@worldkidlit.bsky.social
🌟non-profit helping readers of all age discover diverse, translated and global children's books and YA
🌟anti-racism through reading
🌟year round, and especially September #WorldKidLitMonth
🌟anti-racism through reading
🌟year round, and especially September #WorldKidLitMonth
Congratulations to the winners of this year's #Batchelder Award!
The 2026 winner is Croco, published by Tapioca Stories. Originally published in Spanish as Croco, the book was written and illustrated by Azul López and translated by Kit Maude
www.tapiocastories.com/product-page...
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The 2026 winner is Croco, published by Tapioca Stories. Originally published in Spanish as Croco, the book was written and illustrated by Azul López and translated by Kit Maude
www.tapiocastories.com/product-page...
#worldkidlit
January 26, 2026 at 7:50 PM
Congratulations to the winners of this year's #Batchelder Award!
The 2026 winner is Croco, published by Tapioca Stories. Originally published in Spanish as Croco, the book was written and illustrated by Azul López and translated by Kit Maude
www.tapiocastories.com/product-page...
#worldkidlit
The 2026 winner is Croco, published by Tapioca Stories. Originally published in Spanish as Croco, the book was written and illustrated by Azul López and translated by Kit Maude
www.tapiocastories.com/product-page...
#worldkidlit
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January 26, 2026 at 5:03 PM
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January 26, 2026 at 5:03 PM
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So happy for @enchantedlion.bsky.social a small independent publisher of high quality translations for their #BATCHELDER honor book THE ADVENTURES OF CIPOLLINO by Gianni Rodari tr by Antony Shigaar - make sure your library has a copy 🥰
January 26, 2026 at 5:53 PM
So happy for @enchantedlion.bsky.social a small independent publisher of high quality translations for their #BATCHELDER honor book THE ADVENTURES OF CIPOLLINO by Gianni Rodari tr by Antony Shigaar - make sure your library has a copy 🥰
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Now a Batchelder Award Winner
Books from Tapioca Stories are always a treat out this October is a must CROCO by Azul López tr by Kit Maude 🐊 when CROCO falls in a deep pit advice & help from friends doesn’t work but sometimes tears can help you out of a deep dark pit ❤️ the illustrations & overall book design #worldkidlitmonth
January 26, 2026 at 5:19 PM
Now a Batchelder Award Winner
Our interview this week was with Christina Moorehead, USBBY General Secretary. Find out all about USBBY, the amazing work to select the annual Outstanding International Books list, and what's on offer at the Regional Conference. Thanks @qsprite.bsky.social!
worldkidlit.org/2026/01/19/a...
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#kidslit
About USBBY: Regional Conference and More
by Paula Holmes I am always thrilled to attend events and conferences that promote world kid lit and provide opportunities to network and connect with other World Kid Lit contributors and supporter…
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January 26, 2026 at 7:46 PM
Our interview this week was with Christina Moorehead, USBBY General Secretary. Find out all about USBBY, the amazing work to select the annual Outstanding International Books list, and what's on offer at the Regional Conference. Thanks @qsprite.bsky.social!
worldkidlit.org/2026/01/19/a...
#kidslit
worldkidlit.org/2026/01/19/a...
#kidslit
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Heads up #VerseNovel enthusiasts! Congratulations @marziehabbas.bsky.social on AARZU ALL AROUND your terrific #MG #VerseNovel about 12 y.o. Aarzu’s dream of making the girls cricket team @rurooie.bsky.social @weneeddiversebooks.bsky.social @worldkidlit.bsky.social @doucette515.bsky.social
January 21, 2026 at 9:48 PM
Heads up #VerseNovel enthusiasts! Congratulations @marziehabbas.bsky.social on AARZU ALL AROUND your terrific #MG #VerseNovel about 12 y.o. Aarzu’s dream of making the girls cricket team @rurooie.bsky.social @weneeddiversebooks.bsky.social @worldkidlit.bsky.social @doucette515.bsky.social
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Do take the time to plumb all the rich information @qsprite.bsky.social includes here including her fine introduction to @allthebooks.bsky.social and the various ways you can become involved with our organization! worldkidlit.org/2026/01/19/a...
About USBBY: Regional Conference and More
by Paula Holmes I am always thrilled to attend events and conferences that promote world kid lit and provide opportunities to network and connect with other World Kid Lit contributors and supporter…
worldkidlit.org
January 19, 2026 at 9:44 AM
Do take the time to plumb all the rich information @qsprite.bsky.social includes here including her fine introduction to @allthebooks.bsky.social and the various ways you can become involved with our organization! worldkidlit.org/2026/01/19/a...
