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Like the best dungeon fantasies, this story is filled with magic, trickery, and surprises, but it also invites readers to think more deeply about the environment and the beasts that inhabit it.
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The Prince’s Keeper, Vol. 1
A stellar pick for romantasy fans, including those who don’t usually read manga.
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Shugo Chara! Jewel Joker, Vol. 1
A solid choice for fans of the original series, but this reads very much like a sequel and may be hard for newcomers to get into.
With a cheery tone and lots of examples to reference, this is a great how-to book for budding manga artists.
This colorful, fast-moving adaptation is an engaging read and a brisk introduction to the original story.
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Akira Failing in Love, Vol. 1
An amiable rom-com that’s a good match for other shonen romances such as “Komi Can’t Communicate,” where the humor stems from awkwardness and misunderstandings.
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Grendizer U: The Inception.
Give this to sci-fi fans, whether or not they are into anime.
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Ghost and Witch, Vol. 1
Hand this to horror fans who aren’t ready for Junji Ito and to readers who enjoy fantasy and Irish folklore.
A great pick for fans of shoujo manga, magical girls, and stories that bring magic into everyday life.
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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.
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El porqué de las estaciones
A great purchase for early elementary school collections and curriculum and for communities serving Spanish speakers.
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.
Purchase for early elementary school collections and communities serving Spanish speakers and learners.
A lively, educational celebration of mariachi instruments and a strong addition to bilingual board book collections.
An excellent choice for elementary classrooms, young naturalists, homeschooling families, and any child fascinated by animals, ecosystems, or environmental stewardship, filled with sensory language, and captivating images.
This charming pictorial work will be devoured by budding ornithologists and nature lovers alike. Highly recommended for all nonfiction collections.
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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.
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Wally Mammoth: Hide-and-Seek
A good book for early readers and for encouraging SEL conversations.
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Open: Every Seed Has Its Moment
This would be a good choice for libraries needing SEL books about change and growth, or natural science books about seeds and the needs of plants.
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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The Art of How Dogs Sleep
A gentle, observational picture book that doubles as a bedtime wind-down for dog lovers; a strong addition to bedtime story collections or even quiet-down story hours.
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Story Rug
A warm, visually appealing story that celebrates creativity, cultural expression, and classroom community. Ideal for lessons on collaboration, heritage, and the value of collective storytelling.
An inspired and joyful boost to both new swimmers and those experiencing the ocean for the first time; a first purchase for picture book collections.
A triumphant addition to an already excellent series, highly recommended for middle school collections and libraries.
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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.
An informative and appealing introduction to the Victorian era, ideal for readers who enjoy learning through a blend of facts and illustrations, despite the busy layout.
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Hammers, Drills, and Wrenches
This lively overview is straightforward and engaging and will encourage young readers to dream of what they can create.
A heartwarming tale that will thoroughly engage readers and leave them completely satisfied at the its conclusion.
An inspiring look at architectural, engineering, and community creativity in response to climate change.
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Friends Are Like Stars
Packed with SEL content, advice, and an activity, this book is a great fit for a library audience looking for ways to cope with the topic of moving.
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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.
With some guidance and encouragement, this offers strong potential for sparking questions, discussion, and deeper classroom inquiry. Put this in the hands of science teachers.
With no focus on the bike race itself and no background for Mr. Felix’s astonishing ability, the story serves as a goofy lark, offbeat but unfulfilling. An additional selection.
This winning, humorous title will delight on its own and even more so when paired with its predecessor. A first purchase.
A must-purchase for elementary biography and music collections for the comprehensive look at the contributions of Black women to country music.
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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.
A simple notion carried out with intention, effectively evoking compassion in children across many grade levels.
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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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Finding Forgiveness
Highly useful for engaging children in social-emotional discussions, this wordless title on a topic central to the lives of children is useful in all collections.
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Find the Sun
A whimsical morning lullaby, this SEL adventure will gently guide readers to find the sun amid their own fears.
A delightful, curious, and engaging collection; if there is only one poetry book to add this year, this is it.
Contagious fun for elementary–age readers, this series continues to explore how exciting experiences can provide opportunities for emotional growth.
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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.
Hand to fans of Mo Willems’s Elephant and Piggie, as well as those who love Yoon’s other stories. A first purchase for all libraries where little readers frolic.
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The Puddle Day
An inviting resource for all those hoping to bring more nature-based play into children’s lives, this is a recommended purchase, especially for collections supporting outdoor play, exploration, and early learning.
The evocative language, layered illustrations, and purposeful historical framing make this a meaningful addition to classroom libraries and a valuable anchor text for conversations about history, identity, and contribution.
This powerful graphic novel about a little-known battle in Salvadorian history needs to be on every graphic novel shelf.
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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.
This is a strong sequel and suitable addition to libraries and classrooms alike.
This is a stunning collection of animals and their nests that will make an ideal addition to any nonfiction picture book collection.
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Today Is the Day
A thought-provoking ode to the multitudes each unique day contains, this story demonstrates the interconnectedness of all things near and far, and has plenty of potential for classroom and storyhour use.
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.
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.
Essential for any collection, especially those looking for picture books for older readers, this book is perfect for those interested in science, exploration, and the extreme frontiers of our world.Graphic Nonfiction
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In This Classroom
With its bold colors and friendly forms, this is a must-purchase for elementary collections in need of a fresh back-to-school story to help students that are both fun but imperfect processes.
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Claire and the Cathedral
A wonderful wordless picture book that will inspire readers to search for the things that add color to their lives.
A useful and thoughtful resource, offering a wide array of skills and ideas that encourage teens to explore, reflect, and prepare for life beyond graduation, even if they choose to take its advice with a bit of independence.
Drawn from the author’s childhood, this uplifting story pairs beautifully with the included puppet-making activity.
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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.
A unique globe-trotting scientific exploration sure to pique the interest of budding young mycologists and naturalists.
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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.
This factual and life-affirming book celebrates our ocean and reminds us to keep it healthy and wild.
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Baby Kraken
Suitable for most collections serving young children who may or may not have a fear of the water but will be rewarded with a gentle friendship story celebrating the beauty of the underwater world.
A good choice for libraries needing picture books featuring regional specialties, such as music and food or for use in the celebration of families.
As a harrowing survival story and informative science book about the Amazon, the book successfully demonstrates the interconnectedness of life and nature in a unique setting.
A visually appealing and browsable offering that will be appropriate for many nonfiction collections.
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Bitter Tea and Rock Candy
A great addition to elementary libraries where teachers seek audiobooks for read-alouds.
While not essential for libraries, the story is certain to be enjoyed by animal lovers who won’t want to put it out to pasture.
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Watch Me Grow: Sunflowers
This strong nonfiction picture book is a first purchase for all children’s collections.
Not suitable for a science lesson, but the visual and sonic energy, plus the unusual format, may provide enough oomph for infant and preschool story hours.
A lighthearted chapter book that honors Cree culture while navigating the complexities of identity, change, and friendship.
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Nighty Night, Dinos
The rhythmic text of this charming and effective story, along with its imaginative depiction of large creatures engaging in gentle rituals, will make this a great addition to anyone seeking soothing read-alouds for the young.
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While We’re Here
Gorgeous illustrations highlight the frenetic pace of life often faced by children, here paired closely with the gift of moments of calm and connectedness that might surprise anyone on a crammed day. Highly recommended.
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chi miigwech, big thank you
A crisp light text accompanied by compelling graphics, this book will entertain small children and prompt older readers learning about Indigenous culture and language to explore further.
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