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What Jewish Looks Like
In a world where anti-Semitic violence has steadily risen since 2016, this book delivers a reminder that Jewish people are musicians, athletes, activists, religious leaders, and just like everyone else
Guaranteed to inspire young scientists and environmentalists eager to learn how the past can guide us to a sustainable future. Highly recommended for the middle school library and classroom.
A great resource for research projects and nature enthusiasts, recommended for middle grade science collections. Finally, some good news about the future of honey bees!
A worthy addition for collections looking to broaden coverage in their religions representation.
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Hello, I’m a Sloth
Warm presentations of vulnerable species will appeal to young animal lovers in these read alouds.
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Hello, I’m a Quokka
Warm presentations of vulnerable species will appeal to young animal lovers in these read alouds.
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Hello, I’m a Pangolin
Warm presentations of vulnerable species will appeal to young animal lovers in these read alouds.
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Chomp! The Truth About Sharks
A delightful first buy, full of fun and interesting facts and photos that will appeal to shark fanatics and the merely curious.
With its unique blend of science, humor, and visual appeal, this is a must-read for anyone curious about the natural world.
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.
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 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.
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.
Complete with scientific sources and interactive activities, this title is great for middle grade and early high school readers.
An excellent purchase for elementary and middle school nonfiction collections where dinosaurs and prehistoric beasts are always of interest.
An interesting look at some famous musicians when they were “just kids.”
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.
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A Guide to Grief
Recommended. This is an age-appropriate and culturally sensitive introduction to grief and loss that gives some scientifically backed strategies to support young people, their friends, and families.
This insightful and gentle introduction to Pakistani culture, authored by individuals with firsthand experience in the country, is a valuable addition to any collection.
This collection is a worthwhile addition for libraries aiming to enhance their language sections.
This title will be enjoyed by many and could be a first purchase for libraries.
Sure to fascinate toddlers through very early elementary children, this title a must-have for most libraries.
For collections low on board book counting titles, this suits, otherwise it’s a supplemental purchase for most libraries.
This beautifully illustrated book deserves a place on every shelf.
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Hello Hello Opposites
This is a great purchase for libraries looking to expand their animal or concept collections, and a great way to introduce an essential aspect of environmental studies for the young.
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Baby Loves Paleontology
Aimed at a preschool and older audience, this board book is a valuable addition to most library collections.
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Flora and Friends Colors
This masterful use of colors makes it a purchase for most libraries.
Children fascinated by firefighting will return to this book time and time and again, making it a purchase for most libraries.
This accessible, well-tuned collection of poetry will reassure and delight young readers in equal measure.
An excellent purchase for elementary nonfiction collections where animal facts and poetry can enhance readers’ experiences when they’re engaged with both.
A fun purchase for elementary graphic novel and poetry collections due to the exciting nature of the poems and the self-contained stories.
A short, simple, witty group of poems about the ups and downs of being a dog that would make a nice addition to a larger library collection.
A playful addition to larger poetry collections.
A beautiful collection of poems that is sure to be a sweet naptime and bedtime companion.
This artistic picture book is best suited to bedtime reads between children and treasured caregivers.
A worthwhile addition to libraries looking to add accessible poetry for young readers.
A great read for every child, but Black children will find these pages especially gratifying and welcoming.
A first purchase for middle school and high school collections where illustrated poetry is in demand, and a strong recommendation for thoughtful poetry lovers.
A great resource on animal coping behavior as well as on how fires can sometimes be beneficial to nature.
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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.
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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Outdoor Farm, Indoor Farm
An excellent addition to libraries looking for books about farming and sustainable food systems.
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.
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.
A worthwhile purchase for lower elementary libraries that use informational texts for research.
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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.
Recommended for history, sports, and biography collections looking for excellent picture books that ably diversify their offerings for this age group.
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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.
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 notable book with beautiful language and memorable illustrations that uplift the power of devotion; it will also appeal to budding ornithologists.
This factual and inspiring account will resonate with many readers, and is an especially good choice for women’s history month.
A great and informative addition to any collection, especially where STEAM is popular.
This book gives young readers a sense of the creativity and variety of art created by the Black artists as they revisit their thoughts about the Black experience. A useful source for investigating artists, art, and Black history.–Myra Zarnowski
This thoughtful introduction to a difficult subject is a first purchase for all collections
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Alive
A welcome addition to most nonfiction collections. Like any self-help book, the advice here is subjective and will not resonate with every reader, but there are many who will embrace its affirming messages.
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.
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.
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.
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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.
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