Artika R. Tyner
1) Kwanzaa
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English
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"Kwanzaa is about celebrating! It honors African American heritage. Some people mark the holiday by lighting the kinara. Families and friends gather to eat a big feast. Readers will discover how a shared holiday can have multiple traditions and be celebrated in all sorts of ways"-- Provided by publisher.
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Capstone
Pub. Date
2023
Language
English
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Most people know about Madam C.J. Walker's success selling hair care products for Black women in the early 1900s. Before she started her own business, though, she worked for Annie Turnbo Malone. Malone had built a huge business creating hair care and cosmetic products for Black women. With key biographical information and related historical events, this Capstone Captivate book will uncover Malone's story and show how it connects to Walker's story....
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Capstone
Pub. Date
2022
Language
English
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When the United States entered World War II, it had to face its own contradictions at home. Opportunities opened up for Black people and women in support of the war effort. But ideas about race and gender didn't change as swiftly. Read the story of the first all-Black battalion in the Women's Army Corps—the Six Triple Eight—and its leader, Major Charity Adams. These women bravely confronted the racism and sexism they experienced. And they did...
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Lerner Publications
Pub. Date
[2021]
Language
English
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"Started as a hashtag after the death of Trayvon Martin, Black Lives Matter has become one of the most significant protest movements of our time. See how its activists and demonstrators have changed the course of history"-- Provided by publisher.
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Lerner Publications
Pub. Date
[2024]
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English
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"Discover the women who have shaped the fields of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. Readers will uncover women of the past and present who have made scientific breakthroughs, developed innovative technology, and more!"-- Provided by publisher.
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Planting People Growing Justice Press
Pub. Date
2023.
Language
English
Description
If we can come together, if we can build together, if we can make music together . . . We will build the type of harmony we need to promote love, justice, and freedom. Kofi Loves Music celebrates the power of music in bringing families together, embracing cultural heritage, and engaging in community-building. This counting book also introduces African instruments which have influenced music-making around the world. Enjoy learning about new instruments...
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Capstone Press, an imprint of Capstone
Pub. Date
[2024]
Language
English
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"Most people have heard about Harriet Tubman helping enslaved people emancipate themselves. But there were many others who helped enslaved people gain their freedom through the Underground Railroad. John. P. Parker was one of them, helping enslaved people cross the Ohio River to freedom. With key biographical information and related historical events, this Capstone Captivate book uncovers Parker's remarkable story"-- Provided by publisher.
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Lerner Publications
Pub. Date
[2024]
Language
English
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"Women have always made their voices heard. From historic to present-day women, young readers uncover changemakers who fought for their rights, took a stand for the environment, and much more"-- Provided by publisher.
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Publisher
Lerner Publications
Pub. Date
[2024]
Language
English
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"Many women are leading the way in business, but do you know who they are? Readers will discover the female founders and CEOs of largely successful companies, self-made billionaires, and more"-- Provided by publisher.
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Publisher
Lerner Publications
Pub. Date
[2022]
Language
English
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"Poet Amanda Gorman delivered her poem "The Hill We Climb" at the 2021 presidential inauguration, winning wide acclaim. Read about Gorman's early life, her children's and poetry books, and what she plans to do next"-- Provided by publisher.
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Publisher
Capstone Press
Pub. Date
[2023]
Language
English
Description
"When the United States entered World War II, it had to face its own contradictions at home. Opportunities opened up for Black people and women in support of the war effort. But ideas about race and gender didn't change as swiftly. Read the story of the first all-Black battalion in the Women's Army Corps-the Six Triple Eight-and its leader, Major Charity Adams. These women bravely confronted the racism and sexism they experienced. And they did it...
14) Akua is great
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Publisher
Planting People Growing Justice Press
Pub. Date
[2021]
Language
English
Description
"'Akua is great' is about a young girl's journey of learning about our identity and heritage. Each night, her mother shares a bedtime story concluding with a delightful list of affirmations. Akua waits excitedly to name the affirmations one by one. Her mother joins in, connecting each affirmation with an inspiring role model who has made a difference in the world. With each affirmation, Akua is reminded of her greatness. This book serves as a source...