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Judy Blume Chapter Book Collection (Boxed Set)
Rediscover Judy Blume's beloved classic chapter books--The Pain and the Great One, The One in the Middle Is a Green Kangaroo, and Freckle Juice--now available together in a collectible boxed set! No one knows more about growing up than Judy Blume. And in her classic chapter books, full of humor and heart, she tells it like it is to even the youngest readers.
From Andrew, who is so desperate to get freckles of his own he's willing to do anything, including drinking a very suspicious concoction, to the Pain and the Great One who squabble over who mom and dad love best, to Freddy who just wants a way to break out of being smooshed in the middle and stand out, there's something for everybody in this collection.
Target age group 6 to 10 -
Lil Mouse Is in the House! (My Weirder-Est School #12)
With more than 30 million books sold, the My Weird School series really gets kids reading! For this final installment of the My Weirder-est School arc, it's time to break out the caps and gowns!
A.J. and his friends are graduating from third grade. Eeeeek!
The kids have the chance to choose a guest speaker for the ceremony, and their minds are all set on one person: the most popular singer and rapper in the world, Lil Mouse! Will they be able to get their favorite celebrity and have the greatest graduation in the history of graduations?
Perfect for reluctant readers and all kids hungry for funny school stories, Dan Gutman's hugely popular My Weird School chapter book series has something for everyone. Don't miss the hilarious adventures of A.J. and the gang!
Target age group 6 to 10 -
Ancestor Approved: Intertribal Stories for Kids
Edited by award-winning and bestselling author Cynthia Leitich Smith, this collection of intersecting stories by both new and veteran Native writers bursts with hope, joy, resilience, the strength of community, and Native pride.
Native families from Nations across the continent gather at the Dance for Mother Earth Powwow in Ann Arbor, Michigan.
In a high school gym full of color and song, people dance, sell beadwork and books, and celebrate friendship and heritage.
Young protagonists will meet relatives from faraway, mysterious strangers, and sometimes one another (plus one scrappy rez dog).
They are the heroes of their own stories.
Featuring stories and poems by: Joseph Bruchac Art CoulsonChristine DayEric GansworthCarole LindstromDawn QuigleyRebecca RoanhorseDavid A. RobertsonAndrea L. RogersKim RogersCynthia Leitich SmithMonique Gray SmithTraci Sorell, Tim TingleErika T. WurthBrian Young
In partnership with We Need Diverse Books
Target age group 8 to 12 -
Sea in Winter
American Indian Youth Literature Award: Middle Grade Honor Book! In this evocative and heartwarming novel for readers who loved The Thing About Jellyfish, the author of I Can Make This Promise tells the story of a Native American girl struggling to find her joy again.
It's been a hard year for Maisie Cannon, ever since she hurt her leg and could not keep up with her ballet training and auditions.
Her blended family is loving and supportive, but Maisie knows that they just can't understand how hopeless she feels. With everything she's dealing with, Maisie is not excited for their family midwinter road trip along the coast, near the Makah community where her mother grew up.
But soon, Maisie's anxieties and dark moods start to hurt as much as the pain in her knee. How can she keep pretending to be strong when on the inside she feels as roiling and cold as the ocean?
The Heartdrum imprint centers a wide range of intertribal voices, visions, and stories while welcoming all young readers, with an emphasis on the present and future of Indian Country and on the strength of young Native heroes. In partnership with We Need Diverse Books.
Target age group 8 to 12 -
Dream Runners
A lush tapestry of dreams, myth, and magic--perfect for fans of Holly Black, Roshani Chokshi, and Margaret Rogerson.
Seven years ago, Tanvi was spirited away to the subterranean realm of Nagalok, where she joined the ranks of the dream runners: human children freed of all memory and emotion, who collect mortal dreams for the entertainment of the serpentine, immortal naga court.
But when one of Tanvi's dream harvests goes awry, she begins to remember her life on earth.
Panicked and confused, she turns to the one mortal in Nagalok who might be able to help: Venkat, the dreamsmith responsible for collecting the dream runners' wares and shaping them into the kingdom's most tantalizing commodity.
And as they search for answers, a terrifying truth begins to take shape--one that could turn the nagas' realm of dreams into a land of waking nightmare.
From the author of the Indie Next selection and Andre Norton Award finalist Star Daughter, this stand-alone contemporary fantasy, inspired by the nagas and garudas of Hindu mythology, is full of slow-burning romance, haunting intrigue, and shimmering magic.
Target age group 13 and UP -
Sitting Pretty: The View from My Ordinary Resilient Disabled Body (Hardcover)
A memoir-in-essays from disability advocate and creator of the Instagram account @sitting\_pretty Rebekah Taussig, processing a lifetime of memories to paint a beautiful, nuanced portrait of a body that looks and moves differently than most.
