Maureen and Francine Carter are twins and best friends. They participate in the same clubs, enjoy the same foods, and are partners on all their school projects. But just before the girls start sixth grade, Francine becomes Fran — a girl who wants to join the chorus, run for class president, and dress...

2) My mommy medicine

Author

Danticat, Edwidge

Publisher

Roaring Brook Press

Pub. Date

2019.

Language

English

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"When a child wakes up feeling sick, she is treated to a good dose of Mommy Medicine. Her remedy includes a yummy cup of hot chocolate; a cozy, bubble-filled bath time; and unlimited snuggles and cuddles. Mommy Medicine can heal all woes and make any day the BEST day!"--Jacket flap.

3) Kid-ventors: 35 real kids and their amazing inventions

Author

Pew, Kailei

Publisher

Feiwel and Friends

Pub. Date

[2024]

Language

English

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"From Popsicles and swim fins to robots and glitter shooting prosthetics, this middle grade nonfiction debut is full of fun and inspiring stories about real kid inventors and some of their most amazing inventions"--

4) Holding her own: the exceptional life of Jackie Ormes

Author

Todd, Traci N

Publisher

Orchard Books, an imprint of Scholastic Inc

Pub. Date

2023.

Language

English

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"When Jackie Ormes sees an opportunity, she takes it. She's a journalist, cartoonist, fashionista, philanthropist, and activist -- and she wants to use her artistry to bring joy and hope to Black people everywhere. But in post-World War II America, Black people are still being denied their civil rights, and Jackie has a dilemma: How can her art remain true to her signature Jackie joy, while also staying honest about the inequalities Black people have...