Tommy Nelson

This historical novel about a Black orphan girl grappling for a solid place in Civil War–era New York City will inspire tweens to dream big, rise above society''s limitations, and find their way by being a place for others to belong.Against her wishes, Florence finds herself at the Colored Orphan Asylum in New York City, along with her younger sister, Eva. Believing her Mama will come back for her, Florence perseveres. She finds hope and purpose in newfound friends, in the words of female abolitionists and suffragists, in memories of her father''s confidence in her, and in a sunflower patch in the back of the orphanage''s garden. But when the Draft Riots occur, the orphanage is destroyed in a fire, leaving Florence to wonder if the dreams of a colored girl are even worth pursuing.Readers will appreciate Florence''s honesty and struggle with doing the right thing as they cheer her on in discovering what she truly wants and in committing to following the challenging road to her dream.Part of the Own Voices historical series American Stories for Gutsy Girls, this dramatic, heartwarming novel from Kirstie Myvett . . .Transports children into the past and gives them insight into the life of Northern Blacks during slavery with a compelling story full of mystery, mishaps, and meaning;Encourages tweens to be a friend in every circumstance and to bring others with them as they succeed;Shows children that no matter what expectations the world has for them, they can follow their own dreams;Is perfect for fans of Jacqueline Woodson, Kekla Magoon, Lesa Cline-Ransome, and Christopher Paul Curtis; andIncludes black-and-white illustrations.

From Hispanic author Hailey Alcaraz, this historical tale of arson, sleuthing, and finding friendship in unlikely places is based on the real Hotel Adams fire of 1910. It''s up to two Latina girls to turn their knack for being overlooked and underestimated into their greatest strength as they unravel a complex web of suspects, clues, and motives.Ruth and Luisa live very different lives within the dusty desert town of Phoenix. Ruth is the only child of a political official. She spends her days stuffed into scratchy dresses and smiling prettily in the ballrooms of the Hotel Adams. Luisa is a young housekeeper. She looks at the Persian rug and thinks, I also know what it feels like to be walked over, barely noticed, and covered in other people''s dirt. The girls stumble into a partnership when they overhear a plan to set fire to the hotel, a political hot spot for the growing western town. As they race to figure out who is behind the plot--and how to stop them--they must not only overcome what other people expect from them but what they''ve grown to expect from themselves.Part of the Own Voices historical series American Stories for Gutsy Girls Five Days at the Hotel Adams ...Transports children into the past with a compelling story full of secrets, subterfuge, and sisterhood;Encourages tweens to look for friends in unexpected places;Is perfect for fans of Pam Muñoz Ryan and Erin Entrada Kelly; andIncludes black-and-white illustrations.Enjoy this fast-paced adventure story in which two girls race against the clock to stop a crime as they learn that good always comes from trying your best--even if the outcome is the last thing you expected.

Celebrate your child''s arrival with this special board book that can be enjoyed by families formed in different ways, including pregnancy, adoption, and fostering! Every excited parent experiences the desire and the wait that comes before a little one enters their lives, and You''re My Dream Come True offers a sweet opportunity to show your kid how much you love them--and loved them long before your eyes first met. Hoping and waiting for a child, preparing a special place for them, and feeling the tremendous joy that comes with their arrival--these moments are experienced by families everywhere, no matter how they came to be. Share these memories and special moments with your child as you read the touching message of You''re My Dream Come True.Written in rhyme and wrapped in a brand-new cover that highlights the parent-child bond, this board bookis for ages 0 to 4;features adorable animals enjoying the special way God brought them together as a family;includes various parent and child animal groupings--those of similar colors, different colors, and different species--which helps different types of families see themselves within these pages; andis a great purchase for baby showers, Mother''s Day, adoption parties, or for anyone expecting a child''s arrival.Your child will love snuggling up in the security of your arms to hear how they were loved and prayed for even before they were born.

Do your children know they are the boss of their thoughts? New York Times bestselling author Jennie Allen will help your kids realize that they don’t have to hang on to every scary, anxious, or mean thought that enters their heads (no matter how it gets there). Based on biblical advice to take thoughts captive, this picture book makes managing thoughts achievable and fun for kids.As a mother of four and bestselling author of Get Out of Your Head, Jennie Allen knows what it’s like to swirl in a spiral of thoughts, but she also knows we don’t have to stay stuck in toxic thinking patterns—and she wants to pass on this liberating truth to the next generation.A great gift for teachers, caregivers, or back-to-school celebrations, What to Do with Your Whirly, Swirly Thoughts is a wonderful tool to teach your children thatGod created them and their amazing brains with a plan and a purpose, and He wants to help them use their thoughts and brains for good;God has given them power over their thoughts; andeven if they’ve been stuck in a swirl of anxious, scary thoughts, they don’t have to stay there!With whimsical illustrations from Nadia Gunawan and a beautifully decorated cover, this picture book addresses one of the most foundational skills for a happy, healthy life. Surround your children with your love and with tools to combat anxiety and negative thinking.

Crack up at more than 800 funny jokes for kids about animals, pets, dinosaurs, birds, and bugs. Your friends and family will laugh out loud at these hilarious questions and answers, knock-knock jokes, riddles, tongue twisters, limericks, and puns. Why are ducks good at math? Because they have their own QUACKulators! You Quack Me Up featuresover 800 clean, family-friendly jokes;jokes centered on one of kids’ favorite topics: animals;a variety of joke formats;silly illustrations that add even more giggles; andquick and easy tips to teach kids how to write their own jokes.This hilarious joke book for children is perfect for5-to-11-year-olds;travel entertainment in the car, on a plane, and on family road trips;an easy white elephant gift, stocking stuffer, or birthday present;homeschool and classroom writing units; andimproving reading, critical thinking, and writing skills.