Ages 10 and up

Dreams From Many Rivers

Posted by on May 17, 2020 in Ages 10 and up, Latinx, North America, Puerto Rico, Theme: #OwnVoices, Theme: Historical, United States | Comments Off on Dreams From Many Rivers

Dreams From Many Rivers

Dreams From Many Rivers By Margarita Engle Illustrated by Beatriz Gutierrez Hernandez Published by Henry Holt and Co. (BYR) ISBN-13: 9781627795319 Age Range: 10+ Find a copy at Amazon | IndieBound | B&N | Worldcat “…craft[s] a poetic picture of Hispanic history that begins with a trickle and ends in a torrent.”  —Kirkus Reviews Description From Juana Briones and Juan Ponce de León, to eighteenth century slaves and modern-day sixth graders, the many and varied people depicted in this moving narrative speak to the experiences and contributions of Latinos throughout the...

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It’s Girls Like You, Mickey

Posted by on May 15, 2020 in Ages 10 and up, Korean American, North America, Theme: #OwnVoices, Theme: Bi-racial Identity, Theme: Community, Theme: Cross-Group Friendship, United States | Comments Off on It’s Girls Like You, Mickey

It’s Girls Like You, Mickey

It’s Girls Like You, Mickey By Patti Kim Published by Atheneum Books for Young Readers ISBN-13: 9781534443457 Age Range: 10+ Find a copy at Amazon | IndieBound| B&N | Worldcat “This standalone companion to Kim’s I’m Ok shifts the focus to Ok’s friend Mickey McDonald, now starting the seventh grade and exchanging postcards with Ok, who has moved away.”  —Publishers Weekly Description For the first time in her confident, bold life, Mickey McDonald is nervous about starting school. Her best friend, Ok, has moved away; her father has probably left town for good; and she...

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Ana Maria Reyes Does Not Live in a Castle

Posted by on Mar 30, 2020 in Ages 10 and up, Domincian American, North America, Theme: #OwnVoices, Theme: Bi-racial Identity, Theme: Bilingual Character, Theme: Community, Theme: Cultural Identity, Theme: Education, Theme: Family Relationships, Theme: Identity, Theme: Sibling Relationship, Theme: The Arts, United States | Comments Off on Ana Maria Reyes Does Not Live in a Castle

Ana Maria Reyes Does Not Live in a Castle

Ana Maria Reyes Does Not Live in a Castle By Hilda Eunice Burgos Published by Lee & Low Books, Inc. ISBN-13: 9781620143629 Age Range: 10+ Find a copy at Amazon | IndieBound | B&N | Worldcat “…an authentic representation of a successful immigrant, middle class Latinx family who values education, community, and family and stays true to their roots.”  —School Library Journal Description Her last name may mean “kings,” but Ana María Reyes REALLY does not live in a castle. Rather, she’s stuck in a tiny apartment with two parents (way too lovey-dovey),...

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The Everything I Have Lost

Posted by on Mar 27, 2020 in Ages 10 and up, Mexican, Mexico, North America, Theme: #OwnVoices, Theme: Community, Theme: Family Relationships, Theme: Family Separation, Theme: Immigration, Theme: Learning English, Theme: Migrant Life, Theme: Survival, Theme: Trauma, United States | Comments Off on The Everything I Have Lost

The Everything I Have Lost

The Everything I Have Lost By Sylvia Zeleny Published by Cinco Puntos Press ISBN-13: 9781947627178 Age Range: 10+ Find a copy at Amazon | IndieBound | B&N | “This high-interest, authentic coming-of-age novel adds an important perspective to young adult collections.”  —School Library Journal Description 12-year-old Julia keeps a diary about her life growing up in Juarez, Mexico. Life in Juarez is strange. People say it’s the murder capital of the world. Dad’s gone a lot. They can’t play outside because it isn’t safe. Drug cartels rule the streets. Cars and people...

