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Some of Us Are Brave
Readers will root for these well-written protagonists with distinct points of view as they figure out how to face their fears and survive Hurricane Harvey; a great purchase for elementary and middle schools.
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Tested
This will appeal to fans of books centering strong, determined female characters who stand up against oppression, like Joelle Charbonneau’s The Testing or Sylvia Liu’s Hana Hsu and the Ghost Crab Nation.
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Hail Mariam
A refreshing and thought-provoking look at a preteen Muslim girl’s very relatable middle school experience. Recommended.
Readers will likely be charmed by the unique chupacabra protagonist in this lighthearted homage to classic monster comedies.
Highly recommend purchasing this series as it continues to be a strong, exciting fantasy that features true Black girl magic and adventure that will appeal to many readers.
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Brady Mason’s Perfect Fit
An enjoyable, accessible read that will be a strong addition to middle grade shelves. Recommended for fans of Pam Muñoz Ryan and Liz Kessler.
With themes of bullying, growing up, and belonging, Frank’s story will deeply resonate with kids who need reassurance that it’s okay to be different.
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Fern and Newt and the Lost Loot
A gentle, nature-infused chapter book with a focus on monarchs; an additional purchase for libraries seeking science-themed fiction.
A highly recommended purchase that tells a rewarding story of characters who present a positive picture of diversity, inclusivity, and caring about their community.
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Unsettling Salad!
This spooky story is just right for readers in elementary school who enjoy mystery and humor.
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Hoot Hoot
Perfect for story hours and one-on-one reading, this will be a crowd-pleasing choice on library shelves.
A strong addition from a neurodivergent author and illustrator that will resonate with many children and families.
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The Smushkins: ABC Zoinks
A strong primer for early ABC learning and a recommended purchase for most libraries.
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The Tiniest Giant
A lovely choice for potential nature lovers everywhere, and their caretakers.
A joyful and informative introduction to the Chinese New Year that belongs on library shelves.
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One Night In Bethlehem
A suitable purchase if more religious board books are needed in the collection.
A striking blend of high-contrast art and real photography that makes this a first purchase for most collections.
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My Mom Loves . . . Music!
An additional purchase for libraries seeking books that highlight mothers.
A first purchase wherever Taylor Swift is popular, which is to say, everywhere
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Make Tracks: Great Outdoors
A lovely choice for outdoorsy families and curious young explorers.
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Dirt’s Journey
A strong nonfiction choice for children who love learning every detail about the world around them, and helpful for parents getting lots of questions.
A unique and valuable addition that belongs on shelves everywhere; Jewish or not, children need to know about its meaning.
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Charlotte’s Web: Board Book
Although the original chapter book remains a beloved work of literature, this simplified adaptation is one that libraries can comfortably skip.
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Babies at the Zoo
A supplemental purchase for collections in need of additional animal titles.
While not explicitly sports focused, the title’s rejection of organized games for spontaneous imaginary play makes for a light, spirited romp for young readers.
A perfect introduction to this popular and fast-growing sport, with a particular focus on girls, recommended for middle and high school collections.
A fun, informative fan companion for newbies or hardcore fans alike, a must have for elementary and middle schools.
Beautifully presented, written with deep admiration, recommended for elementary libraries, especially where baseball is popular.
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Raise the Bar: A Graphic Novel
An inspiring story of athletic challenge and the struggle to excel, highly recommended for upper elementary and middle school readers.
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Colossal
While much of the story hews to the various class and gender dramas, Jade’s focus on exercise physiology and self-improvement will appeal to strength trainers. Recommended for high school libraries.
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The Baseball Encyclopedia
Whether for newbies to the game or deep-roots fans brushing up on details, this is a must for elementary and middle schools.
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Stealing the Score
A soccer-filled mystery adventure, a fun read for upper elementary and middle school fans of the “beautiful game.”
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Fast Break
A contemporary story that centers athletic performance and health, this will engage striving elementary and middle school readers.
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Better Than a Touchdown
With Eagles QB Hurts’ star power, this celebration of perseverance and teamwork should be an easy sell for budding football fans.
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Soccer World
A light fantasy with soccer and gamesmanship at the heart, an additional selection for elementary sports fiction collections.
A handy reference or a comprehensive overview, this football compendium will be deservedly popular in virtually any school.
This gentle yet entertaining audiobook will engage younger listeners and hold their interest throughout. Fans of Henn’s The Music in Me will not want to miss this.
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Roar of the Lambs
Despite some technical flaws, Shea’s (I Feed Her to the Beast) fantasy adventure offers a compelling exploration of temptation, power, and friendship. It will be at home in any teen audio collection.
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Out of Air
An exciting blend of treasure-hunting deep-sea adventure and science fiction thriller that will leave readers breathless. Perfect for fans of Courtney Gould.
A powerful, inclusive picture book that highlights the richness of human communication and how differences bring people together.
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The Grove
Phillips’s sad yet hopeful debut is suitable for young adult audiobook collections that feature historical and realistic fiction. Immersive and thoughtful, this is recommended for listeners seeking a haunting coming-of-age story with a strong sense of place.
The quirky dialogue and fast-paced plot will have young readers running right alongside Maggie, piecing clues together to try and solve the mystery before it’s too late.
This vibrant biographical collection of individuals with Down syndrome is both insightful and informative, making it a suitable addition to any young adult nonfiction audiobook collection.
For fans of Christina Li’s Clues to the Universe, this is a strong addition to middle school collections.
