I am Strong: A Little Book About Rosa Parks (Ordinary People Change the World)

The littlest readers can learn about Rosa Parks in this board book version of the New York Times bestselling Ordinary People Change the World biography.This friendly fun biography series focuses on the traits that made our heroes great--the traits that kids can aspire to in order to live heroically themselves. In this new board book format the very youngest readers can learn about one of America's icons in the series's signature lively conversational way. The short text focuses on drawing inspiration from these iconic heroes and includes an interactive element and factual tidbits that young kids will be able to connect with. This volume tells the story of Rosa Parks the woman who ignited a civil rights movement.

 

J.D. and the Great Barber Battle (J.D. the Kid Barber Band 1)

Eight-year-old J.D. turns a tragic home haircut into a thriving barber business in this hilarious new illustrated chapter book seriesJ.D. has a big problem--it's the night before the start of third grade and his mom has just given him his first and worst home haircut. When the steady stream of insults from the entire student body of Douglass Elementary becomes too much for J.D. he takes matters into his own hands and discovers that unlike his mom he's a genius with the clippers. His work makes him the talk of the town and brings him enough hair business to open a barbershop from his bedroom. But when Henry Jr. the owner of the only official local barbershop realizes he's losing clients to J.D. he tries to shut him down for good. How do you find out who's the best barber in all of Meridian Mississippi? With a GREAT BARBER BATTLE!From the hilarious and creative mind of J. Dillard an entrepreneur public speaker and personal barber comes a new chapter book series with characters that are easy to fall for and nearly impossible to forget. Akeem S. Roberts' lively illustrations make this series a must-buy for reluctant readers.

 

Children of Dune: Frank Herbert

Book Three in the Magnificent Dune Chroniclesthe Bestselling Science Fiction Adventure of All TimeThe Children of Dune are twin siblings Leto and Ghanima Atreides whose father the Emperor Paul MuadDib disappeared in the desert wastelands of Arrakis nine years ago. Like their father the twins possess supernormal abilitiesmaking them valuable to their manipulative aunt Alia who rules the Empire in the name of House Atreides.Facing treason and rebellion on two fronts Alias rule is not absolute. The displaced House Corrino is plotting to regain the throne while the fanatical Fremen are being provoked into open revolt by the enigmatic figure known only as The Preacher. Alia believes that by obtaining the secrets of the twins prophetic visions she can maintain control over her dynasty.But Leto and Ghanima have their own plans for their visionsand their destinies....

 

This Is What I Know About Art (Pocket Change Collective)

Pocket Change Collective was born out of a need for space. Space to think. Space to connect. Space to be yourself. And this is your invitation to join us. 'Drew's experience teaches us to embrace what we are afraid of and be true to ourselves. She uses her passion to change the art world and invites us to join her.'--Janelle Mone award-winning singer actress and producer 'Powerful and compelling this book gives us the courage to discover our own journeys into art.'--Hans Ulrich Obrist artistic director of the Serpentine Galleries in Kensington Gardens and co-editor of the Cahiers d'Art review'This deeply personal and boldly political offering inspires and ignites.'-- Kirkus Reviews starred reviewIn this powerful and hopeful account arts writer curator and activist Kimberly Drew reminds us that the art world has space not just for the elite but for everyone.Pocket Change Collective is a series of small books with big ideas from today's leading activists and artists. In this installment arts writer and co-editor of Black Futures Kimberly Drew shows us that art and protest are inextricably linked. Drawing on her personal experience through art toward activism Drew challenges us to create space for the change that we want to see in the world. Because there really is so much more space than we think.

