It can be difficult to have conversations with children and students about the many injustices that are apparent in our country right now. The mission of the Jane Addams Peace Association is “Deepening understanding of peace and justice for children and their adults through reflection, dialogue and social action.” The books that have been selected […]
Hispanic Heritage Month (HHM) takes place September 15 to October 15 every year as a time to recognize and celebrate the many contributions, diverse cultures, and extensive histories of the Latinx community. During this month and throughout the year, the Jane Addams Peace Association honors and celebrates the history, heritage, and accomplishments of the Latinx […]
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This September, as students return to school, we have an opportunity for change and community building. These past few years have brought hardships and setbacks for many people across the world, from the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic to the never-ending fight towards social justice and equality. It is important now more than ever that we come […]
Check out some fabulous resources for June and beyond Click here for link to Stonewall Book Award book lists! Where are you getting your books? Support Local Bookstores While Shopping Online125 Black-Owned Bookstores Find Independent Booksellers Near You Follow us on social media for more resources and book suggestions. We are most active on Instagram and […]
Check out some fabulous resources and events for May and beyond Thanks to the Long Beach Council PTA Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion Committee for the May reminders. Find them on instagram @lbcptadeic to see more. Follow Liz Sohyeon Kleinrock on instagram @teachandtransform. Compensate and support her on Patreon and find more of her […]
Check out some fabulous resources and events for April and beyond RSVP and receive the zoom link by clicking here! After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. We are most active on Instagram and Twitter. Jane Addams Peace Association on Instagram Jane Addams Peace Association on Twitter […]
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Find information and resources about International Women’s Day here. Women in History Women in history: Barbara Jordon Women’s history month and every month is the time to celebrate and spotlight African American women who changed the world. Meet 50+ of them in “Brave.Black. First” by Cheryl Willis Hudson, illustrated by Erin K. Robinson Women […]
Everyone needs books that mirror their own experience and realities. Some people have always had these. Some people need window books to view others’ worlds and realities and everyone needs to walk through sliding glass doors to join the work for freedom and justice for all. Biographies can do all these things. Here are some […]
For every young girl and person who’s been told they are “too this and too that” here’s an empowering book of inspiration. “Ambitious Girl” by Meena Harris and Marissa Valdez is a celebration of girl-power, overcoming obstacles, finding inspiration in role models, and pursuing dreams and ambitions. It’s about strong women, finding one’s confidence, and […]
New York, N.Y–(December 3, 2021)–The Jane Addams Peace Association is delighted to announce the finalist titles under consideration for the 2022 Jane Addams Children’s Book Award. The Peace Association will announce winning and honor books from among these finalists on January 14, 2022. Awards will be presented to the winning and honored authors and illustrators […]
Mirrors, Windows, and Sliding Glass Doors Dr. Rudine Sims Bishop uses “Mirrors, Windows and Sliding Glass Doors” as an analogy to discuss the importance of diversity in books and the authors who write them. Listen to a Youtube interview with Dr. Rudine Sims Bishops and click here for her 1990 ‘Mirrors, Windows, and Sliding […]
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