Michelle Davis

Is the lack of YA in school robbing our students?

Censorship of books is not a new concept for teachers. There are always people trying to shield young minds from “inappropriate” ideas. Unfortunately this outrage, while thought to be well intended, is usually made by adults expressing concern about literature read in class because THEY are uncomfortable, not the students. In addition, these objections areContinue reading “Is the lack of YA in school robbing our students?”

Book Talk: BIPOC YA Texts for Your Classroom

Choosing titles by diverse authors with BIPOC characters can not only help your students of color see themselves in the books they read in class, but also allow your white students to learn more about people and places that are different from their lived experiences. Therefore I wanted to share a few texts that youContinue reading “Book Talk: BIPOC YA Texts for Your Classroom”

The Importance of Diverse Texts

As our classrooms become more diverse, and the varied needs of our students increase, it is important for teachers to use literature to expose students to a variety of cultures and experiences. Unfortunately, as we watch the news, attend school board meetings, or receive feedback from parents, schools are experiencing a great deal of pushbackContinue reading “The Importance of Diverse Texts”

Starting with Identity

“Identity is a prison you can never escape, but the way to redeem your past is not to run from it, but to try to understand it, and use it as a foundation to grow.”-Jay Z Have you ever taken the time to think about your identity? Or thought about the words you would useContinue reading “Starting with Identity”