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	The Legend of Ninja Cowboy Bear David Bruins (2009) , 0 pages Audience: Preschool Category: Behavior / Anger and Conflict Resolution Diversity Friendship Self-Esteem
Request this book from the Library This is the story of three very different friends. Ninja, Cowboy, and Bear decide to see who is best. They come up with different contests to determine who is the best. Each contest has a different winner so no one is very happy. In the end, they learn that each of them is the best at something and they learn to appreciate their unique skills. Librarian review written by Tara Write a review of this book

	Our Enduring Spirit Barack Obama (2009) , 32 pages Audience: Primary (K-3rd grade) Intermediate (4th-6th grade) Category: African-American Diversity Historical Multicultural New Books
Request this book from the Library President Barack Obama's first words to America are illustrated in this delightful book. Here, President Obama brings us his vision of a united country. The paintings by illustrator Greg Ruth are not only stunning but greatly enhance the President's speech of a better today and a stronger tomorrow through his insightful artistic talent. As the President addresses millions of people at the Capital in Washington, D.C., the artist records those very words of determination and hope by bringing them to life through his art. Librarian review written by Emilia Write a review of this book

	Racing Against the Odds: The Story of Wendell Scott, Stock Car Racing's African-American Champion Carole Boston Weatherford (2009) , 32 pages Audience: Primary (K-3rd grade) Category: Biographies Diversity New Books Nonfiction
Request this book from the Library Wendell O. Scott was NASCAR's first African-American racecar driver. He didn't always get his deserved rewards. It was the segregation era and things were pretty tough for African-Americans, even talented ones. Many of the racetracks tried to bar him from racings, and when that didn't work, the other drivers did everything to bang up his car so that he could not win. That didn't stop Wendell. He completed more than five hundred races in NASCAR's top division and finished in the top ten 147 times. In 1977 a film depicting his life was released Greased Lightning. Read about this extraordinary man and his passion for car racing. Librarian review written by Emilia Write a review of this book

	Two of a Kind Jacqui Robbins (2009) , 32 pages Audience: Primary (K-3rd grade) Category: African-American Diversity Feelings Friendship
Request this book from the Library Friendship means a lot to everyone, but it's not always easy. This is the story of two pairs of friends, Anna and Julisa, and Kayla and Melanie. When Anna starts to be friends with Kayla and Melanie, she realizes how wonderful her friendship with Julisa really is. Librarian review written by Tara Write a review of this book

	Shades of People Shelley Rotner and Sheila M. Kelly (2009) , 32 pages Audience: Preschool Category: Diversity New Books
Request this book from the Library People have all different shades of color to their skin. Not just black, brown, white, but almond, cocoa, rose, gold. In this book, there are photographs of all different kids and families playing together, eating, and hugging. This is a perfect introduction to race and difference for the youngest readers. Librarian review written by Gwen Write a review of this book

	A Party in Ramadan Asma Mobin-Uddin (2009) , 32 pages Audience: Primary (K-3rd grade) Intermediate (4th-6th grade) Category: Diversity Multicultural New Books Realistic Fiction Religion
Request this book from the Library Leena has decided that she if finally old enough to fast during Ramadan. She knows it will be hard, but she really wants to try. When she is invited to her friends party, she is thrilled. Then she realizes it is during Ramadan. Can Leena go to the party and still fast? She decides to try. Not only does Leena manage to have fun at the party, but her friends learn a little about her religion. Then her friends join her for a party in Ramadan. Librarian review written by Lisa Write a review of this book

	And Tango Makes Three Justin Richardson (2005) , 32 pages Audience: Preschool Primary (K-3rd grade) Category: Adoption Animals Diversity Zoo
Request this book from the Library A true story about animals who live in Central Park Zoo in New York. A couple of penguins cannot have a baby. They make a nest, and try to make a rock hatch, but will a baby come out? No! It's a rock, silly penguins! Then a zookeeper gives them a chance. Librarian review written by Emily W. 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

	Uncle Bobby's Wedding Sarah S. Brannen (2008) , 32 pages Audience: Preschool Primary (K-3rd grade) Category: Diversity Families New Books
Request this book from the Library Bobby is Chloë's favorite uncle. They do all kinds of fun things together. She's afraid that when he gets married to Jamie, he'll forget about her. But having two uncles just means twice the fun, and getting to be a flower girl at the wedding! Chloë learns that being in a family means having plenty of love to go around for everyone. Librarian review written by Becker 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

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