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New Novels for Intermediate Readers from Andrea Cheng, Kate Klise, and Others │ JLG’s Booktalks to Go
For kids who want books that are meatier than independent readers, but are not quite ready for middle grade novels, the following stand-alone and series chapter books—selected by Junior Library Guild editors—will grab their attention.
What Makes a Family?: Novels for Middle Grade Readers | JLG's Booktalks to Go
Today’s families are increasingly blended, made up of different cultures and circumstances. Children’s literature reflects this growing trend with books that feature biracial kids, matriarch-led households, and more. Offer these new titles by award-winning fan favorites selected by the editors at Junior Library Guild.
Boy Hijinks: Independent Readers with Male Protagonists│ JLG’s Booktalks to Go
From adventurous ants to budding magicians and reluctant dog walkers to intrepid big brothers, the characters in the following independent readers tackle friendship woes, class projects, and new hobbies.
No More Pink: Independent Readers with Independent Female Protagonists │ JLG’s Booktalks to Go
From a naughty girl-turned-spy to a best friend who sometimes makes mistakes, these strong female characters make their own choices, even when it’s scary to do so.
YA A-Listers Deliver New Hits │JLG’s Booktalks to Go Teen
Bring on the A-Listers! Magaret Peterson Haddix, Shannon Hale, Jonathan Corey Whaley, and Chris Wooding all have new titles out that teens will want to know about.
Birds of a Feather: Fiction and Nonfiction Books for Young Readers │ JLG’s Booktalks to Go
Books about birds can teach kids amazing facts about nature, and they can also make them laugh. From a lost chicken in the city to a pigeon who really needs a bath, these following titles will be a feather in your cap.
Women Who Made a Difference │ JLG’s Booktalks to Go
How can the efforts of one woman make an impact? The following nonfiction titles tell the stories of women who forged a path for future generations with small but powerful acts.
Stellar Nonfiction for Young Readers│ JLG’s Booktalks to Go
From amazing facts about eyes to an artist who could see colors, the following selections by the editors at Junior Library Guild fill a need for top-notch nonfiction that captures the imagination while feeding the demand for increased rigor.
Picture Books About Women Who Made a Difference │ JLG’s Booktalks to Go
In honor of Women's History Month, use the following booktalks and tools to share these new picture books about independent women who broke records, fought segregation, and inspired others to follow their dreams.
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