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In 20 years of award-winning picture books, non-white people made up just 12% of main characters – The Conversation AU

A study shows there is a lack of ethnic and other diversity in award-winning early childhood picture books. This means our children are still getting a narrow w…

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A highlight for Australian childrens literature is the announcements of the Childrens Book Council of Australia (CBCA) Book of the Year award winners. This years winners will be announced on Friday October 16 right before the start of CBCAs Book Week on October 19.
Making the shortlist brings great exposure for the books and their creators. The shortlisted books are put on special display in public school libraries and supermarket shelves. They are even made into teaching resources, suggesting …

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