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The Ramadan Drummer
“It all begins one unforgettable night during Ramadan when Adam awakens to a resounding BANG! BANG! BANG! It’s the melodious call of the Ramadan Drummer, whose mission is to rouse the neighborhood for their pre-dawn meal before the day’s fast. As Adam ventures through the dimly lit streets alongside the drummer, he discovers that every act of kindness during Ramadan is a blessing multiplied tenfold. “The Ramadan Drummer” is a window into the rich tradition of the Ramadan Drummer, a beloved figure who once strolled the Middle Eastern streets before dawn, ensuring everyone was awake for their pre-fast meal. His dedication was a source of joy for children, and people expressed their gratitude with food and gifts, keeping this beautiful tradition alive.” — publisher
The Rez Doctor
“Ryan Fox dreams of becoming a doctor. But when university takes him away from the support of his family and Siksikaitsitapi community, his grades start to slip, his bills pile up, and getting into med school feels impossible. And now his beloved uncle is in jail. Can Ryan regain his footing to walk the path he saw so clearly as a young boy? Young Ryan Fox gets good grades, but he’s not sure what he wants to be when he grows up. It isn’t until he meets a Blackfoot doctor during a school assembly that he starts to dream big. However, becoming a doctor isn’t easy. University takes Ryan away from his family and the Siksikaitsitapi community, and without their support, he begins to struggle. Faced with more stress than he’s ever experienced, he turns to partying. Distracted from his responsibilities, his grades start to slip. His bills pile up. Getting into med school feels impossible. And now his beloved uncle is in jail. Can Ryan regain his footing to walk the path he saw so clearly as a boy? This inspiring graphic novel for young adults is based on a true story.” — publisher
Chinese Menu: The History, Myths, and Legends Behind Your Favorite Foods
“Do you know the stories behind delectable dishes—like the fun connection between scallion pancakes and pizza? Or how dumplings cured a village’s frostbitten ears? Or how wonton soup tells about the creation of the world? Separated into courses like a Chinese menu, these tales—based in real history and folklore—are filled with squabbling dragons, magical fruits, and hungry monks. This book will bring you to far-off times and marvelous places, all while making your mouth water. And, along the way, you might just discover a deeper understanding of the resilience and triumph behind this food, and what makes it undeniably American.” — publisher
Nigeria Jones
“Warrior Princess. That’s what Nigeria Jones’s father calls her. He has raised her as part of the Movement, a Black separatist group based in Philadelphia. Nigeria is homeschooled and vegan and participates in traditional rituals to connect her and other kids from the group to their ancestors. But when her mother—the perfect matriarch of their Movement—disappears, Nigeria’s world is upended. She finds herself taking care of her baby brother and stepping into a role she doesn’t want. Nigeria’s mother had secrets. She wished for a different life for her children, which includes sending her daughter to a private Quaker school outside of their strict group. Despite her father’s disapproval, Nigeria attends the school with her cousin, Kamau, and Sage, who used to be a friend. There, she begins to flourish and expand her universe. As Nigeria searches for her mother, she starts to uncover a shocking truth. One that will lead her to question everything she thought she knew about her life and her family.” — publisher
The Lucky Red Envelope
“Get ready for Lunar New Year, following a little girl and her family as they get ready for and celebrate the Lunar New Year festival.” — publisher
You Are Sacred
“Anishinaabe teachings share that all children are Sacred. Still new to this world, they are close to the Spirit world and deeply connected to Mother Earth. Rooted in this belief, You Are Sacred is a lyrical story that encourages the spiritual wellness of young learners. Each page is a reminder that we are all relations and can find solace in the plants and animals, land and sky, and Ancestors around us.” — publisher
Native American Stories for Kids
“Native Americans have a long tradition of storytelling. Now, you can easily introduce your children to these rich cultures with a compilation of powerful tales from multiple tribes like the Cheyenne and the Lenape.” — publisher
