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1) Tap
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Listen as feet do the talking in this title from the Let's Dance! series. Readers will explore the history and cultural relevance of this fascinating artform, and meet some of the dancers who have made a name for themselves on screeen and stage.
2) Hip-Hop
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Feel the beat with the original street styles of hip hop in this title from the Let's Dance! series. Readers will explore the history and cultural relevance of this fascinating artform, and meet some of the dancers who have made a name for themselves in the industry.
3) Cruz's Cars
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Cruz's Cars is a story exploring black joy, family, and a love for cars. A gift of a toy car and a family ride through varying environments is an eye opening experience for everyone. Enjoy the skies, the cars, and the smiles. Let's ride.
5) Happy Here
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With an introduction from bestselling author Sharna Jackson, HAPPY HERE features stories and poems by 10 Black British authors for readers aged 7+. Exploring themes of joy, home and family through a wide range of genres and styles, each author has been paired with a different illustrator to spotlight Black British artistic talent. With stories by Dean Atta, Joseph Coelho, Kereen Getten, Patrice Lawrence, Theresa Lola, E.L. Norry, Jasmine Richards,...
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America's Next Top Designer
Fashionista with the fiercest style sense and head-turning clothes? That's Angela Jenkins. Even though her cutting-edge designs and graphic legwear sometimes draw criticism from her peers, Angela knows that one day she will be a top designer, and her best friend at Kressler High, Adrian Gomez, is her biggest supporter. But at fifteen, how is anyone (like the extremely cute JaRoli Spencer) supposed to check her out when...
7) Slayer
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Aera is the commander of the Royal Elite, a select group of fighters entrusted with the safety of their countrymen. When a series of murders rattle the kingdom, Aera and her team must rise to face an enemy unlike any they have faced before. With the help of an experienced demon hunter named Slayer, they must decipher a prophecy, defeat supernatural creatures, and stop the world as they know it from being consumed by evil. This dark fantasy explores...
8) 11-10-2022
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November 10,2022, just eleven days before my 13th birthday, I just had released my first book "What's This Preteen Sh*t ". I was being acknowledged for being 12 years old with a book out in my community and beyond! To someone on the outside looking in ,my world looked pretty good but in reality I was battling depression. At 12 years old my depression got the better of me and on November 10,2022, I attempted suicide. This is a collection of my poetry...
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No one knows maps like Nikki - but can she get her family to Grandma's house in time for the wedding?
No one knows maps like Nikki - but can she get her family to Grandma's house in time?
Nikki's family is preparing for a long road trip from Toronto to the Bronx to attend Uncle Travis's wedding. They pack their suitcases, boxes of Jamaican black cake, and most importantly to Nikki, the big map book!
Nikki loves geography and enjoys tracing the...
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Bestselling award-winning author Walter Dean Myers is back with a new book in his acclaimed Cruisers series.The Cruiser, an alternative newspaper published by Zander and his crew of middle school misfits, is alive and well. And now there's plenty to report on when LaShonda, one of the Cruisers, steps into the spotlight with her costume designs for an upcoming play. LaShonda's designs get rave reviews, but she soon learns that show business is filled...
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Imagine Designing and Building Your Own Video Games.Codi loved playing video games but with three brothers and one television, she often just watched her brothers play for hours. Then one day, she had a brilliant idea: why not make my own video game? Follow Codi's journey and see how she made her dream come true. Have fun as you learn the steps to achieving any goal: organize, do research, and put a plan into action. And while you are at it, meet...
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In the 1920s, many African Americans left the South to escape racial violence. Some settled in New York City's Harlem neighborhood. Black artists, writers, and musicians in Harlem ushered in a cultural revolution called the Harlem Renaissance. The Harlem Renaissanceexplores this movement and its legacy. Easy-to-read text, vivid images, and helpful back matter give readers a clear look at this subject. Features include a table of contents, infographics,...
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A curious mind should always be fed with some positive thoughts! Let us take a journey with a curious 12-year-old named Maya as she visits the "African American Inventors Museum". As Maya explores, she discovers the creativity and brilliance of those before her. Maya was in awe with inspiration by the time her tour was over.
Allow Maya's journey to inspire you to create, build, or invent something amazing to impact the world.
14) Kwanzaa
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The Cultural Holidays illustrated nonfiction book Kwanzaa teaches young readers about the background, traditions, foods, and celebrations of the African-American holiday. Easy-to-read text combines with colorful illustrations to provide entertainment and facts for even the youngest audience. Looking Glass Library is an imprint of Magic Wagon, a division of ABDO Group. Grades P-4. Cultural Holidays investigates holidays all around the world! Each book...
15) Kwanzaa
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An overview of Kwanzaa, from the origin of the celebration to how it is practiced today. Clear, interesting text and vibrant photos grab and hold readers' interest, and QR Codes in each chapter link to book-specific videos, activities, and more. Features include a table of contents, fun facts, a timeline, an infographic, Making Connections questions, a glossary, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. DiscoverRoo...
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Carlos isn't sure how he feels about the news that his cousin Bernardo will be joining his class at Carver Elementary. But when Bernardo comes to live with him temporarily, taking over Carlos's top bunk, his spot on the school soccer team, and even his Papi's attention, Carlos knows he isn't happy. Worse, Bernardo starts messing with Carlos's pet geckos! Carlos tries to see past his cousin's annoying ways, but Bernardo sure doesn't make it easy. Will...
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Black women are a force in the gymnastics world. But it wasn't until 1992 that Betty Okino and Dominique Dawes became the first Black women to compete in the Olympics for Team USA. Learn about the Black gymnasts and coaches of the past and present who have made historic firsts, including Simone Biles, Sloane Blakely, and Corrinne Tarver. Then discover how Black women in gymnastics are making a difference on and off the mat.
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School is canceled! Ana & Andrew play in the snow with their neighbors and learn to make snow ice cream.They save some snow cream in the freezer for their cousins in Trinidad who have never seen snow. Aligned to Common Core standards and correlated to state standards. Calico Kid is an imprint of Magic Wagon, a division of ABDO. Professionally translated. Table of contents Ana & Andrew are always on an adventure! They live in Washington, DC with their...
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Ana & Andrew are excited when Grandma comes to stay. During her visit, the family tours the Smithsonian Museum of African American History and Culture and learns about important African American achievements. Aligned to Common Core standards and correlated to state standards. Calico Kid is an imprint of Magic Wagon, a division of ABDO. Professionally translated. Table of contents Ana & Andrew are always on an adventure! They live in Washington, DC...
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Ana & Andrew travel to visit their grandparents in Savannah, Georgia. While they are there, they learn Grandma and Grandpa's church was built by slaves. With some help from an unusual source! Aligned to Common Core standards and correlated to state standards. Calico Kid is an imprint of Magic Wagon, a division of ABDO. Professionally translated. Table of contents Ana & Andrew are always on an adventure! They live in Washington, DC with their parents,...
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