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Paperback. Condizione: New. Lau, Jon (illustratore). Frank the loveable but salty cat and his corgi sidekick Sunny are back! This time Frank falls head over heels in love with a deeply mysterious "masked cat" who he spies rooting through the garbage cans. Frank, Sunny, and new pal (an irascible parrot who is visiting) try hilariously to help Frank through his moony crush. On a Racoon. (But Frank doesn't know that.) P R A I S E "Highly relatable"-Horn Book "A series opener that will delight cat AND dog fans." -Kirkus Reviews "Cute and hilarious" - Booklist.

Paperback. Condizione: New. Lau, Jon (illustratore). A Delightfully Relatable Sibling Story: In the first installment of the Frank and the Puppy early reader series, Frank the grumpy tuxedo cat learns to get along (and sometimes not) with his humans' excitable new corgi Frank the cat has it good: Tons of toys, unlimited WhiskiesT and space and quiet to stretch and nap and think and write.? Then his people bring home a box. A box with something unexpected inside. A puppy.? A puppy who doesn't know the rules of naps. A puppy who slobbers and tackles and barks.? This won't do.? Frank will just have to find a better home. Should be easy, right?This heartwarming and humorous chapter book explores themes of friendship, respect, and understanding. With its charming watercolor illustrations and relatable characters, Frank and the Big Mistake is sure to delight young readers and spark important conversations.Dive into a world of laughter and friendship with Frank the tuxedo cat and Sunny the corgi pup. This delightful series is perfect for young readers who love charming animal tales and heartwarming stories.Why Kids Love the Frank and the Puppy series:- Unforgettable Characters: Frank and Sunny's unique personalities and heartwarming bond will captivate young readers.- Engaging Stories: Short, easy-to-follow chapters make reading fun and accessible for early readers.- Whimsical Illustrations: Jon Lau's colorful and expressive illustrations bring the story to life.- Diverse Representation: The series features a loving, multiracial, queer family, promoting inclusivity and understanding.- Humorous and Relatable: The silly antics and everyday situations will resonate with young readers.Also.Did we mention a celebrity endorsement? The Frank the Puppy series was featured on Bedtime Stories with Ryan, Ryan Reynolds's TV show on Maximum Effort Channel.P R A I S EAMAZON BEST OF THE YEAR"Highly relatable."-Horn Book "A series opener that will delight cat AND dog fans."-Kirkus"Cute and hilarious." -Booklist.

Paperback. Condizione: New. Lau, Jon (illustratore). A Hilarious Tale of Friendship and Mischief: In the third installment of the Frank and the Puppy series, Frank and Sunny face their greatest challenge yet: setting boundaries. Join Frank the tuxedo cat and Sunny the corgi pup as they face their biggest challenge yet: a hyperactive little "nibling" named Nellie! When Nellie comes to visit, she turns their peaceful home into a chaotic playground. From forced playdates to unwanted fashion shows, Frank and Sunny must navigate the mayhem and find a way to survive this mischievous guest.This heartwarming and humorous chapter book explores themes of friendship, respect, and understanding. With its charming watercolor illustrations and relatable characters, Frank and the Big Mistake is sure to delight young readers and spark important conversations. Dive into a world of laughter and friendship with Frank the tuxedo cat and Sunny the corgi pup. This delightful series is perfect for young readers who love charming animal tales and heartwarming stories. Why Kids Love the Frank and the Puppy series: - Unforgettable Characters: Frank and Sunny's unique personalities and heartwarming bond will captivate young readers. - Engaging Stories: Short, easy-to-follow chapters make reading fun and accessible for early readers. - Whimsical Illustrations: Jon Lau's colorful and expressive illustrations bring the story to life. - Diverse Representation: The series features a loving, multiracial, queer family, promoting inclusivity and understanding. - Humorous and Relatable: The silly antics and everyday situations will resonate with young readers. Also.Did we mention a celebrity endorsement? The Frank the Puppy series was featured on Bedtime Stories with Ryan, Ryan Reynolds's TV show on Maximum Effort Channel.

Paperback. Condizione: New. Lau, Jon (illustratore). Frank the loveable but salty cat and his corgi sidekick Sunny are back! This time Frank falls head over heels in love with a deeply mysterious "masked cat" who he spies rooting through the garbage cans. Frank, Sunny, and new pal (an irascible parrot who is visiting) try hilariously to help Frank through his moony crush. On a Racoon. (But Frank doesn't know that.) P R A I S E "Highly relatable"-Horn Book "A series opener that will delight cat AND dog fans." -Kirkus Reviews "Cute and hilarious" - Booklist.

Paperback. Condizione: New. Schaap, Annet (illustratore). Beautifully written-an evocative story of resilience, family love, and finding hope in a new beginning.  A new pet helps a refugee family find a sense of safety and home in this charming novel, based on the co-author's own experience.  Nine-year-old Roya, her three brothers, and their parents have finally been granted permission to stay in the Netherlands after a long, arduous journey from Afghanistan. To celebrate their new stability, they bring home Mishka, a fluffy, white dwarf rabbit.  Roya, who was only three when her family fled Kabul, finds a special confidant in Mishka. As her family members recount their journey, from their reasons for leaving to their long stay in refugee centers, Mishka's presence gently prompts Roya to process her own scattered memories and the complex emotions of starting over in an unfamiliar world.  This lyrical story weaves together moments of humor, joy, and sadness, illuminating the disorienting effects of the refugee experience through a gentle, child's-eye view.  A critically acclaimed novel, perfect for readers in grades 3-5 (ages 7-10).  --  Starred Reviews: ? Publishers Weekly ? Kirkus ? Booklist  Best of the Year: Publishers Weekly New York Public Library Booklist.