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The Wild Robot on the Island
A captivating entrée for younger children to meet Roz and enjoy the “Wild Robot” trilogy.
Enhanced with audio narration that perfectly conveys the characters’ emotional arcs, Min’s (Beating Heart Baby) sophomore novel is a valuable addition to any young adult audio collection.
With its strong focus on the historical context of segregation and its comprehensive coverage of the sport’s indomitable heroes, this title is an excellent addition for upper-elementary and middle school collections, appealing strongly to both sports enthusiasts and readers seeking diverse historical perspectives.
While it may have benefited from more in-depth non-Western coverage, this work is still a useful addition for libraries looking to build up their STEM collections.
This biography is an honest depiction of the cruelty in Canada’s First Nation residential schools from the perspective of a survivor. An important addition to every library’s juvenile biography section and classroom.
A fun, humorously written but superficial first introduction to chemistry and chemical reactions that may spark scientific curiosity.
A compelling, narrative-driven collection of astonishing ocean stories. Purchase for collections where incredible true accounts are in high demand.
An interesting addition to any collection serving older teen readers. This highly practical guide provides essential, relatable lessons for success by translating the mechanics of baseball and softball into meaningful life skills.
This hopeful take on confronting climate change is perfect for young readers experiencing climate anxiety.
A fun and eye-opening road trip travelogue perfect for young students of American history.
Short, compelling chapters present good read aloud opportunities to share in a family or classroom setting.
A solid purchase for libraries with plenty of animal lovers and nonfiction browsers.
Fans of basketball and Griner will enjoy this memoir; the themes of racism, body image, and LGBTQIA+ rights will appeal to a larger audience.
An essential memoir for all school libraries about an influential individual impacting our country who used their experiences to show how the law can provide solutions that change people’s lives and bring about monumental change.
Climate crisis is a real thing; something that affects all walks of life and this title helps readers to feel empowered to make the world better.
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I Want to Be a Scientist
An informative and attractive introduction to science careers, useful in most libraries catering to children and their interests.
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Burn the Kingdom Down
Seasoned fantasy readers will find this underwhelming, but those simply looking to escape into a different world may still enjoy the experience. A secondary purchase.
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A Song in the Dark
A great recommendation for readers who enjoyed Ginny Myers Sain’s When the Bones Sing, realistic portrayals of grief, and paranormal mysteries.
Hand this to mature readers interested in gothic horror and who will be satisfied with an ending that doesn’t reveal all of its magical secrets.
A delightful and spooky read, especially for those who are into Wednesday on Netflix. This unputdownable book is highly recommended.
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When It’s Your Turn for Midnight
A brief, beautiful Zimbabwean novel about war and family, recommended for collections where literary YA fiction is in demand.
A must-have for teen libraries’ science fiction/dystopian fiction sections.
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The Gravewood
Addictive, atmospheric, and brimming with dark romance, this will leave readers craving more. Perfect for fans of Tracy Deonn’s Legendborn and The Vampire Diaries TV show.
An excellent graphic novel that is fun while also presenting ethical issues teens will find highly engaging.
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They Want Us Dead
Complete with a diverse cast of characters and a slow-burn romance, it will enthrall teens everywhere. A recommended purchase.
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Flirting with Murder
A cozy mystery that readers will delight in and devour, with all the vibes of Jesse Q. Sutanto’s Dial A for Aunties and Richard Osman’s Thursday Murder Club that teens could want.
Humor, heart, diversity, and pride abound in this vibrant, affirming tale. Highly recommended.
An exciting and compassionate adventure featuring an unconventional yet inspiring heroine. A must have for YA graphic novel collections.
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Deathly Fates
Nonstop action will keep readers, especially those who enjoy episodic monster-of-the-week adventures, turning the pages.
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The Beast You Let In
Perfect for fans of YA supernatural horror. Recommended for public library YA and high school libraries.
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The Unruly Heart of Miss Darcy
A thoughtful and enticing romance, perfect for anyone searching for tales of hidden longing and true love.
An essential purchase, particularly for teens who gravitate toward budding LGBTQIA+ romance books and where stories of underrepresented sports like figure skating are in demand.
A visual delight and excellent take on Houdini’s life through his love of books and learning. Sure to be popular with book and magic lovers alike plus those interested in unusual illustration styles. A must have for most libraries.
A solid entry into the basics of soil and a solid purchase where needed.
A fascinating and beautifully designed exploration of an under-examined topic. A must-have for all collections.
A great class read-aloud to accompany lessons on ecosystems and environmental conservation.
Is this a poetry book packed full of information or a nonfiction study with a sprinkling of poetic joy
This is an excellent addition to any nonfiction picture book collection.
With its brief, thoughtfully chosen words, parts of this book could easily serve as an introduction to climate issues, environmental justice, and biodiversity for young children. The book can broaden and strengthen collections while gently introducing young children to what can happen when the Earth’s resources are misused.
This would make an excellent classroom book for units on history, but it also works for its uplifting message and positive affirmations.
A charming and informative look at life inside an egg that will work beautifully for read-alouds and is an essential addition to all collections.
A heavy book that is done with tact; with meaningful prose and incredible artwork, this is a recommended purchase for collections.
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Hooray for My Brain!
A buoyant shout out to our body’s most important organ (though look what’s telling us that)
Perfect for fans of realistic fiction such as “PAWS” and “The Babysitters Club” series.
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