Tweet As a Filipina American girl, Nina Mata did not know much about Asian American women who stood out for their actions. As an author and illustrator, she has set out to provide such a guide for her daughter and … Continue reading
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Tweet Who doesn’t love alpacas? The cute animals with big eyes, long necks, and fluffy bodies attract attention whether seen in fields or farms. And of course, their wool keeps people warm when used to make things like sweaters, ponchos, … Continue reading
Tweet It’s the day before Valentine’s day, and Kai is making cards for his friends and family. Paper and crayons and glue and scissors are spread across the table, and his mom and dad and baby sister help. He’s excited … Continue reading
Tweet When Hugo realizes it’s his Mami’s birthday, he decides to get her something special. He knows she likes all kinds of rocks, so he sets off on an adventure with his pet dino. The two embark on an outer … Continue reading
Tweet Dead Below Deck by Jan Gangsei is a great young adult mystery that will keep readers guessing until the end. It starts with what seems like a straightforward crime. Maggie is seen in video pushing Giselle from the railing … Continue reading
Tweet Safi has strong magic, but she needs a mentor to learn how to use it. Her father and older sister know they can’t afford to pay someone to teach her, so they hope to find her an apprenticeship with … Continue reading
Tweet Remi Finch hates spending time with family. She particularly doesn’t get along with her two older sisters. But when her parents anniversary requires a mandatory appearance at a camping weekend, Remi knows she has to make the best of … Continue reading
Tweet In Still There Was Bread, a picture book written by Lisl H. Detlefsen and illustrated by David Soman, a young boy learns to bake bread from his grandma. The story is seemingly simple, yet it feels as warm and … Continue reading