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As you look at your reading goals for 2026, we would love for you to check out our list of fabulous New Diverse Books for the New Year to celebrate different cultures, identities, and experiences.
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www.kidlit.tv/2026/01/new-...
#kidlit #newyearsbooks #diversebooks
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www.kidlit.tv/2026/01/new-...
#kidlit #newyearsbooks #diversebooks
January 14, 2026 at 7:54 PM
As you look at your reading goals for 2026, we would love for you to check out our list of fabulous New Diverse Books for the New Year to celebrate different cultures, identities, and experiences.
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
www.kidlit.tv/2026/01/new-...
#kidlit #newyearsbooks #diversebooks
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www.kidlit.tv/2026/01/new-...
#kidlit #newyearsbooks #diversebooks
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It might not be out for a few months but this is a very exciting development!
January 14, 2026 at 7:56 PM
It might not be out for a few months but this is a very exciting development!
This year is National Year of Reading in the UK, and you know us: we want to make it 🌟 International 🌟 Year of Reading!
Here are 3 ways you can broaden your horizons and read the world in 2026...
Let's all go all in for reading this year!
#NationalYearofReading #GoAllIn #WorldKidLit
Here are 3 ways you can broaden your horizons and read the world in 2026...
Let's all go all in for reading this year!
#NationalYearofReading #GoAllIn #WorldKidLit
January 14, 2026 at 8:02 PM
This year is National Year of Reading in the UK, and you know us: we want to make it 🌟 International 🌟 Year of Reading!
Here are 3 ways you can broaden your horizons and read the world in 2026...
Let's all go all in for reading this year!
#NationalYearofReading #GoAllIn #WorldKidLit
Here are 3 ways you can broaden your horizons and read the world in 2026...
Let's all go all in for reading this year!
#NationalYearofReading #GoAllIn #WorldKidLit
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The #NationalYearOfReading is here! Backed by @literacy-trust.bsky.social & the Department for Education, the campaign aims to reverse the decline in reading for pleasure. #Schools can access free resources, toolkits & a calendar of events: buff.ly/BV1ppv6 #ReadForPleasure #GoAllIn #Teachers
National Year of Reading: Families urged to read for 10 minutes a day - Headteacher Update
DfE-backed campaign urges schools and families to read daily in bid to reverse decline in reading for pleasure
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January 14, 2026 at 9:57 AM
The #NationalYearOfReading is here! Backed by @literacy-trust.bsky.social & the Department for Education, the campaign aims to reverse the decline in reading for pleasure. #Schools can access free resources, toolkits & a calendar of events: buff.ly/BV1ppv6 #ReadForPleasure #GoAllIn #Teachers
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News of a fantastic new book joining our TRAVELLERS TALES collection soon!
#GoAllIn and discover all the titles + free resources and activities, perfect for home and school projects and to celebrate #NationalYearofReading2026:
www.childs-play.com/collections/...
#GoAllIn and discover all the titles + free resources and activities, perfect for home and school projects and to celebrate #NationalYearofReading2026:
www.childs-play.com/collections/...
When these picture books were published in 2016, it became a long-overdue first in UK picture books — a Traveller protagonist co-written by a Romani author.
A reminder of how recently this milestone arrived & how vital it is that every child sees their community reflected on the page. 🌿✨
A reminder of how recently this milestone arrived & how vital it is that every child sees their community reflected on the page. 🌿✨
January 14, 2026 at 11:44 AM
News of a fantastic new book joining our TRAVELLERS TALES collection soon!
#GoAllIn and discover all the titles + free resources and activities, perfect for home and school projects and to celebrate #NationalYearofReading2026:
www.childs-play.com/collections/...
#GoAllIn and discover all the titles + free resources and activities, perfect for home and school projects and to celebrate #NationalYearofReading2026:
www.childs-play.com/collections/...
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Lovely to see THE ROLLER-COASTER RIDE by David Broadbent and A BEAR HUG AT BEDTIME by Jana Novotny Hunter illustrated by Kay Widdowson in @ibc-reads.bsky.social brilliant booklist!
Great books to #GoAllIn #NationalYearofReading
Great books to #GoAllIn #NationalYearofReading
Picture Books with Disabled Main Characters! 🌟
A rich, varied collection featuring disabled protagonists across genres and storytelling styles. Brilliant for building representation, empathy, and inclusive practice in EYFS & KS1.
👉 https://ow.ly/CpH250XBrBf
A rich, varied collection featuring disabled protagonists across genres and storytelling styles. Brilliant for building representation, empathy, and inclusive practice in EYFS & KS1.
