Vanessa Brantley-Newton
2) Just like me
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There are all kinds of girls! Girls who feel happy, sad, scared, powerful; girls who love their bodies and girls who don't; country girls, city girls; girls who love their mom and girls who wish they had a daddy. With bright portraits in vibrant colors and unique patterns and fabrics, this book invites you to find yourself within its pages.--inside front cover.
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Black Authors: Board and Picture Books (SCPL-YS)
Picture Books About Black Joy
RLG Diverse Stories
Toddlers
Picture Books About Black Joy
RLG Diverse Stories
Toddlers
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"When Grandma Mimi comes to visit, her granddaughter cannot wait to see what treasures she has hidden in her purse"--Provided by publisher.
5) Rock star
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Jada Jones volume 1
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English
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Fourth-grader Jada's best friend moved away but a class project on rocks and minerals, her favorite topic, could mean new friends. For Jada, rocks are easier to find than friends. Or are they?
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Celebrate Thanksgiving
OBD Thanksgiving - YOUTH
Thanksgiving and Gratitude Kids 2022
Thanksgiving Books For Kids
OBD Thanksgiving - YOUTH
Thanksgiving and Gratitude Kids 2022
Thanksgiving Books For Kids
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Emily Ann learns about the meaning of Thanksgiving when her family gathers around the dinner table.
9) Class act
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Jada Jones volume 2
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English
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Jada's campaign for class representative leads to rumors about her fear of public speaking, the pressure to make promises she cannot keep, and conflict between friends.
11) Let freedom sing
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Simple poetry pays tribute to African Americans who struggled for civil rights.
13) One love
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In this illustrated version of Bob Marley's song, a young girl enlists her friends, family, and community to transform their neighborhood for the better.
15) Sky watcher
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Jada Jones volume 5
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English
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Jada is excited to do a school project about her hero Dr. Mae C. Jemison until her research reveals how accomplished her hero truly is, making Jada feel like a failure in comparison.
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Mary had a little glam volume 2
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English
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"Fashion-forward Mary is known for adding flair everywhere she goes. When she spots an abandoned lot in her neighborhood, Mary knows she can use her stylish talent to spruce it up. Soon she's rallying neighborhood shops and calling on her friends to help. With Mary leading the way, this group carries out her little plan that has a big impact on her community!" --
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Hannah Sparkles volume 2
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English
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Enthusiastic Hannah Sparkles is overjoyed to start first grade, and learns along the way that sometimes being a good listener is the best way to be a good friend.