Beyond Words: Kwame Alexander builds critical literacy skills with this fascinating nonfiction reader designed to engage eighth grade students. Keep your students at the edge of their seats with content that will keep them enthralled from the first page to the last. Showcasing the work of the Kwame Alexander, this informational text examines the life of the author of the 2015 Newbery Medal. Aligned with state standards, Beyond Words: Kwame Alexander features complex and rigorous content appropriate for middle school students preparing for college and career readiness.