{2025 New Release} Weird and Wonderful You by: Zaila Avant-garde, Kah Yangni New York Times bestselling author and Scripps National Spelling Bee champ Zaila Avant-garde encourages young readers to embrace what makes them different in this vibrant and uplifting new picture book. We are the weird. The wonderfully weird, that is. When others blend in, we stand out. Young readers will find joyful encouragement in this empowering celebration of individuality and self-acceptance. Through an motivating message and a series of inspiring quotes and affirmations, this book encourages readers to embrace their unique quirks and see them as strengths.

'Weird and Wonderful You' promotes self-acceptance and individuality, resonating with readers of all ages who seek to embrace their uniqueness. #newrelease #kidreads #nonfiction #ZailaAvantgarde

In 2021, Zaila Avant-Garde became the first African American to win the Scripps National Spelling Bee.

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Zaila Avant-Garde, the 14-year-old only began competitive spelling two years ago. She also holds three Guinness world records for her basketball skills! She was featured in the 2022 Guinness World Records book as a Young Achiever. 📸 #Blackwealth #zailaavantgarde #guinness #worldrecords