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Is there any physical object out there that carries quite as much weight and symbolism as a wall? It's gotten me to thinking about how walls are being portrayed in children's books in 2019. Here then is a quick encapsulation of some of the walls I've seen, what they're trying to say, what they're actually saying, and what they should be saying.
For 25 years, Mexicans and Americans have celebrated "La Posada Sin Fronteras" (Inn without Borders) in Friendship Park. This is a Christmas tradition, which means that Mitali Perkin's newest book, BETWEEN US AND ABUELA, is a different kind of Christmas story. I find out why she chose to write it.
TLT teen contributor Elliot shares their post Pride thoughts.
This is a powerful and painfully honest memoir that looks at surviving while finding your place, your people, and self-acceptance.
Though this novel is funny and highly readable, the tragic trans narrative makes it one to skip.
This look at the school experiences of LGBTQ youth in schools, the challenges they face, and the support they need should be required reading for anyone who works with students of any age.
Author Hal Schrieve writes about the way that queer people and many others are seen as monsters; the threat of breaking violent systems through survival, solidarity, and love; and hir forthcoming novel, Out of Salem, a Teen Zombie Werewolf Witchy Faerie fantasy murder mystery.
We all need to be aware of this and other symbols associated with white nationalism and make sure that we aren't being unwitting purveyors of this message.
Today is Presidents Day and I’m here celebrating with a bowl of plain oatmeal, or as I like to call it, “The Champaign of Breakfast foods.”� It got me thinking about books coming out in 2019 that have to do with presidents. Turns out, some pretty interesting stuff. Let’s have a look. Did I miss […]
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