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Change takes courage. Introduce your young activist to America’s most influential protesters in this lushly illustrated picture book. Stand beside contemporary groundbreakers like Colin Kaepernick and transgender teen Jazz Jennings, and march in the footsteps of historical revolutionaries such as Harriet Tubman and Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. This moving text opens with a foreword from a Parkland shooting survivor and is perfect for those not quite ready for Little Leaders and She Persisted. America has been molded and shaped by those who have taken a stand and said they have had enough.

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The eighth biography in this New York Times bestselling series features one of America’s greatest civil rights heroes, Martin Luther King, Jr. (Cover may vary) As a child, Martin Luther King, Jr. was shocked by the terrible and unfair way African American people were treated. When he grew up, he decided to do something about it—peacefully, with powerful words. He helped gather people together for nonviolent protests and marches, and he always spoke up about loving other human beings and doing what’s right.

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From NYT bestselling author Tracey Baptiste comes a singular picture book that is both a biography about Claudette Colvin, the teen whose activism launched the Montgomery bus boycott, and a celebration of collective action. When fifteen-year-old Claudette Colvin boarded a segregated bus on March 2, 1955, she had no idea she was about to make history.

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Inspired by the recent wave of activism led by young people fighting for racial justice, civil rights icon Ruby Bridges–who, at the age of six, was the first black child to integrate an all-white elementary school in New Orleans–shares her story and offers a powerful call to action with this elegant gift book.

by The Curious Bear Toy & Book Shop · Tacoma, WA

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Civil Rights leader Rosa Parks is the 3rd hero in in the New York Times bestselling picture book biography series for ages 5 to 8. (Cover may vary) Each picture book in this series is a biography of a significant historical figure, told in a simple, conversational, vivacious way, and always focusing on a character trait that made the person heroic. The heros are depicted as children throughout, telling their life stories in first-person present tense, which keeps the books playful and accessible to young children.

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A New York Times bestseller! Featured in its own episode in the Netflix original show Bookmarks: Celebrating Black Voices ! Recipient of a Coretta Scott King Illustrator Honor Award Recipient of an NAACP Image Award for Outstanding Children’s Literary Work From Academy Award–winning actress Lupita Nyong’o comes a powerful, moving picture book about colorism, self-esteem, and learning that true beauty comes from within. Sulwe has skin the color of midnight. She is darker than everyone in her family. She is darker than anyone in her school.

by The Curious Bear Toy & Book Shop · Tacoma, WA

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From the Dalai Lama to Harvey Milk, Ruth Bader Ginsburg to Martin Luther King Jr., Liberty Legends Alphabet marches through history in search of those who fought for their freedoms and others’, and changed the world for good. Boldly illustrated, this book is sure to inspire your little legend to stand up and make a difference. Premium finish hardcover book - 56 pages case bound Packaged in a beautifully designed and re-enforced bookwrap The perfect size at "8.2 x…

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The littlest readers can learn about Rosa Parks in this board book version of the New York Times bestselling Ordinary People Change the World biography. This friendly, fun biography series focuses on the traits that made our heroes great–the traits that kids can aspire to in order to live heroically themselves. In this new board book format, the very youngest readers can learn about one of America’s icons in the series’s signature lively, conversational way.

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The littlest readers can learn about Martin Luther King, Jr., in this board book version of the New York Times bestselling Ordinary People Change the World biography. This friendly, fun biography series focuses on the traits that made our heroes great—the traits that kids can aspire to in order to live heroically themselves. In this new board book format, the very youngest readers can learn about one of America’s icons in the series’s signature lively, conversational way.

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I Am Enough is the picture book everyone needs, and it's now a New York Times bestseller! This is a gorgeous, lyrical ode to loving who you are, respecting others, and being kind to one another—from Empire actor and activist Grace Byers and talented newcomer artist Keturah A. Bobo. This is the perfect gift for mothers and daughters, baby showers, and graduation. We are all here for a purpose. We are more than enough. We just need to believe it.

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Brew up a cauldron of sweet, magical potions that you can actually drink. Follow the illustrated story of two young wizards-in-training, Randolph and Zelinda, as they mix up a series of magic potions and discover real scientific phenomena in the process! Make five different potions including a fizzing citrus elixir, strawberry “frog’s eggs,” a color-changing “transmogrification” potion, a slimy chia seed drink, and an “anti-gravity” tonic.

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Olivia the plush Ostrich is one glamorous gal! With her slender legs and luxuriously long lashes, this chick is set to rule the fashion runway! Created with ultra soft specialty fabrics chosen to mimic the appearance of bird feathers, Olivia is an absolute delight to behold. Though as beautiful as this plush ostrich may be, she is certainly not vain! When she’s not busy strutting her stuff, this soft stuffed animal is a friend who’ll happily cozy up for hugs. Perfect for imaginative play or display her for a super conversation piece.

