Black Joy
These books celebrate Black kids–from babies to middle schoolers–being kids.
What’s Your Pronoun?
The book, “What’s Your Pronoun?” discusses pronouns from a LGBTQIA+ perspective, while taking a linguistic and historical look at the topic.
Abstract Rock Painting: Inspired by Alma Woodsey Thomas
In our Creative Course Club this month, we explore making painted rocks in the artistic style of Alma Woodsey Thomas, and share some resources you can check out to learn more!
Hear Me Out: Vaccines
On Wednesday, January 27, Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh will be hosting a Hear Me Out discussion about the COVID-19 vaccine, featuring a Q and A with a public health specialist. Along with the Hear Me Out dialogue, these books will help you understand the science behind vaccines; the debates surrounding their use; the diseases they prevent; and their sometimes-troubling history.
Black Joy, Positive Racial Identity and Storytelling
This list shares stories, tales, and a title with games and songs as well! With a focus on Black authors and artists, these titles give a chance to begin or to carry on storytelling traditions.
Cut Paper Art and Identity Exploration With Kara Walker
Part identity exploration, part artistic expertise, the work of Kara Walker inspires us to delve deeper into how the world sees us and how that influences the ways we view ourselves.
Felting Soft Sculptures: Easy To Make Trinkets, Toys and More!
These needle felting books will get you started on your fiber arts journey from tiny dolls to massive multimedia works!
Slime and Other Cool Science Activities
Doing fun science activities at home creates the foundation for your scientific education but the most important thing about slime and other science activities is that they are fun! Check out these books to get started.
The Making of a Dream
In the book, “The Making of a Dream,” a journalist documents and shares true stories of five different DREAMers for over a decade!
African American Identity & Everyday Life: Books for Middle School
The following stories present African American teens as leading characters. Teens in grades 6-8 can gain confidence and joy in seeing themselves and those around them in these books.