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DICTIONARY FOR A BETTER WORLD:
POEMS, QUOTES
and ANECDOTES
FROM A to Z
Illustrated by award-winning
Mehrdokht Amini
(by Charles Waters and Irene Latham/
Carolrhoda Books/Lerner)
The power of words is celebrated here in A-Z entries that include poetry, memoir, and action steps to empower, educate, and inspire readers to make the world a better place.
This inspiring resource for middle-grade readers is organized as a dictionary; each entry presents a word related to creating a better world, such as ally, empathy, or respect.
‘Awash in attempts to help cool
our fevered world, we
begin simply with words.’
“Each term in this unconventional dictionary receives a four-part exploration alongside Amini’s eclectically illustrated spreads: a poem, an inspirational quote, a first-person anecdote from the authors, and suggested ‘Try It!’ actions. The approach creates multiple pathways for engagement. Extensive supplementary materials include an index of poetic forms.”
― PW, starred
“A creative and inspirational resource.”
―Kirkus
“…Amini’s rich illustrations, rendered in acrylic, digital painting, collage, and photography, thoughtfully complement each entry. Each poem includes a note about the form used, adding to the collection’s potential as a mentor text for young poets. …VERDICT…this inclusive, thought-provoking anthology offers a number of entry points for exploring concepts and issues related to identity, social justice, and making a difference. Recommended.“
―SLJ
Check out the group’s interview on the Lerner blog:
The Art of DICTIONARY
FOR A BETTER WORLD,
by Danielle Carnito, Trade Art Director
An excerpt:
“Charles: I wanted to reach across the ocean to give Mehrdokht a high-five! What an artist! I’m officially a permanent member for her fan club. She took our words and lifted them to the cosmos with her artistry. This book is so, SO much better because of her. #mehrdokhttheimmortal #aminipower
“Irene: WOW WOW WOW! I was just overwhelmed with how Mehrdokht’s vibrant creativity elevates the text. It still overwhelms me.”
“May this book help fuel our readers to make even one positive choice on their way to making a better world. Every small kindness can reach someone.”
We agree!
Team “pictured” above…
For more about Mehrdokht,
check out her Illustrator Highlight.
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OPERATION FROG EFFECT
by Sarah Scheerger
(Random House; Listening Library)
“A heartfelt novel with complex characters who realize that to promote change in the world, they first have to change how they see each other.”
John David Anderson, author of
MS. BIXBY’S LAST DAY
NOW available in paperback!
“Mrs. Graham is not your typical teacher. First, she makes the students stay in the same seat all year to “build community.” Second, she expects them to change the world. When one of her groups takes that inspiration too far, Mrs. Graham’s class must use what they have learned to make real change in their local community in order to save Mrs. Graham’s job. A wonderful story told in multiple points of view and multiple formats.”
Art by Gina Perry.
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by
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A scrapbook set in Nickelodeon’s AVATAR universe focusing on Uncle Iroh and the Fire Nation.
By the co-author of the debut MG, a rollicking action/comedy for kids,
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(Disney)
Partial Fall 2020
COVER REVEALS
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by Lauren H. Kerstein
illustrated by Nate Wragg
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by Andrea Beaty
illustrated by Dow Phumiruk
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