Public Libraries

In this golden age of anime, these beginner-friendly films and series provide librarians with a strong starting point for introducing the format to new audiences.

From figure skating dreams to dungeon crawler adventures, these seven popular manga titles with recent anime adaptations offer something for every taste and age.

Children's and YA titles are vital resources in public health education.

Middle grade and YA authors tackle the unfathomable and the long reach of tragic events.

With these manga, choose the right format for the right story.

Books to help budding ornithologists explore the world of birds, along with aspects of SEL (social and emotional learning), from persistence to making friends.

Spotlighting the history of Jim Crow and civil rights struggles outside the South, along with recent books and teaching resources on the topic.

Some kids love narrative nonfiction; others, expository literature. Learn more about these two styles of books and browse a list of recent outstanding examples. 

These selections combine witty dialogue, incongruous situations, goofy characters, and silly plots to keep young readers entertained.