Booklist: I'm Your Neighbor Books

Books from the "I'm Your Neighbor" website, and about building a welcoming community.
 

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1. The Gabi that Girma wore

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Author:
Adefris, Fasika
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East Regional - Picture Books
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Eva H. Perry Regional - Picture Books
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Fuquay-Varina Community - Picture Books
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Description:
Follows how a Gabi is made in Ethiopia from seed to harvest, to weaving to shop, to gift for Girma.

2. I am enough

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Author:
Byers, Grace
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5 stars
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Eva H. Perry Regional - Picture Books
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Fuquay-Varina Community - Picture Books
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Description:
Shares a story of loving who you are, respecting others and being kind to one another.

3. Sister day

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Author:
Gopal, Jyoti Rajan
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Eva H. Perry Regional - Picture Books
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Fuquay-Varina Community - Picture Books
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Green Road Community - Picture Books
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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"--

4. Under my hijab

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Author:
Khan, Hena
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5 stars
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Duraleigh Road - Picture Books
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As a young girl observes that each of six women in her life wears her hijab and hair in a different way, she considers how to express her own style one day.

5. Seeds of change

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Author:
Laden, Nina
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Rhyming text illustrates how small acts become powerful seeds that improve oneself and the community.

6. Be a bridge

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Author:
Latham, Irene
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4 stars
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Duraleigh Road - Picture Books
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"Upbeat rhyming verse and colorful illustrations of a diverse group of students invite readers to "be a bridge" by taking actions that foster inclusivity, respect, and connection"--

7. Plenty of hugs

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Author:
Manushkin, Fran
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3 stars
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East Regional - Picture Books has 3
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Illustrations and gently rhyming text follow two mothers and their toddler on a sunny day.

8. Challah day!

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Author:
Offsay, Charlotte
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East Regional - Picture Books has 2
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Eva H. Perry Regional - Picture Books
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Follows a family as they make homemade challah bread from the heart. Includes information about challah and a recipe.

9. Love the world

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Author:
Parr, Todd
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4.7 stars
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Book, Board Book
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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.

10. All are neighbors

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Author:
Penfold, Alexandra
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3 stars
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Cary Regional - Picture Books
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"When a new family moves in, the whole neighborhood comes together to celebrate what makes their community diverse and special"--

11. All are welcome

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Author:
Penfold, Alexandra
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4.1 stars
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Illustrations and simple, rhyming text introduce a school where diversity is celebrated and songs, stories, and talents are shared.

12. Crowning glory: a celebration of Black hair

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Author:
Weatherford, Carole Boston, 1956-
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Athens Drive Community - Picture Books
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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...