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Book Lists & Behind-the-Scenes
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Men of the 65th: An Interview with Author Talia Aikens-Nuñez
Honor and Fidelity. That is the motto of the 65th Infantry Regiment, the only Puerto Rican unit in the United States Army. Discover their story in the new YA nonfiction Men of the 65th: The Borinqueneers of the Korean War.
Talia Aikens-Nuñez joins us on the Lerner blog to share her inspiration, a surprising research discovery, and her hopes for the young adults learning about the Borinqueneers for the first time.
Read on for More About Men of the 65th >
Download the Free Discussion Guide >
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Books to Celebrate LGBTQIA+ Pride Month
June marks Pride month for the LGBTQIA+ community. If you’re prepping book displays, looking for titles to support lessons and curriculum, or are simply seeking books that reflect LGBTQIA+ experiences, we’ve got several stellar picks! From the humorous and informative guide Queer, 2nd Edition for LGBTQ teens navigating their social journey, to heartwarming stories like My Mommies Built a Treehouse that highlight the importance of family and support, these books offer something for readers of all ages.
Celebrate with these LGBTQIA+ Must-Reads >
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The Weight of Everything: An Interview with Author Marcia Argueta Mickelson
The new YA novel The Weight of Everything strikes the perfect balance between grief, romance, and self-exploration through the eyes of one girl’s personal experience. Six months ago, Sarah’s beloved mother died in a car accident. Her dad fell apart, and Sarah had to leave her fine arts boarding school to take care of him and her little brother. She’s sure she doesn’t have the time or emotional energy for a relationship with her sweet, handsome classmate, David Garza. But when a school project leads her to delve into her mother’s Mexican and Guatemalan roots and rediscover her love of art, her perspective shifts.
Award-winning author Marcia Argueta Mickelson joins us to discuss how she relates to Sarah’s story, her inspiration, and her creative process.
Read the Full Interview Here >
Explore the Discussion Guide >
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Grab Your Digital Copy of Men of the 65th
Since the regiment’s creation in 1899, the men of the 65th have proudly served the US through multiple wars, despite facing racial discrimination. Their courage, loyalty, and patriotism earned them hundreds of accolades, including the Congressional Gold Medal in 2014.
In this telling of one of the forgotten stories of the Korean War, author Talia Aikens-Nuñez guides us through the history of the Borinqueneers and the challenges they faced leading up to what was the largest court martial in the entire war. Rediscover the bravery of the men of the 65th through Aikens-Nuñez’s thorough writing and the soldiers’ firsthand accounts of the Korean War.
Download on NetGalley >
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New Reviews and Accolades
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★ Men of the 65th
“An excellent choice for those interested in military or Puerto Rican history; a great pick for U.S. history courses or research.”
— starred, School Library Journal
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★ The Big Backyard
“[T]aking curious readers on a fact-filled tour of the outer reaches of our solar system…packed with information but also thoroughly entertaining.”
— starred, School Library Journal
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Beyond Sex Ed
“Offers direct, clear, useful, and possibly lifesaving information to teens.”
— Kirkus Reviews
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