9th grade books about Interracial Dating
3 books commonly assigned to 9th grade students explore interracial dating— every title’s grade range covers 9th grade, so each is grade-appropriate by curriculum placement. Each links to its reading level, themes, and the curricula that cite it.
What this list holds: All 3 titles are cited by at least one US curriculum or award list for 9th grade, first published between 1959 and 1998. The most widely cited at this grade is If You Come Softly by Jacqueline Woodson (2 lists). Themes these books most often share besides interracial dating: family life (2).
3 9th grade books about interracial dating
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If You Come Softly
Jacqueline WoodsonCited in 2 curricula across 2 states, taught from grade 9 to 12. Also covers african americans, family life and schools.
Shadow of the Dragon
Sherry GarlandCited in 1 curriculum, taught from grade 9 to 12. Also covers gangs, vietnamese americans and family life.
A Taste of Honey
Shelagh DelaneyCited in 1 curriculum, taught from grade 9 to 10. Also covers plays, drama and teenage girls.
Interracial Dating books at other grades
Other 9th grade themes
Identity · Family · Friendship · Survival · Courage · Coming of Age · Power · Justice
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What interracial dating books are good for 9th grade students?
3 books exploring interracial dating have a grade range that covers 9th grade and are assigned across US-school curricula — Common Core exemplars, AP, IB, Cambridge, and state ELA standards. Each title on this page links to its full curriculum citations and reading level.
Are these interracial dating books grade-appropriate for 9th grade?
Every title's grade range covers 9th grade, so each is age-appropriate by curriculum placement. Check each book's themes and content notes before assigning.
How many interracial dating books are on the 9th grade list?
This page lists 3 9th grade titles about interracial dating, ordered by how many US curricula cite each one for this grade (ties alphabetical). The list expands as more curriculum references are verified.
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