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05/25/2026

Today, we honor and remember those who sacrificed their lives for our country. 🇺🇸

Originally called Decoration Day, from the early tradition of decorating graves with flowers, wreaths, and flags, Memorial Day is a day for remembrance of those who have died in service to the United States.

It was first widely observed on May 30, 1868, to commemorate the sacrifices of Civil War soldiers. In 1873, New York was the first state to designate Memorial Day as a legal holiday.

By the late 1800s, many more cities and communities observed Memorial Day, and several states had declared it a legal holiday.

In 1971, Congress passed the Uniform Monday Holiday Act, establishing that Memorial Day was to be commemorated on the last Monday of May.

05/25/2026

Time to do a read aloud! "The Pudgy Pat-A-Cake Book" is a bright and lively board book that features popular rhymes and games your baby will love. Illustrated by Terri Super.

05/14/2026

Check the availability of in your area and register your child today! Free to children ages 0-5 through funding shared by Dolly Parton and our incredible local community partners. https://imaginationlibrary.com/check-availability/

05/05/2026

Media shapes how we see each other — and how young people see themselves. 🌈

Center for Scholars and Storytellers and YouTube Kids are changing the narrative for youth impacted by foster care, one story at a time. 📚

▶️ Check out their playlist for Foster Care Awareness Month.

Welcome to the 2nd CSS Foster Care Playlist, where we feature stories from amazing people who have all been a part of or near to the foster care system. Lear...

04/22/2026

Happy Earth Day! 🌎🌈🌱

Much of the United States' landscape is ancient and its history is rich in stories. National Parks are one way to preserve and protect the country’s wonders, both natural and man-made.

📝: PBS KIDS

04/22/2026

It's bedtime, and a sleepy little bear has landed in YOUR board book! Help Bear go to bed with this interactive adventure by Tom Fletcher.

04/17/2026

Which book are you reading aloud from today? Share in the comments! (📸: James P.)

04/16/2026

Happy Autism Acceptance Month!💙🧩

April is a time to honor and embrace the diverse experiences of individuals on the autism spectrum. It’s an opportunity to promote understanding, inclusion, and support for autistic individuals and their families.

By fostering acceptance, we can create a world where everyone feels valued and empowered to thrive. This month encourages us to move beyond awareness and take meaningful actions to celebrate neurodiversity.🌈

📝: Meg Raby | PBS SoCal

04/15/2026

Inspired by the Academy Award-winning animated short film, "Hair Love" celebrates the special bond between fathers and daughters in this empowering book written by Matthew A. Cherry and illustrated by Vashti Harrison.

04/14/2026

April is National Poetry Month! A great way to celebrate is by reading "Poems Out Loud," a contemporary book of first poems by Laurie Stansfield, perfect for reading aloud with your child!