Andy T. Jones
7) Fry bread
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An award-winning, evocative depiction of a modern Native American family that tells a tale of a family coming together to create a meaningful meal and new memories.
8) Bright star
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In this heartbreakingly beautiful story, a gentle but empowering voice encourages a fawn to face her fears when she comes across an obstacle blocking her path.
9) Ghoulia
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Other children are afraid of Ghoulia. But when Halloween rolls around, the little zombie girl hatches a brilliant plan to make new friends.
11) Saturday
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In this tender story translated into Spanish, a mother and daughter embark on a journey that reminds them of what is best about Saturdays: precious time together.
13) Dreamers
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This incredible true story of a Caldecott Honor and Pura Belpré Award-winning author and illustrator's immigration to America is a lasting testament to the immigrant's journey.
14) Powwow day
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River is recovering from illness and can't dance at the powwow this year. She's been feeling isolated, and not dancing makes her feel even worse, but her community is willing to support her and help her heal both her physical body and her hurt feelings.
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Zonia's home is the Amazon rain forest, where it is always green and full of life. Every morning, the rain forest calls to Zonia, and every morning, she answers. She visits the sloth family, greets the giant anteater, and runs with the speedy jaguar. But one morning, the rain forest calls to her in a troubled voice. How will Zonia answer? Caldecott Honor and Robert F. Sibert Medal-winning author-illustrator Juana Martinez-Neal explores the wonders...
17) Unicorn day
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It's Unicorn Day, and all of the unicorns are celebrating! But when an impostor comes to the party, can the unicorns welcome all and continue their fun?
19) My powerful hair
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A young girl can't wait to grow her hair long -- she has been told it is a source of strength and power, her connection to her culture and the Earth -- but the older women in her family have all had that chance taken from them.