Stories in rhyme 
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"A family has fled their homeland in search of safety in another country, carrying a single suitcase. As their journey unfolds, the oldest child reflects on the special contents of that suitcase: photo albums that evoke eleven of many names for love in Arabic. From sunshine-warm friendship to the love that dissolves all tears; from the love that makes you swoon to the love that leaves you yearning for the heart's homeland--her family has experienced...
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Follows how a Gabi is made in Ethiopia from seed to harvest, to weaving to shop, to gift for Girma.
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Rhyming text illustrates that in a world where we share more similarities than differences, the power of empathy and kindness is universal.
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"When Saamidah, a young Palestinian refugee, is asked by her friends what her name means, she isn't quite sure what to say. She turns to her Baba for some answers - but what she gets is an adventure beyond her wildest dreams. Join Saamidah on a lyrical journey, with dazzling illustrations, that brings to life her beloved homeland and celebrates the richness of her cultural heritage and the determination to return"--Back cover.
5. Sister day
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"Two sisters ... are excited to go on a backyard adventure. But when their make-believe meets with disaster, the sisters take some time apart. They learn to forgive each other's mistakes, and soon the sisters are combining their ideas to make the most beautiful backyard kingdom of all"--
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"The candles are lit, the food is prepared, and the sweet smell of copal floats in the air on Día de Muertos. Built with love and dedication, the family ofrenda stands with pride. As everyone gathers to share in this ritual, each element added to the ofrenda is infused with significance-from the sugar skulls placed with care on top of the embroidered cloth to the golden petals that guide the way. Told after the style of the English nursery rhyme...
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"Written by three celebrated women of color sociologists, Love without Bounds: An IntersectionAllies Book about Families is a joyful, heartwarming celebration of family in all its forms: multicultural families; LGBTQ+ families; adoptive and foster care families; single-parent and blended families; transnational families; families impacted by incarceration, detention, and deportation; chosen families; military families; and more. By focusing on the...
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Rhyming text illustrates how small acts become powerful seeds that improve oneself and the community.
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Illustrations and gently rhyming text follow two mothers and their toddler on a sunny day.
10. Challah day!
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Follows a family as they make homemade challah bread from the heart. Includes information about challah and a recipe.
11. Love the world
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Whether looking at one's own nose and toes, helping others, or exploring the world, there's always something to love.
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"When a new family moves in, the whole neighborhood comes together to celebrate what makes their community diverse and special"--
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"Cornrows forming complex patterns. Shells and beads on boxy braids. A flowery 'fro that's wash-and-go. A regal pouf that scrapes the sky. Black hair styles embody beauty and loving ritual, culture and community, expression and strength, patience and boundless creativity. Carole Boston Weatherford and Ekua Holmes bring this array of gorgeous hair designs--and the individuals who wear them--to bold and powerful life. Readers curious to know more can...