Alina Chau
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"Jordan's days as the star player for her school's basketball team ended when an accident left her paralyzed ... Now, she's still the team captain, but her competition days seem to be behind her ... until an encounter with a mysterious elephant, who she names Marshmallow, helps Jordan discover a brand new sport. Will water polo be the way for Jordan to continue her athletic dreams--or will it just come between Jordan and her best friends on the basketball...
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OBD Asian Pacific American Heritage Month (May) - Youth
Picture Book Biographies for All Ages (SCPL-YS)
Picture Book Biographies for All Ages (SCPL-YS)
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"An action-packed picture book biography about Hollywood actor, stuntman, and beloved superstar Jackie Chan! A great read for Chan fans hoping to share their love of Rush Hour, Supercop, and Jackie's original brand of martial arts with their ready-to-tumble tyke. Pow! Bam! Wow! Jackie Chan has been making movies and amazing audiences with his original and comedic stunts for decades. Pow! Bam! Ow! But before he was an international star, Jackie grew...
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Tong tong! The legendary Nian monster has returned at Chinese New Year. With horns, scales, and wide, wicked jaws, Nian is intent on devouring Shanghai, starting with Xingling! The old tricks to keep him away don't work on Nian anymore, but Xingling is clever. Will her quick thinking be enough to save the city from the Nian Monster?
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"The lamb Sydney befriends the shepherd girl Zhi, as well as other animals of the Chinese lunar calendar, and demonstrates the qualities of a kind heart. Lists the birth years and characteristics of individuals born in the Chinese Year of the Sheep"-- Provided by publisher.
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Hispanic & Latino Authors: Youth Nonfiction (SCPL-YS)
Immigrant Heritage Month (WPLD)
Short Story Collections for Kids (SCPL-YS)
Immigrant Heritage Month (WPLD)
Short Story Collections for Kids (SCPL-YS)
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Many immigrants of color set out across continents, oceans, and borders, travelling to the United States in pursuit of opportunity: scientists, athletes and artists have succeeded, bringing fame to America.
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"Every big moment starts with a dream--for adventure, for freedom, for something more--and no one knows that better than the Disney princesses. In this beautifully illustrated hardcover storybook, Ariel, Mulan, Belle, Cinderella, and more fan-favorite Disney Princesses will encourage and inspire children ages 3 to 7 to dream big, believe in themselves, and follow their hearts."--Provided by publisher.
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"ONE: The Bible's Big Story in Tiny Poems retells multiple Bible stories in tiny but mighty poems. From Creation to The Fall, the stories of God's faithfulness in the Old Testament to the birth of the Savior, the miracles of Jesus to the spread of the Gospel, and ultimately God's promise for our redemption and restoration, young readers will have a better understanding of the full story of the Bible and God's plan for each of us.... one poem at a...