“Sometimes helping means doing the hardest thing, but it‘s the right thing.“
“Sometimes helping means doing the hardest thing, but it‘s the right thing.“
pickMaddi‘s Fridge is a tender, eye-opening story that teaches children about poverty, compassion, and standing up for others in difficult situations.
Maddi‘s family doesn‘t have enough food, and Sofia notices that Maddi‘s fridge is always empty. Despite her concerns, Sofia promises to keep Maddi‘s secret, but she knows she can‘t stand by without helping.
pickIn just a few words, Fipps makes abundantly clear how it feels to worry about bills, have no where to shower, and no food for money. She also paints a pretty rosy picture of friendship and the generosity of others.
pickLove this book. Bear is hungry. He fishes and manages to catch a polar bear? #ISpyBingoNovember @Clwojick @TheAromaofBooks
pickStart Now! by Chelsea Clinton (2018) is an informative nonfiction book with telltale facts about the world and what humans can do to make a positive impact. This book covers topics such as access to healthy food and clean water, endangered species, preventing sickness, and stopping bullying. This book can help children to understand the world better and give them ways that they can help make the world a better place for all people.
This is a fun nonfiction book filled with facts, stories, and inspirations for how to change the world one step at a time! This would be a great book to read on earth day!
“Clean, safe water means water that doesn't have anything in it that can make us sick.“
This memoir is a brutally honest reflection about the overwhelming emotions of growing up in poverty. Sixth-grader Rex feels incredible shame at the stigma of being in the free lunch program and inability to afford school supplies, on top of trying to shield his little brother from the DV between his stepfather and mother. Ultimately the book ends in a positive note as the family finds help.
Winner of the 2020 YALSA Excellence in Nonfiction award
pickJoe‘s situation goes from bad to worse until he‘s surviving on his own as a kid. The hits just keep coming and all he can do is keep going. Joe‘s description of life coming at you and watching his desperation grow as he fought to keep his living circumstances a secret was so vivid. I won‘t forget about his story anytime soon. 🌪️
