Shy, eleven-year-old Lily made her dad an important promise before he passed away--that she would "Strive for Five" and speak her mind at least five times. But speaking up one time, let alone five, is easier said than done. It'll be even harder now that Lily must attend public school for the first time. Fortunately, she meets curling-obsessed Hobart and quiet Dunya at the beginning of sixth grade. Their kindness gives Lily hope that life without...

A young girl learns to like herself every single day, no matter what.

Slow Down, Tumbleweed! is a full-color, illustrated picture book for ages 4 to 8 that celebrates the gratitude and awe that come from learning to be still in the world.

Picture book encouraging kids to be proud of what makes them unique, where they come from, and how they express themselves and see the world.

"Take a deep breath, close your eyes, and receive your ancestors. They are a part of YOU. Now reimagined for a younger audience, this board book speaks directly to African American children, introducing empowering vocabulary while inspiring little ones to walk tall and do great things. With a joyous feel and vibrant art, Your Legacy Begins: First Words to Empower reminds little ones that their ancestors passed down the best of themselves-gifts like...

"Olivette introduces kids to the multitudes inside us all"

When Pa Lion brags that he is the best and Ma Lion asks what he is best at, Pa sets out to prove what he can do, but the quiet laughter each time he fails makes him more and more angry.

This board book delivers an ode to the beautiful light of African American boys.

This picture book showcases one hundred things little ones can do on their own.

Bob loves his red jacket. The red jacket makes him feel swanky cool. The red jacket makes other seagulls notice him and even speak to him. But when a wave washes it away, will Bob lose his cool and his newfound friends, too?