Get Ready for School determination and the much-needed help of

and the much-needed help of Camila and Tia Ruby--she slowly starts a journey to learn to appreciate and proudly wear her curly hair

along with the new allies she meets

And he doesn't want to talk about it

this collection of more than twenty poems and prayers selected especially to share with children affirms the wonder and beauty of all things great and small in our world

we are able to make the world a brighter place to be

Get Ready for School determination and the much-needed help ofStudents aren't the only ones who have to prepare for the first day of school. The custodian turns on the lights and sweeps the hallways. Is it time for school? Not yet! The cafeteria workers wash tables and stack lunch trays. Is it time for school? Not yet! Teachers unpack supplies and organize their classrooms. Is it time for school? Almost! The students are on their way, on foot, on bicycles, and in cars and buses. Welcome, everyone! Hardcover