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Unlocking Children's Imaginations

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Applications Open for Grants from The Laura Bush Foundation for America's Libraries

“Once a child learns to use a library, the doors to learning are always open.” — Mrs. Laura Bush

The Laura Bush Foundation for America’s Libraries <[link removed]> is accepting applications through Dec. 31 for grants to expand and update school library collections. Public schools must have a Title 1 designation to apply. Private schools at which at least 50% of the students qualify for financial aid are also eligible.
The Foundation’s goal is to encourage all students to develop a love of reading and learning. You can help us spread that love of reading by sharing this opportunity <[link removed]> with the school librarians in your community.

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Great Books for Young Readers

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Mrs. Bush's 2021 Reading List <[link removed]>
Mrs. Bush's 2020 Reading List <[link removed]>
Books on Mrs. Laura Bush's Summer Reading Lists inspire children to unlock their creativity while teaching important lessons about world around them.

Conversations With Children's Book Authors

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The Strategerist Podcast With Amy Webb <[link removed]>
Amy Webb’s books, When Charley Met Emma and Awesomely Emma , address important lessons of diversity and inclusion – as well as kindness toward people who are different. Webb, a passionate advocate for those with disabilities, joined us on The Strategerist podcast to discuss her family’s experiences that inspired the books.

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The Strategerist Podcast With Roda Ahmed <[link removed]>
In 2018, Roda Ahmed published Mae Among the Stars – the story of Mae Jemison, the first African American woman to travel to space. Since then, the book has inspired countless children and taught them to always follow their dreams.

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