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September 21, 2023 by Amanda MacGregor

The Pain of Invisibility, a guest post by Carmen Tafolla

Warrior Girl makes visible what has for centuries of schoolbooks been treated as invisible.

September 14, 2023 by Amanda MacGregor

Book Review: I Am Kavi by Thushanthi Ponweera

A powerful and immensely readable look at a time period and place not often represented in books for children.

April 28, 2023 by Amanda MacGregor

Book Review: Doodles from the Boogie Down by Stephanie Rodriguez

That's the big takeaway from this book. Become who you are, find your way through the noise, and hope that those around you can appreciate your changes and grow with you.

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Book Review: Lotus Bloom and the Afro Revolution by Sherri Winston

September 19, 2022 by Amanda MacGregor

Lots for readers to discuss about racism, activism, school policies, school inequities, bullying, and standing up for what you believe in.

Book Review: The Insiders by Mark Oshiro

September 24, 2021 by Amanda MacGregor

Oshiro's message is clear: nothing is better than being yourself. Not even a magical Room that appears just when you need it. A heartwarming and fun read.

Believing, a guest post by Mark Oshiro

September 20, 2021 by Amanda MacGregor

The Insiders has many other secrets and surprises in its story (including how Héctor resolves the issue with his bullies). But this aspect is one I’m open about right from the start: I want kids to be believed.

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Back to School: How to support and respect LGBTQIA+ students

August 16, 2016 by Amanda MacGregor

This time of the year means school is back in session, or nearly back in session, for many of us. It’s a good time for a reminder of how to support and respect LGBTQIA+ teens in classrooms and libraries, as well as be reminded of a few great resources. Obviously all of this goes for all […]

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