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Paletero Man/¡Qué Paletero tan Cool!

Written by Lucky Diaz and Illustrated by Micah Player

Ring! Ring! Ring! Can you hear his call? Paletas for one! Paletas for all!

What’s the best way to...

Pre-K - 3rd
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Dream Street

Written by Tricia Elam Walker and Illustrated by Ekua Holmes

Welcome to Dream Street--the best street in the world!  Jump rope with Azaria--can you Double Dutch...

Pre-K - 3rd
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Magic Trash: A Story of Tyree Guyton and His Art

Written by J.H. Shapiro and Illustrated by Vanessa Brantley-Newton

Vacant lots. Abandoned houses. Trash--lots of trash. Heidelberg Street was in trouble!

Tyree Guyton...

K - 3rd
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Bilal Cooks Daal

Written by Aisha Saeed and Illustrated by Anoosha Syed
Six-year-old Bilal introduces his friends to his favorite dish—daal!—in this charming picture book that showcases the value of patience, teamwork, community, and sharing.
Pre-K - 3rd
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Not All Heroes

Written by Josephine Cameron

Even though her family moved across the country for a “fresh start” after her little brother’s death...

3rd - 4th
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A Kids Book About Community

Written by Shane Feldman

We’re all part of a community even if we don’t know it yet. Community is about action, about sharing...

K - 8th
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Kamala and Maya's Big Idea

Written by Meena Harris and Illustrated by Ana Ramirez Gonzalez
A beautiful, empowering picture book about two sisters who work with their community to effect...
Pre-K - 3rd
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The Hula-Hoopin' Queen

Written by Thelma Lynne Godin and Illustrated by Vanessa Brantley-Newton
A spunky African American girl has a hula-hooping competition with her friends in Harlem, and soon...
K - 5th
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A is for Anacostia

Written by Dr. Courtney Davis
A colorful, rhyming children's book that highlights all of the wonderful adventures, historic sites...
Pre-K - 3rd
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Thank You, Omu!

Written by Oge Mora

Everyone in the neighborhood dreams of a taste of Omu's delicious stew! One by one, they follow...

Pre-K - 3rd
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The Paperboy

Written and Illustrated by Dav Pilkey
In the still before dawn, while the rest of the world is sleeping, a boy and his dog leave the...
Pre-K - 3rd
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Yes I Can!: A Girl and Her Wheelchair

Written by Kendra J. Barrett, Jacqueline B. Toner and and Claire A. B. Freeland and Illustrated by Violet Lemay
Like many kids her age, Carolyn loves animals, castles, and building with blocks. She helps out her...
Pre-K - 3rd
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Hildie Bitterpickles

Written by Robin Newman and Illustrated by Chris Ewald
Hildie Bitterpickles is a witch who needs her sleep. Her quiet neighborhood has been turned upside...
Pre-K - 3rd
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Barefoot Books Children of the World

Written by Tessa Strickland and Kate DePalma and Illustrated by David Dean
Innovative and inclusive, Barefoot Books Children of the World empowers young readers to learn about...
K - 6th
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The Barefoot Book of Animal Tales

Written by Naomi Adler and Illustrated by Amanda Hall
Enjoy nine fun-filled animal adventures. Gathered from cultures all over the world, the traditional...
K - 4th
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The Book Tree

Written by Paul Czajak and Illustrated by Rashin Kheiriyeh
When young Arlo accidentally drops a book on the Mayor’s head, the Mayor decides books are dangerous...
K - 4th
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The Mother of Monsters

Written by Fran Parnell and Illustrated by Sophie Fatus
Mischievous Ntombi, the Chief’s daughter, isn’t at all afraid of the fearsome Ilunge River. But when...
K - 6th
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The Tortoise's Gift

Written by Lari Don and Illustrated by Melanie Williamson
One hot, dry summer in Zambia, the rain stops falling. Soon, the animals are very hungry and thirsty...
K - 4th
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We All Went on Safari

Written by Laurie Krebs and Illustrated by Julia Cairns
Join Arusha, Mosi, Tumpe and their Maasai friends as they set out on a counting journey through the...
K - 6th
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We're Sailing Down the Nile

Written by Laurie Krebs and Illustrated by Anne Wilson
Set sail along the mighty Nile River to experience the wonders of Egypt. The lilting, rhyming story...
K - 5th
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We're Sailing to Galapogos

Written by Laurie Krebs and Illustrated by Grazia Restelli
Come sail to Galapagos and see what you can see! Readers will encounter giant tortoises, albatrosses...
K - 5th
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African Tales

Written by Gcina Mhlophe and Illustrated by Rachel Griffin
This anthology includes eight traditional tales from all over Africa. Sumptuous hand-sewn collage...
1st - 5th
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Catch that Goat

Written and Illustrated by Polly Alakija
Chase after a mischievous goat! Ayoka has been left in charge of the family goat — but within...
Pre-K - 3rd
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Cities of the World Memory Game

Written and Illustrated by David Dean
Sharpen your memory skills and discover some of the world's greatest cities and buildings.
K - 5th

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