Lupita Nyong'o landed a role in her first major movie before she even graduated from Yale's acting school. From winning an Oscar for her performance in 12 Years a Slave to elevating unheard voices in her Broadway debut, this Kenyan-Mexican actor has certainly made a name for herself. But that's just the start for the groundbreaking woman. Both in front of the camera and on a stage, Lupita is a role model for children and works to stand up for the rights of women everywhere. And this star is determined to accomplish even more in her life. Learn all about Lupita's journey as an actor, role model, and more.
Sometimes a person with epilepsy might start to twitch or fall down. Uh-oh, it’s an emergency! Prepare young learners to empathetically understand and care for a friend with an epileptic seizure. Learn what’s happening, how to be a helper, and ways to keep your friend safe. A bright design and carefully crafted text takes fear out of emergencies to make them easier to understand.
Throughout U.S. history, many groups of people have had to fight for their civil rights—and many are still fighting today. Black Lives Matter protesters work to bring safety to everyone regardless of race. Women have fought for the right to vote but still struggle for further equality. Explore how these groups and others fight for civil rights. Dyslexic-friendly font and design in this curricular hi-lo series makes current events approachable for all!
Sometimes a person with autism might become so overwhelmed they have a hard time controlling themselves. Uh-oh, it’s an emergency! Prepare young readers to empathetically understand and care for a friend with autism who is in distress. Learn what’s happening, how to be a helper, and ways to keep your friend safe and calm. A bright design and carefully crafted text takes fear out of emergencies to make them easier to understand.
