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Prince
PUBLISHER: Frances Lincoln Ltd In this book from the critically acclaimed, multimillion-copy best-selling Little People, BIG DREAMS series, discover the life of Prince, one of the most iconic performers in music history.From a young age, Prince was obsessed with music....
$15.99
Aretha Franklin
PUBLISHER: Frances Lincoln Ltd In this book from the critically acclaimed, multimillion-copy best-selling Little People, BIG DREAMS series, discover the life of Aretha Franklin, "The Queen of Soul."The fourth of five children, Aretha was born in Tennessee and took the...
$15.99
Runaway: The Daring Escape of Ona Judge
PUBLISHER: Farrar, Straus and Giroux (Byr) A powerful poem about Ona Judge's life and her self-emancipation from George Washington’s household.Ona Judge was enslaved by the Washingtons, and served the President's wife, Martha. Ona was widely known for her excellent skills...
$18.99
Henry Louis Gates Jr.
PUBLISHER: Discovery Library Book Features:• 24 pages, 7 ½ inches x 10 inches• Ages 6-10, Grades 1-4 leveled readers, Lexile 720L• Simple, easy-to-read pages with full-color illustrations• Includes a timeline and extension activity• Reading/teaching tips and discussion questions included Leader...
$29.93
Shirley Chisholm Is a Verb
PUBLISHER: Dial Books A timely picture book biography about Shirley Chisholm, the first Black woman in Congress, who sought the Democratic nomination to be the president of the United States.Shirley Chisholm famously said, "If they don't give you a seat...
$18.99
Sprouting Wings: The True Story of James Herman Banning, the First African American Pilot to Fly Across the United States
PUBLISHER: Crown Books for Young Readers. The inspirational and true story of James Herman Banning, the first African American pilot to fly across the country, comes to life in this picture book biography perfect for fans of Hidden Figures and Little Leaders. Includes...
$17.99
Amanda Gorman
PUBLISHER: Cherry Lake Publishing The My Itty-Bitty Bio series are biographies for the earliest readers. This book examines the life of National Youth Poet Laureate and activist Amanda Gorman in a simple, age-appropriate way that will help young readers develop...
$12.79
King of Ragtime: The Story of Scott Joplin
PUBLISHER: Atheneum Books A stunning, rhythmic picture book biography of African American composer Scott Joplin, whose ragtime music paved the way for jazz.There was something special about Scott Joplin…This quiet kid could make a piano laugh out loud.Scott, the son of...
$17.99
Kamala Harris: Rooted in Justice
PUBLISHER: Atheneum Books Discover the incredible story of a young daughter of immigrants who would grow up to be the first woman, first Black person, and first South Asian American ever elected Vice President of the United States in this moving...
$17.99
Jump at the Sun: The True Life Tale of Unstoppable Storycatcher Zora Neale Hurston
PUBLISHER: Atheneum Books From the Newbery Honor–winning author of Genesis Begins Again comes a shimmering picture book that shines the light on Zora Neale Hurston, the extraordinary writer and storycatcher extraordinaire who changed the face of American literature.Zora was a girl who...
$17.99
Shirley Chisholm Dared: The Story of the First Black Woman in Congress
PUBLISHER: Anne Schwartz Books Discover the inspiring story of the first black woman elected to Congress and to run for president in this picture book biography from a Newbery Honor-winning author and a Coretta Scott King-John Steptoe New Talent Award-winning...
$17.99
Song in a Rainstorm: The Story of Musical Prodigy Thomas Blind Tom Wiggins
PUBLISHER: Albert Whitman & Company Born blind into a life of slavery, Thomas Wiggins was dismissed as a “useless burden.” But through the loving protection of his family, he went on to become one of the greatest musicians of his...
$17.99
Thank You, Omu!
PUBLISHER: Little, Brown Books for Young Readers In this remarkable author-illustrator debut that's perfect for fans of Last Stop on Market Street and Extra Yarn, a generous woman is rewarded by her community.Everyone in the neighborhood dreams of a taste of Omu's delicious...
$18.99
What Is Given from the Heart
PUBLISHER: Schwartz & Wade Books01/08/2019 CORETTA SCOTT KING – JOHN STEPTOE ILLUSTRATOR AWARD FOR NEW TALENT WINNERThis final, magnificent picture book from three-time Coretta Scott King Award winner and Newbery Honor author Patricia McKissack is a poignant and uplifting celebration of the joy...
$17.99
Last Stop on Market Street
PUBLISHER: G.P. Putnam's Sons Books for Young Readers01/08/2015 #1 New York Times BestsellerA USA Today BestsellerWinner of the Newbery MedalA Caldecott Honor BookA Coretta Scott King Illustrator Honor Book This award-winning modern classic—a must-have for every child’s home library—is an inclusive ode to kindness, empathy,...
$18.99
The Secret Life of an Insta-Baddie
Supplier: Author Jai Love Kei’na Konners, also known as Keiko Kei is the hottest thing on the internet. In Keiko’s world, being the baddest and getting money are the most important things in her life. With her baddie vibes and...
$13.99
Ratchet Tales of a Housewife
Supplier: Bookbaby This book is about a housewife, Rhia who becomes bored in her marriage and everyday life. In her newfound search to find herself she finds more than she bargained for. She meets a younger man, Dre who opens...
$19.99
Blood on the Money 3
Supplier: Lock Down Publications The notorious Triple Beam Team and their leader, CARL, is back! And the crew that people love to hate are at the head of the food chain. But this time a brazen act of violence causes...
$14.95
Bodymore Murderland 2
Supplier: Lock Down Publications BILLY LO and DIAMOND had the streets of West Baltimore blazing hot and popping off, but their reign will be nothing compared to when CALVIN "CHARM" JOHNSON takes over. Backed by a squad of youngins who...
$14.95
Bodymore Murderland 3
Supplier: Lock Down Publications Now that BILLY LO has resurfaced and vowed revenge, it's G season on Charm City! Billy Lo will stop at nothing to avenge what's been done to him. But CALVIN "CHARM" JOHNSON is trained to go,...
$14.95