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create & celebrate a nation of diverse readers
May 2024
Focus on Family
Books of the month:
Books of the month:
Elementary
The Train Home
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The Train Home
Middle Grade
The Lost Ryū
![The Lost Ryu](https://www.nea.org/sites/default/files/styles/415wide/public/2023-08/the-lost-ryu.jpg?itok=qD6W69ak)
The Lost Ryū
Young Adult
Well, That Was Unexpected
![Well That was Unexpected](https://www.nea.org/sites/default/files/styles/415wide/public/2023-08/well-that-was-unexpected.png?itok=yXccp4-U)
Well, That Was Unexpected
Ready, Set...Read!
![a school library bookshelf with several picture books displayed on top](https://www.nea.org/sites/default/files/styles/640wide/public/2024-05/2024-brockton-library.jpg?itok=u3_8Fd68)
No New Library Books for 30 Years? These Paraeducators Changed That!
![collage of covers of children's books about Juneteenth](https://www.nea.org/sites/default/files/styles/640wide/public/2023-06/2023-juneteenth-book-cover-collage.jpg?itok=L4zVLbNl)
Books to Celebrate Juneteenth
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LGBTQ+ Books for Schools
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Get Serious About Summer Reading
![books can change the world](https://www.nea.org/sites/default/files/styles/640wide/public/2022-12/bookschangeworld.jpg?itok=6ExYc2f3)
What Do Students Want to Read? It Might Not Be What You Think
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Summer Reading Stars
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NEA strives to make sure that every student has access to age-appropriate books that show they are reflected and respected, and opposes efforts to limit students’ access to such books. Nevertheless, NEA urges educators to comply with state and local laws and policies that may limit what books they may teach and recommend to their students.
Here’s What We’re Reading...
![August 2023](https://www.nea.org/sites/default/files/styles/640x530/public/2023-08/august-2023.png?itok=bDAR3AgG)
August 2023
Share Your Story
![September 2023](https://www.nea.org/sites/default/files/styles/640x530/public/2023-08/september-2023.jpg?itok=tydwOxUX)
September 2023
Tackle Challenges Together
![October 2023](https://www.nea.org/sites/default/files/styles/640x530/public/2023-08/october-2023.jpg?itok=Q_rTsx0-)
October 2023
Champion the Freedom to Read
![November 2023](https://www.nea.org/sites/default/files/styles/640x530/public/2023-08/november-2023.png?itok=j-uUwNvT)
November 2023
Gain New Perspectives
![December 2023](https://www.nea.org/sites/default/files/styles/640x530/public/2023-08/december-2023.png?itok=ZYrWdu0N)
December 2023
Recognize Our Connectedness
![January 2024](https://www.nea.org/sites/default/files/styles/640x530/public/2023-08/january-2024.png?itok=zDf7ga4p)
January 2024
Engage in the World
![February 2024](https://www.nea.org/sites/default/files/styles/640x530/public/2023-08/february-2024.jpg?itok=B_r7c7gl)
February 2024
Advance Racial Justice
![March 2024](https://www.nea.org/sites/default/files/styles/640x530/public/2023-08/march-2024.png?itok=jhvKwESL)
March 2024
Celebrate Diversity
![April 2024](https://www.nea.org/sites/default/files/styles/640x530/public/2023-08/april-2024.jpg?itok=G3tqffs9)
April 2024
Discover the Power of Poetry
![May 2024](https://www.nea.org/sites/default/files/styles/640x530/public/2023-08/may-2024.jpg?itok=-EiSaEJr)
May 2024
Focus on Family
![June 2024](https://www.nea.org/sites/default/files/styles/640x530/public/2023-08/june-2024.jpg?itok=CkJ_48Vp)
June 2024
Promote Respect for All
![July 2024](https://www.nea.org/sites/default/files/styles/640x530/public/2023-08/july-2024.png?itok=J9J_uEH0)
July 2024
Foster Inclusiveness
Chapter Books for Early Readers
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Create enthusiastic readers with Magic Tree House (MTH) early chapter book choices for beginning independent readers that are fun, accessible, and help improve comprehension and the habit of reading.
- Magic Tree House Book #9: Dolphins at Daybreak
- Nonfiction: Magic Tree House Fact Tracker: Dolphins and Sharks
Ready to use these MTH books and more in your classroom? Visit MTHClassroomAdventures.org for downloadable MTH resources or head to www.MagicTreeHouse.com. Eligible educators can join FirstBook's Network to bring new books and resources to the classroom.
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