Take a look at some of our favorite books released this month.
SJ Engage: Mental Health
Most people believe that mental health conditions are rare and “happen to someone else." However, an estimated 54 million Americans suffer from some form of mental health condition in a given year.
YA Friday: Sunshine On The Street At The Parade
The characters in these novels find themselves in all sorts of situations, both related and unrelated to their sexual orientation and gender identification.
SJ Engage: Homelessness and Poverty
“Overcoming poverty is not a gesture of charity. It is an act of justice. It is the protection of a fundamental human right, the right to dignity and a decent life. While poverty persists, there is no true freedom.” - Nelson Mandela Welcome to San Jose's biggest community issue. If you're reading this, you might…
YA Friday: Cli-Fi
Characters in these stories must weather devastating changes to the natural world as access to food and land are are impacted by rising sea levels or spreading ice.
SJ Engage: Immigration in the United States
The United States is the most diverse nation on Earth. Immigrants have enriched our culture and added to our productive capacity, enhancing our influence in the world.
eSpotlight – Introducing the Beanstack Tracker Alexa Skill!
Our Summer Learning and 1000 Books Before Kindergarten platform has added an Alexa Skill. Log reading without lifting a finger.
YA Friday: Tropes Spring Eternal – The Love Triangle
A monthly feature where I examine various reading tropes and share some books that use the trope in their plots.
SJ Engage: Gun Violence in the United States
About 640,000 violent crimes are committed with guns each year. Some believe gun-control laws can reduce the bloodshed. Others believe that guns protect Americans and laws should be less strict.
Facilitating an SJ Engage Circle
This toolkit is a framework for facilitating an SJ Engage Circle. A Learning Circle is a small gathering of people who come together to share their ideals, goals, practices and experiences.
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