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Front Desk

Kelly Yang

Published In 2018

Grade Level #3-5 #6-8

Front Desk is based on author Kelly Yang’s life. In the story, fifth grader Mia Tang lives and works with her Chinese immigrant parents at the Calivista Motel. This story details the families first year and the obstacles Mia faces but perseveres. Family, resilience, bias, bullying, community, diversity,

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The Day You Begin

Jacqueline Woodson

Published In 2018

Grade Level #K-2

Sometimes you’ll find yourself in a place where there is no one like you. A heartening book about finding courage to connect, even when you feel scared and alone.

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