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Love and Justice: A Journey of Empowerment, Activism, and Embracing Black Beauty
by Laetitia KyThe deeply personal story of artist, activist, and influencer Laetitia Ky, told through the powerful sculptures she creates with her own hair that embrace Black culture and beauty, the fight for social justice, and the journey toward self-love.Laetitia Ky is a one-of-a-kind artist, activist, and creative voice based in Ivory Coast, West Africa. With the help of extensions, wool, wire, and thread, Ky sculpts her hair into unique and compelling art pieces that shine a light on, and ignite conversation around, social justice. Her bold and intimate storytelling, which she openly shares with her extensive social media audience, covers issues like:• Sexism and internalized misogyny• Racial oppression• Reproductive rights and consent• Harmful beauty standards• Shame and its corrosive effect on mental health• And moreLove and Justice is equal parts memoir, artwork, and feminist manifesto. Ky's striking words, combined with 135 remarkable photographs, offer empowerment and inspiration. She emerges from her exploration of justice and equality with a message of self-love, showing readers the path to loving themselves and their bodies, expressing their voices, and feeling more confident.Through this celebration of women's empowerment, Ky extends a generous invitation to love ourselves, embrace our unique beauty, and to work toward a more just world.
Elemental: The Path to Healing Through Nature
by Andi Eaton AllemanAncient humans had an intimate connection to nature—we lived by the cycles of the sun and the moon, followed the flow of water when determining where to settle, and planted and sowed according to the shifts in seasons. With beautiful rituals and simple activities that return us to nature, Elemental teaches us to disconnect from the digital world to find better health and inner peace.The five elements—fire, earth, water, air, and ether—reside in each of us. In this richly illustrated book, Andi Eaton explores the energy each element holds, and teaches you how to incorporate a balance of each into your daily wellness practices: • Glow-inducing meditation and breathwork: Use a Breath of Fire exercise to glow with fire's energy• Rituals for grounding and balance: Host a Moon Manifestation Circle to ground yourself with earth's energy• Nourishing recipes and exercises: Take a Goddess Bath to nourish yourself with water's energyAs you explore each of the elements, you'll learn how to let your body speak and become an active listener to what it has to say. Elemental is about reconnecting with yourself: what lights you up and what leaves you feeling physically, emotionally, and spiritually balanced.
Search for a Giant Squid: Pick Your Path (Science Explorers)
by Amy Seto ForresterA new and exciting pick-your-path STEM adventure for emerging readers!This series starter takes emerging readers on an expedition to the ocean's twilight zone in search of a giant squid. But giant squids are hard to find. Readers will need to join the expedition and help make choices along the way. First they'll pick their submersible. And then their pilot and dive site. They'll need to be careful—not every path leads where it seems, but whatever path they pick, they';ll see and learn amazing things!SPARKS INTEREST IN STEM: This introduction to the career of marine zoologist, and the other members of a deep-sea expedition, lets readers dip their toes into being a teuthologist—a scientist who studies cephalopods such as octopus and squid. ENTERTAINS WHILE IT EDUCATES: Each possible path leads to a different outcome, so readers learn new facts about scientific expeditions and marine life as they explore the deep seas in search of the elusive giant squid.COMIC BOOK APPEAL: The bright, graphic-paneled imagery will entice kids drawn to comic books, while also making the abundance of information accessible even for the most reluctant reader.A DEEPER STEM DIVE: Teaches not just about giant squid, but about the many people needed to undertake a scientific expedition.INCLUSIVE APPROACH: Research shows children need to "see it to be it." The images in the book showcase a broader range of inclusivity than many STEM titles.THE FIRST IN A SERIES: Watch for the next choose-your-own-path book, all about mushrooms and mycology: the study of fungi!Perfect for:Emerging readers with an interest in STEM, ocean animals, and squids!Excellent resource for teachers, librarians, and homeschool educators to explore science, travel, and career topicsFans of other pick-your-path type books, National Geographic kids' books, and the Magic Tree House and Who Would Win book seriesBirthday, holiday, or summer break gift for boys and girls who love adventure books, animal books, and stories about the kraken and other sea monsters
Tiny T. Rex and the Very Dark Dark: (read-aloud Family Books, Dinosaurs Kids Book About Fear Of Darkness) (Tiny T Rex Ser.)
by Jonathan StutzmanThe adorable and indomitable Tiny T. Rex from the critically acclaimed Tiny T. Rex and The Impossible Hug is back in a tale about friendship and overcoming your fears.Tiny T. Rex and his friend Pointy are having a campout in the backyard! It is what best friends do. But without their nighty-lights, the dark outside suddenly seems VERY dark . . . and very full of spooky things. Good thing Tiny has a super-secret plan to keep the dark at bay! Full of warmth and plenty of laughs, this new adventure starring Tiny T. Rex shows that friends will always find a way to face their fears together—even when those fears are not what they seem!• A great read-aloud book for parents and children• Hip, colorful art and delightful text make Tiny T. Rex an instant favorite of any dinosaur-loving toddler.• A perfect book to help toddlers and children overcome a fear of the darkFans of silly picture books like Dinosaur vs Bedtime, We Don't Eat Our Classmates, and Llama Destroys the World will love the sweet spirit and continuing adventures of Tiny T. Rex.Meet Tiny T-Rex! He may be a small dino in a BIG world, but that won't stop him from making friends, conquering his fears, and stomping his way into your heart.• Read-aloud books for ages 3–5• Dinosaur picture books for kids• Friendship books for toddlers
Snakes
by Martha Elizabeth Hillman RustadSlither! Rattle! Hiss! Discover the wonderful world of snakes where they live, how they move, what they eat and whether they bite it, squeeze it, or swallow it whole!
