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Make New Friends, Keep the Old captures the love, fun, and strength that the gift of friendship brings into our lives. With lyrical text perfect for playing aloud, this book reminds us that anything is possible with true friends by our side.

Nate knows he looks Chinese on the outside - but what is he on the inside? Adopted by two white mums, he struggles to know where he fits in. Mum and Momo are always trying to get him to embrace his Chinese heritage, but Nate doesn't even know where to start with it all! He can't speak Chinese, and he doesn't know anything about Chinese customs. So what if a First World War shell casing engraved with a Chinese dragon turns up in a history exhibition at school - why should he be interested in it? But, when Nate touches the shell, someone extraordinary appears.

Growing up, Jung-soon spent every moment she could at her grandparents' house. Dressing up and watching cartoons. Dyeing each other's fingernails with crushed balsam petals. Getting the whole neighborhood together to sweep their streets. Falling asleep together...just the three of them, happy. Grandfather was Grandmother's best and only friend. On every Jesa day, during the ancestral ritual, he would gently place the okchundang candy in her mouth, a big smile spreading across her face as it melted on her tongue.

The Nguyen kids are going on vacation! It’s their first time in Vietnam and staying in Grandma Nội’s childhood home, so they should be excited. As soon as they enter the house, though, something doesn’t feel right. Why is the door to the ancestors’ room always closed? And why can’t they connect with Grandma Nội using their gifts, the way they can at home?

Mei is a young Chinese American girl filled with curiosity about her family’s history in Washington, D.C. Delving into their tales of courage, hope, and resilience, Mei explores the strength and spirit that unites her Chinese heritage with her American identity. Then Mei finds herself at a rally against Asian hate and she realizes that it is her time to make a difference. Armed with the inspiring stories of her ancestors and backed by the unconditional support of her family, Mei takes center stage to start an empowering chant, “We are American, too!”

Deep in the towering Songwillow trees, where the elves live high above the forest floor, they are safe from the dangers below. At least, that’s what Elin has always been told. She doesn’t like to be told what to believe. When she risks everything to help someone she shouldn’t, she shatters the fragile balance of her world and sparks conflict between enemies, tests her friendships, and draws the wrath of the gods themselves.

Neftalí siente admiración y curiosidad por todo: los colores del aceite en un charco, un guante perdido, el viento al navegar, el canto de los pájaros. A Neftalí le encanta coleccionar tesoros, soñar despierto y escribir -pasatiempos que su padre piensa que le hacen perder el tiempo. Sin embargo, a pesar de todas las adversidades, el espíritu de Neftali prevalece a pesar de su timidez y la crueldad de su padre hasta llegar a convertirse en uno de los poetas más leídos en todo el mundo, Pablo Neruda. Este libro inspirara' a jóvenes escritores y artistas.

Acclaimed author-artist Daria Peoples illuminates the life of civil rights icon Angela Davis in this striking biography. This profound exploration of American history, activism, the civil rights movement, and the power of the people is for fans of Maya's Song, Nina, and There Was a Party for Langston.

Third grade is not starting the way Ly-Lan pictured. First, her best friend Cece is put in another class—even after Ly-Lan prayed they would be in the same one. And then Ly-Lan is tasked with showing the new Vietnamese student around. Ly-Lan wants to hang out with Cece, not play translator to the new girl, and she doesn’t understand why her prayers aren’t being answered. If Ly-Lan is going to flourish in third grade, she must learn to trust in God’s plans, especially when it means making some adjustments to her own.

I Like You So Much! reminds kids of this core truth: they are good and loved exactly as they are. Using inclusive and engaging language, New York Times bestselling author and disability advocate Heather Avis encourages all kids to confidently remember who they are is absolutely wonderful and oh-so-likeable!

Cypress and Oakley Young are polar opposites and if it weren’t for being identical twins, no one would ever guess they were related. Cy is a budding film director and this summer, he’s filming his latest movie at the abandoned theme park with Oak and their best friend Jaz as his actors. Tired of hearing about his brother’s dreams and alien conspiracy theories, Cy snaps at him. But before he can patch things up, Oak vanishes into Owl Rock, this huge otherworldly granite formation at the center of the park, leaving only his skateboard behind.

In this uplifting story, Danica visits Confidence Salon. What special natural hair style will make her feel fresh and proud? Braids? No. Cornrows? Uh-uh. Bubble twists? Nah. As Danica experiences premium wash day pampering along with the love and affirmation of her stylist, she opens up about her insecurities and discovers that the stylist is Gabby herself.

In Ben, part of the Little Life Skills 9-book children’s series, join Steven on an unforgettable journey of friendship, love, and the power of creating lasting memories. When Steven meets his newfound friend, Ben, he learns to embrace the simple joys of life and the importance of cherishing every moment with loved ones. Together, they share incredible adventures that leave a lasting impact, teaching Steven a heartfelt lesson about the value of love and connection.

This enduring anthem for Black girls celebrates their power, potential, and brilliance—for themselves and for the world.

It’s a hot summer day and New York City is buzzing like a hive of eager honeybees. From Riis Beach to the Flower District, into the West Village and over to the Brooklyn Museum, folks young and old embrace the resolute and love-filled spirit of icon activist Marsha P. Johnson in all that they do.

Amina Banana's third grade class is abuzz with excitement for the upcoming spelling bee. But spelling in English is tough for Amina. Still, she’s going to prove to her classmates that even if English is an additional language for her, she can take home the gold medal. If only the formula for winning wasn't so complicated! Amina is determined to win, but with a formula that long, how will Amina be able to study, keep up with tasks at home and stay true to her friends—who are also her biggest competition at the bee?

Amina loves bananas, science, and all things yellow! Her family recently arrived from Syria to Indiana, and she's starting at a brand-new school in a brand-new country. She’s excited but also nervous, especially about making friends! But she develops the perfect formula to get everything just right: Speak English + wear a perfect outfit + be a good student + eat American food = Make American Friends! When the first few days are harder than Amina imagined, she’s left worrying: why doesn't her formula add up?

On June 19, 1865, the last enslaved African Americans were finally freed in Galveston, Texas. Every year, our community comes together to honor this special day. We play hopscotch, eat spice cake, and listen to music, but what about the first Juneteenth? As family and friends recount their memories and stories of Juneteenths past, a young girl learns about the holiday's longstanding history and traditions.

In A Girl like Me: A Big, Bold and Beautiful Adventure to Loving All of Me, Joy is excited but nervous about starting at a new school. She looks around the classroom, hoping to find someone who looks like her—someone with dark skin, chubby cheeks, and a big round belly like hers. But as the day goes on, she feels left out and even gets teased for being different. Joy starts to wonder if she really belongs.

In Diversity Is Our Strength, Amelia and Javier are thrilled to win the chance to design a mural for their state. But when their creative visions clash—Javier’s rural landscape versus Amelia’s cityscape—frustration builds. As they struggle to work together, they learn that differences don’t define a person. Instead, they discover the power of listening, collaborating, and celebrating unique perspectives.