Meet Ella Fitzgerald, one of the most influential jazz singers of all time.
While in Mexico, Paloma meets Lizzie and Gael, who present her with an irresistible challenge: The siblings want her to help them find a valuable ring that once belonged to beloved Mexican artist Frida Kahlo. Finding the ring means a big reward — and the thanks of all Mexico. What better way to honor her father than returning a priceless piece of jewelry that once belonged to his favorite artist!
But the brother and sister have a secret. Do they really want to return the ring, or are they after something else entirely? Where did it go? Caroline Murphy is a Hurricane Child. Being born during a hurricane is unlucky, and twelve-year-old Caroline has had her share of bad luck lately. President of the Whole Sixth Grade: She struggles with an incarcerated mother she barely remembers, a grandfather dealing with addiction and her own battle with self-confidence. But, she must keep it a secret until Friday! So curious family members each ask Annie for a clue.
Grandma is sure Annie wants to be a champion baker like her, so she offers a mixing bowl and oven mitts to Annie. Grateful for each gift, Annie cleverly finds a way to use them all to create her Career Day costume. On her way home from school, she seeks the guidance of her wise and comforting neighbor, Miss Tillie. Using the beautiful garden in her backyard as a metaphor, Miss Tillie shows Mackenzie that maintaining healthy hair is not a chore nor is it something to fear. But most importantly, Mackenzie learns that natural black hair is beautiful.
But everything changed the night magic disappeared. Boys and girls, young and old, players and spectators come running—bearing balls, shoes, goals, and a love of the sport. One day, she finds some old boards and decides to build something. Can she find just the right way to put her exuberance to good use? This heartwarming tale about being true to yourself is perfect for readers who march to their own beat.
Kiely knows she is famous! The paparazzi her parents follow her every move, documenting it all with cameras. Here is the link for the Spanish version: Hers was a school of faraway places. Kaya is looking for her heart song — the song that happy hearts sing. Her search takes her on a journey deep into the jungle where a broken down carousel waits for a very special song to make it turn again…A story about mindfulness and listening to your heart.
But when Tyler is found dead, a video leaked online tells an even more chilling story: Tyler has been shot and killed by a police officer. Terrified as his mother unravels and mourning a brother who is now a hashtag, Marvin must learn what justice and freedom really mean. Underwater Sea Adventure by Karen A. Gasperini Join five-year-old disabled girl Arianna again this time on a magical journey under the sea.
Ten Cents a Pound by Nhung N. Tran-Davies A young girl and her mother have a loving, passionate conversation with each other. The girl is torn between her desire to stay home with her family and the familiarity of their village, and her desire to go to school and discover the world beyond the mountains that surround them. Every time the girl insists that she will stay, her mother repeats that she must go, that there is more to life than the labor in the coffee trees. Who Is Aretha Franklin?
Aretha Franklin is a musical and cultural icon who created an amazing legacy spanning six decades! Crescent Moons and Pointed Minarets: A Muslim Book of Shapes by Hena Khan From a crescent moon to a square garden to an octagonal fountain, this breathtaking picture book celebrates the shapes—and traditions—of the Muslim world.
Ghost Boys by Jewell Parker Rhodes Twelve-year-old Jerome is shot by a police officer who mistakes his toy gun for a real threat. Soon Jerome meets another ghost: Emmett Till, a boy from a very different time but similar circumstances. Emmett helps Jerome process what has happened, on a journey towards recognizing how historical racism may have led to the events that ended his life. Four kids from wildly different backgrounds, with personalities that are explosive when they clash. But they are also four kids chosen for an elite middle school track team—a team that could qualify them for the Junior Olympics.
They all have a lot of lose, but they all have a lot to prove, not only to each other, but to themselves. Aphrodite, the Greek goddess whose love overcame mortality. Mazu, the Chinese deity who safely guides travelers home. Lakshmi, the Hindu provider of fortune and prosperity. These powerful deities and many more are celebrated in gorgeous artwork and enlightening essays that explore the feminine divine and encourage readers to empower themselves. W is for Welcome: Topics include well-known landmarks and institutions the Statue of Liberty and the White House, our national parks system and famous citizens whose talents helped make the United States a world leader Albert Einstein and Madeleine Albright.
How did such a small person wind up with such a large name? What If… by Samantha Berger This girl is determined to express herself! That is, until her mother breaks the news. The very first picture book about the remarkable and inspiring story of the Gay Pride Flag!
Always Anjali by Sheetal Sheth Anjali and her friends are excited to get matching personalized license plates for their bikes. When her parents refuse and she is forced to take matters into her own hands, she winds up learning to celebrate who she is and carry her name with pride and power. A timeless story about appreciating what makes us special and honoring our differences.
The Hero in the Helmet: The NFL responded by keeping Kap as a free agent and has not made it to any roster since, despite his undeniable skill and athletic record. Sisters and Champions by Howard Bryant. Bowwow Powwow by Brenda J. She eats tasty food and joins family and friends around the campfire. Later, Windy falls asleep under the stars. In these magical scenes, Windy sees veterans in a Grand Entry, and a visiting drum group, and traditional dancers, grass dancers, and jingle-dress dancers—all with telltale ears and paws and tails.
All celebrating in song and dance. All attesting to the wonder of the powwow. A Church for All by Gayle E. Pitman This simple, lyrical story celebrates a Sunday morning at an inclusive church that embraces all people regardless of age, class, race, gender identity, and sexual orientation. All are welcome at the church for all!
