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  Black Girl Rising

  Brynne Barnes

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  This enduring anthem for Black girls celebrates their power, potential, and brilliance—for themselves and for the world. 
    
  You are a thousand curls 
    
  unfurling in your hair. 
    
  You are a thousand fists 
    
  standing proudly in air. 
    
    
  You are the song of swallows, 
    
  lifting sun as they sing— 
    
  breaking light with their beaks, 
    
  breaking sky with their wings … 
    
  Black girlhood is beautiful! In this deeply moving celebration and rallying cry, and in the face of the many messages that still work to convince Black girls that they should shrink themselves, hide their light, know their place, Brynne Barnes reclaims that narrative: A Black girl’s place is everywhere, and her selfhood is everything she can dream it to be. 
    
  With poignant, poetic prose, this empowering book centers the inherent worthiness and radiance of Black girls that is still far too often denied. A love letter to and for Black girls everywhere, Black Girl Rising alchemizes the sorrow and strength of the past into the brilliant gold of the future, sweeping young readers of all backgrounds into a lyrical exploration of what it means to be Black, female, and glorious.  
    
  EMPOWERS AND INSPIRES SELF-LOVE: This uplifting anthem of Black brilliance shuts out invalidating messages and replaces them with unconditional assertions of Black girls’ rights to be loved, to be inspired, and to exist fully in their power. Everything about Black girls deserves to be seen and celebrated—and this book provides a welcome opportunity for readers of all ages to do so!  
    
  EXCELLENT READ-ALOUD: Warm, loving sentiments paired with poetic prose and a light rhyme make this book a great choice to read aloud together at story time, bedtime, or any time. It’s sure to become a fast favorite and inspire countless moments of parent-child connection. 
    
  "… this work extols the beauty, bravery, and possibilities of young black girls. The author explores strong role models, female and male, from the past to inspire readers to envision the prospects of a glorious future. … [T]he rich vocabulary, flowing narrative, and specific word emphasis encourage[s] exuberant read-alouds."—School Library Journal

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  Goodbye's Not the End - A story...

  Dr. Christy Stockdale

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  When Jimmy's beloved dog, Sparty, passes away, it feels like he's just lost his best friend. Heartbroken, Jimmy discovers the complicated feelings that come with losing a cherished pet. With the help of his grandpa, Jimmy begins to understand that God cares about every tear we shed, and He has a special plan for all of His creatures. As Jimmy learns about heaven and God's promises, he realizes that Sparty isn't gone forever. 
  Goodbye's Not the End is a faith-filled story that tenderly guides children through the grieving process, inspiring hope and comfort rooted in biblical truth. With touching moments and relatable emotions, Dr. Christy Stockdale reassures young readers that God is by our side in the darkest times - that even in loss, His love endures. Whether you've said goodbye to a furry friend or hope to comfort a child who has, this heartfelt story is a gentle reminder that, in God's plan, goodbye is never truly the end. 
  About the Author: Dr. Christy Stockdale, DVM, grew up on a small farm in Hartland, Michigan, where she developed a deep love for God's creatures and a desire to care for them. She met her husband, Alan, in veterinary school and they graduated from Michigan State University in 1989. Two years later, they opened Wil-O-Paw Animal Hospital in Dr. Alan's hometown of Coloma, Michigan. Together, they have practiced small animal medicine and surgery for over 35 years. They have been blessed with two amazing children and many wonderful pets. Dr. Christy enjoys helping in the children's ministries in her local church, and fostering cats and kittens through Paws of Hope. 
  Illustrator's Biography: Retired veterinarian Dr. Kathy Bates, DVM, dedicated 36 years of her life to the practice of small animal medicine. She now practices her skills as an oil painter, continuing to celebrate the human/animal bond. She resides in Chillicothe, Ohio with Labrador, Lucy, and Marshmallow, the canary.

