https://padlet.com/evautter/ntivjbdknt85kbth Links are in the pictures. en-us 2022-10-10 23:31:55 UTC 2026-02-07 20:25:30 UTC hello@padlet.com evautter https://padlet.com/evautter/ntivjbdknt85kbth/wish/2334298142 Author: Amanda Gorman
Year of Publication: 2021
NCSS Standard: Culture
Description: "In this stirring, much-anticipated picture book by presidential inaugural poet and activist Amanda Gorman, anything is possible when our voices join together. As a young girl leads a cast of characters on a musical journey, they learn that they have the power to make changes—big or small—in the world, in their communities, and in most importantly, in themselves (Amazon)." ]]> 2022-10-10 23:41:05 UTC https://padlet.com/evautter/ntivjbdknt85kbth/wish/2334298142 evautter https://padlet.com/evautter/ntivjbdknt85kbth/wish/2334299471 Author: Joanna Ho
Year of Publication: 2022
NCSS Standard: Individual Development & Identity, Culture
Description: "A young boy comes to recognize his own power and ability to change the future. When a friend at school creates a hurtful drawing, the boy turns to his family for comfort. He realizes that his eyes rise to the skies and speak to the stars, shine like sunlit rays, and glimpse trails of light from those who came before—in fact, his eyes are like his father’s, his agong’s, and his little brother’s, and they are visionary. Inspired by the men in his family, he recognizes his own power and strength from within. This extraordinary picture book redefines what it means to be truly you (Amazon)."

]]> 2022-10-10 23:42:57 UTC https://padlet.com/evautter/ntivjbdknt85kbth/wish/2334299471 evautter https://padlet.com/evautter/ntivjbdknt85kbth/wish/2334304455 Author: Antwan Eady
Year of Publication: 2022
NCSS Standard: Culture, Individual Development & Identity, Global Connections
Description: "When Nigel looks up at the moon, his future is bright. He imagines himself as…an astronaut, a dancer, a superhero, too! Among the stars, he twirls. With pride, his chest swells. And his eyes, they glow. Nigel is the most brilliant body in the sky. But it’s Career Week at school, and Nigel can’t find the courage to share his dreams. It’s easy to whisper them to the moon, but not to his classmates—especially when he already feels out of place (Amazon)." 

]]> 2022-10-10 23:49:23 UTC https://padlet.com/evautter/ntivjbdknt85kbth/wish/2334304455 evautter https://padlet.com/evautter/ntivjbdknt85kbth/wish/2334312681 Author: Padma Lakshmi
Year of Publication: 2021
NCSS Standard: Culture
Description: "Neela loves cooking with her amma and writing down the recipes in her notebook. It makes her feel closer to her paati who lives far away in India. On Saturdays, Neela and Amma go to the green market and today they are buying tomatoes to make Paati's famous sauce. But first, Neela needs to learn about all the different kinds of tomatoes they can pick from. And as Neela and Amma cook together, they find a way for Paati to share in both the love and the flavors of the day (Amazon)."]]> 2022-10-10 23:59:37 UTC https://padlet.com/evautter/ntivjbdknt85kbth/wish/2334312681 evautter https://padlet.com/evautter/ntivjbdknt85kbth/wish/2334315284 Author: Bryan Collier
Year of Publication: 2021
NCSS Standard: Culture, Power, Authority, & Governance 
Description: ""We Shall Overcome" is one of the most recognizable anthems of the Civil Rights movement, widely performed at protests and rallies to promote nonviolent civil rights activism. Now, these inspirational, empowering, legendary lyrics are brought to life with the stirring, evocative, and breathtaking illustrations from multi-award-winning talent Bryan Collier. Powerfully imagined for the present moment, Collier's illustrations meld the most emblematic moments of the twentieth-century Civil Rights movement with the present day, depicting the movements, protests, and demonstrations -- big and small -- as the fight for justice continues. With illustrations full of depth, tenderness, and expression, and offering historical context while remaining powerfully relevant to the present-day, this impactful picture book is a must-have for every home, classroom, and bookshelf (Amazon)."]]> 2022-10-11 00:03:01 UTC https://padlet.com/evautter/ntivjbdknt85kbth/wish/2334315284 evautter https://padlet.com/evautter/ntivjbdknt85kbth/wish/2334319885 Author: Alda P. Dobbs
Year of Publication: 2022
NCSS Standard: Culture
Description: "It is 1913, and twelve-year-old Petra Luna's mama has died while the Revolution rages in Mexico. Before her papa is dragged away by soldiers, Petra vows to him that she will care for the family she has left―her abuelita, little sister Amelia, and baby brother Luisito―until they can be reunited. They flee north through the unforgiving desert as their town burns, searching for safe harbor in a world that offers none. Each night when Petra closes her eyes, she holds her dreams close, especially her long-held desire to learn to read. Abuelita calls these barefoot dreams: "They're like us barefoot peasants and indios―they're not meant to go far." But Petra refuses to listen. Through battlefields and deserts, hunger and fear, Petra will stop at nothing to keep her family safe and lead them to a better life across the U.S. border―a life where her barefoot dreams could finally become reality (Amazon)."

