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A powerful and vibrantly illustrated account of the resilience and dedication of the unsung Black heroines who played a major role in World War II. Perfect for fans of Hidden Figures, Opal Lee and What It Means to Be Free, and Tyler Perry’s blockbuster film The Six Triple Eight. In 1943, the United States was facing a unique wartime crisis—too much mail! Millions of letters and packages, stacked from floor to ceiling, sat unsent in cold, dark warehouses, with no one to sort through the backlog and no way to deliver mail to the troops.Enter the 6888th Central Postal Directory Battalion.Formed of Black women who had advocated fiercely for their right to enlist in the U.S. military, the “Six Triple Eight” battalion had one special task: sort and send the mail. It wasn’t easy, but the Six Triple Eight got to work!Putting in long hours to send out each piece of mail in record time, they had a four-word motto that powered them through: “No mail, low morale!” As they helped deliver support to the soldiers on the frontlines, these women proved there was nothing they couldn’t do! Former teacher turned multigenre writer and editor Tonya Abari and debut illustrator Lance Evans honor these women with a stunning nonfiction picture book sure to educate and inspire future generations.The Six Triple Eight is a Junior Library Guild Gold Standard Selection!

Introduce children to the history of Juneteenth with the Let's Celebrate Juneteenth Board Book from Mudpuppy. Featuring rhyming text and colorful, bold artwork, this board book is a beautiful celebration of this important holiday. A wonderful addition to your child's bookshelf! • 26 pages • Trim: 7 x 7, 17.78 x 17.78 • All Mudpuppy products adhere to CPSIA, ASTM, and CE Safety Regulations. • Made responsibly from FSC-certified material. Printed with nontoxic inks.

Selah can't wait to show off her newly loc'd hair at school, but when she bounces off the bus, her classmates react with whispers and a word Selah hasn't heard before: dreadlocks. The word dread makes her uneasy: is there something scary about her hair? Selah's family shares stories about standing up to hair discrimination and why they love their locs, helping Selah return to school with confidence, because there's absolutely nothing dreadful about her hair Written with several elements of the African American oral tradition -- LOCS, NOT DREADS celebrates the rich history and beauty of naturally loc'd styles. Perfect for readers of CROWN: An Ode to the Fresh Cut and Hair Love.

Discover the joy and meaning of Juneteenth, a very special celebration that commemorates the end of slavery in the United States. Jeremiah and his family are preparing to honour Freedom Day, join them to learn more about how and why it is celebrated. Embark on a journey of learning and discovery with Celebrations & Festivals: Juneteenth, a beautifully illustrated, narrative non-fiction picture book designed for children. This engaging and informative book takes young readers through the history and significance of Freedom Day, told with a gentle, age-appropriate voice. Jeremiah is excited for Juneteenth, but first he want to show how he and his family honour their culture and history all year round. Join them as they work on community projects, visit historic landmarks, learn about Black history and celebrate the achievements and contributions of African Americans. When 19th June arrives, they pray and thank their ancestors, fly special flags, make yummy Juneteenth recipes and attend the big parade in town. They it’s back home for a party, where they celebrate with music, dancing and laughter. There's a big BBQ, southern soul food and lots of treats, including Jeremiah’s delicious red velvet cupcakes! In the evening they go to watch the fireworks in their neighborhood and wish each other a happy Freedom Day. Follow young relatable characters and their parents as they honour their culture and history and celebrate Juneteenth, radiating Black joy and championing community. Learn about important people and events that shaped Black history. Write your own freedom song and create your own freedom flag. Bake some delicious tea cakes for your Juneteenth celebrations. Contains 16 pages of extra non-fiction content, including history, crafts, recipes, activities and a quiz that bring the learning experience to life, encouraging young minds to engage with and understand the importance of Juneteenth. Perfect for families, educators and young readers, this book is a celebration of Black joy. Discover more with other titles in this delightful Celebrations & Festivals series!