Paperback. Condizione: New. NOW ON PAPERBACK!BEST OF THE YEAR: Chicago Public Library · Kids' Indie Next ListA story of multigenerational pain, magic, and the lengths to which we'll go to protect the people we love. Kohei Fujiwara has never seen a big ryu? in real life. Those dragons all disappeared from Japan after World War II, and twenty years later, they've become the stuff of legend. Their smaller cousins, who can fit in your palm, are all that remain. And Kohei loves his ryu?, Yuharu, but. . . . . .Kohei has a memory of the big ryu? He knows that's impossible, but still, it's there, in his mind. In it, he can see his grandpa - Ojiisan - gazing up at the big ryu? with what looks to Kohei like total and absolute wonder. When Kohei was little, he dreamed he'd go on a grand quest to bring the big ryu? back, to get Ojiisan to smile again. But now, Ojiisan is really, really sick. And Kohei is running out of time. Kohei needs to find the big ryu? now, before it's too late. With the help of Isolde, his new half-Jewish, half-Japanese neighbor; and Isolde's Yiddish-speaking dragon, Cheshire; he thinks he can do it. Maybe. He doesn't have a choice.P R A I S E ? "A thought-provoking, magical middle-grade journey that explores sacrifices, faith in allies and the resilient hopefulness of a child. A boy, his new friend and their dragons travel across Japan in search of a giant dragon they believe may heal his grandfather in this hopeful and stirring middle-grade debut."-Shelf-Awareness (starred) "A spellbinding mix of fantasy and alternate history that explores themes of generational trauma, resilience, and family love. Recommended."-School Library Journal "A beautiful-though complex-exploration of generational trauma."-Kirkus "Cohen interweaves Japanese dragon imagery, history, and post-war culture in a story that muses on the legacies of emotion and family experiences in shaping identity after war. She blends her fantastical imagery with historical fact and realism, bringing readers commentary and questions on cultural identity, racism, friendship, and political activism."-Horn Book "Kohei and Isolde are a dynamic pair, with contrasting skills and such different life experiences that they are constantly challenging and learning from each other. The thread of quiet agony that runs under the misery of Kohei's mother and the anger of his grandfather hints at the war and its devastating ripples across generations."-BCCB "Emi Watanabe Cohen does an admirable job of breathing life into this story of multicultural identity, family secrets, the effect of guilt on family relationships, forgiveness, and hope for the future."-School Library Connection "Gentle, humorous, and touching. A fantasy novel whose full-blooded mythology helps to emphasize the humanity of its characters."-Foreword.

Paperback. Condizione: New. Schaap, Annet (illustratore). Beautifully written-an evocative story of resilience, family love, and finding hope in a new beginning.  A new pet helps a refugee family find a sense of safety and home in this charming novel, based on the co-author's own experience.  Nine-year-old Roya, her three brothers, and their parents have finally been granted permission to stay in the Netherlands after a long, arduous journey from Afghanistan. To celebrate their new stability, they bring home Mishka, a fluffy, white dwarf rabbit.  Roya, who was only three when her family fled Kabul, finds a special confidant in Mishka. As her family members recount their journey, from their reasons for leaving to their long stay in refugee centers, Mishka's presence gently prompts Roya to process her own scattered memories and the complex emotions of starting over in an unfamiliar world.  This lyrical story weaves together moments of humor, joy, and sadness, illuminating the disorienting effects of the refugee experience through a gentle, child's-eye view.  A critically acclaimed novel, perfect for readers in grades 3-5 (ages 7-10).  --  Starred Reviews: ? Publishers Weekly ? Kirkus ? Booklist  Best of the Year: Publishers Weekly New York Public Library Booklist.

Paperback. Condizione: New. NOW IN PAPERBACK! Two brothers fight to reunite amidst the turmoil of the Syrian War. Since the passing of their father, Omar has tried-and in his little brother Sufyan's eyes, failed-to be the man of his family of Syrian refugees. As Omar waits in line for rations, longing for the books he left behind when his family fled their home, Sufyan explores more nontraditional methods to provide for his family. Ignoring his brother's warnings, Sufyan gets more and more involved with a group that provides him with big rewards for doing seemingly inconsequential tasks. When the group abruptly gets more intense-taking Sufyan and other boys away from their families, teaching them how to shoot guns-Sufyan realizes his brother is right. But is it too late for Sufyan to get out of this? It's left to the bookish Omar to rescue his brother and reunite his family. He will have to take charge and be brave in ways he has never dared to before.P R A I S E "Poignant." -Foreword "Hauntingly hopeful." -Kirkus "Powerful." -School Library Connection.

