African American Literature II

From Walter Dean Myers to Jacqueline Woodson, these classic and flashy titles will draw every middle school reader into the rich world of African American literature.

Note: These titles reflect the experiences and issues of American middle school students. Some titles in this collection may contain mild language, romance, and occasional, non-explicit references to alcohol or drugs. This collection may not be appropriate for some communities.

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Leveled Text Sets

  • Best books in print selected from 220+ publishers
  • High-interest nonfiction titles, reading levels K–12th grade
  • Leveled based on National Standards for Reading
  • Customized to your students’ reading levels

Student Research Cards

  • The front of each card has content standards-based questions to guide individual and collective learning
  • The back of each card has academic vocabulary essential to the study of this subject

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