Young baby with father
By: Andrea Pinkney
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Who is that beautiful face in the mirror? Why it is baby, held by a loving daddy. This simple yet appealing book is presented in a format appropriate for the youngest reader to hold.

By: Angela Johnson
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A young African American boy tells the story of his great-great-uncle, who realized his dream of flying by becoming a Tuskegee Airman during World War II.

The Patchwork Quilt
By: Valerie Flournoy
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When Tanya's much loved grandmother becomes ill, Tanya inspires the entire family to help her finish the quilt — and the family history it reveals. This warm story is lovingly told with sensitive, beautiful watercolor illustrations.

By: Jen Bryant
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Though he practiced medicine, William Carlos Williams became a recognized poet continuing well into his sixties.
Young boy with a cape
By: Oscar De La Hoya Mark Shulman
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Since he forgets to distribute the lists for the neighborhood picnic, Oscar must launch into action. He shops, sets the table and whips up the food — in a most unusual way — for the best picnic ever!

By: Sieb Posthuma
Benny es un perrito blanco de orejas blancas y collar rojo que no puede encontrar su hueso favorito. ¡De hecho Benny no puede oler nada!
By: Sieb Posthuma

Benny is a white dog with black ears and a red collar who can't find his favorite bone. In fact, Benny can't smell anything!

Rafi and Rosi playing on the beach
By: Lulu Delacre

Three short stories present three adventures shared by Rafi and Rosi, young tree frogs who live in Puerto Rico. Rosi knows that her older brother is magic; not only can he find things in the sand, he can also make the sea shine!

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