Hannah Jay, author portrait

Hannah Jay

Hannah Jay is an actor based in Upstate New York. She currently embraces the performing arts as her chief creative medium, drawing on her storytelling roots and Written Arts degree from Bard College to enrich her performances on stage and screen. She loves to tell stories that inspire others to experience emotions deeply. As a professional dabbler in all art forms, she also revels in writing, knitting, baking, and beekeeping

Books for Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month

Each May, we honor the stories, histories, and cultures of Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islanders. Below is a selection of acclaimed fiction and nonfiction books by AANHPI creators to share with your students this month and throughout the year. AANHPI Creators – Elementary School titles  

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Mental Health Awareness Month Resources

May is Mental Health Awareness Month and addressing student wellness and mental health is critical to help children learn how to manage emotions, develop healthy identities, empathize with peers, and pursue individual goals. We created thematic guides and book lists to help foster important conversations to build an inclusive environment where emotions matter. Explore our social emotional

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