Weekend Pick for August 30, 2024

Weekend Pick for August 30, 2024

​I can't wait till September 2nd, the magic date, which is just three days away. Our readers and followers will be able to access the three books created by the Ethical ELA community under a nurturing guidance and editorship of Sarah J. Donovan.
Remember Words That Mend and 90 Ways of Community that were featured here on August 16 and 23? These two are followed by Just YA, a collection of short stories, essays, and poetry. 

​Just YA: Short Poems, Stories, & Essays edited by Sarah J. Donovan
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​Just YA: Short Poems, Stories, & Essays is a powerful collection of literature celebrating the diverse and dynamic experiences of contemporary youth. This open-access anthology features short texts that can be read in a single class period and are designed to spark deep conversations. Organized around themes of identity, love, place, justice, and the future, these works offer inclusive and affirming perspectives. With contributions from acclaimed young adult authors, flash fiction writers, and teacher-poets, Just YA provides educators with contemporary texts that resonate with and inspire today’s students. All content is freely available online, encouraging widespread access and use.

​All three of these books will be launched on September 2, 2024!
We will share the details about how to order these free resources online and for printing costs anywhere books are sold beginning with the launch day.
Mark your calendars:

• 09.02.2024 to get the books for FREE online.
• 09.22.2024 to celebrate online with us 2pm CT.​

I would encourage every teacher and every educator to join our celebration party via Zoom on September 22. Here is the link: https://okstate-edu.zoom.us/s/6028777200 

You will find something helpful that you can immediately bring into the classroom.

As always, enjoy the weekend with a good book,
​Leilya