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A lively, educational celebration of mariachi instruments and a strong addition to bilingual board book collections.
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La profecía equivocada
This magical boarding school drama with a Greek myth twist would be perfect for Spanish-language fantasy collections.
A must for Spanish-language collections serving tweens, especially where fantasy is popular.
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Eres libre
This poetic picture book teaches children about diversity, freedom, identity, and respecting others; it’s a great addition to any SEL collection.
A more fact-driven but engaging introduction to bunnies. Ideal for themed, bilingual story times or early Spanish nonfiction collections.
A charming introduction to read at home or for a themed bilingual story time.
A visually playful introduction to Latin American treats that works best for Spanish-speaking families. While the concept is appealing, stronger Spanish-language board books exist for teaching vocabulary.
These illustrated works, including a board book, early reader, and two picture books, are heartwarming picks that are sure to be hits beyond Valentine’s Day.
Lunar New Year is February 17. Here are some titles to share with young readers, including a new chapter book from Grace Lin.
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Love in Ruins
A good fit for older readers looking for a book involving Mediterranean culture along with a tale of a teen finding her voice.
An excellent addition to YA collections. Hand to any fans of fairy tales.
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Every Last Liar
Highly recommended for high school libraries, especially where gritty, fast-paced thrillers are popular. Hand this to fans of Holly Jackson and Stephen King.
Readers who enjoy fantasy, mystery, theatre, and a little bit of romance will love this twisty story.
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Ungodly Chaos
Action-packed and a lot of fun for readers seeking an entertaining supernatural murder mystery.
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Love on Ice
Librarians who can’t keep Jenny Han or Julie Murphy on their shelves should add this sweet romance to the collection.
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The Danger of Small Things
A thoughtful and somber read reminiscent of Margaret Atwood’s The Handmaid’s Tale and Ray Bradbury’s Fahrenheit 451, with an environmental crisis backdrop and heavy with important issues.
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Ambrosia Lee Drops the Mic
This book is smart, funny, and sneakily unputdownable. Give this to fans of John Green, Jenny Han, and Holly Smale.
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Goodbye and Everything After
A beautiful portrayal of grief, love, and acceptance that delivers a heartwarming sense of peace by the conclusion.
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Dragon Cursed
An excellent romantasy series opener with complex worldbuilding and an absorbing narrator.
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Each and Every Spark
Engaging historical fiction with a contemporary spin and a dash of detective intrigue. Recommended.
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Chris Makes a Friend
A book for socially awkward bibliophiles and kids experiencing family upheaval.
A strongly written, spooky choice for any middle school library. An outstanding recommendation for readers who enjoy R.L. Stine’s “Goosebumps” series or are drawn to the horror/fantasy genre.
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A Sea Monster Conundrum
A jam-packed, fast-paced adventure that will satisfy series fans and entice newcomers to jump in. Recommended for juvenile fiction collections.
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Kid X
A high-interest superhero sequel that has plenty of action without sacrificing depth. Highly recommended for fans of the X-Men, Shazam!, and Into the Spider-Verse.
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Outside
This fast-paced roller coaster of a thrill ride is perfect for Margaret Peterson Haddix fans.
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Europa
Perfect for mystery lovers who enjoy Stuart Gibbs’s “Spy School” and a great addition to collections where the previous installments in Ponti’s series are popular.
A lovely book that will appeal to multiple readers; this will be hard to keep on the shelf.
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Nadia Islam, On the Record
Recommended for purchase for elementary collections, especially for readers who enjoyed Saadia Faruqi’s “Yasmin” series but are ready for more challenging texts.
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Goodbye, French Fry
A mildly didactic sequence of slice-of-life vignettes. Purchase where realistic fiction featuring culturally diverse characters is needed.
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Bad Sister
Fans of the “Identikill” series will want to know the ending; purchase where the first title is popular.
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Checked Out
A secondary purchase for collections in need of accessible engaging texts and for those with fans of social themes.
A strong addition to libraries, perfect for sharing stories about growing up, familial love, and learning to take on new responsibilities.
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When I Redraw the World
A terrific picture book that will work in many kinds of units for many types of readers, asking hard questions while also making problems surmountable.
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Come on Out!
This engaging picture book breaks the fourth wall for young readers in an accessible way, inviting them to be part of the story as it unfolds.
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The Rare Bird
Share this playful episode with children to offer a sense of the bracing joy of temporarily viewing the world through different eyes
This lovely story about gender stereotypes, with its fun scenes and solid messaging, is an excellent addition to any library’s picture book collection.
Each story stands alone, making this a flexible and valuable resource for parents, caregivers, and educators seeking to help children navigate complex emotions and ethical dilemmas. Thoughtful, entertaining, and visually appealing, it’s a strong addition to early childhood SEL collections.
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There’s a Bunny in Your Book
Purchase where other books in the series are popular or where collections are in need of more interactive titles.
Full of corny humor, absurd situations, stilted dialogue, and (a little bit of) basketball, this faux-futuristic adventure with a sports twist may appeal to sports-loving families.
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I Told a Little Lie
Not a mandatory purchase but a fun and important one that would do well supporting a collection in need of materials dealing with complex emotions. It is a charming choice for one-on-one sharing and a natural springboard for conversations about telling the truth.
