The book takes its title from the wash day experience shared by Black women everywhere of setting aside all plans and responsibilities for a full day of washing

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Pocket Bear Books on Family Issues for Young Adults The book takes its titleFrom #1 New York Times bestelling author, Katherine Applegate, here is a stunning tale of kindness and second chances. For fans of Odder, Wishtree, Willodeen, and The One and Only Ivan. Thimble born from tip to toe, Pocket Bear remembers every moment of his becoming: the glimmering needle, the silken thread, the tender hands as each careful stitch brought him closer to himself. Born during the throes of WWI, he was designed to fit into the pocket of a