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In her own voice, acclaimed author and poet Nikki Grimes explores
the truth of a harrowing childhood in a compelling and moving
memoir in verse. Growing up with a mother suffering from paranoid
schizophrenia and a mostly absent father, Nikki Grimes found
herself terrorized by babysitters, shunted from foster family to
foster family, and preyed upon by those she trusted. At the age of
six, she poured her pain onto a piece of paper late one night - and
discovered the magic and impact of writing. For many years, Nikki's
notebooks were her most enduing companions. In this accessible and
inspiring memoir that will resonate with young readers and adults
alike, Nikki shows how the power of those words helped her conquer
the hazards - ordinary and extraordinary - of her life.
Discover the incredible story of a young daughter of immigrants who
would grow up to be the first woman, first Black person, and first
South Asian American ever elected Vice President of the United
States in this moving picture book biography of Kamala Harris. When
Kamala Harris was young, she often accompanied her parents to civil
rights marches-so many, in fact, that when her mother asked a
frustrated Kamala what she wanted, the young girl responded with:
"Freedom!" As Kamala grew from a small girl in Oakland to a senator
running for president, it was this long-fostered belief in freedom
and justice for all people that shaped her into the inspiring
figure she is today. From fighting for the use of a soccer field in
middle school to fighting for the people of her home state in
Congress, Senator Harris used her voice to speak up for what she
believed in and for those who were otherwise unheard. And now this
dedication has led her all the way to being elected Vice President
of the United States. Told in Nikki Grimes's stunning verse and
featuring gorgeous illustrations by Laura Freeman, this picture
book biography brings to life a story that shows all young people
that the American dream can belong to all of us if we fight for one
another.
Award-winning author Nikki Grimes's beloved novel in verse Garvey's
Choice is now a graphic novel, imaginatively and dramatically
illustrated by Little Shaq artist Theodore Taylor III. Garvey's
father has always wanted Garvey to be athletic, but Garvey is
interested in astronomy, science fiction, reading-anything but
sports. Feeling like a failure, he comforts himself with food.
Garvey is kind, funny, smart, a loyal friend, and he is also
overweight, teased by bullies, and lonely. When his only friend
encourages him to join the school chorus, Garvey's life changes.
The chorus finds a new soloist in Garvey, and through chorus,
Garvey finds a way to accept himself and a way to finally reach his
distant father-by speaking the language of music instead of the
language of sports. Garvey's Choice was a School Library Journal
Best Book, a Kirkus Reviews Best Book, a Lee Bennett Hopkins Poetry
Award Honor Book, and a Paterson Prize for Books for Young People
Honor Book. With Theodore Taylor III's full-color illustrations,
this graphic novel edition is enthralling and inspiring.
In this Coretta Scott King Author Honor Book, Children's Literature
Legacy Award-winner Nikki Grimes explores though her celebrated
poetry how a supportive teacher can be the key to unlocking a
dreamer's imaginative power through creative writing. Gabby's world
is filled with daydreams. However, what began as an escape from her
parents' arguments has now taken over her life. But with the help
of a new teacher, 'Gabby the dreamer' might just become 'Gabby the
writer' and the words that once carried her away might allow her to
soar. Written in vivid, accessible poems, this remarkable verse
novel is a celebration of imagination, of friendship, of one girl's
indomitable spirit, and of a teacher's ability to reach out and
change a life. Coretta Scott King Author Honor book NCTE Notable
Children's Books in the English Language Arts Kirkus Reviews Best
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A Little Bit Super
Gary D. Schmidt, Leah Henderson, Pablo Cartaya, Nikki Grimes, Jarrett J. Krosoczka, …
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A Walk in the Woods (Hardcover)
Nikki Grimes; Illustrated by Jerry Pinkney, Brian Pinkney
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Southwest Sunrise (Hardcover)
Nikki Grimes; Illustrated by Wendell Minor
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From Children's Literature Legacy Award winner Nikki Grimes and
highly-acclaimed illustrator Wendell Minor comes a stunning picture
book about the beauty of the natural world and finding a new place
to call home. The beauty of the natural world is just waiting to be
discovered . . . When Jayden touches down in New Mexico, he's
uncertain how this place could ever be home. But if he takes a walk
outside, he just might find something glorious. Flowers in bright
shades . . . Birds and lizards and turtles, all with a story to
tell . . . Red rock pillars towering in the distance . . .