👉 https://ow.ly/CpH250XBrBf
January 14, 2026 at 2:15 PM
Lovely to see THE ROLLER-COASTER RIDE by David Broadbent and A BEAR HUG AT BEDTIME by Jana Novotny Hunter illustrated by Kay Widdowson in @ibc-reads.bsky.social brilliant booklist!
Great books to #GoAllIn #NationalYearofReading
Great books to #GoAllIn #NationalYearofReading
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The Society of Authors and children’s reading charity Coram Beanstalk have launched a campaign aimed at supporting 1,000 primary school children to become life-long readers.
buff.ly/95eajFC
#NationalYearOfReading2026 #GoAllIn
buff.ly/95eajFC
#NationalYearOfReading2026 #GoAllIn
January 14, 2026 at 4:24 PM
The Society of Authors and children’s reading charity Coram Beanstalk have launched a campaign aimed at supporting 1,000 primary school children to become life-long readers.
buff.ly/95eajFC
#NationalYearOfReading2026 #GoAllIn
buff.ly/95eajFC
#NationalYearOfReading2026 #GoAllIn
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My favorite translations for 2025 that I hope are considered for the Batchelder Award #worldkidlit of course I reserve the right to add more when I receive my latest order of books from the bookstore ❤️
December 9, 2025 at 3:28 PM
My favorite translations for 2025 that I hope are considered for the Batchelder Award #worldkidlit of course I reserve the right to add more when I receive my latest order of books from the bookstore ❤️
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Here is a "family portrait" of all the various editions and translations so far (not including the kamishibais).
Next will be Filipino from Milflores Publishing and Bengali from Mayurpankhi.
#kidlit #booksky #scbwi #canscaip #worldkidlit
Next will be Filipino from Milflores Publishing and Bengali from Mayurpankhi.
#kidlit #booksky #scbwi #canscaip #worldkidlit
December 18, 2025 at 2:42 PM
Here is a "family portrait" of all the various editions and translations so far (not including the kamishibais).
Next will be Filipino from Milflores Publishing and Bengali from Mayurpankhi.
#kidlit #booksky #scbwi #canscaip #worldkidlit
Next will be Filipino from Milflores Publishing and Bengali from Mayurpankhi.
#kidlit #booksky #scbwi #canscaip #worldkidlit
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What's coming soon from EBYR? Get a quick 30-second rundown of our Spring 2026 books!
#childrensbooks #newyearnewbooks #picturebooks #worldkidlit
#childrensbooks #newyearnewbooks #picturebooks #worldkidlit
January 7, 2026 at 2:05 PM
What's coming soon from EBYR? Get a quick 30-second rundown of our Spring 2026 books!
#childrensbooks #newyearnewbooks #picturebooks #worldkidlit
#childrensbooks #newyearnewbooks #picturebooks #worldkidlit
We have a fascinating behind-the-scenes interview for you today! Translator Boris Dralyuk on the music of language, softening difficult messages for children, what makes Who Will Make the Snow? distinctly Ukrainian...and his creative collaboration with Jennifer Croft
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January 14, 2026 at 9:30 AM
We have a fascinating behind-the-scenes interview for you today! Translator Boris Dralyuk on the music of language, softening difficult messages for children, what makes Who Will Make the Snow? distinctly Ukrainian...and his creative collaboration with Jennifer Croft
worldkidlit.org/2026/01/12/i...
worldkidlit.org/2026/01/12/i...
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Heads up for three award-winning #VerseNovels by Holly Thompson @hatbooks.bsky.social Orchards #YA The Language Inside #YA & Falling into the Dragon's Mouth #MG #kidlit #writingcommunity #librarian #MGBookChat @yalsa.bsky.social @worldkidlit.bsky.social @librariesconnected.bsky.social
December 18, 2025 at 2:13 AM
Heads up for three award-winning #VerseNovels by Holly Thompson @hatbooks.bsky.social Orchards #YA The Language Inside #YA & Falling into the Dragon's Mouth #MG #kidlit #writingcommunity #librarian #MGBookChat @yalsa.bsky.social @worldkidlit.bsky.social @librariesconnected.bsky.social
Is 2026 the year to read the world? Why not start with #Venezuela ...
We particularly recommend The Caiman by María Eugenia Manrique, illustrated by Ramón París, translated by Amy Brill from Spanish [Venezuela]
More Latin American kidlit recs here...
worldkidlit.org/2024/09/23/r...
#worldkidlit
We particularly recommend The Caiman by María Eugenia Manrique, illustrated by Ramón París, translated by Amy Brill from Spanish [Venezuela]
More Latin American kidlit recs here...
worldkidlit.org/2024/09/23/r...
