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Carefully researched, this nonfiction biography connects readers with an early freedom fighter in a way that effectively supports historical curricula featuring the American Revolution.
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Little Ghost’s Summerween
A delightful follow-up for fans of the first book and for anyone who loves a dash of Halloween any time of year. A warm, funny exploration of identity and friendship that will resonate with children finding their place in the world.
This exciting second book in the series is zany and entertaining, perfect for fans of the first.
This is a compelling and sweet must-read for all teen romantasy readers who want a cozy but adventure-packed story.
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Bear and Bird: The Cloud
A charming friendship tale and a strong addition to picture bookshelves
Readers will readily connect with Javier and his friends, whose fears, friendships, and emotional struggles feel genuine and relatable. Recommended where verse novels are popular.
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Change of Plans
Anyone transitioning into adulthood or who enjoys realistic coming-of-age stories will want to pick this one up. Highly recommended for school and public libraries.
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This Must Be the Place
A recommended purchase. This book will appeal to fans of Julie Murphy and Casey McQuiston.
Dante is an endearing character whose passion for soccer and ballet meld together to create something new and inspiring, encouraging readers to embrace kindness and the possibilities that come along with differences.
A dreamy story with sophisticated illustrations that will live in the minds of readers long after its conclusion. Recommended.
This hard-to-put-down mystery centering an ensemble cast is a solid choice for fans of the genre, especially for those who loved Karen McManus’s One of Us Is Lying or Jennifer Lynn Barnes’s The Inheritance Games.
Succinct and accessible, this novel makes a perilous and uncertain moment in American history tangible for contemporary middle graders.
A compassionate, thought-provoking story that encourages empathy and innovation. Highly recommended for middle school readers and educators.
A compelling story that is highly recommended for any high school library with romance readers.
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The White Raven
Thrilling art conveys more than the unsubtle text to promote dialogue on these worthy topics.
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Dino Mode Activated!
With some shortcomings, this title still delivers big laughs, imaginative chaos, and meaningful representation, making it a fun and affirming choice for young readers.
In this giggle-inducing story for readers across a solid grade range, Monster’s unique conundrum offers an amusing, unexpected adventure down a familiar path.
A must for all collections, this hilarious story full of puns shows readers how creativity can be more important than size in getting a job done correctly.
A perfect addition to beginning chapter book collections where the “Unicornia” series is popular, this is also amazing for kids who love unicorns and mermaids.
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Juneteenth
Bold, bright art effectively introduces a holiday rich with meaning and full of fun celebrations in simple terms for board book audiences.
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The Day My Brother Became a Tree
A tender portrayal of a sibling relationship in the face of a difficult life change.
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All We Hunger For
The premise is engaging, the themes are clear, and the blend of social commentary, competition, and romance makes this enjoyable, especially for those drawn to stories about defiance, disguise, and hope found in unexpected places.
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Like We Were in Paris
This lighthearted novel is suggested as a first purchase for expanding LGBTQIA+ young adult collections.
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Bad Badger: A Family Story
To be perfectly frank, this flock of odd ducks welcomes everyone. A quirky title recommended for fiction collections.
A truly stellar example of the best that horror can be, perfect for high schoolers who are not quite ready to engage with the works of Andrew Joseph White.
A good addition to picture book collections, and a solid choice for discussing emotions with young readers.
For libraries in need of building their holiday collections, pick this one up. It will reach those who are looking for something fun and a little bit different, any time of year.
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Every Exquisite Thing
This modern twist on a classic paints beauty, fame, and ambition in haunting new shades.
A bright, funny picture book that reassures young children that all feelings, even the grumpy ones, are more than okay
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Juneteenth: A Board Book
Children and families will enjoy seeing themselves depicted in this book. A worthy addition to most board book collections.
A strong choice for school and public libraries, this is a positive, engaging story for upper middle graders and a welcome addition to baseball fiction collections.
A successful cultural introduction and celebration of Ganesha Chaturthi that encourages readers to think about kindness, patience, and self-reflection, this is well-suited to family and classroom settings.
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The River She Became
Young readers hoping to join the romantasy trend without high levels of spice will find much to savor.
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Rafi and Rita
With laugh-out-loud humor, this zesty lesson in getting along with a sibling is an excellent read-aloud and should appeal to a wide audience of readers young and old.
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Rebecca the White House Raccoon
No matter how Rebecca ended her days, the photographs of her at the White House bring history to young readers, making this a solid purchase for most libraries.
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Piet Finds a Home
A cute but slight picture book that differentiates the seasons and amplifies the beauty of the larger natural world around us.
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The Beckett Effect
A page-turning high school drama that is smart and entertaining. Highly recommended for high school libraries.
A Gothic ghost story haunted by colonial treatment of indigenous Hawaiians, this will stay with readers long after they have finished.
A powerful, unflinching exploration of Islamophobia, identity, and grief. An essential purchase for all collections.
A rollicking adventure that can serve for some readers as a bridge from comic books to novels.
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Journey Through the Waterfall
With its warm message, appealing visuals, and relatable themes, the book is a strong choice for early chapter book readers who enjoy adventure with heart.–Jessica Calaway
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The Crayons’ Book of Manners
This amusing introduction and reminder of basic manners, similar to Sesyle Joslin’s What Do You Say, Dear? is a great first buy.
The relative simplicity of the story (once the key elements have been established) and characters is more likely to appeal to younger teens than Taylor’s “Daughter of Smoke and Bone” series, but it will be savored by listeners longing to be transported to the faerie realm.
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Sage and Her Seven Dresses
Best enjoyed in a close setting so readers can explore and discuss the whimsical illustrations, this book is particularly well-suited to children who appreciate tales of love and family.
