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April is Genocide Awareness and Prevention Month. Share these YA memoirs and nonfiction works about devastation and hope now, and year round.
With sensitivity and compassion, this father-daughter duo highlights consent, identity, and relationships. A useful addition to YA nonfiction collections.
This volume will inspire readers to conduct further investigation into the movements that excite them, and they might be spurred to stand up and make their voices heard.
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Pranklab
The book’s concept is encouraging and playful, but it is not a text that most kids will seek out at a library. Purchase if additional funds are available to upgrade science experiment collections.
This wide-ranging look at Native American and First Nations female leaders will inspire further reading.
Recommended for any young adult conducting research on the topic of sleep deprivation or simply curious about how to get a better night’s sleep.
A strong, if not entirely comprehensive, introduction to disabilities.
Miller provides a peculiar narrative nonfiction work that may capture the interest of curious readers, but the extensive text is overly detailed.
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Look What I Found in the Woods
A useful resource for kids and families who seek to have their own outdoor adventures, or for teachers and librarians who want to introduce features of informational text to kindergarten and primary grade students.
A book to be read over and over for its intriguing story, illustrations, and captions. Pair it with Jonathan Tweet’s Grandmother Fish for a clear introduction to the basics of evolution.
Purchase to help elementary readers understand the complexities of the climate crisis.
This appealing book provides essential information without being preachy or heavy-handed. A definite purchase for all libraries.
A relevant and timely addition to most biography collections.
The artwork and the poetic language are intriguing, but this book requires much more background information than most, if not all, children possess.
This book offers a pleasing layout, eye-catching pictures, and helpful diagrams. A fine addition for readers who are searching for quick facts about inventions and inventors.
An ambitious, gorgeous overview of bird adaptations.
This solid resource is useful for children who need a little humor to help absorb the science.
Through masterful storytelling and graceful illustrations, this impactful title embodies Maria Povika Martinez’s famous words: “The Great Spirit gave me [hands] that work...but not for myself, for all Tewa people.”
For collections that need books about bees, this title will fly off the shelf.
Highly recommended for libraries that need titles about the ongoing global fight against racism. Mandela’s journey makes for a powerful reminder of the ability to change.
This informative and striking butterfly book is a worthy addition to all collections.
A heartfelt volume emphasizing innocence in the face of continuing political violence, this #OwnVoices work is a must-purchase for poetry collections serving young patrons.
A quality addition to nonfiction collections for youth.
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Perfectly Imperfect Stories: Meet 28 Inspiring People and Discover Their Mental Health Stories
An important book to help normalize discussions about mental health, this is a welcome addition to most library collections.
Although the featured experiments and biographies are uneven, this attractive title will appeal to parents and caregivers who are looking for hands-on, nonscreen oriented activities for student enrichment.
A well-crafted and attractive text for animal fans, and a suitable introduction to the scientific concept of estivation.
A fun collection of factual poetry to add to shelves.
This title spotlights the story of an innovative Cherokee aerospace engineer, whose life sets an inspiring example for all children. Pair it with the picture book version of Margot Lee Shetterly’s Hidden Figures.
A brief exploration of the what, who and why of middle grade and teen nonfiction
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Whether celebrating Women's History Month or amplifying women's stories all year around, these 12 titles feature the inspiring stories of civil rights leaders, environmentalists, activists, and others at the forefront of their fields.
Kate Messner was one of many children's authors who took on pandemic-related projects—including a picture book biography of Dr. Anthony Fauci—over the past year.
What better genre than sports to shine a light on the everyday elements of American life that have perpetuated injustice? These are the stories where the truth shines the brightest.
The post THIS IS NO GAME: WHEN FACTS MATTER, SPORTS NON-FICTION IS A GOOD PLACE TO TURN, a guest post by Andrew Maraniss appeared first on Teen Librarian Toolbox.
Nathan writes an accessible history of the events, individuals, and consequences related to the historic Plessy v. Ferguson case.
An excellent addition to middle school and high school libraries looking for updated titles about computers and technology careers.
Brusatte’s work pops with all the excitement of a dinosaur-themed “CSI” show. Budding scientists and dinosaur enthusiasts will relish this deep dive into the detective work that comprises a fascinating field.
A unique collection that is unflinchingly honest and infused with hope. These valuable lessons of empathy, self-care, and acceptance will inspire all readers and will be especially encouraging for young people who are living with HIV.
A strong choice. Recommended for middle and high school libraries and classroom collections.
An additional purchase for larger young adult collections or where teens are working on career goals.
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The Beautiful Struggle
While there has been an attempt to make this more accessible to a younger audience, the writing in the original is far stronger.
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The Elephant Doctor of India
This engaging narrative, which is part biography, part veterinary science, and a full appreciation of the Asian elephant, aims to honor the wonder of the elephant and the cultures of the people that share their environment.
A useful collection of light reading that serves as an introduction to extreme sports; recommended for libraries looking to liven up their sports collections.
A book with snappy titles, colorful illustrations, and just enough new information so that children will feel informed and eager to discover more about sea creatures. A fine addition to animal studies and for individual reading and browsing.
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Is There Life in Outer Space?
An optional purchase. Readers have been better served by titles such as Stephanie Roth Sisson’s Star Stuff and Kathleen Krull’s Starstruck.
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So You Want To Be a Knight?
Hand this title, along with others in the series, to readers who enjoy a mixture of history and comedy found in titles like Nathan Hale’s “Hazardous Tales” or “Action Presidents.”
