Told with Greenfield’s characteristic humor and love for her young Black characters, this book was released shortly before her passing in August, 2021. Rambunctious Kindergartener Alaina prepares for her speech at the end of the play at school, then embellishes a bit once on stage. Greenfield, Eloise illustrated by Colin Bootman. Through this inclusive alphabet book, children learn about pronouns, what makes each one of us unique, and the joys of childhood. Simple text and bright illustrations appeal to children, while thorough back matter guides any adults who may have questions, or field questions from curious young readers. Disability justice, positivity and inclusivity are at the center of this title. An ideal book for very young readers, with appealing illustrations showing animals romping about in their respective habitats - and children playing just like the animals do.įritsch, Kelly and Anne McGuire illustrated by Eduardo Trejos. Inspired by a conversation between both creators, Dawes’ lyrical prose and Feelings’ sketches and illustrations capture the myriad of faces and experiences within the Africa diasporas.įlett, Julie translated by the Cree Literacy Network. Employing bold mixed media art and poetic text, Clarke depicts a Black couple explaining to their child the many reasons why Black Lives Matter.ĭawes, Kwame illustrated by Tom Feelings afterword by Jerry Pinkney. English Spanish.Ī boy and his father share a weekend ritual: driving across the Rio Grande to The Other Side (the Mexican town just across the border) to eat good food, visit friends, and check in with families camped out along the bridge, seeking asylum.Ĭlarke, Maxine Beneba. But when the girl finally gets her chance at the coveted spot, she finds that sleeping on the cot isn’t the amazing experience she believed it to be.īowles, David illustrated by Erika Meza. A young girl is jealous of the children who stay at her Dominican-American family’s apartment, because they get to sleep on the cot in the living room. An uplifting story of community and solidarity while counting children and depending on each other.īurgos, Hilda Eunice illustrated by Gaby D’Alessandro. When a woodcutter is planning to cut the last olive tree, a team of soccer players one by one climb up the tree. Counting Up the Olive Tree: A Palestine Number Book. Mi escuela / My school features straightforward text (in English and Spanish) and photographs from George Ancona, who passed away in January 2021.īashi, Golbarg illustrated by Nabi H.
Part of the Somos Latinos book series, this title follows an elementary student during a typical day at school. Ancona, George translated by Alma Flor Ada and F.