Who Will I Be, Lord? (Picture Book)

A lyrical story about how looking back is helpful when you start looking forward. . . . A young girl thoughtfully considers her family tree and the vibrant ancestors who populate it. As each family member’s story is revealed, her quiet meditation—about what kind of person she’ll be when she grows up—transforms into a testament to the importance of sharing family stories. The simple, elegant narrative combined with Sean Qualls’s evocative art makes for a wonderful read-aloud experience.

Children's Books

Nelson, Vaunda Micheaux

Growing Up & Facts of Life

Random House Books for Young Readers

A lyrical story about how looking back is helpful when you start looking forward. . . .A young girl thoughtfully considers her family tree and the vibrant ancestors who populate it. As each family member’s story is revealed, her quiet meditation—about what kind of person she’ll be when she grows up—transforms into a testament to the importance of sharing family stories. The simple, elegant narrative combined with Sean Qualls’s evocative art makes for a wonderful read-aloud experience.From the Hardcover edition.

All the kids from Mayfield Crossing are excited about going to the new school at Parkview. It'sbigger and newer than their old school and, best of all, it has a first-rate basball field. It never occured to any of them that they wouldn't even be allowed to played on the Parkview field.
At Mayfield, nobody ever thought about who was white and who was black. They were all just friends. But it's 1960, and the Parkview kids aren't ready to accept newcommers---especially if they're a different color. 
t's the first time any of the Mayfield kids have experienced the real pain of prejedice, but by sticking together they all become outsiders...and discover that overcoming trouble can be the strenght that makes a winning team.

Mayfield Crossing

Harpercollins

2009 Bad News for Outlaws, The Remarkable Life of Bass Reeves: Deputy U.S. Marshal (Paperback/Saddle Stitch Binding)(10.5"x8.25") by Vaunda Micheaux Nelson / Illustrated by R. Gregory Christie ***Winner of Coretta Scott King Award ***ISBN-13: 9780545342551 ***Pages: 48

Bad News for Outlaws: Remarkable Life of Bass Reeves

Biographies & Memoirs

Professionals & Academics

scholastic

Ready? Set. Birthday! (Raymond and Roxy) (Step into Reading)

This Step 2 early reader captures all the excitement and anticipation that every child experiences in the lead-up to their special day-their birthday! Raymond likes to do everything fast! It's almost his birthday and he can't wait! He tries goes outside to play. He helps Papa wash the car. He even goes to bed early in hopes time will fly, but his birthday can't come fast enough! Maybe his friend Roxy can help him enjoy the wait ...and his special day, too! This sequel to Ready? Set. Raymond (which marks its 20th Anniversary in 2022!) will delight fans and new readers alike. Step 2 Readers use basic vocabulary and short sentences to tell simple stories. They are perfect for children who recognize familiar words and can sound out new words with help.

Literature & Fiction

This Step 2 early reader captures all the excitement and anticipation that every child experiences in the lead-up to their special day--their birthday! Raymond likes to do everything fast! It's almost his birthday and he can't wait! He tries goes outside to play. He helps Papa wash the car. He even goes to bed early in hopes time will fly, but his birthday can't come fast enough! Maybe his friend Roxy can help him enjoy the wait ...and his special day, too! This sequel to Ready? Set. Raymond (which marks its 20th Anniversary in 2022!) will delight fans and new readers alike. &nbsp; Step 2 Readers use basic vocabulary and short sentences to tell simple stories. They are perfect for children who recognize familiar words and can sound out new words with help.

Ready? Set. Rides! (Raymond and Roxy) (Step into Reading)

It's the last day of school! Raymond and his friend Roxy are excited to spend their first day of summer vacation at an amusement park! This Step 2 reader captures all the excitement and anticipation! Raymond and Roxy are going to&nbsp;Wild World Park! They try all sorts of rides. But Raymond loves speed and pony rides aren't fast enough. He tries the Wild Cat Racer but it's still not fast enough. Will Raymond be able to find the perfect ride before the day is over?&nbsp; Twenty years after Ready? Set. Raymond! was published, Vaunda Nelson and Derek Anderson continue the adventures of Raymond and Roxy.&nbsp; Step 2 Readers use basic vocabulary and short sentences to tell simple stories. They are perfect for children who recognize familiar words and can sound out new words with help.

Ready? Set. Puppies! (Raymond and Roxy) (Step into Reading)

The puppies are coming! This Step 2 is perfect for readers age 4 to 6 and captures the anticipation of waiting for your best friend's dog to have puppies. Will Raymond get to keep one? Raymond and Roxy love playing together--and so do their pets! One day, Raymond learns that Roxy's dog, Flo, is going to have puppies! Raymond does everything fast so he can hardly wait. How long will it take those puppies to be born? And will his parents say yes to a puppy of his very own? Twenty years after Ready? Set. Raymond! was published, Vaunda Nelson and Derek Anderson continue the adventures of Raymond and Roxy! Look for all of the Raymond and Roxy stories: Ready? Set. Raymond! Ready? Set. Birthday! Ready? Set. Rides! Ready? Set. Puppies! Step 2 Readers use basic vocabulary and short sentences to tell simple stories. They are perfect for children who recognize familiar words and can sound out new words with help.

Animals

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Who Will I Be, Lord? (Picture Book)

Who Will I Be, Lord? (Picture Book)

Mayfield Crossing

Bad News for Outlaws: Remarkable Life of Bass Reeves

Ready? Set. Birthday! (Raymond and Roxy) (Step into Reading)

Ready? Set. Birthday! (Raymond and Roxy) (Step into Reading)

Ready? Set. Rides! (Raymond and Roxy) (Step into Reading)

Ready? Set. Rides! (Raymond and Roxy) (Step into Reading)

Ready? Set. Puppies! (Raymond and Roxy) (Step into Reading)

Ready? Set. Puppies! (Raymond and Roxy) (Step into Reading)