As even more changes and challenges come her way, Ryan always finds a way forward and shows she is a girl who knows how to glow.Īcclaimed author Renée Watson writes her own version of Ramona Quimby, one starring a Black girl and her family, in this start to a charming new series. Ways to Make Sunshine From Newbery Honor and Coretta Scott King Author Award winner Rene Watson, the first book in a young middle grade series about Ryan Hart, a girl who is pure spirit, kindness, and sunshine.

And with the fourth-grad talent show coming up, Ryan wonders what talent she can perform on stage in front of everyone without freezing. But her name means king and so she must lead. That means some changes, like moving into a new (old) house, and Dad working the night shift. Ways to Make Sunshine (A Ryan Hart Novel) Rene Watson Nina Mata Ryan Hart finds ways to make sunshine even when she’s not happy about moving to a smaller house, selling the family car, and the other changes life brings. For instance: Dad finally has a new job, but money is still tight. Appointments and elections to governing boards. She is all about trying to see the best in people, to be a good daughter, sister, and friend. The work of CSUN faculty and staff members is recognized in a variety of ways, including: Funding from outside organizations to support unique programs and cutting-edge research facilitated on campus. Her name means “king”, that she is a leader, and she is determined to keep growing into the name her parents gave her. From Newbery Honor and Coretta Scott King Author Award winner Renée Watson, the first book in a young middle grade series about Ryan Hart, a girl who is pure spirit, kindness, and sunshine.

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