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For all collections, this is a fond twin memorial both to a dog and to a beloved writer and artist.
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My First Book of Evolution
Perfect for students just beginning their study of evolution or for those who need a refresher, this is a worthy addition to the shelves.
A delightful outdoor handbook to ignite curiosity and a passion for nature, this is a great resource for nature units as well as hands-on activities to bring a creative writing program to life.
A solid biography and an important addition to law and LGBTQIA+ collections.
Best suited to a more intimate reading setting, this book celebrates positive homeschooling experiences for elementary school-aged readers.
Not so much a picture book biography as a soaring, enticing tribute to a strong and distinctive artist.
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Here Is a Book
Focused on capturing the creative process and its power to, in turn, inspire further creation, this title is broad in scope; the wide landscapes and tight vignettes will encourage young people to find the stories around themselves in places large and small.
This book presents compelling information about the history of space travel and the Earthrise image but may struggle to compete with highly colorful, image-rich space books.
Full of interesting information about scat but would likely appeal to a limited audience. An additional purchase.
Gripping and wrenching. A must for all libraries.
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Hello Hello Numbers
A must-have for all libraries; this introduces one of the most fascinating aspects of the language to a group who just loves learning.
A popular choice for libraries and a great tool for encouraging relaxation and mindfulness.
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Curious Me! Feelings
A great resource for supporting emotional literacy in early learners and their families.
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Read-and-Play Rocket
A stellar choice for libraries, classrooms, and space lovers everywhere.
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My First Book of Camping
Perfect for inspiring families to explore nature together, this title is a wonderful addition to collections where camping is valued in the community.
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Trees Stand Tall
This title is a lovely blend of education and storytelling, perfect for shared family reading or classroom use.
With Americana-style illustrations, this picture book biography about the first woman to serve on the Supreme Court is a solid first purchase.
This is a first purchase for any library’s nonfiction collection.
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Okchundang Candy
A beautiful, emotional take on family and history. Full of layers to explore with upper elementary students and beyond.
Though forced rhymes limit its read-aloud potential, an appealing design and upbeat message make this is an acceptable choice for caregivers looking for a gentle introduction to the ever-popular topic of zoos and animal conservation.
A perfect pairing for classes that teach I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings or other works by Angelou, this picture book will also be at home in a read-aloud or elementary setting. Recommended purchase for all libraries.
A developmentally appropriate choice for the earliest readers, but libraries should consider the title’s short circulation life before purchasing, especially if it gets into the hands of a curious toddler.
Educators seeking to expand the biography shelves with 1980s icons may find this useful.
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TIME for Kids: Insects
An informative book about insects, and a welcome addition to libraries looking to expand their early reader nonfiction selection.
A surefire hit for baseball fans young and old, and a resource for social studies, history, and language arts.
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POP! Goes the Nursey Rhyme
Readers familiar with traditional Mother Goose rhymes and those drawn to the absurd will most appreciate this additional purchase.
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The Friendship Guide
Being a good friend is one of the best ways to preserve friendship with others, but it is a skill that must be learned and practiced to be successful. This well-researched guide helps children make a connection with the important choices that make a person a good friend.
This worthy attempt at a book that operates as a two-for-one will need some book-talking to get it into the right hands.
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Taylor Swift: Superstar!
This simple story of Swift’s life will keep young readers enchanted and is a recommended purchase for libraries frequented by Swifties.
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In the Desert
This well-crafted book is an excellent resource for language arts, animal studies, and geography units. The eye-catching art and wordplay also make this an excellent choice for reading aloud.
Reading about the determination of these women, both in sports and in life, may encourage young readers to similarly face any challenges in front of them. Share these titles for Women's History Month and all year.
A highly recommended addition to all YA nonfiction collections.
Richly detailed and deeply human, this title serves as both an inspiring tribute to its subjects and a thought-provoking examination of the ongoing journey toward gender equity in STEM.
As a starting place for research, readers will find this book informational.
A fun, engaging rhyming stomp through the farmyard. Hand to fans of Jack Prelutsky or Shel Silverstein.
This thoughtful collection rewards repeat readings, begs to be shared or read aloud, and will resonate with a wide audience of readers and educators.
A solid addition to any collection, providing a pairing of arts and STEM.
A visually stimulating counting book that engages young children both in small and large group settings.
Sure to be read and enjoyed again and again, this is a highly recommended addition for all library collections.
A recommended addition to library and classroom collections.
Add to collections in need of updates, but catalog it with the joke books rather than poetry to reach the right readers.
A handy tool for extending skill with poetry and word play. While it seems unlikely that most children able to both read and do the writing would be attracted to the cheerful animal stories, the clear and well designed writing and thinking exercises could build poetry interest and ability in the early grades.