Turquoise sky as far as the eye can see . . . Perhaps this place
could be home after all. Gorgeously poetic and visually stunning,
this story from acclaimed creators Nikki Grimes and Wendell Minor
celebrates the beauty of the Southwest as a young boy sees it for
the very first time. Acclaim for One Last Word A Boston Globe-Horn
Book Honor Winner A New York Times Editor's Choice
New York Times bestselling author and poet Nikki Grimes explains,
"A study of scripture reveals that Jesus spent a lot of time with
people in the margins. As an African American, I live in the
margins, and I can tell you that it's a place most of us would
rather not be. And yet, I know there is always glory to be found in
the margins because of the Lord's presence in, and with us. As Poet
Laureate of my Grace Brethren Church in Southern California, it's
my job to distill the heart of the weekly sermon into a poem. I
dive into each week's chosen scripture, viewing it from my own
perspective as Black, as woman, as poet, always a little left of
center, and looking for the glory to be found in the margins of
life, and of the text. Of course, those of us who live in the
margins are not what anyone expects, and the very notion that God
might speak through us, through me, may seem a bit wild. But he
does. 'I will pour out my spirit on all flesh,' said the Lord.
God's busy in the hearts of all who call on him." Glory in the
Margins is published under Paraclete Press's Iron Pen imprint. In
the book of Job, a suffering man pours out his anguish to his
Maker. From the depths of his pain, he reveals a trust in God's
goodness that is stronger than his despair, giving humanity some of
the most beautiful and poetic verses of all time. Paraclete's Iron
Pen imprint is inspired by this spirit of unvarnished honesty and
tenacious hope.
Renowned author and poet Nikki Grimes succinctly captures a
childhood filled with both tragedy and courage and invites readers
to join her as she seeks the truth of her past in this powerful
memoir. Growing up with a mother suffering from paranoid
schizophrenia and a mostly absent father, Nikki Grimes found
herself terrorized by babysitters, shunted from foster family to
foster family, and preyed upon by her mother's second husband. At
the age of six, she poured her pain onto a piece of paper late one
night - and discovered the magic of writing. Through subsequent
years, her notebooks were her most enduring companions. In this
remarkable memoir told in both poetry and prose, Grimes explores
her harrowing past, showing how the power of words helped her
conquer the hazards - ordinary and extraordinary - of life.
The #1 "New York Times" bestselling picture-book biography of
President Barack Obama is now in paperback.
Ever since Barack Obama was young, Hope has lived inside him. From
the beaches of Hawaii to the streets of Chicago, from the jungles
of Indonesia to the plains of Kenya, he has held on to Hope. Even
as a boy, Barack knew he wasn't quite like anybody else, but
through his journeys he found the ability to listen to Hope and
become what he was meant to be: a bridge to bring people together.
This is the moving story of our 44th President, told by Nikki
Grimes and illustrated by Bryan Collier, both winners of the
Coretta Scott King Award. Barack Obama has motivated Americans to
believe with him, to believe that every one of us has the power to
change ourselves and change our world.
Dyamonde Daniel may be new in town, but that doesn't stop her from
making a place for herself in a jiffy. With her can-do attitude and
awesome brain power she takes the whole neighborhood by storm. The
only thing puzzling her is the other new kid in her class. He's
grouchy - but Dyamonde's determined to get to the bottom of his
attitude and make a friend.
This spirited collection of poems introduces young readers to
Danitra Brown, the most splendiferous girl in town, and her best
friend, Zuri Jackson. "The poignant text and lovely pictures are an
excellent collaboration, resulting in a look at touching moments of
universal appeal."--School Library Journal.
One Last Word is the work of a master poet. - Kwame Alexander, Newbery Medal-winning author of The Crossover
From the New York Times bestselling and Coretta Scott King award-winning author Nikki Grimes comes an emotional, special new collection of poetry inspired by the Harlem Renaissance--paired with full-color, original art from today's most exciting African-American illustrators.
Inspired by the writers of the Harlem Renaissance, bestselling author Nikki Grimes uses The Golden Shovel poetic method to create wholly original poems based on the works of master poets like Langston Hughes, Georgia Douglas Johnson, Jean Toomer, and others who enriched history during this era.
