Richard Thomas, author portrait

Richard Thomas

Richard Thomas is an award-winning writer whose work has appeared in more than 100 publications. Nominated for five Pushcart Prizes, he is the author of the novels Disintegration and Transubstantiate, as well as two short story collections, Herniated Roots and Staring into the Abyss. Thomas lives with his family in the Chicago area.

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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