We know that reading books increases literacy, fluency, and vocabulary, but reading books also serves another critical role—that of celebrating diversity. Theeverymom.com says, “The best thing about books is that they can take you anywhere. Books offer us a...

According to the National Center for Education Statistics, by the year 2027 the percentage breakdown of students is projected to look like the following:  Caucasian 45%, Hispanic 29%, Asian 6%, Black 15%, and of Two or More Races 4%....

Maybe you’ve witnessed a classroom where the focus on learning is intense. A hum of excitement resonates in the air, and everyone, the teacher and students alike, goes about their work with a focused purpose. Everyone is engaged. The workflow...