Growing up as a paralyzed girl during the 90s and early 2000s, Rebekah Taussig only saw disability depicted as something monstrous (The Hunchback of Notre Dame), inspirational (Helen Keller), or angelic (Forrest Gump). None of this felt right; and as she got older, she longed for more stories that allowed disability to be complex and ordinary, uncomfortable and fine, painful and fulfilling.
Writing about the rhythms and textures of what it means to live in a body that doesn't fit, Rebekah reflects on everything from the complications of kindness and charity, living both independently and dependently, experiencing intimacy, and how the pervasiveness of ableism in our everyday media directly translates to everyday life.
Disability affects all of us, directly or indirectly, at one point or another. By exploring this truth in poignant and lyrical essays, Taussig illustrates the need for more stories and more voices to understand the diversity of humanity. Sitting Pretty challenges us as a society to be patient and vigilant, practical and imaginative, kind and relentless, as we set to work to write an entirely different story.
Target age group 15 and UP -
Journey Home (Aladdin Books)
Yuki is free, but her struggle has just begun... After their release from an American internment camp, a Japanese-American girl and her family try to reconstruct their lives amidst strong anti-Japanese feelings which breed fear, distrust, and violence.
Target age group 10 to 14 -
Sonia Sotomayor (Little Golden Book)
Help your little one dream big with a Little Golden Book biography about Supreme Court Justice Sonia Sotomayor! The perfect introduction to nonfiction for preschoolers--as well as fans of all ages! This Little Golden Book about Sonia Sotomayor--the first Latina Supreme Court Justice of the United States--is an inspiring read-aloud for young girls and boys. Look for more Little Golden Book biographies:
- Barack Obama
- Ruth Bader Ginsburg
- Joe Biden
- Kamala Harris
- Dr. Fauci
Target age group 4 to 8 -
Hair to Share
A joyful exploration of friendship, generosity, and confidence that comes from within. A fresh take on celebrating the beauty of natural textured hair, HAIR TO SHARE tackles the difficulty of childhood medical hair loss and the impact empathy and generosity can have on one's self-esteem.
Suri was born with more hair than anyone had ever seen on a baby. As she grew, so did her hair until it eventually reached all the way down to her knees! But when she makes a new friend a girl who has no hair, Suri wants to find a way to help her feel comfortable and confident.
Complete with backmatter addressing the many causes of medical hairloss, how to support kids managing hair loss, and how to donate or receive natural hair wigs, this sweet story is the embodiment of generosity and self love.
Target age group 3 to 7 -
Recipe for Disaster
In this heartfelt middle school drama, Hannah's schemes for throwing her own bat mitzvah unleash family secrets, create rivalries with best friends, and ultimately teach Hannah what being Jewish is all about. With a delicious mix of prose, poetry, and recipes, this hybrid novel is another fresh, thoughtful, and accessible Versify novel that is cookin'. - New York Times Best-Selling Author Kwame Alexander Hannah Malfa-Adler is Jew . . . ish.
Not that she really thinks about it. She'd prefer to focus on her favorite pastime: baking delicious food! But when her best friend has a beyond-awesome Bat Mitzvah, Hannah starts to feel a little envious ...and a little left out.
Despite her parents firm no, Hannah knows that if she can learn enough about her own faith, she can convince her friends that the party is still in motion. As the secrets mount, a few are bound to explode. When they do, Hannah learns that being Jewish isn't about having a big party and a fancy dress and a first kiss -- it's about actually being Jewish.Most importantly, Hannah realizes that the only person's permission she needs to be Jewish, is her own.
Target age group 8 to 12 -
Cuba in My Pocket
By Adrianna Cuevas, author of 2021 Pura Belpré Honor Book The Total Eclipse of Nestor Lopez, comes a sweeping, emotional middle grade historical novel about a twelve-year-old boy who leaves his family in Cuba to immigrate to the U.S. by himself, based on the author's own family history.
"I don't remember. Tell me everything, Pepito. Tell me about Cuba." When the failed Bay of Pigs invasion in 1961 solidifies Castro's power in Cuba, twelve-year-old Cumba's family makes the difficult decision to send him to Florida alone. Faced with the prospect of living in another country by himself, Cumba tries to remember the sound of his father's clarinet, the smell of his mother's lavender perfume. Life in the United States presents a whole new set of challenges.
Lost in a sea of English speakers, Cumba has to navigate a new city, a new school, and new freedom all on his own.
With each day, Cumba feels more confident in his new surroundings, but he continues to wonder: Will his family ever be whole again? Or will they remain just out of reach, ninety miles across the sea?
Target age group 8 to 12 -
First 100 Numbers (First 100...) (Paperback)
With simple counting exercises and over 100 bright pictures to look at, this book will help build early numeracy skills.
