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Class Act by
African American eighth grader Drew Ellis is used to working hard, but he's starting to realize that even if he works ten times as hard as his classmates at the privileged Riverdale Academy Day School, he still won't be given the same opportunities as they are. To make things worse, Drew begins to feel that his good friend Liam is one of those privileged kids, especially after a visit to Liam's giant house. Drew wants to pretend like everything's fine, but it's hard not to treat Liam differently and their mutual friend Jordan doesn't know how to keep their group together.
Girl on Fire by
Fourteen-year-old genius Lolo Wright, already in tenth grade with her sixteen-year-old brother, James, discovers she has mind powers when her brother is unjustly roughed up by the police for a crime he didn't commit. Lolo stops the bad cops from hurting her brother, but draws the attention of the local gangster, Skin, who leverages his loyal goons and money to blackmail Lolo into working for him.
The Black Mage by
St. Ivory Academy--the elite wizarding school that floats above a pristine lake somewhere in America--has always been a place for the most talented, young, Caucasian magic users. But now, due to affirmative action, Tom Token has become the first African American kid accepted into the school--but that doesn't mean all the white kids, or even the teachers, will accept Tom right away. Things go from bad to worse when strange occurrences begin happening all around him, and Tom starts suspecting the school had another reason for inviting him to join.
Twins: a Graphic Novel by
When middle school hits, things suddenly change for twins Francine and Maureen, who previously, were best friends, enjoyed the same activities, and liked the same foods. Maureen wonders what happened to Fran--as she now calls herself--that she suddenly now wants to dress fashionably, join the chorus, and hang out with other groups of kids without her. Maureen wonders if she'll ever get her sister back, or if she's now on her own.
New Kid by
"Seventh grader Jordan Banks loves nothing more than drawing cartoons about his life. But instead of sending him to the art school of his dreams, his parents enroll him in a prestigious private school known for its academics, where Jordan is one of the few kids of color in his entire grade. As he makes the daily trip from his Washington Heights apartment to the upscale Riverdale Academy Day School, Jordan soon finds himself torn between two worlds--and not really fitting into either one. Can Jordan learn to navigate his new school culture while keeping his friends and staying true to himself?"--Provided by publisher.
Victory. Stand! by
Olympic gold medalist Tomie Smith documents his life and career before and after his 1968 protest against racial injustice during the gold medal ceremony in which he and teammate John Carlos raised black-gloved fists during the playing of the national anthem.
School Trip by
Eighth grader Drew Ellis recognizes that he isn't afforded the same opportunities, no matter how hard he works, that his privileged classmates at the Riverdale Academy Day School take for granted, and to make matters worse, Drew begins to feel as if his good friend Liam might be one of those privileged kids and is finding it hard not to withdraw, even as their mutual friend Jordan tries to keep their group of friends together
The Crossover (graphic Novel) by
Presents a graphic novel adaptation of Kwame Alexander's novel of the same name. Josh Bell has a talent for composing raps, and he and his twin brother Jordan are kings of the basketball court. But when the twins' close relationship begins to unravel under the strain of changes in their lives, the brothers start to realize life isn't always about winning.
Spider-Man: Miles Morales Vol. 1 by
Miles Morales is the new Spider-Man and the latest Avenger. In these graphic novel adventures, he faces the demon Blackheart, the Black Cat and Hammerhead who kidnap and threaten him, and his own grandmother who hires a private investigator to follow him.
Who Was the Greatest?: Muhammad Ali by
Explore the journey Muhmmad Ali took to win his final match against fellow heavyweight boxing champion Joe Frazier, known as the Thrilla in Manila. A story of athleticism, heart, and determination, this graphic novel invites readers to immerse themselves into the explosive power of the boxing champion and civil rights activist.
March: Book Two by
After the sit-ins in Nashville, John Lewis and his fellow Freedom Riders face beatings, imprisonment, arson, and murder. However, their efforts attract allies such as Martin Luther King, Jr. and Attorney General Robert F. Kennedy. Lewis and King speak at the 1963 March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom, while danger brews in Birmingham, Alabama.
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Memoir describes Civil Rights activist and former congressman John Lewis' experiences dealing with the negative consequences of being involved in the 1960s protests, such as the ensuing violence that continued to take place against blacks, the push-back from fearmongers, and the rebellion among allies who thought change didn't come quickly enough and didn't reach far enough.
Ms. Marvel Vol. 1: No Normal by
Marvel Comics presents the new Ms. Marvel, the groundbreaking heroine that has become an international sensation! Kamala Khan is an ordinary girl from Jersey City - until she's suddenly empowered with extraordinary gifts. But who truly is the new Ms. Marvel? Teenager? Muslim? Inhuman? Find out as she takes the Marvel Universe by storm! When Kamala discovers the dangers of her newfound powers, she unlocks a secret behind them, as well.
