The inspiring true story of how one small turtle and kids all over the country sparked an environmental movement.&nbsp;Based on the viral video that created awareness of the harm caused by plastic straws, this heart-wrenching story is a perfect tool for teaching children about sustainability. Slurp! A boy finishes his drink and tosses it in the trash, straw and all. He moves on without another thought.... &nbsp; In the waters off of Costa Rica, scientists spot an endangered sea turtle and pull him aboard to study him. But he has something stuck in his nose. A barnacle? A stick? No...it's a plastic straw! &nbsp; This heroic story of one turtle's rescue reminds us that even the smallest straw can hurt our ocean life--and that the smallest demand for change can grow into something big!

One Turtle's Last Straw: The Real-Life Rescue That Sparked a Sea Change

Children's Books

Boxer, Elisa

Animals

Crown Books for Young Readers

Product Description 
This inspiring picture-book biography about Nancy Pelosi shows her journey from the child of Baltimore's mayor to her marble-ceiling-shattering four terms as Speaker of the House, including the historic events of January 6th, 2021. \nNancy Pelosi grew up watching her father, the mayor of Baltimore, welcome in people of all different backgrounds to sit at their table and make their voices heard. Nancy's mother always stood beside him, working behind the scenes to help her husband and the people he served. When Nancy grew up, she continued working behind the scenes in politics until a friend asked her to run for Congress herself--jump-starting a 33 year career as a political representative and taking her higher than she could have once imagined.\nYoung girls, especially, will be inspired by Nancy's journey and her commitment to using her voice to help others and to make sure women are heard in government. The backmatter also includes an exclusive interview with Nancy Pelosi herself. 
 From School Library Journal 
Gr 1-4-Growing up as the daughter of Mayor Thomas D'Alesandro of Baltimore, Nancy Pelosi witnessed political life up close. Every week her father's constituents were welcomed into the family home to air their concerns. When the mayor "went off to city hall," it was her mother who "made them finally feel heard," and connected community members with the services they needed. Boxer briefly notes Pelosi's other influences as well as her campaign work while raising five children, her election to Congress, and her rise to become the first female Speaker of the House. The author focuses on the subject's struggle to gain a "seat at the table" as a woman in politics, and how once she did, she used her influence to support other female candidates. Causes Pelosi has championed throughout her career are mentioned, but the few specifics are relegated to an author's note and time line. Quotes throughout support a picture of a determined woman for whom public service is a "noble calling." This title ends with the events of Jan. 6, 2021, when a mob stormed Congress, "shattering" items in the Speaker's office but "not her strength" as later that day she called lawmakers back into session to confirm the vote of Joe Biden as the 46th President of the United States. Broad strokes characterize Freeman's lackluster illustrations, which often feature a large generalized portrait in the foreground with several separate, smaller scenes enacted in the background. VERDICT An accessible introduction with a focus on Pelosi's influences and role as a woman in politics.-Daryl Grabarek, formerly at School Library Journalα(c) Copyright 2011. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted. 
 Review 
" 
Pays due homage to its subject."-- 
Kirkus Reviews"S 
ends a resilient message."-- 
Publishers Weekly " 
An ­accessible introduction with a focus on Pelosi’s influences and role as a woman in politics."-- 
School Library Journal 
 About the Author 
Elisa Boxer is a Maine-based, Emmy-winning journalist and columnist whose writing has appeared in publications including 
The New York Times, 
Inc. and 
Fast Company. Having worked in newspaper, magazine and television journalism, Elisa is thrilled to bring her reporting and storytelling skills to the world of children's literature. She is especially drawn to stories of unsung heroes like the ones featured in her first book, 
The Voice That Won the Vote: How One Woman's Words Made History. Visit her at elisaboxer.com\nLaura Freeman received her BFA from the School of Visual Arts and began her career working for various editorial clients. She has illustrated over thirty children's books, including 
Hidden Figures written by Margot Lee Shetterly, 
Kamala Harris by Nikki Grimes, the forthcoming 
The Faith of Elijah Cummings by Carole Boston Weatherford, and the Nikki & Deja series by Karen English. In addition to illustrati

A Seat at the Table: The Nancy Pelosi Story

Biographies

Hope triumphs over fear in this poignant and impactful true story of the Holocaust--a delicate introduction to World War Two history for older picture book readers. During World War Two, in the concentration camp Terezin, a group of Jewish children and their devoted teacher planted and nurtured a smuggled-in sapling. Over time fewer and fewer children were left to care for the little tree, but those who remained kept lovingly sharing their water with it. When the war finally ended and the prisoners were freed, the sapling had grown into a strong five-foot-tall maple. Nearly eighty years later the tree's 600 descendants around the world are thriving . . . including one that was planted at New York City's Museum of Jewish Heritage in 2021. Students will continue to care for it for generations to come, and the world will remember the brave teacher and children who never gave up nurturing a brighter future.

The Tree of Life: How a Holocaust Sapling Inspired the World

Rocky Pond Books

During World War II, families all across Europe huddled together in basements, attics, and closets as Nazi soldiers rounded up anyone Jewish. The Star of David, a symbol of faith and pride, became a tool of hate when the Nazis forced Jewish people to carry papers stamped with that star, so that it was clear who to capture. But many brave souls dared to help them.

