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Books & Magazines TWEENS & TEENS: AGES 9 TO 15 Black & White: The Confrontation between Reverend Fred L. Shuttlesworth and Eugene "Bull" Connor Reverend Shuttlesworth used nonviolent actions as he led the civil rights struggle for equality in Birmingham, Ala. Connor was backed by the Ku Klux Klan. This photo-essay is a fascinating nonfiction account of both men and their confrontation. Written by Larry Dane Brimner; Calkins Creek, 2011; $16.95; www.calkinscreekbooks.com. Ages 12 and up. Geeks, Girls, and Secret Identities Vincent Wu is obsessed with Captain Stupendous. When he discovers that his hero's secret identity is Polly Winnicott, his crush, he leads his friends in a campaign to prepare her for battle against Professor Mayhem. (He's having a harder time getting the courage to ask her out on a date.) The protagonist of this story is Asian-American. It's funny, sci-fi, fantastical, and full of teen drama. Written by Mike Jung, illustrated by Mike Maihack; Arthur A. Levine Books, 2012; $16.99; www.scholastic.com. Ages 9 to 15. The Mighty Miss Malone The Malone family perseveres despite the racism, poverty and other hardships of the Great Depression. Deza Malone's father is forced to leave the family to seek work. Deza proves to be a heroine in her determination to reunite her family. Written by Christopher Paul Curtis; Wendy Lamb Books (Random House Children's Books), 2012; $15.99; www.randomhouse.com/kids. Ages 9 to 15. Wonder August was born with a facial deformity and had numerous surgeries, which required him to be home-schooled. But this year, he'll attend a school and be the target for bullies and mean comments. This is a satisfying and emotional novel to read aloud, ponder and discuss. Written by R.J. Palacio; Knopf Books for Young Readers (Random House Children's Books), 2012; $15.99; www.randomhouse.com/kids. Ages 9 and up. Music By Michael Berick INFANTS TO TODDLERS Good Morning My Love – Vered Benhorin An enchanting album to share with your newborn. This lovely CD comes with gentle lullabies and fun ditties, all performed with warm, soothing, yet inventive musical arrangements that will make parents and babies smile. Vered Music, 2012; CD, $12.99; www.veredmusic.com. Infants to age 2. AGES 3 TO 5 Backseat Driver – The Cat's Pajamas A purr-fectly marvelous album of kids' tunes to enjoy at home or in the car. The Pennsylvania-based group The Cat's Pajamas cruises confidently through a variety of styles – from blues to pop to jazz and rock – on this entertaining musical journey. Howlin Records, 2012; CD, $14.99; www.howlinrecords.com. Ages 3 and up. Little Seed: Songs for Children by Woody Guthrie – Elizabeth Mitchell Mitchell celebrates Woody Guthrie during his centennial year with this excellent album filled with 13 charming renditions of the American music legend's children's songs, like "Who's My Pretty Baby?" and "Riding In My Car." Smithsonian/ Folkways Recordings, 2012; CD, $11.99; www.folkways.si.edu. Ages 3 and up. www.fredericksburgparent.NET 25 Month 2012 | website.com 30