The Power of Story

CHARLIE PARKER PLAYED BE BOP Written and illustrated by Chris Raschka Charlie Parker is swinging and spinning all over the pages, and Charlie’s cat is waiting, waiting for him to come home. The infectious jazzy text is just right for young readers and listeners. Paperback • 4OO368937 Ages: 5–7 • 32 pages List price $7.99 • Your price $5.99

YO! YES? Written and illustrated by Chris Raschka In this Caldecott Honor book, two lonely boys who don’t know each other meet on a city street. With a simple “Yo!” answered by the other one’s “Yes?” and the bounce of a basketball, this modern classic will strike a chord with every child who’s ever longed for a friend. Paperback • 4OO992185 Ages: 4–6 • 32 pages List price $7.99• Your price $5.99

THE GREATEST ADVENTURE Written and illustrated by Tony Piedra Where does true adventure come from? A young Latino boy and his grandfather find the answer together. Paperback • 4OO854168 Ages: 4–6 • 40 pages List price $6.95 • Your price $5.21 Spanish edition available

BE YOU! Written and illustrated by Peter H. Reynolds In this joyful reminder of the ways that every child is unique and special, Reynolds tells readers to “be your own work of art.” To be patient, persistent, and true. Because there is one, and only one, YOU. Hardcover • 4OO857231 Ages: 5–7 • 32 pages

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HAPPY DREAMER Written and illustrated by Peter H. Reynolds The beloved, worldwide best-selling creator of The Dot and Ish inspires readers of every age to find their own unique path to happy, to celebrate the ways their learning differences make them special, and to always follow their dreams. Paperback • 4OO854604 Ages: 4–7 • 32 pages List price $6.95 • Your price $5.21

TWO FRIENDS: SUSAN B. ANTHONY AND FREDERICK DOUGLASS By Dean Robbins Illustrated by Sean Qualls and Selina Alko Susan B. Anthony and Frederick Douglass chat over tea about their efforts to win rights for women and African Americans.

TESTING THE ICE: A TRUE STORY ABOUT JACKIE ROBINSON By Sharon Robinson Illustrated by Kadir Nelson In a stunning metaphor for Jackie Robinson’s legendary breaking of the color barrier in Major League Baseball, Sharon shares a story from her father’s life. Three-time Caldecott Honor Book artist Kadir Nelson’s richly rendered paintings radiate with the beauty and spirit of one of America’s finest heroes.

RUBY BRIDGES (ROOKIE BIOGRAPHIES) By Simone T. Ribke

At just six years old, Ruby Bridges stood up against racism and hatred to help integrate Louisiana’s school system. Her story continues to inspire people of all ages. Paperback • 4OO637307 Ages: 5–7 • 32 pages List price $5.95 • Your price $4.46

Paperback • 4OO832991 Ages: 7–10 • 32 pages List price $8.95 • Your price $6.71 Audio CD available

Paperback • 4OO528548 Ages: 7–10 • 40 pages List price $6.95 • Your price $5.21

UNDER THE SAME SUN By Sharon Robinson Illustrated by AG Ford Sharon Robinson, daughter of baseball great Jackie Robinson, eloquently portrays the joys and pains of a family living on two continents. And she gives African American history a powerful new perspective when seen through the eyes of modern-day African children. Paperback • 4OO567822 Ages: 6–9 • 40 pages List price $4.99 • Your price $3.74

LA PIÑATA/THE PIÑATA By Rita Rosa Ruesga Illustrated by Soledad Sebastian

ALMOND Written and illustrated by Allen Say

TEN LITTLE BIRDS/DIEZ PAJARITOS By 123 Andrés Illustrated by Sara Palacios Count to 10 and back again with Latin Grammy Award–winning children’s musical duo 123 Andrés in this bilingual board book! Board Book • 4OO834369 Ages: 0–3 • 24 pages List price $8.99 • Your price $6.74

Caldecott Medalist Allen Say’s luminous artwork and emotionally powerful story will help children discover the beauty of finding their own gifts and talents. Hardcover • 4OO830037 Ages: 4–7 • 32 pages List price $18.99 • Your price $14.24

Available only as a bilingual English/ Spanish title, a book of songs from the Latinx tradition for all ages from Scholastic and Grammy nominee Rita Rosa Ruesga. Paperback • 4OO541995 Ages: 4–7 • 32 pages List price $5.99 • Your price $4.49

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