multiculturalism

Readers will learn about the challenges and successes of sundry scientists and the inspiring story of the dazzling mind of physicist and cosmologist Stephen Hawking, who persevered despite incredible physical limitations.

This revealing book features some inspiring figures through history who have persevered despite that chasm, as well as those who continue to do so today.

A story that explores the ways a single voice can make a difference.

Examines the notion of cultural appropriation and argues that it is always a bad thing in spite of context or intent. Offers readers advice for how to apologize for cultural appropriation if they should feel they have committed it. Includes a glossary.

It's time to travel the world! Sing, dance, and play with children of other cultures.

"While sleeping on the roof of his father's hotel, thirteen-year-old Lucas Benes finds a baby alone and learns that the Good Company has restarted its profitable kidnapping business. Multilingual and already on his third passport, Lucas leads a network of international teenagers through the hotspots of Paris--from the catacombs to the Eiffel Tower--in an all-out effort to spoil a brainwashing ceremony that could potentially turn them all into 'Good' kids."--Provided by publisher.

". . . when [Jilly's] sister, Emma, is born deaf, she realizes . . . the world is going to treat Jilly, who is white and hearing, differently from Emma, just as it will treat them both differently from their Black cousins. A big fantasy reader, Jilly makes a connection online with another fantasy fan, Derek, who is a Deaf, Black ASL user. She goes to Derek for help with Emma but doesn't always know the best way or time to ask for it. As she and Derek meet in person, have some really fun conversations, and become friends, Jilly makes some mistakes . . . but comes to understand that it's up to her, not Derek to figure out how to do better next time--especially when she wants to be there for Derek the most. Within a world where kids like Derek and Emma aren't assured the same freedom or safety as kids like Jilly, Jilly is starting to learn all the things she doesn't know--and by doing that, she's also working to discover how to support her family and her friends"--Provided by publisher.

"Readers examine the widening gap between those who believe political correctness is an unnecessary affectation and those who believe a greater good can be achieved with increased sensitivity in how we talk to, and about, each other"--Provided by publisher.

Introduces the reader to all sides of contemporary controversies about microaggressions, safe spaces, and trigger warning in an objective and comprehensive way.