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Rob Green Editor
rob.green@
cilip.org.uk
CHILDREN’S RIGHTS feature strongly in this issue of Pen&inc. as this year marks the 75th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Human Rights. There are likely to be a number of events taking place towards the end of the year, and no doubt schools and libraries will be making the occasion.
The two featured books in this issue provide the opportunity to engage with both young and older children as they explore human rights, and what they mean for them. Schools will be able to use the books as a starting point for discussions, helping students gain a better understanding of why our human rights are important.
Elsewhere in this issue, the Yoto Carnegies are taking centre stage. We have interview with the two medal winners (for writing and illustration), and they both share their unique insights into how books can reach out to readers. This year’s Yoto Carnegies highlighted the rich and growing diversity in UK children’s publishing. It is a clear sign that hard work to remove barriers and develop a more inclusive marketplace is starting to pay off.
We also take a closer look at the shadowing scheme that runs alongside the main awards and provides an opportunity for young people to get involved. Schools, libraries and other organisations can set up their own shadowing groups to help readers of all abilities to engage with the awards and shortlisted books. The scheme also allows participants to take part in a nationwide vote to choose the Shadowers’ Choice award winners for both writing and illustration. There is plenty of advice and resources available to help anyone get started with their own group, and it can be hugely rewarding for everyone who takes part.
Sarah Satha shares the story of Inclusive Books for Children, the non-profit organisation she co-founded to help people discover great and inclusive children’s books. It’s a great resource and could help you find some hidden gems for your school or library shelves. And don’t forget to look at our listings guide for the latest in inclusive and representative books out now.
We also speak to Richard O’Neill, who draws from is nomadic Romani roots to share tales and expand horizons through books and storytelling sessions.
Don’t forget, you can help support our work and receive a print edition of our next edition by taking out a subscription for your school or library. You can find out more and read back issues of Pen&inc. at
www.cilip.org.uk/penandinc.
As always, we hope you enjoy this issue of Pen&inc. and look forward to our next issue, which will be out in spring 2024.
Autumn-Winter 2023
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