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Reach for the Skai: How to Inspire, Empower, and Clapback
by Skai JacksonActress and activist Skai Jackson shares her lessons on life and her rise to stardom in this vibrant memoir about self-acceptance, girl empowerment, and the classy clapback.Actress and activist Skai Jackson is a star! Her rise to fame started on the popular Disney Channel shows Bunk'd and Jessie. Her cool sense of style led her to create her own fashion line. And her success has made her a major influencer, with millions of followers on Instagram, who isn't afraid to stand up for what she believes in.But being a teen celebrity isn't always glamorous. For the first time, Skai discusses the negative experiences that sometimes come with living in the spotlight--the insecurities about her appearance, the challenges of separating her real personality from her TV roles, and the bullying she's faced both personally and professionally. She knows firsthand the struggles tweens and teens face today, and she has found her calling as an antibullying activist, known as the queen of the classy clapback.Skai is a positive force and a role model for inspiring change and embracing differences in others. Her story will encourage girls and boys alike to believe in themselves and to have the courage to reach for the sky and follow their dreams.
Caminar
by Skila Brown<p>Set in 1981 Guatemala, a lyrical debut novel tells the powerful tale of a boy who must decide what it means to be a man during a time of war. <p>Carlos knows that when the soldiers arrive with warnings about the Communist rebels, it is time to be a man and defend the village, keep everyone safe. But Mama tells him not yet -- he's still her quiet moonfaced boy. The soldiers laugh at the villagers, and before they move on, a neighbor is found dangling from a tree, a sign on his neck: Communist. Mama tells Carlos to run and hide, then try to find her. . . . Numb and alone, he must join a band of guerillas as they trek to the top of the mountain where Carlos's abuela lives. Will he be in time, and brave enough, to warn them about the soldiers? What will he do then? A novel in verse inspired by actual events during Guatemala's civil war, Caminar is the moving story of a boy who loses nearly everything before discovering who he really is.</p>
To Stay Alive: Mary Ann Graves And The Tragic Journey Of The Donner Party
by Skila BrownTold in riveting, keenly observed poetry, a moving first-person narrative as experienced by a young survivor of the tragic Donner Party of 1846.<P><P> The journey west by wagon train promises to be long and arduous for nineteen-year-old Mary Ann Graves and her parents and eight siblings. Yet she is hopeful about their new life in California: freedom from the demands of family, maybe some romance, better opportunities for all. But when winter comes early to the Sierra Nevada and their group gets a late start, the Graves family, traveling alongside the Donner and Reed parties, must endure one of the most harrowing and storied journeys in American history. Amid the pain of loss and the constant threat of death from starvation or cold, Mary Ann’s is a narrative, told beautifully in verse, of a girl learning what it means to be part of a family, to make sacrifices for those we love, and above all to persevere.
Sky's the Limit: Words of Wisdom from a Young Champion
by Sky BrownFind the courage to dream big with words of wisdom from 13-year-old professional skateboarder and 2020 Olympic bronze medalist Sky Brown!When it comes to pushing the limits and breaking the mold, Sky Brown is a pro. A skateboarder, surfer, and Olympic athlete, she became Team Great Britain's youngest ever medalist after winning the bronze in 2021. And as one of the first-ever winners of Dancing with the Stars: Juniors, she knows what it means to take risks and never back down from a challenge. This collection of inspirational quotes from Sky--accompanied by photographs of the rising star--is the perfect gift for anyone who dares to dream. Sky believes that you can do anything if you set your mind to it. Just remember her motto: Be brave, be strong, have fun, and do it because you love it!
Belly Laugh Beach Jokes for Pirates and Mermaids: 350 Hilarious Jokes!
by Sky Pony PressA hilarious collection of 350 hysterical beach jokes for kids (and pirates and mermaids!), complete with hysterical illustrations and a laugh noise button! What's a mermaid's favorite letter? The C! What's a pirate's least favorite letter? RRRRR!Belly Laugh Beach Jokes for Pirates and Mermaids is full of hilarious fun for anyone who loves the beach! From snappy one-liners to hilarious puns, this collection is complete with 350 of the best jokes for ocean-loving kids and is complemented by sidesplitting line drawings. Perfect for long car rides, rainy days on vacation, and hanging out with friends on the shore, this book is sure to bring laughter and fun into your home!
Belly Laugh Brilliant Jokes for Smart Kids: 350 Genius Jokes!
by Sky Pony PressA hilarious collection of 350 uniquely clever jokes for smart kids, complete with hysterical illustrations and a laugh noise button! What did the wall say to the perpendicular wall? Meet you at the corner!What snack do computers like? Microchips! I love the way the Earth rotates . . . it really makes my day!Belly Laugh Brilliant Jokes for Smart Kids is full of hilarious fun for bright kids! From snappy puns to brilliant one-liners to fun wordplay, this collection is complete with 350 of the smartest jokes for kids and is complemented by sidesplitting line drawings. Perfect for long car rides, rainy days, and hanging out with friends, this book is sure to bring laughter and fun (and some knowledge!) into your home. For kids ages five and up, this book is ideal for home, school, or really anywhere!