Target age group 0 to 3 -
First 100 Animals (First 100...) (Paperback)
With over 100 different images to look at, this wonderful word and picture book will teach your child all about animals.
Target age group 0 to 3 -
Colors ABC Numbers (First 100...) (Paperback)
Help your child learn the alphabet, first words, numbers, colors, shapes and more with this wonderful first learning book.
Target age group 0 to 3 -
First 100 Words (First 100...) (Paperback)
With over 100 essential first words to read and lots of pictures to look at, this book will help encourage early learning skills.
Target age group 0 to 3 -
First 100 Trucks and Things That Go (First 100...) (Paperback)
Help your child take their first steps on the language learning ladder with over 100 words and pictures of amazing machines.
Target age group 0 to 3 -
Lions / Leones (Wild Animals)
What do lions do? Let's find out! In this book, young learners ages 0-3 can explore facts about these amazing animals in both Spanish and English.
These appealing board books are illustrated with vibrant photos, presenting simple facts about a variety of wild animals. Side-by-side English and Spanish text lets children and caretakers compare words in two languages. This series is perfect for building early bilingual literacy skills!
¿Qué hacen los leones? ¡Vamos a averiguar! En este libro, los niños de 0 a 3 años pueden explorar datos sobre estos increíbles animales tanto en español como en inglés.
Estos atractivos libros de cartón están ilustrados con fotografías vibrantes que presentan datos simples sobre una variedad de animales salvajes. El texto en inglés y español, uno al lado del otro, permite a los niños y a los cuidadores comparar palabras en dos idiomas. ¡Esta serie es perfecta para desarrollar habilidades tempranas de alfabetización bilingüe!
Target age group 0 to 3 -
Mark of Athena (Heroes of Olympus Graphic #03)
The third exciting entry in Rick Riordan's best-selling Heroes of Olympus series is now a graphic novel!
In The Son of Neptune, Percy, Hazel, and Frank met in Camp Jupiter, the Roman equivalent of Camp Half-Blood, and traveled to the land beyond the gods to complete a dangerous quest. The third book in the Heroes of Olympus series will unite them with Jason, Piper, and Leo. But they number only six--who will complete the Prophecy of Seven?
With old friends and new friends joining forces, a marvelous ship, fearsome foes, and an exotic setting, The Mark of Athena promises to be another unforgettable adventure by master storyteller Rick Riordan.
Rick Riordan's Percy Jackson and the Olympians will soon be a series on Disney+.
Target age group 8-12 -
Chalice of the Gods (Percy Jackson and the Olympians)
The original heroes from The Lightning Thief are reunited for their biggest challenge yet: getting Percy to college when the gods are standing in his way.
After saving the world multiple times, Percy Jackson is hoping to have a normal senior year. Unfortunately, the gods aren't quite done with him. Percy will have to fulfill three quests in order to get the necessary three letters of recommendation from Mount Olympus for college.
The first quest is to help Zeus's cup-bearer retrieve his goblet before it falls into the wrong hands. Can Percy, Grover, and Annabeth find it in time?
Readers new to Percy Jackson (this book can be enjoyed as a standalone) and fans who have been awaiting this reunion for more than a decade will delight equally in this latest hilarious take on Greek mythology.
Target age group 8-12 -
El Cerrador: Edición Juvenil (Closer)
Mariano Rivera nunca soñó en llegar a ser un atleta profesional. Él nunca coleccionó tarjetas de béisbol, ni jugó en Pequeñas Ligas ni vitoreó a su equipo en una Serie Mundial. Él tampoco oyó hablar de Babe Ruth, Lou Gehrig, Joe DiMaggio o Mickey Mantle. Pero un día, todo cambió.
De ser un niño que jugaba con sus amigos en Panamá hasta ser un deportista exitoso con los Yankees de Nueva York, la vida de Mariano se convirtió en algo grandioso que jamás él pensó. Cuando él se para en el montículo no oye a la multitud, sólo oye la voz del árbitro gritando: "¡Strike!". Es el compañero de juego en el que puedes confiar, aun cuando las bases están llenas en la parte baja de la novena entrada. Sea que lo conozcas como Mo o como el "Sandman", Mariano es El cerrador y esta es su historia.
Lleno de consejos para atletas jóvenes y anécdotas del equipo de los Yankees, El cerrador: Edición juvenil es una inspiradora historia de perseverancia, espíritu deportivo y dedicación que han definido la vida de una leyenda del béisbol.
Mariano Rivera never dreamed of becoming a professional athlete. He never collected baseball cards, played in Little League or cheered for his team in a World Series.
He also never heard of Babe Ruth, Lou Gehrig, Joe DiMaggio or Mickey Mantle. But one day, everything changed.
From being a child who played with his friends in Panama to being a successful athlete with the New York Yankees, Mariano's life became something great that he never imagined.