Paperback. Condizione: New. NOW IN PAPERBACK! Two brothers fight to reunite amidst the turmoil of the Syrian War. Since the passing of their father, Omar has tried-and in his little brother Sufyan's eyes, failed-to be the man of his family of Syrian refugees. As Omar waits in line for rations, longing for the books he left behind when his family fled their home, Sufyan explores more nontraditional methods to provide for his family. Ignoring his brother's warnings, Sufyan gets more and more involved with a group that provides him with big rewards for doing seemingly inconsequential tasks. When the group abruptly gets more intense-taking Sufyan and other boys away from their families, teaching them how to shoot guns-Sufyan realizes his brother is right. But is it too late for Sufyan to get out of this? It's left to the bookish Omar to rescue his brother and reunite his family. He will have to take charge and be brave in ways he has never dared to before.P R A I S E "Poignant." -Foreword "Hauntingly hopeful." -Kirkus "Powerful." -School Library Connection.

Paperback. Condizione: New. NEWBERY HONOR AWARD WINNERBEST OF THE YEAR:NPR - Booklist - School Library Journal - Chicago Public Library - Evanston Public Library - Kirkus - Wall Street JournalThe Silk Road comes to life in this picaresque epic adventure with twists and turns and a wonderful surprise ending from Printz Medalist Daniel NayeriThis is the tale of an exciting journey along the Silk Road with a young Monk and his newfound guardian, Samir, a larger than life character and the so-called Seller of Dreams. The man is a scammer, his biggest skill being the ability to talk his way into getting what he wants. While that talking did save Monkey's life, it has left a lot of people furious with Samir- furious enough to hire assassins. Monkey decides to try and save Samir from the attempts on his life-as a way to pay off his debt! If he can save Samir six times, he'll be a free man . but will they all survive that long?Fans of Salman Rushdie's Haroun and the Sea of Stories and The Little Prince will fall in love with the bond between Monkey and Samir-in this swashbuckling all-ages page-turner from national best seller Daniel Nayeri.P R A I S E"Adventurous, funny and nimble. Daniel Nayeri understands this relationship between storytelling and magic, and finds every opportunity to celebrate it. "  -The New York Times "Daniel Nayeri conjures a richly colored 11th-century realm of merchants and swindlers, camels and donkeys, caravanserai and spice bazaars, and the gaudiest array of mercenaries ever assembled in a book for young readers."  -The Wall Street Journal4 STARRED REVIEWS  ? "An epic ­adventure with an enduring message about love and family."  -School Library Journal (starred) ? "Filled with the multicultural hustle and bustle of the Silk Road, enlivened by the unpredictable nature of unreliable storytellers, this is a strange, wondrous, and creative tale. Can family be found along the Silk Road, or will everyone ultimately betray you? An enticing taste of a rich historical world."   -Kirkus (starred) ? "Readers will find more than expected, including tender philosophies, complex characterizations, heaps of humor, a masterful twist, and most importantly, just a great story, beautifully told."  -Booklist (starred) ? "Blends playful humor, solid pacing, and fully realized characters into a witty, assassin-studded traveler's yarn that also serves as a memorable, lively portrait of the 11th-century Silk Road."   -Publishers Weekly (starred) "Nayeri's immersive writing style brings a you-are-there energy to the depiction of the harsh but gorgeous environment of the Silk Road, and an informative author's note further details the geography of the trail, its economic and social value, and the many people who traversed it. The book ends with a simple but profound reminder that love comes in many forms, it is almost always messy and unpredictable, and it is almost always worth every effort toward it."  -Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books "Daniel Nayeri has a gift. The.

Paperback. Condizione: New. SYDNEY TAYLOR BOOK AWARD WINNER NATIONAL JEWISH BOOK AWARD WINNER Shaindy is a twelve-year-old Orthodox Jewish girl who struggles in school and has no good friends. She watches with envy as her next-door neighbor, GAYIL, excels socially and academically. They have little to do with each other, and it comes as a surprise when Shaindy looks out her window one September evening and sees Gayil staring out at her from her own window with a sign reading want to know a secret? The secret (at first) is that Gayil has a key fob that will allow them to break into their school after hours. Together, they set up a harmless prank in their classroom. But under Gayil's instigation the mischief becomes malice, and Shaindy sees that the pranks and humiliations are targeted only at certain girls. But what could they have in common? With the fear of Gayil's fury and her own reluctance growing, Shaindy comes to the terrifying conclusion that if she can't figure out how to stop it, the next target could be her. P R A I S E ? "Absorbing and principled. Lowe wastes not a word in crafting this taut and emotionally roiled exploration of culpability and forgiveness. Gayil is right-'sixth grade is hard'-and Shaindy's vulnerability will likely resonate deeply with readers who share Shaindy's longing for acceptance." -Shelf-Awareness (starred) ? "[An] introspective novel full of perceptive emotional observations." -Horn Book (starred) "Pitch-perfect. The struggle between trying to fit in and keeping true to yourself will resonate with all tweens." -School Library Journal "This thoughtful middle grade novel explores the complexity of middle school friendships, bullying, and what it means to make amends and have a fresh start." -Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books "An enormously rewarding meditation on friendship, fairness, and forgiveness." -Booklist "A nuanced exploration of the intricacies of friendship. Engrossing and deeply relatable." -Kirkus.