Her dreams are temporarily dashed when—as the eldest daughter—she must stay home from school to take care of her siblings. But when she discovers the diary her Jewish great-grandmother wrote chronicling her escape from Holocaust-era Europe, Imani begins to see family in a new way. Imani knows exactly what she wants as her big bat mitzvah gift: And as Imani reads the diary, she begins to see her family, and her place in it, in a whole new way.
What can I do? How can I help? To show readers that they are not helpless, and that anyone can be the change. Not just for a young adult audience, this incredibly impactful collection will appeal to readers of all ages who are feeling adrift and looking for guidance. Baby Loves Gravity by Ruth Spiro Accurate enough to satisfy an expert, yet simple enough for baby, this clever board book explores the ups and downs of gravity.
When baby drops food from a high chair, why does it fall? Parents and caregivers may learn a thing or two, as well! How Sweet the Sound: In his darkest hour he fell to his knees and prayed—and somehow the battered ship survived the storm. Grateful, he changed his ways and became a minister, yet he still owned a slave ship.
But in time, empathy touched his heart. A changed man, he used his powerful words to help end slavery in England. Kaylee loves pulling pranks: But is she the Princess of Pranks? That title is held by none other than the Tooth Fairy. But when Kaylee loses a tooth and the Tooth Fairy goes about her usual tooth-taking business, Kaylee pranks her with a fake frog. As Kaylee and the Tooth Fairy try to out-prank one another, things get way out of hand, until the two finally see eye and eye and decide to share the crown!
Iqbal and His Ingenious Idea: Hearing them coughing at night worries Iqbal. With help from his teacher, Iqbal learns all about solar energy cooking, which uses heat from the sun to cook — ingenious! Has Iqbal found a way to win first prize in the science fair while providing cleaner air and better health for his family at the same time?
Their hair billows in brilliant hues, their dresses end in fishtails, and their joy fills the train car. By focusing on positive thoughts and actions, Muslims build a closer connection with God and come away from the month feeling spiritually renewed. The Holy Month of Fasting explores the richness and diversity of the Islamic tradition by focusing on an event of great spiritual significance and beauty in the lives of Muslims. She lives in a motel, not a big house.
Every day, while her immigrant parents clean the rooms, ten-year-old Mia manages the front desk of the Calivista Motel and tends to its guests. Her parents hide immigrants. And if the mean motel owner, Mr. She wants to be a writer. But how can she when her mom thinks she should stick to math because English is not her first language? Fourth grader Zayd Saleem has some serious hoop dreams. He knows this deep in his soul.
There are only a few small things in his way. A Lullaby of Summer Things by Natalie Ziarnik This simple, lyrical picture book is as warm, reassuring, and filled with joy as a vacation at the beach. Readers will join a little girl and her siblings as they wind down from a perfect day—hanging up towels, eating dinner, and getting ready for bed—each activity sparking a memory of their day—playing catch with the dog, chasing waves, and looking at sailboats along the shore. Americans by Douglas Wood What makes Americans great?
Americans are different from one another in many ways. And despite these differences, Americans share certain ways of doing and being that hold us all together. Two great-grandchildren ask their grandmother 15 questions about the man they remember as Grandad, and the world remembers as Nelson Mandela, the global icon of peace and forgiveness who spent 27 years in prison.
They learn that he was a freedom fighter who put down his weapons for the sake of peace, and who then became the President of South Africa and a Nobel Peace Prize-winner. They learn that they can continue his legacy in the world today. Tanya Thompson-Badamosi Oh no! Gianna woke up with pink eye!
When her mom takes her to the doctor, she learns how to make it better and what she has to do to keep the people around her from catching it. From choosing books to read to building things with clay to performing in a play, there are many exciting firsts to look forward to. He heard music everywhere and was full to bursting with his own. He ignited the imaginations of fellow countrymen and women with his Broadway and Hollywood numbers, crafting tunes that have become classics we still sing today. Young readers will enjoy discovering the special glow in everything from nature to the smiles of loved ones.
The light revealed on the final page makes a fitting finale for this sweet, bright tale. After letting his band down by missing rehearsal, Shorty has some serious questions about what it means to be a leader. He hits the streets of New Orleans to find some answers and soak up inspiration. Baby Loves Coding by Ruth Spiro Accurate enough to satisfy an expert, yet simple enough for baby, this clever board book showcases the use of logic, sequence, and patterns to solve problems. Can Baby think like a coder to fix her train? Sophia and Noodle, her One True Desire, are together at last.
Can a little creative experimenting save Noodle? Or will Sophia have to bid him adieu? But as they sit down to draw together, something magical happens-with a shared love of art and storytelling, the two form a bond that goes beyond words. But do you know about the mathematical genius who made sure that Apollo 13 returned safely home? As a child, Katherine Johnson loved to count.
She counted the steps on the road, the number of dishes and spoons she washed in the kitchen sink, everything! Boundless, curious, and excited by calculations, young Katherine longed to know as much as she could about math, about the universe. But as their stories intertwine, these two young storytellers soon learn that a good story needs both conflict—dun dun duh!
An irresistible celebration of imaginary play, storytelling, and the joys of collaboration, this gorgeous picture book features two strong voices throughout, making it the perfect read-aloud. Vibrant illustrations help children learn and identify the myriad colors that surround them every day, from the orange of a popsicle, to the green of a grassy field, all the way up to the wonder of a multicolored rainbow.
