{Guest post from Language Lizard}
Cherokee, a member of the Iroquoian language family, is spoken by the indigenous, Cherokee Nation of North America. Originating from the southeast region of North America, the most significant Cherokee-speaking population now lives in a tribal territory in Oklahoma. About 2,000 people still speak Cherokee today.
Cherokee Language Preservation [Read more…]
One of the many missions of MCBD is to always be shining the spotlight on authors of diverse kidlit. Thanks to the talents of MCBD Team Member and long-time CoHost, Leanna Guillen-Mora, we are excited to announce the addition of a reoccurring Instagram Live feature! Every Wednesday at 3:00 p.m. ET., followers can tune in and learn more about these amazing authors and their books.
Here’s a look at who Leanna interviewed on October 27, 2021! [Read more…]
Diverse Children and YA Book Reviewers -We need you for MCBD2022! (1/28/22)
GO HERE to sign up!(Guest post from Barefoot Books)
From the very beginning, Barefoot Books have represented a vast array of cultures and perspectives, while also providing children of all backgrounds a mirror of their own experiences. [Read more…]
{Guest post By Tonya Duncan Ellis}
Roses are red.
Violets are blue.
April is National Poetry Month.
Whoo-hoo!
Clearly, my poetry writing skills are lacking, but I love reading and hearing poetry. [Read more…]
