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From a creative team with multiple Caldecott Honors comes this
vibrant portrait of Aretha Franklin that pays her the R-E-S-P-E-C-T
this Queen of Soul deserves. Aretha Franklin was born to sing. The
daughter of a pastor and a gospel singer, her musical talent was
clear from her earliest days in her father's Detroit church where
her soaring voice spanned more than three octaves. Her string of
hit songs earned her the title "the Queen of Soul," multiple Grammy
Awards, and a place in the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. But Aretha
didn't just raise her voice in song, she also spoke out against
injustice and fought for civil rights. This authoritative, rhythmic
picture book biography will captivate young readers with Aretha's
inspiring story.
Long before she was one of the Little Rock Nine, Melba Pattillo
Beals was a warrior. Frustrated by the laws that kept
African-Americans separate but very much unequal to whites, she had
questions. Why couldn't she drink from a 'whites only' fountain?
Why couldn't she feel safe beyond home - or even within the walls
of church? Adults all told her: Hold your tongue. Be patient. Know
your place. But Beals had the heart of a fighter - and the
knowledge that her true place was a free one. With emotive photos,
this memoir paints a vivid picture of Beals' powerful early journey
on the road to becoming a champion for equal rights, an acclaimed
journalist, a best-selling author, and the recipient of this
country's highest recognition, the Congressional Gold Medal.
Includes a Q&A with Melba and bonus audio clip.
"A high-quality children's biography that little readers are sure
to enjoy. There are themes of hard work, determination, overcoming
obstacles, boxing, sports, persistence, and confidence-something
Muhammad Ali clearly had plenty of."* In this picture book
biography of Muhammad Ali, author Gene Barretta and illustrator
Frank Morrison tell the unforgettable childhood story of this
legendary boxing champion and how one pivotal moment set him on his
path to become the Greatest of All Time. The Louisville Lip. The
Greatest. The People's Champion. Muhammad Ali had many nicknames.
But before he became one of the most recognizable faces in the
world, before the nicknames and the championships, before he
converted to Islam and changed his name to Muhammad Ali, he was
twelve-year-old Cassius Clay riding a brand-new red-and-white
bicycle through the streets of Louisville, Kentucky. One fateful
day, this proud and bold young boy had that bike stolen, his prized
possession, and he wouldn't let it go. Not without a fight. This
would be the day he discovered boxing. And a champion was born.
Back matter includes biographical overview, photos, bibliography,
and more resources. *Brightly.com
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Kick Push (Hardcover)
Frank Morrison; Frank Morrison
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Discovery Miles 4 600
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My Block Looks Like
Janelle Harper; Illustrated by Frank Morrison
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Discovery Miles 3 730
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"Beals' recollection of white oppression and her rise above it will
haunt readers. A must-read for teens." --School Library Journal
From the legendary civil rights activist and author of the
million-copy-selling Warriors Don't Cry comes an ardent and
profound childhood memoir of growing up while facing adversity in
the Jim Crow South. Long before she was one of the Little Rock
Nine, Melba Pattillo Beals was a warrior. Frustrated by the laws
that kept African-Americans separate but very much unequal to
whites, she had questions. Why couldn't she drink from a "whites
only" fountain? Why couldn't she feel safe beyond home--or even
within the walls of church? Adults all told her: Hold your tongue.
Be patient. Know your place. But Beals had the heart of a
fighter--and the knowledge that her true place was a free one.
Combined with emotive drawings and photos, this memoir paints a
vivid picture of Beals' powerful early journey on the road to
becoming a champion for equal rights, an acclaimed journalist, a
best-selling author, and the recipient of this country's highest
recognition, the Congressional Gold Medal.
Melba Doretta Liston loved the sounds of music from as far back as
she could remember. As a child, she daydreamed about beats and
lyrics, and hummed along with the music from her family s Majestic
radio. At age seven, Melba fell in love with a big, shiny trombone,
and soon taught herself to play the instrument. By the time she was
a teenager, Melba s extraordinary gift for music led her to the
world of jazz. She joined a band led by trumpet player Gerald
Wilson and toured the country. Overcoming obstacles of race and
gender, Melba went on to become a famed trombone player and
arranger, spinning rhythms, harmonies, and melodies into gorgeous
songs for all the jazz greats of the twentieth century: Randy
Weston, Duke Ellington, Count Basie, Billie Holiday, and Quincy
Jones, to name just a few. Brimming with ebullience and the joy of
making music, Little Melba and Her Big Trombone is a fitting
tribute to a trailblazing musician and a great unsung hero of
jazz."
