A road trip to California turns into a fight for survival. Part social commentary, part cryptid horror, this gut-wrenching novel follows two trans teens as they escape bigotry only to face a literal monster in the Kentucky woods.
From the streets of Seoul to the suburbs of Alabama, graphic memoir Almost American Girl is a stunning exploration of identity and resilience. When a surprise move leaves her voiceless in a new language, Robin finds her power through comic art. This deep, authentic multicultural text is an ideal high school addition, offering students a poignant look at the challenges of immigration, family conflict, and the universal language of creativity.
It sounds like a horror movie: microscopic vampires entering your feet and stealing your strength. Gail Jarrow uncovers the medical mystery of the hookworm parasite that devastated the American South. Blending gross-out science with fascinating social history, this book reveals how one scientist’s discovery fought both a disease and a deadly stereotype.
Secrets can be as deadly as an explosion. Lucy must navigate the dangerous fallout of the foster care system while uncovering her stolen Ojibwe heritage. Alternating between a shadowy past and a high-stakes present, this gripping mystery exposes systemic failures and celebrates the resilience of the human spirit.
Balancing Filipino customs, Egyptian traditions, and American high school is no easy feat. Follow a funny, endearing journey of self-discovery. Perfect for middle schoolers, this interactive book which is complete with zines and games and it is a brilliant tool for discussing identity, code-switching, and microaggressions.