by SLJ Reviews

It seems as if every fourth book is based on a familiar song, from folk to rock and beyond! Judge for yourselves which made the translation with no wrong notes, and stay tuned for more!

These titles take tween readers on immersive journeys through history.

These powerful stories of seven trailblazing women—including a scientist,a marine biologist, a World War II military pilot, a popular singer, an astronomer, an astrophysicist, and a code breaker during the world wars—who were pioneers in their fields will enlighten and inspire young readers.

These two titles focus on the climate crisis, providing accessible information and ­up-­to-date scientific data.

These three titles for fairly young children can be used in the context of LBGTQIA+ issues, or for everyone trying to find out who they are.

These rom-com–loving characters meta-spin the genre and push the boundaries of familiar tropes as they star and upend in their own love stories.

These engaging picture book biographies spotlight two influential Black female tennis players: Althea Gibson and Serena Williams.

These genre-blending works of historical fiction highlight long-held truths and feel as immediate as any contemporary story.

From crafting to meditating, these lists recommend several books on a common theme or subject with selections for a variety of ages and reading levels—making them perfect ways to inspire reading, talking, and playing together as a family.