Are you new here? Do you know someone new? In Someone New , the same story is told from the perspective of the students who welcome the newcomers. An honest and heartwarming look at diversity, inclusion, and friendship. How to Code a Sandcastle by Josh Funk All summer, Pearl has been trying to build the perfect sandcastle, but out-of-control Frisbees and mischievous puppies keep getting in the way!
Using fundamental computer coding concepts like sequences and loops, Pearl and Pascal are able to break down their sandcastle problem into small, manageable steps. If they can create working code, this could turn out to be the best beach day ever! A Book of Firsts by Dianne White and Daniel Wiseman From being pushed on a swing to learning how to pump your legs yourself, from riding a beloved trike to mastering your first bike ride, from leaving the comforts of home behind to venturing forth on that first day of school, milestones are exciting but hard.
They mean having to say goodbye to one moment in order to welcome the next. A coming-of-age story that explores culture and family, forgiveness and friendship, and what makes a true home. Lou enjoys her woodshop class and creating projects, and she plans to build the house on land she inherited from her dad, who died before she was born. But then she finds out that the land may not be hers for much longer. A school where kids in patkas, hijabs, and yamulkes play side-by-side with friends in baseball caps.
Lila is terribly disappointed until the cousins make her a surprise: A Paintbrush for Paco by Tracey Kyle Paco loves daydreaming and drawing, but he struggles to concentrate during class. Could art be just what Paco needs? Venus and Serena Williams are two of the greatest tennis players of all time. Before they were world famous, they were little girls with big dreams. Six days a week they awoke before the sun came up to practice their serves and returns, to learn to run faster and hit harder.
At age fourteen, Venus played her first professional match. Some tennis fans cheered for these two fresh faces, while those who were unhappy to see two black girls competing in a nearly all-white sport booed and taunted them. Sterling the dog has always wanted a home. But no home has ever wanted him. So when her grandmother sends Jasmine a daruma doll as a surprise gift, Jasmine colors in one doll eye and wishes for a flamingo to keep. Diwali Celebrate the World by Hannah Eliot Each autumn we gather with our friends and family and light our brightest lanterns.
In this lovely board book with illustrations from Archana Sreenivasan, readers learn that the five days of Diwali are a time to pray for a bountiful season, celebrate the special bonds between siblings, and rejoice in the victory of light over darkness and good over evil.
Being You by Alexs Pate Award-winning author and professor Alexs Pate delivers a message of hope and self-discovery in a time of uncertainty in our world. YOU helps us to see the wonder and light within each of us. Selena learned how to sing in Spanish and soon became hugely popular within the Latino community—so much so that she became the best-selling Latin artist of the s. His creativity appeals to children and adults alike and he has already won a Tony, Emmy, Grammy, and a Pulitzer Prize for his work.
A creative thinker and curious explorer, Yasmin and her multi-generational Pakistani American family will delight and inspire readers. Who will earn the honor in this story? The First Laugh Ceremony is a celebration held to welcome a new member of the community. Back matter includes information about other cultural ceremonies that welcome new babies and children, including man yue celebration China , sanskaras Hindu and aquiqa Muslim. Harbor Me by Jacqueline Woodson It all starts when six kids have to meet for a weekly chat—by themselves, with no adults to listen in.
When the six are together, they can express the feelings and fears they have to hide from the rest of the world. And together, they can grow braver and more ready for the rest of their lives. Join Samuel Adams as he masterminds the Boston Tea Party, Ruby Bridges on her march to school, Colin Kaepernick as he takes a knee, and the multitude of other American activists whose peaceful protests have ushered in lasting change. A World of Kindness by Ann Featherstone In a series of simple yet evocative questions, this impactful book asks children how they will show kindness and consideration for others.
Written by the editors of Pajama Press, and illustrated by celebrated Pajama Press artists, these stunning pages inspire meaningful discussion and storytelling about the understated yet powerful ways in which children might influence the world around them.
A World of Kindess goes beyond mere rhetoric to examine, in a child-friendly way, everyday social interactions where a kind word or act could have a transformative affect on others. He passes wall after wall of artwork until he sees a painting that makes him stop and ponder. Before long the painting comes to life and an afternoon of adventure and discovery unfolds, changing how he sees the world ever after.
Outside My Window by Linda Ashman Children living in different parts of the world see very different things when they gaze out of their windows. One child looks out over a boulevard lined with palm trees, another sees a train whistling past snow-capped mountains, and another waves to her father as he tends to their garden. Leo Gets a Checkup by Anna McQuinn When Dad takes Leo to visit the doctor, Leo learns to wait his turn, sit quietly while his eyes and ears are checked, and be brave during a shot. And, of course, Leo gets a book before he leaves!
They are people like Secretary of State Madeleine Albright, international singing sensation Celia Cruz, star basketball player Dikembe Mutombo, world-renowned physicist Albert Einstein, and influential journalist Jorge Ramos. Dreamers by Yuyi Morales In spare, lyrical verse and the vibrant images for which she has become legendary, Yuyi has created a lasting testament to the journeys, both physical and metaphorical, that she and Kelly have taken together in the intervening years.
