Includes an extensive Note to Parents and Caregivers with guidelines for discussing race and racism with children

" —Publishers Weekly (Starred Review)

where superstition and magic are not strong enough to explain or overcome the natural disasters of flood and famine

Seventh grader Jordan Banks loves nothing more than drawing cartoons about his life

* "A wholeheartedly weird and wonderful taleof friendship

Silent Summer Reading Parties! Greta Caruso Includes an extensive Note toFridays, 6: 30 7: 30pm: June 26, July 24, and or August 21 At the end of a hot summer day, come chill out in our cheerful shop after hours. Arrive, shop our fab books and settle in the AC by 6: 30pm for an hour of silent reading among bookish friends! (Caregivers are expected to be ticketed and stay with any young, quiet readers at this event, which is recommended for ages 7+.) $10, includes a Crooked Stick Pops popsicle and a $5 book coupon