]]> 2022-10-11 00:08:38 UTC https://padlet.com/evautter/ntivjbdknt85kbth/wish/2334319885 evautter https://padlet.com/evautter/ntivjbdknt85kbth/wish/2334324119 Author: Rita Lorraine Hubbard
Year of Publication: 2020
NCSS Standard: Culture, Individual Development & Identity 
Description: "In 1848, Mary Walker was born into slavery. At age 15, she was freed, and by age 20, she was married and had her first child. By age 68, she had worked numerous jobs, including cooking, cleaning, babysitting, and selling sandwiches to raise money for her church. At 114, she was the last remaining member of her family. And at 116, she learned to read. From Rita Lorraine Hubbard and rising star Oge More comes the inspirational story of Mary Walker, a woman whose long life spanned from the Civil War to the Civil Rights Movement, and who--with perseverance and dedication--proved that you're never too old to learn (Amazon)." ]]> 2022-10-11 00:13:09 UTC https://padlet.com/evautter/ntivjbdknt85kbth/wish/2334324119 evautter https://padlet.com/evautter/ntivjbdknt85kbth/wish/2334326840 Author: Meg Medina
Year of Publication: 2020
NCSS Standard: Individual Development & Identity, Culture
Description: "Evelyn Del Rey is Daniela’s best friend. They do everything together and even live in twin apartments across the street from each other: Daniela with her mami and hamster, and Evelyn with her mami, papi, and cat. But not after today—not after Evelyn moves away. Until then, the girls play amid the moving boxes until it’s time to say goodbye, making promises to keep in touch, because they know that their friendship will always be special. The tenderness of Meg Medina’s beautifully written story about friendship and change is balanced by Sonia Sánchez’s colorful and vibrant depictions of the girls’ urban neighborhood (Amazon)."]]> 2022-10-11 00:15:52 UTC https://padlet.com/evautter/ntivjbdknt85kbth/wish/2334326840 evautter https://padlet.com/evautter/ntivjbdknt85kbth/wish/2334331988 Author: Sherman Alexie
Year of Publication: 2016
NCSS Standard: Culture, Individual Development & Identity 
Description: "Thunder Boy Jr. wants a normal name...one that's all his own. Dad is known as big Thunder, but little thunder doesn't want to share a name. He wants a name that celebrates something cool he's done like Touch the Clouds, Not Afraid of Ten Thousand Teeth, or Full of Wonder. But just when Little Thunder thinks all hope is lost, dad picks the best name...Lightning! Their love will be loud and bright, and together they will light up the sky (Amazon)."]]> 2022-10-11 00:20:41 UTC https://padlet.com/evautter/ntivjbdknt85kbth/wish/2334331988 evautter https://padlet.com/evautter/ntivjbdknt85kbth/wish/2334334800 Author: Ernesto Cisneros
Year of Publication: 2020
NCSS Standard: Culture, Individual Development and Identity
Description: "Efrén Nava’s Amá is his Superwoman—or Soperwoman, named after the delicious Mexican sopes his mother often prepares. Both Amá and Apá work hard all day to provide for the family, making sure Efrén and his younger siblings Max and Mía feel safe and loved. But Efrén worries about his parents; although he’s American-born, his parents are undocumented. His worst nightmare comes true one day when Amá doesn’t return from work and is deported across the border to Tijuana, México. Now more than ever, Efrén must channel his inner Soperboy to help take care of and try to reunite his family (Amazon)."

