Radiant
by Vaunda Micheaux Nelson
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- Grade
- 3-8
- Genre
- Historical Fiction
- Poetry
- Cultural Experience
- African American
Year Published 2025
Word Count 21,148
- Text Complexity
- Lexile Level: 510L
- ATOS Reading Level: 3.4
- AR Quiz Numbers
- Quiz 552658, 3 AR Points
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- Curricular Area
- English Language Arts
- History
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Audio Name Pronunciation with Vaunda Micheaux Nelson
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In-depth Written Interview with Vaunda Micheaux Nelson
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Cultural Representation Reflection
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Story Map Multi-Leveled Lesson
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Historical Fiction Multi-Leveled Lesson
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Poetry Multi-Leveled Lesson
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Vocabulary Graphic Organizers
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Comprehension Graphic Organizers
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Book Guides, Activities & Lessons 5
Cultural Representation Reflection
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Story Map Multi-Leveled Lesson
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Historical Fiction Multi-Leveled Lesson
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Poetry Multi-Leveled Lesson
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Comprehension Graphic Organizers
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Book Readings 1
Audiobook Excerpt narrated by Vaunda Micheaux Nelson
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Vocabulary Resources 1
Vocabulary Graphic Organizers
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Awards & Distinctions 4
Notable Poetry Books and Verse Novels, 2011-2026
Selection, 2026
SLJ Best Books of the Year, 2010 - 2025
Selection, 2025
Junior Library Guild Selections, 2012-2025
Middle Selection, 2025
Recent Book Award Winners & Honorees
Middle Selection, 2025
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