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Book to Action: ASK the Author Video Challenge DEADLINE MAY 10 Record a video of yourself asking super-cool author Jason Reynolds a question about writing or about his latest book for teens, Stamped: Racism, Antiracism, and You. Then upload it to your favorite social media channel. Tag us at #slocountylibraries or just email us a link at socialmedia@slolibrary.org. Your video could be featured on our live webcast with Jason on May 26 at 6pm!
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Long way down : the graphic novel
by Jason Reynolds
As Will, fifteen, sets out to avenge his brother Shawn's fatal shooting, seven ghosts who knew Shawn board the elevator and reveal truths Will needs to know
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All American boys
by Jason Reynolds
When sixteen-year-old Rashad is mistakenly accused of stealing, classmate Quinn witnesses his brutal beating at the hands of a police officer who happens to be the older brother of his best friend. Told through Rashad and Quinn's alternating viewpoints
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For every one by Jason ReynoldsOriginally performed at the Kennedy Center for the unveiling of the Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial, and later as a tribute to Walter Dean Myers, this stirring and inspirational poem is New York Times bestselling author and National Book Award finalist Jason Reynolds's rallying cry to the dreamers of the world. Jason wants kids to know that dreams take time. They involve countless struggles. But no matter how many times a dreamer gets beat down, the drive and the passion and the hope never fully extinguish--because just having the dream is the start you need, or you won't get anywhere anyway, and that is when you have to take a leap of faith and...jump anyway
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Stamped : racism, antiracism, and you
by Jason Reynolds
Reveals the history of racist ideas in America from 1415 to the present while explaining their endurance and capacity for being discredited
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Ghost
by Jason Reynolds
Ghost is a naturally talented runner with a troubled background, but when he is recruited for an elite middle school track team, he must prove to his coach that he can overcome his problems and become the best sprinter in the city
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Love in English
by Maria E. Andreu
Feeling blocked after moving from Argentina to New Jersey, a 16-year-old poet finds herself torn between a cute American boy in her math class and a Greek student who understands the struggles she is facing in an ESL class. 150,000 first printing. Simultaneous eBook.
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Muted
by Tami Charles
A tale inspired by true events traces the experiences of a talented singer who wants to escape her all-white community before catching the attention of an R&B star who gives her access to fame and luxury in exchange for unscrupulous sacrifices
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Let's talk about it : the teen's guide to sex, relationships, and being a human
by Erika Moen
Presented in the accessible style of a graphic novel, a practical guide to adolescence by the creators of the Oh Joy Sex Toy sex-education webcomic shares compassionate and relatable advice on subjects ranging from body image and identity to healthy relationships and safe sex. Simultaneous and eBook. Illustrations.
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Dark stars
by Danielle Rollins
A conclusion to the trilogy that began with Stolen Time and Twisted Fates finds an abandoned Dorothy struggling to figure out her role in Ash’s death while following clues in the Professor’s journal to create an Ash-safe present timeline. 30,000 first printing. Simultaneous eBook.
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Singled out : the true story of Glenn Burke
by Andrew Maraniss
A photograph-complemented early biography documents the remarkable life of the lesser-known Los Angeles Dodgers outfielder, sharing insight into how Glenn Burke navigated painful obstacles to break barriers for LGBTQ+ athletes, inventing the “high five” along the way. Simultaneous eBook.
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Good girl, bad blood
by Holly Jackson
Pip reluctantly dons her detective cap once again when the police refuse to help search for a friend who goes missing on the night their community hosts a memorial for the victims of the murder case she and Ravi solved a year earlier. Simultaneous eBook.
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Like home
by Louisa Onomé
Remaining steadfast to her community after an act of violence compels several of her neighbors to move, Nelo lands in the center of a high-profile fight involving disputes with the police, urban redevelopment plans and an estrangement from her best friend. A first novel. Simultaneous eBook.
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Mazie
by Melanie Crowder
Leaping at a chance for a Broadway audition, a teen from 1950s Nebraska endures brutal but thrilling auditions, before dwindling resources and a challenge to her personal beliefs force her to reevaluate her priorities. By the author of Audacity. Simultaneous eBook.
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Never Stop Creating: Digital Arts & Film Competition You could win a $100 scholarship! Competition categories include:- Film Challenge
- Digital Media Arts - Podcasting Challenge
- Digital Media Arts - Screenwriting/Storytelling Challenge
- Digital Media Arts - Photography Challenge
- Digital Media Arts - Highlight Reel Challenge (Editing, Acting, Short/Long Form Digital Content)
- People's Choice - Overall Excellence
Creative submissions must represent works created between March 2020 and April 2021. Submission deadline: April 15.
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Art Workshop: Mexican Mural MovementTuesday, April 13, 6:00 pm Library Online To celebrate the reopening of David Alfaro Siqueiros' mural, Portrait of Mexico Today, join us for a virtual presentation highlighting selected works by Latin American artists in the Museum's collection. Presented by an Santa Barbara Museum of Art Educator, the talk will feature a 30-minute presentation, followed by followed by an art class. Registration Required. For ages 12 and up. A free art kit will be available for pick up at select libraries, and will be required for this class.
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Book to Action: Ibram X. Kendi discusses How to be an Antiracist
Wednesday, April 21, 5:30 pm
Library Online
In collaboration with CSU Chico's Book in Common program and the California Center for the Book. Participating libraries and community members are invited to join others across the state for this special event. Registration is required.
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Can you make it out of the Library's Virtual Escape Rooms? Have you tried one of our unique virtual escape rooms yet? We have three different themes for you to try. Complete challenges, answer questions and use clues to escape!
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Save the Strangers Escape RoomHelp save random 'strangers' escape situations that could cause dangerous consequences!!! and/or possible embarrassment... These puzzles are a little more difficult and geared toward older teens and adults Scan the QR code to try it!
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This escape room is based off the hit television show, Supernatural. Follow the clues, answer the riddles, and solve the puzzles before your time limit runs out!
Scan the QR code to try it!
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