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#1 AMAZON NEW RELEASE & Amazon Bestseller in 7 Categories!Listen to Black women and Black girls. Navigating predominantly white institutions (PWI) as a young Black girl provides amazing opportunities as well as challenging experiences. The poems, anecdotes, and entries found in this book seek to provide support and guidance for Black girls in PWI's and are written by Black girls and women who are current or past attendees of PWI's. Hair, friendship, dating, motivation, information, racism, self-esteem - nothing is off limits.Fans of Black Lives Matter books The Hate U Give by Angie Thomas, Dear Martin by Nic Stone, and The Poet X by Elizabeth Acevedo will love this non-fiction look at life as a Black girls in white schools by girls who have lived it.This non-fiction book for kids and young adults is edited by Diversity, Equity and Inclusion activist and teen author Olivia V.G. Clarke. Selections from the following writers, poets and leaders: ¿ Gabrielle Clarke¿ Marissa Glonek¿ Yolanda Durden¿ Soraya Patterson¿ Lydia Patterson¿ Aminah Aliu¿ Tiara McKinney¿ Tiia McKinney¿ Makayla Terrell¿ Ndeye Thioubou¿ Sarah Holston¿ Katie Quander¿ Courtney Pascol¿ McKenzie Stringer¿ Gabby Anthony¿ Ka'Isis Lee *Now Available: A matching journal for a writing space of Black girls and a separate ally journal for Non-Black POCs and white allies.

The youngest Disney fans can discover the joy of reading with Tiana, Rapunzel, Ariel, and the rest of the Disney princesses. This introduction to short vowel sounds is meant for beginning readers who know and love these characters. Familiar stories and simple text will motivate and inspire early learners to practice sounding out words. This collection includes five Disney princess stories written specifically to help children learn short vowel sounds. It also includes fun practice activities for sharpening phonics skills.

The inspiring biography of the incredibly talented Rita Moreno, actor in and executive producer of Steven Speilberg's upcoming West Side Story. "An inspirational title for young elementary children. This energetic, illustrated biography honors her determined spirit with colorful exuberance."?School Library Journal (starred review)When young Rosita moved from Puerto Rico to the mainland United States, she didn't know what to expect?but she knew she loved to sing and dance. Working to overcome the language barrier and bullying she experienced in a strange new country, Rita eventually made her way to Hollywood with a dream to be a star. There, she fought to be seen and heard and eventually reached the pinnacle of success, landing her iconic role in West Side Story and, finally, winning her groundbreaking Oscar.Brought to life by the bold and vibrant illustrations of New York Times bestselling illustrator Leo Espinosa (Islandborn), and lyrical text of Pura Belpré Honor winner Anika Aldamuy Denise (Planting Stories), this gorgeous tribute to the life and career of the first Latinx person to have earned an Emmy, Grammy, Oscar, and Tony award will inspire little dreamers everywhere.Informative author's note and timeline also included.A Spanish-language edition is also available.Praise for Anika Aldamuy Denise:?[Anika's] lyrical text, sprinkled like fairy dust with Spanish words, begs to be read aloud.??New York Times Book Review on Planting Stories

Teen lacrosse player Rachel Zietz takes an entrepreneurship course and realizes she can blend the worlds of business and fun by creating a lacrosse equipment company. Follow Rachel's Little Launchers story to see how she does it!"Rachel Turns Her Passion Into a Business" is a story about the entrepreneurial journey of Rachel Zietz, real-life founder and CEO of lacrosse equipment company Gladiator Lacrosse.The Little Launchers book series showcases the true stories of real kid entrepreneurs who have started and continue to manage real businesses. The goal of the series is to inspire children everywhere to think creatively and solve the problems they see around them. This book, about Rachel Zietz, is one of four in the series! ADVANCE PRAISE: "Rachel's success story is impressive in so many ways. The fact that she was so young when she followed her dream makes it even more so. Stories like these show the opportunities available to people, no matter their age, if they follow their passions."-- Steve Stenersen, President and CEO, US Lacrosse "The Little Launchers series brings concepts like self-efficacy and courage capital to a new and vital audience through relatable, understandable characters. Any little girl can find in Rachel a model of how to move through spaces of uncertainty with entrepreneurial action -- taking that first step, then another, and another. This series is a must-read for current and future entrepreneurs of all ages!"-- Susan Duffy, Executive Director, Center for Women's Entrepreneurial Leadership, Babson College "An inspiring read for every young kid! Rachel's story demonstrates innovation and perseverance in building a fantastic business at scale. The Little Launchers series at large showcases diverse and true stories that demonstrate that entrepreneurship can begin at any age, and it helps young readers visualize the impact they can have on our world. Bringing value to market is the most practical skill set to learn -- the earlier the better -- and this series teaches that concept in a refreshing, kid-friendly way."-- Frederick Townes, Co-founder and COO, Placester and Techstars Alumnus

Originally published: New York: Scholastic Inc., 1988.

It's Great to Be a Girl! tells your daughter everything she needs to know from a Christian viewpoint about the body changes she can expect during puberty and how to handle them, including tips on hygiene, hair care, makeup, nutrition, exercise, and more.

