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I first came across The Hero Next Door when I was checking our library system to see if R.J. Palacio had any books we hadn’t yet read. Short stories are rarely my thing, but a short story anthology about everyday heroes–many of them kids–is balm to the soul in today’s world, and given that I recognized at least 5 of the contributing authors (two of which are Newbery winners), I took the plunge.
And? It was completely worth it. Give this to your kids, students, nieces, nephews, grandkids, godkids, whomever, because I cried, I laughed out loud, and reading it made my heart happy. Now I want to go look at what else has been published in partnership with We Need Diverse Books, because what better way to showcase unity through diversity than to show kids of all ages, backgrounds, and cultures needing and being heroes?
In other news, last night’s band concert was a fun one, and today? Not only did I get to go to the temple, but I saw my aunt and uncle while I was there. Win-win! Now, let’s all cross our fingers for the kiddos’ piano recital tomorrow…