Redd, Nancy Amanda
Summary: As family members braid, brush, twirl, roll, and tighten their hair before bedtime, putting on kerchiefs, wave caps, and other protective items, the little sister cannot find her bonnet.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Random House 2020
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1 available in Juvenile Easy, Call number: JE REDCopies Available at Woodmere
1 available in Juvenile Easy, Call number: JE REDKendi, Ibram X.
Summary: Born to parents who fled slavery and the Trail of Tears, Magnolia Flower is a girl with a vibrant spirit. Not to be deterred by rigid ways of the world, she longs to connect with others, who too long for freedom. She finds this in a young man of letters who her father disapproves of. In her quest to be free, Magnolia must make a choice and set off on a journey that will prove just how brave one...
Format: sound recording-nonmusical
Publisher / Publication Date: [Library Ideas LLC] 2022
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1 available in Juvenile Audiobooks, Call number: J READ-ALONG KENPinkney, Andrea Davis
Summary: Brimming with love and affirmation, this sweet board book shows bright brown baby girls and little ones everywhere that they can do anything. With bouncing, rhythmic text from New York Times bestselling author Andrea Davis Pinkney and tender, charming illustrations from Caldecott Honor and Coretta Scott King Award-winning illustrator Brian Pinkney, this inspirational ode is the perfect way to...
Format: text
Publisher / Publication Date: Cartwheel Books, an imprint of Scholastic 2023
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1 available in Juvenile Easy, Call number: BOARD PINGiovanni, Nikki
Summary: In what other place can a child "sail their dreams" and "surf the rainbow" without ever leaving the room? This ode to libraries is a celebration for everyone who loves stories, from seasoned readers to those just learning to love words, and it will have kids and parents alike imagining where their library can take them. This inspiring read-aloud includes stunning illustrations and a note from...
Format: sound recording-nonmusical
Publisher / Publication Date: [Library Ideas, LLC] 2023
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1 available in Juvenile Audiobooks, Call number: J READ ALONG GIOBingham, Winsome
Summary: Granny teaches her young grandson how to cook the family meal, in this celebration of food, traditions, and gathering together at the table. Includes recipe for baked macaroni and cheese.
Format: text
Publisher / Publication Date: Abrams Books for Young Readers 2021
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2 available in Juvenile Easy, Call number: JE BINWalker, Tricia Elam
Summary: "Real-life cousins pay gorgeous homage to the street they grew up on and the loving community that made their childhood special"--
Format: text
Publisher / Publication Date: Anne Schwartz Books 2021
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1 available in Juvenile Easy, Call number: JE WALArmand, Glenda
Summary: As Frances helps her grandmother with New Year's Day dinner, Grandma teachers her the origins of the different dishes and soul food they prepare together. Includes a recipe for Fay's Fabulous Pralines.
Format: text
Publisher / Publication Date: Crown Books for Young Readers 2022
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1 available in Juvenile Easy, Call number: JE ARMSellers, Bakari
Summary: "When you meet someone for the first time, they might ask, "Who are your people?" and "Where are you from?" In these pages is a timeless celebration of the individuals and experiences that help shape young children into the most remarkable and unique beings that they can be"--Jacket flap.
Format: text
Publisher / Publication Date: Quill Tree Books, an imprint of HarperCollinsPublishers 2021
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1 available in Juvenile, Call number: JE SELBarton, Chris
Summary: A cool idea with a big splash. You know the Super Soaker. It’s one of top twenty toys of all time. And it was invented entirely by accident. Trying to create a new cooling system for refrigerators and air conditioners, impressive inventor Lonnie Johnson instead created the mechanics for the iconic toy. A love for rockets, robots, inventions, and a mind for creativity began early in Lonnie...
Format: sound recording-nonmusical
Publisher / Publication Date: Findaway World, LLC 2020
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Summary: "Ty turns an ordinary day in the sandbox into a fun beach day. He wiggles his toes in the sand, finds seashells, builds a castle, and splashes in the ocean. When his neighbor's beach ball flies into his backyard, Ty learns that a beach day is even better with a friend"--
Format: text
Publisher / Publication Date: Harper, an imprint of HarperCollinsPublishers 2021
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1 available in Juvenile, Call number: JBR GREEN LYOSmith, Nikkolas
Summary: Motivated by the realization of global inequities, a young boy embraces his dual identities as an artist and activist, becoming an "Artivist" to make a difference by using his viral mural as a catalyst for positive change.