Beautiful and powerful at any time, but given particular urgency as the status of our own Dreamers becomes uncertain, this is a story that is both topical and timeless. But what inspired her? For young Sonia, the answer was books! They were her mirrors, her maps, her friends, and her teachers. Some families look different than others. Perfect for families who are separated, whatever the circumstances, this message of love underscores the bond between parent and child in ways that little ones will understand. Stars caught fire and burned so long that they exploded, flinging stardust everywhere.
And the ash of those stars turned into planets. Ode to an Onion: Pablo has a lunch date with his friend Matilde, who shows the moody poet her garden. Where Pablo sees conflict and sadness, Matilde sees love and hope. The story is less a biography of Neruda and his muse, Matilde Urrutia — , and more a simple ode to a vegetable that is humble and luminous, dark and light, gloomy and glad, full of grief and full of joy—just like life.
Around it, the community bustles with life: One boy decides to change that. I Got the Christmas Spirit by Connie Schofield-Morrison As she and her mother enjoy the sights and sounds of the holiday season, a young girl feels the Christmas spirit in every jingle, yum, and ho ho ho. Fourth-grader Sarai Gonzalez can do anything. She can bake, dance, and run her own cupcake business. So she hatches a super-awesome plan with her younger sisters and cousin to buy back the house.
Will Sarai find a way to save the day? Inspired by true events from viral video star and social activist Sarai Gonzalez. Sojourner Truth was born into slavery but possessed a mind and a vision that knew no bounds. This combination of talent is just right for introducing this legendary figure to a new generation of children.
Otsaliheliga is nonfiction and showcases how the universal value of gratitude is expressed across the four seasons through a Cherokee lens. The Girl With a Mind for Math: Little did she know sexism and racial inequality would challenge that dream every step of the way, even keeping her greatest career accomplishment a secret for decades. With ninety-six lavishly designed pages of original art and prose, fifty diverse creators lend voice to young activists. Memphis, Martin, and the Mountaintop: The Sanitation Strike of by Alice Faye Duncan This historical fiction picture book for children ages presents the story of nine-year-old Lorraine Jackson, who in witnessed the Memphis sanitation strike—Dr.
Learn all about her amazing career in this illuminating and inspiring picture book biography of the lawyer, educator, politician, and civil rights leader. Grandpa and the Library by C. At the library Charles looks carefully at the picture books the librarians give him and also at the people around him, later drawing what he sees on scraps of paper at home. He learns to be patient and observant—and, by watching art students painting in the park, how to mix and use oil paints. As he grows into an artist, he paints the people he sees and admires.
Ultimately, Charles becomes a great artist whose works now hang in museums throughout the United States. What Can a Citizen Do?
But things take a not-so-super turn when she realizes her superhero cape is stuck at the dry cleaner. Will she be able to face her fears, help her friends, and be the true hero everyone knows she is? Hudson Being a big sister is a big job. It takes a lot of work, and patience, but it s a lot of fun, too.
This charming picture book explores the anticipation, excitement, and pride a young girl experiences as she helps to welcome a new baby to the family. Caleb dreams of venturing beyond their ordinary small town, but his dad likes the family to stay close to home. Styx is sixteen and oozes cool. Styx promises Caleb and Bobby Gene that together, they can pull off the Great Escalator Trade—exchanging one small thing for something better until they achieve their wildest dream. And then see their brother present them with toys and sweets and special gifts!
Zoey must work with her mom and Sassafras to find a cure — and quickly! Rosie Revere and the Raucous Riveters: Will Rosie be able to invent a contraption to help one of the Riveters paint in the annual mural competition? The Cosmic Journey of Neil deGrasse Tyson by Kathleen Krull A picture-book biography on science superstar Neil deGrasse Tyson, the groundbreaking American astrophysicist whose work has inspired a generation of young scientists and astronomers to reach for the stars!
Perfect for STEM curricula and readers of all ages. Lorraine by Ketch Secor Lorraine and her Pa Paw spend their days celebrating life with the music of the Tennessee hills. But when a fearsome storm rolls in and their instruments are nowhere to be found, can Lorraine find the music inside herself to get them through? Even Olympians have to start somewhere.
And in this charming illustrated book, Laurie Hernandez tells the story of Zoe, a little girl who dreams of flying—and becoming a gymnast. When Zoe sees a gymnast on TV, she realizes that gymnastics is just like flying. Lu by Jason Reynolds Ghost. Four kids from wildly different backgrounds with personalities that are explosive when they clash. But they are also four kids chosen for an elite middle school track team—a team that could qualify them for the Junior Olympics if they can get their acts together.
A Book of Empathy by Susan Verde. One by one, they follow their noses toward the scrumptious scent. Soon the pot is empty. Has she been so generous that she has nothing left for herself? Each spread highlights an important trait, and is enhanced by a quote from Michelle herself. Kids will grow up hearing the words of this influential woman and will learn what YOU value in a person! Go Show the World: Imagine by Juan Felipe Herrera.
Have you ever imagined what you might be when you grow up? When he was very young, Juan Felipe Herrera picked chamomile flowers in windy fields and let tadpoles swim across his hands in a creek. He went to school and taught himself to read and write English and filled paper pads with rivers of ink as he walked down the street after school. And when he grew up, he became the United States Poet Laureate and read his poems aloud on the steps of the Library of Congress.
