Author: Joy Jones
Publisher: Albert Whitman & Company
ISBN: 0807560774
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 160
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Black Caucus of the American Library Association BCALA, 2020 Best of the Best Booklist A heartwarming story about finding your place, in the ropes and out. When eleven-year-old Jayla finds out that her mother used to be a Double Dutch champion, she's stunned. Her mom, who’s on doctor’s orders to lower her blood pressure, could move like that?!? Jayla decides to follow in her mom’s footsteps, thinking that maybe double Dutch can make her stand out in her big, quirky family. As she puts together a team at school and prepares to compete, Jayla finds that Double Dutch is about a lot more than jumping rope—and it just might change her life in ways she never imagined. Full of hilarious family dynamics and plenty of jump rope action, Jayla Jumps In follows one girl’s quest to get her mom healthy and find her place in her community.
Author: Jennifer Dugan
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 0525516301
Category : Young Adult Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 354
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From the author of Hot Dog Girl comes a fresh and funny queer YA contemporary novel about two teens who fall in love in an indie comic book shop. Jubilee has it all together. She's an elite cellist, and when she's not working in her stepmom's indie comic shop, she's prepping for the biggest audition of her life. Ridley is barely holding it together. His parents own the biggest comic-store chain in the country, and Ridley can't stop disappointing them--that is, when they're even paying attention. They meet one fateful night at a comic convention prom, and the two can't help falling for each other. Too bad their parents are at each other's throats every chance they get, making a relationship between them nearly impossible . . . unless they manage to keep it a secret. Then again, the feud between their families may be the least of their problems. As Ridley's anxiety spirals, Jubilee tries to help but finds her focus torn between her fast-approaching audition and their intensifying relationship. What if love can't conquer all? What if each of them needs more than the other can give? "A deep dive into first love while learning to manage significant mental health challenges . . . Dugan's strength is in creating a diverse cast of characters. Ridley is bisexual, Jubilee struggles with how to identify and label her sexuality, and most of the supporting characters are queer-identified." --School Library Journal
Author: Erin Frankel
Publisher: Free Spirit Publishing
ISBN: 1575426609
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 26
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Luisa is repeatedly teased and called "weird" by her classmate Sam, even though she is simply being herself—laughing with her friends, answering questions in class, greeting her father in Spanish, and wearing her favorite polka-dot boots. Luisa initially reacts to the bullying by withdrawing and hiding her colorful nature. But with the support of her teachers, parents, classmates, and one special friend named Jayla, she is able to reclaim her color and resist Sam’s put-downs. The Weird! Series These three books tell the story of an ongoing case of bullying from three third graders’ perspectives. Luisa describes being targeted by bullying in Weird! Jayla shares her experience as a bystander to bullying in Dare! And in Tough!, Sam speaks from the point of view of someone initiating bullying. Kids will easily relate to Luisa, Jayla, and Sam, as each girl has her own unique experience, eventually learning how to face her challenges with the help of friends, peers, and caring adults. Part of the Bully Free Kids™ line
Author: Born This Way Foundation Reporters
Publisher: Feiwel & Friends
ISBN: 1250245575
Category : Young Adult Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 278
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A New York Times Bestseller For Lady Gaga, kindness is the driving force behind everything she says and does. The quiet power of kindness can change the way we view one another, our communities, and even ourselves. She embodies this mission, and through her work, brings more kindness into our world every single day. Lady Gaga has always believed in the importance of being yourself, being kind to yourself, and being kind to others, no matter who they are or where they come from. With that sentiment in mind, she and her mother, Cynthia Germanotta, founded Born This Way Foundation, a nonprofit organization dedicated to making the world a kinder and braver place. Through the years, they've collected stories of kindness, bravery and resilience from young people all over the world, proving that kindness truly is the universal language. And now, we invite you to read these stories and follow along as each and every young author finds their voice just as Lady Gaga has found hers. Within these pages, you’ll meet young changemakers who found their inner strength, who prevailed in the face of bullies, who started their own social movements, who decided to break through the mental health stigma and share how they felt, who created safe spaces for LGBTQ+ youth, and who have embraced kindness with every fiber of their being by helping others without the expectation of anything in return. In one story, you’ll read about a young person with an autoimmune disease, who after being bullied at school, learned how to practice self-love and started an organization with the mission of educating others about the importance of self-love, too; and in another story, you’ll meet a young person who decided to start a movement to help eliminate the stigma surrounding mental health and encouraged others to talk about their feelings openly and honestly, a reminder that kindness and mental wellness go hand in hand. Not only were we moved by these individual acts of kindness, but we were also touched by the many stories of organizations, neighborhoods, and entire communities that fully dedicated themselves to helping those in need and found new, innovative ways to make our world a kinder and braver place. Individually and collectively, these stories prove that kindness not only saves lives but builds community. Kindness is inclusion, it is pride, it is empathy, it is compassion, it is self-respect and it is the guiding light to love. Kindness is always transformational, and its never-ending ripples result in even more kind acts that can change our lives, our communities, and our world.
