Reviewed by Paige Pagan Review Source: Teaching for Change Book Author: SPOILER ALERT A powerful contemporary young adult novel that’s essential when having conversations about challenging Islamophobia and encouraging teens to funnel their creative energies into advocacy. The course of three teenage Muslim girls’ lives virtually converge in the aftermath of a terrorist attack in Washington […]
Dream Builder: The Story of Architect Philip Freelon
Reviewed by: Rebecca Lehr Book Author: Dream Builder: The Story of Architect Philip Freelon tells of the celebrated architect’s path from his childhood in 1950’s Philadelphia to designing the National Museum of African American History and Culture (NMAAHC). Beginning with Freelon’s personal struggles with reading and strengths in math and visual arts, it then takes […]
A-to-Z: The Real DC
Reviewed by Matthew Smee Review Source: Independent Book Author: People often look at Washington, D.C., solely through a political lens, as it is the nation’s capital. Federal buildings and monuments are highlighted and other key components of the city are neglected in turn. Few outside of the district are familiar with our vibrant culture and […]