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Recommended for newly independent readers who will get caught up in this latest page-turning adventure of future Dark Lord Ember’s quest to rule the world.
Baby Yoda fans unite! Beginning readers who love Star Wars will want to check out this book to feel confident about their reading.
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Pete the Cat Saves Up
Recommended where stories of Pete the Cat are popular and where beginning readers are in demand.
A sweet offering for children just learning to read on their own.
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Otis & Peanut
For kids who enjoy sweet, sensitive, and heartfelt stories about friendship and trust.
Kids who are beginning to read will feel the excitement of a new school adventure with this delightful easy reader.
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Lost and Found
Lack of essential worldbuilding details at the beginning of this graphic novel might hamper the enjoyment of readers unfamiliar with the series. Purchase where the first book is popular.
Put this multifaceted package on the science shelves, and use it often and variously.
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Tacos Today
A great pick for beginning readers who are just getting the hang of graphic novels. Only downside? It will make you hungry for tacos!
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Snow Birds
Familiarity with the series is helpful but not essential. Fans of Brian “Smitty” Smith’s “Pea, Bee, & Jay” will likely enjoy this series.
A character-driven story about the complex emotions that turn players into competitors, recommended for gamers and fans of sports manga.
One of the best manga series debuts of 2023 so far, and one teens will be able to rally behind as they pursue dreams of their own.
For fans of Patrick Ness’s The Rest of Us Just Live Here and other imaginative stories about supporting characters trying to find their place in the world, as well as fans of LGBTQIA+ stories.
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Tiny Aunt Island
Easily read as a standalone and will appeal to readers who enjoy uniquely designed graphic novels.
This collection of 25 poems would make an excellent addition to schools and classroom poetry units, and will encourage and inspire students to try their hand at poetry themselves.
With appealing digital illustrations and a reassuring message, this may be a good option for larger public libraries seeking new books on this ever-popular topic, as well as for Christian caregivers and preschools.
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Honey Lemon Soda, Vol. 1
A few splashes of lemon soda are enough to lay the groundwork for this light romance, but only later volumes will determine its overall value.
This action-packed graphic novel adventure featuring tenacious female leads will leave shonen manga fans counting down to future volumes.
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Go Pig or Go Home
A unique take on superheroes that can be read as a standalone or as part of the series.
Recommended for most libraries serving teens, especially where demand for more wholesome yuri is high.
A fun illustrated book for elementary libraries to expand their poetry collections. Perfect where National Poetry Month is regularly celebrated, or for use in units of study on poetry.
This book answers so many questions about the formations starlings create against the sky without taking away the wonder. It’s stunning.
While the work is interesting and engaging for adults in the Twitterverse, this compilation does not translate equally for kids in the book format.
Great for class visits to the library and any children’s collection.
For a unit on amphibians or one-on-one reading, this is engaging and can be paired with Frog Song by Brenda Z. Guiberson.
This is a fraction of the story of an important labor movement activist, but it’s still a good first purchase.
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You Are a Star, Jane Goodall
Easy and engaging, this is an energetic biography in a pleasing format and a strong first purchase.
The attempt to put complex topics into simple text sometimes results in confusing organization and stilted rhymes, while charming illustrations greatly enhance the appeal for children.
With content that will appeal to a wide range of readers, this beautiful book about patterns is excellent choice for elementary libraries.Pincus, Meeg. Door by Door: How Sarah McBride Became America’s First Openly Transgender Senator. illus. by Meridth McKean Gimbel. 40p. Crown. May 2023. Tr $18.99. ISBN 9780593484654. Gr 2-5–This heartwarming biography begins with McBride’s childhood and goes through her win as state senator. The book’s framework is to pivot during key moments of her life between her two truths, which Pincus makes clear from the first page: McBride’s love of politics and her realization that she, assigned male at birth, was a girl. With roughly 30 words per page, the story is easily a read-aloud for classes and Gimbel’s illustrations show her pathway into politics and inner struggle to come out as transgender. The full-color illustrations are at times whimsical (McBride received a podium for Christmas as a child to practice speeches) and during darker moments of the story are sparse emotional snapshots (such as the image of McBride crying in her sleep as a college student). Additionally, the images show racial diversity in the schools she attended, at her university, and in her political forays, and diverse ability, with a child in a wheelchair watching election results. The book has a short author’s note, a brief note from McBride, a glossary of political terms, an explanation on how to be an ally to transgender people, and a bibliography. VERDICT This is a recommended purchase for libraries.–Vi Ha
A must purchase for libraries. Its overarching theme of persistence will resonate with readers.
