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Not necessarily a text that teens would independently select from the library shelves, but it could be well used as a desk copy for middle and high school counselors.
A necessary purchase to educate teens on the seriousness of climate change and the imperative to enact change now.
Recommended for any library that caters to tweens and teens. Readers will enjoy Ortega’s down-to-earth advice and optimism.
A good addition to any school or public library, which spotlights the varied experiences of immigrants.
Those looking for in-depth coverage of the influence of and reaction to communism in the United States will want this for their collections.
This young adult nonfiction title will be enjoyed primarily by avid hip-hop fans who want to understand the origins of the genre.
An appealing resource sure to spark an interest in biomimicry, from casual readers to budding scientists. Recommended for all libraries.
A comprehensive and useful addition for middle and high school collections to pair with Susan Rubin Goldman’s Sing and Shout: The Mighty Voice of Paul Robeson.
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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.
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.
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.
This inspiring book would make a great launching point for deeper investigation into the lives and accomplishments of these amazing women.
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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.
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 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.
A must-purchase that will empower Black children, and expand all readers’ knowledge of African American history.
This timely and important book should be read by tweens, teens, and adults.
A wonderful way to introduce middle grade and high school readers to the excitement and beauty of biographies.
A recommended purchase for middle school and high school libraries. Counselors assisting high schoolers with college preparation and educators teaching leadership classes will find many of the journaling activities very useful.
A welcome addition that fills the gap between picture books and adult nonfiction for budding bee enthusiasts, or for school reports.
A solid biography for older readers focusing on the specific years of FDR’s life that included his struggles with polio, recovery, and learning to live as a person with a disability in a world where those differences usually meant being hidden away.
A great addition to middle school libraries, particularly in schools that are incorporating the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals in their curriculums.
Recommended for elementary biography collections looking for titles centered on female influencers and environmental champions.
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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While I Was Away
This memoir artfully depicts Brown’s experience as a child who feels pulled between two cultures. A welcome addition to any middle grade collection.
Great for those looking to expand their STEM biographies and collected biography sections.
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Taking on the Plastics Crisis
This pep talk on a pressing environmental issue showcases science, suggestions for community organizing and leadership, and compelling motivation to make a difference. Recommended for junior high and high school nonfiction collections.
Wonderful illustrations and poetry highlight cutting-edge scientific information about how trees communicate and share information. Don’t leave this one behind.
A great purchase for libraries where Sís’s work is enjoyed.
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.
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13 Ways To Eat a Fly
A lighthearted nonfiction picture book that could easily be used with young children in different ways.
This charming history title is a true inspiration for the present. An informative must-have for all libraries.
This title is a brilliant combination of storytelling and factual information. The narrative celebrates a caring family and a young girl’s growing love of nature. The information adds to readers’ understanding and appreciation of the natural world. Highly recommended.
This book’s message of selflessness is as clear as the click of the metal-studded heels of sentinels walking their appointed steps.
An important and timely book that spotlights the untold stories of survivors of the Nazi regime and the Holocaust.
This is a possible addition to books used in a classroom study of bees, but the fictional narrative serves a questionable purpose.
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Cómo hacer un huerto casero
A great choice for young readers looking to become involved in creating their own garden.
Recommended as an engaging and imaginative addition to biography collections, and for lessons centering on social emotional learning.
Teachers and librarians should include this title in their nonfiction collections for early elementary readers.
What makes a country fall to a dictator? How does an entire nation follow an authoritarian leader –a Strongman—down a dangerous and deadly path? How does democracy die?
The post Why I Wrote Strongman. Facts Matter. So Does History, a guest post by Kenneth C. Davis appeared first on Teen Librarian Toolbox.
The children's literature world was shocked by the unexpected death of author Kathleen Krull, who had recently been diagnosed with cancer. Also in this edition of News Bites, Ibram X. Kendi makes a deal with Netflix; opportunities for funding; and more.
Recommended for libraries where animal and fact books are popular.
Recommended for libraries where the publisher’s books or animal titles are popular.
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Texas
More entertaining than the usual offerings about states, these titles should circulate well in elementary school and public libraries.
Good for browsing and stimulating discussion between young readers and adults. However, to develop a firm understanding of STEM-related words, children need more information and many opportunities to use these words purposefully.