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A Friend Is a Friend Is a Friend
This is a helpful, jovial addition on camping for collections with its gentle guidance on friendship and how to cultivate it.
An appealing picture-book introduction to the wide world of bread-baking, good for classroom units or story hours.
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This Superhero Needs Your Help!
A wonderful creative adventure, though inappropriate for library circulating.
A solid book to talk about the life cycles of bears, kindness to others, using pictures to make predictions, making pancakes, and seasonal changes.
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Just Right
Illustrating the importance of emotionally supportive caregivers, this heartwarming story is “just right” for every library collection.
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Cat’s New Book
Charming illustrations and an approachable story make this a worthy selection for school and public libraries.
A first purchase for all libraries, this is a resource for celebrating spring but also for recognizing the beauty and brevity of all life.
Add this to all picture book collections, as it’s sure to be enjoyed by students and teachers alike.
An outstanding reminder that we are all emotional beings, and that for all their smaller bodies, children’s feelings are as big and intense as any adult’s.
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Ayah and the Big World Outside
This lovely and accurate story supports readers in developing empathy and imagination. A unique and beautiful addition to picture book collections.
Share these selections from Hena Khan, Saadia Faruqi, Huda Fahmy, and more in January and all year long.
Blessings are all around in these gentle picture books that exalt sharing and gratitude in a manner accessible to children.
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Hoot Hoot
Perfect for story hours and one-on-one reading, this will be a crowd-pleasing choice on library shelves.
A strong addition from a neurodivergent author and illustrator that will resonate with many children and families.
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The Smushkins: ABC Zoinks
A strong primer for early ABC learning and a recommended purchase for most libraries.
A joyful and informative introduction to the Chinese New Year that belongs on library shelves.
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One Night In Bethlehem
A suitable purchase if more religious board books are needed in the collection.
A striking blend of high-contrast art and real photography that makes this a first purchase for most collections.
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My Mom Loves . . . Music!
An additional purchase for libraries seeking books that highlight mothers.
A first purchase wherever Taylor Swift is popular, which is to say, everywhere
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Charlotte’s Web: Board Book
Although the original chapter book remains a beloved work of literature, this simplified adaptation is one that libraries can comfortably skip.
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Who Will Rule the Trees?
Libraries seeking modestly religious creation stories may find this a quiet, sturdy edition to add to the shelves.
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Go Bananas!
Pull this one out when the classroom or story hour needs a reset and some giggles.
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Spirit Shadow
An additional purchase for collections seeking more Indigenous representation.
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Turtle Slept In
Fans of this prolific author’s work as well as children who love nature and seashore life will enjoy this short, beautifully illustrated story.
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Planting Hope
A vibrant picture book, this would be a good selection for libraries, with a celebration of hope that is always welcome.
This wonderful book would be a solid addition to any library as a reminder for all ages to appreciate the small things.
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Home Away from Home
Sweet celebration of faraway family, the beauty of culture, and common experiences Nuha and Jadda share make this a standout. Recommended for all collections.
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Shrinking Violet
This title is a great addition to social-emotional learning collections, offering a dynamic and unique approach to discussing anxiety, inner strength, and resilience with young readers during a fun and compelling read-aloud.
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Sockflea: A Stuffie in the Wind
This book is a surefire hit for story hours, providing laugh-out-loud moments contained in an adorable bundle of elephant energy.
An excellent addition to any library’s poetry collection, and good for teaching about the gifts of the natural world.
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The Shy Book
A kind and gentle introduction to the challenges of being shy, this book will help those who are feeling those pangs and those who want to help them.
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Luna and the Night
Crafted with care, from texts to illustrations, this book will help young readers understand their fears.
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Miriam and Her Dancing Shoes
A nice addition to libraries where religious stories are of high interest.
This joyful collaboration will be equally enjoyed by children who already know about Hajj and by those who are learning of it for the first time.
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The Wildest Thing
An excellent read-aloud for young children at home with a parent or older sibling, this book inspires a love of nature and a healthy disregard for all that is prim and proper.
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How to Comfort a Monster
A poignant tale of friendship and feelings, and a relevant addition to picture book collections.
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A Black Girl and Her Braids
A great book for cultural education and appreciation. This book will be of interest to all collections.
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When We Were Snails
A touching celebration of the love between parent and child, even during time apart, and especially good for children who may be experiencing separation.
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Bing’s Cherries
A beautifully told and authentically grounded tale honoring the immigrant behind the famous Bing cherry and celebrating Chinese American resilience and contribution.
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The Worried Book
Overall, a very simple introduction to big feelings for the smallest listeners.
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Billie Builds a RoboCorn
This story packs a punch. It’s great for those looking to beef up their SEL sections.
A good segue to reassurance for the very young, but this may be too specific for a wider audience.
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Mousestache Moosestache
A fun addition to any humor collection. This is great for a lap sit, or for use in small groups.
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A Home on the Page
A powerful story with beautiful illustrations that not only calls out the hate that is in the world today but also provides a message of hope for those who are in search of a creative outlet to find their proverbial home. Recommended.
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