When he stands on the mound he doesn't hear the crowd, he only hears the umpire's voice yelling, "Strike!" He's the playing partner you can rely on, even when the bases are loaded in the bottom of the ninth inning. Whether you know him as Mo or the "Sandman," Mariano is The Closer and this is his story.
Filled with advice for young athletes and anecdotes from the Yankees team, The Closer: Youth Edition is an inspiring story of perseverance, sportsmanship and dedication that have defined the life of a baseball legend.
Spanish Edition
Target age group 8 to 12 -
Sanity And Tallulah (Sanity and Tallulah #01)
Best Friends. Mad Science.
It can get pretty dull living on a small, out-of-the-way station like Wilnick SS. Best Friends Sanity Jones and Tallulah Vega do their best to relieve the monotony of every day space life by finding adventures, solving mysteries, and taking turns getting each other into and out of trouble.
But when Sanity's latest science project-an extremely-illegal-but-impossibly-cute three-headed kitten-escapes from the lab and starts causing havoc, the girls will have to turn the station upside down to find her-before the damage becomes irreversible!
Readers will be over the moon for this rollicking space adventure by debut author Molly Brooks.
Target age group 8 to 12 -
Loretta Little Looks Back: Three Voices Go Tell It
From a bestselling and award-winning husband and wife team comes an innovative, beautifully illustrated novel that delivers a front-row seat to the groundbreaking moments in history that led to African Americans earning the right to vote. "Right here, I'm sharing the honest-to-goodness." -- Loretta "I'm gon' reach back, and tell how it all went.
I'm gon' speak on it. My way." -- Roly "I got more nerve than a bad tooth. But there's nothing bad about being bold." -- Aggie B. Loretta, Roly, and Aggie B., members of the Little family, each present the vivid story of their young lives, spanning three generations. Their separate stories -- beginning in a cotton field in 1927 and ending at the presidential election of 1968 -- come together to create one unforgettable journey.
Through an evocative mix of fictional first-person narratives, spoken-word poems, folk myths, gospel rhythms and blues influences, Loretta Little Looks Back weaves an immersive tapestry that illuminates the dignity of sharecroppers in the rural South. Inspired by storytelling's oral tradition, stirring vignettes are presented in a series of theatrical monologues that paint a gripping, multidimensional portrait of America's struggle for civil rights as seen through the eyes of the children who lived it.
The novel's unique format invites us to walk in their shoes. Each encounters an unexpected mystical gift, passed down from one family member to the next, that ignites their experience what it means to reach for freedom.
Target age group 8 to 12 -
WWE How to Win in the Ring (DK Readers Level 2)
Life as a WWE Superstar may look exciting, but it takes a lot of hard work and dedication to be the best in the ring. Let Sasha The Boss Banks show you how to get the crowd cheering, and learn from The Rock how to make an entrance in style.
From nailing signature moves to learning the rules, readers can understand what it takes to make it big in the most famous sports entertainment brand on the planet! But there's more! What's better than one WWE Superstar?
A team of them! See which Superstars have put their differences aside and joined forces to work together to defeat their common foes.
Learn the rules of Tag Team matches, who plays dirty to win, and who are the longest-reigning champions. From the all-female Riott Squad to scary SAnitY, there's sure to be a team every young reader can cheer for. DK's reading program is leveled into stages to help every child progress and become a confident reader. This Level 2 book features engaging and highly illustrated topics with true kid appeal.
Lively narrative spreads are supported with captions and annotations to get young readers excited about what it takes to be a WWE Superstar. With longer sentence structures and increasingly complicated vocabulary and terminology, How to Win in the Ring draws on the exciting world of sports entertainment to engage fans and help them build their literacy skills and develop their confidence in reading alone.
Target age group 5 to 7 -
WWE Meet the Champions (DK Readers Level 2)
Jump into the ring with WWE's biggest Superstars! Join The Rock, John Cena, and Sheamus as they battle their rivals. Learn about their signature moves, their greatest victories, and what it takes to make it to Wrestlemania! DK's reading scheme is levelled into stages to help every child progress and become a confident reader. This Level 2 book features engaging and highly illustrated topics with true kid appeal.
Lively narrative spreads are supported with captions and annotations to get young readers excited about three of WWE's most well known stars.
With longer sentence structures and increasingly complicated vocabulary and terminology, Meet the Champions draws on the exciting world of sports entertainment to engage fans and help them build their literacy skills and develop their confidence in reading alone.
Target age group 4 to 6 -
Fingerlings: Monkey Mischief (DK Readers Level 2)
Monkey mischief is afoot in this new Fingerlings adventure. Join the Fingerlings monkeys as they get up to mischief in Melody Village. Read about Boris the energetic monkey who loves to play the drums, his sister Bella the keen gymnast, and all their fun-loving monkey friends.
