Donalyn Miller
Educator and author focused on inspiring children to read and fostering a love for books.
14 books recommended
The Turtle of Oman
Naomi Shihab Nye
A children’s novel about a young boy’s journey from Oman to America, exploring themes of home and belonging.
Other Words for Home
Jasmine Warga
A middle-grade novel about a young Syrian girl who moves to the U.S., exploring themes of identity, belonging, and resilience.
You Had Me at Hola
Alexis Daria
A romance novel about a soap opera star and a telenovela actor who must navigate their relationship under public scrutiny.
Five Flavors of Dumb
Antony John
A young adult novel about a girl managing a rock band while navigating challenges related to identity and self-acceptance.
Internment
Samira Ahmed
A dystopian novel about a young Muslim girl placed in an internment camp in the U.S., addressing themes of freedom and resistance.
Outcasts United
Warren St. John
The true story of a soccer team of refugee children in Georgia, illustrating community resilience and cultural integration.
If I Ever Get Out of Here
Eric Gansworth
A young adult novel about friendship, identity, and music, set in the 1970s.
When Stars are Scattered
Victoria Jamieson
Graphic novel about two Somali brothers living in a refugee camp, based on a true story.
The Right Word
Jen Bryant
A children's biography of Roget, the creator of the thesaurus, illustrating his love for words.
From Striving to Thriving
Stephanie Harvey
A guide on fostering reading engagement and literacy in young students.
You Should See Me in a Crown
Leah Johnson
A YA novel about a girl’s journey to self-acceptance while pursuing her dreams.
Life, Literacy, and the Pursuit of Happiness
Don Vu
Examines literacy as a tool for empowerment and a path to happiness.
Moxie
Jennifer Mathieu
A YA novel about a high school girl who fights against sexism by starting an anonymous feminist zine.
Farmers Unite!
Lindsay Metcalf
Children's book about the history of the U.S. farmers' protest movement.
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