]]> 2022-10-11 00:22:59 UTC https://padlet.com/evautter/ntivjbdknt85kbth/wish/2334334800 evautter https://padlet.com/evautter/ntivjbdknt85kbth/wish/2334338189 Author: Saadia Faruqi
Year of Publication: 2020
NCSS Standard: Culture 
Description: "Sixth graders Sara and Elizabeth could not be more different. Sara is at a new school that is completely unlike the small Islamic school she used to attend. Elizabeth has her own problems: her British mum has been struggling with depression. The girls meet in an after-school South Asian cooking class, which Elizabeth takes because her mom has stopped cooking, and which Sara, who hates to cook, is forced to attend because her mother is the teacher. The girls form a shaky alliance that gradually deepens, and they make plans to create the most amazing, mouth-watering cross-cultural dish together and win a spot on a local food show. They make good cooking partners... but can they learn to trust each other enough to become true friends? (Amazon)"]]> 2022-10-11 00:25:42 UTC https://padlet.com/evautter/ntivjbdknt85kbth/wish/2334338189 evautter https://padlet.com/evautter/ntivjbdknt85kbth/wish/2334343094 Author: Jaime Kim
Year of Publication: 2019
NCSS Standard: Individual Development & Identity, Culture
Description: "When a girl is asked where she’s from—where she’s really from—none of her answers seems to be the right one. Unsure about how to reply, she turns to her loving abuelo for help. He doesn’t give her the response she expects. She gets an even better one. Where am I from? You’re from hurricanes and dark storms, and a tiny singing frog that calls the island people home when the sun goes to sleep....With themes of self-acceptance, identity, and home, this powerful, lyrical picture book will resonate with readers young and old, from all backgrounds and of all colors—especially anyone who ever felt that they don’t belong (Amazon)."

