Africa Kids

It's a new day, and Ayaan has woken up on the wrong side of the bed where nothing feels quite right. What if he doesn't know the answer at school? What if he messes up? But as he sets out that morning, all it takes is a few reminders from his mom and some friends in the neighborhood to remind him that a new day is a good day because...he is smart, he is blessed, and he can do anything!

Dream Boldly, Live Fully: Quotes, Reflections & Action Steps to Empower Black Teens: Find Your Voice, Embrace Your Strength, and Create Your Future Step into a world of inspiration with this empowering guide designed just for Black teens. Dream Boldly, Live Fully is more than a book—it's your roadmap to unlocking your greatness. Featuring timeless quotes from legendary Black icons like Maya Angelou, Langston Hughes, and Frederick Douglass, this book connects their wisdom with your journey. Through relatable stories, thought-provoking reflections, and actionable exercises, you'll discover ...

IN THE CITY OF LOS ANGELES, A NEW TYPE OF HERO IS EMERGING, THE GAME IS GOING TO CHANGE FOREVER WITH… Boy ⚡ Power Lawrence McLendon II is an African-American 10-year-old boy who loves basketball. The morning of his birthday party, his dad surprises him with front-row tickets to the Lakers game. One of the staff put him on the list to get something autographed. The only thing is, he has is his favorite shoes on; nevertheless, his favorite star, LeBron James, signs the shoes. THAT NIGHT THE SHOES START TO GLOW ON THE COUNTER… And he passes it as a dream, and when he goes to school, some...

Welcome to a magical and enriching journey! Marvel your little explorer with "The Incredible Adventures of the Crab", a literary work designed to nurture the young reader's imagination and ignite his desire to explore magical worlds. The captivating illustrations will not only catch his attention but also awaken his curiosity, guaranteeing an exciting journey into the fascinating universe of reading. This book is a gateway to a cultural and spiritual universe. You will discover a beautiful story passed down through generations in the Afro-Latin culture. Accompanying each story, you will ...

When a foul-mouthed, philosophizing monkey falls out of a circus truck and into Bobby Smith's ordinary life, everything changes. Juan Pedro deMaria da Silva Junior isn't your typical talking animal. This vest-wearing, curse-spewing former research assistant to the legendary High Mountain Story Uncle has strong opinions about soul-traps (aka junk food), the mind-numbing effects of suburban living, and why Bobby needs way more names than just "Bobby Smith." What starts as an unlikely friendship becomes a journey of awakening as Bobby transforms into Roberto Pedro Smith Vásquez—discovering ...

Kaila Bradley can't take any more bad news. Sascha's been her BFF since Ms. Hazel's first grade class and now Sascha is leaving Stylesboro. Not only is Kaila losing her best friend but the Stingray cheerleaders are losing one of their own. The squad is more than a team, they're like sisters. At least that's what they thought until Trinity stabs them in the back. Now, all the cheerleaders are on the chopping block. Watching the cheerleaders fall apart, Zaria and Alainna joke about the drama. But, it's no laughing matter when they also get caught up in the fighting and choosing sides puts ...

Welcome to a magical and enriching journey! Marvel your little explorer with "The Incredible Adventures of the Elephant", a literary work designed to nurture the young reader's imagination and ignite his desire to explore magical worlds. The captivating illustrations will not only catch his attention but also awaken his curiosity, guaranteeing an exciting journey into the fascinating universe of reading. This book is a gateway to a cultural and spiritual universe. You will discover a beautiful story passed down through generations in the Afro-Latin culture. Accompanying each story, you will...

Thelonius Mitchell is tired of being labeled. He’s in special ed, separated from the “normal” kids at school who don’t have any “issues”. That’s enough to make all the teachers and students look at him and his friends with a constant side-eye. (Although his disruptive antics and pranks have given him a rep, too.) When a gun is found at a neighborhood hangout, Thelonius and his pals become instant suspects. Thelonius may be guilty of pulling crazy stunts at school, but a criminal? T isn’t about to let that label stick.

If not for a stint in reform school, young Louis Armstrong might never have become a musician. It was a teacher at the Colored Waifs' Home who gave him a cornet, promoted him to band leader, and saw talent in the tough kid from the even tougher New Orleans neighborhood called Storyville. But it was Louis Armstrong's own passion and genius that pushed jazz into new and exciting realms with his amazing, improvisational trumpet playing. His 70-year life spanned a critical time in American music as well as black history.

