Category Archives: Multicultural Children’s Book Day

MCBD2022 – Harriet Tubman’s Secret Raid, Finish the Story!

Posted on January 28, 2022 by Joanna

I am thrilled to once again be participating in Multicultural Children’s Book Day 2022 (1/28/22), which I have done since its inception 9 years ago! This non-profit children’s literacy initiative was founded by Valarie Budayr and Mia Wenjen; two diverse book-loving moms … Continue reading →

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Multicultural Children’s Book Day 2020 – New Kid

Posted on January 31, 2020 by Joanna

I had already written this post before Monday’s wonderful news that for the first time in history a graphic novel, NEW KID, had won this year’s Newbery Medal. Congratulations, Jerry Kraft. And Jerry created this year’s Multicultural Children’s Book Day … Continue reading →

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MCBD 2019 Book Recommendation – LILY by Sandra Smith

Posted on January 22, 2019 by Joanna

Multicultural Children’s Book Day 2019 (1/25/19) is in its 6th year and was founded by Valarie Budayr from Jump Into A Book and Mia Wenjen from PragmaticMom. Our mission is to raise awareness of the ongoing need to include kids’ books that celebrate diversity in homes … Continue reading →

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