Best Choice for Emerging Scholars

Personally, I would recommend having them read Black and White. This book contains many issues that are still dealt with throughout the country and might give them a better understanding of some of these issues. Issues with race and prejudice are still faced in schools and this book would be a fairly decent representation of a real life situation other than the fact that the ending may disappoint. The students could also discuss their feelings towards the book as a way to voice their opinions as well. This could lead into a constructive discussion on negative stereotypes and how they make students feel. There are many issues dealt with in this book that are represented fairly and unfairly, which makes it a great catalyst for conversation.