If he could do all of that. Blended by Sharon M. There are two rules when it comes to the dragons: Before he knows it, Jax and his friends Vikram and Kavita have broken both rules! Will Jax get the baby dragons delivered safe and sound? Or will they be lost in Brooklyn forever? They are, to be perfectly honest, the tiniest bit boring. One day, when they go missing, Juno discovers something amazing: Juno embarks on an epic journey through time and space, stepping into the shoes of female icons from Frida Kahlo and Cleopatra to Lady Gaga and Serena Williams.
Who Says I Love You? Every page engages children, encouraging them to practice vocabulary, animal identification, and animal sounds. In this lively introduction to different kinds of music, a little girl tries out lots of instruments so she can play with her whole family! Festive and animated cut paper art helps the sounds of music to leap off the page in this award-winning primer on musical genres. But who inspired them? The suffragists included are: Elizabeth Cady Stanton, Susan B. When the Chorebot she designs gets a mind of its own and tries to organize the whole city, Rox and her neighbor Amar race to recode Chorebot in time to save the day.
Barrett Like many kids her age, Carolyn loves animals, castles, and building with blocks. She helps out her mom and dad, and even her baby brother. She cannot use her legs to walk and so she uses a wheelchair. But she can do almost everything at school, even when she needs to do things a bit differently! Carolyn shows her classmates and readers how to learn about and be a friend to children with disabilities. I Am Sonia Sotomayor by Brad Meltzer This friendly, fun biography series focuses on the traits that made our heroes great—the traits that kids can aspire to in order to live heroically themselves.
At the back are an excellent timeline and photos. Some names are known, some are not, but all of the women had a lasting effect on the fields they worked in. He saw the whole, where others saw only parts. And he noticed details others failed to see. Through stunning illustrations and lyrical prose, this picture book presents the life and accomplishments of Ernest Everett Just, an African American biologist who made important discoveries about the cell in the s.
Through his careful observations and hard work, Ernest opened up the wonder of the universe to all of us, through a tiny egg cell. This stunning picture book looks into the life of Georgia Gilmore, a hidden figure of history who played a critical role in the Civil Rights movement and used her passion for baking to help the Montgomery Bus Boycott achieve its goal. When the bus boycotts broke out in Montgomery after Rosa Parks was arrested, Georgia knew just what to do. She organized a group of women who cooked and baked to fund-raise for gas and cars to help sustain the boycott.
When Martin Luther King Jr. This picture book highlights a hidden figure of the civil rights movement who fueled the bus boycotts and demonstrated that one person can make a real change in her community and beyond. His father, a beloved mariachi performer, teaches his son how to play the violin when he is only six years old. But when Carlos discovers American blues, he is captivated by the raw honesty of the music.
Unable to think of anything else, he loses all interest in the violin. When Carlos finally receives his first guitar, his whole life begins to change. Love Like Sky by Leslie C. G-baby misses her best friend back in Atlanta, and is crushed that her glamorous new stepsister, Tangie, wants nothing to do with her. L is for Love: Part of the BabyLit Alphabet Series. Auntie and Me by Karen Katz Someone special is at the door! Who could it be? Baby is ready for a fun-filled day with Auntie in this new interactive lift-the-flap board book from bestselling author Karen Katz!
Baby Says by John Steptoe Spare text and lively illustrations tell the story of two brothers at opposite ends of a room. The older brother plays with blocks on the floor, while a curious baby boy watches intently from his crib. Tired of not being chosen to hold the flag, she makes it her mission to finally get picked. Woke Baby by Mahogany L. Woke babies are up early. Woke babies raise their fists in the air. Woke babies cry out for justice.
Woke babies grow up to change the world. This lyrical and empowering book is both a celebration of what it means to be a baby and what it means to be woke. This empowering alphabet-style book celebrates a wide range of skills and masteries in the arts, politics and activism, STEM, and more, providing accessible facts about these heroic women—and inspiring young readers to make the change they want to see in the world. This is the true story of Lil Hardin Armstrong: Ahead of her time, Lil made a career for herself—and for Louis Armstrong, her modest, unassuming husband.
Scat-inspired verse celebrates how Lil overcame race and gender barriers to become the first lady of the Chicago jazz scene. Will their dreams of pizza be dashed when the sub suspects that some of them have been cheating? With beautiful artwork by Chinese illustrator Alina Chau, this festive board book teaches readers that Lunar New Year invites us to spend time with family and friends, to light lanterns, and set off fireworks, dance with dragons, and to live the new year in harmony and happiness.
Nothing comes close to it. In doing so, she makes an unexpected discovery. Soccer will never be the same again for Mina! Words to Love By by Rick Warren With warmth and wisdom, this inspirational book takes a heartfelt look at language and how children use words to encourage, forgive, express gratitude, heal, and love. Little ones will be inspired by the many challenges Robinson gracefully rose to, while they learn important baseball and civil rights history. That is totally not okay with Sarai.
Excellent job by the students and Miss Rodriguez for their performance! Applications found at NWTF. Dale is setting a good example for others. Carleigh is working hard at school and improving her scores!
Way to go Carleigh. School will be dismissed at 1: We hope all students, staff, and community members have a great Christmas Break! Parents were served by their children. Janiya had 14 pts 3 assist 3 Rbs 1 charge against Marianna. She had 28pts 4 steals 5 assists and 1 charge against Lake Hamilton. Jahmar had a huge shot at the buzzer to put the game into overtime against Marianna and had 11 pts in our game against Lake Hamilton Last week.