From the rising of the morning sun to the summer flooding of the Nile River, the ancient Egyptians believed powerful gods and goddesses ruled over every aspect of their daily lives. This Egyptian mythology guide takes you on a trip through the sands of time to explore the world of pharaohs and sphinxes - ancient Egypt!

Everyone at Remnant Academy is super excited about the upcoming field trip to the Living Art Museum, except Mary. Mary is chosen to partner with her longtime rival Taylor, as a museum buddy and she is furious! With the girls always fighting, there is no way Mary can survive an entire day with Taylor. Then something happens to the girls during the field trip that could end up being a total disaster. How will Mary and Taylor get out of their museum trouble?

After winning a spot in the Project Fresh Design Challenge, the hottest fashion competition for up and coming designers, it seems like all 14-year old Kaila Bradley’s dreams could come true. After all, she’s the youngest competitor ever and everyone knows she’s got tons of potential. Twin sister Zaria is also on the top of the world chasing her dreams of a State soccer championship. But, things go from bad to worse as Kaila struggles to balance friends, school, and family. And, after the ultimate fashion betrayal tears she and Zaria apart, Kaila loses the one person she thought would ...

You’ve probably heard about Egypt and the amazing pyramids they built, but did you know that there is a lot more to ancient African history than just the Egyptians? They were only a small part of Africa’s amazing history.

Featuring biographies of Thomas Jennings, Elizabeth Jennings & Elizabeth Jennings (who sat down centuries before Rosa Parks did), Alice Ball, Patricia Bath, George Robert Carruthers, George Grant, Lonnie Johnson (nuclear physicist and inventor of the Super Soaker & Nerf Gun), Charles Turner, Anton Wilhelm Amo, the Russian Noble Abram Petrovich Gannibal, Ivan Abramovich Gannibal, Judith Gideon the Queen of Gonder, Kandake (Candace) the Queens of Meroe, and Princess Adoniah of Kush - Black History is so much more than Rosa Parks! A sequel to Black History is More than Martin Luther King and ...

When most people think about the Middle Ages, they think about Europe. Images of knights, jousting, and even Christianity, seem ingrained in our understanding of the medieval era. However, the Middle Ages stretched far beyond Europe, which was struggling to rebuild after the fall of the Roman Empire. Europe may have fumbled along for about a thousand years, but Africa became a powerhouse of trade and wealth.

Learn about African American Women Pioneers in STEM who shaped the world like Dr. Ida Gray, Mary Eliza Mahoney, R.N., Bessie Coleman and many more. A timeline of events and a glossary to help deepen a child's vocabulary and comprehension are included in the back of the book. NOTE: This ebook is the companion guide to the African American Women Pioneers in STEM Activity Book. Links to download FREE printable puzzles are included inside.

In the heart of Gary, Indiana, three adventurous siblings named Leah, Nasir, and Kingston roamed the bustling streets every summer day. Leah, a curious and resourceful girl with a passion for books, led the way. Nasir, her older brother, was a tech-savvy boy with a love for puzzles, while Kingston, the youngest of the trio, was a fearless and imaginative boy who dreamed of becoming a superhero, yet wise enough to know that being a hero doesn’t require powers but selflessness and bravery. After their parents banned electronics for a week. One sunny afternoon, as they explored a seldom-...

Fun Chapter Book Camp Adventures for Girls Social Sara Girl Adventures is a fun chapter book series for girls age 6 to 10. This collection contains the first four stories; Moving!, Island!, Bakers!, and Haters! It is roughly 16,000 words in length.

📚 Jakenya and LaToynia Reading Adventures By Dr. Monique Rodgers ✨ An Imaginative Journey That Inspires a Love for Reading! ✨ Join best friends Jakenya and LaToynia as they embark on an exciting reading adventure that turns the pages of their books into portals to amazing new worlds! In this heartwarming and educational children’s book, Dr. Monique Rodgers introduces young readers to two smart, curious girls who discover that reading isn't just fun—it's magical. From enchanted forests to faraway lands, their imaginations soar with every chapter they open. Perfect for ages 4–9, ...

Africa’s Child is the story of a mixed-race girl growing up in the Usambara Mountains of Tanzania, East Africa. Raised in an orphanage with no knowledge of her origins or family, she endured abandonment, hardships, severe illnesses, and bullying. Her experiences as a child and teenager included physical, emotional, and sexual abuse, social stigma, and racial discrimination. Yet Nhambu tells her inspiring story with warmth and humor.