Find out how the Glitter Girls get the party started and how the monkeys play with the other cute animals of Melody Village. DK's reading scheme is levelled into stages to help every child progress and become a confident reader.
This Level 2 book is illustrated with photography of the adorable Fingerlings toys, and is a delightful introduction to these cute characters and their world.
Presented with vibrant images, simple vocabulary, and lots of word repetition to engage young readers and help them build their literary skills, Monkey Mischief is a fun read for any young fan of the exciting world of the Fingerlings. Fingerlings(R) and all product names, designations and logos are trademarks of WowWee Group Limited.
Copyright 2016-2018 WowWee Group Limited. All rights reserved.
Target age group 5 to 7 -
Fingerlings: Unicorn Magic (DK Readers Level 1)
Join your favorite Unicorn Fingerlings on a magical adventure. Go on a fun-filled adventure with the unicorns of Melody Village. Read about Gigi the bubbly unicorn and her magical unicorn friends, Gemma, Alika, Stella, Skye and Molly.
Find out how they play with the adorable monkeys and sloths of Melody Village.
Presented with vibrant images, simple vocabulary, and lots of word repetition to engage young readers and help them build their literary skills, Unicorn Magic is a fun read for any young fan of the exciting world of the Fingerlings.
Fingerlings(R) and all product names, designations and logos are trademarks of WowWee Group Limited.
Copyright 2016-2018 WowWee Group Limited. All rights reserved.
Target age group 5 to 7 -
So Cute! Puppies (So Cool/So Cute)
That wrinkly little face. Those sweet puppy dog eyes! That squishy, pudgy, fuzzy body! Let's face it ... puppies are SO CUTE! And, well, so is this book! Ready to get your paws on the most playful puppies in town? Well then you've come to the right place! Try to contain your squeals of delight as you flip through pages of the fluffy fur balls.
From puppies at playtime to rascally ruff-housing, this book is filled with humor and informational sidebars, and pairs supercute puppy photos with imagined inner dialogue that will have the whole family laughing. Perfect for little kids getting acquainted with a new pup at home or kids who love animals in general.
Target age group 3 to 5 -
So Cute! Penguins (So Cool/So Cute)
They hug and cuddle each other. They slip and slide across the ice and snow. They waddle to and fro with their little pudgy bodies. Let's face it: Penguins are SO CUTE ... and so is this book.
They'll warm your heart at even the coldest of temperatures. But there's more to these cutie patooties than meets the eye! They've got some serious skills, too--and loads of attitude!
They can dive deep into frigid waters with lightning speed and withstand fierce cold and wind. Some male penguins will even search through piles of stones to find the perfect one and then 'propose' to his mate. Prepare to be charmed by what these adorable cold-weather animals are thinking and wowed by the totally cool penguin facts on every page!
This new series from National Geographic Kids combines two wonderful things: supercute photos of all your favorite adorable animals and silly text that will have the whole family laughing. Add to that some great nonfiction content that gets kids learning, and what can we say? This series is just so cute!
Target age group 3 to 5 -
This Is the Construction Worker (Board Book)
Young readers will delight in this step-by-step journey as a construction worker goes about her day on the job. With compelling details, vibrant color, and a driving rhythm, This is the Construction Worker builds up excitement as the high rise project in the illustrations grows taller and taller. Emphasizing teamwork and camaraderie, this story is a great read for home and the classroom, perfect for vehicle lovers and all young fans of busy activity!
Target age group 2 to 5 -
Tuesday Me Arropa (Tuesday Tucks Me In)
Del autor de su libro de memorias, Hasta Martes. Un guerrero herido y el Golden Retriever que lo salvó, nos llega una historia de amor eterno entre un soldado veterano de guerra y su inseparable amigo, Tuesday. En Español.
Todas las mañanas, Tuesday ayuda a Luis a ponerse los zapatos, primero uno y luego el otro. Le recuerda tomarse las medicinas y le acerca el bastón. Pero he aquí lo curioso: Tuesday no es una persona, ¡es un perro de asistencia! Cuando Luis regresó a casa después de la guerra, todo cambió completamente y las cosas más corrientes lo asustaban. Por suerte, tenía a Tuesday, que se mantenía a su lado ayudándolo paso a paso. Dondequiera que Luis vaya, Tuesday está a su lado, listo para proteger a su amigo.
Y no es solamente Tuesday quien cuida a Luis. Luis también cuida a Tuesday. Lo lleva a pasear al parque, le limpia las patas ¡y hasta le cepilla los dientes! Tuesday Me Arropa: Un vínculo de fidelidad entre un soldado y su perro de asistencia is the Spanish language edition of Tuesday Tucks Me In.
