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BIG LIES: From Socrates to Social Media
Kurlansky advises readers “It would not be acceptable to call everyone a liar, but it is wise to question everything you are told.” Libraries would be equally wise to purchase and recommend to middle and high school students.
Best Nonfiction 2022 | SLJ Best Books
Stellar research, unexplored histories, scientific breakthroughs, and heartbreaking truths loom large in this whopping list of 52 choice nonfiction works.
Call Him Jack: The Story of Jackie Robinson, Black Freedom Fighter
Much more than a sports biography, this powerful and stellar work documents Robinson’s place in history as a civil rights hero. Highly recommended for all middle and high school libraries.
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Hanged! Mary Surratt and the Plot to Assassinate Abraham Lincoln
Miller provides readers a compelling and detailed analysis of the courtroom proceedings against Surratt that will intrigue lovers of history and true crime stories. Recommended for middle and high school collections.
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Unlawful Orders: A Portrait of Dr. James B. Williams, Tuskegee Airman, Surgeon, and Activist
Strongly recommended for middle school students as it fills a significant gap in YA nonfiction covering the critical fight to integrate the military and medicine.
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American Murderer: The Parasite that Haunted the South
An excellent addition for middle and high school students.
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Trapped in Terror Bay: Solving the Mystery of the Lost Franklin Expedition
An engaging story would have benefited from a simpler format but nonetheless serves as a helpful purchase for those looking to fill gaps in their collection.
Murder Among Friends: How Leopold and Loeb Tried to Commit the Perfect Crime
A chilling page-turner with compelling psychoanalytic aspects not often seen in young adult nonfiction. Highly recommended.
Best Nonfiction 2021 | SLJ Best Books
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.
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