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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.
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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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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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.
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.
A fairly comprehensive introduction to robotics, and a good update to collections.
An inspiring compilation of young artists, activists, innovators, inventors, and changemakers. Purchase where Katherine Halligan’s Herstory and other biographical anthologies circulate well.
A strong choice. Recommended for middle and high school libraries and classroom collections.
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.
An excellent addition to middle school and high school libraries looking for updated titles about computers and technology careers.
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.
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Reminiscent of Graeme Base’s Animalia, patrons will want to pick up this eye-catching title over and over again.
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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 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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Cómo hacer un huerto casero
A great choice for young readers looking to become involved in creating their own garden.
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.
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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.
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.
A wonderful way to introduce middle grade and high school readers to the excitement and beauty of biographies.
Recommended for any library that caters to tweens and teens. Readers will enjoy Ortega’s down-to-earth advice and optimism.
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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.
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.
An important and timely book that spotlights the untold stories of survivors of the Nazi regime and the Holocaust.
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.
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.
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.
This timely and important book should be read by tweens, teens, and adults.
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.
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.
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.
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 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.
Those looking for creative Jewish inspiration may find some useful sections; most can wait for something better.
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The Book of Tiny Creatures
Purchase for nonfiction nature collections; a lovely addition to the shelves of budding naturalists.
Looks compelling, but selectors from large libraries will want to assess the need for this title as a springboard for a more complete study.
An illuminating international treasure hunt sure to invite repeat perusals; a welcome addition to nonfiction collections.
An interesting collection of coding ideas presented in a fresh way, with historical context and activities that do not require advanced technological expertise.
Teachers and librarians should include this title in their nonfiction collections for early elementary readers.
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