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Home, Home
Perfect for libraries wishing to add a beautiful cross-cultural story to their collection, and for every child who has ever felt different.
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Dreaming of a Quinceañera
An excellent story about siblings and quinceañeras that entertains while providing a good description of the traditions and ceremonies that make up a quinceañera.
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12 Little Elves Save Christmas
A perfect way to introduce children to diverse Christmas traditions and cultures.
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Owl’s Fall Feast Fiasco
A warm title for young readers about honest and effective communication, friendship, and the understanding that differences are worth celebrating.
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Illuminary
This fantastical novel of misfits on a Quest literally and figuratively will entice readers in middle school and beyond. The cliff-hanger ending will have readers anticipating the sequel.
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Kai Po Che: Mini’s Perfect Kite
This strong choice can be used across multiple grades as a read-aloud or as part of a math lesson involving kites and competition.
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Of Earthly Delights
This gothic romance, while occasionally repetitive, offers an atmospheric and emotionally charged narrative. Mature readers may particularly appreciate the sharp, eerie imagery woven throughout.
This is a wonderful addition to any library and would be well suited for children of all ages.
In these books that take place in part during the first semester of college, characters learn more about themselves during this time of transition—and maybe fall in love along the way.
A delightful story about friendship, acceptance, and kindness, perfect for introducing young readers to the rich traditions of Chuseok.
Not a mandatory purchase, but give this one a go to boost Halloween sections. This rhyming romp is sure to get everyone excited for spooky season.
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It’s Time for Halloween
Bright, interactive, and developmentally on target, this seasonal board book is an engaging choice for Halloween displays and lapsits alike.
A beautiful and reflective read, perfect for celebrating Día de Muertos or simply savoring life’s precious moments. Purchase to enrich holiday collections.
A warm and empowering story about finding one’s voice while celebrating the love of family. Highly recommended.
This read will charm trick-or-treaters and caregivers, and is a solid addition to holiday collections.
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It’s Halloween, Curious George!
A cheerful holiday addition for Curious George fans and others, this is perfect for little hands eager to explore.
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Peppa Pig and the Wedding Day
A heartwarming story about love, friendship, and the joy of celebrating special moments.
A good resource to learn more about Día de Muertos, recommended for all collections.
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Bob the Vampire Snail
Slightly confusing at times, this unlikely vampire tale is excellent Halloween fun.
An informative read that introduces young readers to the richness of Jewish traditions and celebrations.
An affirming, sweet board book for families who celebrate Chuseok.
A must-buy. Young readers love exploring their independence, and this delightful story might just inspire a few more to embrace their unique selves
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Silly Witch
Fun art, pretty good Halloween jokes, and a straightforward premise. A fine first joke book for youngsters who love the spooky season.
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Not-So-Bad Guys Vampire!
A fine addition to collections, for those who don’t mind their vampires watered-down.
A beautifully illustrated, tenderly told story for fall reading or any unit on empathy and inference. Highly recommended.
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Pumpkin Dad
This funny and endearing story is a delightful read, perfect for eager and mischievous children who might think twice about tricking their own parents during the holiday season.
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Mustafa’s Mithai
This is recommended, especially for collections focused on global food traditions.
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Can You Find the Black Cat?
A playful Halloween book offering a sensory treat that will do well in board book collections.
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Chicka Chicka Tricka Treat
A must-have for little ghouls and goblins who love letters and laughs. Buy it to give holiday collections a boost.
Informative and colorful, this picture book provides a thorough and detailed explanation of Día de los Muertos for readers of all ages.
This book is recommended for all collections.
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No More Mr. Mice Guy
A rollicking read-aloud for kids who enjoy Creepy Carrots! and other picture books that give readers the shivers while making them laugh out loud.
A great addition to holiday and board book collections that will be the star at any storytime.
Sweet holiday fun, perfect for the Halloween season.
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Magic Flashlight: Ghost Hunt
A cheery Halloween read and activity that will make toddlers and preschoolers squeal with delight again and again.
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Squash & Pumpkin: #SquashGoals
This fall-themed story of friendship is bursting with puns and adorable, big-eyed vegetables.
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Cat’s First Halloween
Not objectionable and also not additive, this book is easy for young readers to look at and quick to read.
A book to celebrate Halloween, while encouraging readers to consider whether they can stay true to their interests rather than simply following expectations.
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Let’s Get Spooky
Highly detailed spooky scenes will hold readers’ attentions and encourage them to pore over the details.
A good addition for libraries seeking to enhance their young children’s Halloween collections.
Fun and clever, this book is a unique addition to library collections for preschool readers and is an enjoyable story to read aloud as Halloween approaches.
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A Rakhi for Rakesh
A beautiful and culturally significant book that highlights the importance of family, forgiveness, and tradition.
A fun tale with appeal across many age groups, and especially for lovers of sea animals.
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Little Boo
An exhilarating seasonal pick that will appeal to little ghouls and their occasionally frustrated older siblings.
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Anyada Buena, Shanah Tovah
Along with Aroeste’s previous board books, Buen Shabat, Shabbat Shalom, and Mazal Bueno!, this newest offering is a wonderful way to highlight the diversity of the Jewish community.
