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With its strong focus on the historical context of segregation and its comprehensive coverage of the sport’s indomitable heroes, this title is an excellent addition for upper-elementary and middle school collections, appealing strongly to both sports enthusiasts and readers seeking diverse historical perspectives.
A visual delight and excellent take on Houdini’s life through his love of books and learning. Sure to be popular with book and magic lovers alike plus those interested in unusual illustration styles. A must have for most libraries.
While it may have benefited from more in-depth non-Western coverage, this work is still a useful addition for libraries looking to build up their STEM collections.
A solid entry into the basics of soil and a solid purchase where needed.
This biography is an honest depiction of the cruelty in Canada’s First Nation residential schools from the perspective of a survivor. An important addition to every library’s juvenile biography section and classroom.
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The Tiniest Giant
A lovely choice for potential nature lovers everywhere, and their caretakers.
A fascinating and beautifully designed exploration of an under-examined topic. A must-have for all collections.
A great class read-aloud to accompany lessons on ecosystems and environmental conservation.
A fun, humorously written but superficial first introduction to chemistry and chemical reactions that may spark scientific curiosity.
A compelling, narrative-driven collection of astonishing ocean stories. Purchase for collections where incredible true accounts are in high demand.
Is this a poetry book packed full of information or a nonfiction study with a sprinkling of poetic joy
An interesting addition to any collection serving older teen readers. This highly practical guide provides essential, relatable lessons for success by translating the mechanics of baseball and softball into meaningful life skills.
This hopeful take on confronting climate change is perfect for young readers experiencing climate anxiety.
This is an excellent addition to any nonfiction picture book collection.
A fun and eye-opening road trip travelogue perfect for young students of American history.
Short, compelling chapters present good read aloud opportunities to share in a family or classroom setting.
A solid purchase for libraries with plenty of animal lovers and nonfiction browsers.
With its brief, thoughtfully chosen words, parts of this book could easily serve as an introduction to climate issues, environmental justice, and biodiversity for young children. The book can broaden and strengthen collections while gently introducing young children to what can happen when the Earth’s resources are misused.
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Make Tracks: Great Outdoors
A lovely choice for outdoorsy families and curious young explorers.
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Dirt’s Journey
A strong nonfiction choice for children who love learning every detail about the world around them, and helpful for parents getting lots of questions.
Fans of basketball and Griner will enjoy this memoir; the themes of racism, body image, and LGBTQIA+ rights will appeal to a larger audience.
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Attack of the Hangries
An additional purchase for libraries and a first purchase for classroom collections.
A unique and valuable addition that belongs on shelves everywhere; Jewish or not, children need to know about its meaning.
This would make an excellent classroom book for units on history, but it also works for its uplifting message and positive affirmations.
The Young Adult Library Services Association announced the finalists for the Morris Award for a YA title by a previously unpublished author and the Excellence in Nonfiction Award for YA nonfiction books for ages 12 to 18.
Calderón’s concise celebratory text is an essential bilingual reference for the middle grade classroom.
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El tiburón blanco
Realistic illustrations and lovely Spanish text come together to create an informative, enjoyable, and almost peaceful nonfiction picture book about what is often thought of as a fierce predator. A wonderful addition to Spanish-language nonfiction for children.
This engaging and detailed book is an excellent addition to school library collections. Its unique blend of artistic digital illustrations and fascinating biological content about these often-misunderstood ocean creatures makes it a worthwhile purchase for science and nature sections.
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H Is for Hiking
For shelves about the great outdoors, here’s a way to invite young children into the joys of hiking and connecting with nature.
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Puffins!
An appealing dive into the life and environment of puffins for classroom or individual reads.
An informative visual feast that celebrates the natural world on the other side of the door.
This phenomenal historical account of the Alabama River is a must-purchase for all library collections.
A well-designed, engaging, and accessible celebration of math’s most famous number. Highly recommended for upper-elementary and middle grade math enthusiasts.
An attractive layout and visually appealing design will draw in young readers who are interested in learning more about Lamar and his work.
A thoroughly enjoyable resource for cephalopod facts.
Highly recommended for school and public libraries; this book bridges social science, history, and education. The narrative provides an illuminating, thoughtful, and rich exploration of schooling then and now.
Just in Case: Saving Seeds in the Svalbard Global Seed Vault by Megan Clendenan and A Sea of Lemon Trees: The Corrido of Roberto Alvarez by María Dolores Águila are the Orbis Pictus and Charlotte Huck award winners, respectively.
A good choice to introduce babies and toddlers to the celebration of Ramadan.
This uplifting and encouraging sports biography is sure to be a great addition to any library’s preschool collection.
Recommended only where interest in the Cuyahoga River Valley is high and supplementary resources are available.
Florance’s experimental cosmic handbook is an inventive and informative nonfiction addition for middle to upper elementary students.
A fun and engaging addition to nonfiction collections, especially appealing to children who enjoy reading science-focused works like the DK’s “Eyewitness Books” or learning through hands-on exploration.
A delightfully informative addition to any career or science section, geared towards older readers.
A suspenseful and heartwarming true rescue story to captivate readers and budding conservationists.
Brimming with superficial sentiment and bad prose, this is not recommended for libraries.
An accessible and inspiring introduction to Jella Lepman’s work that provides a meaningful read for children and adults alike, especially those interested in history, literacy, and the transformative power of books.