Paperback. Condizione: New. One week. One prize. Seven really weird challenges. The kids at Benjamin Banneker College Prep are a little. competitive. Okay. They're a LOT competitive. The minute Principal Yee announces an epic competition for the golden B-B trophy, seventh-grader Frederick Douglass Zezzmer knows he has to win. But it won't be easy. The competition doesn't just include science, technology, engineering, and math. It also has arts and sports. Not Doug's best subjects. Even worse, it's a TEAM competition. Instead of being in a superstar group, Doug gets paired with four middle school misfits no one else wants. Worst of all, Doug's dad has a horrible backup plan. If Doug doesn't win, he has to forget about becoming the World's Greatest Inventor and spend the summer in sports camp, with his scary stepbrother. With only a week to go, Doug launches a quest to turn his team of outcasts into winners. and maybe even friends.P R A I S E ? "Thomas strews the increasingly suspenseful competition with teachable moments and traces learning curves not only for the students but for teachers and parents, too. Reminiscent of E. L. Konigsburg's TheView from Saturday."-Booklist (starred) "Creative and hilarious.the novel's narration shifts among many perspectives, giving a rich, panoramic view of how stressful yet ultimately rewarding these learning experiences are for the overachievers, the socially awkward, the kids with complicated home lives, and all those who just need to see each other a little differently."-Kirkus Reviews "Witty competition drama. a telling that prioritizes characters' interiority as well as their impact on each other's lives. While Doug's determined voice is the primary focus, the rotating narratives showcase each of the racially diverse characters' individual stressors, delivering a well-rounded accounting that is better for its multiplicity."-Publishers Weekly "Thomas's debut novel is a refreshing take on middle-school life-smart kids who know they are going places but learn to take care of one another along the way."-Horn Book "Thomas uses wacky humor to deliver a light but laudable message about teamwork and friendship being more important than placing first."-School Library Journal "Being a middle school kid is. Complicated. And author J.E. Thomas knows how to show readers just how much is going on in a tween's world, in a fun and engaging way. Rich characters, realistic portrayal of middle school life, and action surrounding a STEAMS Competition makes CONTROL FREAKS a perfect book for kids, parents, and educators alike."-Fleur Bradley, author of Midnight at the Barclay Hotel "Witty competition drama. a telling that prioritizes characters' interiority as well as their impact on each other's lives. While Doug's determined voice is the primary focus, the rotating narratives showcase each of the racially diverse characters' individual stressors, delivering a well-rounded accounting that is better for its multiplicity." -Publishers Weekly "Thoma.

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Paperback. Condizione: New. SYDNEY TAYLOR BOOK AWARD WINNER NATIONAL JEWISH BOOK AWARD WINNER Shaindy is a twelve-year-old Orthodox Jewish girl who struggles in school and has no good friends. She watches with envy as her next-door neighbor, GAYIL, excels socially and academically. They have little to do with each other, and it comes as a surprise when Shaindy looks out her window one September evening and sees Gayil staring out at her from her own window with a sign reading want to know a secret? The secret (at first) is that Gayil has a key fob that will allow them to break into their school after hours. Together, they set up a harmless prank in their classroom. But under Gayil's instigation the mischief becomes malice, and Shaindy sees that the pranks and humiliations are targeted only at certain girls. But what could they have in common? With the fear of Gayil's fury and her own reluctance growing, Shaindy comes to the terrifying conclusion that if she can't figure out how to stop it, the next target could be her. P R A I S E ? "Absorbing and principled. Lowe wastes not a word in crafting this taut and emotionally roiled exploration of culpability and forgiveness. Gayil is right-'sixth grade is hard'-and Shaindy's vulnerability will likely resonate deeply with readers who share Shaindy's longing for acceptance." -Shelf-Awareness (starred) ? "[An] introspective novel full of perceptive emotional observations." -Horn Book (starred) "Pitch-perfect. The struggle between trying to fit in and keeping true to yourself will resonate with all tweens." -School Library Journal "This thoughtful middle grade novel explores the complexity of middle school friendships, bullying, and what it means to make amends and have a fresh start." -Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books "An enormously rewarding meditation on friendship, fairness, and forgiveness." -Booklist "A nuanced exploration of the intricacies of friendship. Engrossing and deeply relatable." -Kirkus.

