New Release Books by Monica Brown

Inspired by the #1 New York Times bestseller She Persisted by Chelsea Clinton and Alexandra Boiger, a chapter book series about women who spoke up and rose up against the odds--including Diana Taurasi! When Diana Taurasi was a girl, professional women''s basketball didn''t exist in the US. But she worked hard to create opportunities for herself, winning championships throughout college and eventually going on to play for the WNBA with the Phoenix Mercury and winning multiple Olympic gold medals. In this chapter book biography by award-winning author Monica Brown, readers learn about the amazing life of Diana Taurasi--and how she persisted. Complete with an introduction from Chelsea Clinton, black-and-white illustrations throughout, and a list of ways that readers can follow in Diana Taurasi''s footsteps and make a difference! And don’t miss out on the rest of the books in the She Persisted series, featuring so many more women who persisted, including Florence Griffith Joyner, Sonia Sotomayor, and more!

Frida Kahlo and Her Animalitos, written by Monica Brown and illustrated by John Parra, is based on the life of one of the world''s most influential painters, Frida Kahlo, and the animals that inspired her art and life. The fascinating Mexican artist Frida Kahlo is remembered for her self-portraits, her dramatic works featuring bold and vibrant colors. Her work brought attention to Mexican and indigenous culture and she is also renowned for her works celebrating the female form. Pura Belpré Illustrator Honor 2018 ALA Notable Children''s Book 2018 New York Times/New York Public Library Best Illustrated Children''s Book of 2017 Barnes & Noble Best Book of 2017 Smithsonian Top Ten Best Children''s Book of 2017 2018 Bank Street Best Children''s Book of the Year

This acclaimed bilingual children''s book, Spanish/English, is a fun way to introduce simple words and phrases in both languages and is sure to be a welcome resource at home and in schools and libraries. Monica Brown and Rudy Gutierrez team up to deliver what Kirkus called, in a starred review, an "inspiring blend of art and story," about the most famous soccer star in the world, Pelé. This bilingual picture book will inspire, teach, and amaze readers as they learn about the man who revolutionized the sport of soccer. Do you know how a poor boy from Brazil who loved fútbol more than anything else became the biggest soccer star the world has ever known? This is the true story of Pelé, King of Soccer, the first man in the history of the sport to score a thousand goals and become a living legend. Rudy Gutierrez''s dynamic illustrations make award-winning author Monica Brown''s story of this remarkable sports hero come alive!

From activist and viral video star Sarai Gonzalez!

An informative, inspirational picture book biography about twins Julián and Joaquin Castro, who rose from poverty to become leaders for positive change in America. The story of political powerhouse twins Julián and Joaquin Castro began in the small room that they shared with their grandmother Victoriana in San Antonio, Texas. Victoriana crossed the border from Mexico into Texas as a six-year-old orphan, marking the start of the family''s American journey. Her daughter Rosie, Julián and Joaquin''s mom, was an activist who helped the barrio through local government. The strong women in their family inspired the twins to get involved in politics. Julián and Joaquin have been working at the local, state, and national level--as a former presidential candidate, mayor and member of President Obama''s Cabinet, and a U.S. Congressman, respectively--to make the country a better place for everyone. Acclaimed author Monica Brown and illustrator Mirelle Ortega depict the Castros'' political and personal accomplishments in this must-read picture book biography. Also available in a Spanish edition: Pequeña habitación, grandes sueños.

This delightful children''s book captures the lifelong bond between mother and child

Get your productivity higher and your goals reached with this well-documented and unique designed planner. Months of research, having both men and women in mind with family and professional tasks, lead to this planner for more than 6 months of daily&weekly undated planning pages. Weekly & Daily Routine and Goal Setting Time management tips & tricks Habit tracker Notes Appointment book Daily Challenge section Mandala colouring pages This is a gift you can make to yourself in order to have a happier and more efficient life. You can use this to bring creativity in your life and of course adaptability as you will have every little detail in one place - both work and personal life.

