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Benjamin Waterfalls is a troubled kid: He steals as the quickest way to fill the emptiness in his life. Plus, he enjoys the danger, and it makes him feel good to sneak some money into his mom’s purse when rent is due. His Native American mother has tried everything to help Benny find a better path, but when he lands in court in front of an unforgiving judge, it looks like there’s no hope—until the judge agrees to allow Benny one last chance at turning his life around. The only problem is, he’s being sent to stay with his father, a man Benny hasn’t seen for seven years.

Get to know the Zuni people by listening about them. This book features the Zuni as a Native American tribe. It highlights the unique culture, traditions, and way of life, as well as the region in which they lived. At the end of this book, you are expected to be able to explain the conflicts between the Pueblo and the Spaniards. Have a good listen!

There are several Native American tribes, each having their own beliefs and customs. You can tell them apart based on their similarities and differences. In this book, you will learn about the Cherokee Indians. How did you live before and after colonization? Which battles did they fight and did they win? Start listening today.

In this book, your child will be learning about the Haida and Iroquois Indians. Information included in this audio is focus on the culture, tradition, and location of the Haida and Iroquois Indians. Understand how their geographic location has shaped their way of life. Listen about these interesting tribes. Begin today.

Tulip realizes the world is changing around her because of a virus. She looks for ways to help her family and community get through the stress of the pandemic. 

Coretta Scott King is known for being the wife of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., but she was a civil rights activist and leader in her own right! She was a singer and an author, too, and her work made a difference for Black Americans and for all women for decades to come. 

Classic Mother Goose rhymes get a Latino twist in this cozy collection. From young Juan Ramón sitting in el rincón to three little gatitos who lost their mitoncitos, listeners will be delighted to see familiar characters in vibrant, luminous scenes brimming with fanciful details. La Madre Goose will make a playful multicultural addition to every modern bookshelf.

When Patsy Mink won her seat the House of Representatives as a Democrat from Hawaii, she became the first woman of color and the first Asian American woman elected to Congress. A co-author of the Title XI amendment of the Higher Education Act, she was a champion of rights for women, children, immigrants, and minorities throughout her twenty-four years in Congress. She helped paved the way for many other women to succeed.

From the hair on her head to the tips of her toes, Azira knows that she is awesome! And whether it’s styled in twists, curls, braids, Bantu knots, a textured bun, or left totally natural, her hair is just one of the countless things that helps Azira celebrate who God made her to be. She’s able to live out a beautiful story because God has crowned her with glory - and Azira wants you to do the same! 

The story highlights different families and their diverse traditions as they observe Zhong Qiu Jie, Tet Trung Thu, and Tsukimi! In all three stories, children will learn about foods, traditions, dances, parades, and poetry involved in the celebration of the Moon Festival. Just like Our Lunar New Year by the same author, children will be so captivated by the celebrations that they will feel part of holiday, too! 

As a young boy, Bao and his father awoke early, hours before his father's long workday began, to fish on the shores of a small pond in Minneapolis. Unlike many other anglers, Bao and his father fished for food, not recreation. A successful catch meant a fed family. Between hope-filled casts, Bao's father told him about a different pond in their homeland of Vietnam.  

Preciosa has hair that won’t stay straight, won’t be confined. Rudine’s hair resists rollers, flat irons, and rules. Together, the girls play hair salon! They take inspiration from their moms, their neighbors, their ancestors, and cultural icons. They discover that their hair holds roots of the past and threads of the future. 

Fabio flies through the streets of Bogotá on his bicycle, the children of his neighborhood trailing behind him. It is there that life feels right - where the world of adults, and their lies, fades away. But then one day, he simply forgets. Forgets how to ride his bicycle. And Fabio will never be the same again. 

In the vein of I Am Enough and Eyes That Kiss in the Corners, this powerful book is a joyful recognition of the people and places that help define young readers and adults alike.

Eddy wants to ride his bike, but the training wheels are gone! Daddy took them off so Eddy could learn to ride without them, but Eddy is used to riding with the training wheels, and he is upset. Who knew riding a bike could be so hard? When Eddy crashes his bike and falls off, he is ready to give up. Will Eddy ever ride his bike without the training wheels? Find out if riding the bike does get easier!

The Plains Indians were the Native American Indians who once lived once the Great Plains. This educational resource discusses the culture of Plains Indians, as well as the wars they fought as the US expanded its western territory. Learning about the natives will help improve your child’s knowledge of how the US was before territories were invaded and the first inhabitants displaced. 

The Native Americans hold very sacred traditions. They believe that spirits are everywhere in nature. In this history book, you're going to learn about the Native American Indian religion, mythology, and legends. By listening to this audiobook, your child will be several steps closer to truly knowing who the Native American Indians are. Secure a copy of this book today! 

Learn to identify Mount Olympus. Understand the roles of the main gods and goddesses in Ancient Greek Culture. This social studies book for fifth graders will introduce your child to Aphrodite, Hermes, Poseidon, Zeus, and Apollo. By knowing these gods and goddesses, your child will glean into Ancient Greek culture and traditions. Grab a copy today.

In Jaxon and Kevin’s Black History Trip Downtown, the second book in this educational book series, Jaxon shares his magical adventure with his cousin Kevin. They venture into town to meet Black inventors and scientists who are responsible for many of the things we encounter every day.

The Native Americans went to war, too. They did so to protect their lands. When you hear about history, you get to understand why wars happened, and what can be done to prevent them from happening again today and in the future. You see things from a different perspective, because you are at a different era than the characters in historical books. What will you learn from this history book?