Robinson, Gary

Speaking to girls of all backgrounds, abilities, and races, Jayla, a girl of mixed race, talks to the reader about learning to love themselves through positive self-talk and ignoring the negative voices from television and friends who offer narrow views of beauty. Jayla explains concrete phrases to repeat and action steps to take when self-doubt and negativity threaten one's self-image and confidence.

"After Billy Buckhorn survives being struck by lightning, he is left with extraordinary visions and psychic insights. When his deceased grandmother conveys a message to him, Billy realizes that his special powers will be used to defeat the ancient evil threatening his Cherokee Nation"--Provided by publisher.

A Native American twist on the classic poem, Night before Christmas.

"Twelve biographies follow the career paths of Native people who work in the complex entertainment industry, either in front of or behind the camera. Included are descriptions of what each member of a production team does, as well as advice on what it takes to get started in the entertainment industry"--Provided by publisher.

Fifteen-year-old Mark Centeno convinces his father, who is Filipino and Mexican, to let him spend time with his mother's Chumash and Crow family in California in hopes of surfing with his friends but, instead, connects with his heritage through dance.