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R. Kent Rasmussen

R. Kent Rasmussen is the author or editor of nine books on Mark Twain, including the award-winner Mark Twain A to Z, as well as more than a dozen other books. He lives in Southern California.

Books for Black History Month

In honor of Black History Month this February, we are highlighting essential fiction and nonfiction for students, teachers, and parents to share and discuss this month and beyond. Join Penguin Random House Education in celebrating the contributions of Black authors and illustrators by exploring the titles here: BLACK HISTORY – MIDDLE SCHOOL BLACK HISTORY –

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Great New Books for Your Classroom

Penguin Random House Education is pleased to present a special video highlighting great new titles for high school students. Eileen Becker and Charles Head, specialists in secondary education titles for Penguin Random House, discuss recent books that will engage students and supplement reading curricula. Watch the video and learn more about the titles discussed below.

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