The Loyal Bond Between a Soldier and His Service Dog, which was originally published in English. As narrated by Tuesday, Tuesday Tucks Me In is a day in the life of this service dog extraordinaire and tail-wagging ambassador for all things positive and uplifting in the world. The book takes us through a typical day of adventures, starting with Tuesday waking military veteran Luis Carlos Montalván in the morning and greeting him with dog breath in the face, and then ending with Tuesday cuddling up to Luis on their bed, the last moment they spend together before sleep.
This picture book by the author of the memoir Until Tuesday: A Wounded Warrior and the Golden Retriever Who Saved Him is full of colorful photographs of Tuesday and Luis as they go through their day in New York City.
Target age group 4 to 8 -
Other Half of Happy
2020 Pura Belpré Honor Book A Junior Library Guild Selection ALSC Notable Children's Book
2020 Jean Flynn Award for Best Middle Grade Book
2020 Spirit of Texas Reading Program Recommended Title This immersive and beautifully written novel follows the story of Quijana, a girl in pieces. Quijana must figure out which parts of herself are most important, and which pieces come together to make her whole. This is a heartfelt poetic portrayal of a girl growing up, fitting in, and learning what it means to belong. - Lyrical middle grade debut from author Rebecca Balcárcel
- A diverse and family-centered story that resonates with anyone who remembers, or is going through, growing pains
- Inclusively embraces real life experiences with biracial, autistic, and gay characters One-half Guatemalan, one-half American: When Quijana's Guatemalan cousins move to town, her dad seems ashamed that she doesn't know more about her family's heritage. One-half crush, one-half buddy: When Quijana meets Zuri and Jayden, she knows she's found true friends. But she can't help the growing feelings she has for Jayden. One-half kid, one-half grown-up: Quijana spends her nights Skyping with her ailing grandma and trying to figure out what's going on with her increasingly hard-to-reach brother. - A wonderful gift for bilingual and bicultural readers, introspective tweens and teens, and parents and educators
- Perfect for those who love the heart of Matt de la Peña, the honesty of Meg Medina, and the poetry of Kate DiCamillo
- Add it to the shelf with books like We Were Here by Matt de la Peña, Merci Suárez Changes Gears by Meg Medina, and I Am Not Your Perfect Mexican Daughter by Erika L. Sánchez
Target age group 10 to 14 -
What Lane? (Paperback)
"STAY IN YOUR LANE." Stephen doesn't want to hear that--he wants to have no lane.
Anything his friends can do, Stephen should be able to do too, right? So when they dare each other to sneak into an abandoned building, he doesn't think it's his lane, but he goes. Here's the thing, though: Can he do everything his friends can? Lately, he's not so sure. As a mixed kid, he feels like he's living in two worlds with different rules--and he's been noticing that strangers treat him differently than his white friends . . .
So what'll he do? Hold on tight as Stephen swerves in and out of lanes to find out which are his--and who should be with him.
Torrey Maldonado, author of the highly acclaimed Tight, does a masterful job showing a young boy coming of age in a racially split world, trying to blaze a way to be his best self.
"If you are wondering how to begin confronting Anti-Black racism in your classroom, start with What Lane?"--School Library Journal: The Classroom Bookshelf
Target age group 10 and up -
Star Outside My Window
From the award-winning author of The Boy at the Back of the Class comes a middle grade novel about the power of hope to sustain even when tragedy strikes.
Ten-year-old Aniyah and her little brother Noah find themselves living in foster care after the sudden disappearance of their mum. With her life in disarray, Aniyah knows just one thing for sure: her mum isn't gone forever.
Aniyah believes that the people with the brightest hearts never truly disappear. They become stars. When scientists discover a new star acting strangely, Aniyah knows it's really her mum.
To make sure everyone else knows, too, she embarks on the adventure of a lifetime--one that involves breaking into the Royal Observatory of London, and meeting the biggest star in Hollywood.
This is an honest yet empathetic exploration of how people respond to difficult circumstances, told through the innocent voice of a ten-year-old girl.
Target age group 8 to 12 -
Dog Who Saved the World
In this fast-paced time travel adventure into the future, a girl and her dog set out to save the world from a deadly plague. He smells terrible. He'll eat literally anything.
And he's humanity's only hope.... When 12-year-old Georgie makes friends with an eccentric retired scientist, she becomes the test-subject for a thrilling new experiment: a virtual reality 3-D version of the future.
At first, it's just a game. But when a deadly virus threatens to wipe out every pup on the planet, Georgie and her beloved (and very smelly) dog, Mr. Mash, along with best friend Ramzy, must embark on a desperate quest to save the dogs-- and also all of humanity. And they have to do it without actually leaving the room. This high-concept, astonishing new novel from the author of Time Traveling with a Hamster takes us on an epic adventure, and asks the question: is it really possible to alter the future?
Target age group 8 to 12 -
Orphans of the Tide (Orphans of the Tide #01)
An ancient myth looms over a powerful new friendship in this debut middle grade fantasy packed with Hugo Cabret charm.