Learn about the life of Jane Goodall, a pioneering scientist who became the world expert on chimpanzees, in this early reader biography. Jane Goodall was the first person to study wild chimpanzees up close in a rain forest. She befriended the chimps and discovered amazing facts about their behaviors. What she learned forever changed how people look at these animals.Beginning readers will learn about the milestones in Jane Goodall's life in this Level Two I Can Read biography. This biography includes a timeline and photos all about the life of this inspiring scientist.This biography reader includes a timeline and historical photos all about the life of this inspiring figure.Jane Goodall: A Champion of Chimpanzees is a Level Two I Can Read, geared for kids who read on their own but still need a little help. Whether shared at home or in a classroom, the engaging stories, longer sentences, and language play of Level Two books are proven to help kids take their next steps toward reading success.

A would-be queen. A handsome young king. A perfect match...or is it?From the #1 New York Times bestselling author of the Selection series comes The Betrothed, a glittering royal romance sure to captivate her legion of loyal readers and lovers of courtly intrigue alike.When King Jameson declares his love for Lady Hollis Brite, Hollis is shocked--and thrilled. After all, she's grown up at Keresken Castle, vying for the king's attention alongside other daughters of the nobility. Capturing his heart is a dream come true.But Hollis soon realizes that falling in love with a king and being crowned queen may not be the happily ever after she thought it would be. And when she meets a commoner with the mysterious power to see right into her heart, she finds that the future she really wants is one that she never thought to imagine.

Kitty desires to change traditions and way of thinking of those around her. For hundreds of ofyears, sushi has been considered an art, crafted and dominated only by men. Kitty's aspirations tempt her into a quandary that could affect her and her entire family forever. Sushi Kitty brings the reader on a journey of how one's determination can influence one's dream into a reality. Fans of A Single Shard and the movie Brave will be taken in by her restricted world and cheer her on as she proves that her determination and passion of a true sushi champion.

"Climb aboard the Jungle Cruise and get ready for the adventure of a lifetime. Featuring terrifying tigers, mysterious ruins, and the eighth wonder of the world, readers can experience Disney Parks' world-famous Jungle Cruise attraction like never before"--Publisher marketing.

Is your girl for ready for an enlightening journey of self-discovery and empowerment? Then, she's going to love every page of "It's Good For A Girl To Know Who She Is." She won't want to put it down. This comprehensive guide takes preteen girls on a transformative adventure through the unique and personal town of YOUston, led by quirky and fun expert girl guides Melissa, Myah, and Iko.Unlocking the secrets to confidence and self-awareness, this book offers an array of puzzles, quizzes, and interactive activities meticulously crafted to reveal the unique qualities and strengths within each reader. Girls dive into the intricacies of personality and style, and come away with a deeper understanding and appreciation of themselves and others.Perfect for girls aged 8-11, "It's Good For A Girl To Know Who She Is" serves as an invaluable resource for personal growth and empowerment. Girls can work through these pages independently, as a mother-daughter duo with a nurturing mom or mom-like figure, or in a fun supportive group setting. Either way, this guide offers a safe and engaging space for exploration and revelation-and so much fun.Give this book as a gift and watch your reader grow to cultivate confidence, self-esteem, resilience, and a sense of belonging as she navigates through the empowering landscapes of YOUston. Help her discover the joy of embracing her true identity and beauty, while celebrating her own uniqueness and the diversity of those around her.Your girl is guaranteed to laugh, grow, and have so much fun as she works through the pages of "It's Good For A Girl To Know Who She Is." It's a journey of self-discovery that will create lasting memories, and important life lessons that will resonate for a lifetime.

Join Destiny the Fresh Princess in her second adventure! Based on The Fresh Prince created by Will Smith. Now that Destiny settled in to her new neighborhood, she is on her way to the next big thing: a new school!Destiny loves everything about school, but when she shows up to Paul Robeson Prep, it's bigger than she ever imagined, the uniforms are plain, and all her friends already have a ?thing.? Destiny suddenly doesn't feel so fresh and wonders how she'll ever stand out. That's when she notices something super cool about her uniform jacket...Will Destiny find a way to make her mark?Written by celebrated author, blogger, and editor Denene Millner and illustrated by Gladys Jose, Fresh Princess: Style Rules! is the perfect book to encourage kids to be creative, be smart, and most importantly, be themselves!Perfect for fans of Juno Valentine created by Eva Chen and Fancy Nancy created by Jane O'Connor.

"[This book] gives you the tools to make the transition into high school painless and fun. You will learn how to release your fears, ditch stress and anxiety, set personal boundaries, and play to your strengths while transforming your goals into a vision for your future"--Amazon.com.

Is it too late? Purple Stella wants to know if she should even try to follow her dreams! She wants to be a gymnast, a skater, a pianist, but she's already 8 years old! Should she even try when all the stars she hears about started when they were 5, 4, 3 years old?

"Originally published as Mother Tongue in 2019 in Ireland by Little Island Books."

Sydlynn Hayle has finally done it. Despite the fact her coven leader mother and demon father almost guarantee she'll be an outcast forever, Syd has finally made friends. More than that, the captain of the football team wants to be her boyfriend. So why is it then, even though an ordinary life is all she's ever wanted, Syd is so attracted to fellow witch Quaid Moromond? When an ancient power is freed and turned loose to ravage the town of Wilding Springs, Syd does her best to help her family fight while keeping her own goals in mind. Too bad the mysterious Chosen of the Light have other ideas in mind--ideas that will lead to her family's destruction.