 

Big Ideas for Little Philosophers: Equality with Simone de Beauvoir

Explore the importance of equality with the youngest readers in a wonderfully accessible way.Even little children have big questions about life. Simone de Beauvoir focused much of her work on the concept of equality insisting that girls and boys and women and men should have the same opportunities to be happy. Everyone should have the right to be themselves and be treated with respect no matter what. Kids will come away from this book encouraged to think about how the same things can make girls and boys happy or sad or excited and everyone should listen to who they are on the inside and respect that in others.Look for all six Big Ideas for Little Philosophers board books: Equality with Simone de Beauvoir Truth with Socrates Happiness with Aristotle Imagination with Ren Descartes Kindness with Confucius Love with Plato and Truth with Socrates.

 

God Emperor of Dune

Book Four in the Magnificent Dune Chroniclesthe Bestselling Science Fiction Adventure of All TimeMillennia have passed on Arrakis and the once-desert planet is green with life. Leto Atreides the son of the worlds savior the Emperor Paul MuadDib is still alive but far from human. To preserve humanitys future he sacrificed his own by merging with a sandworm granting him near immortality as God Emperor of Dune for the past thirty-five hundred years.Letos rule is not a benevolent one. His transformation has made not only his appearance but his morality inhuman. A rebellion led by Siona a member of the Atreides family has risen to oppose the despots rule. But Siona is unaware that Letos vision of a Golden Path for humanity requires her to fulfill a destiny she never wantedor could possibly conceive....

 

Dune Messiah: Frank Herbert

Book Two in the Magnificent Dune Chroniclesthe Bestselling Science Fiction Adventure of All TimeDune Messiah continues the story of Paul Atreides better knownand fearedas the man christened MuadDib. As Emperor of the known universe he possesses more power than a single man was ever meant to wield. Worshipped as a religious icon by the fanatical Fremen Paul faces the enmity of the political houses he displaced when he assumed the throneand a conspiracy conducted within his own sphere of influence.And even as House Atreides begins to crumble around him from the machinations of his enemies the true threat to Paul comes to his lover Chani and the unborn heir to his familys dynasty...

 

The Truths We Hold: An American Journey (Young Readers Edition)

Now adapted for young readers Vice President Kamala Harris's empowering memoir about the values and inspirations that guided her life.With her election to the vice presidency her election to the U.S. Senate and her position as attorney general of California Kamala Harris has blazed trails throughout her entire political career. But how did she achieve her goals? What values and influences guided and inspired her along the way?In this young readers edition of Kamala Harriss memoir we learn about the impact that her family and community had on her life and see what led her to discover her own sense of self and purpose. The Truths We Hold traces her journey as she explored the values she holds most dearthose of community equality and justice. An inspiring and empowering memoir this book challenges us to become leaders in our own lives and shows us that with determination and perseverance all dreams are possible.

 

Anna and the French Kiss Collector's Edition

A one-of-a-kind edition of the beloved romance classic featuring a custom patterned edge and new bonus content.New York Times Holiday Gift Guide selection!? New cover art accented with gold foil?A custom patterned-edge design of Point Zro?Ribbon marker?Patterned endpapers?BONUS CONTENT: A map of Anna and tiennes Parisannotated by the authorStephanie Perkinss characters fall in love the way we all want to in real time and for good. -Rainbow Rowell #1 New York Times bestselling authorAnna cant wait for her senior year in Atlanta where she has a great job a loyal best friend and a crush on the verge of becoming more. So shes less than thrilled when her father unexpectedly ships her off to boarding school in Parisuntil she meets tienne St. Clair the perfect boy. The only problem? He's taken and Anna might be too if anything comes of her crush back home. Will a year of romantic near-misses end in the French kiss Anna awaits?

 

Summer Camp Critter Jitters

The beloved crittersare nervous about going off to camp in this hilarious and reassuring companion book toNew York Timesbestselling author Jory John and critically acclaimed illustrator Liz Climo'sFirst Day Critter Jitters.Some familiar faces and some new ones meet up at summer camp . . . and they all feel nervous! There's a duck afraid everyone will find out he can't swim a bear afraid of noises in the woods and a sloth who worries he'll have to catch his own lunch. But can they get over their nerves to have some fun and make new friends?