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In 'New Kid,' a Black seventh grader navigates a new school

NPR's Book of the Day

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Jerry Craft shares his frustrating experience with his graphic novel, New Kid, being challenged in Texas and discusses the main character, Jordan Banks, a Black 7th grader navigating an elite private school.

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