Go on a journey with one little girl as she discovers that the world around her is filled with colorful things. This book provides an opportunity for you and your child to spend some quality time together while learning. The young reader will be engaged and quickly learn to recognize basic colors as he or she participates in the coloring activity.
The Color of the Land brings the histories of Creek Indians, African Americans, and whites in Oklahoma together into one story that explores the way races and nations were made and remade in conflicts over who would own land, who would farm it, and who would rule it. This story disrupts expected narratives of the American past, revealing how identities--race, nation, and class--took new forms in struggles over the creation of different systems of property. Conflicts were unleashed by a series of sweeping changes: the forced "removal" of the Creeks from their homeland to Oklahoma in the 1830s, the transformation of the Creeks' enslaved black population into landed black Creek citizens after the Civil War, the imposition of statehood and private landownership at the turn of the twentieth century, and the entrenchment of a sharecropping economy and white supremacy in the following decades. In struggles over land, wealth, and power, Oklahomans actively defined and redefined what it meant to be Native American, African American, or white. By telling this story, David Chang contributes to the history of racial construction and nationalism as well as to southern, western, and Native American history.
The Fight of the Crayons (thefightofthecrayons.com) is a tender tale with a peaceful resolution. This timeless message is of love and acceptance for children of all different colors, sizes, and shapes. Parents will love it too! The book also gives the reader an opportunity to be creative, but you don't need to be an artist to enjoy this interactive coloring book!
"Dorothy's Mystical Adventures in Oz" by Robert J. Evans takes readers on an enchanting journey into the magical land of Oz alongside the beloved character Dorothy Gale. In this imaginative tale, Dorothy embarks on a series of mystical adventures that delve deep into the fantastical realm and introduce readers to new and intriguing facets of Oz. The story begins as Dorothy receives an invitation to return to the land of Oz, where she had previously experienced her well-known adventures. However, this time, the journey promises to be different and even more enchanting. As Dorothy reunites with her friends—the Scarecrow, the Tin Woodman, and the Cowardly Lion—she discovers that Oz is undergoing a series of mystical and puzzling occurrences that require her unique insight and courage to unravel. Throughout the narrative, Dorothy encounters a host of new characters and magical beings, each with their own mysteries and challenges. From enchanted forests to hidden realms, the story unfolds as a tapestry of wonder and discovery. As Dorothy and her friends work together to solve the enigmas of Oz, they demonstrate the power of friendship, resourcefulness, and determination. "Dorothy's Mystical Adventures in Oz" captivates readers with its whimsical and intricate world-building. Author Robert J. Evans pays homage to L. Frank Baum's original Oz series while adding his own imaginative twists and turns. The book is filled with captivating descriptions, vivid landscapes, and imaginative creatures that breathe life into the fantastical realm. At its core, the novel explores themes of bravery, curiosity, and the exploration of the unknown. As Dorothy navigates through the mystical adventures, she learns valuable lessons about herself and the world around her. Her interactions with the inhabitants of Oz reflect the importance of empathy, open-mindedness, and understanding. Evans' storytelling is engaging and immersive, inviting readers of all ages to join Dorothy on her extraordinary journey. "Dorothy's Mystical Adventures in Oz" is a delightful continuation of the Oz legacy, offering a fresh perspective and new layers of magic to the beloved land. With its engaging characters, imaginative landscapes, and thought-provoking themes, this novel is a must-read for fans of fantasy and adventure.
“American history comes to vivid, engaging life in this tale of two interconnected families (one white, one black) that spans from the 1950s to Barack Obama’s first year as president. . . . The complex, beautifully drawn characters are unique and indelible.”—Entertainment Weekly “An astoundingly audacious debut.”—O: The Oprah Magazine • “A gorgeous generational saga.”—New York Post NAMED ONE OF THE BEST BOOKS OF THE YEAR BY ESQUIRE • FINALIST FOR THE PEN/HEMINGWAY AWARD FOR DEBUT NOVEL Meet James Samuel Vincent, an affluent Manhattan attorney who shirks his modest Irish American background but hews to his father’s meandering ways. James muddles through a topsy-turvy relationship with his son, Rufus, which is further complicated when Rufus marries Claudia Christie. Claudia’s mother—Agnes Miller Christie—is a beautiful African American woman who survives a chance encounter on a Georgia road that propels her into a new life in the Bronx. Soon after, her husband, Eddie Christie, is called to duty on an air craft carrier in Vietnam, where Tom Stoppard’s play “Rosencrantz and Guildenstern Are Dead” becomes Eddie’s life anchor, as he grapples with mounting racial tensions on the ship and counts the days until he will see Agnes again. These unforgettable characters’ lives intersect with a cast of lovers and friends—the unapologetic black lesbian who finds her groove in 1970s Berlin; a moving man stranded in Portsmouth, New Hampshire, during a Thanksgiving storm; two half-brothers who meet as adults in a crayon factory; and a Coney Island waitress whose Prince Charming is too good to be true. With piercing humor, exacting dialogue, and a beautiful sense of place, Regina Porter’s debut is both an intimate family portrait and a sweeping exploration of what it means to be American today. Praise for The Travelers “[A] kaleidoscopic début . . . Porter deftly skips back and forth through the decades, sometimes summarizing a life in a few paragraphs, sometimes spending pages on one conversation. As one character observes, ‘We move in circles in this life.’” —The New Yorker “Porter’s electric debut is a sprawling saga that follows two interconnected American families. . . . Readers will certainly be drawn in by Porter’s sharp writing and kept hooked by the black-and-white photographs interspersed throughout the book, which give faces to the evocative voices.”—Booklist
Celebrate the heart of the home! Thirty-one beautifully detailed illustrations include vintage and modern kitchen scenes, highlighted by quaint crockery, shabby chic furnishings, pretty table settings, window herb gardens, mouthwatering baked goods, and more.
