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Book SynopsisSomeone Like Me is the young readers edition of Julissa Arce''s adult memoir My (Underground) American Dream. Born in Taxco, Mexico, Julissa Arce had to share her parents with America from the age of three. Her parents made trips to different parts of the United States to sell silver, often spending weeks and even months away. That is until one day they decided to bring Julissa to Texas to live with them. From then on, Julissa would be spend every day gripped with fear as she secretly lived as an undocumented immigrant.This surprising, at times heart-wrenching, but always inspirational story takes readers deep into the little-understood world of a new generation of undocumented immigrants in the United States today--children who live next door, sit in your classrooms, or may even be one of your best friends.

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Book SynopsisA joyfully illustrated board book by Caldecott Honoree Grace Lin, based on the popular Christmas carol! This delightful holiday board book, based on the popular Christmas carol, makes the perfect Christmas gift! Bestselling and award-winning illustrator Grace Lin''s interpretation of Hark! the Herald Angels Sing (originally published in 2005) features a variety of appealing characters celebrating the holiday season.

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Book SynopsisA joyfully illustrated board book by Caldecott Honoree Grace Lin, based on the popular Christmas carol!This delightful holiday board book, based on the popular Christmas carol, makes the perfect Christmas gift! Bestselling and award-winning illustrator Grace Lin''s interpretation of Silent Night (originally published in 2005) features a variety of appealing characters celebrating the holiday season.

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Book SynopsisComo la primera mujer de la raza negra y con raíces en Asia Meridional que se convierte en vicepresidenta de los Estados Unidos, así como la segunda mujer negra en la historia elegida al Senado de los Estados Unidos, Kamala Harris está abriendo nuevos caminos en su ruta hacia el escenario nacional. Pero, ¿de qué manera alcanzó sus metas? ¿Qué valores e influencias la guiaron e inspiraron sobre la marcha?   En esta edición de sus memorias para lectores jóvenes, conocemos cómo su familia y su comunidad influyeron en la vida de la vicepresidenta Harris y vemos qué la llevó a descubrir su propio sentido de identidad y propósito. Las verdades que sostenemos sigue la trayectoria que la vicepresidenta Harris ha elegido a lo largo de su vida al explorar los valores que más aprecia: los de comunidad, igualdad y justicia. A través de una lectura que inspira y empodera, este libro nos reta a convertirnos en líderes de nuestras vidas y nos muestra que, con determinación y perseverancia, todos los sueños se pueden hacer realidad.

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Book Synopsis*[An] excellent exercise in narrative nonfiction. --Booklist (starred review)From New York Times bestselling author Andrew Maraniss comes the remarkable true story of Glenn Burke, a hidden figure in the history of sports: the inventor of the high five and the first openly gay MLB player. Perfect for fans of Steve Sheinkin and Daniel James Brown. On October 2nd, 1977, Glenn Burke, outfielder for the Los Angeles Dodgers, made history without even swinging a bat. When his teammate Dusty Baker hit a historic home run, Glenn enthusiastically congratulated him with the first ever high five. But Glenn also made history in another way--he was the first openly gay MLB player. While he did not come out publicly until after his playing days were over, Glenn's sexuality was known to his teammates, family, and friends. His MLB career would be cut short after only three years, but his legacy and impact on the athletic and LGBTQIA+ community

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