Sharee (Illustrator) Miller

Aria, a young black girl, loves her vibrant hair, but must take extreme measures to avoid the people, animals, mermaids, dragons, and aliens who want to touch it without her permission. Finally, she learns to speak up.

"The story of Michelle Obama and her time in the White House, where she led in the growth of a kitchen garden"-- Provided by publisher.

When Shai Williams, who plans to become a star on Broadway, loses the lead role in the third-grade musical at her performing arts elementary school in Atlanta, she learns an important lesson about adaptability, from her mother, aunt, and grandmother, all actresses.

Third-grader Shai is already busy with her mother away and the Student Orchestra's benefit concert coming up, but when she spots a stray in her backyard, she recruits Emmie to help her catch it in order to find it a home. However, the rescue project doesn't go as planned.

"Developed by experts in the fields of early childhood and activism, this topic-driven book offers clear, concrete language and compelling imagery to introduce the concept of justice. This book aims to ground the idea of justice within the responsibilities and benefits of being part of a healthy community. The backmatter offers additional resources and ideas for extending this discussion"-- Provided by publisher.

Third-grader Shai, paired with her best friend Emmie and classmate Rio in a major dance competition, makes a bet with her rival, Gabby, and then must push Emmie to win.