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	The Best Bad Luck I Ever Had Kristin Levine (2009) , 266 pages Audience: Intermediate (4th-6th grade) Category: African-American Friendship Historical New Books
Request this book from the Library Dit can't wait for the new postmaster. He knows that the family has a kid his age. The whole town is surpised to learn that the Walker family is African American. In Moundville, there is still a lot of racial tension. Dit is more disappointed to learn that the new kid is a girl. Emma is a prissy girl who wears dresses and reads all the time. But Dit's ma expects Dit to be nice to Emma anyway. Slowly, Dit and Emma become good friends. But it is not easy for a white boy to be friends with an African American girl. Soon the racial tension comes to a boiling point. Dit and Emma realize that lives are at stake, and it is up to them to fix a wrong before it is too late. Librarian review written by Lisa Write a review of this book

	Peace, Locomotion Jacqueline Woodson (2009) , 136 pages Audience: Intermediate (4th-6th grade) Category: African-American Disability/Special Needs Families New Books Realistic Fiction Wars and Conflicts
Request this book from the Library Lonnie Collins Motion (Locomotion) is back. Since he and his sister Lili still live in separate foster homes, he writes her letters almost every day. He is afraid that he and Lili might forget their parents altogether, so he tries to be the "rememberer." He tells her stories about their life before the fire. Locomotion also tells Lili about Miss Edna and his life now. He tells her about his poetry and his dreams for the future. He shares stories about his foster brothers, Rodney and Jenkins. In his letters, Locomotion struggles with the idea of family. What makes a family? When Jenkins is injured, Locomotion's life is upset again. What will happen to the new family Locomotion has found? Librarian review written by Lisa Write a review of this book

	Ashley Bryan: Words to My Life's Song Ashley Bryan (2009) , 58 pages Audience: Primary (K-3rd grade) Intermediate (4th-6th grade) Category: African-American Biographies New Books Nonfiction
Request this book from the Library Part autobiography, part poetry and part picture book, this book is an amazing look at Ashley Bryan's life. A poem that flows through the book shows the beauty of the place he calls home. The pictures show not only the many styles of art he does, but also where he finds some of his inspiration. His life story is a fascinating look at the life and influence of this author and illustrator. All together, this is a fascinating look at a very talented artist. Librarian review written by Lisa Write a review of this book

	Claudette Colvin: Twice Toward Justice Phillip Hoose (2009) , 133 pages Audience: Intermediate (4th-6th grade) Category: African-American New Books Nonfiction
Request this book from the Library Everyone knows about Rosa Parks. When she refused to give up her seat, the Civil Rights Movement began. But there was someone before Rosa. Claudette Colvin was a junior in high school when she refused to give up her seat on the bus. Claudette was taken off the bus and arrested. Although she was given a lawyer, nothing more came of it. No one was ready to challenge the laws. After the Montgomery Bus Boycott started, Claudette wondered why no one remembered her sacrifice. Then she had a second chance to make history. She was part of a Supreme Court case that cleared the way for desegregation. Yet this case was forgotten too. At last, Claudette is being recognized for her part in this movement. Librarian review written by Lisa Write a review of this book

	We Are the Ship: The Story of Negro League Baseball Kadir Nelson (2008) , 96 pages Audience: Intermediate (4th-6th grade) Category: African-American New Books Nonfiction Sports
Request this book from the Library Baseball is America's pastime, but in the early 1900s African Americans were not allowed to play in the major leagues. Rather than give up the game they loved, they played any way they could. In February of 1920, Rube Foster organized the Negro National League. This was not your typical major league game. They often played with homemade bats and balls. They traveled on broken-down buses, eating only where they were allowed and sleeping on the bus. The play was tougher too. Players thought nothing of spiking someone as they slid into home base. But it was baseball. And when the color barrier was finally broken by Jackie Robinson, some of the game's best players came from Rube's little league. Librarian review written by Lisa Write a review of this book

	The Floating Circus Tracie Vaughn Zimmer (2008) , 198 pages Audience: Intermediate (4th-6th grade) Category: Adventure African-American Animals Historical New Books
Request this book from the Library Owen and Zach are orphans. They get a chance to ride the orphan trains west to find families. But Owen knows his younger brother has a better shot at finding a family without him along, so he runs off. With no plans and no money, Owen stumbles on the River Palace. The River Palace is a floating circus. The owner of the circus does not have much use for Owen, but one of the other workers offers him a place to stay. Soon Owen is cleaning up after the animals with his friend Solomon. Owen is happier than he has ever been. But trouble soon threatens everything Owen calls his own. Racism and a terrible storm combine to test both Owen's friendship and his loyalty. Librarian review written by Lisa Write a review of this book

	I Get So Hungry Bebe Moore Campbell (2008) , 32 pages Audience: Primary (K-3rd grade) Intermediate (4th-6th grade) Category: African-American Health and Nutrition New Books Realistic Fiction
Request this book from the Library Nikki loves to eat - she loves the taste of food, it makes her feel better when she's sad, and she can even vent her anger by pretending each crunchy chip is a mean boy. But Nikki's mama packs unhealthy food in her lunch and she gets called "Supersize" because she's fatter than the other kids. Nikki notices that her new teacher Mrs. Patterson is overweight too. When Mrs. Patterson has a health scare, it's a wake up call for both teacher and student. Soon the two of them are working together to get healthy. This is a beautifully and realistically told story of teamwork and gets the nutritional message across without preaching. Lush and colorful illustrations accompany the text. Librarian review written by Gwen Write a review of this book

	Kevin and His Dad Irene Smalls (1999) , 32 pages Audience: Preschool Primary (K-3rd grade) Category: African-American Diversity Families
Request this book from the Library Irene Smalls has captured the love and joy in this father and son relationship story. Kevin is a lucky boy to have a dad who makes cleaning the house fun and then has time to play and just be with him. The dog is a very important part of this story, too. What fun things do you do with your dad? Librarian review written by Mollie Write a review of this book

	Brendan Buckley's Universe and Everything In It Sundee T. Frazier (2007) , 198 pages Audience: Intermediate (4th-6th grade) Category: African-American Award Books Diversity Families Multicultural Multigenerational New Books Realistic Fiction
Request this book from the Library Eleven-year-old Brendan Buckley is a lot of things: an aspiring scientist, a tae kwon do warrior, and the child of a biracial marriage. He had a great relationship with his father's dad, but he's never even met his mother's father, and he's not sure why. When they accidentally meet up at a rock show, Brendan decides he needs to apply the scientific method to the mystery of his family. In the process, he learns about racism, integrity, and what it takes to bring a family back together. Librarian review written by Becker Write a review of this book

	Full, Full, Full of Love Trish Cooke (2003) , 32 pages Audience: Preschool Primary (K-3rd grade) Category: African-American Families
Request this book from the Library This is an endearing story about a grandmother's love for her children and especially her grandson. The illustrations are beautiful and a treasure of memories of family dinners together. Librarian review written by Emilia Write a review of this book

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