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AdLit Beat: All About Adolescent Literacy
 
“Another fall, another turned page…” —Wallace Stegner

This fall, I have had the opportunity to visit different middle and high school classrooms. I have seen a seen a lot of great discussions and debate, as well as dynamic and engaging instruction. In each school I visit, I can feel the heightened sense of urgency that this school year brings but also the undercurrent of joy to be learning and growing together.  We hope these resources can support you throughout the changing seasons.

Speak Soon,

Carrie Simkin, PhD
Director, AdLit

 In the Classroom: 

Hispanic Heritage Month
There is brilliant diversity and unique perspectives within our Hispanic students, families, and communities. Jusice Sotomayor has stated that, "The Latina in me is an ember that blazes forever." Below are books and resources to help keep your students' fires burning brightly too.

Videos
A Brief but Spectacular Take on Immigrant Justice

Donna Barba Higuera on the Importance of Embracing All of Your Biracial and/or Bicultural Identity

Getting to Know High School ELLs

Matt de la Peña reflects on why his books are easier to find in some schools rather than others

 

  KidLit Blog: Readings for Reluctant
          Readers 
Readings for Reluctant Readers: Keep it Short

This three part blog series walks you through common underlying causes of what we like to call the Reluctant Reader Syndrome (RRS), as well as strategies to kick it to the curb! 
 

For the Love of Reading:
Our Interview with Angie Thomas

YA Author Angie Thomas discusses the power of books to expand empathy.
2022 Grateful American Book Prize  

The Grateful American Book Prize recognizes authors who create absorbing works of literature for 7th to 9th graders about American events and personalities. Black Was the Ink is a stunning debut novel by Michelle Coles, who takes her protagonist, sixteen-year-old Malcolm, on a journey through Reconstruction-era America to better understand his place in the modern world.

Sister Site Highlight: Brainline.org       

Suicide Contagion: The Impact of "13 Reasons Why" and Celebrity Suicide


Suicide is the second-leading cause of death among people age 15-24. As Suicide Prevention Month comes to an end, we are reminded of the importance of not shying away from tough conversations and topics with our students and kids.

Open Survey Research Study: DEI & Literacy Practices

How are diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives being framed within schools' prevailing literacy practices and instruction. Researchers want to hear from you. All educators are invited to take a short survey.

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