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Tired of their last place, loser status, a crew of self-proclaimed
weirdos start their own synchronised swimming club. But on their
way to gain the respect and free snacks they deserve, they stumble
upon a lonely giant squid in their local pool. Will he be the
secret weapon they need to propel them into synchronised swimming
super stardom? Or will they end up with ink on their faces? Who are
the villain- ous strangers in bowler hats? And, most importantly,
what's for lunch? The first in this series and a debut comic book
from award-winning Filipino illustrator Isabel Roxas, Squid Happens
is a hilarious read that explores friendship, teamwork and what it
means to be yourself.
Acclaimed and award-winning author Erin Entrada Kelly's Hello, Universe is a funny and poignant neighborhood story about unexpected friendships.
Told from four intertwining points of view--two boys and two girls--the novel celebrates bravery, being different, and finding your inner bayani (hero). "Readers will be instantly engrossed in this relatable neighborhood adventure and its eclectic cast of misfits."--Booklist
In one day, four lives weave together in unexpected ways. Virgil Salinas is shy and kindhearted and feels out of place in his crazy-about-sports family. Valencia Somerset, who is deaf, is smart, brave, and secretly lonely, and she loves everything about nature. Kaori Tanaka is a self-proclaimed psychic, whose little sister, Gen, is always following her around. And Chet Bullens wishes the weird kids would just stop being so different so he can concentrate on basketball.
They aren't friends, at least not until Chet pulls a prank that traps Virgil and his pet guinea pig at the bottom of a well. This disaster leads Kaori, Gen, and Valencia on an epic quest to find missing Virgil. Through luck, smarts, bravery, and a little help from the universe, a rescue is performed, a bully is put in his place, and friendship blooms.
The acclaimed author of Blackbird Fly and The Land of Forgotten Girls writes with an authentic, humorous, and irresistible tween voice that will appeal to fans of Thanhha Lai and Rita Williams-Garcia.
It's the summer break in Shadyside, Queens, and Team Pom's
investigation into the mysterious organization called C.A.O.S, and
its sinister boss Steve, have hit a dead end. Seeking a bit of
inspiration, Roberta, Ruby and Agnes head to the Natural History
Museum to spend time with Ruby's aunt, a de-extinction biologist in
training who's just stumbled upon a precious sample of Dodo
remains. But C.A.O.S. lurks in the shadows with Dodo schemes of
their own! Can Team Pom foil Steve's plans in time to save the
entire city? Can peanut butter really fight evil? Or is New York
City finally going to the birds?
Based on the research that race, gender, consent, and body
positivity should be discussed with toddlers on up, this read-aloud
board book series offers adults the opportunity to begin important
conversations with young children in an informed, safe, and
supported way. Developed by experts in the fields of early
childhood and activism against injustice, this topic-driven board
book offers clear, concrete language and beautiful imagery that
young children can grasp and adults can leverage for further
discussion. While young children are avid observers and questioners
of their world, adults often shut down or postpone conversations on
complicated topics because it's hard to know where to begin.
Research shows that talking about issues like race and gender from
the age of two not only helps children understand what they see,
but also increases self-awareness, self-esteem, and allows them to
recognize and confront things that are unfair, like discrimination
and prejudice. This first book in the series begins the
conversation on race, with a supportive approach that considers
both the child and the adult. Stunning art accompanies the simple
and interactive text, and the backmatter offers additional
resources and ideas for extending this discussion. "An accessible,
important addition to any anti-racist bookshelf." --- starred
review, Kirkus Reviews "The book lives up to its promise by opening
the door to rich conversations with explanations that are
age-appropriate... This timely book is essential for all
collections." --- starred review, School Library Connection
A picture book edition of the bestselling board book about consent,
offering adults the opportunity to begin important conversations
with young children in an informed, safe, and supported way. A
board book bestseller - now in picture book! Developed by experts
in the fields of early childhood development and activism against
injustice, this topic-driven book offers clear, concrete language
and imagery to introduce the concept of consent. This book serves
to normalize and celebrate the experience of asking for and being
asked for permission to do something involving one's body. It
centers on respect for bodily autonomy, and reviews the many ways
that one can say or indicate "No." While young children are avid
observers and questioners of their world, adults often shut down or
postpone conversations on complicated topics because it's hard to
know where to begin. Research shows that talking about issues like
race, gender, and our bodies from the age of two not only helps
children understand what they see, but also increases
self-awareness, self-esteem, and allows them to recognize and
confront things that are unfair, like discrimination and prejudice.
These books offer a supportive approach that considers both the
child and the adult. Illustrative art accompanies the simple and
interactive text, and the backmatter offers additional resources
and ideas for extending this discussion.
Developed by experts in the fields of early childhood and activism against injustice, this topic-driven board book offers clear, concrete language and beautiful imagery that young children can grasp and adults can leverage for further discussion. While young children are avid observers and questioners of their world, adults often shut down or postpone conversations on complicated topics because it's hard to know where to begin. Research shows that talking about issues like race and gender from the age of two not only helps children understand what they see, but also increases self-awareness, self-esteem, and allows them to recognize and confront things that are unfair, like discrimination and prejudice. This first book in the series begins the conversation on race, with a supportive approach that considers both the child and the adult. Stunning art accompanies the simple and interactive text, and the backmatter offers additional resources and ideas for extending this discussion.
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Hello, Universe (Hardcover)
Erin Entrada Kelly; Illustrated by Isabel Roxas
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Winner of the Newbery Medal "A charming, intriguingly plotted
novel."-Washington Post Newbery Medalist Erin Entrada Kelly's
Hello, Universe is a funny and poignant neighborhood story about
unexpected friendships. Told from four intertwining points of
view-two boys and two girls-the novel celebrates bravery, being
different, and finding your inner bayani (hero). "Readers will be
instantly engrossed in this relatable neighborhood adventure and
its eclectic cast of misfits."-Booklist In one day, four lives
weave together in unexpected ways. Virgil Salinas is shy and
kindhearted and feels out of place in his crazy-about-sports
family. Valencia Somerset, who is deaf, is smart, brave, and
secretly lonely, and she loves everything about nature. Kaori
Tanaka is a self-proclaimed psychic, whose little sister, Gen, is
always following her around. And Chet Bullens wishes the weird kids
would just stop being so different so he can concentrate on
basketball. They aren't friends, at least not until Chet pulls a
prank that traps Virgil and his pet guinea pig at the bottom of a
well. This disaster leads Kaori, Gen, and Valencia on an epic quest
to find missing Virgil. Through luck, smarts, bravery, and a little
help from the universe, a rescue is performed, a bully is put in
his place, and friendship blooms. The acclaimed and award-winning
author of Blackbird Fly and The Land of Forgotten Girls writes with
an authentic, humorous, and irresistible tween voice that will
appeal to fans of Thanhha Lai and Rita Williams-Garcia. "Readers
across the board will flock to this book that has something for
nearly everyone-humor, bullying, self-acceptance,
cross-generational relationships, and a smartly fateful
ending."-School Library Journal
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Let Me Finish! (Hardcover)
Minh Le; Illustrated by Isabel Roxas; Cover design or artwork by Isabel Roxas
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