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A very successful biography that portrays a purpose-driven life fueled from Obama’s early years to the White House; the text captures the energy and passion of a man who broke barriers and changed history.
This well-written and well-illustrated book introduces young readers to an important writer, and is an excellent choice for discussing the significance of writers finding their own voices.
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The Pharaoh vs. the Felines
Entertaining and funny, this title is incomplete as nonfiction but makes for a good story.
A wonderful addition to library collections or for use in music classrooms to introduce this early childhood icon.
An accessible nonfiction book, perfect for children and read-alouds.
Despite that one caveat, this is a useful resource for introducing physical activity and breaks, making it a solid addition to collections seeking new ideas.
A well-researched and excellent addition to STEM classes and library collections.
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The Wolfpack Way
The illustrations carry this book; readers will enjoy seeing recognizable characters who express their individuality, which may be enough to offset the unwieldy text.
With the stated shortcomings, this title will be of interest to collections where tales of animal heroics are popular.
Complete with scientific sources and interactive activities, this title is great for middle grade and early high school readers.
An interesting look at some famous musicians when they were “just kids.”
A visually stunning and narratively powerful book that gives a voice to the often-silenced women of Greek mythology. It’s a must-read for anyone interested in mythology or feminism, or simply in search of a beautifully crafted book.
An excellent purchase for elementary and middle school nonfiction collections where dinosaurs and prehistoric beasts are always of interest.
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A Guide to Grief
Recommended. This is an age-appropriate and culturally sensitive introduction to grief loss that gives some scientifically backed strategies to support young people, their friends, and families.
A beautiful and endearing introduction to Dickinson, her poetic inspirations, and her special bond with her dog. Perfect for a poetry unit or a shelf on women writers.
Readers will enjoy examining the pictures in this innovative approach to the subject of patience; it’s a book most collections will want to find room for.
A well-researched and readable biography that would be a great addition to all libraries, or used in units about immigrants, inventions, and their potent overlap.
An inspiring book helping to remind everyone to look at things more carefully to find deeper meaning in ideas and life. Recommended for libraries where picture book biographies are popular.
This enlightening account of a president and his study of the natural world is a needed addition to the elementary library.
Who knew there was so much to “say” about body language for early elementary readers? This is eye-opening and fun, and we can’t think of another title like it.
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The Oddball Book of Armadillos
A book ideally created for science projects or for the kid who can’t get enough animal statistics, and an interesting educational tool.
A genuine account of an enslaved person daringly achieving a better life. Highly recommended for elementary school libraries.
A captivating read for early elementary children and anyone who’s ever had their head or heart in the clouds.
This is an engaging introduction to an important, often overlooked figure in Black history and a great choice for children’s music education or Women’s or Black History Month.
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Outdoor Farm, Indoor Farm
An excellent addition to libraries looking for books about farming and sustainable food systems.
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A World of Dogs: A Celebration of Fascinating Facts and Amazing Real-Life Stories for Dog Lovers
Perfect for early readers, dog enthusiasts, and anyone looking for a lighthearted, entertaining read; a great addition to any library.
Recommended for history, sports, and biography collections looking for excellent picture books that ably diversify their offerings for this age group.
This fills in gaps and turns history on its head. An absolute must for nonfiction collections.
This book is primarily recommended for any adult who is tasked with caring for children, but would also be an excellent resource for teens who seek more information and language to describe their own gender journey.
A first purchase for libraries that need more books on the topic of conservation and the impact of development on wildlife.
A worthwhile purchase for lower elementary libraries that use informational texts for research.
Detailed with emotional sympathy inherent in the retelling from a family’s lineage, this narrative nonfiction title pays homage and remembrance to those harmed and intended to be forgotten.
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Mercedes Sosa: La voz del pueblo
A strong choice for many curricular tie-ins, such as women’s, Latin American, Indigenous, and social studies. Purchase for picture book biography shelves.
A strong choice for many curricular tie-ins, such as women’s, Latin American, Indigenous, and social studies. Purchase for picture book biography shelves.
From picture book biographies to historical overviews and reference titles, this roundup spotlights informational texts centering Latinx heritage. Add these works to nonfiction displays from September 15 to October 15 (and every other month of the year).
Reading this book prior to engaging in experiments is like providing a blueprint for the scientific method; this is a must for elementary collections.
A great addition for libraries, this book exemplifies the human spirit and is perfect for readers from first grade up.
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A Place for Rain
A charming and informative read that promotes environmental stewardship. With its rhythmic text and captivating illustrations, this book is a wonderful addition to library collections.
This goes on the science shelves and will require patient reading.
A necessary addition for libraries serving tweens and teens, this is especially useful for reports and history curriculum.
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In Cold Blood
Capote brilliantly contrasts the underside of American life in this purchase that should be on the shelves in most high school collections.
Like a mystery novel, this wonderful book finds the human drama behind the scientific breakthrough of the discovery of cells taken from a young Black woman dying of cervical cancer without her knowledge.
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Conoce a Zelia Nuttall
These entries are recommended for elementary school libraries to enhance their Spanish-language biography collections.
A richly compassionate look at people’s lives, this book covers childhood in a way that readers will appreciate and love. It’s a gripping read for elementary grades and beyond.
This compelling and beautifully illustrated book is a very good choice for elementary collections.
Stellar for middle grade science classrooms, particularly ones studying ocean life or habitats.
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Conoce a Jorge Luis Borges
These entries are recommended for elementary school libraries to enhance their Spanish-language biography collections.
