interview to discuss her own story and latest picture book.
Rest in Power, Toni Morrison
A tribute to one of the greatest minds in American literature and diverse books, Toni Morrison.
5 Books Featuring Our Black Boys
All of us need to think about: What are you doing to specifically uplift our Black boys that live in our communities? We are listing 5 Books Featuring Our Black Boys for every classroom, library, and home to enjoy!
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