Cathy DeCampli, Haddonfield Public Library, NJ

Not only will readers learn about Asian American Pacific Islander (AAPI) hate, systemic racism, and inequality, they will be better prepared to fight for a better future.

Each stage of life brings new challenges and these series are available to help children approach them with understanding and excitement.

The social sciences shed light on the world around us and help us understand our place in it. This season’s selections cover a wealth of seemingly unrelated topics that touch our lives daily, even though we may not realize to what extent.