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Noteworthy ALSC Booklist Committees!

September 3, 2019| Cecilia McGowan|Leave a comment

Today I would like to highlight the work of several committees whose work is used on a daily basis by ALSC members, parents, teachers, librarians, and many others looking for excellent book recommendations.  ALSC booklists help fulfill our commitment to Equity, Diversity and Inclusion by highlighting books that feature children in our communities and our lives.

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