An excellent introduction to our awesome planet for novice geographers and poets alike.
A beautifully designed addition to biography collections, spotlighting a singular female artist.
An excellent physics primer and inspiration for young engineers who enjoy creating their own machines to perform simple tasks.
Purchase several copies. Your dinosaur fans will hate returning this one.
The beautiful, smooth illustrations accompany this simple yet stunning story that encourages readers’ curiosity to find the beauty in the natural world.
This deeply felt coverage of the inflection points for so many communities is a must-have for all libraries.
A first purchase for all libraries desiring an interesting and beautiful story about this important prairie ecosystem contributor. Highly recommended.
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Whales in the City
A fascinating and accessible story about whales and the water they live in. Great for a read-aloud, especially for Earth Day.
An excellent choice for any nonfiction collection.
This is a highly approachable book on mathematics, recommended for all libraries.
Although adult assistance will be required for some recipes, this fun and eye-catching cookbook will be a tasty resource for STEAM programs.
A must-have for middle schools, high schools, and public libraries that support maker clubs and other youth-driven innovation groups.
Recommended for most collections, especially where personal accounts of neurodivergence and LGBTQIA+ identities are in demand.
Budding scientists and animal lovers will keep this stellar title in full circulation as they learn the mysteries and history of octopuses, from their biology, habitats, habits, and threats to their future.
Hand this book to a favorite elementary or middle school art teacher.
A well-formulated biographical overview, highlighting talented athletes who don’t fall into molds easily. A general purchase.
An excellent book that truly combines empathy and compassion as well as wisdom and practical advice in a way that feels helpful as well as empowering.
Put this one in the hands of information hounds and science-report writers, along with report-assigning teachers.
A solid purchase for body systems book that can be shared to a whole group or used for personal exploration.
A great first purchase for Swifties and people curious about her. The book reveals both her artistic side and her business sense, which have combined to bring her to dominance in the music industry.
High school students with a deep interest in history, race relations, and the roots of modern American gun violence will want to pick this up, though more casual readers may find its length and depth too intimidating.
This title is an excellent addition to any developing artist’s library, a middle school or high school library, or any arts-based instructor’s collection.
This is a thought-provoking work and highly recommended for high school collections.
Given how many people are in their Swift era these days, it is difficult to imagine not including this work in library collections for adults and teens alike.
A thrilling tour of the universe, spanning from its origins to its potential end.
A wonderful addition to this creative bilingual series, this title shows children different types of instruments in English and Spanish while also highlighting a talented artisan from Mexico.
A warm and accessible celebration of tradition, this is a first purchase for libraries.
A fun addition to libraries, especially for those with young pop music fans.
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Whose Poop Is That?
Guaranteed to be a hit with kids fascinated by the natural world, this is a recommended purchase for most libraries.
A good purchase for most library collections.
With interactive elements that invite discovery on every page, this title is a must-have for nonfiction lovers.
A heartwarming and inclusive celebration of family, this is a first purchase for all libraries.
Celebrating history shapers like John Lewis and Mae Jemison and lesser-known individuals with comparable impact, such as playwrights August Wilson and Lorraine Hansberry, and engineer Raye Montague, these 28 titles share the lives, struggles, and triumphs of notable Black Americans.
Benthic burrows, rabbit holes, whatever you call them: they are detours well worth the extra mileage. And mostly—they’re not even detours. They’re part of the journey.
Some kids love narrative nonfiction; others, expository literature. Learn more about these two styles of books and browse a list of recent outstanding examples.
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Marvel’s Iron Man Goes Magnetic
Children will come for Iron Man, but stay for the fun science.
A storylike text, with tender turns and intricately laced drawings, this is the best of nature writing.
Science makes you think, but like art or literature, it can also make you laugh, dream, see and appreciate the world, or even just your own brain, in new, exciting ways.
Author Karen Valby discusses her book, THE SWANS OF HARLEM
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When a Book Begins
A silly, slim collection brought down by too many clunky spots. Not recommended.
Not recommended for libraries. Keepsake pages at the end for recording a baby’s milestones make it better for gifting than library collections.
From mediocre verses about literary characters and politics to consistently shoddy rhymes, this poetry collection is an optional purchase. For updating children’s collections, stick with Chris Harris’s engaging poetry titles.
A fascinating and informative read that celebrates the courage and collaboration behind one of NASA’s most remarkable achievements, this will captivate readers of all interests and abilities.
Breathtaking and beautiful, this resonant Spanish-language book about the author’s experience with English as a child is a must-have for collections everywhere.
Seek-and-finds, stories about escape challenges, and other engaging titles.
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