Nikki Grimes
41) Come Sunday
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A little girl describes a typical Sunday from the moment her mother wakes her up through the different elements of the worship service in church.
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Danitra Brown series volume 3
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English
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In this story told in a series of rhyming poems, Zuri faces her fears about starting a new school year with the help of free-spirited best friend, Danitra.
48) What is goodbye?
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Alternating poems by a brother and sister convey their feelings about the death of their older brother and the impact it had on their family.
49) Oh, brother!
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English
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Xavier is unhappy when his mother remarries and he suddenly has a new stepbrother, as well as a stepfather, in his home.
50) A day with Daddy
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English
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A boy enjoys every moment of a special day with his father, as they play in the park, share french fries, and see a movie together. Includes activity ideas for parents and children.
55) Wild, wild hair
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English
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In this rhyming story, an African American girl hides when it's time to comb and braid her hair.
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Danitra Brown series volume 2
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English
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Recounts, in a series of poems and letters, Danitra's summer at her aunt's house in the country and her best friend Zuri's summer at home in town.
59) C is for city
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English
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Rhyming verses describe different aspects of life in a city, featuring each letter of the alphabet.