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Parade Organics' cotton zipper rompers are designed for ultimate comfort and easier changes. Fitted style is comfy and cuddly and ankle cuffs can be rolled up and down to adjust as baby grows. This style always gets the rave reviews from parents! Discover an easier way to dress your baby - their '2-way' double zippers allow for quick changes and cuddly comfort - zip down from the top for dressing, zip up from the bottom for changes, without exposing babies' tummy, and no pulling over the head. Always made with the very best GOTS certified organic cotton in exclusive Parade designs.

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Posie the Mini Soft Possum wants to be your friend! Posie radiates a sense of warmth and curiosity – She wants to know all about you. Despite possum’s reputation for being somewhat mysterious, scurrying around under the cover of night, possums are incredibly gentle and harmless, and Posie is no exception! This super soft little possum plush toy is the perfect embodiment of cuteness, with her fluffy fur, adorable ears, and curly tail.

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RAMONA THE RADISH is a vegetable-shaped baby toy perfect for teething, sensory play, and bath time - all the while introducing them to a healthy lifestyle at an early age! Safe for kids, worry-free play! And great for Easter baskets! DESCRIPTION No Holes = No Mold Made with 100% natural rubber from Malaysian Hevea trees Soft, easy to grasp and safe to chew. Stimulates the baby's senses and soothes teething gums. Hand painted with safe, natural food graded dyes. Safe for kids, non-toxic. Certified by Bureau Veritas. PVC, BPA, Phthalates and Nitrosamines free. Highly hygienic.

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Sleeping Beauty gets a feisty, furry twist in this hilarious new comic series from the creator of Dragonbreath Harriet Hamsterbone is not your typical princess. She may be quite stunning in the rodent realm (you’ll have to trust her on this one), but she is not so great at trailing around the palace looking ethereal or sighing a lot. She finds the royal life rather . . . dull. One day, though, Harriet’s parents tell her of the curse that a rat placed on her at birth, dooming her to prick her finger on a hamster wheel when she’s twelve and fall into a deep sleep.

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Spinney was created in deepest New Jersey, in the basement of a turn of the century Arts and Crafts house. Essentially, Spinney is Critter’s baby; it has a bigger key, bigger booties, and very short legs. The big surprise was, by reducing the size of the legs, and giving Spinney a bit more weight on top it behaved more like a kid, more energetically, while Critter, by comparison has a more adult attitude when we put them in action side by side.

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Sized larger than life, Hammie the Soft Hamster stuffed animal will bring delight to fans of these captivating little pets! White and tan plush materials depict the familiar markings of the beloved Golden Hamster breed, while Hammie’s large, dark eyes will steal away with your heart. His lifelike design features an engaging, upright pose with adorable, pink hands and feet. Stitched details create his nose and mouth, while velvety soft ears complete his realistic appearance.

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This edition of Ana Banana in Pop Art style is perfect for introducing kids to the world of art and creativity. Made from 100% natural rubber and hand-painted with natural pigments. Ideal as a teether, bath toy, and sensory plaything. Its vibrant colors, intricate textures, and ergonomic shape will stimulate babies' senses while soothing their gums during teething! Soft and flexible for easy grasping by baby's hands, and also designed for hanging. Introduce kids into the art world while chewing on this realistic teether! Product details • Made in China • Weight: 0.16 oz (4.54 g)

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FUCSIA THE DRAGONFRUIT is a fruit-shaped baby toy perfect for teething, sensory play, and bath time - all the while introducing them to a healthy lifestyle at an early age! Safe for kids, worry-free play! DESCRIPTION • Made with 100% natural rubber from Malaysian Hevea trees. • Soft, easy to grasp and safe to chew. Stimulates the baby's senses and soothes teething gums. • Hand painted one-by-one with safe, natural food graded dyes. • Safe for kids, non-toxic. Certified by Bureau Veritas. PVC, BPA, Phthalates and Nitrosamines free.

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Enjoy, this one-of-a-kind squishable wooden rattle and teether toy that is made from renewable rubberwood and strung together with durable elastic cords!

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A beautiful classic picture book story about an unusual friendship between a bunny and a cat. Oliver is a tabby cat who is always the center of attention. Marshmallow is a baby rabbit who moves into Oliver's home. At first Oliver does not welcome Marshmallow, but the little bunny's charms are impossible to resist. This is the true story of how Oliver and Marshmallow become friends. Clare Turlay Newberry's lifelong passions for cats and for drawing come together in this elegantly illustrated book, winner of the 1943 Caldecott Honor.

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