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Olor a perfume de viejita

Posted by on Mar 27, 2020 in Ages 10 and up, Mexican American, North America, Theme: #OwnVoices, Theme: Bi-racial Identity, Theme: Community, Theme: Cross-Group Friendship, Theme: Family Relationships, Theme: Grandparents & Intergenerational, Theme: Identity, United States | Comments Off on Olor a perfume de viejita

Olor a perfume de viejita

Olor a perfume de viejita By Claudia Guadalupe Martinez Translated by Luis Humberto Crosthwaite Published by Cinco Puntos Press ISBN-13: 9781941026960 Age Range: 10+ Find a copy at Amazon | IndieBound | B&N | Worldcat …a bittersweet story about death, family and the resilient emotional strength of the human heart. Description Claudia Martinez’ debut novel for young adults is a bittersweet story about death, family and the resilient emotional strength of the human heart. Chela Gonzalez, the book’s narrator, is a nerd and a soccer player who can barely contain her excitement about...

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The Other Half of Happy

Posted by on Feb 26, 2020 in Ages 10 and up, Guatemalan American, North America, Theme: Bi-racial Identity, Theme: Community, Theme: Cross-Group Friendship, Theme: Cultural Differences, Theme: Cultural Identity, Theme: Family Relationships, Theme: Identity, United States | Comments Off on The Other Half of Happy

The Other Half of Happy

The Other Half of Happy By Rebecca Balcarcel Published by Chronicle Books LLC ISBN: 9781452169989 Age Range: 10+ Find a copy at Amazon | IndieBound | B&N | Worldcat “…a story of identity within one’s self and within a broader community.”  —School Library Journal Description Quijana must figure out which parts of herself are most important, and which pieces come together to make her whole. This is a heartfelt poetic portrayal of a girl growing up, fitting in, and learning what it means to belong. • Lyrical middle grade debut from author Rebecca Balcárcel • A...

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A Place at the Table

Posted by on Dec 10, 2019 in Ages 10 and up, Muslim American, North America, Theme: #OwnVoices, Theme: Bi-racial Identity, Theme: Celebration, Theme: Community, Theme: Cross-Group Friendship, Theme: Cultural Differences, Theme: Family Relationships, United States | Comments Off on A Place at the Table

A Place at the Table

A Place at the Table By Saadia Faruqi & Laura Shovan Published by HMH Books ISBN-13: 9780358116684 Age Range: 10+ Find a copy at Amazon| IndieBound | B&N | Worldcat Sara is at a new school that is completely unlike the small Islamic school she used to attend. Description Sixth graders Sara and Elizabeth could not be more different. Sara is at a new school that is completely unlike the small Islamic school she used to attend. Elizabeth has her own problems: her British mum has been struggling with depression. The girls meet in an after-school South Asian cooking class, which Elizabeth...

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When Wings Expand

Posted by on Dec 6, 2019 in Ages 10 and up, Canada, Muslim Canadian, North America, Theme: Bi-racial Identity, Theme: Cultural Identity, Theme: Family Death, Theme: Family Relationships, Theme: Grandparents & Intergenerational | Comments Off on When Wings Expand

When Wings Expand

When Wings Expand By Mehded Maryam Sinclair Published by Kube Publishing Ltd ISBN: 9780860374992 Age Range: 10+ Find a copy at Amazon | IndieBound | B&N | Worldcat “A 12-year-old Canadian Muslim girl chronicles the death of her terminally ill mother and her slow healing.”  —Kirkus Reviews Description She wrapped her arms around me and said, “Nur! I know. I don’t want to go. But all I can do is keep trusting in Allah. Nur, I will always be with you! My love and advice will always be with you to guide you in the right direction.” She patted my heart....

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Count Me In

Posted by on Oct 19, 2019 in Ages 10 and up, Indian American, North America, Theme: #OwnVoices, Theme: Bi-racial Identity, Theme: Community, Theme: Cross-Group Friendship, Theme: Family Relationships, Theme: First Generation, Theme: Race, Theme: Racial Discrimination, Theme: Survival, Theme: Trauma, United States | Comments Off on Count Me In

Count Me In

Count Me In By Varsha Bajaj Published by Penguin Young Readers Group ISBN: 9780525517245 Age Range: 10+ Find a copy at Amazon | IndieBound | B&N | Worldcat “…gives readers varied and valuable perspectives of what it means to be first- and third-generation Indian Americans in an increasingly diverse nation.”  —Kirkus Reviews Description Karina Chopra would have never imagined becoming friends with the boy next door—after all, they’ve avoided each other for years and she assumes Chris is just like the boys he hangs out with, who she labels a pack of hyenas. Then...