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El camino de la vida
This work shares the importance of love throughout a lifetime. It is a great addition to every library’s Spanish language collection and a good choice for SEL collections.
Easy-flowing rhymes plus construction equipment, vibrant illustrations, and strong female representation in nontraditional roles culminate in a standout title.
A brilliant blend of dystopian and contemporary fantasy that will leave readers in complete awe by the end.
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Blue Beach
An engaging period piece with an easy-to-follow mystery and highly compelling characters, this is especially relevant for its realistic depictions of race and class in American society.
A lively, heartfelt fantasy anchored by humor and queer community; a strong addition to YA and upper middle grade collections. Fans of Lukens or authors like Mackenzi Lee and Aiden Thomas will not be disappointed.
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La Casa
A fantastic purchase for libraries with native Spanish speakers or Spanish-language learners, add this to picture book shelves.
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Destiny Ink: Sleepover Surprise
An engaging, wonderful addition to transitional chapter book collections. Children will relate to Destiny and have a great time laughing and reading along.
A gentle, engaging story about friendship and resilience that highlights the connection between one kind of dinosaur and birds is an excellent choice for developing fluency and confidence.
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Cactus Home
A solid addition to any beginning reader collection. Also useful in SEL lessons.
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Rani Deshpande Takes the Wheel
A recommended novel that will resonate particularly with eldest daughters of immigrant families.
Whether listeners at a read-aloud, or independent readers, children will adore Princess Minna, and enjoy comparing her story to the traditional tale.
Best suited as an additional purchase, particularly for collections building interest ahead of an upcoming World Cup.
These eight picture books, including Jonah Winter's The Burning of the Books and Gideon Sterer's The Dream, prove the power of the format, with or without words.
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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.
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.
A lively, educational celebration of mariachi instruments and a strong addition to bilingual board book collections.
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Corner Kick! A Branches Book
Fans of the “Ballpark Mysteries” and “MVP” series by David A. Kelly will enjoy this informative, accessible soccer story.
This charming story will engage new readers, and the colorful illustrations will help them navigate the story. It’s recommended for purchase.
A must-purchase, universally appealing story to build on diversity and social justice in early fiction collections. Neville’s debut is sure to be a hit with fans of the “Jada Jones,” “Jo Jo Makoons,” and “Yasmin” series.
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The Healer and the Phoenix
Recommended for independent readers who enjoy fast-moving fantasies.
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Penelope Positano Sees It All
An energetic girl takes the starring role in a story that young readers will enjoy.
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The Three Wolves
This enthralling book will capture the hearts of animal lovers who will be rooting for the successful release of the wolf pups. Recommended for collections seeking fresh, nature-centered stories.
A lighthearted chapter book that honors Cree culture while navigating the complexities of identity, change, and friendship.
As a balm to frenetic, quick-cut storytelling; as a soul-filling friendship tale; as the satisfying conclusion to a beautiful series
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Confessions of a Mango
A story about belonging and neurodivergence; put this into the hands of any shy tween.
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The Water You’re Swimming In
A perfect addition to middle grade realistic and sports fiction collections. Recommended for all libraries.
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Hometown Treasure Hunt
This charming middle grade series has the perfect blend of humor, adventure, family, and friendship. Readers unfamiliar with geocaching are bound to want to start exploring wherever they live.
Young readers who love a simple whodunit mystery with a bit of paranormal activity thrown in will enjoy the worldbuilding in this novel and eagerly await future entries.
This novel is great for upper elementary readers who enjoy mysteries, science, and a touch of the supernatural.
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Midnight Mayhem
A warm tale about friendship and belonging that will circulate well where quirky realistic fiction is popular.
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Deep Secrets: A Titanic Novel
Young readers who are intrigued by the Titanic sinking will enjoy this fresh angle to the story and will appreciate the well-conceived plot of “deep secrets” that are gradually (and satisfyingly) revealed by the end. Highly recommended for historical fiction and mystery fans.
A witty fantasy that celebrates ingenuity and subverts prophecy; a strong pick for readers who enjoy genre-bending adventures.
A true triumph of the genre, with gripping pacing, authentic characters, and a balance of coming-of-age and survival. Older middle grade readers will be riveted by this heartfelt thriller; a must for all library collections.
Recommended for readers who enjoy quick, plot-driven books featuring offbeat characters with superhuman powers.
Fans of Sharon M. Draper’s “Out of My Mind” series will love this new story. Highly recommended for all school and public libraries and K–12 children’s literature collections in academic libraries.
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Wild Mountain Ivy
An additional purchase for middle grade collections, but a first purchase for collections in need of stories centering young people with chronic illness.
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One Night at Camp Bigfoot
Just spooky and silly enough for every “Goosebumps” fan, this is a recommended addition to juvenile fiction collections.
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The Blue Dress
A timely and powerful story of immigration, puberty, and healthy food and body habits for tweens. Highly recommended for purchase.
A comparison to His Dark Materials feels inevitable, particularly given Anya’s feisty character, and this is similarly a charming and often grittier-than-expected audiobook for fantasy fans.
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Falling Like Leaves.
A warm, seasonal choice for those looking for Rainbow Rowell’s Pumpkinheads or Jenny Han’s To All the Boys I’ve Loved Before.
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Schooled
A candid examination of grief; readers will appreciate the honest exploration of loss. Best for collections where Sumner’s titles are popular.
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A Guide to Falling Off the Map
A title sure to resonate with teens who like romance grounded by realistic issues where the barriers to the happy ending are internal conflicts.
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Incredibly Penelope
Passive characters with dated speech and actions make this a frustrating choice, though this could be recommended as a read-alike for the classic.
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