african american children

Presents an alphabet book of positive affirmations to inspire and promote self-esteem in Black children.

"A chapter book biography of Ruby Bridges, part of the She Persisted series"--Provided by publisher.

Two brothers, Randy and Rudy, tap dance on a New Orleans street.

"The confident Black narrator of this book is proud of everything that makes him who he is. He's got big plans, and no doubt he'll see them through--as he's creative, adventurous, smart, funny, and a good friend. Sometimes he falls, but he always gets back up. And other times he's afraid, because he's so often misunderstood and called what he is not. So slow down and really look and listen, when somebody tells you--and shows you--who they are. There are superheroes in our midst"--Amazon.

"A . . . story about a child of color being told by his parents how he matters"--School Library Journal.

"Here are classic games, songs, stories, and more, recalled from the author's own childhood in the American South and loveingly passed down to a new generation."--Trade bdg. dust jacket.

"Thirty diverse and award-winning authors and illustrators capture frank discussions about racism, identity, and self-esteem"--Provided by publisher.

"When a little girl has doubts about the color of her skin, her mother shows her all the wonderful, beautiful things brown can be!"--Jacket flap.

"Civil rights activist Ruby Bridges--who, at the age of six, was the first African American to integrate an all-white elementary school in New Orleans--shares her story through text and historical photographs, offering a powerful call to action"--Provided by publisher.