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Whale Fall Café
A second purchase, but one that will satisfy readers interested in more esoteric nonfiction topics.
Recommended for school and public libraries.
An engaging introduction to a unique woman in a fascinating field.
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What Is a River?
A fascinating introduction to rivers that could inspire kids to learn more.
A unique perspective in African American history. Recommended for upper elementary and early middle grade students.
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Reptiles Everywhere
Well-organized text and informative details make this title a solid introductory text. Young readers will be inspired to conduct further research.
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The Dinosaur Awards
Readers will be drawn to this generous collection of engaging information about dinosaurs and want to revisit it again and again.
An excellent picture book biography recommended for all collections. Readers will be inspired to strive for what they want in a world that may not be ready for them.
This fascinating title should not be missed. Readers who love insects, those who are fascinated with new forms of photography and its connections to the study of science, and teachers looking for new ways to interest students in science will love reading and using this book.
Grandin’s words are a rallying cry for budding scientists and she serves as a role model for young readers with autism. This is an important STEM and STREAM resource for every collection.
A pathos-filled picture book that celebrates the life of a figure in American history who hasn’t been featured often in children’s books. Recommended for all nonfiction collections.
Wonderful for reading aloud and sharing; recommended for every library to introduce art, poetry, and glorious birds to young readers and lucky listeners.
A strong addition to youth biography collections, especially where STEM fields are emphasized.
A fun and factual title, sure to be a bedtime favorite.
A fairly comprehensive introduction to robotics, and a good update to collections.
An essential purchase for introducing the impact laws and treaties had and continue to have on Native Nations.
A good purchase for elementary collections where stories about body science are popular and/or needed.
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National Parks Maps
Purchase only where this genre is needed. The busy format may overwhelm younger readers, and the spare text may leave older readers wondering if that’s all there is.
This inspirational rags-to-riches biography, released on the heels of a Netflix miniseries about the singer’s life, will inspire anyone who dreams of a career in the performing arts.
An inspiring picture book biography of an inquisitive girl who became a world-renowned scientist, told in accessible language.
An inspiring compilation of young artists, activists, innovators, inventors, and changemakers. Purchase where Katherine Halligan’s Herstory and other biographical anthologies circulate well.
An informative and entertaining exploration of each category of tool animals use.
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Embrace Your Body
A good introduction to body acceptance; an additional purchase for large collections.
A solid contribution to any elementary study of the senses.
An excellent purchase for elementary school collections because of the focus on an unsung female scientist paired with solid back matter and beautiful illustrations.
For the first time in its history, the SCWBI has announced a list of Golden Kite Award finalists.
The 2021 In the Margin Book Award winners and Top 10 lists have been announced.
A look into the creation of Ensnared in the Wolf’s Lair: Inside the 1944 Plot to Kill Hitler and the Ghost Children of His Revenge, plus a giveaway!
The post Bringing a New Wartime Diary to Light, a guest post by Ann Bausum appeared first on Teen Librarian Toolbox.
Reminiscent of Graeme Base’s Animalia, patrons will want to pick up this eye-catching title over and over again.
This collection poignantly captures the pain, rage, injustice, and resistance that mark this moment in American history. A solid purchase for all teen collections.
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She Persisted: Claudette Colvin
Cline-Ransome’s narrative provides a knowledgable, interesting introduction to an important player in the civil rights movement. Recommended for school and public libraries.
The child-friendly design of this title makes it a good read-aloud.
Every library needs this book, which can bring in a variety of readers who may or may not be on their own journey of self-discovery.
An upbeat addition to biographical picture book collections.
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Little Kid, Big City!: New York
An engaging and straightforward guide to New York City for early elementary students.
A recommended addition that expands awareness of the full impact of Title IX.
A picture book biography with luminous illustrations that are just as powerful as the empowering story of a young woman who refused to take “no” for an answer. Recommended.
This book provides plenty of information about animal adaptations and how these adaptations help the animals survive.
A welcome addition to any picture book biography collection; Williams deftly underscores the value of perseverance and education while highlighting the achievements of an influential Black female author.
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All Kinds of Animal Families
Purchase for collections that need to strengthen their diversity training materials for preschoolers.
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A Little Bit of Dinosaur
A fun purchase for inquisitive elementary students and for nonfiction collections where dinosaurs and science, in general, are popular.
Recommended for elementary biography collections looking for titles centered on female influencers and environmental champions.
This inspiring book would make a great launching point for deeper investigation into the lives and accomplishments of these amazing women.
Recommended as an engaging and imaginative addition to biography collections, and for lessons centering on social emotional learning.
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The Friendship Book
A title packed with very solid advice for young readers. A resource for educators that offers relatable, modern, and reflective questions to facilitate discussions with students about developing healthy and long-lasting relationships with their peers.
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She Persisted: Harriet Tubman
This engaging biography is a quick but informative read and well-matched for the intended audience.
A triumph; highly recommended for all libraries.
A strong picture book choice that features engaging artwork and an inspirational narrative. Fans of Venus and Serena Williams will be familiar with the basics of the sisters’ background but will see the importance of their sisterly bond and how it helped them overcome obstacles.
This moving account sheds light on shameful events long suppressed or ignored. All collections should consider this title’s value in providing historical context to current conversations about racism and America’s ongoing legacy of white supremacy.
This is a possible addition to books used in a classroom study of bees, but the fictional narrative serves a questionable purpose.
A must-purchase that will empower Black children, and expand all readers’ knowledge of African American history.
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