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Root Magic
A fantastical tale brimming with family traditions, friendship, and #BlackGirlMagic that is sure to be an excellent addition to any library’s middle grade collection.
Those seeking fast-paced, stomach-churning space adventures will find a friend in Astro Mouse.
A dynamic, action-packed fantasy that forces a young girl to face her fears when attempting to rescue her brother.
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Sea of Kings
Fast-paced and exciting, with well-drawn characters, humor, and a cinematic setting, this story will appeal to fantasy and adventure lovers who enjoy lots of twisty action.
A video interview with the author, illustrator, and fans of the strangest, most charming, Dutch import of 2020.
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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.
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Yesterday Dr. Seuss Enterprises announced that six Seuss books would cease to be published.
My opinion? It's a good move.
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Gomez-Hira makes the hot Miami summer come alive as we follow Carmen and crew through days of dance, Disney, and drama. Good fun.
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The House That Wasn’t There
Arnold creates a world that is both completely normal and wonderfully magical, and readers will want to be a part of it. Recommended.
An insightful story, with echoes of Narnia, that will appeal to thoughtful and sophisticated readers.
A first purchase for middle grade collections as well as book clubs for this age range.
Sila wonders if people are more compassionate because of their own difficult experiences; in this unique, touching book, the answer is yes. Recommended for all collections.
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The Ash House
This creepy story will appeal to readers who are drawn to the unexplained and all things foreboding in its exploration of memory, reality, truth, found family, and survival.
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Summer Lifeguards
A feel-good series opener that could have mass appeal in spite of its flaws.
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Merci Suárez Can’t Dance
Fans of Merci Suárez Changes Gears will love watching how Merci and those around her grow. This sequel doesn’t disappoint and is an essential purchase for all collections.
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Soul Lanterns
This gut-wrenching tale of the Hiroshima bombing from a Japanese perspective is a tender and honest exploration of empathy in the aftermath of unimaginable pain and grief.
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Mr. Corbett Is in Orbit!
From the opening warning about scenes of “graphic violins,” it’s clear that weirdness extends to all parts of this out-of-this-world field trip.
Sure to be immensely popular, this title also serves as a great introduction to the creative process and to the evolving question of “what is a comic?” Colorful, compelling, and laugh-out-loud funny. Every elementary school library needs this graphic novel.
Courage, determination, and unwavering love are the foundation of this debut; a much-needed addition to public and school libraries.
All libraries should make room on their shelves for this collection of Native-voiced stories. Recommended.
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Simon B. Rhymin’
This uplifting, realistic story of a young Black boy lyricist is a strong addition to any library collection.
An amusing and magical tale that embraces its campiness to full effect. For readers who enjoyed Kat Leyh’s Snapdragon, Steven T. Seagle’s Camp Midnight, or Whitney Gardner’s Fake Blood.
Beautifully written, this tender novel should be read by anyone who understands how challenging navigating mental illness can be. A first purchase for all shelves; buy more than one copy.
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War and Millie McGonigle
A must-buy for school and children’s libraries looking to expand their historical fiction selections.
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Squad Goals
This novel’s level of unchallenged body shaming and judgment is unsettling and harmful in a children’s book. There are much better books that center on unlikely friendships and underdog athletes.
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Snow Day in May
A perilous journey on skis, an encounter with escaped zoo animals, and a new neighbor who becomes a friend all add up to a pleasing package in this series debut.
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Escape from…the Titanic
Titanic books are always popular, but unfortunately this is not one of the better ones on the market. Purchase for large collections where reluctant readers need more historical fiction.
A beautiful story for middle graders discovering who they are. A wonderful addition to all collections.
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Cuckoo’s Flight
Fans of historical fiction, or even horse stories, will appreciate this fast-paced tale.
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Shadow Hills
While this episodic simplicity may not enthrall more mature readers, it will likely appeal to elementary readers who are transitioning from leveled easy readers to more complex chapter books.
This chapter book companion to Bowling’s well-loved middle grade series is a recommended purchase.
While informative and ambitious, this awkward narrative bites off more than it can chew. One could imagine factual components in sidebars so that the narrative alone doesn’t have to carry the weight of this interesting slice of history.
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All You Knead Is Love
A charming, original title that will draw fans of Janae Marks’s From the Desk of Zoe Washington.
A useful collection of light reading that serves as an introduction to extreme sports; recommended for libraries looking to liven up their sports collections.
Nathan writes an accessible history of the events, individuals, and consequences related to the historic Plessy v. Ferguson case.
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.
Add this audiobook along with the print book to every library collection, especially those with an audience that may resist reading or listening to stories that are different from their own.
Fans of LaCour’s previous novels will not be disappointed by this hauntingly beautiful tale; the audiobook is a masterful performance of an artistically prolific work. LaCour’s latest novel is a cathartic masterpiece and will evoke strong emotions in listeners of this audiobook.