A fascinating bilingual picture book biography of Peruvian archaeologist and national icon Julio C. Tello, who unearthed Peru''s ancient cultures and fostered pride in the country''s Indigenous history. Growing up in the late 1800s, Julio Tello, an Indigenous boy, spent time exploring the caves and burial grounds in the foothills of the Peruvian Andes. Nothing scared Julio, not even the ancient human skulls he found. His bravery earned him the boyhood nickname Sharuko, which means brave in Quechua, the language of the Native people of Peru. At the age of twelve, Julio moved to Lima to continue his education. While in medical school, he discovered an article about the skulls he had found. The skulls had long ago been sent to Lima to be studied by scientists. The article renewed Julio''s interest in his ancestry, and he decided to devote his medical skills to the study of Peru''s Indigenous history. Over his lifetime, Julio Tello made many revolutionary discoveries at archaeological sites around Peru, and he worked to preserve the historical treasures he excavated. He showed that Peru''s Indigenous cultures had been established thousands of years ago, disproving the popular belief that Peruvian culture had been introduced more recently from other countries. He fostered pride in his country''s Indigenous ancestry, making him a hero to all Peruvians. Because of the brave man once known as Sharuko, people around the world today know of Peru''s long history and its living cultural legacy.

The third book in the Sarai Gonzalez illustrated chapter book series inspired by the life of viral video sensation and social activist Sarai Gonzalez. They''re cutting funding at Sarai''s school and her band program is the first to go. That is totally not okay with Sarai. She decides to organize a benefit concert to raise money! When she and her bandmates promote the concert on their video channel, it catches the attention of Sarai''s favorite singer, Sparkles Sanchez! Can Sarai save the music?

Monica M. Brown''s, Only One is the no-nonsense guide women need right now to help them climb the corporate ladder from recruit to senior executive positions within major industries around the world. Bringing more than twenty years of experience in corporate America, with positions at instantly recognizable Fortune 500 companies, Monica details her journey from her journalism aspirations to finding her corporate calling. This book is a mindset shift to help women in corporate climates navigate a myriad of potentially problematic scenarios, with sage advice, specific strategies, and proven resolutions. From code-switching to avoiding social media pitfalls, Monica explains what it takes to get to the top of the ladder and stay there. And now she''s trying to bring other women with her. With frankness and candor, Monica offers women in the workplace strategic steps to take control of their career, navigate race and gender biases in corporate America, and successfully climb the rungs to the executive level and beyond, so that she''s not the Only One.

The second book in the Sarai Gonzalez illustrated chapter book series inspired by the life of eleven-year-old viral video sensation and social activist Sarai Gonzalez. When Sarai''s best friend suddenly moves away, Sarai has to navigate school--and the unfriendly girls in the cafeteria--all by herself. When new girl Cristina moves to town, the teacher volunteers Sarai to show her around, but Sarai thinks Cristina is not at all like her. She never wants to play at recess, she''s always got her head in a notebook and she''s so shy! But when Cristina writes Sarai a spoken-word poem for her to recite at the class talent show, Sarai learns that sometimes winning teams are made from unlikely pairs! Inspired by the life of viral video sensation and social activist Sarai Gonzalez with the help of award-winning children''s book author Monica Brown.

The first book in a brand-new illustrated chapter book series inspired by the life of 11-year-old viral video star and social activist Sarai Gonzalez. Sarai Gonzalez is AWESOME. Fourth grader Sarai Gonzalez can do anything. She can bake, dance, and run her own cupcake business. But when Sarai''s grandparents are forced to move, even Sarai''s not sure what to do. So she hatches a super-awesome plan with her younger sisters and cousin to buy back the house. But houses are more expensive than she ever thought, her sisters won''t listen, and she''s running out of time. Will Sarai find a way to save the day?Inspired by the life of viral video sensation and social activist Sarai Gonzalez with the help of award-winning children''s book author Monica Brown.

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Lola Levine is ready to celebrate her favorite holiday in the sixth book in this charming chapter book series by acclaimed author Monica Brown. It''s Halloween--Lola and Ben''s favorite holiday. She loves pumpkins, scary costumes, monsters, and ghosts--and she likes to scare people, too. But when Lola plays a scary joke on her super best friends, Josh Blot and Bella Benitez, it doesn''t go as planned. Can Lola learn from her mistake and still have a happy halloween?