He also had 4 Rb and 2 assist vs. Road Runners will be canceled this Wednesday, December 19th and will start back up on January 9th. An exciting change and improvement to our circle drive process is in the works! In order to provide additional safety for our students at Jimmy Brown Elementary, there will be a change to the car rider pick-up process beginning on Monday, January 7, Safety is our most important concern when taking care of our students.
On Monday, December 17th, circle drive duty personnel will hand out two 2 circle drive tags for students who are regularly picked up at circle drive in the afternoons. These car tags will be used starting January 7, Students who live within walking distance will be the only walkers. It is in our students best interest to ensure that we create a safe and orderly pick-up process. ALL car rider students will be picked up in the circle drive.
If you know in advance that someone else will be picking up your student, please give them one of your tags and they will go through circle drive smoothly. In the event your child is being picked up by someone without a car tag, they will need to park and come into the building to check your child out through the office. Any person without a car tag will need to show a picture ID and be on the checkout list.
As we continue to work to increase student safety at JBE, we appreciate your support and understanding in the changes we are making. A great finish to the scmiddleschool Christmas Choir Concert with the 8th grade! The 7th grade scmiddleschool has such holiday spirit tonight at the Christmas Choir Concert! Flu season is here. To help prevent the spread of germs and keep our students and staff as healthy as possible please be aware of the following: If your child has a fever, please keep them home.
Good handwashing is a necessity. Use soap and water and hand sanitizer frequently. Use tissues and keep coughs covered. Avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth. Clean and disinfect frequently touched surfaces. Yesterday was National Hot Chocolate Day. Thank you to our scmiddleschool teacher Mary Beth Gardner for this sweet reminder to our staff! Congrats to Mainline Health for being chosen as a finalist for the Arkansas Business of the Year in the nonprofit category! We are honored to partner with you at our school clinic at SCSD. SCHS 2ms ehateverittakes energybusschool.
Our scmiddleschool students had an amazing time at our local nursing homes spreading JOY this morning singing Christmas carols! This weeks Teacher Spotlight is Lauren Wooley. Lauren is a great teacher and mentor to her students in the classroom and in Cheer! We appreciate all you do for Star City School District! It may be Grinch Green Day but our hearts are full. A big shout out to all those who participated in the Rocket yearbook sales! Use your credit or debit card or your PayPal account online at Balfour.
We are well on our way in our scmiddleschool CurriculumAssoc December iReady reward!! Bullpups remain undefeated with a big victory at Dollarway. Jr girls and 7th grade girls had huge victories at Dollarway. A change to the car rider pick-up process will be in effect on Monday, January 7, Please be aware of the changes attached. She gave the Ladydogs a huge spark off the bench with her defensive effort!!
Dee had 18 pts in our road win at Marianna and 16 pts in our home game against Dermott Last week. He also had 6 Rb and 4 assist at Marianna!! The JBE cafeteria is looking festive for our students and staff! Boys Basketball fall in a close one to Dermott They look to rebound Tuesday against Marianna at home. Boys take down Dermott Popping good teachers enjoying the popcorn bar SCHS whateverittakes 2ms. Check in will start at 7: You must have your admission ticket and photo ID to be admitted. If you need help with a school ID, please see Ms Johnson today!! Enter at the math wing doors.
You need to bring 2 - 2 pencils, a jacket, and you can bring a snack. Live stream available at www. Congrats Miss Zoee C! Our scmiddleschool 6thgrade had a blast today at MistletoeMagic! Mesyah works so hard and does his best. Way to go Mesyah! A special thank you to Simmons Bank in Star City for sharing their time and resources this morning to teach JBE students about financial literacy. Great Teacher even better Person! Thanks for all your hard work and dedication!!!
Tonight SCHS choir and band joined together to spread some holiday cheer during the courthouse Christmas celebration. The jag program provided hot chocolate. Thank you Star City for including our students. Thank you to all three groups for working together. Sofia follows the rules in the classroom. Way to go Sofia! Jasper got a Good Behavior Referral 4 always doing his best. Basketball gets the sweep tonight at Marianna. The Bulldogs pull off a close one to move to on the season!
These two spread the holiday cheer while volunteering to help the salvation army's seasonal attempt to take care of those in need. We are always happy when our students practice community service. Boren were there to model 2MS along with helping these young men. Ladydogs go on the road to defeat Marianna to move to on the season! Ladydogs defeat Marianna Ladydogs and Bulldogs games to follow. The Student Showcase was a huge success because of our Corporate Sponsors! Students scmiddleschool are more than welcome to participate in Dress Up Days in the 12 Days of Christmas!
Great resources and reminders for our students. This week is Computer Science Education week! We are proud of our students and glad to have PLTWorg in our school! Today is national cookie day and we will celebrate at all schools today during lunch! Please make plans to attend.
The Fall Sports Banquet was a huge success. Congrats to our award winners! Congratulations to all our fall sports athletes for a successful year! Students were happy to be done with day 1 of interim ACT Aspire testing. Charge those Chromebooks for day 2. We are ready for the 12 Days of Christmas scmiddleschool! Kyaira had 6 defensive deflections and 4 steals in the win at Dumas helping the Lady Dogs improve to on the season!!