]]> 2022-10-11 00:29:31 UTC https://padlet.com/evautter/ntivjbdknt85kbth/wish/2334343094 evautter https://padlet.com/evautter/ntivjbdknt85kbth/wish/2334344937 Author: Yangsook Choi
Year of Publication: 2003
NCSS Standard: Culture, Individual Development & Identity 
Description: "Being the new kid in school is hard enough, but what happens when nobody can pronounce your name? Having just moved from Korea, Unhei is anxious about fitting in. So instead of introducing herself on the first day of school, she decides to choose an American name from a glass jar. But while Unhei thinks of being a Suzy, Laura, or Amanda, nothing feels right. With the help of a new friend, Unhei will learn that the best name is her own (Amazon)." ]]> 2022-10-11 00:31:11 UTC https://padlet.com/evautter/ntivjbdknt85kbth/wish/2334344937 evautter https://padlet.com/evautter/ntivjbdknt85kbth/wish/2334346937 Author: Matthew A. Cherry
Year of Publication: 2019
NCSS Standard: Culture, Individual Development & Identity, Individuals, Groups, & Institutions 
Description: "Zuri's hair has a mind of its own. It kinks, coils, and curls every which way. Zuri knows it's beautiful. When Daddy steps in to style it for an extra special occasion, he has a lot to learn. But he LOVES his Zuri, and he'll do anything to make her -- and her hair -- happy (Amazon)."]]> 2022-10-11 00:33:00 UTC https://padlet.com/evautter/ntivjbdknt85kbth/wish/2334346937 evautter https://padlet.com/evautter/ntivjbdknt85kbth/wish/2334349121 Author: Briah and Taylor O'Neal
Year of Publication: 2019
NCSS Standard: Culture, Individual Development and Identity, Individuals, Groups, and Institutions
Description: "Serve It To Me, Too! is a story of a young girl named Deja discovering her newfound interest and athletic abilities in tennis. After watching a tennis match between Venus and Serena on television, Deja is immediately inspired and picks up her very first tennis racket. Her journey explores the importance of courage, hard work, and the benefits of inclusion and diversity in junior sports (Amazon)."]]> 2022-10-11 00:34:50 UTC https://padlet.com/evautter/ntivjbdknt85kbth/wish/2334349121 evautter https://padlet.com/evautter/ntivjbdknt85kbth/wish/2334351756 Author: Desmond Napoles
Year of Publication: 2020
NCSS Standard: Culture, Individual Development & Identity, Individuals, Groups, & Institutions
Description: "In Be Amazing, drag kid Desmond is Amazing walks you through the history of the LGBTQ community, all while encouraging you to embrace your own uniqueness and ignore the haters. Desmond is amazing―and you are, too. Throughout history, courageous people like Marsha P. Johnson, Sylvia Rivera, and RuPaul have paved the way for a safer, more inclusive society for LGBTQ individuals, and it’s thanks to them that people just like Desmond can be free to be who they really are (Amazon)."]]> 2022-10-11 00:37:04 UTC https://padlet.com/evautter/ntivjbdknt85kbth/wish/2334351756 evautter https://padlet.com/evautter/ntivjbdknt85kbth/wish/2334415320 Author: Jerry Sue Kostecki-Shaw
Year of Publication: 2011
NCSS Standard: Culture
Description: "Elliot lives in America, and Kailash lives in India. They are pen pals. By exchanging letters and pictures, they learn that they both love to climb trees, have pets, and go to school. Their worlds might look different, but they are actually similar. Same, same. But different! (Amazon)"]]> 2022-10-11 01:31:28 UTC https://padlet.com/evautter/ntivjbdknt85kbth/wish/2334415320 evautter https://padlet.com/evautter/ntivjbdknt85kbth/wish/2334418835 Author: Idtihaj Muhammed
Year of Publication: 2019
NCSS Standard: Culture, People, Places, & Environments 
Description: "With her new backpack and light-up shoes, Faizah knows the first day of school is going to be special. It's the start of a brand new year and, best of all, it's her older sister Asiya's first day of hijab--a hijab of beautiful blue fabric, like the ocean waving to the sky. But not everyone sees hijab as beautiful, and in the face of hurtful, confusing words, Faizah will find new ways to be strong (Amazon)."]]> 2022-10-11 01:34:24 UTC https://padlet.com/evautter/ntivjbdknt85kbth/wish/2334418835 evautter https://padlet.com/evautter/ntivjbdknt85kbth/wish/2334421369 Author: LeBron James
Year of Publication: 2020
NCSS Standard: Culture, People Places & Environments, Individuals, Groups, & Institutions
Description: "Just a kid from Akron, Ohio, who is dedicated to uplifting youth everywhere, LeBron James knows the key to a better future is to excel in school, do your best, and keep your family close. I Promise is a lively and inspiring picture book that reminds us that tomorrow’s success starts with the promises we make to ourselves and our community today (Amazon)."

]]> 2022-10-11 01:36:51 UTC https://padlet.com/evautter/ntivjbdknt85kbth/wish/2334421369 evautter https://padlet.com/evautter/ntivjbdknt85kbth/wish/2334424496 Author: Lamar Giles
Year of Publication: 2019
NCSS Standards: People Places & Environments, Individuals, Groups, and Institutions, Time, Continuity, & Change 
Description: "Otto and Sheed are the local sleuths in their zany Virginia town, masters of unraveling mischief using their unmatched powers of deduction. And as the summer winds down and the first day of school looms, the boys are craving just a little bit more time for fun, even as they bicker over what kind of fun they want to have. That is, until a mysterious man appears with a camera that literally freezes time. Now, with the help of some very strange people and even stranger creatures, Otto and Sheed will have to put aside their differences to save their town—and each other—before time stops for good (Amazon)."

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