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The Invisible Parade
A touching and visually stunning picture book that honors the depth of loss while celebrating the enduring power of family, tradition, and remembrance.
A beautifully crafted book about the joys of sharing a special moment, this will inspire in children an appreciation of nature.
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One Can Be
This simple picture book about the joy of being alone and the benefits of working together is a solid purchase for most collections.
A solid choice for libraries, especially those seeking more slice-of-life Latinx representation.
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Goodnight, Pickleball
If it’s okay to center the father and leave the child on the sidelines, share this with young readers. This is a recommended and playful introduction to the sport.
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As the World Goes By
A gentle, thoughtful story that encourages children to slow down and appreciate the small moments of beauty in everyday life.
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Axolotl and Axolittle
Cute-as-can-be axolotls engaging in sibling squabbles don’t save the text that forces rhymed endings.
A story of niche interest, but worthy for larger collections.
A worthy addition to early reader collections.
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The Shindig Is Coming!
An enjoyably silly title that would be a welcome addition to a library’s beginning chapter books collection; a recommended purchase.
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Octopus Moves
For stories about helping friends, Joe Cepeda’s I Help or Suzy Capozzi’s I Am Helpful: A Positive Power Story offer stronger narratives. However, the unique illustrations in this title make it a worthwhile secondary purchase.
A good purchase for libraries serving Spanish-speaking communities and where diverse and neurodivergent books are needed or in high demand.
A good purchase for libraries serving Spanish-speaking communities, especially those serving Puerto Rican communities.
An inspirational picture book that encourages young readers to leave a bright path behind them, this title is an excellent addition to Spanish picture book collections.
A heartfelt picture book celebrating Day of the Dead, this special title also reminds readers that every moment of life is special. Purchase for all picture book shelves.
This translated award-winning picture book with stunning illustrations has a place in every library’s Spanish-language picture book collection.
An ode to the magic of the desert and the wonders of exploration and imagination, this Spanish-language picture book is an excellent addition to children’s collections.
Despite a busy design, this is a good purchase for libraries serving Spanish-speaking communities and where STEM books are needed or in high demand.
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9 pequeñas personas
This sweet celebration of diverse families is a general purchase for Spanish-language picture book shelves.
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Un país en mi mochila
A strong choice for migrant teens looking for books that mirror their own experiences and a good addition to Spanish-language fiction shelves for older readers.
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Hay gatos en este libro
This is a fun title that parents and children can read and enjoy together. A general purchase for picture book shelves.
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Y, también, el zorro
Easily at home in nonfiction, picture book, and poetry collections, this would make a great choice for nature walks or as a precursor to research projects. Animal lovers will fully embrace this tale.
A charming bilingual picture book for general purchase.
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El niño con flores en la cabeza
A gentle way to explain sorrowful moments in life, this book should be in every collection.
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Los libros son una lata
This picture book, with its humorous protagonist and fun take on books and reading, is a fun addition to Spanish collections for children. It can be used as writing prompts or as part of the school curriculum.
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Joan in the Cone
A perfect read-aloud for children, especially in cases where teaching resilience and acceptance are needed.
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Nothing Ever Happens
Fun and clever, Nothing Ever Happens is a charming addition to collections, especially those intended for young children.
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Never Take Your Rhino on a Plane
Children will love the antics of the rhino and parents will recognize and relate to the perils and pitfalls of travel; this makes for a serviceable cautionary lesson on travel.
The abuelitos are a loving couple who warmly welcome their family to a celebration of love and connection; the counting and addition of well-chosen and highly supported Spanish is a bonus. Highly recommended.
Building an understanding of winter vocabulary, this is an excellent addition to any collection.
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Our Friendly Farmhouse
An uplifting tale of family doing hard work together to make the life they envision.
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The Monster in the Lake
A visually engaging story with playful elements, but the confusing message and weak plot make it a lower priority for library collections.
This celebration of creativity and resilience is a first purchase for school and public libraries.
The good heart at this story’s center may not move most readers beyond the clumsy text.
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Grandmother Moon
A solid choice for libraries needing books on Indigenous populations or looking for an introduction to Native belief systems.
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Vera the Astronaut
With a bit of suspense, this is a fun picture book about working hard and following your dreams, sure to spark contemplation about teamwork and good sportsmanship.
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Come Back Out, Mole!
This will allow for excellent discourse about worrying and about the quiet joys that can be found in friendship and in the world.
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There’s a Dinosaur in Your Book
A sweet and silly story that will help readers in the process of learning to use their inside voices, this is recommended for purchase for larger collections and where the series is popular.
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Vera La Valiente Is Scared
A relatable story with wide appeal about bravery and emotional honesty.
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Un-Wanted
This will be a big hit with toddlers at story hours and early elementary readers emerging into literacy.
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Meet the Smushkins
While the illustrations are intriguing and raise many questions, it is also easy to get derailed among the unusual characters and their goals. Forthcoming books in the series should reveal more.
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Will and Krill
A thoughtful book to share for story times and discussions about speaking up, intended for all children who need a sweet—pun-laden
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