What does it mean for people to be marginalized? The word comes from margin, which means an edge or a border. Someone who is marginalized is removed from the centre and pushed to the edges. They are excluded from full participation in society.
People on the margins face disadvantages and discrimination. It could be because of their race, or it could be because of other things, like disability or religion. Throughout history and around the world, different communities have been marginalized. It's still happening today, which is why it's important to listen to the voices and stories of those being excluded. We hope taking the Reading Challenge helps you discover and understand new perspectives!
Dear Mothman by Robin Gow
Noah is struggling after his best friend passes away. Writing letters to the mythical Mothman helps him cope. But who is reading his letters? Could the Mothman be real?
Nikhil Out Loud by Maulik Pancholy
Nikhil is a voice actor on an animated TV show, but he can’t sing. Not only that, but his voice is starting to change! How can he play the lead in the school musical?
Pilar Ramirez and the Escape from Zafa by Julian Randall
Pilar is magically transported to the island of Zafa, where adventure and danger abound! She joins the fight against the boogeyman, El Cuco, while investigating the mystery of a missing family member.
Ruby Finley vs. the Interstellar Invasion by K. Tempest Bradford
Ruby wants to be an entomologist (bug scientist) when she grows up. If only she can figure out what this weird red bug is... Did it just escape by eating through the jar? And are those secret agents trying to catch it?
You Only Live Once, David Bravo by Mark Oshiro
When a talking dog offers David the chance to go back in time, he tries over and over to fix his first week of middle school.