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Almost Zero

A Dyamonde Daniel Book

A Dyamonde Daniel Book

A Dyamonde Daniel Book

By Nikki Grimes
Illustrated by R. Gregory Christie

By Nikki Grimes
Illustrated by R. Gregory Christie

By Nikki Grimes
Illustrated by R. Gregory Christie

By Nikki Grimes
Illustrated by R. Gregory Christie

By Nikki Grimes
Illustrated by R. Gregory Christie

By Nikki Grimes
Illustrated by R. Gregory Christie

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Part of A Dyamonde Daniel Book

Part of A Dyamonde Daniel Book

Part of A Dyamonde Daniel Book

Paperback $6.99

Apr 04, 2017 | ISBN 9780425288559 | 7-9 years

Hardcover $12.99

Oct 28, 2010 | ISBN 9780399251771 | 7-9 years

Ebook $6.99

Oct 28, 2010 | ISBN 9781101657171 | 7-9 years

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    About Almost Zero

    The third book in the Dyamonde Daniels series, by bestselling author Nikki Grimes, is perfect for fans of the Keena Ford, Judy Moody, and Magnificent Mya Tibbs series and includes illustrations by Coretta Scott King honor winner R. Gregory Christie. 

    Dyamonde really wants red high-top sneakers. Too bad they’re so expensive! A classmate tells her it’s her mom’s job to give her what she needs, but when Dyamonde tries that argument, her mom teaches her a lesson by literally only giving her what she needs. Now Dyamonde is down to almost zero outfits! But then she finds out one of her friends has it much worse, and she’s determined to do what she can to help.

    About Almost Zero

    Dyamonde really wants red high-top sneakers. Too bad they’re so expensive! A classmate tells her it’s her mom’s job to give her what she needs, but when Dyamonde tries that argument, her mom teaches her a lesson by literally only giving her what she needs. Now Dyamonde is down to almost zero outfits! But then she finds out one of her friends has it much worse, and she’s determined to do what she can to help.

    Coretta Scott King Award winner Nikki Grimes’ third book starring the unstoppable Dyamonde Daniel will delight fans and new readers alike, with energetic storytelling, relatable situations and Dyamonde’s spitfire personality.

    About Almost Zero

    Dyamonde really wants red high-top sneakers. Too bad they’re so expensive! A classmate tells her it’s her mom’s job to give her what she needs, but when Dyamonde tries that argument, her mom teaches her a lesson by literally only giving her what she needs. Now Dyamonde is down to almost zero outfits! But then she finds out one of her friends has it much worse, and she’s determined to do what she can to help.

    Coretta Scott King Award winner Nikki Grimes’ third book starring the unstoppable Dyamonde Daniel will delight fans and new readers alike, with energetic storytelling, relatable situations and Dyamonde’s spitfire personality.

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    About Nikki Grimes

    Nikki Grimes is the award-winning, New York Times bestselling author of dozens of children’s and young adult books as well as a poet and journalist. Among the many accolades she has received are the Golden Dolphin Award (2005),the NCTE Award for Excellence… More about Nikki Grimes

    About R. Gregory Christie

    R. Gregory Christie has illustrated more than sixty books for young adults and children, including Freedom in Congo Square by Carole Boston Weatherford, which was awarded a Caldecott Honor and a Coretta Scott King Honor. He has also received two New York Times Best Illustrated Book awards, six Coretta Scott… More about R. Gregory Christie

    About Nikki Grimes

    Nikki Grimes is the award-winning, New York Times bestselling author of dozens of children’s and young adult books as well as a poet and journalist. Among the many accolades she has received are the Golden Dolphin Award (2005),the NCTE Award for Excellence… More about Nikki Grimes

    About R. Gregory Christie

    R. Gregory Christie has illustrated more than sixty books for young adults and children, including Freedom in Congo Square by Carole Boston Weatherford, which was awarded a Caldecott Honor and a Coretta Scott King Honor. He has also received two New York Times Best Illustrated Book awards, six Coretta Scott… More about R. Gregory Christie

    About Nikki Grimes

    Nikki Grimes is the award-winning, New York Times bestselling author of dozens of children’s and young adult books as well as a poet and journalist. Among the many accolades she has received are the Golden Dolphin Award (2005),the NCTE Award for Excellence… More about Nikki Grimes

    About R. Gregory Christie

    R. Gregory Christie has illustrated more than sixty books for young adults and children, including Freedom in Congo Square by Carole Boston Weatherford, which was awarded a Caldecott Honor and a Coretta Scott King Honor. He has also received two New York Times Best Illustrated Book awards, six Coretta Scott… More about R. Gregory Christie

    Product Details

    Category: Children’s Chapter Books

    Paperback | $6.99
    Published by Puffin Books
    Apr 04, 2017 | 144 Pages | 5-1/16 x 7-3/4 | 7-9 years | ISBN 9780425288559

    Category: Children’s Chapter Books

    Hardcover | $12.99
    Published by G.P. Putnam’s Sons Books for Young Readers
    Oct 28, 2010 | 128 Pages | 5 x 7 | 7-9 years | ISBN 9780399251771

    Category: Children’s Chapter Books

    Ebook | $6.99
    Published by G.P. Putnam’s Sons Books for Young Readers
    Oct 28, 2010 | 128 Pages | 7-9 years | ISBN 9781101657171

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    Praise

    Dyamonde’s readers will enjoy seeing a strong, smart African-American girl face the same challenges they do. A treasure.”–Kirkus Reviews

    “An enjoyable story with a good life lesson.”–School Library Journal

    “Readers will identify strongly with the emotions and actions of Dyamonde as she works through her problem.”–Children’s Literature

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