Abby Bussen

Whatever gap you’re looking to fill in your collection, this cycle of series focuses on human potential.

A whopping 35 books were selected for this year’s Best Nonfiction list---our longest yet. From STEM works to eye-opening historical accounts, these titles will fill all of your curricular needs.

For the first time in years, we created a breakout list of poetry titles. These six selections include the latest from powerhouse poets Joyce Sidman, Jack Prelutsky, and Nikki Grimes.

This assemblage of dynamic books will excite and inform kiddos of all ages. From professional team sports to activities for solo athletes, there is much to pore over here, including a series that focuses on social and emotional learning in sports.

Libraries looking to ignite the spark of curiosity in future engineers need to find just the right books to keep readers informed and engaged, spanning reading levels so they can continue to slake their thirst for knowledge as they grow. 

Looking for new ways to make your sports nonfiction collection the G.O.A.T.? We’ve busted through over 100 fresh-off-the-presses nonfiction titles to be your personal Bob Uecker, delivering play-by-plays for some of the best books in the game. 

Close your eyes and think of the word “technology.” Where does your mind take you? Whatever you dwell on, you can’t deny that tech and machines have made our lives very different than those of our ancestors. Let us make your life easy by breaking down the best in show for this season’s publications.

Whether they’re learning about a new extreme sport or getting interested in dance, kids will find much to enjoy in these series.

There’s much here to satisfy gearheads, including planes, trains, automobiles, and drones. Children who are interested in the effects of tech on the world around them will enjoy learning about drones, AI, and social media.