Vashti Harrison

"Featuring the true stories of women creators and thinkers from around the world, Little Dreamers shows that sometimes seeing things a little differently can lead to big changes. In this...volume, you'll meet trailblazers like scientist Marie Curie, musician Violeta Parra, astronomer Vera Rubin, artist Yayoi Kusama, environmental activist Wangari Maathai, and architect Zaha Hadid. Some names are well known, some are not, but all the women had lasting...

"Meet the little legends. They're brave. They're exceptional. They changed the world. An important book for readers of all ages, this engagingly written and beautifully illustrated volume brings to life true stories of black men in history. Among these biographies, readers will find aviators and artists, politicians and pop stars, athletes and activists. The exceptional men featured include choreographer Alvin Ailey, writer James Baldwin, artist...

Presents the lives of women creators throughout history, including profiles of Ada Lovelace, Bessie Blount Griffin, Yayoi Kosama, and Calypso Rose.

When five-year-old Sulwe's classmates make fun of her dark skin, she tries lightening herself to no avail, but her encounter with a shooting star helps her understand there is beauty in every shade.

"Zuri's hair lets her be her. It coils and kinds to perfectly match a princess tiara or a superhero cape. But an extra-special day calls for an extra-special style! Comb in hand, Daddy steps in to help Zuri find the perfect fit. With heartwarming text and radiant illustrations, Hair Love celebrates the curls that are uniquely yours, the bond between dads and daughters, and the joy that fills you up when you get to express yourself freely" --book...

"In science class, Cece and her friends are experiementing with the forces of push and pull. What is a force? How do forces work? Why is pushing different than pulling. Science class is always fun, but today Cece brought along a special guest to help her team with the push-and-pull challenge--her dog Einstein?" --book jacket

Siblings Chintoo and Mintoo collect flowers and press the petals into a fine powder as they prepare for Holi, the Indian springtime Festival of Colors. Includes author's note.

"An alphabet board book inspired by the bestselling HAIR LOVE with new spot illustrations and text from the original award-winning author and illustrator duo "--Provided by publisher.

"Congratulations! By checking out and using this backpack from Capital Area District Libraries, you are helping your child develop important literacy skills. Although these skills are important, they can also be fun to learn. In fact, every time you use one of these five simple practices with your child, you are helping him or her develop into a lifelong learner: reading, writing, talking, singing and playing." --activities sheet