Kennedy read "Rainbow: A First Book of Pride" by Michael Genhart
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by KennedyElizabeth
1y ago
In honor of Pride Month and support of the LGBTQIA+ community KennedyElizabeth will be reading "Rainbow: A First Book of Pride". In this beautiful book we learn about the color of the rainbow flag and its meaning. Written on Amazon A must-have primer for young readers and a great gift for pride events and throughout the year, beautiful colors all together make a rainbow in Rainbow: A First Book of Pride. This is a sweet ode to rainbow families, and an affirming display of a parent's love for their child and a child's love for their parents. With bright colors and joyful families, this bo ..read more
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Kennedy reads "Little People, Big Dreams: Zaha Hadid" by Isabel Sanchez Vegar
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by KennedyElizabeth
1y ago
To kick off Women's History Month, KennedyElizabeth will be reading "Little People, Big Dreams: Zaha Hadid" by Sanchez Vegar.  A story about how Zaha Hadid  grew up to become a well known architect all around the globe. Written on Amazon When Zaha Hadid was a little girl, she grew up in Baghdad, Iraq surrounded by music. She was a curious and confident child, who designed her own modernist bedroom at nine years old. As a young woman studying at University in Beirut, she was described as the most outstanding pupil the teacher had ever met. With her spectacular vision and belief in th ..read more
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Kennedy reads "Dear Black Child" by Rahma Rodaah
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by KennedyElizabeth
1y ago
To bring a close to this year's Black History Month I am reading a book that I think all children and especially black children should read.  This book inspires children to be who their are and strive to achieve their best. Written on Amazon In the spirit of I Am Enough, this is a moving and lyrical tribute to and affirmation of Black children around the world—by an exciting new author and illustrator team. Dear Black Child, We are here to remind you of your glory… An inspiring love letter to Black children from all cultures, this book is a celebration of their beauty, joy, and resilienc ..read more
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Kennedy reads "Groundhog Day" by Gail Gibbons
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by KennedyElizabeth
1y ago
It's Groundhog Day!!!  Here is a story gives us the origin and history of Groundhog Day. Written on Amazon Will he see his shadow? Will spring come early or late? But most importantly-- what does a groundhog have to do with the weather? Every year on February 2nd, people all across the United States watch groundhogs come out of their burrows-- especially in the town of Punxsutawney-- trying to figure out if the weather will stay cold, or begin to warm up. In Groundhog Day!, children's nonfiction master Gail Gibbons delves into the history behind this unusual holiday, and examines the a ..read more
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Kennedy reads Natasha Wing's "The Night Before Lunar New Year with Lingfeng Ho"
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by KennedyElizabeth
1y ago
Happy New Year!!!! In honor of the Lunar New Year this year I have read Natasha Wing's "The Night Before Lunar New Year with Lingfeng Ho.  This story shows us how one family celebrate this great holiday.   Written on Amazon It's the night before Lunar New Year, and a little girl is excited for all of the celebrations to come. She's prepared dumplings with her mom, bought a new dress in Chinatown, and even helped scare mythical beast Nian away with her cousins and brother. There's only one problem: she's a bit nervous about all of the loud noises at the upcoming Lunar New Year Parad ..read more
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Kennedy Reads "Happy Birthday, Martin Luther King" by Jean Marzollo
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by KennedyElizabeth
1y ago
I continues my annual tradition of reading a book honoring the late Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr on his birthday which also is my birthday. This book is a beautifully-rendered study of Martin Luther King Jr.'s life, told in simple, straightforward language for even the youngest of readers to understand. Pinkney's scratchboard and oil pastel illustrations convey both the strength and gentleness of King's character. Both text and art carry his central message of peace and brotherhood among all people. (Thanks amazon.com) https://www.amazon.com/Birthday-Martin-Luther-Scholastic-Bookshelf/dp/04397 ..read more
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Kennedy Reads "Shante Keys and the New Year's Peas" by Gail Piernas-Davenport
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by KennedyElizabeth
1y ago
Kennedy reads "Shante Keys and the New Year's Peas" about a family's New Year's Day tradition.  Shanté Keys loves New Year's Day! But while Grandma fixed chitlins, baked ham, greens, and cornbread, she forgot the black-eyed peas! Oh no―it'll be bad luck without them! So Shanté sets out to borrow some from the neighbors.  (Thanks to www.Amazon.com) https://www.amazon.com/Shante-Keys-New-Years-Peas/dp/0807573310/ref=sr_1_1?crid=JBVN87X6HWH0&keywords=Shante+Keys+and+the+New+Year%27s+Peas&qid=1672613541&sprefix=shante+keys+and+the+new+year%27s+peas%2Caps%2C88&sr=8-1 ..read more
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Neema presents Ethel Waters
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by KennedyElizabeth
1y ago
Neema reads a brief evocative description on Ethel Water an African American television star from the 1930s. Here is a look at "The Ethel Williams Show" featuring a young Sammy Davis, Jr. courtesy of YouTube. https://youtu.be/BZx5VJx-FoA ..read more
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Elie reads "Our Luna New Year" by Yobe Qiu
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by KennedyElizabeth
1y ago
In honor of the Luna New Year I have invited Ms. Chiua to read "Our Luna New Year" by Yobe Qiu.  This story gives us insight on how Luna New Year is celebrated around the world in other Asian American Pacific Islander communities. Written on Amazon It's almost Lunar New Year! Xiao Mi, Hang, Kwan, Malai and Charu all celebrate the New Year in their own special way. Experience how each one of the Chinese, Korean, Thai, Vietnamese and Indian children and their families honor Lunar New Year, from dragon dances in China to firecrackers in India! https://www.amazon.com/Our-Lunar-New-Year-Ce ..read more
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Kennedy and Alina reads "I Have a Dream" by Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
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by KennedyElizabeth
1y ago
In this podcast episode Kennedy and Alina read a small portion of Martin Luther King, Jr.'s "I Have a Dream" speech.  The girls take turns reading these powerful words that has inspired the world to go out and make changes. Here is the book the girls read from: https://www.amazon.com/I-Have-Dream-Book-CD/dp/0375858873/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2EW3XX6AHF93B&keywords=i+have+a+dream+by+martin+luther+king+jr&qid=1642440968&s=books&sprefix=I+have+a+Dream+by+%2Cstripbooks%2C95&sr=1-1 Written on Amazon: Experience history with this picture book of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s iconic ..read more
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