As children grow older and become more aware, it’s natural for them to ask questions about who they are and where their families come from. Here, a little girl who’s frustrated by her six names asks her daddy to explain why she has so many. In turn, little Alma Sofia Esperanza José Pura Candela learns how who she is today can be traced back to those who came before her. Parents can use this story to spark a conversation about their families’ histories and help children understand why their name makes them special and unique! (For ages 3-6.)
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This new picture book biography of the two sisters uses captivating collage-style illustrations to tell the story of how Venus and Serena Williams overcame every obstacle thrown at them to become living history. We learn of their continual support of each other and how being in competition does not mean that they can’t celebrate each other’s successes as well. Author Lesa Cline-Ransome and illustrator James E. Ransome also carefully paint a picture of how tennis is as a sport is inaccessible to many people. This book would offer a smooth transition into a conversation about the racial and cultural barriers of certain sports, to help future generations continue to break down those walls. Review by Raina Bradford-Jennings
This photo-based picture book for younger readers takes a look at the thousands of children around the world who have been forced to flee war, terror, hunger, sickness, and natural disasters - young refugees on the move with very little left except questions. It's hard to imagine, but the images here will help unaffected children understand not only what this must feel like, but also how very lucky they are. Recommended for ages 4-8.
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