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The perfect gift for the fantastic feminist in your life! An
inspiring, empowering, fantastically feminist and totally true
story, perfect for fans of Little People, Big Dreams and Goodnight
Stories for Rebel Girls. Meet the amazing Emma Watson:
fantastically feminist, incredibly inspiring and astonishing actor
and activist. The young Emma is clever, enthusiastic and at age
nine, wins a part in the world's biggest film series, Harry Potter.
She inspires millions with her portrayal of the much-loved Hermione
but it isn't long until Emma shows she is just as smart, brave and
determined in real life. She finds a passion for feminism and works
to stand up for fairness and equality, becoming an inspiring force
for girl power. This is the absolutely astonishing, fantastically
feminist and, best of all, totally true story of one amazingly
determined young woman.
Five starred reviews! In this beautifully reimagined story by NSK
Neustadt Laureate and New York Times bestselling author Cynthia
Leitich Smith (Muscogee Creek), Native American Lily and English
Wendy embark on a high-flying journey of magic, adventure, and
courage to a fairy-tale island known as Neverland... Lily and Wendy
have been best friends since they became stepsisters. But with
their feuding parents planning to spend the summer apart, what will
become of their family-and their friendship? Little do they know
that a mysterious boy has been watching them from the oak tree
outside their window. A boy who intends to take them away from home
for good, to an island of wild animals, Merfolk, Fairies, and
kidnapped children, to a sea of merfolk, pirates, and a giant
crocodile. A boy who calls himself Peter Pan. In partnership with
We Need Diverse Books
Learn all about the important places that define Black British
History in this informative, boldly illustrated collection of
crucial sites. Learn the incredible untold stories of the people,
places and journeys that shaped Britain, and be inspired to
continue learning beyond the page. In this brand new series from
The Black Curriculum, learn about the important places that define
Black British History. Dive into untold stories and learn what
happened when and where. Who was John Edmonstone, where did he live
in Edinburgh, and how did he influence Charles Darwin? What can
street names tell us about Britain's links to the Transatlantic
Slave Trade? Who campaigned to Free the Cardiff Three and how did
St Pauls Carnival get started? Learn all this and more, with this
collection of important stories from Black British history around
Britain. This book features a foreword from Darcus Beese, bright,
bold illustrations and extra facts at the back, including a
timeline and glossary of key terms. Explore key places in Black
British History alongside: - Specially commissioned illustrations
by Amanda Quartey are warm, fun and colourful. - Empowering tone
inspires children to ask questions, and continue their learning
beyond the page, thinking about the stories they can discover about
their own local history - Part of a bold, eye-catching three-part
series. - Written byMelody Triumph - Information is presented
clearly in an engaging, accessible format. Founded by Lavinya
Stennet, the Black Curriculum is an organisation dedicated to
promoting the learning of Black British history within schools, via
workshops and free teaching resources. Black British history is
currently not taught consistently in British schools, despite being
recommended by reports such as the Windrush review and the
MacPherson Report as a way of tackling racism. This series provides
a resource to fill the gap and aims to support the work that the
Black Curriculum is doing. The books will act as a resource in the
classroom, as well as promoting independent learning. The bold
illustrations from Black British illustrators, and age-appropriate
text present the information in a fun and accessible way. At DK, we
believe in the power of discovery. So why stop there? The Black
Curriculum - Places is a three-part series for children aged 8+ who
want to learn more about Black British History, alongside teachers
seeking to inspire children to learn more about the subject.
Explore Black British Pioneers with The Black Curriculum - Legacies
and discover an inspiring collection of migration stories from
Black British History with The Black Curriculum - Migrations.
A New York Times Bestseller and National Book Award Winner
Jacqueline Woodson, the acclaimed author of Red at the Bone, tells
the moving story of her childhood in mesmerizing verse. Raised in
South Carolina and New York, Woodson always felt halfway home in
each place. In vivid poems, she shares what it was like to grow up
as an African American in the 1960s and 1970s, living with the
remnants of Jim Crow and her growing awareness of the Civil Rights
movement. Touching and powerful, each poem is both accessible and
emotionally charged, each line a glimpse into a child's soul as she
searches for her place in the world. Woodson's eloquent poetry also
reflects the joy of finding her voice through writing stories,
despite the fact that she struggled with reading as a child. Her
love of stories inspired her and stayed with her, creating the
first sparks of the gifted writer she was to become. A National
Book Award Winner A Newbery Honor Book A Coretta Scott King Award
Winner Praise for Jacqueline Woodson: Ms. Woodson writes with a
sure understanding of the thoughts of young people, offering a
poetic, eloquent narrative that is not simply a story . . . but a
mature exploration of grown-up issues and self-discovery."-The New
York Times Book Review
In this magical follow-up picture book to Ashley Franklin's and
Ebony Glenn's celebrated fairy tale twist, Not Quite Snow White,
princess Tameika becomes a big sister . . . to twins! Tameika can't
seem to do anything right for her new twin siblings and struggles
to find her place when they steal her spotlight. Luckily, she and
her family are attending the community family ball. Tameika is sure
a ball will make the perfect set to prove that she can be the best
big sister ever. But what if Tameika is wrong? With some help from
her beloved Uncle Derrick, this princess learns that a growing
family is always better together! Perfect for big sisters
everywhere and for fans of Oona, Little Miss, Big Sis, and Sisters
First.
