Todd Nesloney

This powerful book is a call to action for creating a culture of literacy in schools that supports all students, especially immigrant and refugee children, in their pursuit of the American Dream. Award-winning principal and literacy advocate Don Vu outlines six conditions for a school's culture of literacy and shares practical strategies, personal stories, and inspiration to create an environment where reading is celebrated and all students can thrive. With endorsements from prominent educators, this book is a must-read for anyone committed to making education the great equalizer.

"Shattering the Perfect Teacher Myth" is a book that aims to equip educators with strategies to thrive rather than just survive the school year. Author and educator Aaron Hogan rejects the idyllic myth of the perfect teacher and offers practical tips on shifting out of survival mode, increasing student engagement and community, and creating a powerful support system. This book empowers teachers to succeed and renovate their everyday conversations to create meaningful relationships with their students. If you're ready to thrive, this book is a must-read.

Finalista del National Book Award! Bestseller del New York Times! Julia no es la hija mexicana perfecta. Ese era el rol de su hermana Olga. Olga no fue a la universidad, se quedó en casa para cuidar a sus padres, limpiar la casa y trabajar a medio tiempo. Julia tiene grandes sueños y no quiere formar parte del camino de su hermana mayor. Pero un solo error, que ocurre mientras enviaba un mensaje de texto al mismo tiempo que cruzaba la calle más concurrida de Chicago, resulta en la muerte de Olga, dejando atrás a Julia para ocuparse de las secuelas.  Sus padres, quienes inmigraron ilegalmente a Chicago desde México en busca de una vida mejor, están inconsolables. La madre de Julia parece canalizar su dolor para señalar de todas las maneras posibles que Julia no es la hija mexicana perfecta que Olga era. Pero Julia pronto descubre que Olga puede haber tenido secretos, también. Con la ayuda de su mejor amiga Lorena, Julia está decidida a descubrirlo. ¿Era Olga realmente lo que parecía? ¿O había algo más en la historia de su hermana? Y de cualquier manera, ¿cómo puede Julia incluso intentar vivir a la altura de un ideal aparentemente imposible?

A moving and inspiring debut novel about a girl named Rachel, who learns to cope with scoliosis - a disease that affects 10% of teenagers. Rachel is excited for the upcoming school year, but after a doctor's visit, she is told she needs to wear a back brace for 23 hours a day. The brace changes how she moves, how she dresses, and even how her crush sees her. Written by an author who also wore a brace, this heartfelt story is about learning to manage life's many challenges.

"We Got This" by Cornelius Minor is a powerful book that encourages teachers to listen to their students and create a more equitable learning environment. Minor realizes that his lessons were not always linked to his students' reality and challenges the teacher as hero trope. This book provides strategies for revising lessons and advocating for access and equity. It is a manual for brilliant, messy work that encourages everyone to get a shot. "We Got This" is a must-read for all educators striving to create a more just and equal world.

A spunky girl born without arms and a boy with Tourette syndrome navigate the challenges of middle school, disability, and friendship while solving a mystery in a western theme park. Aven's humorous and inspiring attitude is sure to linger in readers' minds even after the last page is turned.

"Humanizing Distance Learning" challenges the traditional approach to teaching and encourages educators to embrace the unique opportunity presented by distance learning to promote independent, liberated learning. The book offers practical tips for building independence, collaboration, and a sense of identity in students, while minimizing dependence on technology. It urges educators to prioritize humanity and equity in their teaching, reimagining the purpose of education for a deeper sense of collective humanity. This visionary and practical book is a must-read for teachers seeking to build a culture of thinking and understanding in their classrooms, no matter the distance.

Immerse yourself in the daily exploration of hope, grace, and faith with Tanner Olson's collection of poetry and prose, I'm All Over the Place. This unique book offers simple, insightful words that help make sense of the soul living in a world that is both heavy and hopeful. Tanner's mission is to remind readers to ponder the Truth as they navigate life in authentic and deep ways. Through Written to Speak, his spoken word and writing project, Tanner's poetry has reached people worldwide, connecting them with reminders of the Love that is waiting to be shared and the Hope worth announcing. As you read this anthology, challenge yourself to seek out beauty in the world and emerge with a renewed spirit as you continue your journey today.