2024 Belfer National Conference for Educators

Educators are invited to register for the 2024 Belfer National Conference for Educators. This free virtual conference hosted by the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum will take place from Monday, June 24–Wednesday, June 26, 2024.

Educators will explore the latest practices in accurate, meaningful teaching about the Holocaust with leading historians and educators. They will discover thought-provoking resources that provide students with historical context and opportunities to advance media literacy skills.

Learn how to use classroom resources, find inspiration in new ideas, and grow with peers dedicated to teaching about the Holocaust.

A Conversation with Jason Reynolds

Duration: 1 hour, 3 minutes

Available On Demand

Summary: Sit down with superstar author, speaker, and 2020-2021 National Ambassador for Young People’s Literature, Jason Reynolds. A fresh voice in middle-grade and young adult literature, Jason will share his experiences as Ambassador and talk about the upcoming graphic novel adaptation of his high school hit, Long Way Down. You don't want to miss this conversation with Jason Reynolds hosted by Newbery Award Winner Meg Medina, author of Merci Suárez Changes Gears.

Perfect for librarians, educators, students, and parents, but all are welcome. 

Warning: Long Way Down contains strong language and sensitive content related to gun violence. 

Can't make the live webcast? Don't worry! Our webcasts are recorded and available to watch on-demand at juniorlibraryguild.com/jlg-webcasts.

Webcast with Nikki Grimes

Meet award-winning author and poet Nikki Grimes, who, at the age of 6, poured her pain onto paper and discovered the healing power of words.

Click here to view the recorded webcast and find additional materials.