Melena's Jubilee

Melena's Jubilee
Author: Zetta Elliott
Publisher: Tilbury House Publishers and Cadent Publishing
Total Pages: 34
Release: 2016-11-08
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 0884484459

Named to Bank Street College of Education’s prestigious 2016 Best Children’s Books of the Year with a star for outstanding merit. Named to Bayviews Outstanding List (online journal for the Association of Children's Librarians of Northern California (ACL)) 2017 Skipping Stones Honor Book After being sent to bed early the previous night, Melena wakes up to a new day with a song in her heart. At breakfast she learns she has been given a “fresh start,” and she decides to celebrate by doing things differently for the rest of the day. Melena chooses not to fight with her brother, and shares the money she has rather than demanding to be repaid by a less fortunate friend. This story introduces children to the concept of jubilee, which stresses the important principles of debt relief, generosity, and forgiveness. Aaron Boyd’s mixed-media illustrations are as bright and vivid as a sun-washed day. Fountas & Pinnell Level M

Melena's Jubilee

Melena's Jubilee
Author: Zetta Elliott
Publisher:
Total Pages: 32
Release: 2021-07-06
Genre:
ISBN: 9780884485605

Forgive and be forgiven. It sounds so appealing--why doesn't it happen every day? Finding herself forgiven on a rain-scrubbed morning after a difficult day, Melena seizes her fresh start and shares the song in her heart with her family and friends. It's a day of new beginnings. It's Melena's jubilee.This story introduces children to the concept of jubilee, which stresses the important principles of debt relief, generosity, and forgiveness. Aaron Boyd's mixed-media illustrations are as bright and vivid as a sun-washed day."I write predominantly about Black children because I grew up believing I was invisible in the real world, and it hurt just as much to discover that I was also invisible in the realm of the imaginary. I write the books I wish I had had as a child."--Zetta Elliott

Lester's Dreadful Sweaters

Lester's Dreadful Sweaters
Author: K. G. Campbell
Publisher: Kids Can Press Ltd
Total Pages: 36
Release: 2012-09
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 1554537703

When Lester's mysterious cousin Clara comes to stay with his family she insists on knitting him ugly sweaters and Lester must figure out how to accept the unwanted gifts without hurting his cousin's feelings.

Here and There

Here and There
Author: Tamara Ellis Smith
Publisher: Barefoot Books
Total Pages: 35
Release: 2019-03-31
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 1782857583

A young boy, Ivan, experiences the early stages of his parents’ separation and finds hope in the beauty and music of nature. This tale of personal growth will provide a much-needed mirror for children in times of change -- and an important reminder for all that there’s beauty everywhere you look.

Papa Gave Me a Stick

Papa Gave Me a Stick
Author: Janice Levy
Publisher: Star Bright Books
Total Pages: 37
Release: 2023-11-08
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 1595725261

When Antonio sees the members of the Mariachi band play, he wants nothing more than a guitar of his own. But guitars cost money, explains his father, who hands Antonio a stick instead. Confused and upset, Antonio resentfully accepts his father’s gift. He heads off, unknowingly starting a chain of exchanges that may, miraculously, earn him what he wants most.

Gecko One and Gecko Two

Gecko One and Gecko Two
Author:
Publisher: Beachhouse Pub Llc
Total Pages: 16
Release: 2014-09
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 9781933067612

Gecko One and Gecko Two seem like complete opposites, but their different personalities complement each other, making them the best of friends. At an age when your little one is starting to practice his or her social skills, these two BFFs demonstrate that differences should be celebrated and that friendships can form between anyone.

Peach Girl

Peach Girl
Author: Raymond Nakamura
Publisher: Pajama Press Inc.
Total Pages: 33
Release: 2014-05-15
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 1927485584

Momoko, a girl who was born from a peach and plans to make the world a better place, sets out to discover the truth surrounding rumors of a terrible ogre living nearby.

Gerbil, Uncurled

Gerbil, Uncurled
Author: Alison Hughes
Publisher: Tell Me More Storybook
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2015
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 9781554553327

Little Gerbil does her best to follow the Gerbil Motto: Curl Up Nose to Toes.

Groundhog's Dilemma

Groundhog's Dilemma
Author: Kristen Remenar
Publisher: Triangle Interactive, Inc.
Total Pages: 19
Release: 2018-03-29
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 1684447089

Read Along or Enhanced eBook: After Groundhog announces six more weeks of winter, half his animal friends are disappointed, while the other half are excited. Each animal asks Groundhog to make his prediction in their favor the following year. Rather than being truthful about the fact that he just "calls it like he sees it," he leads them to believe he can control the weather, accepting their gifts of food and favor. On the next Groundhog Day, he finally admits he made promises he couldn't keep because he was trying to please everyone and makes amends. Matt Faulkner's rich illustrations are packed with hilarious details that will delight readers of all ages. No matter what weather the Groundhog predicts, curling up with this fun book is a great way to spend the winter. From the Hardcover edition.

Ghoulia (Book 1)

Ghoulia (Book 1)
Author: Barbara Cantini
Publisher: Abrams
Total Pages: 64
Release: 2018-08-28
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 1683353935

Ghoulia lives in Crumbling Manor with her Auntie Departed and spends most of her time playing with Tragedy, her beloved albino greyhound. But things aren’t as easy as they seem for this little zombie girl—all she wants is a real friend. She tries to venture past the manor’s walls, but she can’t hide her pale green skin or the deep purple circles under her eyes. The other children will be afraid of her, and no one will want to be her friend. But when Halloween rolls around, Ghoulia hatches a brilliant plan. All the other, ordinary children will be dressed up like monsters, so Ghoulia can go out into the town and be entirely herself. In the end, all the kids realize that Ghoulia is (almost) just like them and learn that friendship can come in many forms.