Paperback. Condizione: New. NEWBERY HONOR AWARD WINNERBEST OF THE YEAR:NPR - Booklist - School Library Journal - Chicago Public Library - Evanston Public Library - Kirkus - Wall Street JournalThe Silk Road comes to life in this picaresque epic adventure with twists and turns and a wonderful surprise ending from Printz Medalist Daniel NayeriThis is the tale of an exciting journey along the Silk Road with a young Monk and his newfound guardian, Samir, a larger than life character and the so-called Seller of Dreams. The man is a scammer, his biggest skill being the ability to talk his way into getting what he wants. While that talking did save Monkey's life, it has left a lot of people furious with Samir- furious enough to hire assassins. Monkey decides to try and save Samir from the attempts on his life-as a way to pay off his debt! If he can save Samir six times, he'll be a free man . but will they all survive that long?Fans of Salman Rushdie's Haroun and the Sea of Stories and The Little Prince will fall in love with the bond between Monkey and Samir-in this swashbuckling all-ages page-turner from national best seller Daniel Nayeri.P R A I S E"Adventurous, funny and nimble. Daniel Nayeri understands this relationship between storytelling and magic, and finds every opportunity to celebrate it. "  -The New York Times "Daniel Nayeri conjures a richly colored 11th-century realm of merchants and swindlers, camels and donkeys, caravanserai and spice bazaars, and the gaudiest array of mercenaries ever assembled in a book for young readers."  -The Wall Street Journal4 STARRED REVIEWS  ? "An epic ­adventure with an enduring message about love and family."  -School Library Journal (starred) ? "Filled with the multicultural hustle and bustle of the Silk Road, enlivened by the unpredictable nature of unreliable storytellers, this is a strange, wondrous, and creative tale. Can family be found along the Silk Road, or will everyone ultimately betray you? An enticing taste of a rich historical world."   -Kirkus (starred) ? "Readers will find more than expected, including tender philosophies, complex characterizations, heaps of humor, a masterful twist, and most importantly, just a great story, beautifully told."  -Booklist (starred) ? "Blends playful humor, solid pacing, and fully realized characters into a witty, assassin-studded traveler's yarn that also serves as a memorable, lively portrait of the 11th-century Silk Road."   -Publishers Weekly (starred) "Nayeri's immersive writing style brings a you-are-there energy to the depiction of the harsh but gorgeous environment of the Silk Road, and an informative author's note further details the geography of the trail, its economic and social value, and the many people who traversed it. The book ends with a simple but profound reminder that love comes in many forms, it is almost always messy and unpredictable, and it is almost always worth every effort toward it."  -Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books "Daniel Nayeri has a gift. The.

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Paperback. Condizione: New. NOW ON PAPERBACK!BEST OF THE YEAR: Chicago Public Library · Kids' Indie Next ListA story of multigenerational pain, magic, and the lengths to which we'll go to protect the people we love. Kohei Fujiwara has never seen a big ryu? in real life. Those dragons all disappeared from Japan after World War II, and twenty years later, they've become the stuff of legend. Their smaller cousins, who can fit in your palm, are all that remain. And Kohei loves his ryu?, Yuharu, but. . . . . .Kohei has a memory of the big ryu? He knows that's impossible, but still, it's there, in his mind. In it, he can see his grandpa - Ojiisan - gazing up at the big ryu? with what looks to Kohei like total and absolute wonder. When Kohei was little, he dreamed he'd go on a grand quest to bring the big ryu? back, to get Ojiisan to smile again. But now, Ojiisan is really, really sick. And Kohei is running out of time. Kohei needs to find the big ryu? now, before it's too late. With the help of Isolde, his new half-Jewish, half-Japanese neighbor; and Isolde's Yiddish-speaking dragon, Cheshire; he thinks he can do it. Maybe. He doesn't have a choice.P R A I S E ? "A thought-provoking, magical middle-grade journey that explores sacrifices, faith in allies and the resilient hopefulness of a child. A boy, his new friend and their dragons travel across Japan in search of a giant dragon they believe may heal his grandfather in this hopeful and stirring middle-grade debut."-Shelf-Awareness (starred) "A spellbinding mix of fantasy and alternate history that explores themes of generational trauma, resilience, and family love. Recommended."-School Library Journal "A beautiful-though complex-exploration of generational trauma."-Kirkus "Cohen interweaves Japanese dragon imagery, history, and post-war culture in a story that muses on the legacies of emotion and family experiences in shaping identity after war. She blends her fantastical imagery with historical fact and realism, bringing readers commentary and questions on cultural identity, racism, friendship, and political activism."-Horn Book "Kohei and Isolde are a dynamic pair, with contrasting skills and such different life experiences that they are constantly challenging and learning from each other. The thread of quiet agony that runs under the misery of Kohei's mother and the anger of his grandfather hints at the war and its devastating ripples across generations."-BCCB "Emi Watanabe Cohen does an admirable job of breathing life into this story of multicultural identity, family secrets, the effect of guilt on family relationships, forgiveness, and hope for the future."-School Library Connection "Gentle, humorous, and touching. A fantasy novel whose full-blooded mythology helps to emphasize the humanity of its characters."-Foreword.

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Paperback. Condizione: New. A stunning collection of oral histories from Black elders who grew up in the Jim Crow South The past is not past. We may think something ancient history, or something that doesn't affect our present day, but we would be wrong.Those Who Saw the Sun is a collection of oral histories told by Black people who grew up in the South during the time of Jim Crow. Jaha Nailah Avery is a lawyer, scholar, and reporter whose family has roots in North Carolina stretching back over 300 years. These interviews have been a personal passion project for years as she's traveled across the South meeting with elders and hearing their stories. One of the most important things a culture can do is preserve history, truthfully. In Those Who Saw the Sun we have the special experience of hearing this history as it was experienced by those who were really there. The opportunity to read their stories, their similarities and differences, where they agree and disagree, and where they overcame obstacles and found joy - feels truly like a gift.P R A I S E ? "Profound. Avery's thoughtful questions and the answers they elicit engage well with the impressive minds, often put-upon bodies, and persisting souls of subjects and readers alike."-BCCB (starred) ? "Powerful. Avery highlights essential perspectives on significant cultural moments and movements by centering the voices of those who lived them. With the intention of preserving varied Black experiences and the wisdom and knowledge they offer, the creator crafts a vital, nuanced depiction of a fraught period in American history via myriad perspectives."-Publishers Weekly (starred) ? "These elders' voices are a collective treasure."-Kirkus (starred) "Compelling."-School Library Connection "Chilling. bring[s] alive the realities of life under Jim Crow."-Booklist ? "These elders' voices are a collective treasure." -Kirkus (starred) "Compelling." -School Library Connection "Chilling. bring[s] alive the realities of life under Jim Crow." -Booklist.

