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Tamarind and the Star of Ishta
With an increase in Southeast Asian representation in middle grade fantasy, readers are best directed to other titles. Not recommended as a first purchase.
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A Blue Kind of Day
Sparse yet effective text may serve all ages well in helping them give voice to unexpressed feelings. A recommended purchase for public, elementary, and middle school libraries.
I Color Myself Different
This affirming autobiographical look at race and belonging for young readers is a recommended first purchase for public and elementary school libraries. Ideal for read-alouds and starting discussions on family, race, and identity.
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Beauty Woke
Invite readers to listen in on a tale for fans of fractured fairy tales and the trickster tales of Yuyi Morales. A recommended purchase for libraries serving young children.
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Color the Sky
A recommended purchase for home and public library collections serving the youngest of patrons, and for fans of Eric Carle. Older readers may find instructional use; for example, the book can be used to teach colors to English language learners.
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Rodney Was a Tortoise
A tale of grief over losing a precious pet that hits just the right note of optimism for the future. Pair with The Legend of the Rainbow Bridge and The Tenth Good Thing About Barney for readers experiencing this loss firsthand.
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Rock Star Recess
Reminiscent of Laura Numeroff’s works, this title takes a lively look at what’s possible during recess when friends let their imaginations run wild. Best suited for elementary collections and independent readers who enjoy humor.
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I Am Thinking My Life
A welcome addition to early elementary and public libraries where Kobi Yamada and Peter H. Reynolds’s work circulates well.
I Am You: A Book About Ubuntu
I Am You acknowledges differences children experience in who they are and the environments in which they are raised, but celebrates our shared humanity and the strength in treating other with love and respect. A recommended first purchase.
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