When it comes to literature, teaching the classics is important. But it's a good idea to add contemporary titles to your curriculum, too, especially if your students sometimes have trouble connecting with older texts.
That’s why we created the Discovering Literature collection, a curated selection of noteworthy books that are capturing the attention of teachers and students across the country.
In this month’s Discovering Literature Digest, you’ll find fascinating stories of people rising to face challenges. From saving a magical kingdom from destruction to embarking on a journey down the uncertain road of entrepreneurship, these stories will surely inspire your students.
The Fountains of Silence
Written by bestselling author Ruta Sepetys, The Fountains of Silence tells a story of love and secrets in Spain during the fascist dictatorship of Francisco Franco. In 1957, Daniel, the son of an American oil tycoon, arrives in Madrid with his parents hoping to connect with the country through photography. He soon meets Ana, a hotel maid whose family lives in fear under Franco’s rule. As the pair explore Madrid, they uncover a dark secret hidden underneath its picturesque surface.
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Shoe Dog: Young Reader's Edition
In this young reader’s edition of Shoe Dog, Nike founder and board chairman Phil Knight chronicles his transformative journey from a high school track star to the leader of a multimillion-dollar company. Although he encountered risks and setbacks, Knight kept one thing in mind: Whatever happens, don’t stop. This edition includes a new introduction and “A Letter to the Young Reader” containing sage advice from Knight for young entrepreneurs.
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A Curse So Dark and Lonely
The heir to the kingdom of Emberfall, Prince Rhen is cursed to repeat the autumn of his eighteenth year, transforming into a vicious beast each time. After years of torment, Rhen had given up hope—until Harper arrived. Magically whisked away to Emberfall from the streets of Washington, D.C., Harper is unsure of her role in this enchanted land. But as she spends more time with Rhen and his subjects, she realizes that dark forces are working to destroy Emberfall. In this contemporary reimagining of Beauty and the Beast, Rhen and Harper must work together to break the curse and save the kingdom.
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Dry
A cautionary tale, Dry offers a harrowing look into a future marred by climate change. In California, extreme drought has changed the rules of water usage: no watering the lawn, no long showers, no filling up pools. Alyssa has gotten used to the situation—until the taps run dry. Suddenly, Alyssa’s quiet suburban street spirals into chaos as neighbors turn against each other on the hunt for water. When her parents go missing and her brother’s life is threatened, Alyssa must make impossible choices if they’re going to survive.
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Find even more exciting books in the Discovering Literature collection!