Hardback. Condizione: New. Here is a book to celebrate firsts. That first magical day of spring, when it seems the whole world is bursting with life. That first time bursting out of your house after being cooped up for SO long. Your first time on the swingset. Your first time seeing a butterfly. Your first time exploring the world with someone you love. From Henrique Coser Moreira comes a wordless ode to joy and discovery that will stir readers young and old.P R A I S E ? "Pure joy."-BookPage(starred) ? "All the delights of spring are found within the covers in this charming, wordless picture book."-School Library Journal (starred) ? "Ivan Brunetti by way of Rowboat Watkins, and readers will sense the opportunities waiting just outside their own doors. A joyous adventure, bright and brimming with exuberance."-Booklist (starred) ? "This wordless book celebrates-with abundant style-the arrival of spring. . . playful and exceptionally funny. . . A breath of fresh air, in more ways than one."-Horn Book (starred) "A quirky and buoyant romp through spring."-Kirkus "Wordless panels mix the whimsical and the mundane in depicting a child's exuberant outdoor exploits on the titular first of May."-Publishers Weekly.

Paperback. Condizione: New. A stunning collection of oral histories from Black elders who grew up in the Jim Crow South The past is not past. We may think something ancient history, or something that doesn't affect our present day, but we would be wrong.Those Who Saw the Sun is a collection of oral histories told by Black people who grew up in the South during the time of Jim Crow. Jaha Nailah Avery is a lawyer, scholar, and reporter whose family has roots in North Carolina stretching back over 300 years. These interviews have been a personal passion project for years as she's traveled across the South meeting with elders and hearing their stories. One of the most important things a culture can do is preserve history, truthfully. In Those Who Saw the Sun we have the special experience of hearing this history as it was experienced by those who were really there. The opportunity to read their stories, their similarities and differences, where they agree and disagree, and where they overcame obstacles and found joy - feels truly like a gift.P R A I S E ? "Profound. Avery's thoughtful questions and the answers they elicit engage well with the impressive minds, often put-upon bodies, and persisting souls of subjects and readers alike."-BCCB (starred) ? "Powerful. Avery highlights essential perspectives on significant cultural moments and movements by centering the voices of those who lived them. With the intention of preserving varied Black experiences and the wisdom and knowledge they offer, the creator crafts a vital, nuanced depiction of a fraught period in American history via myriad perspectives."-Publishers Weekly (starred) ? "These elders' voices are a collective treasure."-Kirkus (starred) "Compelling."-School Library Connection "Chilling. bring[s] alive the realities of life under Jim Crow."-Booklist ? "These elders' voices are a collective treasure." -Kirkus (starred) "Compelling." -School Library Connection "Chilling. bring[s] alive the realities of life under Jim Crow." -Booklist.

Paperback. Condizione: New. Cai, Rovina (illustratore). Best of the Year: NPR - Common Sense Media - BookPage - KirkusShane works with her mother and their ghost dogs, tracking down missing persons even when their families can't afford to pay. Their own family was displaced from their traditional home years ago following a devastating flood - and the loss of Shane's father and her grandparents. They don't think they'll ever get their home back.Then Shane's mother and a local boy go missing, after a strange interaction with a fairy ring. Shane, her brother, her friends, and her lone, surviving grandparent - who isn't to be trusted - set off on the road to find them. But they may not be anywhere in this world - or this place in time.Nevertheless, Shane is going to find them.Darcie Little Badger's Elatsoe launched her career and in the years since has become a beloved favorite. This prequel to Elatsoe, centered on Ellie's grandmother, deepens and expands Darcie's one-of-a-kind world and introduces us to another cast of characters that will wend their way around readers' hearts.P R A I S ESTAR - "A classic fantasy adventure and a balm for any soul weary of oppression."-Kirkus (starred)STAR - "A wonderful addition to the Elatsoe universe with vital representation, worthy of any YA collection. Highly recommended."-School Library Journal (starred)STAR - "Allows readers to absorb each inventive twist, unexpected encounter, jolt of creepy menace, and dreamy illustration."-Booklist (starred)STAR - "With elements of Lipan Apache oral history, fantasy, and mysteries, the captivating novel Sheine Lende follows found and inherited family members as they persevere."-Foreword (starred)"Epic."-Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books"Gritty, luminous. beguiling."-Shelf-Awareness"Darcie Little Badger is so good at what she does, and I can't wait to see what she comes up with next."-Locus Magazine.

