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S. Epatha Merkerson

S. Epatha Merkerson is an American actress best known for her work on Law & Order (1993–2010). She has garnered a Golden Globe, an Emmy, a Screen Actors Guild Award, an Obie, and four NAACP Image Awards. She also works as a narrator whose credits include Getting to Happy by Terry McMillan and Maniac Magee by Jerry Spinelli.

Books for Hispanic & Latine Heritage Month

This Hispanic & Latine Heritage Month (and beyond!), we’re celebrating authors, creators, and illustrators from the Hispanic and Latine community. Join us in uplifting their voices and stories by bringing them into your classroom. Find a full collection of Elementary School titles here.

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