Nonfiction - Elementary
PREMIUM
Ready, Steady, Sloth!
An excellent picture book about sloths that will entertain and inform young readers. A strong choice for any library.
While the book has cute illustrations and strong writing, it still feels a little like MIT propaganda.
An additional purchase for libraries looking for more picture book biographies about groundbreaking Asian American artists. Julie Leung’s Mr. Pei’s Perfect Shapes might be a more successful option.
Readers will not come away with any understanding of “the many ways milk is made,” and there is little of substance here.
PREMIUM
Kamala Raised Her Hand
A cursory biography that focuses on encouraging children to raise their hands; the highest demand for this will be at public libraries.
This lovingly designed, poetic nonfiction story introduces young readers to the life and challenges of the sea wolf species.
PREMIUM
We Miss You, George Floyd
A valuable book for libraries and classrooms interested in continuing conversations on systemic racism, police violence, and community loss and grieving.
The detailed illustrations and the dual layers of text make this a versatile and informative addition to collections.
Despite the playful presentation and the problems inherent in a “tear-out” section in a library, this is polished nonfiction; irreverently fun and informative, it’s an excellent selection.
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