#worldkidlit
Three new Latinx books for kids from tots to teens
By Ruth Donnelly As a translator with a special interest in Latin America, as well as a mother of three kids who slot neatly into three different reading categories – the youngest still loves me to…
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January 5, 2026 at 7:34 PM
Is 2026 the year to read the world? Why not start with #Venezuela ...
We particularly recommend The Caiman by María Eugenia Manrique, illustrated by Ramón París, translated by Amy Brill from Spanish [Venezuela]
More Latin American kidlit recs here...
worldkidlit.org/2024/09/23/r...
#worldkidlit
We particularly recommend The Caiman by María Eugenia Manrique, illustrated by Ramón París, translated by Amy Brill from Spanish [Venezuela]
More Latin American kidlit recs here...
worldkidlit.org/2024/09/23/r...
#worldkidlit
If your new year's ambition is to diversify your reading, and you're thinking it's time you discovered more stories from around the world … we’ve got you covered!
Our growing 2026 list already includes translations from 22 countries
worldkidlit.org/2026/01/05/t... #kidslit #worldkidlit
Our growing 2026 list already includes translations from 22 countries
worldkidlit.org/2026/01/05/t... #kidslit #worldkidlit
The 2026 List: Children’s and YA Books in Translation
Happy new year! 2026 is National Year of Reading, and if you’d like to diversify your (and your children’s) reading and explore books from around the world … we’ve got you c…
worldkidlit.org
January 5, 2026 at 7:30 PM
If your new year's ambition is to diversify your reading, and you're thinking it's time you discovered more stories from around the world … we’ve got you covered!
Our growing 2026 list already includes translations from 22 countries
worldkidlit.org/2026/01/05/t... #kidslit #worldkidlit
Our growing 2026 list already includes translations from 22 countries
worldkidlit.org/2026/01/05/t... #kidslit #worldkidlit
"So many people think it’s easy writing books for children, but it’s not. It’s actually really complicated. The way to get a feeling for it is to read, read, read"
For our last blog post of the year we head to South Africa to meet Dutch children's author Joukje Akveld
worldkidlit.org/2025/12/29/i...
For our last blog post of the year we head to South Africa to meet Dutch children's author Joukje Akveld
worldkidlit.org/2025/12/29/i...
December 29, 2025 at 10:49 AM
"So many people think it’s easy writing books for children, but it’s not. It’s actually really complicated. The way to get a feeling for it is to read, read, read"
For our last blog post of the year we head to South Africa to meet Dutch children's author Joukje Akveld
worldkidlit.org/2025/12/29/i...
For our last blog post of the year we head to South Africa to meet Dutch children's author Joukje Akveld
worldkidlit.org/2025/12/29/i...
What if every child could find books in their language at the local library? 💛 The Multilingual Library is making that happen - celebrating culture, identity & reading for all. #WorldKidLit #library #diversereading 🌈📖
worldkidlit.org/2025/12/15/t...
worldkidlit.org/2025/12/15/t...
The Multilingual Library: A unique project in the north of England
By Anam Zafar Being a professional linguist, whenever I hear the word “multilingual” I’m just itching to find out more. So, when I first heard about the Multilingual Library (during the fantastic I…
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December 15, 2025 at 7:52 PM
What if every child could find books in their language at the local library? 💛 The Multilingual Library is making that happen - celebrating culture, identity & reading for all. #WorldKidLit #library #diversereading 🌈📖
worldkidlit.org/2025/12/15/t...
worldkidlit.org/2025/12/15/t...
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An in-depth interview about 🌚 astro 🌚
published in the US by @transitbooks.bsky.social
worldkidlit.org/2025/08/18/i...
*Interview by Katy Dycus, @worldkidlit.bsky.social
published in the US by @transitbooks.bsky.social
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*Interview by Katy Dycus, @worldkidlit.bsky.social
Interview with Spanish Illustrator and Picture Book Creator Manuel Marsol
by Katy Dycus I met author/illustrator Manuel Marsol at Feria del Libro de Madrid in June 2023. I was 7 months pregnant with my son, and Manuel had his own baby boy in tow. He signed a couple books…
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December 2, 2025 at 1:18 PM
An in-depth interview about 🌚 astro 🌚
published in the US by @transitbooks.bsky.social
worldkidlit.org/2025/08/18/i...
*Interview by Katy Dycus, @worldkidlit.bsky.social
published in the US by @transitbooks.bsky.social
worldkidlit.org/2025/08/18/i...
*Interview by Katy Dycus, @worldkidlit.bsky.social