Women’s History Month will be here before you know it. CLI is excited to share our thoughts on how to honor and acknowledge this special month along with a booklist and some resources.

Today, our Team Spotlight series highlights our Chicago Regional Manager, Claire Parker. Claire works every day to make a difference in the lives of teachers and students across the region. We sat down with Claire to learn more about her experience at CLI, what motivates her every day, and who are some heroes she has as we celebrate Women’s History Month. 

We’re tossing it back this Tuesday! We at CLI are sending a celebratory birthday shout-out to childhood literacy advocate, LeVar Burton!

Visit our blog to learn more about BLM Week at School! We provide resources you can use to celebrate, validate, and give students a voice to recognize and ultimately act in the name of racial equity and justice.

This month we celebrate Black History Month! While we look forward to celebrating the accomplishments of black men and women, both past and present, we recognize that color-blind history for 11 months of the year ignores the fundamental fact that race is part of the fabric of our nation’s history. We believe it is our duty to celebrate the work …

On MLK Day, educators have the opportunity to explore quality literature and engage children in critical conversations around this King’s life and legacy. This guide offers suggested literature and ways to talk about Martin Luther King Jr. — his life, his work, and the Civil Rights Movement through history and now.

Let’s get quackin’ on this list!

Whether you are shopping for a gift, or cozying up for the holiday season, check out our Holiday Book Guide collection! We believe high-quality books are an integral part of early literacy education. Check out these titles to share today!

In 1963, Harvey Ball brought the Smiley Face to life. One of the most famous icons of the twentieth century, this simple, yellow mark can be seen everywhere. From takeout bags to pillows to billboards, you can find these friendly doodles plastered on your face! October 2nd is World Smile Day, so join us in celebrating by showing off that …

Sesame Street is celebrating it’s 50th anniversary! We want to say “Thank you!” to our friends over at PBS for continuing to produce quality, educational content for young learners.