Results for "Barlow, Charnelle Pinkney"

An inspiring and poetic story about reading, libraries, and overcoming shyness to find community.I gather the books in my arms, and give them a hug. "Welcome back," I whisper. Nicky is a shy girl who feels most at home in the safe space of her school library, but the library closes fo... Read More about Everything in Its Place: A Story of Books and Belonging

A picture-book biography of Sister Rosetta Tharpe, the woman who invented rock and roll—a warm, inspiring tale of a childhood filled with music, community, and a drive to succeed."Music is the heart of our story," says Momma to young Rosetta, surprising her with her first guitar. Rosetta's strums so... Read More about Little Rosetta and the Talking Guitar: The Musical Story of Sister Rosetta Tharpe, the Woman Who Invented Rock and Roll

Wilma Rudolph was a champion on the track and for civil rights. Go, Wilma, go!At the 1960 Summer Olympics, Wilma Rudolph became a gold-medal-winning track star. Discover the powerful story of what happened after she soared across the finish line . . . Leaders in Wilma's hometown of Clarksville, Tenn... Read More about Go, Wilma, Go!: Wilma Rudolph, from Athlete to Activist

Join one Black family on their journey to discover what Santa looks like in this joyous tale celebrating identity, family and holiday cheer!It’s not Christmas without Santa! But what does Santa truly look like? Does he match the figurines on the mantel, or the faces on our favorite holiday sweaters?... Read More about The Real Santa

Jodie Patterson, activist and Chair of the Human Rights Campaign Foundation Board, shares her transgender son's experience in this important picture book about identity and acceptance.Penelope knows that he's a boy. (And a ninja.) The problem is getting everyone else to realize it. In this exuberant... Read More about Born Ready: The True Story of a Boy Named Penelope

Celebrate the heart connection between adopted children and the forever families who welcome them with kindness, care, and unconditional love in this powerful picture book from the author of Honey Baby Sugar Child.Carol Olivia Clementine lives with Mama Rose. Mama Rose is everything—tender and sweet... Read More about Just Like a Mama