Flash Facts is a new collection of short comics about science and technology featuring DC superheroes. Here's an exclusive preview of "Home Sweet Space" with Supergirl, written by Cecil Castellucci.
A recommended resource to jump-start difficult conversations.
The post Book Review: #MeToo and You: Everything You Need To Know About Consent, Boundaries, and More by Halley Bondy appeared first on Teen Librarian Toolbox.
Many readers will yearn for more from this debut writer. Educators will find the text to be useful in teaching antiracist curricula, and teens will see a lens that mirrors their experiences or gain knowledge of a compelling perspective.
These engaging picture book biographies spotlight two influential Black female tennis players: Althea Gibson and Serena Williams.
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Permanent Record: How One Man Exposed the Truth about Government Spying and Digital Security
A fascinating look behind the scenes of real-life espionage. Recommended for high school and public libraries.
A high-quality introduction to a topic not often covered in books for middle graders.
A great addition to any classroom and school library as a reference source. Give it to all the English teachers you know.
Recommended where biographies of contemporary musicians are popular.
A striking collection of voices, who examine and celebrate the experience of Black women from the past and present. An excellent introduction to Black women writers who were ignored by history.
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The Hero Handbook
A solid starting point of inspiration for school libraries looking to build a self-help section.
An in-depth, scientific approach to explain the disastrous 2011 Tohoku earthquake, deadly tsunami, and tragic nuclear meltdown of the Fukushima Daiichi nuclear power plant in Japan.
A must-have puberty survival guidebook for tweens and teens, this is a perfect choice for collections in need of health titles that use gender-inclusive language.
This title highlights the “A” in STEAM and is sufficiently meaty in its scientific presentation. The sample origami projects also make this title a great resource to bridge science and origami in the home and classroom.
A nice addition to school collections where geography and human movement are studied.
A perfect example of excellent narrative nonfiction and a must-have for any middle school library. This work will stand solidly beside books by James Swanson and Steve Sheinkin.
A welcome addition to animal study units, for read-alouds, and for enjoyment and learning. Truly a winner.
A timely work that makes use of bright pages and accessible tips to engage students and motivate them to enact change in their communities. Recommended.
A well-written, must-have collection of poems.
This work examines timely, important topics and is a worthy consideration for library collections.
A solid choice for developing public health collections for the very young.
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Sylvia and Marsha Start a Revolution!: The Story of the Trans Women of Color Who Made LGBTQ+ History
This volume could serve as a discussion starter to introduce children to activists who fought for transgender rights.
An ode to the art of letter writing and to the importance of giving thanks. A fantastic supplement to lesson plans that teach kindness and empathy.
An excellent introductory guide to amphibians; recommended for Spanish nonfiction collections for children.
A highly topical book that may offer families a starting point for discussing COVID-19 with young children.
A must-have for all schools and libraries that wish to maintain a current and vibrant poetry collection for young people.
This quiet celebration would be a pleasure to read aloud to a small group.
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We Are The Supremes
This sparkling picture book will inspire readers to persist in the fight for their dreams and for a better world.
This book contains numerous interesting biographical and technological facts, which results in an engaging, fast-paced narrative that will delight readers of history and space technology. A worthy addition to all libraries serving teens.
This middle grade biography captures the ambition and perseverance of Jemison and would be a welcome resource for any library.
The romantic and anthropomorphic aspects of the story and explanations will appeal to some adult readers, and some parents and teachers may find this useful for introductory discussions of genetics, diversity, or evolution with children.
Purchase for libraries that need to update a science collection.
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Old Enough To Save the Planet
A great purchase for school and public libraries that highlights how children can effect change.
An inspirational read-aloud for all collections.
For libraries that have an established mindfulness initiative.
A worthy addition to any biography collection, as Williams’s story showcases a phenomenal testament to never giving up and working hard toward a goal.
A compelling picture book that introduces the history of segregation and its impact in the U. S. to young readers.
A rich, well-designed offering with multiple uses for teachers and students. A standout among the many books about honeybees.
A great purchase for libraries where art and short stories are popular and more diverse voices about incarceration and incarcerated family members are needed.
A recommended resource to jump-start difficult conversations.
A recommended addition to libraries serving high school and college students looking to provide resources about sexual safety.
These inspiring stories spotlight compelling role models for young girls. A great companion to the authors’ The Confidence Code for Girls.
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