Apocalypse Stories to Scare Your Socks Off! (Stories To Scare Your Socks Off! Ser.)
by Michael Dahl Laurie S. Sutton Benjamin Harper Megan AtwoodA teeth-chattering collection of apocalypse stories for young horror fans! THIS IS NOT A DRILL! The stories in this book will SCARE YOUR SOCKS OFF! Will a deadly beast invade a family’s end-of-the-world bunker? Can anyone stop alien spiders from taking over planet Earth? Is drinking water turning humans into a horde of drooling monsters? Discover the answers to these creepy questions and more in this collection of eight apocalypse stories that’ll have you running for cover. Featuring four scream-worthy horror writers—including bestselling author Michael Dahl—this anthology is an absolute must-have for your next campout, sleepover, or Halloween party. Perfect for fans of genre classics—such as Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark and R.L. Stine’s Goosebumps series—and any seeker of nightmare-fuel. Other Stories to Scare Your Socks Off! Cryptid Stories to Scare Your Socks Off! Monster Stories to Scare Your Socks Off! Ghost Stories to Scare Your Socks Off! Sorcery Stories to Scare Your Socks Off! Zombie Stories to Scare Your Socks Off! Paranormal Stories to Scare Your Socks Off! Vampire Stories to Scare Your Socks Off!
How to Draw the Powerpuff Girls and Mean Monsters (Drawing Adventures With The Powerpuff Girls! Ser.)
by Mari BolteGo on a drawing adventure with the Powerpuff Girls and their foes! From alien broccoli to the Amoeba Boys to slime giants, the superhero sisters find all sorts of brutes tromping through Townsville. Learn how to draw the monsters alongside Blossom, Bubbles, and Buttercup through easy-to-follow, step-by-step instructions. Packed with cool cartoon facts and helpful sketching tips, this guide makes it fun for young artists of all abilities to bring their favorite Powerpuff Girls characters to life.
Bill Gates
by Christopher L. HarboExplore the life and achievements of Bill Gates, founder of Microsoft and social activist.
Clever Crafts with Glass Jars (Clever Crafts With Everyday Things Ser.)
by Chelsey LuciowCalling all clever crafters! Get ready to transform glass jars into fun crafts. Turn a glass jar into a tiny terrarium. Build a trendy mobile from jar lids. Fill a jar with colorful salt art. What will you make?
Yasmin la Detective (Yasmin En Español Ser.)
by Saadia Faruqi¡Yasmin se encuentra en una situación misteriosa! Las pertenencias de Nani han ido desapareciendo, y nadie tiene idea de dónde podrían estar. Luego, encuentra una pista en una lección de ciencias. ¿Será que la detective Yasmin puede resolver el caso?
Betty the Yeti and the Ghostly Shadows (Betty The Yeti Ser.)
by Mandy R. MarxBetty the Yeti is thrilled when her twin brothers, Freddy and Eddy, let her play the Ghostly Shadows video game with them. But when the siblings stay up too late and Betty's mind is filled with ghostly worries, will she find a way to face her fears?
How to Draw the Powerpuff Girls and Playful Pets (Drawing Adventures With The Powerpuff Girls! Ser.)
by Mari BolteGo on a drawing adventure with the Powerpuff Girls and their animal pals! From Bullet the super-squirrel to cunning cats to the Talking Dog, Townsville is home to all kinds of cute critters ready to play with the superhero sisters. Learn how to draw the pets alongside Blossom, Bubbles, and Buttercup through easy-to-follow, step-by-step instructions. Packed with cool cartoon facts and helpful sketching tips, this guide makes it fun for young artists of all abilities to bring their favorite Powerpuff Girls characters to life.
Betty the Yeti is Afraid of Teddy (Betty The Yeti Ser.)
by Mandy R. MarxBetty the Yeti has made several new friends since moving to the city. But will she be able to get over her fear of dogs to be pals with a fury friend named Teddy?
Betty the Yeti and the Garden Gift (Betty The Yeti Ser.)
by Mandy R. MarxBetty the Yeti and her class plant flowers for their classroom. Betty can’t wait to watch them grow. But when her teacher, Mr. Cyrus, isn’t there to see them bloom, Betty knows just what to do.
Possessive Spirit: A Graphic Novel (Library Of Doom Graphic Novels Ser.)
by Steve BrezenoffTwo students find an old book. An evil spirit is trying to escape from its pages! The kids call on the mighty Librarian for help, but the spirit slips out. It takes control of the hero. The greedy monster is only just getting started. It is going to take each word from every book within reach! Can the kids free the Librarian before their library is robbed of stories forever? Experience dark tales from the Library of Doom like never before in this gripping, full-color graphic novel.