Marvion had 17 pts and 27 pts in our 2 wins Last week. He was also from the foul line!! Come join us as we recognize our student athletes at our Fall Sports Banquet, tonight at 6: Pre-order your copy of the Star City Rocket yearbook! Please contact Shannon Blake for details. Please come and shop with your student. Please join us in congratulating Mr. York and the following all region band students. Dogs run their record to with a victory over Lake Village Lakeside! Dogs lead after 1st quarter against Lake Village. Due to the probability of severe weather in the area, tonights basketball games against Dermott have been canceled.
Safety is our top priority. We love to see SCHS students help each other in their studies. Great kids help make a great school.
Williamson support Bulldog Basketball in matching shirts. Come shop with your student on Dec 3 7: Bullpups won a big one tonight against Drew Central and stay unbeaten on the season. Drew Central won the Jr. Shepherd is loved and respected by her students and loves sharing her knowledge with them. She is a great asset to our school and we are thankful to have her. Thanks to all Senior parents tor taking part in the Senior ad sale! It is a great support to the Star City Rocket yearbook.
We have sent an important letter home with your student regarding attendance, exemptions, and the semester test schedule for scmiddleschool. Please review with your child. If you have any questions, please contact us in the middle school office. Way to go Zephaniah. Bulldogs are now after a big win over Dumas! Star City Basketball is leading Dumas after three quarters Lady Dogs win easily against Dumas Jr Girls lost a close game to the Bobcats. Come join us as we recognize our student athletes at our Fall Sports Banquet! Today all juniors are taking the military entrance exam, ASVAB , to give them one more option for their future.
Thank you to the Jr. High Cross Country team for presenting at the school board meeting tonight. Also a special thanks to their sponsors for supporting them throughout the year. What a great season! She had 12 pts 5 rebounds against Dollarway!! Brendan had 12 pts 13 Rebounds and 5 Block shots against Dollarway!! We hope everyone enjoyed the break, StarCitySchools resumes tomorrow.
We look forward to seeing all our passengers! Happy Thanksgiving to our StarCitySchools students, staff, and community! We wish you a great day spent well with family and friends. Pictures from the victorious Ladydogs and Bulldogs. Great atmosphere in Star City tonight! Basketball games scheduled for Star City tomorrow are: Girls A will play Watson Chapel at 3: Girls B will play Dollarway at 3: Bullpups win a big one on the road against White Hall!!
Girls win a hard fought come from behind victory at White Hall!! If you missed them for Thanksgiving you may still get a second chance for Christmas. The roadhouse quality rolls are a great addition to your meal. Congratulations to Janiya Johnson for being selected player of the week for the Lady Dogs as she led them to the tournament championship game.
We hope all of our students and their families have a wonderful break! Nothing but hoops starcityschools today as our all of our boys teams play!! Lady Dogs fall in the finals to Marion. They played a really competitive game and we are proud of their effort. Ladydog Basketball will take on Marion today at 1: Mary Tournament in Little Rock. The 5th grade tribe leaders are ready for the Energy Bus pep rally this afternoon! Star City Middle School will participate in a school safety lockdown drill today, Friday, November 16, This is just a drill.
Safety is always our concern and if you have any questions, please contact the middle school office. Excited about Jordan Lee having an A in Geometry virtual class! See the scmiddleschool Upcoming November Events flyer. We are so thankful we get to be a part of your child's life!!! They advance to the championship game against Marion on Saturday at 1: Thank you to our advisory board for working together to Love Our Passengers! Saint Mary Tournament in Little Rock. Please make arrangements to get those at this time.
Thank you for supporting the Beta Club! Angela is a great help on campus and always a smiling face. Thank you for all you do! The Junior Girls and Junior Boys basketball games will start at 5: Star City Middle School will participate in a school safety lockdown drill on Friday, November 16, As student safety is our top priority, Star City School District will have a late start today.
School will begin at Buses will begin their routes 2 hours later than normal. Congratulations to the winners of the 2nd Mile Service Art Contest: Thank you JBE Kindergarten parents for having Thanksgiving lunch with your students on this snowy day. As student safety is our top priority, Star City School District will have a late start tomorrow morning.
Thank you to the Life Skills class for an awesome Thanksgiving lunch. Blessed to be a part of this group SCHS 2ms energybusschool. Thank you to all the 2nd grade parents who braved the weather to eat Thanksgiving lunch with their children! Baylee got a Good Behavior Referral for being such a pleasant bus rider. The Lady Dogs will nowplay at 8: Due to inclement weather the Star City School District will dismiss early today. Students will be dismissed at 1: Stephanie's class enjoys the unexpected snow. Time to build a snowman! Mrs Nicole's class enjoys the snow! JJ is being a trooper for our annual blood drive.
Due to winter weather in the forecast, Star City School District is actively watching the weather. At this time roads are clear and we will have school. We are preparing for any bus route modifications or changes to school schedules and activities. We will send out updated information as it becomes available. What a great night of student showcases at Star City Schools!
Thanks to all of our sponsors, staff, parents, and students for making this event possible! JBE Ss and parents showed up to show off what they are learning in class. We are so proud of those who presented tonight. Engineers hard at work! Blood drive at Star City High School will be tomorrow from 8: Donors will receive a free t shirt. Donors must present a photo ID. We will receive scholarship money to award a senior s based on the level of participation.
For more information call and ask for Andrea. If possible, please call and let us know a good time for you so you won't have to wait. Thank you for your support! We are so proud she is part of our family!! School will be dismissed for the Thanksgiving holiday November Have a wonderful Thanksgiving break! Forms can be picked up in the JBE office.
