The first Celebration of Bilingual Books and Latinx Communities at Bank Street was a huge success. Despite the nor’easter, this event was packed with teachers, librarians, parents, and writers passionate about Latinx books. For some great articles about the event, visit the Bank Street Center for Children’s Literature’s blog, check out this article in School Library Journal, or scroll down on this Publishers Weekly post. Also enjoy these photos!
Meg Medina gives the keynote presentation
Professor Sonia Alejandra Rodriguez leads a panel discussion with Raúl Colón, Eric Velasquez, Meg Medina, and Teresa Mlawer
Librarian Sujei Lugo leads a panel discussion with Celia Ruiz, Susie Jaramillo, and me, Emma Otheguy
