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Prince Harry, Meghan Markle sing Happy Birthday in surprise visit to family of Uvalde school shooting victim

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Prince Harry, Meghan Markle sing Happy Birthday in surprise visit to family of Uvalde school shooting victim

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle paid a surprise visit Saturday to the family of a beloved teacher who was killed in the Uvalde school shooting. The Sussexes celebrated and joined in the birthday festivities for fourth-grade teacher Irma Garcia’s sister, Claudia Martinez, during their Texas trip. Garcia died trying to protect her students inside Robb … Read more

Demand skyrockets for kids’ books addressing violence, trauma

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Demand skyrockets for kids’ books addressing violence, trauma

CHICAGO — As the new school year swings into gear, some students carry heavier worries than keeping up with homework: Demand has been growing steadily for children’s books that address traumatic events such as school shootings. Sales of books for young readers on violence, grief, and emotions have increased for nine straight years, with nearly … Read more