Words of Wonder from Z to A

Illustrated by Keisha Morris
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$18.99 US
RH Childrens Books | Doubleday Books for Young Readers
24 per carton
On sale Jun 27, 2023 | 978-0-593-56893-4
Age 3-7 years
Sales rights: World
An inspiring picture book from Scripps National Spelling Bee champ Zaila Avant-garde, filled with her favorite motivational words from Z to A. Perfect for your little book lover and spelling ace!

When 14-year-old Zaila Avant-garde became the first Black American student to win the Scripps National Spelling Bee in 2021, the world took notice.

Now, this extraordinary speller, writer, and basketball champ celebrates the world of words, with 26 of Zaila's favorite words, such as KINDNESS, HOPE, and RESILIENCE, alongside Zaila's encouraging and poetic thoughts.

Each bright and busy page also includes an inspiring quotation from a famous thought leader. And an afterword to the book details the fascinating origins of each word.

It's an uplifting picture book packed with motivation, learning, and fun, from one of America's most promising, unique, and accomplished young people.
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★ "In a word: Wonderful."—Kirkus Reviews, starred review

★ 2023 Black Caucus American Library Association Best of the Best List

"A wonderfully uplifting book."—School Library Journal

"Little readers will love the vibrant illustrations and the inspirational words on every page." —The Root

Classroom Activities for Words of Wonder from Z to A

Classroom activities supplement discussion and traditional lessons with group projects and creative tasks. Can be used in pre-existing units and lessons, or as stand-alone.

(Please note: the guide displayed here is the most recently uploaded version; while unlikely, any page citation discrepancies between the guide and book is likely due to pagination differences between a book’s different formats.)

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An inspiring picture book from Scripps National Spelling Bee champ Zaila Avant-garde, filled with her favorite motivational words from Z to A. Perfect for your little book lover and spelling ace!

When 14-year-old Zaila Avant-garde became the first Black American student to win the Scripps National Spelling Bee in 2021, the world took notice.

Now, this extraordinary speller, writer, and basketball champ celebrates the world of words, with 26 of Zaila's favorite words, such as KINDNESS, HOPE, and RESILIENCE, alongside Zaila's encouraging and poetic thoughts.

Each bright and busy page also includes an inspiring quotation from a famous thought leader. And an afterword to the book details the fascinating origins of each word.

It's an uplifting picture book packed with motivation, learning, and fun, from one of America's most promising, unique, and accomplished young people.

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Praise

★ "In a word: Wonderful."—Kirkus Reviews, starred review

★ 2023 Black Caucus American Library Association Best of the Best List

"A wonderfully uplifting book."—School Library Journal

"Little readers will love the vibrant illustrations and the inspirational words on every page." —The Root

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Classroom Activities for Words of Wonder from Z to A

Classroom activities supplement discussion and traditional lessons with group projects and creative tasks. Can be used in pre-existing units and lessons, or as stand-alone.

(Please note: the guide displayed here is the most recently uploaded version; while unlikely, any page citation discrepancies between the guide and book is likely due to pagination differences between a book’s different formats.)