The City is the only home that Ellie has ever known. She's always been told that there is nothing to see beyond the shores of her small, salty island.
That is, until a mysterious boy washes in with the tide, trapped inside the belly of a whale.
The citizens of the City believe he's ruled by the Enemy--the legendary god who drowned the whole world--come again to cause untold chaos. Only Ellie believes that the boy is innocent.
To save him, Ellie must prove that he's not who they think he is--even if that means revealing her own dangerous secret.
Fans of Wildwood and The Mysterious Benedict Society will be enthralled by this inventive and adventurous take on a modern classic.
Target age group 8 to 12 -
Shadow of the Fox (Shadow Of The Fox #01)
In this first book of her Japanese mythology-inspired Shadow of the Fox trilogy, bestselling author Julie Kagawa weaves a stunning, high-stakes tale of alliances and deceptions, characters who aren't what they seem, and secrets that could change the fate of the world. Every millennium, whoever holds the Scroll of a Thousand Prayers has the power to call the great Kami Dragon from the sea and ask for one wish. The time is near...and the missing pieces of the scroll will be sought throughout the land of Iwagoto.
When demons kill half-kitsune Yumeko's adoptive family, she's forced to flee her home with one part of the ancient scroll. Fate thrusts her into the path of mysterious samurai Kage Tatsumi, who is Yumeko's best hope for survival. But he's under orders to retrieve the scroll.
An uneasy alliance forms, and Yumeko begins the deception of a lifetime, knowing her secrets are more than a matter of life or death--they're the key to the fate of the world. Books in the Shadow of the Fox trilogy:
Shadow of the Fox
Soul of the Sword
Night of the Dragon
Target age group 13 and UP -
Big Nate: Twice the Tude (2 Books In 1)
Now an animated series from Paramount + & Nickelodeon!
A paperback bind-up of the fifth and sixth novels in the New York Times bestselling Big Nate series: Big Nate Flips Out and Big Nate: In the Zone.
In Big Nate Flips Out, everyone knows N-A-T-E does NOT equal N-E-A-T! And when Nate's sloppiness gets out of hand, Francis is in serious trouble. Can Nate clean up his act, or will he flip out first?
In Big Nate: In the Zone, Nate's luck can't get any worse . . . until everything changes. All of a sudden, he can do no wrong! But why? And how long will it last?
For fans of the hilarious Diary of a Wimpy Kid series: Get ready for more Big Nate, infamous troublemaker and definitely NOT the teacher's pet.
Target age group 8 to 12 -
Willoughbys Return (Willoughbys)
It's been 30 years and with rising temperatures melting icy mountain tops the previously frozen Willoughbys have thawed out and are about to return! From living legend and Newbery medalist Lois Lowry comes a hilarious sequel to New York Times bestseller The Willoughbys--soon to be an animated film starring Ricky Gervais, Maya Rudolph, Terry Crews, Martin Short, Jane Krakowski, and Sean Cullen on Netflix!
Although they grew up as wretched orphans, the Willoughby siblings also became heirs to the the Melanoff candy company fortune. Everything has turned out just splendidly, except for one problem: Richie Willoughby, son of Timothy Willoughby, is an only child and is quite lonely.
Winifred and Winston Poore have long admired the toys of their neighbor Richie Willoughby and finally befriend the mysterious boy next door. But just as Richie finally begins to make friends, selling sweets is made illegal, and the family's fortune is put in jeopardy. To make matters worse, Richie's horrible Willoughby grandparents--frozen atop a Swiss mountain thirty years ago--have thawed, remain in perfect health, and are making their way home again.
What is the point of being the reclusive son of a billionaire when your father is no longer a billionaire? What is the future without candy in it? And is there any escaping the odiousness of the Willoughbys? These are the profound questions with which Newbery medalist and ignominious author Lois Lowry grapples in The Willoughbys Return.
Target age group 8 to 12 -
Sparkle Dragons (Sparkle Dragons #01)
Join the spunky and powerful Sparkle Dragons as they blast their glitter fire and put their brains together to save the queendom from polka-dotted pollution in this hilarious, easy-to-read graphic novel.
Meet the Sparkle Dragons: the spunkiest crew in all of Princess Puff's queendom! Trixie is fierce with brains and beauty.
Rue is tough as nails with a heart of shimmering gold. And, last but not least, Glinda, who often has her head in the clouds, but her out-of-the-box problem-solving can be her strongest asset. With their unique powers combined, they are an unstoppable force! And let's be honest: fighting off bad guys with glitter beams can be pretty hilarious . . . and sticky!
Bad guys can be quite clever in this queendom, but the Sparkle Dragons don't miss a trick.
When the Rain River is polluted with polka dots, Robert--not Bob--the Troll takes the heat for it. But he says he is innocent! Not to worry--the Sparkle Dragons are hot on the tails of the true culprits. That is, if Princess Puff and her unicorn BFF will stop getting in their way.