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I’m Ok

Posted by on Jul 16, 2019 in African American, Ages 10 and up, Korean American, North America, Theme: #OwnVoices, Theme: Bi-racial Identity, Theme: Community, Theme: Cross-Group Friendship, Theme: Cultural Differences, Theme: Cultural Identity, Theme: Family Death, Theme: Migrant Life, Theme: Racial Discrimination, Theme: Survival, United States | Comments Off on I’m Ok

I’m Ok

I’m Ok By Patti Kim Published by Atheneum Books for Young Readers ISBN-13: 9781534419292 Age Range: 10+ Find a copy at Amazon | IndieBound | B&N | Worldcat A work of heavy, realistic fiction told with oddball humor, honesty, and heart.  —Kirkus Reviews Description Ok Lee knows it’s his responsibility to help pay the bills. With his father gone and his mother working three jobs and still barely making ends meet, there’s really no other choice. If only he could win the cash prize at the school talent contest! But he can’t sing or dance, and has no magic up his sleeves, so he tries...

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My Family Divided: One Girl’s Journey of Home, Loss, and Hope

Posted by on Jun 6, 2019 in Ages 10 and up, Colombian, Columbian American, North America, Theme: #OwnVoices, Theme: Bi-racial Identity, Theme: Citizenship, Theme: Deportation, Theme: Family Separation, Theme: Loss of Childhood, Theme: Migrant Life, Theme: Trauma, Theme: Undocumented Immigration, United States | Comments Off on My Family Divided: One Girl’s Journey of Home, Loss, and Hope

My Family Divided: One Girl’s Journey of Home, Loss, and Hope

My Family Divided: One Girl’s Journey of Home, Loss, and Hope By Diane Guerrero and Erica Moroz Published by Henry Holt and Co. (BYR) ISBN: 9781250134868 Age Range: 10+ Find a copy at Amazon | IndieBound | B&N | Worldcat “…Guerrero does not mince words when discussing racism, politics, and family tensions as well as the fear, shame, and emotional turmoil she experienced.”  —School Library Journal Description Before landing a spot on the megahit Netflix show Orange is the New Black; before wow-ing audiences as Lina on Jane the Virgin; and before her incredible...

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Educator’s Guide on Cross-Group Friendship & the Syrian Refugee Crisis

Posted by on Mar 12, 2019 in Ages 10 and up, Brussels, Engagement Projects, I'm Your Neighbor News, Middle East, Syrian, Theme: Bilingual Character, Theme: Civil War, Theme: Cross-Group Friendship, Theme: Cultural Differences, Theme: Education & Literacy, Theme: Family Death, Theme: Family Separation, Theme: Loss of Childhood, Theme: Separation & Reunion, Theme: Undocumented Immigration, Transfer | Comments Off on Educator’s Guide on Cross-Group Friendship & the Syrian Refugee Crisis

Educator’s Guide on Cross-Group Friendship & the Syrian Refugee Crisis

The I’m Your Neighbor team was honored to partner with Louise El Yaafouri of Refugee Classroom on an extensive guide to help you teach and share the acclaimed middle grade novel, Nowhere Boy. While visiting her family in Saida, Lebanon, Louise added ELL and Enrichment Modifications, Teaching Resources on the Syrian War, and more to the extensive classroom and reader discussion guide. Each of these resources are driven by the project’s guiding question, “If a global crisis is a collection of thousands of personal stories, what do we all gain from knowing those stories and...

