“With a Salute to All Children’s Librarians”: Amplifying the Work of Black, Indigenous, and People of Color.

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  • Author(s): Lugo, Sujei
  • Source:
    Horn Book Magazine. May/Jun2024, Vol. 100 Issue 3, p18-24. 7p. 9 Color Photographs.
  • Additional Information
    • Subject Terms:
      PEOPLE of color; CHILDREN'S literature; CHILDREN'S librarians; ROLLINS, Charlemae Hill; BAKER, Augusta; LIBRARY materials
    • Abstract:
      The article focuses on amplifying the work of Black, Indigenous & People of Color (BIPOC) children's librarians, highlighting their contributions throughout history. Topics include the absence of BIPOC librarians in significant milestones; the advocacy efforts of prominent figures like Charlemae Hill Rollins, Pura T. Belpré Nogueras, Augusta Braxton Baker, Effie Lee Morris & Lotsee Patterson; and their impact on children's literature, library services and representation in library collections.