Each poem is paired with one-of-a-kind art from today's most exciting African American illustrators--including Pat Cummings, Brian Pinkney, Sean Qualls, James Ransome, Javaka Steptoe, and many more--to create an emotional and thought-provoking book with timely themes for today's readers.
A foreword, an introduction to the history of the Harlem Renaissance, author's note, poet biographies, and index makes this not only a book to cherish, but a wonderful resource and reference as well.
The beloved and award-winning novel now available in a new format with a great new cover!
When Wesley Boone writes a poem for his high school English class, some of his classmates clamor to read their poems aloud too. Soon they're having weekly poetry sessions and, one by one, the eighteen students are opening up and taking on the risky challenge of self-revelation. There's Lupe Alvarin, desperate to have a baby so she will feel loved. Raynard Patterson, hiding a secret behind his silence. Porscha Johnson, needing an outlet for her anger after her mother OD's. Through the poetry they share and narratives in which they reveal their most intimate thoughts about themselves and one another, their words and lives show what lies beneath the skin, behind the eyes, beyond the masquerade.
Mary Rudine, called Mister by almost everyone, has attended church
and sung in the choir for as long as she can remember. But then she
meets Trey. His long lashes and smooth words make her question
everything, and one mistake leaves her hiding a growing secret.
Another Mary is excited about her upcoming wedding, and has done
everything according to Jewish law. So when an angel appears and
tells her-a virgin-she'll give birth, Mary can't help but feel
confused, and soon finds herself struggling with the realities of
God's blessing. While feeling abandoned, Mister is drawn to Mary's
story, and through reading begins to understand the future laid
before her. "This novel in poetry looks clearly at both teen
pregnancy and struggles with faith. Mister is exceptionally well
characterized ... The language is intimate and immediate." -Kirkus
Reviews
A child's job is to play-Mom knows this and makes sure they're up
and ready to get to work! When it comes to play, this kid is an
expert. Mom watches as they dance in puddles, swing high, jump into
piles of leaves, and make snow angels. They're hard at work, and
when Daddy comes home, they play even more!
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A guy whose father ripped his heart out too. You and me, Ishmael,
we're brothers, two dark sons. Destroyed, lost, and isolated, the
perspectives of two teenage boys-modern-day Sam, and biblical
Ishmael-unite over millennia to illustrate the power of
forgiveness. "Grimes's commanding metaphors ("Look at you, mother,/
trembling,/ a bowshot away,/ your tears/ the only water/ for
miles," says the exiled Ishmael), authoritative style, and complex
characterizations are uniquely compelling." -Publisher's Weekly
starred review "The simple words eloquently reveal what it's like
to miss someone ... but even more moving is the struggle to forgive
and the affection each boy feels for the baby that displaces him.
The elemental connections and the hope ... will speak to a wide
audience." -Booklist starred review
Dyamonde Daniel may be new in town, but that doesn't stop her from
making a place for herself in a jiffy. With her can-do attitude and
awesome brain power she takes the whole neighborhood by storm. The
only thing puzzling her is the other new kid in her class. He's
awfully grouchy - but Dyamonde's determined to get to the bottom of
his frowning attitude and make a friend. Readers will fall in love
with Dyamonde Daniel, the spirited star of a new series by Nikki
Grimes. With her upbeat, take-charge attitude, Dyamonde is a
character to cheer for - and the fun, accessible storytelling will
hook kids from the first page.
For twelve years, Joylin Johnson's life has been just fine, thank you very much. A competitive game of basketball with the boys was all it took to put a smile on her face. Baggy jeans, tee shirt, and hair in a ponytail worked great seven days a week. Then, overnight, everything seemed to turn upside down at once. As if the changes to her body weren't bad enough, all the neighborhood "boys" turned into "guys" when she wasn't looking. Who is she to be trying on dresses and batting her eyes to get attention? And why is Joylin powerless to make herself stop?
Between the pratfalls and the heartbreak, Joylin's journey from tomboy to young girl is beautifully told in poems that are alternatively funny, heartbreaking, and insightful. At its close, readers will remember the timeless truth at the center of Joylin's story: the most important kind of love is the love you have for yourself.
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