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A Hope More Powerful Than the Sea

Posted by on Mar 8, 2019 in Ages 10 and up, Asian (West), Egpyt, Middle East, Syria, Syrian, Theme: #OwnVoices, Theme: Civil War, Theme: Immigration, Theme: Refugee Life, Theme: Survival, Theme: Trauma | Comments Off on A Hope More Powerful Than the Sea

A Hope More Powerful Than the Sea

A Hope More Powerful Than the Sea By Melissa Fleming Published by Flatiron Books ISBN: 9781250312068 Age Range: 10+ Find a copy at Amazon | IndieBound | B&N | Worldcat “Doaa’s eye-opening story, as told by Melissa Fleming, represents the millions of unheard voices of refugees who risk everything in a desperate search for a safe future.” Description A Hope More Powerful Than the Sea tells the story of Doaa Al-Zamel, a Syrian girl whose life was upended in 2011 by her country’s brutal civil war. She and her family escape to Egypt, but life soon quickly becomes dangerous for...

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Sea Prayer

Posted by on Dec 17, 2018 in Ages 10 and up, Asian (West), Syria, Syrian, Theme: Civil War, Theme: Community, Theme: Family Relationships, Theme: Historical, Theme: Immigration, Theme: Loss of Childhood, Theme: Refugee Life, Theme: Survival, Theme: Trauma | Comments Off on Sea Prayer

Sea Prayer

Sea Prayer By Khaled Hosseini Published by Penguin Publishing Group ISBN-13: 9780525539094 Age Range: 10+ Find a copy at Amazon | IndieBound | B&N | Worldcat “It is impossible to read without feeling intense compassion for those—and there are thousands—whose lives resemble those of the characters in the book.” —Kirkus Reviews Description A short, powerful, illustrated book written by beloved novelist Khaled Hosseini in response to the current refugee crisis, Sea Prayer is composed in the form of a letter, from a father to his son, on the eve of their journey. Watching over...

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The Only Road & El único destino

Posted by on Dec 1, 2018 in Ages 10 and up, Central America, Guatemala, Guatemalan, Mexico, North America, Theme: Community, Theme: Family Death, Theme: Family Separation, Theme: Gangs, Theme: Identity, Theme: Immigration, Theme: Loss of Childhood, Theme: Refugee Life, Theme: Survival, Theme: Trauma, Theme: Undocumented Immigration, United States | Comments Off on The Only Road & El único destino

The Only Road & El único destino

The Only Road By Alexandra Diaz Published by Simon & Schuster/Paula Wiseman Books ISBN-13: 9781481457507 (Hardcover) ISBN-13: 9781481457514 (Paperback) Age Range: 10+ Find a copy at Amazon | IndieBound | B&N | Worldcat El único destino ISBN-13: 9781481484411 (Hardcover) ISBN-13: 9781481484428 (Paperback) PURA BELPRÉ HONOR BOOK ALA NOTABLE BOOK Description Jaime is sitting on his bed drawing when he hears a scream. Instantly, he knows: Miguel, his cousin and best friend, is dead. Everyone in Jaime’s small town in Guatemala knows someone who has been killed by the Alphas, a powerful...

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Zenobia

Posted by on Nov 30, 2018 in Ages 10 and up, Asian (West), Syria, Syrian, Theme: Civil War, Theme: Family Death, Theme: Family Separation, Theme: Loss of Childhood, Theme: Refugee Life, Theme: Survival, Theme: Trauma | Comments Off on Zenobia

Zenobia

Zenobia By Morten Durr Illustrated by Lars Horneman Published by Seven Stories Press ISBN: 9781609808730 Age Range: 10+ Find a copy at Amazon | IndieBound | B&N | Worldcat “Graphic storytelling at its most powerful.”  —Kirkus Reviews Description Zenobia was once a great warrior queen of Syria whose reign reached from Egypt to Turkey. She was courageous. No one gave her orders. Once she even went to war against the emperor of Rome. When things feel overwhelming for Amina, her mother reminds her to think of Zenobia and be strong. Amina is a Syrian girl caught up in a war that...

