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Alberto Salas Plays Paka Paka con la Papa: Join the Quest with Peru’s Famed Scientist and Potato Expert

Alberto Salas Plays Paka Paka con la Papa: Join the Quest with Peru’s Famed Scientist and Potato Expert
Fajardo, Sara Andrea
Thematic connections to environmentalism and sustainability in our changing modern world, told through a Latinx lens, this is a highly recommended title for all nonfiction collections.
Caldecott Medal Honors 5 Picture Books with Distinguished Illustrative Excellence | ALA Youth Media Awards 2025

Caldecott Medal Honors 5 Picture Books with Distinguished Illustrative Excellence | ALA Youth Media Awards 2025
SLJ Reviews,  Jan 27, 2025

The SLJ reviews editors rounded up our reviews of the books lauded at the 2025 Youth Media Awards. Here, the reviews of the Caldecott Medal and Honors winners.

History Lesson: New Middle Grade Book Explores Twists and Turns of Scopes Trial

History Lesson: New Middle Grade Book Explores Twists and Turns of Scopes Trial
Kara Yorio,  Jan 21, 2025

A Dangerous Idea marks the 100th anniversary of the Scopes Trial, which involved a debate over free speech, education, science, and religion with larger-than-life characters and less-than-pure motives.

30 Top Titles for the New Year | Starred Reviews, January 2025

30 Top Titles for the New Year | Starred Reviews, January 2025
SLJ Reviews,  Jan 17, 2025

January starts strong with a new book from Gayle Forman, two graphic novels, and several audio titles spanning ages and genres.

A Cruel Thirst

A Cruel Thirst
Montoya, Angela
A superb romantasy title for high school and public libraries alike.
Wish You Weren’t Here

Wish You Weren’t Here
Baldwin, Erin
This novel has camp adventures galore and some swoony romantic moments; readers who love the stories of Casey McQuiston, Sophie Gonzales, and Becky Albertalli will add Baldwin to their list of excellent sapphic storytellers.
Mighty: The Story of an Oak Tree Ecosystem

Mighty: The Story of an Oak Tree Ecosystem
Cole, Henry
A storylike text, with tender turns and intricately laced drawings, this is the best of nature writing.
Will an Underdog Title Win This Year? | Pondering Printz

Will an Underdog Title Win This Year? | Pondering Printz
Jonathan Hunt,  Jan 15, 2025

A longtime Printz observer (and former committee member) considers some of the underdog titles that could win this year.

The Shape of Lost Things

The Shape of Lost Things
Everett, Sarah
A recommended first purchase for all libraries serving tweens and teens.
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