What does the world's greatest soccer player love about the game? The same things that you and I do! Speed, teamwork, dribbling, passing, taking your best shot--and making a G-O-O-A-A-A-L!
Join Pelé, world champion soccer star, as he celebrates the kick and thrill of his favorite sport. Artist Frank Morrison sets up the play with two dynamic visual stories: Pelé's inspiring rise to fame, and a young fan's efforts to follow in his hero's speedy footsteps. Together, words and pictures deliver all the fun and excitement of a closely matched game.
This unique picture book is part history, part poetry, and entirely
inspirational. It takes the reader step by simple step through the
cumulative story of the US Civil Rights Movement, showing how
select pioneers' achievements led up to the landmark moment when we
elected our first black president. Each historical figure is
rendered by a different award-winning illustrator, highlighting the
singular and vibrant contribution that each figure made.
The story of Elgin Baylor, basketball icon and civil rights
advocate, from an all-star team  Hall-of-famer Elgin Baylor
was one of basketball’s all-time-greatest players—an innovative
athlete, team player, and quiet force for change. One of the first
professional African-American players, he inspired others on and
off the court. But when traveling for away games, many hotels and
restaurants turned Elgin away because he was black. One night,
Elgin had enough and staged a one-man protest that captured the
attention of the press, the public, and the NBA. Above the Rim is a
poetic, exquisitely illustrated telling of the life of an
underrecognized athlete and a celebration of standing up for what
is right.
5 Starred Reviews! "This slim novel strikes a strong
chord"-Publishers Weekly (starred review) "This complex tale of
family and forgiveness has heart." -School Library Journal (starred
review) "Strong characterizations and vivid musical scenes add
layers to this warm family story." -Kirkus Reviews (starred review)
"An appealing, realistic story with frequent elegant turns of
phrase." -The Horn Book (starred review) "Garcia-Williams
skillfully finds melody in words." -Booklist (starred review) From
beloved Newbery Honor winner and three-time Coretta Scott King
Award winner Rita Williams-Garcia comes a powerful and heartfelt
novel about loss, family, and love that will appeal to fans of
Jason Reynolds and Kwame Alexander. Clayton feels most alive when
he's with his grandfather, Cool Papa Byrd, and the band of
Bluesmen-he can't wait to join them, just as soon as he has a blues
song of his own. But then the unthinkable happens. Cool Papa Byrd
dies, and Clayton's mother forbids Clayton from playing the blues.
And Clayton knows that's no way to live. Armed with his
grandfather's brown porkpie hat and his harmonica, he runs away
from home in search of the Bluesmen, hoping he can join them on the
road. But on the journey that takes him through the New York City
subways and to Washington Square Park, Clayton learns some things
that surprise him.
The third book about the spunky second-grader, perfect for fans of
Ramona Quimby, Junie B. Jones, and Frankly, Frannie
Keena Ford loves writing in her journal. She keeps all of her
thoughts in there, even if they are sometimes not-so-nice. One day,
Keena accidentally leaves her journal in Tiffany Harris's
apartment, and Tiffany tells Keena that she's going to tell all of
Keena's secrets With help from her brother, some classic fables,
and a visiting author, Keena discovers what she must do to stand up
to Tiffany and make things right with her friends.
"Young readers will relate to her friendship dilemma and appreciate
her vibrant personality. Readers of Sharon Draper's Sassy series
will enjoy meeting Keena." - "School Library Journal"
It's the day before the big parade. Alta can only think about one
thing: Wilma Rudolph, three-time Olympic gold medalist. She'll be
riding on a float tomorrow. See, Alta is the quickest kid in
Clarksville, Tennessee, just like Wilma once was. It doesn't matter
that Alta's shoes have holes because Wilma came from hard times,
too. But what happens when a new girl with shiny new shoes comes
along and challenges Alta to a race? Will she still be the quickest
kid? The Quickest Kid in Clarksville is a timeless story of dreams,
determination, and the power of friendship.
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