American Book Award Essays

The poem Beneath the Shadow of the Freeway written by Lorna Dee Cervantes, and the movie Hidden Figures originally a book written by Margot Lee Shetterly both convey the theme of empowerment to hard-working, strong women who can be just as smart and diligent as a man without the actual help of one. Both Dee Cervantes’ poem and Shetterly’s movie/book voice the importance of being strong willed as a women and making a life for yourself regardless your situation. Two concepts I found in these pieces

opportunities. The people there had no ambition to do anything or follow their dreams. She dreamt that “One day I will pack my bags of books and paper. One day I will say goodbye. To mango. I am too strong for her to keep me here forever.” (Cisneros, 110). She wanted to leave and she knew she could do it. She wanted to go to college, referring to the “bags of books and paper” emphasizing the need for a better educating, similar to that of Junior. Her community can’t hold her down. She knows that there

published in 1987 by Alfred A. Knopf, a division of Random House Inc., in New York. Toni Morrison’s “Beloved” was a finalist for the National Book Award in 1987. The novel won the Pulitzer Prize for Fiction, the American Book Awards, the Anisfield-Book Award, and the Frederic G. Melcher Book Award, all in the year 1988. This novel made a huge impact on African American history, and historical fiction, as it covers the struggle of freedom in early lives of slavery. At the beginning of the novel, Beloved

born on July 7, 1993 ,and raised in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Known as the ‘master of the art of narrative history’, is an American writer, narrator, historian and lecturer. David McCullough has twice received the Pulitzer Prize, for Truman and John Adams, and twice received the National Book Award, for The Path Between the Seas and Mornings on Horseback. His other acclaimed books include

Stephen King once said, “Get busy living, or get busy dying.” Stephen King, an american horror author, is considered by the masses to be one of the most influential authors of the late nineteenth and twentieth century. With at least 136 works from novels to novellas written, King has left a lasting impact on everyone all around the world. King combined horror with mystery to give readers a story to remember. Kings books not only appear in almost every library, but are shown through movies ranging

I'll Give You the Sun, is a beautiful, breathtaking novel written by Jandy Nelson. Noah and Jude are twins and the two main characters. Throughout the book it switches between each of their perspectives at different ages. Noah is 13-14 years old, and a bit odd, he doesn't talk to many people, is constantly painting pictures in his head and is struggling to come to terms with his sexuality. Years later, Jude is 16 and has changed dramatically after her mother's sudden death; trying to become invisible

“The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time”, which is written by Mark Haddon, is a book that is told through the perspective of Christopher Boone, a young boy with Asperger’s Syndrome. Christopher is the narrarator of the story, and he had to go through many difficulties however overcoming each and every obstacle. Haddon portrays the character of Christopher very effectively, despite him not being autistic. This is the way Haddon has Christopher react to certain social situations, the way

Mars, Women Are from Venus is a book that got famous among both the publishers and the readers around the globe. The book, Men Are from Mars, Women Are from Venus was written by an American author John Gray, Ph.D in 1992. He is a relationship expert and one of the most trusted voice in relationships today. He is an internationally recognized expert in the field of communication too. Up to now he has written seventeen books. Fifty million copies of these seventeen books have been sold out around the

Introduction The book: Black Macho And The Myth Of The Superwoman was written by Michele Wallace in 1979. Wallace (1979) posits that Black women were excluded from the rhetoric of The Civil Rights Movement and rejected by Black men for their perceived benefits during slavery. The writer details her experiences growing up in Harlem, New York as a Black middle-class woman, and how they motivated her to become a Black feminist and advocate for civil rights. She condemns Black men and The Civil Rights

Hansberry’s “A Raisin in the Sun” led a great quest for the Younger household. Raisin is set in subsidized housing in Southside Chicago, in which three Black female relatives live and interact with their brother, husband, and son Walter. African Americans were frowned upon before the writing of “A Raisin in the Sun”. However, it her notorious story provided individuals of multiple races new hope for life. In 2006, Diana Adesola Mafe provided the world with her opinion of “A Raisin in the Sun”. Diana

than seventy books and there are over 145 million copies of his books that are available in 62 languages. He is most well known for his book, The Hungry Caterpillar, but he has also created many other famous children's stories such as Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See?, The Artist Who Painted a Blue Horse, Rooster Off to See the World, and Draw Me a Star. He uses a unique collage technique to create his illustrations that captures the eyes of young children everywhere. His books have been used

identity, and police brutality. The book is important because it shines a light on the experiences of marginalized communities, particularly African Americans, and provides a platform for their voices to be heard. The story is a call to action for social justice and encourages readers to engage with important political issues. The book should not be banned because it is a valuable tool for educating young people and promoting empathy and understanding.

Standing there sweaty and tired after the last game of the season. You look over at the other team who did have tons of energy, not sweaty at all , and look like they did not try at all. They announce that your team got first but everyone still get a trophy. How would you feel to give a 100% and get the same trophy as a person who only gave 50%. There is a debate on should we give out participation trophies. Many people think everyone should get a trophy for going out there and trying. Others think

Participation Trophies the Good and the Bad Say you are in the last game of the season and you didn’t win any games this season but you still get a trophy, what do you do with it? This has been a large discussion that has spread it all started with a NFL linebacker James Harrison wouldn’t let his two sons take their participation as they ended their season. Participation trophies aren’t a good idea for many reasons. I don’t agree with handing out participation trophies for the following reasons…

A popular issue today, should kids get participation trophies for trying? One side says, “Yes they should get participation trophies”. While the other side declares “No they should not get trophies”. I believe that kids should not get the trophies. Not handing out trophies will help kids in many ways. I think that we should not hand out trophies for trying because it helps you realize that you are going to lose in life. It will teach you how to deal with losing so you don’t have to when you get older

The question is, “Should kids get a trophy for showing up?” I would have to say that they shouldn’t get a trophy for just showing up. What is the point of getting a trophy if you don’t actually do anything. I would agree that they ones that do show up and actually do something, should get a trophy, but to say if kids that show just show should get a trophy is something else. If someone were to play basketball and they didn’t do anything they shouldn’t be able participate in the sport, it is ridiculous

should achieve a medal or a trophy for participation. Some argue this can mend children’s expectations for the ‘real world.’ On the other hand, some believe this will affect the children positively if they do receive these awards. Children would benefit from receiving participation awards. This is because of self esteem, and equality. Kids would also be able to celebrate their achievements from an early age. Parker Abate, who wrote the article, In Youth Sports, Participation Trophies send

Should everyone in an event receive a participation award? In the text Pros and Cons: A Look At Participation Trophies For Youth Athletes by Travis Armideo, and In Defense of Participation Trophies: Why They Really Do Teach the Right Values by Lisa Hefferman both make similar points and help determine whether participation awards are necessary for young kids. They both explain the benefits of participation awards as well as acknowledging their flaws too such as how they affect kids and how they also

wrong kind of praise and undermines the success of the children, then they begin to believe they should be rewarded for insignificant tasks. Giving kid’s participation awards don’t benefit those who receive them. It gives the child the wrong kind of commendation when they receive the awards. Today kids in youth sports will acquire awards from any place first, last, and between. This sets an example for them getting that last place is satisfactory. However, people will say feelings won’t become hurt

awarded to youth athletes for simply showing up to practice and games. These awards loose their meaning when given to everyone. Trophies are used for extrinsic motivation. Awards given to youth athletes, when they don’t earn it, don’t prepare them for the real world. The "Trophies for All" policy makes it where all youth athletes receive participation trophies just for signing up to be on the team.            Participation awards loose their meaning. In Scope magazine's, "Should Everyone Get A Trophy