Author: Arianne Costner
Publisher: Yearling
ISBN: 0593118693
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 289
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For anyone who has ever felt like a potato in middle school, this hilarious story about a boy forced to become the dorkiest school mascot ever will have readers cheering! "A grade A, spudtastic (not to mention FUNNY) debut. Arianne Costner sure knows middle school and middle schoolers!" --Chris Grabenstein, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Escape from Mr. Lemoncello's Library Ben Hardy believes he's cursed by potatoes. And now he's moved to Idaho, where the school's mascot is Steve the Spud! Yeah, this cannot be good. After accidentally causing the mascot to sprain an ankle, Ben is sentenced to Spud duty for the final basketball games of the year. But if the other kids know he's the Spud, his plans for popularity are likely to be a big dud! Ben doesn't want to let the team down, so he lies to his friends to keep it a secret. No one will know it's him under the potato suit . . . right? Life as a potato is all about not getting mashed! With laugh-out-loud illustrations throughout, hand to fans of James Patterson, Gordan Korman, Jeff Kinney, and Chris Grabenstein! "A hilarious, relatable story for any kid who has ever felt out of place." --Stacy McAnulty, author of The Miscalculations of Lightning Girl
Author: Karen Krossing
Publisher: Charlesbridge Publishing
ISBN: 1632893282
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 244
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A moving middle-grade novel about unlikely friendships and facing our fears—or monsters!—perfect for fans of of Wendy Mass's and Rebecca Stead’s Bob. “Monstrously magical and delicious!”—William Alexander, National Book Award Winner for Goblin Secrets "A heartfelt tale of meeting your monsters and setting them free." —Linda Urban, acclaimed author of A Crooked Kind of Perfect On the edge of town, a boy named Dawz lives with his sister and their uncle-turned-adoptive-father, Pop. No one in their ramshackle house knows that a monster—who is smaller than a bear cub—lives in Dawz’s bedroom closet. She calls herself Mim. When a series of events forces Mim to leave her closet, she sets out on a quest to unlock the magic of books, but will Dawz be willing to help her? The story of a monster who desperately wants to be seen and the reluctant boy who wishes he weren’t the only one who could, this exploration of found family, fear and mental health, and intergenerational trauma begs the question: What if the monsters that haunt us aren’t monsters at all?
Author: Trenia D. Coleman
Publisher: Xlibris Corporation
ISBN: 1462804969
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 341
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After the death of her mom and graduating from nursing school, Jayla Stewart saw no reason to stay in North Carolina. The quiet and simple life she had enjoyed for so many years came to an abrupt halt after relocating to Atlanta, Georgia. She fi nally had a support system again, and it felt wonderful. Niecy, her friend of four years, was like a sister to her and encouraged her to relocate to Atlanta. She found a job at Riverside General and a house all in a matter of days. Packing up the U-Haul, Jayla sold the house she and her mother called home and headed for Atlanta. Just when she thought things couldnt get any better, she met the man of her dreams, and life was incredibly good. Almost overnight, things took a turn for the worse and Jaylas fi ghting to stay alive. Being strong, smart, and independent only went so far . . . when danger of the unknown enemy alerted, none of those things mattered. Book Comment: WOW!!!!!! You have done it again. Your first book was wonderful and you seem to add a different spirit to your writing with each book. It has been so wonderful watching you grow. I can't wait to read your next novel. -Cynethia Upcoming Book Signings DAY: Mon-Tues DATE: May 12th and 13th LOCATION: Post Exchange on Ft. Rucker in Daleville, AL TIME: 10:00-4:00 DAY: Wed-Thurs DATE: May 14th and 15th LOCATION: Base Exchange on Maxwell AFB in Montgomery, AL TIME: 10:00-4:00 DAY: Friday DATE: May 16th LOCATION: Base Exchange on Barksdale AFB in Bossier City, LA TIME: 2:00-6:00 DAY: Saturday DATE: May 17th LOCATION: Claiborne Parish Library in Homer, LA TIME: 9:00-12:00 DAY: Saturday DATE: May 17th LOCATION: Webster Parish Library in Minden, LA TIME: 1:00-4:00 DAY: Sunday DATE: May 18th LOCATION: Scott's Gourmet Teacakes in Ringgold, LA TIME: 10:00-4:00 DAY: Wednesday DATE: May 21st LOCATION: Army National Guard Readiness Center, Arlington VA TIME: 9:00-4:00 DAY: Sat-Sun DATE: June 28th and 29th LOCATION: Post Exchange on Ft Myer in Arlington, VA TIME: 10:00-3:00 DAY: Fri-Sun DATE: July 25th & 27th LOCATION: Base Exchange on Andrews AFB in Maryland TIME: 10:00-3:00 DAY: Fri-Sun DATE: August 29th-31st LOCATION: Post Exchange on Ft. Belvoir in Alexandria, VA TIME: 10:00-2:00
Author: Lambda Publishing
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 108
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Best Gift idea for Jayla UNDER 10 DOLLARS ! A beautifully personalised and stylised notebook for people named Jayla. This 6x9 lined notebook is ready be filled bright starry ideas and thoughts. Great for organising and chronicling the events of life. This premium, portable design makes a perfect gift for free and creative thinkers! Unable to find a book with your name? Try searching for: Lambda "Your Name" notebook
Author: Yolanda T. Marshall
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781999115548
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 32
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Femi and her friends planned to leave some traditional Caribbean treats out for Santa, including Black Cake. The children shared warm wishes for their favourite dishes while enjoying winter activities at the Christmas fair.
Author: LeRoy Payton
Publisher: Anitbeet Productions, LLC
ISBN: 0996966684
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 258
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At a very young age, Slim discovers an uncompromising, but self-sufficient lifestyle he feels he's essentially built for. Fast money in the dope game consumes him with its sense of freedom and control. As sweet as the game is to him, it comes with challenges that tests his commitment to what he claims to be. Slim's biggest and most challenging test comes when he's betrayed by the life he puts his heart into. It's a tragedy that causes him to question his commitment to who he claims to be. At a devastating point in his life when his love for his family conflicts with his love for the game, he struggles to remain faithful to a lifestyle which proves to be maliciously cold. One pivotal decision will reveal his character
