We are pleased to extend an invitation to our 73rd annual award ceremony that celebrates the amazing contributions of authors and illustrators. […]
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You’re Invited! Join Us For The 2026 Jane Addams Children’s Book Award Ceremony
Since 1953, our award has recognized books that ‘effectively engage children’ in the causes Nobel Peace Prize Laureate Jane Addams championed. This year, at the 2026 Jane Addams Children’s Book Award Ceremony, we celebrate children’s book authors and illustrators at the historic site where Addams’ peace advocacy began. […]
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Happy Black History Month 2026: We Have A Donor Match!
In celebration of Black History Month, we honor the extraordinary resilience of Bla
pioneers who transformed experiences of hatred and systemic oppression into legac
of triumph and progress and those who tell their stories. Below is a list of 2026 hono
books, finalist books, and winner books that celebrate Black histories and imagines
their futures. […]
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Announcing the 2026 Jane Addams Children’s Book Award Finalists in the Chapter Book Category
The Jane Addams Peace Association is delighted to announce 11 finalist titles under consideration for the 2026 Jane Addams Children’s Book Award in the Chapter Book category. […]
Two weeks left to DOUBLE your gift for peace!
Due to a generous donor contribution, all donations will be matched for the month of
December. […]
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????November is National Native American Heritage Month
Every November, National Native American Heritage Month is observed to celebrate the rich legacy of culture, language, stories, and traditions of Native American communities. […]
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????Happy National Book Month!
Every October, the winners of the National Book Award are announced.
National Book Month is observed yearly to recognize the amazing books that
are honored by the National Book Foundation. To celebrate National Book
Month, pick up one of these titles from the list below that have been awarded
by both the Jane Addams Peace Association and the National Book
Foundation! […]
Celebrating Latiné Heritage Month: We’ve got a match!
Latiné Heritage Month takes place from September 15 to October 15 every year as a time to recognize and celebrate the many contributions, diverse cultures, and extensive histories of the Latiné community. […]
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✏️Head Back to School With the Jane Addams Peace Association- August 2025 Newsletter
August 2025 Newsletter: Through our Books in Their Hands program, we bring authors and illustrators to low-income schools nationally to share their Jane Addams award-winning books and to speak directly with the students and teachers in the community. […]
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July is Disability Pride Month!
Jane Addams Peace Association wants to acknowledge those who have invisible disabilities that aren’t receiving the care they need, as well as our support for the disabled
community at large. Take time this month (and in the future) to reflect on what you can do to support your access needs or those of your community.
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