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Florence Beatrice Price was always breaking barriers—especially when it came to music. Raised in the Deep South, Bea broke through the barriers of racism and prejudice to master the piano and excel at school. And when opportunity came to study at the New England Conservatory of Music, Bea traveled north, one of only two Black students to attend. Bea continued to break barriers when she returned to the South to teach and find inspiration for her music, drawing from many different genres. Bea fought hard to have her works played.

When Joo Hong harvests a beautiful persimmon from her mom’s garden, she can’t wait to give it to her Grandma who is visiting from far away. However, the days leading up to her arrival feel like forever—and the persimmon is looking less and less perfect as time passes by. What can Joo Hong do to make sure it’s perfectly ripe—and not mushy and wrinkly—for Grandma’s visit?

When Shay's family gathers for a day at Granny’s house, there's one thing she can count on: there will be Double Dutch. Shay would much prefer if her family would join her in another activity, like rollerblading or hula hooping (the stuff Shay does best!). But there's no convincing her cousins, or her aunties, who can't wait to join the fun! Luckily, Shay's family is supportive, and with just the right balance of encouragement and bravery, Shay might be able to conquer her fears. She may even have what it takes to be a Double Dutch Queen!

Troy Thurston, frat boy trying to redeem himself, is thrust into another zombie outbreak in Darjeeling province (at least this outbreak wasn't his fault). Now he is being chased by zombie elephants, tigers, and . . . squirrels? It may be his job to transport a SEAL team in a high tech stealth helicopter, but they don't like him very much and seem more likely to toss him out. To the south, Jax Spanner’s study abroad trip in Kolkata has gone off the rails.

Mrs. Z’s class is holding a variety show, and everyone has signed up to demonstrate their special skill! Everyone that is, except Ayana Ndoum. She’s good at reading, but someone’s already reciting a poem out loud. She’s good at synchronized swimming, but they can't get a pool onstage. What could her act be? Before she can figure it out, she has an even bigger problem to deal with: Why is her dad at school?

Mit Rico um Ecken denken. Band 1: Rico und die Tuchlaterne: Rico denkt anders als andere Kinder. Langsamer nämlich und… um Ecken herum. Dann verliert er sich im Gedankenlabyrinth. Und manchmal verläuft er sich auch, wenn er um Ecken herumgeht – ein echtes Problem in einer großen Stadt wie Berlin. Wie soll das erst werden, wenn er in die Schule muss? Mama nimmt Rico also mit zu einem Schultest. Dort ist eine Frau, die nicht ganz verstehen will, warum Dreiecke vom Aussterben bedroht sind. Ob es am Ende doch die richtige Schule für Rico gibt, in der er so sein kann, wie er ist?

On June 19th, 1865, the last enslaved African Americans were finally freed in Galveston, Texas. Every year, our community comes together to honor this special day. We play hopscotch, eat spice cake, and listen to music, but what about the first Juneteenth? As family and friends recount their memories and stories of Juneteenths past, a young girl learns about the holiday's longstanding history and traditions.

Mei is a young Chinese American girl filled with curiosity about her family’s history in Washington, D.C. Delving into their tales of courage, hope, and resilience, Mei explores the strength and spirit that unites her Chinese heritage with her American identity. Then Mei finds herself at a rally against Asian hate and she realizes that it is her time to make a difference. Armed with the inspiring stories of her ancestors and backed by the unconditional support of her family, Mei takes center stage to start an empowering chant, “We are American, too!”

Sophie’s work on the Chinese booth at last year’s Rainbow Fair is a point of pride for her and her parents, even if Sophie and her best friend, Katie, think the whole thing is a little silly. Sophie's family is Hui, Chinese Muslim. The Muslim part is something she doesn't know much about. Her parents prefer to keep it private. So when it gets slipped to an overenthusiastic teacher that Sophie is Muslim, the only Muslim in her class, suddenly Sophie is in charge of debuting a booth representing the Islamic religion she doesn't practice, an assignment she is determined to keep secret.

The Martinez kids have no idea that a sparkling frozen wasteland awaits them as they set off to Mexico to spend Navidad with their relatives. The spunky bilingual siblings already knew their neighbor Don Toño had invented a virtual reality shed, but they had no idea he had created a "to-go" version that would allow them to be whisked off to the Arctic from the comfort of their car seats.

Eight-year-old Jasmine Toguchi is a flamingo fan, tree climber, and top-notch mess-maker! She's also tired of her big sister, Sophie, always getting to do things first. For once, Jasmine wishes SHE could do something before Sophie—something special, something different. The New Year approaches, and as the Toguchi family gathers in Los Angeles to celebrate, Jasmine is jealous that her sister gets to help roll mochi balls by hand with the women.

2 Hörspiele + 1 Hörbuch + 1 Bonus = Unsere 1. BUCHFÜNKchen Hörspiel-Box für die ganze Familie. Friederike Köpf: Baby Oma (Hörspiel). 81 Minuten, mit Emilia Rübbert, Sibylle Kuhne, Anna-Lena Zühlke, Alexander Gamnitzer, Peter Schneider und vielen weiteren. Dieses Hörspiel erzählt leichtfüßig von einem ernsten Thema mit zwei unvergesslich eigensinnigen Heldinnen. Lumi ist gar nicht begeistert, als plötzlich ihre Oma bei ihnen zu Hause einzieht. Ihre Oma, die vergisst, dass sie eine Enkeltochter hat, die immer dieselben Sachen sagt und ihre Tabletten heimlich in die Fensterritzen krümelt.

It's almost time for the big music recital! Imani wants to play the piano beautifully, but she keeps hitting the wrong notes. How will she be ready for her performance?

It's Science Fair time! Imani wants to win, but she needs to find an idea that can beat the crowd-favorite volcano. Can Imani think outside of the box to take home the blue ribbon?

It's bad enough that Imani had a slow start to her research project. But when disaster strikes the night before it's due, she's really in trouble. Will Imani be able to pick up the pieces in time to give her report?

Miri will miss the Chinese lions in front of her apartment building. What will happen to her now that it's moving day? Fortunately Zayde, her Jewish grandfather, and Yeh Yeh, her Chinese grandfather, have some surprises to help her feel at home in her new apartment.

When Imani gets to know her new classmate, she decides to do something nice for them. She's just not sure what. Can Imani figure out a way to make a difference for her new classmate?

Imani's step team wants to enter the Glow Talent Show. But first they need money for the entry fee. How far will Imani go to help the Mighty Steppers earn their way?

Imani and her friends want to dress as superheroes for their school's Fall Festival. But she can't find a superhero that looks like her. Will she be able to find a costume in time?

Twelve-year-old Ann Maria Weems works from sunup to sundown, wraps rags around her feet in the winter, and must do whatever her master or mistress orders—but she has something that many plantation slaves don't have. She has her wonderful family around her. To Ann, her teasing brothers, her older sister, and her protective and loving parents are everything. And then one day, they are gone. Separated from her family by her master and shipped off as a housemaid, Ann learns something about independence and about love before the opportunity for escape arrives.