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A comprehensive overview of an important topic, yet this book suffers from dense text with few pictures or interactive elements, which will hurt its young reader appeal. Recommended for middle school library collections.
A solemn and respectful reminder to younger readers of what was paid and what is owed
Gr 4-7–Gr 4-7 One essential skillset that young minds must develop in the age of app-based learning and online accessibility: to question everything...
A valuable work of nonfiction, this book will encourage girls and boys alike to treat all genders with equal dignity and respect.
Gripping illustrations and very effective text place readers in the middle of this dramatic night in American history. Recommended.
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Himalayan Nights
A solid choice for lower elementary readers and a book that will look great on displays
While the topic will garner interest, the format may be difficult for some readers. An additional purchase.
This book will not spark a reader’s interest in Bernstein or her art.
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Great Escapes
Daring escapes are a popular topic, and this may interest readers of the ‘I Survived’ series. Reluctant readers will appreciate the short chapters, but those clamoring for detail may want to look elsewhere.
An excellent addition to libraries serving upper elementary and middle school patrons who enjoy sports biographies.
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Grind: An Ode to Skateboarding
The jazzy look of this book will attract readers, who will appreciate its upbeat message most if they are already familiar with the sport.
Skillfully interweaving sports history with critical social and political contexts, this is an invaluable resource for students interested in American history, civil rights, and the enduring power of sports. An excellent and insightful historical non-fiction work and a must-have addition for school libraries.
This Spanish-language biography brings to light the incredible life and contributions of Luz Jiménez and is highly recommended for all Spanish children’s collections, especially where there are gaps in Mexican artist representation.
A thoughtful, beautifully crafted title that honors a literary classic on the eve of its centennial and introduces “the Best Bear in All the World” to a new generation.
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Forests
The book could stimulate readers to discuss, research, write about, and draw the forests in their neighborhood as well as forests around the world. A good introduction to an important topic.
A choice Spanish-language title for nonfiction shelves and curricular tie-ins.
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Beatrice and the Nightingale
Share with budding environmentalists and readers with a keen interest in music.
This is an informative and attractive book for your STEM minded readers, suitable for public and school libraries.
This stylish nonfiction title puts a large amount of information into an accessible, appealing format, ready to be shared instead of hoarded.
A significant, if possibly a bit sanitized, addition to baseball’s early history.
The personification works to great effect in this addition to the series and libraries should definitely give Venus her well-deserved spot on the shelves. Highly recommended.
Author and TikTok star Taylor Cassidy joins us to talk about her new book, Black History Is Your History.
A program that brings school librarians together over Zoom to share ideas and support one another has helped collection development.
An additional purchase for middle grade collections in need of an eye-catching and accessible mythology anthology.
Recommended for high school libraries in need of a collective biography of prominent Latine figures to inspire further study.
An unforgettable, fast-paced survival story written in language that is both accessible and authentic. A must-purchase for middle-grade collections where adventure, resilience, and true survival tales are in demand. Perfect for Hatchet fans looking for their next read.
Dr. Whitney Casares discusses her book, One-of-a-Kind Body and body image with pre-teens and teens.
An inspiring and energetic account of one man’s record-breaking journey around the world in a wheelchair, this is an uplifting and visually engaging biography of resilience and advocacy and a strong choice for classrooms and collections featuring changemakers and social justice role models.
A landmark work in the “kids love poop” genre, this is a must-buy for every collection.
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When Beavers Move In
A great read-aloud to celebrate Earth month, Indigenous innovation, and the resilience of the natural world.
A unique book among space-exploration titles, this is recommended for browsers and as a first step in the research process.
An important and well-done title that teachers will want to explore with their students.
Give this to fact fiends and fans of the “Science Comics” series.
Readers approaching adulthood need the reassurance, hope, and bravery that Budde provides. A strong purchase for middle grade and teen collections.
An excellent addition to earth science classrooms, elementary school libraries, and medium to large public libraries. Ideal for children who gravitate toward visual nonfiction and enjoy collecting interesting facts.
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World Soccer Kings
With a stealthy intention to bring poetry to sports-minded young readers, this book may be too light on sports facts to appeal to soccer fans and too basic in its execution to be a meaningful resource for aspiring poets.
The collection format makes it easy for libraries to offer multiple battles in one simple book and is a must-have for those serving elementary readers.
At a time when Messi biographies are in abundance, this one stands out for its celebration of the phenom’s dedication and resilience in the face of childhood struggles. A first purchase for school and public library biography shelves of an admirable role model.
With vibrant visuals and an incisive narrative, this compelling new look at the Age of Exploration is a first purchase for children’s nonfiction collections.
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To the Top of the World: Barbara Hillary, the First Black Woman to Reach the North and South Poles
Recommended for purchase for any collection wishing to spotlight a truly remarkable individual.
A remarkable tribute to those who made space travel possible in unexpected ways, this is a highly recommended STEM purchase to inspire a new generation of women.
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Take Me Out to the Ball Game
A rousing rendition of a classic song celebrating baseball’s legacy and appeal. Recommended for collections that are looking for sports-themed titles in their picture book collections
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Peek & Boo Day at the Zoo!
A simple search-and-find that also carries a warm message of friendship, this board book works for large groups and one-on-one readings.
This merits wide readership as a triumph in the fight for civil rights that may well be new even to better-read students of the era.
This engaging and informative starter look at soil and the wide variety of the flora and fauna that live there is a solid purchase for all libraries.
Potentially confusing for many readers and without an anchoring demographic, this is an unnecessary purchase for most libraries,
The topic is well worth exploring, but whale falls are not haunted and the elegance of how they function within the ecosystem is anything but spooky.
In picture book format, a light historical look at women who bucked societal conventions to wear athletic gear that allowed them to be faster and better. Good purchase for most libraries.
