Sharon Dennis Wyeth Books

An inspiring story that reminds us that beauty is everywhere.Can a city be beautiful if there's trash on the streets and graffiti on the walls? A little girl finds out when her teacher writes the word "beautiful" on the blackboard and the girl decides to look for beauty in her neighborhood.There's the “beautiful” fried fish sandwich at Miss Delphine diner, Mr. Lee’s “beautiful” fruit store, and the “beautiful” smooth stone Old Mr. Sims always carries. The girl soon understands that beautiful means “that when you have it, your heart is happy.” Young readers will enjoy appreciating the beauty of friendship and the power of hope in this encouraging story.

Daughter McGuire navigates the challenges of moving to a new town, starting at a new school, and dealing with family issues, including her father's absence and her mother's friend. As she forms a bond with classmates Connie and Anna, they embark on adventures, including discovering Topknot Cave and starting an Explorers Club. Facing prejudice over her diverse heritage, Daughter embarks on a family heritage project that reveals her roots and tests her courage, all while emphasizing the importance of individuality and love in a complex world.

Some call it Freedom Day; some call it Emancipation Day; some call it Juneteenth. Learn more about this important holiday that celebrates the end of chattel slavery in the United States in this Step 3 History Reader. On June 19, 1865, two years after the Emancipation Proclamation, a group of enslaved men, women, and children in Texas gathered. Order Number 3 was read, proclaiming that they were no longer enslaved--they were free. People danced, wept tears of joy, and began to plan their new lives. Juneteenth became an annual celebration that is observed by more and more Americans with parades, picnics, family gatherings, and reflection on the words of historical figures, to mark the day when freedom truly rang for all.Step 3 Readers feature engaging characters in easy-to-follow plots and popular topics--for children who are ready to read on their own.