nAn inspiring picture book from Scripps National Spelling Bee champ Zaila Avant-garde, filled with her favorite motivational words from Z to A. Perfect for your little book lover and spelling ace! nWhen 14-year-old Zaila Avant-garde became the first Black American student to win the Scripps National Spelling Bee in 2021, the world took notice. n nNow, this extraordinary speller, writer, and basketball champ celebrates the world of words, with 26 of Zailas favorite words, such as KINDNESS, HOPE, and RESILIENCE, alongside Zailas encouraging and poetic thoughts. n nEach bright and busy page also includes an inspiring quotation from a famous thought leader. And an afterword to the book details the fascinating origins of each word. n nIts an uplifting picture book packed with motivation, learning, and fun, from one of Americas most promising, unique, and accomplished young people.n