J. P Miller

Beloved illustrator J. P. Miller’s graphic, colorful farm animals seem to jump right off the page—but they aren’t jumping to help the Little Red Hen plant her wheat! Young children will learn a valuable lesson about teamwork from this funny, favorite folktale.

"In this book, early fluent readers will learn about the history of Juneteenth, including when, where, and who first celebrated Emancipation Day, its meaning, the traditions associated with it, and how African American people around the United States celebrate independence today. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage young readers as they learn more about the history behind this important holiday that freed enslaved people....

Rosetta could sing and play guitar like no one had ever before. From her church's stage to Carnegie Hall, she brought her incredible gift of music to the world. With it, she also helped invent rock and roll!

This book provides young readers with a brief glimpse into the life of African American stock car racing driver, Wendell Scott. A timeline, glossary, index, text-dependent questions, and an extension activity are also provided.

"Major" loved to ride his bike. He raced and did trickes, winning award after award. He became one of the best bicycle racers in the United States in just a few years. What happened to this amazing athlete?

Children learn about one of the most influential African American leaders in history with the biography of Frederick O'Neal. Not only was Frederick O'Neal a leader and pioneer, but he was also a talented actor and entertainer! Follow along to learn more about Frederick's life and the contributions he made to the stage.

This book provides young readers with a brief glimpse into the life of African American astronaut and engineer, Leland Melvin. A timeline, glossary, index, text-dependent questions, and an extension activity are also provided.

Children learn about one of the most influential African American leaders in history with the biography of activist Georgia Gilmore. Georgia Gilmore is not only remembered for her gift for cooking, but also for her selflessness during the Montgomery Bus Boycott. By donating all of her profits from the food she sold, she helped fund one of the most important movements in Civil Rights history.

A harrowing tale of an ad executive and his wife whose social drinking spirals out of control. Their lives and marriage degenerate as their alcoholism progresses. This title has been repackaged.