The Levines are jetting off on a family vacation to Peru in the fifth book in this heartwarming chapter book series by acclaimed author Monica Brown. Lola is named after her tía Lola, who lives in Lima, Peru. Lola misses her aunt and dreams of visiting her. After Lola''s dad has a successful art show, Lola''s dream comes true. The Levines are going to Peru! Thousands of miles from home, Lola and Ben discover all the new adventures Lima has to offer. But will Lola and Ben manage to stay out of trouble? With Lola''s and Ben''s wit and talent for mischief, we can expect some international trouble in this adorable chapter book.

The Levines are finally getting a pet--a furry one that is. They are excited about adopting a kitty they name Jelly, but they don''t get very far in the process when Ben starts sneezing. Oh no, he''s allergic! Lola is devastated and sets out to find Jelly a good home. Luckily, Lola is rewarded with a very happy (and still furry) ending! With Lola''s trademark humor, we can expect a few mishaps, many funny moments, and a cute new pet all wrapped in one adorable book.

In Rene''s struggle to understand unsettling family circumstances that suddenly befall her life; she finds herself in a cat and mouse fight with her mother''s fianc� (Calvin), and unfortunately she''s the mouse.Now, Rene is in a fight not only to understand her life but, to stay alive while doing so.

For use in schools and libraries only. Seven-year-old Lola Levine is fierce on the soccer field. She can do a slide tackle (although she''s not supposed to) and even likes gooey worms. Nothing scares Lola! That is, until she is auditioning in front of EVERYONE for her class play. After Lola is overcome with stage fright, she''s cast as Squirrel #2, a non-speaking part! Lola is more than a little disappointed, and she looks to her bubbe for advice and comfort. But on opening night, the curtain rises, and she finds herself smack in the middle of an exasperating turn of events. In this fun and heartfelt chapter book, can Lola give Squirrel #2 her own special stamp and make it a play to remember?

Can you imagine a shipwrecked sailor living on air and seaweed for eight days? Can you imagine a trail of yellow butterflies fluttering their wings to songs of love? Once, there was a little boy named Gabito who could. Gabriel Garcia Marquez is perhaps one of the most brilliant writers of our time. He is a tremendous figure, enormously talented, and unabashedly admired. This is his story, lovingly told, for children to enjoy. Using the imagery from his novels, Monica Brown traces the novelist''s life in this creative nonfiction picture book from his childhood in Colombia to today. This is an inspiring story about an inspiring life, full of imagination and beauty. Translated Text.

Seven-year-old Lola Levine is fierce on the soccer field. She can do a slide tackle (although she''s not supposed to) and even likes gooey worms. Nothing scares Lola! That is, until she is auditioning in front of EVERYONE for her class play. After Lola is overcome with stage fright, she''s cast as Squirrel #2, a non-speaking part! Lola is more than a little disappointed, and she looks to her bubbe for advice and comfort. But on opening night, the curtain rises, and she finds herself smack in the middle of an exasperating turn of events. In this fun and heartfelt chapter book, can Lola give Squirrel #2 her own special stamp and make it a play to remember?

When new classmate Bella, a ballet dancer, walks into Lola''s class at Northland Elementary, all Lola can see is pink everywhere--pink ribbons, a pink sweatshirt, and pink tennis shoes. Yuck! Pink is Lola''s least favorite color. Plus, Ballet isn''t nearly as hard as soccer, is it? Lola and Bella can''t seem to stop squabbling. But when a mishap during class lands them in Principal Blot''s office, Lola''s mom comes up with a scheme--a ballet scheme--that just might make these classroom rivals realize that ballerinas and soccer players have more in common than they ever thought possible. But is it too late for Lola to make a new friend?

Bilingual English/Spanish. Free-spirited Marisol confronts her fear of monsters and unfamiliar nighttime noises.

For use in schools and libraries only. A bilingual picture book biography tells how a poor young boy from Brazil, who loved soccer more than anything else, became the biggest soccer star the world has ever known.

"The story of how Felisa Rincón de Gautier became the first female mayor of San Juan, Puerto Rico"--