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Ashley Eckstein

Ashley Eckstein is a voice-over artist, actress, and entrepreneur. She is the voice of Ahsoka Tano on Star Wars: The Clone Wars and Star Wars Rebels and is also the founder of Her Universe—a fangirl fashion company and lifestyle brand. She was recently chosen by Good Housekeeping magazine as one of their 25 Awesome Women for 2016. Ashley is a recognized personality in the “geek world” and an in-demand actress and host starring in several TV specials, live shows, events and videos for Disney, HSN, Cartoon Network, MTV, Xbox, Nerdist, Comic-Con HQ, and more.

Books

I Am a Padawan (Star Wars)

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 – Elementary School titles  

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Mental Health Awareness Month Resources

May is Mental Health Awareness Month and addressing student wellness and mental health is critical to help children learn how to manage emotions, develop healthy identities, empathize with peers, and pursue individual goals. We created thematic guides and book lists to help foster important conversations to build an inclusive environment where emotions matter. Explore our social emotional

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