Dallas’ Pick: I Survived True Stories: Five Epic Disasters by Lauren Tarshis I have read a few different I Survived books, which I do truly enjoy and recommend to most children that come in and say they enjoy historical events. I myself love history so no matter if it is Fiction or non-fiction I have…
Tag: History
Stingray Afternoons
Jane’s Pick: Stingray Afternoons by Steve Rushin Nice easy summer read – especially if you grew up in the 70s. Although technically a coming of age story, this book reads more like a stream of conscious nostalgia ride through various pop culture artifacts of 1970s Americana. Rushin hops from one item to the next, leap…
Hidden Figures
Alberto’s Pick: The movie Hidden Figures About African American female mathematicians who worked at the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) during the Space Race. The film shows us how the racial difference prevented the recognition of these illustrious ladies who made possible the successful trajectory of this organization. Director: Theodore Melfi Starring: Taraji P….
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