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  Sacrifice The (Animorphs #52)

  K. A. Applegate

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  The war between the Yeerks and the Animorphs is still raging. There are no more secrets -- but there are plenty of lies. The kids are fighting harder than they ever thought they could. And they're about to make the biggest decision they've ever had to face. A decision that may eventually break them all.Ax and the Animorphs know that destroying the Yeerk pool would give them a huge chance to take back Earth. And they've figured out a way to do it. But there's no way to destroy the pool without also destroying the innocent humans caught by the Yeerks. But there's no more time to think about it. There's only yes or no...

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  The Monsters

  Robert Sheckley

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  The Monsters by Robert Sheckley - Cordovir and Hum encounter a mysterious metallic object balancing on fire! As they debate its origins, a chilling realization sets in: what lurks inside could challenge everything they know about morality and truth.  
  Robert Sheckley was born on July 16, 1928, in Brooklyn, New York. Sheckley developed an avid interest in reading and storytelling, particularly drawn to the burgeoning genre of science fiction. This passion was nurtured by the pulp magazines of the era, which introduced him to the works of writers like H.G. Wells, Isaac Asimov, and Ray Bradbury. 
  Sheckley sold his first story, "Final Examination," to Imagination magazine in 1952. This marked the beginning of a prolific period in his career, during which he became a regular contributor to major science fiction magazines such as Galaxy Science Fiction and The Magazine of Fantasy & Science Fiction. His breakthrough came with the publication of his first novel, Immortality, Inc., in 1958. The book explored the concept of life extension and the moral and societal implications of immortality. It was well-received and cemented Sheckley's reputation as a writer who could blend humor with profound philosophical questions. 
  One of his most famous works, The Status Civilization (1960), is a satirical exploration of a dystopian society where criminal behavior is the norm. 
  In addition to his novels, Sheckley was a master of the short story. His short stories were not only entertaining but also thought-provoking, often challenging readers to reconsider their assumptions about society and human nature.

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  Red Madness - How a Medical...

  Gail Jarrow

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  One hundred years ago, a mysterious and alarming illness spread across America's South, striking tens of thousands of victims. No one knew what caused it or how to treat it. People were left weak, disfigured, insane, and in some cases, dead. Award-winning science and history writer Gail Jarrow tracks this disease, commonly known as pellagra, and highlights how doctors, scientists, and public health officials finally defeated it. Illustrated with 100 archival photographs, Red Madness includes stories about real-life pellagra victims and accounts of scientific investigations. It concludes with a glossary, timeline, further resources, author's note, bibliography, and index. This book is perfect to share with young readers looking for a historical perspective of the Covid-19/Coronavirus pandemic that is gripping the world today.

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  Lost Sci-Fi Books 61 thru 70

  Ray Bradbury, Philip K. Dick,...

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  Lost Sci-Fi Books 61 thru 70 - Ten Lost Sci-Fi Short Stories from the 1940s, 50s and 60sA Little Journey by Ray Bradbury - She'd paid good money to see the inevitable and then had to work to make it happen!Tony and The Beetles by Philip K. Dick - A ten-year-old boy grows up fast when history catches up with the human race.Piper In The Woods by Philip K. Dick - Earth maintained an important garrison on Asteroid Y-3. Now it was imperiled with a biological impossibility—men becoming plants!The Monster That Threatened The Universe by Russ Winterbotham - A space-consuming creature reached its tentacles toward trembling planets. Who would battle the invulnerable monster?Madmen of Mars by Erik Fennel - Why do the Martians drink wine, spout vile poetry and fight endless duels? How did Terence change their minds about invading the Earth?Jonah of the Jove-Run by Ray Bradbury - They hated this little old guy. Even if his crazy cosmic brain could track a meteor clear across the Galaxy...Rescue Mission by Robert Silverberg - Snaring Earthmen in a mind-web was easy for the telepath. But once you've caught your prey—how do you get rid of them?Rat Race by George O. Smith - The idea was to build a gadget; that it turned out to be a rat trap was accidental. And it turned out to have highly undesirable effects.Space-Lane of No-Return by George Whittington - You were bored—keeping the endless space-lanes clear. You wanted to see the weird planets of the System.And The Gods Laughed by Fredric Brown - Hank was spinning quite a lie—the crew got a boot out of the yarn until...

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