Another possibility: Lizzie Bright and the Buckminster Boy by Gary D.
Schmidt. Newbery Honor book, more companionship than romance but definitely
deals with race impacting relationships. Outstanding
How does race inform identity and impact relationships?
We are beginning to brainstorm novels wh
Hi Bill
Something IS going on in their lives. You just have to find it. One powerful
access point is the Spoken Word. Poetry made to be performed. Find a young
poet with a boom box and a contemporary issue and they will create a spark.
A poet who can help them find their voice. There are probably
I am forwarding the remarks from Luke Smiraldo. Luke is a Spoken Word poet
from Tacoma, WA. Maybe he provides a fresh perspective for all of us. Alan
Dear Bill and Others--
There is so much to consider as I read your email.
First off, my deep belief is that all of these children begin their liv
Some good books were mentioned but my favorite:
Tale of Desperaux by Kate DiCamillo
I read it to fourth and fifth but it can be used from K to "who knows".
Or Because of Winn Dixie
Or Edward Tulane
Tuck Everlasting by Natalie Babbitt
The titles are starting to flood...
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