Margarita Engle

Jan 10, 2025 | johnsoncountypost.com | Natalia Sylvester |P. Clark |Margarita Engle

Sometimes life can move us far away from places and people we care about. But, along the way, a memory, an item, or a photograph can help us feel connected or right at home again. This January, Shawnee Mission School District is exploring the theme “Find Your Way” as we Read Across SMSD. At Shawnee Mission North High School, three students and Principal David Ewers took some time to highlight some treasured items that have been special to them on their journey.

Oct 21, 2024 | boredteachers.com | Lynda Blackmon Lowery |Margarita Engle |Edel Rodriguez |Gloria Chao

It’s easy to associate read-aloud time with small children sitting criss-cross applesauce on a brightly colored rug with a friendly librarian sharing a picture book with rapt audiences, but it’s far past time we start recognizing that all ages benefit from classroom read alouds. Teenagers especially love to hear books read out loud to them. Here’s a list of perfect high school read alouds to get you started.

Sep 10, 2024 | publishersweekly.com | Emma Kantor |Margarita Engle |Erin Kelly |Shifa Safadi

The National Book Foundation has revealed the 2024 National Book Award longlist for Young People’s Literature. The five finalists will be named on October 1, and the winner will be announced during the 75th awards ceremony on November 20 in New York City. The 2024 longlist for Young People’s Literature: Ariel Crashes a Train by Olivia A.

Apr 1, 2024 | simonteen.com | Simon Teen |Margarita Engle

We have an AMAZING group of must-read books coming out this April! With everything from a highly-anticipated novella to a gorgeous contemporary novel in verse, there’s something for everyone on this list. Which of these books are you most looking forward to reading?

Sep 14, 2023 | simonteen.com | Saleena Nival |Margarita Engle |Jennifer De Leon |Lilliam Rivera

As a person of Hispanic descent, Hispanic Heritage Month is such an important time for me and so many others to celebrate the many cultures of Hispanic countries. From September 15 to October 15, I’ll be reaching for books that represent my Latin culture. These are must-reads written by Hispanic authors, featuring Hispanic characters, perfect for Hispanic Heritage Month.