NCW Libraries

"Nine-year-old Erik Sheepflattener's life motto is Avoid Stuff, despite his family's attempts to bring out his inner Viking. Can a worrier really become a warrior? In this silly, heartfelt, outrageously quirky novel for fans of Restart and Pay Attention, Carter Jones ... why not be both?"--Provided by publisher.

"America, do you love me? A single question from a single child multiplies across the country with every page turn, inviting in more and more children of color--and their questions"-- Provided by publisher. Includes author's note about growing up as a brown girl, whose grandmother and great-grandmother spoke Louisiana Creole, reciting the Pledge of Allegiance with her class every morning.

"There are times when a full moon will guide you, a storm will excite you, and a big, blue sky will inspire you to believe anything is possible. These are a few of the many gifts we receive from the sky and universe when life feels scary and confusing. Told by a grandmother to her grandchild, ''If You Look Up to the Sky'' is about the power of everlasting love and the ways the sky connects us through good times and bad. It offers a child comfort in...

"Elliott Harkness is finally legit. He's learned the superhero ropes and even saved the world a few times. But when Elliott makes a major mistake during a do-or-die mission, his confidence is shattered and he decides to hang up his tights ... for good! "--Page [4] of cover.

"A child discovers his distinguished heritage through the achievements of Black leaders from sports, entertainment, law, and leadership."--|cProvided by publisher.

"From the author and illustrator team behind Pink Is for Boys comes an empowering read-aloud picture book that teaches kids and adults alike that gender cannot define who you are or want to become. Dolls and trucks are for boys and girls, as are dancing shoes, figure skating and hockey, and many more activities and hobbies. Robb Pearlman and Eda Kaban (Pink Is For Boys) create a celebratory read-aloud book that defies gender stereotypes and encourages...

A lyrical, heart-lifting love letter to Black and Brown children everywhere reminds them how much they matter, that they have always mattered and they always will.

Bellen Woodard adoraba su escuela y su salon de clases, pero cada vez que sus companeros se referian al crayon durazno como el crayon "color piel", la nina pensaba en la importancia de que todos comprendieran que "la piel puede ser de un sinnumero de hermosos colores". Este impresionante libro ilustrado difunde el mensaje inclusivo de Bellen, ademas de inspirar a la proxima generacion de lideres a trabajar por un mundo donde todos se sientan representados....

"Elliott Harkness still has lots to learn. After all, not everyone loves superheroes. And when Elliott damages Keystone City's subway system while stopping a pair of dangerous villains, he's suddenly identified as a menace to society! Elliott is scheduled to explain his actions on national television, but before he can defend himself, he's captured by Intergalactic Paladins and brought before a council of aliens who believe Elliott is responsible...

Penny tries to hang with the Coin Clique, but she usually feels left out. Then one day Penny lands in a pocket with the beautiful, gold Sacagawea dollar coin, who starts to teach her how special and valuable she really is. Included in the book are tips for parents, teachers, and counselors on how to help young people, espcially girls, who feel excluded and left out by others.