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Grown
Rife with crucial issues, Jackson’s newest bestseller will require multiple formats to satisfy audience demands.
Impossible to put down, this page-turning mystery is a must-listen for fans of April Henry, mysteries, and thrillers. A great addition to any library collection.
With Corzo as her aural sidekick, Mejia’s spectral Latinx adventure gets just the right #OwnVoices partnership.
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Illegal: A Disappeared Novel
The laudable success of this timely #OwnVoices Latinx collaboration should encourage audience growth across multiple formats.
This is a must read/listen. While this is a story of injustice, it is also the story of a boy and his humanity.
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This Is All Your Fault
A great choice for teens and adults who value diversity, coming of age, and self-discovery in their fiction.
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Running
The audiobook provides an excellent portrayal of the emotions Mari feels throughout the story, giving her internal struggle added depth. This book examines politics from a unique angle and could give insight into the election process to teens.
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Twin Daggers
This first book in a duology sets the perfect stage for the sequel, giving readers just enough history of the societies paired with Aissa’s personal experiences to make the world come alive and leave the reader excited to know what happens next.
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Through My Eyes: Ruby Bridges
This is a beautifully done audiobook for any collection. Pair it with the print book to get the full impact of the pictures while Bridges tells her story.
The struggle Tracy and her family are facing is raw and real; it’s a story that needs to be heard. This audiobook brings a powerful depth to the emotions and events.
A fun and factual title, sure to be a bedtime favorite.
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.
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.
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.”
Recommended for school and public libraries.
An engaging introduction to a unique woman in a fascinating field.
A unique perspective in African American history. Recommended for upper elementary and early middle grade students.
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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.
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.
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Each of Us a Desert
This epic story of personal discovery is magical in its simple complexity. The audiobook would be a great partner with the print version but can easily stand on its own.
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Eventide
A fast and entertaining story that will entice readers who are fans of historical fiction with paranormal elements, this is a good addition to audiobook collections looking to add a spooky, historical tale appropriate for middle grade audiences.
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Apple: (Skin to the Core)
Hearing the story told from the author himself provides a personal connection to the stories included. But, listeners may miss out on the visual elements Gansworth describes in the Author’s Note
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All This Time
This coming-of-age story with a fantasy twist will make an excellent addition to collections with young adult audiobooks. Give this to mature teenagers and adults who enjoy multilayered story construction.
Pair the print and audiobook versions together. The audiobook is powerful because of the voices of Born This Way Foundation reporters who narrate the chapters. The print version is powerful because of the images and notes from Lady Gaga in each chapter.
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Charming as a Verb
This book is quite charming and will have readers cheering for Henri and Corrine.
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Meet Me By the Sea
Young children will love the setting, animals, and adventure in this reasonable addition to most shelves.–
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Robert and the World’s Best Cake
A humorous and vibrant book for collections seeking lighthearted looks at inclusion.
Highly recommended for all Spanish and bilingual board book collections for children.
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And Then Came Hope
A great sell for story times with an “ouches” or “boo boo” theme, this title sends a message of kindness and tenderness for almost anyone feeling out of sorts.–
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The Lost Package
A solid purchase, and a touching story of friendship. An author’s note provides a personal tribute to the USPS and mentions the impact of the coronavirus on the agency.
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Hugga Loula
Modeling compassion for family and loved ones with hugs and patient listening, this is a perfect lesson for social emotional learning, with the generous message that sometimes managing frustration means reaching out to others for help.
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In My Dreams I Can Fly
A wonderfully pleasing picture book that could be used in a preschool sessions covering the seasons and invertebrates.
A sweet, never sentimental book about finding happiness in small places, and perfect for lap-reading or story times.
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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.
An inspiring picture book biography of an inquisitive girl who became a world-renowned scientist, told in accessible language.
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Between the Bliss and Me
Highly recommended for libraries to highlight characters with mental illness.
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My Red Hat
A sweetly potent homage to the special love between old and young; recommended for all public library collections.
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Lucky
This story will charm younger children in a read-aloud setting, but the often overflowing page space, shared by multiple illustrated scenes and text lines, suggest independent readers are the best audience for the toy elephant’s surprising adventure. Not an essential purchase, but full of heart.
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Astronaut Training
Despite the lack of clear message, this bright and cheery book fills a hole in the shelves for budding astronauts and space enthusiasts.
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Spark
Platitudes and overly sentimental text paired with crayon-bright colors attempt to convey the spark but fall flat. Give this one a miss.
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Whale Fall Café
A second purchase, but one that will satisfy readers interested in more esoteric nonfiction topics.
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.
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What Is a River?
A fascinating introduction to rivers that could inspire kids to learn more.
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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.
An excellent purchase for elementary school collections because of the focus on an unsung female scientist paired with solid back matter and beautiful illustrations.
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