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Having accessible books to represent the real lives of teens they look up to has been so impactful.\r\n\r\nOutside of our units of study I find students gravitating towards these titles for their independent reading. I have heard students talks to one another about what they are learning is possible for people their own age.\r\n\r\nDonorsChoose and donations like your own have made a major impact for me as an educator and professional. 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