They Called Us Enemy
by George Takei, Justin Eisinger, Steven Scott, and Harmony Becker • Related Edition: Spanish-Language
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- Grade
- 7-12
- Genre
- Biography
- Graphic Novel
- Nonfiction
- Cultural Experience
- LGBTQ+
- Asian American
Year Published 2019
Word Count 13,653
- Text Complexity
- Lexile Level: 680L
- ATOS Reading Level: 4.6
- AR Quiz Numbers
- Quiz 504407, 2 AR Points
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- Curricular Area
- English Language Arts
- History
- Social Studies
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About the Authors 8
Audio Name Pronunciation with Harmony Becker
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Author Interviews 19
Interview with George Takei
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Interview with Harmony Becker
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Interview with Justin Eisinger
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Interview with Steven Scott
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Interview with Harmony Becker
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September 25, 2019 interview with George Takei
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Interview with George Takei
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Nonfiction Read and Respond Multi-Leveled Lesson
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Story Map Multi-Leveled Lesson
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Cultural Representation Reflection
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Graphic Novel / Graphic Format Multi-Leveled Lesson
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Book Readings 1
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Awards & Distinctions 8
ALSC Notable Children's Books, 1995-2024
Commended, 2020
Eisner Awards, 2011-2024
Winner, 2020
Great Graphic Novels for Teens, 2007-2024
Commended, 2020
CCBC Choices
Selection, 2020
SLJ Best Books of the Year, 2010 - 2023
Selection, 2019
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