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Conoce a Rubén Darío
These entries are recommended for elementary school libraries to enhance their Spanish-language biography collections.
An engaging and informative nonfiction text with all the facts about vaccinations. A must-have for middle school libraries.
Chavez’s prose and Le Large’s cartoon illustrations work well together to lighten up what is most often a difficult topic.
A thrilling historical account useful for report writing, those planning to visit the island, and entertainment.
This comprehensive book will hold greater appeal for horse-lovers, more than fans of WWII nonfiction. An additional purchase.
The title serves as an introductory resource to expand knowledge about holidays and seasons celebrated around the world, and could be successful in helping readers discover more about the topic.
Purchase where more picture book biographies about strong Latinx women are needed.
Don’t judge a book by a dated-looking cover. This title is an engaging read and would be good for those seeking to boost nonfiction and historical collections with this explosive title.
These titles include the background for the current state of book banning, as well as ideas to help librarians respond proactively and reactively. Turn to these titles for information and inspiration for the fight.
There's something for everyone in this roundup of active nonfiction. Some books teach readers how to go fishing, bird-watch, and get in touch with their mystic powers, while other offerings cover affirmations, puberty, and career readiness.
Gale offers comprehensive guides to mental health for teens. This three-book series tackles a range of mental health challenges.
A compelling story of a young girl remaining true to herself, this will inspire readers and athletes of all faiths.
Words and illustrations provide an excellent introduction to how one woman brought her love of fine Chinese food to the United States.
Positive, straightforward, and useful, this appealing graphic novel is a solid choice for youth collections.
An interesting and informative story focusing on both the history of the White House and menorahs. A good first buy.
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The Vincent van Gogh Atlas
This is well-crafted narrative nonfiction. Purchase where more coverage of the artist is needed.
Recommended for general purchase for all nonfiction collections; there are impossibly few resources available to this readership that take on this topic and cover it in such depth.
Recommended only for research or where presidential biographies are in demand or need updating.
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Pop-Up Planetarium
An excellent resource that is a recommended addition to any school library.
A great addition to any collection, as it builds an influential bond between readers and nature’s call to aid in its rejuvenation.
An approachable, comprehensive guide to empower kids to find their passion and make a change. A must-purchase for all libraries.
This book is especially recommended because it not only explains the growth of a successful writer, but it also can stimulate discussions of the ways in which reading and writing enrich our lives.
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We Are Free, You and Me
This is a powerful and accessible invitation for readers of all ages to embrace and support the freedom inherent to all.
A stunning book and essential purchase, stuffed with ideas, poetic musings, and more than one reason to connect with rocks wherever they are found.
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She Persisted: Dolores Huerta
An informative biography that highlights the importance of making difficult decisions and helping others, and an inspiring read for young audiences.
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Family and Feelings
In the books for new siblings space, this is a very thoughtful and thorough approach.
An outstanding choice for biography and science classes, women’s history studies, and Black history studies.
Answering deep questions, this book will encourage meaningful, grounded discussions and will be an important part of the elementary library collection.
A fantastic resource for introducing children to robotics. This book educates and inspires, making it a valuable addition to any children’s library.
An excellent purchase to help readers learn about the importance of the brain, and a great addition to Gravel’s other nonfiction titles.
A compelling set of stories that will fascinate animal lovers, and a recommended purchase.
This rich and inspiring true story will have children riveted.
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Violin of Hope
Recommended; this is a heartfelt story of loss, hope, and overcoming, based on true events.
A must purchase for all libraries to fill much needed positive disability representation in picture books.
Contemplative, joyful, and informative, this book is recommended for school and public libraries.
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The Speedy Spidersaurus
Good reading for the chapter book crowd, who will enjoy the fast-paced fun in this new series.
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The Outstanding Octokey
Good reading for the chapter book crowd, who will enjoy the fast-paced fun in this new series.
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Amu Nowruz and His Violets
This special folktale blooms to life upon the pages, and contains a sweet story of loneliness, friendship, and love.
This is an artistic masterpiece introducing readers to centuries of artistic movements, while reinforcing the strengths and merits of being one’s authentic self.
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The Curse of Madame Petrova
An eccentric fantasy set in the pastoral Middle Ages; fans of Lemony Snicket’s “Series of Unfortunate Events” will be drawn to this tale of wise and resourceful siblings trying to escape their fate.
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Head in the Clouds
Children who often have their heads in the clouds may enjoy poring over the illustrative collages and the sparse text, but many may not fully follow.
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Creepy Classroom
A gentle horror perfect for reading aloud, and for fans of Charles Gilman’s “Tales from Lovecraft Middle School” series.
A charming, inventive mystery with an art history component and a touch of magic.
Readers with an interest in either textile arts or science will love the visually dynamic combination this book presents. Overall, an enjoyable and educational read from start to finish.
This title can be used to enrich social studies curriculum, for reports, and to engage curious readers. A great choice for middle grade collections.
A highly recommended work that will have kids wanting to learn more about robotics.
The dense text, tedious prose, and somewhat proselytizing tone will cause browsers to pass while report writers will be better served with government websites. Selectors, consider alternatives.
Recommended for research purposes for middle schools, high schools, and public libraries.
An extensive, accessible, and relevant exploration of viruses and the people whose life’s work to study them have changed the course of humanity.
A wonderful addition to any library collection.
An utterly compelling narrative of a woman who was integral to the fight for Civil Rights and mostly overlooked by history. Colorful and engaging, it is a reminder of how much women sacrificed to fight for equality. Strong first buy.
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