Paperback. Condizione: New. NATIONAL BESTSELLERIn this breathtaking work of Indigenous futurism, Darcie Little Badger weaves an unforgettable tale of monsters, magic, and family Nina is a Lipan girl in our world. She's always felt there was something more out there. She still believes in the old stories.Oli is a cottonmouth kid, from the land of spirits and monsters. Like all cottonmouths, he's been cast from home. He's found a new one on the banks of the bottomless lake.Nina and Oli have no idea the other exists. But a catastrophic event on Earth, and a strange sickness that befalls Oli's best friend, will drive their worlds together in ways they haven't been in centuries.And there are some who will kill to keep them apart. BEST OF THE YEARMinneapolis Star Tribune . Publishers Weekly . Kirkus . Apple Books . New York Public Library . Chicago Public Library . AutostraddleAWARDSNEBULA AWARD WINNERNEWBERY AWARD HONORAMERICAN INDIAN YOUTH LITERATURE AWARD HONORNATIONAL BOOK AWARD LONGLISTP R A I S E"A spellbinding tale." -Texas Monthly"Genre-bending."-TIME"Undeniably charming."-Tor.com? "Evokes the timeless feeling of listening to traditional oral storytelling."-Kirkus (starred) ? "Fun, imaginative, and deeply immersive, this story will be long in the minds of readers."-Publishers Weekly (starred)? "Magical, stunning, and wholly original."-Booklist (starred)"A highly descriptive story which absorbs the audience into its world, readers will become invested in reading until the very end."-School Library Connection"A highly descriptive story which absorbs the audience into its world, readers will become invested in reading until the very end."-School Library Connection.

Hardback. Condizione: New. Schaap, Annet (illustratore). Winner of the National Book Award for Children's Literature in the Netherlands!A tender, lyrical story of an Afghani girl finding a new home, new friends, and refuge-with the help of a very special bunny.Meet Roya, her three brothers, and their parents. They've just welcomed a new family member: Mishka, a fluffy bunny rabbit! Mishka quickly becomes the beloved heart of their new home in the Netherlands. As Mishka settles in, he (and Roya!) gradually learn the incredible story of their family's journey from Afghanistan, told from the unique perspectives of big Bashir, gentle Hamayun, tough Navid, and sometimes Mom and Dad.Inspired by co-author Anoush Elman's own experiences fleeing Afghanistan as a child, this gorgeous, full-color illustrated chapter book by Anoush Elman and Edward van de Vendel is a story readers and parents will treasure. It's a heartwarming tale of a young girl navigating a new country, a new school, and the joys (and challenges!) of making new friends-and yes, even a bunny escape!P R A I S E? "Deftly weaving in moments of humor, joy, and sadness, the authors offer a gentle, child's-eye view of the dangers the family faces. Profoundly and charmingly moving."- Kirkus (starred review)? "Van de Vendel and Elman's touching narrative. gets to the emotional heart of Roya's circumstances. This is a story with deftly drawn characters and clearly demonstrated familial love. Schaap's full-page color portraits of various characters with Mishka add elegance to this evocative and memorable presentation."- Booklist (starred review)? "This tender novel, narrated in a simple, affecting voice by nine-year-old Roya, gently illuminates the disorienting effects of the refugee experience on a child. sensitively written and poignant."- Publishers Weekly (starred review)BEST OF THE YEARPublishers Weekly - NYPL - Booklist.

Paperback. Condizione: New. Cai, Rovina (illustratore). One of TIME Magazine's Top 100 Fantasy Novels of All Time - Now in Paperback! Locus Award Winner-Best First Novel A National Indie Bestseller Nebula Award Finalist Lodestar Award Finalist Ignyte Award Finalist TIME's Best 100 Fantasy Books of All Time NPR Best of the Year Booklist's Top 10 First Novels for Youth A BookPage Best of the Year Chicago Public Library Best of the Best PNBA Bestseller Publishers Weekly Best of the Year Buzzfeed's Best YA SFF of the Year Shelf-Awareness Best of the Year AICL Best YA of the Year NECBA Windows and Mirrors Selection NEIBA Award Finalist Tor Best of the Year Kirkus Best YA of the Year Publishers Weekly Flying Start American Indian Youth Literature Award Finalist "Groundbreaking." -TIME "Deeply enjoyable from start to finish."-NPR "Utterly magical." -SyFyWire "Atmospheric and lyrical. . . a gorgeous work of art."-BuzzFeed "One of the best YA debuts of 2020. Read it.-Marieke Nijkamp ? "A fresh voice and perspective."-Booklist, starred review ? "A unique and powerful Native American voice."-BookPage, starred review ? "A brilliant, engaging debut."-Kirkus Reviews, starred review ? "A fast-paced murder mystery."-Publishers Weekly, starred review ? "A Lipan Apache Sookie Stackhouse for the teen set." -Shelf-Awareness, starred reviewA Texas teen comes face-to-face with a cousin's ghost and vows to unmask the murderer. Elatsoe-Ellie for short-lives in an alternate contemporary America shaped by the ancestral magics and knowledge of its Indigenous and immigrant groups. She can raise the spirits of dead animals-most importantly, her ghost dog Kirby. When her beloved cousin dies, all signs point to a car crash, but his ghost tells her otherwise: He was murdered. Who killed him and how did he die? With the help of her family, her best friend Jay, and the memory great, great, great, great, great, great grandmother, Elatsoe, must track down the killer and unravel the mystery of this creepy town and it's dark past. But will the nefarious townsfolk and a mysterious Doctor stop her before she gets started? The breathtaking debut novel from Darcie Little Badger features an asexual, Apache teen protagonist - and combines mystery, horror, noir, ancestral knowledge, haunting illustrations, and fantasy elements, in one of the most-talked-about books in years.

