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Wise Up! Wise Down! A Poetic Conversation

John Agard & Jonarno Lawson | NONFICTION, Jan 10, 2025

From mediocre verses about literary characters and politics to consistently shoddy rhymes, this poetry collection is an optional purchase. For updating children’s collections, stick with Chris Harris’s engaging poetry titles.

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V. Malar: Greatest Host of All Time

Suma Subramaniam | FICTION, Jan 10, 2025

A strong title for holiday early chapter book collections. This is a great purchase for elementary school libraries where Subramaniam’s other books, such as My Name Is Long as a River, are popular.

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Unicornia: A Magical Birthday

Ana Punset | FICTION, Dec 13, 2024

Usually putting “unicorn” in a title is part of a recipe for success, but this light offering is flimsy.

The Crane and the Keeper: How an Endangered Crane Chose a Human as Her Mate

Meeg Pincus | NONFICTION, Dec 13, 2024

This outstanding book with great information is endearing as well, demonstrating the power of perseverance, love, and commitment. A first purchase wherever children flock.

The Night Whale

Bryher Mackenzie | FICTION, Dec 06, 2024

Nestled in the pages between its poetry and inspired art is a highly recommended book that readers of all ages will love.

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Harriet Hound

Kate Foster | FICTION, Dec 01, 2024

An amiable chapter book that illuminates the daily life of a child on the autism spectrum while providing information on dogs. An unnecessary fantasy element adds little to the storytelling.