In this episode, you'll hear about new nonfiction books that explore the role of women in the NASA space program, the Civil Rights Movement, and the experiences of Arab American youth in the post-9/11 era.

Tune in to hear book talks on some of the best titles published in 2009-titles that will keep teens reading once summer is over.

Tune in to hear Matt discuss some of the thinking behind his newest novel, We Were Here.

Students learn more about libraries as part of National Library Week.

Marked by parades, picnics, and other celebrations, Labor Day is a time set aside to recognize the achievements of the American labor movement and the dignity in all work.

Students research different awards given by the ALA and do an activity based on one of the awards.

Let children explore an interesting subject—themselves. An online tool will teach them to summarize and organize information as they write.

Share a fun book about staying safe and then talk about real-life safety issues before writing a letter to someone in your community who can help.

Invite teens to explore issues that are important to them, and then write a script and film a video public service announcement.

Encourage children to spend a little time thinking and writing about just what makes a hero and who their personal heroes might be.

After reading about historical figures and other important people that have changed the world, children choose someone that they consider to be "amazing"—either someone they've heard about or someone they know—and create a book page that highlights this person.

Kids learn about weather sayings throughout history while writing and illustrating a book for younger children.