Social Justice
Below you will find curated book recommendations for social justice topics that families might want to talk about and explore, but may not know how to address.
Click on a book cover in order to be directed to read alouds, book reviews, author interviews, and more from that particular title. Please note that these recommendations are not an exhaustive list of books available on these topics, but rather a starting point.
BLM Spanish Translation
LGBTQ Spanish Translation
Mental Health Spanish Translation
Anti-Racist Reads
Ossining High School
Anti Racism Spanish Translation
Additional Recommended Book Lists:
Race/ Racism
10 Amazing Books for Teens Exploring Black History (Common Sense Media)
10 Exciting Books for Young Kids Learning Black History (Common Sense Media)
Books that Promote Diversity and Inclusion (Common Sense Media)
Books about Racism and Social Justice (Common Sense Media)
Multicultural Books (Common Sense Media)
We Need Diverse Books Race, Equity, Anti-Racism, and Inclusion
Activism
Books to Inspire Young Activists (Common Sense Media)
LGBTQ
Coronavirus
Why We Stay Home: Suzie Learns about Coronavirus by Samantha Harris and Devon Scott
New York City School Library System LibGuide
Mental Health
Books that Feature Characters Dealing with Mental Issues (Common Sense Media)
Books that Build Self-Esteem (Common Sense Media)
Award Winners
Additional Recommendation Spanish Translation