Fresh Reads, Honest reviews, Educator-approved
This powerful multigenerational story explores identity, heritage, and the weight of family expectations across four generations of a Filipino American family. It is an engaging and thoughtful read that opens the door to meaningful conversations about belonging and culture.
Aida Salazar’s Ultra Violet is a brave and compassionate story in verse about growing up, finding identity, and redefining masculinity. Elios’s voice is authentic and funny, offering boys permission to feel and be kind. A must-read for middle schoolers finding their place in the world.