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Learning and Teaching About Juneteenth Using Children's Literature
Picture Books for Black History Month
Picture Books for Black History Month
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"The true story of Black activist Opal Lee and her vision of Juneteenth as a holiday for everyone will inspire children to be brave and make a difference. Growing up in Texas, Opal knew the history of Juneteenth, but she soon discovered that most Americans had never heard of the holiday that represents the nation's creed of "freedom for all.""--
"The true story of Black activist Opal Lee and her vision of Juneteenth as a holiday for everyone celebrates...
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Picture Book Biographies for Hispanic Heritage Month
Picture Books in Both English and Spanish/Libros ilustrados en ingles y español
Picture Books in Both English and Spanish/Libros ilustrados en ingles y español
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Looks at the life and accomplishments of Teresa Carreño, one of the most famous pianist who, by age nine, performed for President Abraham Lincoln at the White House.
3) Dreamers
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"An illustrated picture book autobiography in which award-winning author Yuyi Morales tells her own immigration story"--
5) Abby Wambach
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Simple text and photographs describe the life of Abby Wambach and her career as a professional soccer player.
6) Barbara Park
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"Presents the life and career of Barbara Park, including her childhood, education, and milestones as a best selling children's author"--Provided by publisher.
7) Jeff Kinney
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"Presents the life and career of Jeff Kinney, including his childhood, education, and milestones as a best selling children's author"--Provided by publisher.
10) Here we all are
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Children's author-illustrator Tomie De Paola describes his experiences at home and in school when he was a boy.
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Tells the true story of Chiune Sugihara, a Japanese diplomat stationed in Lithuania in 1940 who risked the safety of his own family members and put his job on the line by issuing visas to as many as 10,000 Jews who were facing death at the hands of the Nazis.