How can the Sparkle Dragons fire up a rock-solid case to prove Robert's innocence and find out who is really at the bottom of these polluting polka dots?
Target age group 6 to 10 -
Adventures of a Creeper (Unofficial Minecraft Diaries #01)
In the pages of this humorous, illustrated chapter-book diary, you'll find out that life is not always a blast--even if you're an exploding Minecraft creeper! Minecraft creeper Mervyn Miles has just one goal: to win the annual Creeper Combustion and Confusion Competition so his father will finally be proud of him.
But, between family and school pressures and bullying by arch-rival Wesley, things turn out to be more difficult than Mervyn could have ever imagined. Read all about this little green monster's quest to become the biggest exploder in the entire Overworld in this humorous, unofficial Minecraft chapter-book diary with black-and-white illustrations.
Target age group 8 to 12 -
Adventures of a Slime (Unofficial Minecraft Diaries Minecraft #02)
Read this humorous, illustrated chapter-book diary to discover how one determined little Minecraft slime cube overcomes all obstacles to realize his greatest dream! What does Minecraft slime cube Slibertius--known as Bert--dream of becoming?
The best fashion designer in the entire Overworld! But it's no easy feat to dress cubes that don't have arms or legs.
In the pages of this unofficial Minecraft illustrated diary, you'll read about this and other obstacles Bert must overcome in pursuit of his dream, including some dangerous spiders and a witch who drives a hard bargain.
Target age group 8 to 12 -
Mahalia Jackson: Freedom's Voice (VIP)
Get ready to sing for justice with Mahalia Jackson in this exciting middle grade nonfiction biography. Perfect for fans of the Who Was and Little Leaders series, the books in the VIP series tell the true--and amazing--stories of some of history's greatest trailblazers. Meet the VERY IMPORTANT PEOPLE who changed the world!
Mahalia Jackson was known as the queen of gospel music.
A close friend of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s, she was also a civil rights activist who sang at the March on Washington. And she traveled the world, too! Experience all the inspiring moments in Mahalia's big life in this thrilling biography, packed with two-color illustrations and fun facts, like who invented rock and roll!
Short and engaging chapters are interspersed with special lists and other information made to order to engage kids, whether they're already biography fans or "have to" write a report for school. Extras include a timeline, a bibliography, and a hall of fame of other musicians and civil rights activists.
The VIP series features stirring adventures and fun facts about some of history's greatest trailblazers--smart, tough, persevering innovators who will excite today's kids. Featuring underappreciated historical figures and groups, with a focus on leaders in science, activism, and the arts, the nonfiction biographies in the VIP series are fun and appealing. Just looking at the cover will make kids want to learn more about these VIPs, and once they dive in they will zoom through stories that read like adventures.
Each book in the VIP series allows your middle grader to experience all the fascinating moments in some very important but lesser known lives. These biographies for kids.
Target age group 8 to 12 -
Big Dog and Little Dog (Big Dog and Little Dog) (Board Book)
From Dav Pilkey, creator of the New York Times best-selling Dog Man and Captain Underpants series: a funny board book for toddlers about best friends Big Dog and Little Dog.
Big Dog and Little Dog are canine companions who stick together through thick and thin. In this, their first adventure, Big Dog and Little Dog are hungry! And as any good dog knows, friends who chow down together nap together.
With simple text, graphic illustrations, and tongue-in-cheek humor, Dog Man creator Dav Pilkey taps into the joys of childhood friendships through his tales of two lovable dog pals.
Target age group 0 to 3 -
Getting in Trouble (Big Dog and Little Dog) (Board Book)
From New York Times best-selling author Dav Pilkey, creator of Captain Underpants and Dog Man, comes a charming board book series for toddlers about two canine companions who can't resist mischief! When canine companions Big Dog and Little Dog play a little too roughly with the couch cushions, they learn that best friends have to be great at sharing--in this case, sharing the blame!
With simple text, graphic illustrations, and tongue-in-cheek humor, Dog Man creator Dav Pilkey taps into the joys of childhood friendships through his tales of two lovable dog pals.
Target age group 0 to 3 -
Ruby and Rufus (Gossie and Friends) (Board Book)
In this preschool tale from the world of Gossie & Friends, water-loving goslings Ruby and Rufus play on the pond come rain, sleet, snow, or shine! Ruby and Rufus play at the pond every day. They swim in the rain. They swim when it's windy.
Nothing can stop this inseparable pair from doing what they love--until one day, the pond turns to ICE! Could it be that a frozen pond is twice as nice? Ruby & Rufus features the perfectly pitched storytelling and adorable illustrations so beloved by fans of Olivier Dunrea's Gossie & Friends series.
Target age group 0 to 3