Add this, along with the other books in the series, to your very likely outdated solar system collection. Highly recommended.
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Powerful You
Teachers and parents will appreciate the simplicity of the message in helping children make good choices in the name of their emotional well-being.
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City of Neighbors
A good addition to libraries needing informational text about neighborhoods and communities.
Every dream begins with one small step, and those who read this book will know that with work, determination, and love, their dreams can come true, too. An excellent book to share in groups and necessary for all collections.
Highly recommended and has great value in library collections, especially where schools have STEM programs focused on conservation.
Recommended for any collection that aims to make Spanish more accessible to young readers.
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Little Lessons
Young children will need someone to talk these proverbs through with them to gain a greater understanding of the lessons behind them. This book creates opportunities for discussion and may be very helpful in English as a Second Language instruction because the proverbs are global.
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An Earth Song (Petite Poems)
Not essential but a highly recommended addition to both school and public library collections.
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Helck, Vol. 1
Fitting for a young adult audience with its light, fun premise, this first volume sets the series up nicely, giving readers plenty to chew over as they await the next volume.
The opposite of blah! New series readers as well as fans of the first Mimi volume will definitely be happy with this adorable graphic novel.
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Flight of the Mammoth
Purchase where the first book is popular, as context with the Extincts’ origins is a must.
A significant work of children’s literature, this paean to nature and Indigenous culture belongs in every school and public library collection for years to come.
A welcome addition to school and public libraries.
A beautiful picture book about acceptance with a flow that would make it perfect for read-alouds; a must-purchase where fun and colorful depictions of these themes are needed.
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Tree Whispers
A first purchase for poetry collections, and for environmental collections as well.
A fine edition of general poetry for the younger set, enlivened by some especially lovely illustrations.
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My Sister, the Cat, Vol. 1
A cute, quirky comedy for manga readers who enjoy cats and upbeat family stories.
A great title to introduce curious readers and budding environmentalists to what youth are doing around the world right now to fight global climate change.
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Rule at School!
A berry good pick for emerging readers who enjoy a good rhyme, anytime. Recommended for public and school libraries.
This story is a comforting read and incorporates a disorder that is becoming all too common amongst teens. Recommended for all libraries serving teens.
Recommended for readers who appreciate pared down, powerful art and tear-jerking stories.
This important and unique work introduces this pivotal man to a new audience and will make for interesting classroom discussions. Strongly recommended.
This essential work shows young readers how the Holocaust came to happen and how two amazing human beings survived its horrors.
With this newest work, Colfer has created a gripping graphic novel that is a hopeful call to action for all readers. Highly recommended for purchase.
An additional purchase for those who have young fans of the great detective.
Barrager’s sweet and supportive tale will charm and delight readers and is recommended for purchase.
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Our Classroom Rules!
Preschoolers and kindergartners are the audience for this book, which will give them an idea of what school is all about, both with activities and what’s expected of them.
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When Impossible Happens
A welcome perspective on life, loss, and current events that will engage readers in the beginning but might lose their interest by the end.
Delacre’s declaration of the essential role of trees is admirable and should be heeded by all; in text and pictures she makes clear their beauty and uniqueness.
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The Umbrella Maker’s Son
Readers looking for an introspective, weather-driven fantasy focused on friendship, family, and community will enjoy this thoughtful story of young people fighting greed.
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Maurice
So much of this charms, with the early clarity about simple pleasures. It loses its way, but remains nice to look at.
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Mary Can!
While this colorful book by the award-winning singer and actress doesn’t tread on new territory, it is a solid choice for most collections.
While the mythology and fantasy in this story might be appealing, portions of the plot are incomplete and characters are inconsistent in their development and voice.
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Bravo, Avocado!
An enjoyable story about friendship and positive self-image, this is one to consider for picture book collections.
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Pebble and Wren
Quirky and charming, this graphic novel with themes of friendship and being one’s self will find a home in many collections.
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Iceberg
Fans of historical fiction and Nielsen’s other novels will be riveted by Hazel and her friends’ plight across the Atlantic aboard the Titanic.
An inspiring and heartening title that will find a home in any collection.
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