Explore Earth's natural resources through the maps! Find out about
the Earth's Natural Resources: where they are found and how we use
them. Discover maps of key locations that harvest and process
resources, including Finland's forestry industry and how metals and
minerals are mined. Learn how resources play a vital role in the
environment we live in and why they must be protected for future
generations. Explore geography through maps with the Map Your
Planet! series. See key geography topics in action, as case studies
are brought to life with large, detailed maps. Discover the
importance of mapping and how maps are created and kept up to date.
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Spotted Tail
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Heska Wanblir Weiden, Wanbli Weiden
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Fe del Mundo's sister dreamt of becoming a doctor-a big dream for a
girl in the Philippines in the early 1900s. When her sister dies,
young Fe vows to take her place, a promise she carries with her the
rest of her life. In 1936 she becomes the first woman and first
person of Asian descent to study at Harvard Medical School. When
WWII begins in the Pacific, Fe faces a choice: remain in Boston,
where she is safe, or return to the Philippines, where she is
needed most. Fe follows her vision and returns home to care for the
American and British children forced into the internment camp at
Santo Tomas. Beautiful color drawings bring to life this gentle and
courageous character, her family and her patients. The story of the
courageous Dr. Fe del Mundo, recipient of the Elizabeth Blackwell
Award for distinguished women "whose life exemplifies outstanding
service to humanity," and the Ramon Magsaysay Award, Asia's
equivalent of the Nobel Prize, will inspire children to pursue
science and medicine in the service of humanity.
A hilarious graphic chapter book series about best friends Bobo and
Pup-Pup--a monkey and a dog with very different personalities.
Perfect for fans of Elephant & Piggie who are ready to graduate
to two new buddies! A super funny book has Pup-Pup literally
laughing out loud!! Bobo wants to read it so he can laugh too, but
he must wait till Pup-Pup is finished. But the more Pup-Pup laughs,
the harder it is to wait! All kids know that waiting is not easy!!
What happens when Bobo's patience runs out and he takes matters
into his own hands? This hilarious and relatable graphic chapter
book will have kids ages 5-8 laughing out loud themselves while
gaining confidence in reading. Readers will eagerly devour the
companion books in the series, We Love Bubbles! and Let's Make
Cake! Graphic chapter books serve as a great bridge to graphic
novels and longer chapter books.
Hands-on space science projects help launch kids ages 8 to 11 into
learning about fearless female astronauts who broke barriers across
space and gender in this full-color book full of real-world
connections! Do you dream of going into space? Do you wonder what
it's like on the moon? In Gutsy Girls Go for Science: Astronauts
with STEM Projects for Kids, readers ages 8 through 11 explore the
lives of some of the world's most amazing female astronauts,
including Bonnie Dunbar, Sally Ride, Mae Jemison, Sunita Williams,
and Serena Aunon-Chancellor-all pioneers in the field of space
exploration. Their hard work and dedication to science and
experimentation gave the world much new knowledge about space,
biology, and more. These brave women took risks and pushed the
limits of what we know about life in space. * Through hands-on STEM
projects such as designing and building space rovers, rockets, and
even a model of the International Space Station using inexpensive
and easy-to-find supplies, kids gain critical thinking skills just
like the ones necessary to succeed in space. * Essential questions,
cool facts about female scientists, and links to online resources
all reinforce high-level learning. * Using a fun narrative style,
engaging illustrations combined with photography, fascinating
facts, essential questions, and hands-on projects, this book
deepens readers' creative thinking skills. About the Gutsy Girls Go
for Science set and Nomad Press Astronauts is part of a set of four
Gutsy Girls Go for Science books that explore career connections
for young scientists. The other titles in this series include
Paleontologists, Engineers, and Programmers. Nomad Press books in
the Gutsy Girls Go for Science series integrate content with
participation, encouraging readers to engage in student-directed
learning. Combining content with inquiry-based projects stimulates
learning and makes it active and alive. Nomad's unique approach
simultaneously grounds kids in factual knowledge while allowing
them the space to be curious, creative, and critical thinkers. All
books are leveled for Guided Reading level and Lexile and align
with Common Core State Standards and National Curriculum Standards
for Social Studies. All titles are available in paperback,
hardcover, and ebook formats.
Charles Darwin's ideas about evolution caused both outrage and
wonder, and quickly made him one of the most famous men in history.
From his early days at school to his five-year voyage aboard the
HMS Beagle and 20 years of study and research, follow Darwin on his
adventure to prove a theory that would change the world. From
artists to aviators and scientists to revolutionaries, the Little
Guides to Great Lives series tells the stories of the most amazing
people from all over the world and across history, with colourful
illustrations that will engage young readers and bring their
incredible stories to life.
Experience the flavour of India by using the delicious recipes in
this book! As well as being able to make food such as vegetable
samosas and rogan josh, readers can also read about Indian culture,
such as farming, national festivals and daily life. Top kitchen
tips help beginner cooks to get started.
