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All Different Now Literature Guide

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Literature Guide
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This book and discussion guide provide a personal and informative approach to the origin of the federal holiday known as Juneteenth. After this hot June day in 1865, things would be all different for enslaved African Americans in Texas. Author Angela Johnson and illustrator E.B. Lewis bring readers along through the experience of learning that the end of slavery is in sight. This book tells the story of Juneteenth from a personal and relatable perspective for people of all ages.

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Parents

Drawn Together Literature Guide

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Literature Guide
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In this book, author Minh Le and illustrator Dan Santat weave together a beautiful story about finding connections and celebrating differences. The story has roots in the childhood experiences of the author and illustrator with their own grandparents.

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Ghost Literature Guide

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Literature Guide
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Castle Crenshaw (Ghost) and four friends learn to navigate their lives and the differences among them.

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A Different Pond Literature Guide

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Inspired by the real-life stories of author Bao Phi and illustrator Thi Bui, this beautifully crafted picture book tells the story of a simple event in the life of an immigrant family. Phi’s poetic tale invites the reader to join the boy and his father on a fishing trip. This semi-a

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Parents

Nibi's Water Song Literature Guide

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Literature Guide
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Nibi, whose name means water, does not have clean water at her house for drinking and bathing. Through her persistence and sense of fairness, she is able to gather a group of people who join her voice and work to get clean water for her house.

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Bears Barge In Literature Guide

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Literature Guide
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“Ripped from the headlines,” this book addresses what has become a common occurrence, wildlife encroaching upon suburban neighborhoods. Or, is it the neighborhoods encroaching upon the wildlife?

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Coming to America Literature Guide

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Literature Guide
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America is a country made up of diverse people, many of whom came here for a better life. Through the lens of immigration, this book documents the history of America from the very first Indiginous people to the closure of Ellis Island in 1954. Learn about the difficulties refugees and immigrant people faced in the hopes of finding a better life for themselves. 

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Parents

Teach Us Your Name Literature Guide

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Literature Guide
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Names carry weight. Our name and where we are from is a large part of what makes us who we are. Many times a name is said wrong or shortened to make pronouncing it easier for us, but for the other person it feels as if we are dismissing them. The book is written by a Muslim author and features a child with a name that is difficult to pronounce that means "excellent guidance."

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Parents

V Is for Voting Literature Guide

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Literature Guide
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by Kate Farrell and Caitlin Kuhwald - A guide for parents, teachers, and group leaders to accompany the reading of this picture book. The guide below provides before, during, and after-reading discussion questions. Choose from activities and discussion questions to spark discussions about the value and importance of voting and being involved in your community. 

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