A great game tonight at MSM tournament! Join us for a showcase of student learning! The K choir is ready for their performance tomorrow during the showcase. We are looking forward to hosting everyone. Photo uploads are due November 30th. For help, see Mrs. Congratulations to the following students who auditioned for All Region Jazz Band and placed! Saint Mary Tournament at 7: Thank you to all who risk their lives daily to protect our freedom.
This crew braved the cold weather to bring the livestream to the comfort of your home. They liverstreamed two events in one day. This service is awesome. Dogs fall ShilohSaintsFB in 1st round of the playoffs. Congrats on a good year StarCityDogs and good luck Saints. Bulldogs and Saints getting after it in the cold! It was a great day for a great day at scmiddleschool!!! Dogs getting a little pre-game work in at Alma High School! Rocket Beauty and Beau photos should be chosen by Seniors during school hours in room next week.
No hard copy is necessary. Contact Mrs Blake for details. Senior ads are due November 16 next Friday.
Author and illustrator are both Oklahoma Choctaw. Please join us in congratulating Mr. Lilly Reeves advances to second round with a victory in singles. And he never left home without a sketchbook. Can Baby think like a coder to fix her train?
Reserve your space as soon as possible for the Rocket yearbook. Bulldogs football team enjoying a little pre-playoff game bowling!!! Please join us at You can view the live stream at www. The Bulldogs will travel to Springdale tonight for a 7: The game will be live streamed at http: We always enjoy coming together as a community to celebrate our bulldogs. We look forward to watching them tomorrow.
We are extremely proud of the alma mater and the spirit from this group. Upon joining the school she dove in with excitement and her students are truly enjoying her. Lady Dogs lead at the half! Nicole's Ss work with Elkonin boxes to strengthen literacy skills. Way to drive with a purpose.
We always enjoy having guest visit our schools to show the many opportunities available to our students. Marshall Morgan has been accepted to his top University choice! UCAbears way to go! Berus added some fun to his class today converting learning topics into a great game. K Ss get ready for hunting season by creating binoculars out of toilet paper rolls in Enrichment. Ladydog Basketball defeats Ouachita High They will advance to play either Fordyce or Nashville tomorrow at 8: The Ladydogs lead Ouachita High to begin the 2nd half.
Please keep in mind our precious children that ride our buses every day. Don't be in too much of a hurry to stop for our flashing lights and stop signs! Brylenn makes the number 2 with magnetic blocks. Can you see Emma's pattern? Lady Dogs move to with a victory!! Next game is tomorrow at 5: Lady Dogs season is underway in the OBU tournament!!!! Blake at SCHS or by email s.
Due date is November We want to invite everyone out to celebrate and support our Football program's return to the playoffs. We will have a community pep rally and collect can food items in support of our Math club's 2MS initiative. Information will be sent home today with your student. Join us Thursday 6PM for a community pep rally on the square! Bring a canned food item to help support the math club drive. What a great day to compete in the state cross country meet.
We are proud of Coach Synder and the entire team. They worked extremely hard and represented this community and school district with honor. Dogs hold off Crossett to earn a playoff spot next Friday night! Adam Fonville scores on a fake punt!! Dogs and Eagles playing in the mud! Dogs trail in the first quarter. These ladies are an important part of our program. They had a great time dressing up. Senior night ceremonies will begin at 6: The Bulldogs will host Crossett tonight for a 7: School will be dismissed tomorrow for AEA Meetings.
We will resume school on Monday, November 5. He is helpful to his teacher and classmates. TY parents for supporting your Ss. Shepherd doing WhateverItTakes for our Bulldogs. Sewing up a player uniform before the game tonight! Awesome day at SAU preview day with this group of seniors. Thanks to Kandice Bell from the Govornor's office for visiting our computer science classes. We are off to a great and thankful start for November! SCHS teacher spotlight for this week is Mr. Tim leads through example and is a great role model to all he encounters, both student and employee.
Help us thank Tim for the great work he does! Dont be scared, be prepared was a huge success. Henry are were having way to much fun reading those college questions. We have a great team. Championship Second Mile Service. Future careers in the medical field. Pre order your copy of the Star City Rocket yearbook! The December ACT is the final test to take for several college scholarship applications.
Physical Science is expanding their knowledge by creating and product testing catapults. Senior Ads are available in the Rocket yearbook until November Reserve your space today! Contact Shannon Blake for forms or details. In order to provide the best dining experience for our customers, we are asking parents of the Jimmy Brown Elementary students to provide feedback on your students food service program. Please use this web link to take the survey; https: Thanks to our senior moms!!
Good Behavior Referral for Hayden. She is always helpful to her teacher and classmates. Congratulations Kellie for getting a Good Behavior Referral. She showed kindness to a fellow student. We look forward to seeing everyone there! SCHS students, don't forget to dress for your chosen job or in professional attire tomorrow Oct 31st.
Remember to be mindful of the dress code. No weaponry or masks will be allowed. Senior ads are due November 16! Please contact Shannon Blake for forms at s. This Thursday, Nov 1st, our basketball program will be doing a fundraiser from 11 am to 9 pm at Los Toritos in Star City. Please come eat and support Bulldog Basketball!! More pics form District Meet! Join us next week as we battle Crossett.