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DaVaun Sanders

DaVaun Sanders is an author and editor residing in Phoenix, Arizona. He’s the author of Keynan Masters & The Peerless Magic Crew, the first novel in his debut middle-grade fantasy series. His short fiction has appeared in the New York Times bestselling anthology Black Boy Joy and elsewhere. He continues to expand his work in children’s SFF for kids everywhere who deserve to enjoy inclusive stories. When deadlines are scarce, Sanders enjoys exploring the world with his wife and their twins, cheering himself hoarse for the 49ers, and tackling any DIY project that requires outrageous new power tools.
Minecraft: The Tournament

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Minecraft: The Tournament

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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Read the Book, Watch the Movie: Minecraft

With A Minecraft Movie currently in theaters, there is no better time to dive into Random House World’s selection of novels set in the world of imaginative world of the wildly popular video game, appropriate for middle-grade readers. Browse below to find engaging fiction selections for your Minecraft-obsessed students:

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