Larry Swartz is currently a literacy and arts instructor at OISE, University of Toronto. For the past 40 years, Larry has worked as a classroom teacher, consultant, and workshop and keynote presenter, both nationally and internationally. He is committed to helping teachers choose and use quality children’s literature to deepen the understanding of social justice, diversity, and equity. On his website, Dr. Larry Recommends, he posts a monthly list of the newest and best book titles for educators and students. Larry’s most recent books for teachers include Better Reading Now, Teaching Tough Topics, and Write to Read.