World Kindness Day
World Kindness Day is observed internationally on November 13th. It is observed to recognize good deeds and connect humankind.
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Reading Lists
Dungeons and Dragons
Take a chance and roll the dice on these titles in celebration of the Dungeons and Dragons tabletop game’s 50th anniversary.
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Native American Heritage Month
The following titles explore the history, culture, and voices of Native American lives.
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Filipino American History Month
The celebration of Filipino American History Month (FAHM) in October commemorates the first recorded presence of Filipinos in the continental United States, which occurred on October 18, 1587, when “Luzones Indios” came ashore from the Spanish galleon Nuestra Senora de Esperanza and landed at what is now Morro Bay, California. FAHM was first celebrated in 1992, and was made official in 2009.
This list of titles explores the historical relationship between the two countries, the Filipino-American immigrant experience, and the current state of the Philippines.
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Queer History Month
October is Queer History Month! Celebrate with these historical and historical fiction titles.
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Halloween Frights
Enjoy the spookiest time of year with this Read, Watch, Listen list! There are books and movies ranging from cozy to horror.
National Hispanic Heritage Month
Hispanic Heritage Month is celebrated every year from September 15th to October 15th. Get ready to enjoy the rich and diverse voices of Hispanic literature with these enriching reads.
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Suicide Prevention Month 2024
September is Suicide Prevention Month. This list includes books centered around mental illness, suicide prevention, survival, and loss. For children, we included books about bullying and kindness. We hope these titles will encourage you to reach out to help someone who may be suffering. If you or someone you know is struggling or in crisis, help is available. Call or text 988 or use the chat feature at 988lifeline.org to reach the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. The Trevor Project provides counseling for LGBTQIA+ young people; call 1-866-488-7386, text 678-678 or go to https://www.thetrevorproject.org/get-help/ to chat with a crisis counselor.
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Kidslit in Translation
September is National Translation Month. Celebrate and expand your horizons with translated titles from all over the world!
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New Releases for Your Beach Getaway
Prepare for your beach vacation with these new releases! Whether you’re relaxing with a romantic beach read, enjoying an audiobook on the go, or unwinding with a movie at night, this list has something for you!
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