Hidden Hope: How a Toy and a Hero Saved Lives During the Holocaust

History

Harry N. Abrams

Review\n**STARRED REVIEW** 
"This one is perfect for storytimes and interdisciplinary curriculum units alike. . .Draped in striking hues and compelling from cover to cover—a gem of a biography!" ―Kirkus Reviews\n"Chapman’s fluid, rainbow-hued, predominantly watercolor and gouache illustrations burst with movement—an ideal accompaniment befitting the artists’ aesthetic."―Publishers Weekly\n"The scale of the creations alone make for interesting study; young readers will be enthralled by the thinking and planning that went along with these massive undertakings."―School Library Journal\n"Chapman’s loose, diaphanous illustrations capture the whimsy and exuberance of Christo and Jeanne-Claude’s art."―The Horn Book\nA vibrantly illustrated biography about visionary artist Christo, encouraging creativity, perseverance, and appreciating the beauty all around us 
Christo (1935–2020) and Jeanne-Claude (1935–2009) are renowned for their large-scale, ambitious art installations that wrapped landmarks and swaths of land in fabric, including Berlin’s Wrapped Reichstag, Paris’s The Pont Neuf Wrapped, and concluding with New York City’s The Gates in Central Park (2005).\nThis lively biography chronicles Christo's humble childhood in Soviet-controlled Bulgaria—under a regime that suppressed individuality and creativity—to his international fame as a bold (and controversial) innovator in the art world. Christo discovered an early love of art and found a way to make a living out of his passion by wrapping bottles, cans, stacks of magazines, and even an air conditioner. When he met his wife, Jeanne-Claude, they moved to New York City as undocumented immigrants and became equal partners in both life and work—he, the artist, and she, the dealmaker.\nTogether, Christo and Jeanne-Claude made elaborate, visually stunning installations that transformed public spaces around the world, all free to the public. Christo never explained why he felt compelled to wrap things in fabric—rather, his work celebrated individual interpretation and the simple joy of seeing something familiar in a new way. And though each work was temporary, their awe-inspiring designs, uniting nature with the manmade, stayed with viewers long afterward. Covered in Color inspires readers to appreciate the beauty around us, however fleeting, and to push the boundaries of "possible."

Covered in Color: Christo and Jeanne-Claude's Fabrics of Freedom

Abrams Books for Young Readers

In August of 1920, women's suffrage in America came down to the vote in Tennessee. If the Tennessee legislature approved the 19th amendment it would be ratified, giving all American women the right to vote. The historic moment came down to a single vote and the voter who tipped the scale toward equality did so because of a powerful letter his mother, Febb Burn, had written him urging him to "Vote for suffrage and don't forget to be a good boy." The Voice That Won the Vote is the story of Febb, her son Harry, and the letter than gave all American women a voice.

The Voice That Won the Vote: How One Woman's Words Made History

Sleeping Bear Press

Ethelda Bleibtrey was a girl with guts who loved the water. As a child with polio in the early 1900s, swimming set her free. The water released her from her pain and helped her build strong muscle--and a powerful spirit. From then on, from the New York beaches to the choppy waters of the 1920 Olympics to the Central Park Reservoir, Ethelda made a splash wherever she went. For Ethelda, doing the right thing sometimes came with a price--change often does--but Ethelda helped make the world better than how she found it. Splash!

Splash!: Ethelda Bleibtrey Makes Waves of Change

Sleeping Bear Pr

A fascinating group of women from all walks of life share their inspirations, advice, and what they wish they'd known when they were younger. If you could go back and share words of wisdom with your younger self, what would you want to say? Thirty-five barrier-breaking women answer that question in the empowering new young adult anthology Dear Younger Me: What 35 Trailblazing Women Wish They'd Known as Girls. Emmy Award-winning journalist Elisa Boxer delivers in-depth profiles of these inspirational women, detailing their struggles and achievements and featuring a personal message from each woman written just for this book. The women include activists, entrepreneurs, a Holocaust survivor, WWII code breaker, author, educator, musician, athlete, politicians, scientists, and more. Featuring well-known trailblazers such as Nancy Pelosi, Gabby Giffords, and Sheryl Sandberg alongside lesser-known yet equally important women from all walks of life, Dear Younger Me will inspire readers of all ages to tap into their courage, find their voice, embrace failure as an opportunity to grow, stand up for what they believe in, and be the best version of themselves. readers of all ages to tap into their courage, find their voice, embrace failure as an opportunity to grow, stand up for what they believe in, and be the best version of themselves.readers of all ages to tap into their courage, find their voice, embrace failure as an opportunity to grow, stand up for what they believe in, and be the best version of themselves.readers of all ages to tap into their courage, find their voice, embrace failure as an opportunity to grow, stand up for what they believe in, and be the best version of themselves.

Dear Younger Me: What 35 Trailblazing Women Wish They’d Known as Girls

Teen & Young Adult

Rowman & Littlefield Publishers

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One Turtle's Last Straw: The Real-Life Rescue That Sparked a Sea Change

One Turtle's Last Straw: The Real-Life Rescue That Sparked a Sea Change

A Seat at the Table: The Nancy Pelosi Story

The Tree of Life: How a Holocaust Sapling Inspired the World

Hidden Hope: How a Toy and a Hero Saved Lives During the Holocaust

Covered in Color: Christo and Jeanne-Claude's Fabrics of Freedom

The Voice That Won the Vote: How One Woman's Words Made History

Splash!: Ethelda Bleibtrey Makes Waves of Change

Dear Younger Me: What 35 Trailblazing Women Wish They’d Known as Girls