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During the evacuation after Hurricane Katrina, twelve-year-old Claudia and her younger sister are separated from the rest of their family, and now it is up to Claudia to protect and comfort her sister through the tragedy.

"This book highlights [fifteen] men and women who made a big impact--from Marie Van Brittan Brown, who created the first home security system, to Mark Dean, who helped invent the personal computer. Learn all about each inventor's creative process, their invention, and the way their invention has benefitted the . . . world"--Back cover.

Amidst the search for a peaceful resolution, Jax and his friends find themselves facing an imminent war as the witches gear up for battle against the formidable Scourge, threatening to drain all magic from both realms.

This book features fifteen stories of Black female scientists that advanced their STEM fields and fought to build a legacy.

"All throughout history, Black men have made important contributions to scientific discovery. This collection of biographies for kids explores fifteen of these intelligent men and the extraordinary scientific accomplishments they achieved--even when they faced huge challenges, learning how they stood up against racism and inequality, and never stopped following their passions for science, technology, engineering, and mathematics"--Provided by publisher.

To come to terms with who she is and what she wants, Ailey, the daughter of an accomplished doctor and a strict schoolteacher, embarks on a journey through her family's past, helping her embrace her full heritage, which is the story of the Black experience in itself.

In Atlanta, just before Christmas, twelve teens band together to help a friend pull off the most epic apology of her life during the storm of the century, which results in a magical moment that changes everything.

Kwanzaa is an African American cultural holiday that is celebrated from December 26 to January 1 annually. It was created in 1966 by Dr. Maulana Karenga, Professor of Africana Studies at California State University-Long Beach. The seven-day celebration has since become a recognized part of the December holiday season, celebrated by millions of people. ... This book will show you how to celebrate Kwanzaa in your home. It contains everything you need to participate in this unique and remarkable holiday. --.

When the murder of his classmate at an elite boarding school seems to be forgotten overnight, seventeen-year-old Douglas must confront centuries of secrets in the school's past and a vengeful creature in the forest surrounding the campus.

Set in an alternate version of Queens, N.Y., fifteen-year-old Violetta must participate in the Trials, a series of tests meant to push her to the edge, to atone for her sister's death.