Read Across America: October - Foster Belonging

        

Every Month, NEA's Read Across America highlights books for young readers that explore a topic related to diversity and inclusion.

The theme for October is Foster Belonging.

These titles help students strive to know the people in their communities and work actively and meaningfully to understand and respect their backgrounds and identities.

Here are the recommended books for the month. Find discussion questions and more resources on their website.

Elementary: Growing An Artist: The Story of a Landscaper and His Son 

by John Parra

Middle Grade: Cuba In My Pocket 

by Adrianna Cuevas 

Young Adult: Where I Belong 

by Marcia Arguenta Mickelson