"In graphic novel format, tells the life story of Revolutionary War
hero and spy Nathan Hale"--Provided by publisher.
An engaging and visually exciting look at some of South America's
major cities. This series offers readers of 9 and up an engaging
and visually exciting look at some of the world's major cities.
Cityscapes draw in the reader with facts about the iconic buildings
that help to shape each city's unique identity. Data-packed pages
give the essential details about each featured city, including
where to go, what to do and things to eat on a visit, as well as
information about the city's history. The cities of South America
covered in the book are Rio de Janeiro, Brazil; Bogota, Columbia;
Santiago, Chile; Caracas, Venezuela; Quito, Ecuador; Buenos Aires,
Argentina; Cuzco, Peru; Montevideo, Uruguay; Georgetown, Guyana; La
Paz, Bolivia; Paramaribo, Suriname; Santa Cruz, Bolivia; Lima,
Peru; Manaus, Brazil; Cuenca, Ecuador; Potosi, Bolivia; Cartagena,
Columbia and Asuncion, Paraguay. Titles in the 6-book series
feature the cities of Africa, Asia, Australasia, Europe, North
America and South America.
This is the inspiring story of Wangari Maathai, women's rights
activist and one of the first environmental warriors. Overcoming
great obstacles, Wangari began the Green Belt Movement in Kenya in
the 1960s, which focused on planting trees, environmental
conservation and women's rights. She inspired thousands across
Africa to plant 30 million trees in 30 years, saving many from
hunger and poverty. Her remarkable story of courage and
determination shows how just one person can change the world. The
story shows children how desertification works: how land is eroded
and degraded when trees aren't there to hold the soil in place so
it's not taken away by winds and heavy rain. It explains how all
living things are dependent on each other and if trees are taken
away, then you not only lessen the fertility of the soil, but you
lose the animals that live there and then the animals that rely on
those animals for food and so on. As well as explaining important
green issues, the book also talks about Wangari's fight for human
rights and shows how important it is to stand up for what you
believe. The gripping narrative non-fiction text by Gwendolyn
Hooks, winner of the NAACP Image Award for Outstanding Literary
Work for Children, hooks readers from the start. Vibrant
illustrations from print-maker Margaux Carpentier, one of the
featured artists in Taschen's The Illustrator: 100 Best from around
the World, vividly evoke Wangari's amazing life story.The
consultant, Dr Jane Irungu, grew up in Kenya, but is now a
Professor at the University of Oklahoma. She was inspired by
Wangari when she was growing up and went on to get a PhD just as
Wangari did. 'Carpentier's saturated geometric illustrations
emphasize the bold impact of Maathai's actions', Publishers Weekly,
May 2021
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When Stars Are Scattered
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Victoria Jamieson, Omar Mohamed; Illustrated by Victoria Jamieson, Iman Geddy
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A National Book Award Finalist, this remarkable graphic novel is
about growing up in a refugee camp, as told by a former Somali
refugee to the Newbery Honor-winning creator of Roller Girl. Omar
and his younger brother, Hassan, have spent most of their lives in
Dadaab, a refugee camp in Kenya. Life is hard there: never enough
food, achingly dull, and without access to the medical care Omar
knows his nonverbal brother needs. So when Omar has the opportunity
to go to school, he knows it might be a chance to change their
future . . . but it would also mean leaving his brother, the only
family member he has left, every day. Heartbreak, hope, and gentle
humor exist together in this graphic novel about a childhood spent
waiting, and a young man who is able to create a sense of family
and home in the most difficult of settings. It's an intimate,
important, unforgettable look at the day-to-day life of a refugee,
as told to New York Times Bestselling author/artist Victoria
Jamieson by Omar Mohamed, the Somali man who lived the story.
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Christmas
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A New York Times bestseller! From filmmaker, actor, and author
Justin Baldoni comes a real-talk, self-esteem-building guidebook
that helps boys ages 11 and up embrace their feelings and fears
instead of repress them. Highly designed and filled with
activities, sidebars, and inspirational quotes, this book is the
perfect social-emotional learning tool for parents and educators to
jump-start conversations about masculinity with the boys in their
lives. WARNING: THIS MIGHT BE THE MOST HONEST BOOK YOU'VE EVER READ
Have you ever noticed that there are unwritten rules that tell boys
how to act, think, and feel? Nobody knows where they came from, but
one day-BAM!-you suddenly feel these invisible forces, pushing you
to follow the rules of masculinity, even if they don't make you
happy. This book isn't about learning the rules of the boys' club,
it's about UNLEARNING them. It's a get-real guidebook that will
show you how to be: Brave enough to reveal who you really are Smart
enough to ask questions Cool enough to feel all your emotions
Confident enough to know your worth Strong enough to speak your
truth -and much, much more. Be prepared: This book is raw and
surprising. There is no subject off-limits or lies detected.
Sometimes things might get a little uncomfortable, but that's an
important part of getting to know-and believe in-yourself. Don't
worry, you're not on this journey alone, so let's jump in together
to become the smartest, bravest, strongest HUMANS we can be!
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