What if a school’s mascot is seen as racist,but not by everyone? In this compelling middle-grade novel in versetwo best-selling BIPOC authors tackle this hot-button issue. A perfect book for future changemakers and activists seeking contemporary stories about systematic racism and empowering kids ages 10+ to fight for justice in their communities. In RyeVirginiajust outside WashingtonDCpeople work hardkids go to schooland football is big on Friday nights. An 8th grade English teacher creates an assignment for her class to debate whether RyeΓÇÖs mascot should stay or change. Now six middle schoolersΓÇöall with different backgrounds and beliefsΓÇöget involved in the contentious issue that already has the suburb turned upside down with everyone choosing sides and arguments getting ugly. Told from several perspectivesreaders see how each student comes to new understandings about identitytraditionand what it means to stand up for real change. An empowering middle-grade novelMascot is sure to inspire readers and start conversations in classrooms and communities across the country. \