Fast Enough: Bessie Stringfield's First Ride

Fast Enough: Bessie Stringfield's First Ride"A playful introduction to Bessies exciting, triumphant, and unforgettable story." Kirkus Have you ever been told that youre not enough? That youre not strong enough, tall enough, fast enough? Bessie was told she was not enough. Bessie dreams of riding her bike with the boys after school, but they tell her she is not fast enough. When she finally gets a chance to race, she proves not only that she is fast enough, but she is faster. Fast Enough

A landmark collection: the first anthology of short fiction by Afghan women that are "powerful

this picture book from Kahran and Regis Bethencourt reimagines powerful moments from Black history through the eyes of the youngest readers

illustrated by Theodore Taylor III

and ghost pirates

this book in the Big Bright Feelings series is the perfect starting point for helping children learn the importance of honesty

fiercely determined to make a better life for himself and is resolute about showing others the way

and make friends with your body

and all the other barnyard animals

it includes prompts for mindfulness and affirmations to build emotional intelligence: "I am grateful because I am loved

Access to schools

Ansley finds comfort in things she loves—family

her grandson makes his own contribution