SAMIRA AHMED: A Conversation About Internment, Part 1 [Ep 260]

Camp BNT is back for year three, and we’re kicking things off with bestselling author (and former high school English teacher!) Samira Ahmed. In this episode, Samira shares how her time in the classroom shaped her writing, the inspiration behind Internment, and how educators can use essential questions to spark powerful conversations. Plus, get a sneak peek at her upcoming projects—and hear why she’s so passionate about writing for teens. This is part one of a two-part conversation you won’t want to miss!Resources:Sign up for Camp BNTSummer Reading RescueInternment, by Samira AhmedLove, Hate & Other Filters, by Samira AhmedConnect with Samira:WebsiteInstagram: @sam_aye_ahmSamira’s booksRelated Episodes:Episode 155, Powerful Female Voices in YA Lit: An Interview with Yamile Saied MendezEpisode 157, Modern Folktales and Monsters: An Interview with Diana LopezEpisode 166, Lesson Plan Inspiration with Elizabeth Acevedo: An Interview DebriefSHOW NOTES: https://www.bravenewteaching.com/home/episode260"Send us a message - please include your contact information so we can chat soon!"Get your FREE Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs gateway lesson: shop.bravenewteaching.com/cloudyCheck out Curriculum Rehab here!Support the show📚 BNT PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT & RESOURCES 👩‍💻 Join Happy Hour! Curriculum Rehab Down with the Reading Quiz Shop the BNT Resource Library Connect with us on Instagram @bravenewteaching Subscribe to our YouTube Channel

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