Virginia Hamilton

Leo Dillon

Diane Dillon

Retells African American folktales of animals, fantasy, the supernatural, and desire for freedom, born of the sorrow of the slaves, but passed on in hope.

American Black Folktales

The People Could Fly

Langston Hughes

Cheryl Willis Hudson

Kristy Dempsey

Matt de la Peña

Michèle Dufresne

Kathleen York

Erin Duvall

Charles R. Smith (Jr.)

"Connections uses vibrant photos and minimal text in specially selected books to create conversation among caregivers and those in the moderate to severe stages of Alzheimer's/dementia. This experience can help create special moments and memories for the caregiver as well as calming and reducing stress for the individual in care." --

People

Ray Bradbury

When a magical little girl named Dark shows a frightened little boy the power of "switching on the night", his fears quickly fade away as he views the beauty of the stars and moon against the dark night sky. Reprint.

Switch on the Night

In text and pictures, this book tells us how much better the world would be, if kids were allowed to run the world.

If Kids Ran the World

Visiones peligrosas II

Nancy Willard

Sylvia, the new apprentice to the great magician Tottibo, steals one of his spells to complete an impossible task and accidentally creates chaos.

The Sorcerer's Apprentice

In illustrations and rhyme describes the dancing of Bill "Bojangles" Robinson, one of the most famous tap dancers of all time.

Here's Bojangles Think of That!

Rap a Tap Tap

Michael Patrick Hearn

Determined to transform his porcelain cat into a real one to rid his home of an infestation of rats, an ancient sorcerer sends his apprentice, Nickon, on a hunt for the missing ingredient for his spell.

The Porcelain Cat

Two-time Caldecott Medalists Leo and Diane Dillon celebrate the love we feel for our children in this touching, multi-generational story about the lasting power of family.

Love and the Rocking Chair

Combining bright colors and musical patterns with rhythmic text, this toe-tapping, finger-snapping picture book pays tribute to such jazz greats as Miles Davis, Charlie Parker, and John Coltrane. 50,000 first printing.

Leo Dillon

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