Key People, Books, Themes, and Characters

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Who is Pam Burton?

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Creator of the study guide, associated with the Kentucky Association for Academic Competition.

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Who is Donna Barba Higuera?

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Author of 'The Last Cuentista,' a Newbery Medal winner in 2022.

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Who is Tae Keller?

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Author of 'When You Trap a Tiger,' a Newbery Medal winner in 2021.

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What is 'The Last Cuentista' about?

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A story about a girl named Petra who becomes the last storyteller in a dystopian future.

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What is 'When You Trap a Tiger' about?

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A tale of a girl named Lily who encounters a tiger that offers her a chance to save her grandmother.

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What is 'New Kid' about?

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A graphic novel about Jordan Banks navigating life as a Black student in a predominantly white school.

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What theme is explored in 'New Kid'?

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Identity and Belonging, through Jordan's experiences at Riverdale Academy.

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What theme is highlighted in 'When You Trap a Tiger'?

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Cultural Heritage, as Lily connects with her Korean roots.

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What theme is central to 'The Last Cuentista'?

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Family and Sacrifice, as Petra fights for her family's survival.

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Who is Petra Pena?

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Protagonist of 'The Last Cuentista' who wants to be a storyteller.