Format: text
Publisher / Publication Date: 2023
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1 available in New Youth Materials, Call number: JE SMICopies Available at Woodmere
1 available in Juvenile Easy, Call number: JE SMIMeadows, Michelle
Summary: "A young Black equestrian and her pony enjoy the changing seasons of the year on a family horse farm"--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Beginner Books, a division of Random House 2023
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1 available in Beginning Readers - New Reader (Green), Call number: JBR GREEN MEAMoore, Tanisia
Summary: A child discovers his distinguished heritage through the achievements of Black leaders from sports, entertainment, law and leadership.
Format: text
Publisher / Publication Date: 2023
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1 available in Juvenile Easy, Call number: JE MOOPolacco, Patricia
Summary: Soon after her beloved grandmother's death, Trisha's family moves to a diverse California neighborhood where she meets Stewart and his grandmother, Miss Eula, who brings people together to help a grieving neighbor.
Format: text
Publisher / Publication Date: G.P. Putnam's Sons 2018
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1 available in Juvenile Easy, Call number: JE Fiction Polacco 2018Copies Available at Peninsula
1 available in Juvenile, Call number: JE POLCopies Available at East Bay
1 available in Juvenile Easy, Call number: JE POLLiu-Trujillo, Robert
Summary: Art and his dad venture to their local farmer's market to find fresh ingredients to make a juice that will help Dad overcome his cold, and learn that staying healthy takes carrots, collards, cayenne, and community. Includes recipe for cold-clobbering juice.
Format: text
Publisher / Publication Date: Lee & Low Books, Inc. 2023
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Place a hold to request this item.Elbee, Viviane
Summary: Daryl does not want to share his favorite dinosaur book, so when it is time to bring it back to the library he uses all his dinosaur skills to get it back until a friendly librarian encourages him to share.
Format: text
Publisher / Publication Date: Little Bee Books 2022
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1 available in Juvenile Easy, Call number: JE ELBKeats, Ezra Jack
Summary: The adventures of a little boy in the city on a very snowy day.
Format: text
Publisher / Publication Date: 2011
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1 available in Juvenile Easy, Call number: JE KEACopies Available at Interlochen
1 available in Foreign Language, Call number: JE Set Spanish Keats 1962Curry, Parker
Summary: "Parker writes letters to her friend Gia while she travels across the U.S. and visits states such as Georgia and New Mexico"--
Format: text
Publisher / Publication Date: Simon Spotlight 2022
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1 available in Beginning Readers - New Reader (Green), Call number: JBR GREEN CURTheresa Tha S.O.N.G.B.I.R.D.
Summary: "A celebration of the meaning of Blackness"--
Format: text
Publisher / Publication Date: Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers 2023
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1 available in Juvenile Easy, Call number: JE THEArmand, Glenda
Summary: During the Great Migration in 1930's Louisiana, eight-year-old Jenny tries to understand why a man named Jim Crow is making trouble for her family.
Format: text
Publisher / Publication Date: Scholastic Press 2023
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1 available in Juvenile Easy, Call number: JE ARMGehl, Laura
Summary: May is the founder and sole owner of Word Saver, Inc. She solves problems on her own. However, when a tornado threatens the town, May quickly realizes that teamwork may be the word of the day.--
Format: text
Publisher / Publication Date: Capstone Editions, a Capstone imprint 2020
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1 available in Juvenile Easy, Call number: JE GEHMcDaniel, Breanna J.
Summary: "A young girl lifts her hands up in a series of everyday moments before finally raising her hands in resistance at a protest march"--
Format: text
Publisher / Publication Date: Dial Books for Young Readers 2019
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1 available in Juvenile Easy, Call number: JE MCDCopies Available at Peninsula
1 available in Juvenile, Call number: JE MCDhooks, bell
Summary: The skin I'm in is just a covering. It cannot tell my story. The skin I'm in is just a covering. If you want to know who I am, you have got to come inside and open your heart way wide. Celebrating all that makes us unique and different, [this book] offers new ways to talk about race and identity. Race matters, but only so much-- what's most important is who we are on the inside. Looking beyond...
Format: text
Publisher / Publication Date: Disney/Jump at the Sun 2017
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1 available in Juvenile Easy, Call number: JE HOOWithers, Bill
Summary: "Bill Withers's 1977 feel-good hit 'Lovely Day' is famous for bringing listeners joy, even on the darkest of days. The song's joyful energy is brought to life in this beautiful picture book inspired by Withers's timeless lyrics! Young readers will delight in following the story of a young brother and sister who always find a way to make each other smile, no matter the challenges the day may...
Format: text
Publisher / Publication Date: Scholastic Inc. 2023