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Phoebe the Spy

Written by Judith Berry Griffin

Phoebe, daughter of a free black man, goes undercover to foil a would-be assassin of General Washington. Based on historical fact. "Related with historical accuracy and finesse."—SLJ

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Bright Eyes, Brown Skin

Written by Bernette G. Ford

Spirited children enjoy a typical day at school in this warm, African-American rhyming story.

P - K

I Am: Martin Luther King, Jr.

Written by Grace Norwich

Told with a timeline, maps, illustrations, sidebars and a top ten list of facts, these insightful...

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Before I Made History: Lead Us to Freedom, Harriet Tubman

Written by Connie & Peter Roop

Harriet Tubman is famous for helping more than 300 slaves escape to freedom on the Underground...

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From Rags to Riches

Written by Nathan Aaseng

The business leaders profiled here, who started with very little, became successful by taking...

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The Corn Husk Doll

Written by Melissa Schiller

A mother teaches her daughter to make corn husk dolls. Includes complete step by step instructions.

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The Drum Beats On

Written by Janelle Cherrington

Native American tribes continue to honor their traditions through song, dance, jewelry and much more.

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Just For You Level 1: The Low-Down, Bad-Day Blues

Written by Derrick D. Barnes

An early literacy series presented in three levels, to build reading confidence. Features information on the diverse authors and illustrators, plus educational activities.

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The Mud Pony

Written by Caron Lee Cohen

An award-winning illustrator presents this Native American tale about a young boy and his magical pony that comes to life. "Splendidly illustrated. A moving, multileveled heroic tale."—Kirkus

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Feast for 10

Written by Cathryn Falwell

What does it take to feed 10 hungry people? When everyone in the family helps, the feasting can begin as fast as you can count to 10

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Angel Child, Dragon Child

Written by Michele Maria Surat

Ut, an immigrant child from Vietnam, tries adjusting to a new life in America. A heartfelt, gentle, and realistic story.

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Dancing with the Indians

Written by Angela Shelf Medearis

A young girl and her family attend an Indian powwow and dance with the Seminoles, whose ancestors rescued her grandfather from slavery and accepted him as their brother.

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Freedom Crossing

Written by Margaret Goff Clark

After vacationing in the South, a young girl finds her new ideas challenged when she returns North and discovers her father and brother have been helping runaway slaves.

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Hey L'il D: It's All in the Name

Written by Heather Goodyear

Loosely based on NBA all-star Bob Lanier's childhood adventures, this series shoots and scores with early chapter books that teach valuable life lessons through amusing stories.

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Chicks and Salsa

Written by Aaron Reynolds

With a pinch of genius and a dash of resourcefulness, some fed-up chickens whip up a scrumptious snack of chips and salsa.

K - 3

Upside Down in the Middle of Nowhere

Written by Julie T. Lamana

When Hurricane Katrina destroys the Lower Ninth Ward, Armani forgets her tenth birthday, focuses on family, and grows up in this convincing novel.

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EllRay Jakes: EllRay Jakes Walks the Plank

Written by Sally Warner

Join Ellray Jakes on his journey through third grade in this new "Lively series"—Publishers Weekly

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Keena Ford: Keena Ford and the Secret Journal Mix-Up

Written by Melissa Thomson

The foibles of spirited second grader Keena keep chapter book readers chuckling. "A likable new...

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Koya Delaney and the Good Girl Blues

Written by Eloise Greenfield

In this warm and humorous story by the award-winning poet and author, a young girl whose laughter...

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Scholastic News Nonfiction Readers—We the Kids: We Are Alike, We Are Different

Written by Janice Behrens

Working, helping, sharing, and contributing is how kids see themselves in these pages and in their busy days. Vibrant images mirror the lively activities of kids being great kids.

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Rookie Biographies®: Jackie Robinson

Written by Wil Mara

Easy-to-read, large-type text, illustrations, and photographs make this series the perfect introduction to these influential people. “Will serve beginning readers well.”—SLJ

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Tía Isa Wants a Car

Written by Meg Medina

Though they send most of their money to help their far-away relatives, a young girl and her aunt save money to buy a car. "A pleasant tale of determination."—Kirkus

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Skippyjon Jones: Cirque de Olé

Written by Judy Schachner

Skippyjon, a Siamese cat with oversize ears, delights readers with the rousing adventures of his Zorro-like alter ego, El Skippito. "Ay caramba, mucho fun."—Kirkus Reviews

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Donavan's Word Jar

Written by Monalisa DeGross

Donavan doesn't collect baseball cards like other kids—he collects words for his word jar, and they bring an unexpected delight. "Builds readers' vocabulary."—SLJ

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