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• Accountable

  the True Story of a Racist Social Media Account and the Teenagers Whose Lives It Changed

  Slater, Dashka,

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  *WINNER* When a high school student started a private Instagram account that used racist and sexist memes to make his friends laugh, he thought it was "edgy" humor. Then a few other kids found out about the account and soon, everyone knew.…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• America Redux

  Visual Stories from Our Dynamic History

  Aberg-Riger, Ariel

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  Through Aberg-Riger's mix of writing and collage, we learn about aspects of American History that are often not discussed, and she does not shy away from difficult topics. The exploitation of BIPOC individuals is front and center as she shows how…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Family Style

  Memories of an American from Vietnam

  Pham, Thien

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  In this captivating graphic memoir, Thein and his family embark on a poignant journey to the United States. Seamlessly weaving together themes of food, family, and resilience, Pham's narrative will resonate deeply with readers.

• From Here

  Mufleh, Luma

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  Mufleh's journey as a gay teenager navigating a religious family's expectations is powerfully relatable for many teens. Through her courageous decision to journey to the United States, the narrative beautifully showcases her unwavering bravery and…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Nearer My Freedom

  The Interesting Life of Olaudah Equiano by Himself

  Edinger, Monica • Younge, Lesley

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  Told in found verse, using Equiano's own writings, this book spans his life from childhood through his enslavement and travels as a free man.