For collections with access to older, proficient readers, an enthusiastic dialogue between vividly rendered household objects ultimately triggers sincere affirmation about being whatever you want to be.
Beautiful illustrations paired with some questions about trees, this can be read on various levels from story time, discussion, and writing prompts, or all the ways in between. A great purchase.
A compelling mix of historical fiction, survival, and adventure, this title shines light on a little-known episode from history. Recommended for all middle grade collections.
This novel is perfect for discussions in small groups or a classroom setting and will join the ranks of other great realistic fiction books like Alesha Dixon’s Lightning Girl, and Holly Goldberg Sloan’s Counting by 7s. A must-have for any middle grade collection.
Set on an isolated island in a quarantine hospital, and following a heroine who confronts ghosts, nightmares, and palpable fears, this is the perfect Halloween read.