Project Neighbor (Jina Jeong Ser.)
by Carol KimJina Jeong is ready to help a neighbor in need! Jina and her parents volunteer to work with a group building homes for people. Jina can’t wait to wear a hard hat and use power tools. Unfortunately, reality doesn’t live up to Jina’s expectations. Then Jina and her friends discover Mr. Rossi needs help in his yard. Is this the project she’s been waiting for?
Nameless Notebook: A Graphic Novel (Library Of Doom Graphic Novels Ser.)
by Daniel MauleónKids have been mysteriously vanishing after visiting the local library. The only clue is they all checked out a blank, black notebook. A girl is writing a letter to the mighty Librarian for help. Help is indeed needed. For an old villain has returned with a sinister plot to erase young readers from the world. Can the girl’s message reach the Librarian before the other children are lost forever? Experience dark tales from the Library of Doom like never before in this gripping, full-color graphic novel.
Dentist Day (Emma Every Day Ser.)
by C. L. ReidEmma is worried about her dentist appointment. What if she has a cavity? What if she didn't floss enough? Thankfully Emma has a good team of people to help her feel better. Emma is Deaf and often uses sign language to communicate, and this early chapter book includes an ASL fingerspelling chart and a sign language guide.
Project Partners (Jina Jeong Ser.)
by Carol KimJina Jeong loves to read! She’s thrilled when her teacher, Ms. Hunter, assigns everyone in class a reading partner. But Jina’s excitement turns to disappointment when her reading buddy is less than thrilled about this new assignment. Can Jina find a way to change her partner’s mind about books, and what does Jina learn in the process?
The Sinister Study: A Graphic Novel (Library Of Doom Graphic Novels Ser.)
by Steve BrezenoffA girl is not happy about her father’s new job. He is now the personal librarian of a wealthy, odd man. They must live at the employer’s creepy mansion. But worse, the girl’s dad starts acting strange and disappears for days at a time. When the girl investigates, she finds the rare books and their owner are not what they seem. With help from the mighty Librarian, can the girl save her dad from the terrible, life-draining work, before it’s too late? Experience dark tales from the Library of Doom like never before in this gripping, full-color graphic novel.
Camping Fun (Emma Every Day Ser.)
by C. L. ReidEmma and her family want to try new things this summer. The first activity on their list is camping. Will this adventure be family fun or a family disaster? Emma is Deaf and often uses sign language to communicate. This early chapter book includes an ASL fingerspelling chart and a sign language guide.
The Wright Brothers Take Flight (Great Moments In History Ser.)
by Nel YomtovOn December 17, 1903, Orville and Wilbur Wright made history on the hills of Kitty Hawk, North Carolina. With four test runs of their Wright Flyer, they became the very first pilots of a powered aircraft. Although none of their flights lasted longer than a minute, they proved that humankind was no longer bound to Earth forever. What lead up to this pivotal moment in aviation history? And what was the enduring legacy of those fledgling flights? Find out in an easy-to-read graphic novel that reveals why the Wright Brothers’ first flights are among the greatest moments in history.
Clever Crafts with Duct Tape (Clever Crafts With Everyday Things Ser.)
by Chelsey LuciowCalling all clever crafters! Get ready to transform duct tape into fun crafts. Turn duct tape into a colorful tote bag. Craft cute duct tape succulents. Build a duct tape checkerboard for endless games of checkers. What will you make?
Yasmin la Patinadora (Yasmin En Español Ser.)
by Saadia FaruqiYasmin y su amiga Emma se van a la pista de patinaje. Pero es la primera vez que Yasmin patina sobre el hielo, ¡qué nervios! Después de dar una serie de excusas, ¿colgará Yasmin los patines o se armará de valor para salir a la pista?
Vampire Stories to Scare Your Socks Off! (Stories To Scare Your Socks Off! Ser.)
by Michael Dahl Laurie S. Sutton Benjamin Harper Megan AtwoodA bloodcurdling collection of vampire stories for young horror fans! BEWARE… The stories in this book will SCARE YOUR SOCKS OFF! Does a creepy librarian prefer blood over books? Is a girl’s cuddly cat a fur-ocious feline? Can a young boy escape a popular amusement park run by real-life vampires? Discover the answers to these terrifying questions and more in this collection of eight vampire stories that’ll have you scared stiff. Featuring four scream-worthy horror writers—including bestselling author Michael Dahl—this anthology is an absolute must-have for your next campout, sleepover, or Halloween party. Perfect for fans of genre classics—such as Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark and R.L. Stine’s Goosebumps series—and any seeker of nightmare-fuel. Other Stories to Scare Your Socks Off! Apocalypse Stories to Scare Your Socks Off! Cryptid Stories to Scare Your Socks Off! Monster Stories to Scare Your Socks Off! Ghost Stories to Scare Your Socks Off! Sorcery Stories to Scare Your Socks Off! Zombie Stories to Scare Your Socks Off! Paranormal Stories to Scare Your Socks Off!