Informative and colorful, this biography is a great book for libraries, especially those paying attention to kaiju in manga, graphic novels, and other media.
Gr 1-4–Using a friendly tone and speaking directly to readers, this book explains how a carbon atom that is now in a human might once have been in the body of a dinosaur...
This is not compelling as a collection of stories as implied by the title, but it’s a serviceable addition to nonfiction collections.
Succinct text, audacious facts, and vibrant imagery make this nonfiction text a good selection for preschool-aged readers with an interest in animal adaptations.
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Flick! The Truth About Lizards
Lots of photographs and surprising information about lizards make this book both appealing and informative; this book could help launch student inquiries into a wide range of animal life.
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TIME for Kids: Planets
A strong purchase. Add this to your collection, especially if your science section could use a little star power.
A good choice for fans of the “Little People, Big Dreams” series, this biography will help inspire young athletes and bring much deserved attention to women’s sports.
A nice biographical introduction of an amazing woman and a good selection for a well-rounded collection.
Informative and engaging, this is an important addition to nonfiction library collections for elementary school-aged readers. Grades K-3
Recommended for purchase for nonfiction collections in both school and public libraries. This is a perfect nonfiction text for reluctant readers who may need some lighthearted humor.
Cassidy excels in making history personal in a way that middle grade readers will connect to and feel empowered by and lets young people know they too can be creative, break down barriers, and help their communities.
A thoroughly researched, visually appealing, and reader-friendly title that brings the hidden world of fungi to life
For collections in need of more diversity in their political leader sections, this book will make a great addition.
This is a brief introduction to some of the world’s museums but doesn’t provide detail beyond a cursory level. Recommended purchase for larger collections or those looking to expand their nonfiction holdings.
A good textbook for classroom use, or as a resource for reports.
Messner’s newest entry in the massively popular “History Smashers” series is accurate, entertaining, and compulsively readable–a must-purchase for library and classroom collections alike!
Great for fans of Annette Leblanc Cate’s Looking Up! Birdwatching in Your Own Backyard, this is a delightful addition to any elementary library and a fun introduction to ornithology.
An accessible title to both educate and show readers they are not alone. Reviewer: Amanda Borgia.
A must-purchase for libraries looking for books on algorithms, bias, and media literacy.
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The Magic in You
The idea for this book is a good one, but the execution doesn’t hold up. Purchase other magic books instead.
Not an essential purchase, but a work that will add to WWII collections.
A recommended purchase. Young readers interested in exploration will enjoy learning of these intense expeditions that occurred without modern winter gear and technologies.
Beyond bold illustrations and pitch-perfect rhythm make this bio-book a great pick for the shelves.
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Baby Go!: France
Board books are an inherently inviting form, but this title does not inspire travel, language skills, or even reading to the end.
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Messy or Neat
An ideal book to acclimate kids of all ages to the notion of clean-up; this book could not be more cheerful.
Despite the sprawl of information she’s offering, Siber neatly extends the idea of seeking and applying the wisdom of humans as well as animals in service of working with and caring for others. It’s a good idea.
Young readers will be motivated to engage with science in the latest edition of this series.
Not for school libraries, except for collections that include resource books aimed at families.
This would be an excellent addition to any children’s biography collection, especially those needing stories about health care workers or rural communities.–Debbie Tanner
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Dawn: Watch the World Awaken
This gorgeously illustrated book is an excellent first purchase, especially for libraries in need of books about animals and ecosystems, building vocabulary, or the enjoyment of a brand new day.
A valentine to Cohen and all artistry, this book reminds older readers to look within and may inspire children to aim high with their own gifts.
A must-have title that brings the wonders (and challenges) of Antarctica vividly to life.
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Supersquads! Animal Heroes
This book provides abundant information for young children in an enjoyable way, for group sharing or classroom use.
Above all, this essential book provides a unique perspective by showing how communities can enjoy the experience of watching animals that live nearby and assist them as needed so that they continue to live satisfying lives.
With language guaranteed to tickle any middle grader’s funny bone, this book makes learning about the endocrine and exocrine systems fun and engaging. Recommended for every middle school library.
Celebrating the lives and accomplishments of women in tennis, this is an excellent purchase for elementary school libraries, especially for classrooms with students interested in the sport.
For the generally curious and where browsable nonfiction, such as DK books, are popular.
Perfect for budding naturalists and a helpful addition to science collections.
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Watt’s Up?: Electricity at Work
Lacking a fresh perspective and new information, this is not an essential purchase for collections with existing resources about electricity.
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The Story and Science of Hope
Whether used to inspire activism or reflection, Curtis and Suárez’s book is a gift centered around hope. A good choice for middle school nonfiction shelves.
A great resource for introducing the Tudors and their impacts on England. A good first buy for all libraries.
A recommended purchase about the possibility of extraterrestrial life that combines scientific accuracy and rigor with age-appropriate language and format conventions.
From a personal immigration story to the latest picture book from Sonia Sotomayor, these works for young people highlight the accomplishments and history of Latine people.
This book offers a clear, vivid, and detailed look at the birth of genetics, and the many photographs and illustrations make the story come alive.
Great for nonfiction and adventure lovers; a good start for history projects and reluctant readers in late elementary and early middle school.
For nonfiction that elicits an emotional investment from readers, this is an excellent purchase for all libraries.
Yang’s abstract approach favors concepts over factual depth, making it less useful for reports but potentially valuable as a springboard for future research. A thoughtful addition where science-themed read-alouds or inspirational STEM titles are in demand.
A must-purchase biography that illuminates both an important American innovator and the origins of a timeless art form.
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My Community Loves Me
This animal-centric picture book will be a hit with animal lovers but may not be enjoyable for others.
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