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Nowhere Boy

Posted by on Nov 22, 2018 in Ages 10 and up, Belgium, Middle East, Moroccan, Syrian, Theme: Civil War, Theme: Deportation, Theme: Detention, Theme: Education & Literacy, Theme: Family Death, Theme: Family Separation, Theme: Immigration, Theme: Multicultural Friendship, Theme: Refugee Life, Theme: Separation & Reunion, Theme: Undocumented Immigration | Comments Off on Nowhere Boy

Nowhere Boy

Nowhere Boy By Katherine Marsh Published by Roaring Brook Press ISBN: 9781250307576 Age Range: 10+ Find a copy at Amazon | IndieBound | B&N | Worldcat “…well-crafted and suspenseful novel touches on the topics of refugees and immigrant integration, terrorism, Islam, Islamophobia, and the Syrian war with sensitivity and grace.” —Kirkus Reviews Description Nowhere Boy is a timely, poignant tale of family, sacrifice and the friendship between a young Syrian refugee and an American boy living in Brussels. Fourteen-year-old Ahmed is stuck in a city that wants nothing to do...

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I Lived on Butterfly Hill

Posted by on Nov 6, 2018 in Ages 10 and up, Chile, Chilean, North America, South American, Theme: #OwnVoices, Theme: Cultural Differences, Theme: Cultural Identity, Theme: Family Relationships, Theme: Family Separation, Theme: Fleeing Persecution, Theme: Historical, Theme: Immigration, Theme: Learning English, Theme: Migrant Life, Theme: Separation & Reunion, Theme: Survival, Theme: Trauma, Theme: War, United States | Comments Off on I Lived on Butterfly Hill

I Lived on Butterfly Hill

I Lived on Butterfly Hill By Marjorie Agosin Illustrated by Lee White Published by Atheneum Books for Young Readers ISBN: 9781416994022 Age Range: 10+ Find a copy at Amazon | IndieBound | B&N | Worldcat “Agosín has woven a historical story that draws on her own life experiences, with themes of exile, the quest for justice, and the power of the written word to preserve history.”  —School Library Journal Description Celeste Marconi is a dreamer. She lives peacefully among friends and neighbors and family in the idyllic town of Valparaiso, Chile—until one day when warships are...

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The Thing About Luck

Posted by on Nov 4, 2018 in Ages 10 and up, Japanese American, North America, Theme: Bi-racial Identity, Theme: Child Labor, Theme: Family Relationships, Theme: Family Separation, Theme: Grandparents & Intergenerational, Theme: Identity, Theme: Migrant Life, Theme: Sibling Relationship, Theme: Survival, Theme: Trauma, United States | Comments Off on The Thing About Luck

The Thing About Luck

The Thing About Luck By Cynthia Kadohata Illustrated by Julia Kuo Published by Atheneum Books for Young Readers ISBN-13: 9781416918820 Age Range: 10+ Find a copy at Amazon | IndieBound | B&N | Worldcat “Readers who peel back the layers of obsessions and fears will find a character who is determined, compassionate and altogether delightful.”  —Kirkus Reviews Description Summer knows that kouun means “good luck” in Japanese, and this year her family has none of it. Just when she thinks nothing else can possibly go wrong, an emergency whisks her parents away to Japan—right...

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The Fox Girl and the White Gazelle

Posted by on Oct 7, 2018 in Ages 10 and up, Scotland, Scottish, Syrian, Theme: Community, Theme: Cross-Group Friendship, Theme: Cultural Differences, Theme: Cultural Identity, Theme: Family Death, Theme: Family Relationships, Theme: Grandparents & Intergenerational, Theme: Identity, Theme: Immigration, Theme: Learning English, Theme: Refugee Life, Western European | Comments Off on The Fox Girl and the White Gazelle

The Fox Girl and the White Gazelle By Victoria Williamson Published by Floris Books Age Range: 10+ Find a copy at Amazon | IndieBound | B&N | Worldcat “…Williamson movingly makes it clear that working-class solidarity traverses borders, race, ethnicity, and religion.”  —Kirkus Reviews Description Reema runs to remember the life she left behind in Syria. Caylin runs to find what she’s lost. Under the gray Glasgow skies, twelve-year-old refugee Reema is struggling to find her place in a new country, with a new language and without her brother. But she isn’t...

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