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Daka Hermon

Daka Hermon was born in Tennessee and spent her childhood huddled under a blanket with a flashlight, reading and writing fairy-tale and fantasy stories. She graduated from Agnes Scott College with a bachelor’s degree in English literature/creative writing. She loves sweet tea, chocolate, cupcakes, and collecting superhero toys and paraphernalia. She is currently a staff writer on Marvel’s Spidey and His Amazing Friends on Disney Junior.
Marvel's Storm: Disaster Alert! (National Geographic Kids Readers, Level 1)
Marvel's Spider-Man Bugs Out! (National Geographic Kids Readers, Level 1)

Books

Marvel's Storm: Disaster Alert! (National Geographic Kids Readers, Level 1)
Marvel's Spider-Man Bugs Out! (National Geographic Kids Readers, Level 1)

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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