As educators realize how including RPGs in libraries and other school spaces can create educational opportunities as well as foster social-emotional learning skills, here are some books and graphic novels that feature the popular RPG Dungeons & Dragons.
School Library Journal
Book and Periodical Publishing
New York, New York 27,963 followers
The premiere publication for librarians and information specialists who work with children and teens.
About us
A source of quality journalism and reviews for more than 60 years, School Library Journal produces award-winning features and news coverage on: literacy, best practices, technology, education policy and other issues of interest to the school library and greater educator community. We evaluate a broad range of resources, from books and digital content to databases, in 6000+ reviews published annually.
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http://slj.com
External link for School Library Journal
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- Book and Periodical Publishing
- Company size
- 51-200 employees
- Headquarters
- New York, New York
- Type
- Privately Held
- Founded
- 1954
- Specialties
- Book Reviews, Media Reviews, Library Programming, Library Services, Curriculum, Publishing, Literacy, and Lifelong Learning
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123 William St.
New York, New York 10038, US
Employees at School Library Journal
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Joyce Valenza
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Elizabeth Bird
Collection Development Manager at Evanston Public Library
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Heidi Rabinowitz (she/her)
Jewish Kidlit Advocate, Consultant, and Librarian
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Monisha Blair
Head Librarian at Key Middle School. SLJ 2020-2024 Best Books Committee. Reviewer for School Library Journal.
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Betsy chats with Samantha van Leer about aliens, dogs that act like aliens, science fiction for kids, and more.
Aliens, Aliens, and More Aliens: An Extraterrestrial Zoo Cover Reveal and Q&A with Samantha van Leer
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19 Noteworthy Nonfiction Titles for Middle and High School Our latest list on SLJ's starred books of 2024, Jan to June. #nonfiction #middleschool #highschool #booklists #SLJStars
19 Exceptional Nonfiction Titles for Middle and High School | SLJ 2024 Stars So Far
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Young Adult Librarian Jennifer Rummel on why libraries should have a middle grade section.
Why There Should Be a Middle Grade Section in Your Library, a guest post by Librarian Jennifer Rummel
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A new American Girl graphic novel takes a new approach to the popular franchise.
Julie and the Blue Guitar: American Girl Mysteries Across Time | Review
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Among our reviews of banned classics, SLJ and NCTE cover two of Jane Austen's works, the timely Fahrenheit 451, and the heartbreaking I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings by Maya Angelou.
Defending the Canon: SLJ & NCTE Review 15 Banned Classics
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Sidelined from sports because of injuries, the teens in these YA novels find new outlets, from gaming to comedy to cooking. #YA
3 Novels Featuring Teens Exploring New Hobbies | YA Spotlight
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For July's Disability Pride Month and beyond, these 25 audiobooks featuring disabled characters are edifying and enlightening selections for elementary, middle grade, and YA listeners.
25 Audiobooks Featuring Disabled Characters for Young Listeners of All Ages
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Rooted in SLJ’s award-winning coverage at the convergence of K–12 and libraries, the SLJ Summit—now in its 20th year—welcomes the community to gather in an especially critical moment for the profession, and the students and families that you serve. #SLJSummit https://bit.ly/4bNRNGY
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PW: "Algonquin Young Readers to Be Folded into Little, Brown as Part of Reorganization"
Hachette Reorgs Workman, Moves Alqonquin into Little, Brown
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