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LARA BLOOM is back with more teenage catastrophes . . .When Lara's school announces a young business competition, her friends are buzzing with ideas. But Lara's focus is on her football training - this is her big chance to take her playing to the next level!As Lara and her friends set their sights on the prize, can she figure out a way to balance everything and have fun? Certain people seem to be taking pleasure in watching Lara struggle to keep he...

Discover where the wind will take you in this magical hot air balloon adventureOfficial World Book Day 2025 bookClimb aboard for a brilliant balloon adventure in this exciting picture book for 3-5 year olds to celebrate World Book Day 2025.Written by award-winning author Carl Anka and made in collaboration with Woke Babies, this book is a magical combination of talent and humour, creating the perfect escape for all adventurers, big ...

Learn all about the important places that define Black British History in this informative, boldly illustrated collection of crucial sites.Learn the incredible untold stories of the people, places and journeys that shaped Britain, and be inspired to continue learning beyond the page. In this brand new series from The Black Curriculum, learn about the important places that define Black British History. Dive into untold stories and learn what happened when and where....

A beautifully lyrical and empowering picture book about the importance of dreaming big, from award-winning author Manjeet Mann and the exceptionally talented debut illustrator, Amanda Quartey.Small lived in a small house.She had a small roomwith a small windowand at nightshe slept in a small bedwith a too small blanket.Despite being small,Small had B...

When Althea Gibson first dreamed of joining the big American tennis leagues, she was denied because she was Black. Angela Buxton dreamed of joining the best tennis clubs in Britain, but she was rejected because she was Jewish. When Angela heard that Althea was coming to Britain to compete, she skipped school to see the match. If Althea didn't let hatred stop her from playing the game she loved, Angela wouldn't either.At the French Championships in 1956, Angela told Althea about her...

From the authors of Black Boy, Black Boy comes a new inspiring picture book about self-esteem for black girls, drawing on the history of role models who came before them!Dear girl, Black girl, rise up, it's time.It's a new day and a chance to shine.From the first black female Vice President of the United States Kamala Harris to three-time Olympic gold medalist Wilma Rudolph, civil rights activist Claudette Colvin, and the ...

There is a lot to do on the family farm! Read along in this sturdy board book perfect for children ages 0-3 as a boy helps his grandfather in this next installment of the Brown Baby Parade series.Papa’s farm is big.There’s so much work to do!Papa smiles and says,“I like to work with you!”A little boy helps his grandpa weed the garden, feed the chicks, fix a fence to stop escaping goats, and so much mo...

Children learn about one of the most influential African American leaders in history with the biography of media titan Cathy Hughes.By founding Radio One-Urban One, Cathy Hughes became one of the most powerful African American media figures in history. Creating a source of accurate news and entertainment for African Americans, Cathy Hughes changed the media landscape for years to come.Storybook Features:This children’s book fe...

Children learn about one of the most influential African American leaders in history with the biography of activist Georgia Gilmore.Georgia Gilmore is not only remembered for her gift for cooking, but also for her selflessness during the Montgomery Bus Boycott. By donating all of her profits from the food she sold, she helped fund one of the most important movements in Civil Rights history.Storybook Features:This children’s bo...

Children learn about one of the most influential African American leaders in history with the biography of businessman O.W. Gurley.O.W. Gurley quickly became one of the most influential African American businessmen in history. Using his funds to help develop the Greenwood neighborhood of Tulsa, Oklahoma, he turned 40-acres of land into the popular “Black Wall Street”.Storybook Features:This children’s book features a glossary ...

Children learn about one of the most influential African American leaders in history with the biography of Frederick O’Neal.Not only was Frederick O’Neal a leader and pioneer, but he was also a talented actor and entertainer! Follow along to learn more about Frederick’s life and the contributions he made to the stage.Storybook Features:This children’s book features a glossary with new vocabulary, text-dependent questions, and ...

A compendium of poetry prompts from Joseph Coelho (Children's Laureate 2022-2024).*2024 Everymom Best Book for Early Reading**2024 CBC Librarian FAVORITES**2024 CBC Teacher FAVORITES*Each fun and engaging prompt for writing a poem helps children discover how to write poems and then read them out loud. This is a book to build confidence and literacy skills thro...