Me and Banksy by Tanya Lloyd Kyi vs. The Lion of Mars by Jennifer L. Holm
Me and Banksy is our pick for this round. It features Dominica, a relatable and likeable protagonist, who is forced to confront her pseudo-dictator of a principal and the inner struggle to do what is right in the face of danger. The Lion of Mars tells the story of Bell, a boy who has grown up on Mars his whole life. The book dives into themes of belonging, family, and redemption.
Me and Banksy is definitely the more relatable story for junior high/high school students. It also connects to themes of current societal issues regarding technology vs. surveillance, the proliferation of cyber-bullying, and of standing up for one's beliefs against those in power.
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