This is a timely book, with the Democratic Party being the first major political party to nominate a woman for president. Sue Macy. Determination, patience, and diligence paid off for Mary Garber, who crossed the gender barrier to become the first and longest working female sports writer in U. She gained her reputation from writing truthfully about the exceptional ability of Jackie Robinson, the first African American major league baseball player. Her sports writing career spanned more than 50 years.
Mary Garber was inducted into the Hall of Fame of the National Sportscaster and Sportswriters Association in , just months before she died at age What Is a Veteran, Anyway? Robert C. Ron Himler. Blue Marlin. Given the ongoing occurrence of veteran-related news, the timing of this book is perfect. Snyder, a veteran, does a good job of capturing the crux of what it meant to be a veteran in the past and what it means today in a factual, yet gentle, tone.
Through expressive watercolor illustrations and accessible text, this book provides a good overview of veterans in the United States, those who served in the military and have returned to civilian life, as well as mentioning those who made the ultimate sacrifice.
Imagine traveling to or even living in space someday. Already, more than astronauts from more than a dozen nations, cultures, and religions have visited the International Space Station.
With a narrator who represents humanity throughout history, this intriguing nonfiction book presents a chronological survey of what humans have believed and learned about the universe. Reading this book will likely leave readers with an increased curiosity about the future of space exploration. With recent emphasis on science and math in schools, this book has many applications, including aviation, space exploration, astronomy, astrophysics, women in science, and more.
This book is also available in a Spanish edition, Yo Soy la Humanidad Adam Gidwitz. Hatem Aly. In this page-turning mystery and humorous tale, Gidwitz remarkably threads medieval history through stories within a story.
Unfortunate circumstances and perceived unnatural powers bring an unlikely group of children and a dog together. King Louis IX issues a death warrant, as it is rumored these children may possess supernatural powers considered blasphemous by the church and state. Jeanne, whose life was saved by Gwenforte, the dog, has seizures and sees into the future.
William, a well-read, dark-skinned oblate, has Hulk-like strength. Jacob was forced to leave his Jewish community when a group of anti-Semitic teens sets fire to homes. Gidwitz gives readers much to think about in the parallels implied through the racial bigotry and persecution of the past compared with the present. Laurie Calkhoven. Patricia Castelao. Our world has been changed for the better by women. However, most of the time their accomplishments and contributions have been slighted in the history books.
Fifty one-page biographies of American women, arranged chronologically, include facts, family status, and major accomplishments that have made an impact on the world. A portrait and an illustration highlight the entry for each woman.
An additional sixteen women are listed along with a glossary at the end of the book. Robin Stevenson. With recent Supreme Court decisions on gay and lesbian rights, this book is a fitting addition to libraries.
Historical background and global perspective serve as an awakening to the growing number of voices that were silenced in the past but are now a unified call for equality.
Photographs of smiling participants and bystanders flourish in this perceptive nonfiction book, reflecting Pride activism around the world. Back matter includes a glossary, references, resources, and an index. He has had a long relationship with bringing awareness to multicultural literature through his teaching and publications. Some stories are universally relatable, and presenting them to children with a focus on diversity and cultural contrast can also discourage the typical stereotypes and often unfair depictions that only divide us, instead of bringing us all together.
Lectura Books is dedicated to providing accessible books for children as young as infants and toddlers all the way to teens. Our heartwarming, educational, and uplifting stories teach lessons about personal responsibility, love, and the importance of heritage and cultural tradition, all while maintaining a focus on English language learners and promoting parental involvement in reading and learning.
Multicultural literature has its problems in English departments too — lumping together Japan, Cuba, Zimbabwe, India, Haiti, Afghanistan, and Indonesia as one, as if they all check the same box, that box being nonwhite. In what other world would a smorgasbord of countries fulfill the same checkmark; in what other world would diverse be defined as one thing instead of its what it really is — a million things.
It means nonwhite. In his explanation, the term multicultural literature is a byproduct of a society that is lost in its own privilege — only telling stories which the privileged deem relevant.
There is, however, a purpose to multicultural literature. Regardless of its connotations and the gaps that it allows, this type of literature also allows perspective. For so long, canonical texts were solely from the viewpoint of the white, rich male. Now readers can bypass that perspective and see their own culture come to life in a novel. The opportunity also arises to see a culture outside of their own. Voices get to be used.
Voices get to be heard. Hart states. Photo Series: UWL students march around campus to show support for survivors. Student Association discusses safety on campus and expresses support for survivors of sexual assault. Super Smash Bros. Club hosts a tournament for current and prospective players. Students gather to protest the mask mandate at the Recreational Eagle Center.
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