Paperback. Condizione: New. NATIONAL BESTSELLERIn this breathtaking work of Indigenous futurism, Darcie Little Badger weaves an unforgettable tale of monsters, magic, and family Nina is a Lipan girl in our world. She's always felt there was something more out there. She still believes in the old stories.Oli is a cottonmouth kid, from the land of spirits and monsters. Like all cottonmouths, he's been cast from home. He's found a new one on the banks of the bottomless lake.Nina and Oli have no idea the other exists. But a catastrophic event on Earth, and a strange sickness that befalls Oli's best friend, will drive their worlds together in ways they haven't been in centuries.And there are some who will kill to keep them apart. BEST OF THE YEARMinneapolis Star Tribune . Publishers Weekly . Kirkus . Apple Books . New York Public Library . Chicago Public Library . AutostraddleAWARDSNEBULA AWARD WINNERNEWBERY AWARD HONORAMERICAN INDIAN YOUTH LITERATURE AWARD HONORNATIONAL BOOK AWARD LONGLISTP R A I S E"A spellbinding tale." -Texas Monthly"Genre-bending."-TIME"Undeniably charming."-Tor.com? "Evokes the timeless feeling of listening to traditional oral storytelling."-Kirkus (starred) ? "Fun, imaginative, and deeply immersive, this story will be long in the minds of readers."-Publishers Weekly (starred)? "Magical, stunning, and wholly original."-Booklist (starred)"A highly descriptive story which absorbs the audience into its world, readers will become invested in reading until the very end."-School Library Connection"A highly descriptive story which absorbs the audience into its world, readers will become invested in reading until the very end."-School Library Connection.

Hardback. Condizione: New. From Norway comes an international horror hit that is shudderingly terrifying and deliciously original.  The world has been overrun by hitherto unknown beasts. Society has collapsed: the power is gone, cars are abandoned across the highways, and anyone left is hiding from the terrifying creatures -- and one another. Thirteen-year-old Abdi and his five-year-old sister Alva are on the run, their last hope to escape through the forest and to the sea. As they recall the strange events that led to the beasts' arrival, and how the two of them got to where they were, they must ask themselves who they can trust -- and what they will do to survive.

Paperback. Condizione: New. Now in paperback!An essential book of questions and answers for Native and non-Native young readers alike.Ranging from "Why is there such a fuss about nonnative people wearing Indian costumes for Halloween?" to "Why is it called a 'traditional Indian fry bread taco'?" to "What's it like for natives who don't look native?" to "Why are Indians so often imagined rather than understood?", and beyond, Everything You Wanted to Know About Indians But Were Afraid to Ask (Young Readers Edition) does exactly what its title says for young readers, in a style consistently thoughtful, personal, and engaging.Updated and expanded to include:* Dozens of New Questions and New Sections-including a social activism section that explores the Dakota Access Pipeline, racism, identity, politics, and more!* Over 50 new Photos* Adapted text for broad appealP R A I S EBest of the Year: Chicago Public Library * Kirkus * Cooperative Children's Book Center "A wide-ranging compendium of provocative questions and satisfying answers. Perfect for browsing or a deep dive."-San Francisco Chronicle ? "Wise, well-researched, and not to be missed. This collection of short essays about Native Americans is comprehensive, equitable, and generous." -Kirkus (starred)? "Reading this book is like enjoying a talk with a close relative who wants you to learn, grow, and continue to ask questions. This book is an important resource about contemporary North American Indigenous peoples. ­Recommend for all libraries."-School Library Journal (starred)"An excellent resource that should be in every middle and high school."-School Library Connection"A personal, reflective, yet thoroughly grounded take on the present as well as the past, and it's a great starting place for young readers beginning to ask these exact questions." -Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books.

Paperback. Condizione: New. Cai, Rovina (illustratore). Best of the Year: NPR - Common Sense Media - BookPage - KirkusShane works with her mother and their ghost dogs, tracking down missing persons even when their families can't afford to pay. Their own family was displaced from their traditional home years ago following a devastating flood - and the loss of Shane's father and her grandparents. They don't think they'll ever get their home back.Then Shane's mother and a local boy go missing, after a strange interaction with a fairy ring. Shane, her brother, her friends, and her lone, surviving grandparent - who isn't to be trusted - set off on the road to find them. But they may not be anywhere in this world - or this place in time.Nevertheless, Shane is going to find them.Darcie Little Badger's Elatsoe launched her career and in the years since has become a beloved favorite. This prequel to Elatsoe, centered on Ellie's grandmother, deepens and expands Darcie's one-of-a-kind world and introduces us to another cast of characters that will wend their way around readers' hearts.P R A I S ESTAR - "A classic fantasy adventure and a balm for any soul weary of oppression."-Kirkus (starred)STAR - "A wonderful addition to the Elatsoe universe with vital representation, worthy of any YA collection. Highly recommended."-School Library Journal (starred)STAR - "Allows readers to absorb each inventive twist, unexpected encounter, jolt of creepy menace, and dreamy illustration."-Booklist (starred)STAR - "With elements of Lipan Apache oral history, fantasy, and mysteries, the captivating novel Sheine Lende follows found and inherited family members as they persevere."-Foreword (starred)"Epic."-Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books"Gritty, luminous. beguiling."-Shelf-Awareness"Darcie Little Badger is so good at what she does, and I can't wait to see what she comes up with next."-Locus Magazine.