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Watch Us Rise by Renée WatsonMy rating: 4 of 5 stars
I can't get enough of Renee Watson, and this collaboration with Ellen Hagan was another great read! Best friends Jasmine and Chelsea provide an inspiring duo for readers as they kick off their women's rights writing club in response to gender discrimination at their school (along with racism and size-ism). An uplifting read with an engaging alternating narrators format, poetry and social media also play a role.
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Slay by Brittney MorrisMy rating: 4 of 5 stars
Calling all gamers and social justice warriors - this book is for you! Kiera is a hard-working student by day and the creator and leader of the MMORPG Slay in her "off" hours. What can Kiera do when a young player of the game is murdered and critics decry her game - created as a safe space for Black people around the world - as racist? A realistic fiction novel that ties together topics of critical interest to many of today's YA readers.
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Kent State: Four Dead in Ohio by Derf BackderfMy rating: 5 of 5 stars
An exceptionally well-researched nonfiction, historical graphic novel that takes a hard look at a tragic incident. The use of primary sources and excellent end notes would make this an interesting choice for use in a high school history course.
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Showtime at the Apollo: The Epic Tale of Harlem’s Legendary Theater by Ted FoxMy rating: 4 of 5 stars
Another excellent nonfiction, historical graphic novel on a fun topic. Occasionally, the text was not in a clear order, but the book has a wealth of fascinating information about the Apollo Theater, and the illustrations are well done.
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