Roda Ahmed Knihy

An Amazon Best Book of the Month A beautiful picture book for sharing, inspired by the life of the first African American woman to travel in space, Mae Jemison. A great classroom and bedtime read-aloud, Mae Among the Stars is the perfect book for young readers who have big dreams and even bigger hearts! When Little Mae was a child, she dreamed of dancing in space. She imagined herself surrounded by billions of stars, floating, gliding, and discovering. She wanted to be an astronaut. Her mom told her, "If you believe it, and work hard for it, anything is possible.” Little Mae’s curiosity, intelligence, and determination, matched with her parents' encouraging words, paved the way for her incredible success at NASA as the first African American woman to travel in space. This book will inspire other young girls to reach for the stars, to aspire for the impossible, and to persist with childlike imagination.

Good Night, Wiggly Toes is a bedtime story book, where the main character can’t go to bed cause her toes are too wiggly. So her mom helps her daughter say good night to her wiggly toes. But then her feet want to run, so she says good night running feet. But then her legs want to jump, good night jumping legs. It’s a good night book for the whole body to wind down, using a simple meditational method. Good night, wiggly toes even works on the grown ups reading it.

ABC and Me is a book to encourage early literacy and show multiculturalism through the English alphabet.The illustrations are bright, colorful, often humorous, and show a rare diversity on every page to encourage children to learn the alphabet while broadening their world. ABC and Me is a book for children with big hearts and big dreams!

Etta Extraordinaire embarks on an exciting journey to Washington, where she encounters new adventures and challenges. This installment promises to showcase her unique talents and the vibrant world around her, as she navigates the complexities of her surroundings and meets intriguing characters along the way. Etta's spirit and determination shine through, making for an engaging tale filled with wonder and discovery.

Inspired by Bessie Coleman, the first American female pilot, this uplifting story follows Brave Bessie on her adventurous journey through flight. With engaging twists and turns, the narrative emphasizes the importance of courage and perseverance in pursuing dreams. Readers are encouraged to embrace their aspirations, showcasing how determination can lead to extraordinary achievements.

Etta, a bright and ambitious girl, is excited to showcase her talents in her school's upcoming talent show. Despite her lack of onstage experience, she confidently devises a step-by-step plan to prepare for her performance. However, as the event approaches, Etta faces her anxieties. With the support of her loving family, she learns to overcome her fears and embrace her moment in the spotlight. This heartwarming story highlights themes of courage, family support, and the journey to self-confidence.