Belly Laugh Funniest, Grossest Jokes for Kids: 350 Hilarious Jokes!
by Sky Pony PressA hilarious collection of 350 unique gross jokes, complete with hysterical illustrations and a laugh noise button! How do you make a tissue dance? Put a little boogie in it! What did one toilet say to the other toilet? You look a bit flushed! Belly Laugh Funniest, Grossest Jokes for Kids is full of hilarious and disgusting fun! From snappy one-liners to hilarious puns, this collection is complete with 350 jokes for kids and is complemented by sidesplitting line drawings. Perfect for long car rides, rainy days, and hanging out with friends, this book is sure to bring laughter and fun into your home. For kids ages five and up, this book is perfect for home, school, or really anywhere! Also included is a laughing-sound button for added entertainment!
Belly Laugh Hilarious School's Out for Summer Jokes for Kids: 350 Hilarious Summer Jokes!
by Sky Pony PressA hilarious collection of 350 unique jokes for school-free summertime fun, complete with hysterical illustrations and a laugh noise button! Q: During the summer, when do you go at red and stop at green? A: When you’re eating a slice of watermelon! Q: What did the beach say to the people who came back for the summer? A: Long time no sea! Belly Laugh Hilarious School’s Out Summer Jokes for Kids is full of hilarious summertime fun! From snappy one-liners to uproarious puns, this collection is complete with 350 jokes for kids and is complemented by sidesplitting line drawings. Perfect for long car rides, rainy days, and hanging out with friends, this book is sure to bring laughter and fun into your home. For kids ages five and up, this book is ideal for home, school, or really anywhere! Also included is a laughing-sound button for added entertainment!
Belly Laugh Hysterical Schoolyard Riddles and Puns for Kids: 350 Hilarious Riddles and Puns!
by Sky Pony PressA hilarious collection of 350 unique riddles and puns for smart back-to-school fun, complete with hysterical illustrations and a laugh noise button! Q: Why did the music teacher need a ladder? A: To reach the high notes! Q: What object is king of the classroom? A: The ruler! Belly Laugh Hysterical Schoolyard Riddles and Puns for Kids is full of hilarious back-to-school fun! From snappy puns to clever riddles, this collection is complete with 350 jokes for kids and is complemented by sidesplitting line drawings. Perfect for long car rides, rainy days, and hanging out with friends, this book is sure to bring laughter and fun into your home. For kids ages five and up, this book is ideal for home, school, or really anywhere! Also included is a laughing-sound button for added entertainment!
Belly Laugh Sidesplitting Santa Claus and Christmas Jokes for Kids: 350 Hilarious Christmas Jokes!
by Sky Pony PressWhy does Santa take presents to children at Christmas? The presents won't take themselves! Why is it so cold at Christmas? Because it's in Decembrrrr! What comes at the end of Christmas day? The letter "Y!" What looks like half a Christmas tree? The other half! Belly Laugh Sidesplitting Santa Claus and Christmas Jokes for Kids is full of hilarious holiday fun! From snappy one-liners to hilarious puns, this collection is complete with 350 jokes for kids and is complemented by sidesplitting line drawings and an uproarious "HO HO HO!" sound-effect button. Perfect for snowy days, long car rides to visit relatives, and get-togethers with friends, this book is sure to bring jolly laughter and Christmas fun into your home.
Belly Laugh Totally Terrific Tongue Twisters for Kids: 350 Terribly Tangled Tongue Twisters! (Belly Laughs Ser.)
by Sky Pony PressOne-one was a racehorse. Two-two was one too. One-one won one race. Two-two won one too. How much wood would a groundhog chuck if a groundhog could chuck wood? The instinct of an extinct insect stinks!Belly Laugh Totally Terrific Tongue Twisters for Kids is full of hilarious tongue-twisting fun! From snappy one-liners to hilarious stories and jokes, this collection is complemented by sidesplitting line drawings and an uproarious tongue-tied babbling sound-effect button. Perfect for rainy spring days, long car rides to visit relatives, and get-togethers with friends, this book is sure to bring silly laughter and comical wordplay fun into your home.
The Boy with the Hidden Name
by Skylar DorsetThis is not your average trip to Fairyland. . . Selkie Stewart has just saved her quasi-boyfriend, Ben, from a fairy prison run by the Seelie Court. If they weren't the two most-wanted individuals in the Otherworld before, they definitely are now. Along with Ben and the rest of their ragtag group of allies-Selkie's ogre aunts; a wizard named Will; Ben's cousin Safford; and Kelsey, Selkie's best friend-Selkie is ready to embrace her destiny and bring the Court down. Until she hears the rest of her prophecy: Benedict le Fay will betray you, and then he will die.
The Girl Who Kissed a Lie
by Skylar Dorset"Romantic, suspenseful and witty all at once -- ALICE IN WONDERLAND meets NEVERWHERE." - Claudia Gray, New York Times bestselling author of the Evernight series on The Girl Who Never WasDon't miss this enchanting prequel to the exciting summer debut of The Girl Who Never Was. Before the enchantment breaks, Selkie thinks she's just an average teenage girl...It's the beginning of summer vacation, and everyone at Selkie Stewart's Boston high school is excited. Except for Selkie, who sees herself standing at the edge of an abyss of Nothing To Do. Selkie doesn't want to spend her summer scouring the kitchen for gnomes with her crazy aunts or mooning over the enigmatic boy on Boston Common. So instead Selkie goes in search of a job. What she finds is a new best friend, a cute boy who might be more than he seems, and even more question about her mother and her past -- and a sense that Selkie's adventures are just beginning.