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Joshua Izzo

Joshua Izzo is an illustrator, storyteller and entertainment executive who currently resides in southern California with his wife, their daughter, and two Pomeranians. In his day job, Josh is the Vice President of Franchise Development at Lightstorm Entertainment, ensuring that the Avatar comic books, novels, reference books, video games, and other parts of the Avatar story universe follow the vision of film makers Jim Cameron and Jon Landau.

Mental Health Awareness Month Resources

May is Mental Health Awareness Month and educators are increasingly aware that integrating social-emotional learning into the curriculum is critical if we want students to succeed both in and out of the classroom. Download the thematic educator guides on Teaching About Anxiety and Mindfulness and Teaching About Student Wellness. Explore our specially curated collections on

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Books for Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month

Each May, we honor the stories, histories, and cultures of Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islanders. Below is a selection of acclaimed fiction and nonfiction books by AANHPI creators to share with your students this month and throughout the year. AANHPI Creators – Middle School titles AANHPI Creators – High School titles .

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