Books published by publisher Jump At The Sun

Welcome to the wonderfully rich and diverse world of African American stories for children and families. This one-of-a-kind collection brings together eight picture books by some of the most esteemed children's authors and illustrators working today, including: Andrea Davis Pinkey, Bryan Collier, Floyd Cooper, Jacqueline Woodson, Susan Taylor Brown, Jane Resh Thomas, and more.

Johnson and his sister Beebee seem to be all alone in the world. Their mama has gone away many times before, but something tells them she won’t be coming back this time. Then a social worker comes and takes them to stay with their aunt Gracie, whom they’ve never met. Johnson and Beebee are skeptical—who is this Gracie and why does she want to take care of them? But most of all they worry about their mama. What will happen to her? Will she come back for them? Warily, though, the children come to trust Aunt Gracie, and in the process they learn what family is all about. This child’s eye view of a brother and sister entering foster care is a heart-wrenching exploration of trust, forgiveness, and the true meaning of family.

"The Cheetah Girls will inspire all those kids who want to become singers like us. Can't wait for the movie!" -Destiny's Child, Columbia Records The Cheetah Girls have made it big in their own movie on Disney Channel. Now see how it all began as Galleria, Chanel, Dorinda, Anginette, and Aquanette find family, friends, fortune, and fame in four cheetah-charming tales. Anyone can do what they do . . . all it takes is a little growl power! Deborah Gregory is a contributing writer for Essence, Vibe, and More, and is widely published in many national magazines, including Seventeen, Us, Paper, and Entertainment Weekly. She lives in New York City.

Exciting adventures lie ahead in your pathFor every tear shed, you are promised two laughs.So just take it slow, one day at a timeAnd you’ll find that your path is truly divine.In jubilant verse and gorgeous images, Kristina Evans and Bryan Collier detail the wonderful journey children of all backgrounds have ahead of them as they make their way through life. It’s a great, long run, with lots to see and do, though there may be problems to confront. But with the love and guidance of their families behind them, children will find they are truly blessed and able to surmount any obstacle. Cherish Today is perfect for graduates of any class in the school of Life.

On today's Shanna Show, our sassy star collects several clues that help preschoolers explore the different Kwanzaa objects and their meanings. Simple words and fun rhyme make learning about Kwanzaa so much fun and inspire young children to develop self-esteem, creativity, storytelling abilities, and problem-solving skills-all critical to further learning. Harambee!

Happily ever after has never been so happy! These inspired retellings of classic children's fairy-tales are simply told and beautifully illustrated. This is a series of books that parents will treasure and children will love hearing again and again. Jump at the Sun Fairy-tale Classics include: - Cinderella - Goldilocks and The Three Bears - Jack and the Beanstalk - Little Red Riding Hood

It is the last day of the harvest, and everyone at Appling Farm is preparing for the ring shout-a celebration filled with dance, song, and praise shouted out to God for the year's blessings. Everyone in Toby's family will play an instrument that speaks from their hearts directly to God's ears. Toby is finally old enough to join them in the event, but what will he bring? Sticks? A cowbell? Horse brushes? It's hard to decide, for it must feel right. And Toby's got to hurry-the ring shout starts tonight! Dancing the Ring Shout! is the first picture book honoring the longstanding ring shout tradition from west Africa and the American South. Heartfelt and beautifully told in a rainbow of colors that swirl like magic, this story is one to cherish all the year round.