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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 7.3 - AR Pts: 1
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Equality is having the same rights, opportunities, and status as everyone else. Diversity is about recognizing the importance of different cultures in society, while still protecting their equality. This timely book discusses why the acceptance of diversity is important in society to prevent discrimination based on race, religion, and sex. Case studies of real-world events help readers understand the consequences of inequality.
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.5 - AR Pts: 1
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The fight for gender equality has its roots in the past, affects the lives of all people in the present, and will shape the future in important ways. However, before young people can begin to join the fight for gender equality, they first have to understand it. What is feminism? Why are women still fighting for equal pay for equal work? As readers discover the answers to these questions, they become more familiar with this newsworthy topic. Their...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.3 - AR Pts: 1
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"In this book, readers will learn about discrimination, ways they can stand up to it and help stop it, and how to help others who are experiencing inequality. Social and emotional learning (SEL) concepts support growth mindset throughout, while Grow with Goals and Try This! activities further reinforce the content. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text engage young readers as they learn more about dealing with discrimination. Also...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.4 - AR Pts: 1
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"In this book, readers will learn about bigotry, ways they can stand up to it and help stop it, and how to help others who are experiencing intolerance. Social and emotional learning (SEL) concepts support growth mindset throughout, while Grow with Goals and Try This! activities further reinforce the content. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text engage young readers as they learn more about dealing with intolerance. Also includes...
10) Shape and form
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[1974]
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Text and photographs explore the art elements of shape and form through observing the qualities of design in and beauty of various shapes found in our environment and studying the effects of light on these shapes.
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[2020]
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In the late 1800s, racial tensions between white and Chinese Americans were high. The US government passed the Chinese Exclusion Act in 1882. This act restricted immigration from China.The Chinese Exclusion Act and Its Relevance Todayexplores this act's effects and its influence on modern immigration laws. Easy-to-read text, vivid images, and helpful back matter give readers a clear look at this subject. Features include a table of contents, infographics,...
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[2020]
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In this illustrated choose-your-own-ending book, Ben is uncomfortable when he meets Aisha, a girl in a wheelchair. Will Ben make assumptions or find out more about her? Readers make choices for Ben and read what happens next, with each story path leading to different consequences. Includes four different endings and discussion questions.
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[2023]
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"Everyone's family looks different, and that's okay! Although our world is diverse, it is not always inclusive. To raise accepting, empathic, and open-minded children, it is important to instill the idea that differences are to be celebrated within families, communities, and throughout the world. In the Small and Tall Ball, readers will follow the heartwarming story of Oliver, a child who feels excluded from the year "Mother-Son & Father-Daughter...
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2013.
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 8 - AR Pts: 5
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What did it take to be a paratrooper in World War II? Specialized training, extreme physical fitness, courage, and -- until the 555th Parachute Infantry Battalion was formed - white skin. In 1943, Americans were fighting World War II to keep the world safe from tyranny, yet at home, white people had rights that black people did not. What is courage? Perhaps it is being ready to fight for your nation even when your nation won't fight for you.
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