Latham, Irene

A mindfulness picture book about finding solace in the natural world.

"Organized as a dictionary, entries in this book for middle-grade readers present words related to creating a better, more inclusive world. Each word is explored via a poem, a quote from an inspiring person, and a short personal anecdote from one of the co-authors, a prompt for how to translate the word into action, and an illustration"--Provided by publisher.

"Irene Latham . . . discovers 'nestlings' or smaller poems about [a] . . . variety of subjects--emotions, wild animals, natural landmarks on all seven continents, even planets and constellations"--Provided by publisher.

"Organized as a dictionary, entries in this book for middle-grade readers present words related to creating a better, more inclusive world. Each word is explored via a poem, a quote from an inspiring person, and a short personal anecdote from one of the co-authors, a prompt for how to translate the word into action, and an illustration"--Provided by publisher.

"In the midst of the Syrian Civil War, Alaa takes care of Aleppo's abandoned cats"--Provided by the publisher.

Ludelphia Bennett, a determined, ten-year-old African American girl in 1932 Gee's Bend, Alabama, leaves home in an effort to find medical help for her sick mother, and she recounts her ensuing adventures in a quilt she is making.

In California, Agnes, a giant Pacific octopus, pens a series of postcards to strangers from both above and below the pier.

Ten-year-old African American boy wants to welcome the circus elephant named Miss Fancy to her new home in a nearbypark, but he is disappointed to see a sign that states "No Colored Allowed.".

Presents poetry, illustrations, and facts about the animals and environment of Antarctica for young readers.