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"Are you a basketball superfan? Do you want to dive into the life of one of the greatest players? From the Totally Awesome World series for middle-grade readers, this book covers all the major highlights of Steph Curry's career on and off the basketball court. Play-by-plays of Curry's athletic achievements, his masterful entrepreneurship, and extensive philanthropy, plus fun facts, quizzes, and trivia, are accompanied by plenty of graphics and illustrations...
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"Life is filled with ups and downs. No matter what, keep a song in your heart. Keep singing. For Lucimarian 'Lucy' Tolliver, life on Lucy Street was nothing but a joyful dream. She spent her days happily playing in the neighborhood with her best friend, Wanda, and her grandpa's wise words and warm embrace were only a few blocks away. However, when financial misfortune strikes Lucy and her family during the Depression, she struggles to hold on to the...
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"Based on the electric and historic appointment of Ketanji Brown Jackson to the Supreme Court, this poetic picture book from powerhouse jessica Care moore outlines the dreams of a young girl who wants to change the world one day. Regardless of the obstacles put into place, her crown shines brightly. A love letter to the Black women pioneers of the past and to the next little girl who will one day be crowned..."--Provided by publisher.
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"Meet journalist and activist Ida B. Wells in this second vibrant middle grade biography in the Rise. Risk. Remember. Incredible Stories series spotlighting Black women who left their mark on history from acclaimed and New York Times bestselling author Erica Armstrong Dunbar and Candace Buford. Born into slavery, Ida B. Wells (1862-1931) grew up watching her family fight for Black rights during the Reconstruction Era. After receiving her education,...
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"A vibrant and joyful picture book that celebrates the legacy of Marsha P. Johnson, a Black trans woman and activist who played an instrumental role during the Stonewall Riots that lead to PRIDE month, written by award-winning filmmaker and artist Tourmaline"--
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"A picture book about the origin and advancement of humans"--
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"A biography of the Civil Rights icon, activist, and scholar Angela Davis"--
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"New York Times bestselling author and first black female American Ballet Theatre principal dancer Misty Copeland offers advice for on and off the dance floor to young readers based on letters she's received over the years from fans. As the first African American principal female dancer at American Ballet Theatre, Misty Copeland has spent most of her career navigating a white-dominated industry that puts many barriers in her path. Through it all,...
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"Black athletes such as Simone Biles have dominated the gymnastics world. But there's also been a lack of diversity in the sport. Learn about Black women who have made a difference in gymnastics"--
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"Black athletes had been playing basketball long before the NBA and WNBA existed. Discover basketball's origins, the stars of the Black Fives, and the Black Fives's lasting impact on the sport"--
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"From the late 1800s to 1947, Major League Baseball prevented Black athletes from competing. Many played in the Negro Leagues. Learn about the history of the Negro Leagues and some of baseball's greatest players"--
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"Little William loved school, but when problems hit the family farm in Malawi, there wasn't enough money to pay for his education. He kept learning on his own, and after reading that windmills could make electricity, he built one using scrap parts. William shared his knowledge to help his village, his country, and beyond, changing lives and showing the power of curiosity. This incredible story of the inventor features a fact and photo section at the...
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"Compiling the definitive speeches, sermons, and correspondence as well as some never-before-seen original material, this comprehensive narrative biography of American icon, Malcolm X, will be the definitive reference volume for young readers"--
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"From ice cream scoopers to extendable fire truck ladders, the inventions of Black innovators have changed history. Through playful art and rhyming text, readers follow a bustling modern family as they get ready for a beloved relative's 100th birthday. Woven into their activities are ten inventions that positively impact their daily lives-and ours! Both a clever counting book and a celebration of Black history, Inventions to Count On shines a light...
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Aaron Judge was a big kid with big talent. He was a star in basketball, baseball, and football. Many colleges tried to recruit him to play football, but his true love was always baseball. From winning the Home Run Derby his rookie year to smashing a home run during his first at-bat with the Yankees, Judge has had many amazing moments. Find out all about this superstar slugger in this sports biography.
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"Go on patrol with the Black Mambas, South Africa's first women-led anti-poaching unit. Meet the rangers and discover all they do to protect the wildlife at the Olifants West Nature Reserve"--
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New York Times bestselling author Jemar Tisby collects the true, impactful stories of figures from across history-from the well-known to those often forgotten-who resisted racism and created a legacy of hope and perseverance. Each short biography is paired with an illustration to help inspire young readers to continue to work toward justice today. We are living in the civil rights movement of our day. But the challenges of the present call us to remember...
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"Learn about inspiring story of Patrick Mahomes! The legendary American footballer and MVP who grew up dreaming of being a baseball player. Little Patrick grew up in Texas. His dad was a legendary baseball player and he dreamt of following in his footsteps. As a child, he excelled at all sorts of sports: from baseball to basketball to ping-pong, but it was American football which captured his heart. In college, he dedicated himself to building his...
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"Lamar Jackson is a two-time NFL MVP winner. With accurate passes, strong leadership, and record-breaking rushing stats, the Baltimore Ravens quarterback is one of the best. Readers learn more about his life and career"--
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Kwesi doesn't know how to swim and discovers his grandmother, Nana Ruby, doesn't either, so they turn to the West African legend of Mami Wata to face their fears, in an intergenerational story about the importance of naming, acknowledging and facing fears.