ROCHESTER — At a time when some communities are struggling with book banning and censorship, the Rochester Children’s Book Festival will celebrate literacy, diversity and the magic of reading with
Elisa Rodriguez, an Academic Intervention Specialist for Reading for the Newfield Central School District, was named to the International Literacy Association s 30 under 30 list, which was released on Tuesday,
BLACK RIVER â A local childrenâs writer has been honored with the New York State Reading Associationâs Charlotte Awards.
The award, named for the main character in E.B. Whiteâs Charlotteâs Web, was established âto encourage students to read outstanding literature and ultimately become life-long readers,â according to the associationâs website. The award also recognizes the authors and illustrators. The award winning books are decided upon by students throughout the state.
Hope I. Marston, who has been nominated in the past, received the 2021 Charlotte Award for the high school ballot for her book âThe Walls Have Ears: A Black Spy in the Confederate White House,â published by White Bird Publications.