A good choice for readers who enjoy browsable, highly illustrated nonfiction; this may be too basic for those wanting details or for research.
One title is for young readers and the other is for middle grade, but both books share the importance of the cultural holiday that begins on December 26 and has been celebrated since 1966.
From poo and tentacles to contemplative picture book biographies, this year’s picks for the Best Nonfiction for Elementary readers are filled with facts, information, and wonder.
This year’s Best Nonfiction for Middle and High School students features true crime, an inclusive puberty book, sports titles, and lots of STEM.
A captivating look at the life and work of a childhood favorite, perfect for longtime fans of his work or those just encountering his legacy.
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The Secret World of Spiderwebs
An excellent addition to collections with its helpful illustrations and plentiful facts.
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Snowboarding
A wintery wonderland of facts, introducing the sport and informational books simply and engagingly.
The natural world glows in these pages, but never in a sentimental way; this book pays attention to everything and reminds children to do the same.
These three titles focus on intriguing, shocking, under-explored disappearances throughout history.
A charming story about being accepted despite, or even because of, one’s differences.
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100 Days!
This fun and friendly title is a perfect classroom read-aloud to prepare for, celebrate, or reflect on the joy of learning together.
A challenging topic, mental illness, is given wings by the hope stitched into the many quilts of Tompkins in this wonderful book for all ages.
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Mountain Bikes Downhill
A book to beef up any library’s nonfiction sports section, especially where extreme sports are popular.
A beautiful book of photographs with accompanying explanations to educate and inspire.
A must-have for all schools, and if this is any indicator of what the other titles in the series might be like, consider purchasing them all.
Illustrating how the influence of art and writing can become a powerful tool of destruction when the government controls the media, this book is essential for every school library.
Devastating global events weave with the steadying beat of a fugue through cinematic, emotional illustrations; this is history writ large and small, for all readers.
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Himalayan Nights
A solid choice for lower elementary readers and a book that will look great on displays
A solemn and respectful reminder to younger readers of what was paid and what is owed
This book will not spark a reader’s interest in Bernstein or her art.
A significant, if possibly a bit sanitized, addition to baseball’s early history.
The personification works to great effect in this addition to the series and libraries should definitely give Venus her well-deserved spot on the shelves. Highly recommended.
A choice Spanish-language title for nonfiction shelves and curricular tie-ins.
This Spanish-language biography brings to light the incredible life and contributions of Luz Jiménez and is highly recommended for all Spanish children’s collections, especially where there are gaps in Mexican artist representation.
This is an informative and attractive book for your STEM minded readers, suitable for public and school libraries.
While the topic will garner interest, the format may be difficult for some readers. An additional purchase.
A comprehensive overview of an important topic, yet this book suffers from dense text with few pictures or interactive elements, which will hurt its young reader appeal. Recommended for middle school library collections.
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Great Escapes
Daring escapes are a popular topic, and this may interest readers of the ‘I Survived’ series. Reluctant readers will appreciate the short chapters, but those clamoring for detail may want to look elsewhere.
An excellent addition to libraries serving upper elementary and middle school patrons who enjoy sports biographies.
Skillfully interweaving sports history with critical social and political contexts, this is an invaluable resource for students interested in American history, civil rights, and the enduring power of sports. An excellent and insightful historical non-fiction work and a must-have addition for school libraries.
This stylish nonfiction title puts a large amount of information into an accessible, appealing format, ready to be shared instead of hoarded.
A thoughtful, beautifully crafted title that honors a literary classic on the eve of its centennial and introduces “the Best Bear in All the World” to a new generation.
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Forests
The book could stimulate readers to discuss, research, write about, and draw the forests in their neighborhood as well as forests around the world. A good introduction to an important topic.
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Beatrice and the Nightingale
Share with budding environmentalists and readers with a keen interest in music.
Gripping illustrations and very effective text place readers in the middle of this dramatic night in American history. Recommended.
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Grind: An Ode to Skateboarding
The jazzy look of this book will attract readers, who will appreciate its upbeat message most if they are already familiar with the sport.
A resource about sources in need of sources. Lots to like with a few critical flaws.
A valuable work of nonfiction, this book will encourage girls and boys alike to treat all genders with equal dignity and respect.
The expansion and analysis of love languages in various contexts may be valuable to teen and adult readers alike, but teens may not relate to all examples or situations.
Purchase this artful, colorful book for budding authors, for classes on writing, and to expand on Blume’s works in young-reader collections.
In 1838, sisters Sarah and Angelina Grimké were the best-known, most hated women in the United States. My book tells why.
From tales of ghosts and vampires from around the world, to famous shipwrecks, these books are perfect for young readers excited to explore the world, and hear some fun stories and tales along the way!
Author and TikTok star Taylor Cassidy joins us to talk about her new book, Black History Is Your History.
A program that brings school librarians together over Zoom to share ideas and support one another has helped collection development.
An additional purchase for middle grade collections in need of an eye-catching and accessible mythology anthology.
Recommended for high school libraries in need of a collective biography of prominent Latine figures to inspire further study.
An unforgettable, fast-paced survival story written in language that is both accessible and authentic. A must-purchase for middle-grade collections where adventure, resilience, and true survival tales are in demand. Perfect for Hatchet fans looking for their next read.
Dr. Whitney Casares discusses her book, One-of-a-Kind Body and body image with pre-teens and teens.
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