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Frog
Vibrant colors and engaging use of die-cuts will have young children learning while being completely entertained with this well-designed title.
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100 First Words: Nature
Straightforward, engaging and sturdy, this book will appeal to its intended audience and the adults who want to develop their natural vocabulary.
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Bug
Children will enjoy the adventures of Bug and will be ready to go on a nature walk looking for insects as soon as they turn the last page.
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Animal Atlas: A Pop-Up Book
Children will enjoy the interactive elements as they span the globe and meet a wide variety of animals.
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Where’s the Cat?
Tactile engagement with soft flaps for toddlers and their caregivers to enjoy, this is a great choice for board book shelves.
Useful for teacher-led-sharing, the lifespan of the book is limited if less-than-gentle hands are going to engage with the pop ups.
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Where’s the King?
This title’s vocabulary choices make this an unsuitable title for most North American libraries unless a London setting and British-centric vocabulary is desired.
A catchy title and guaranteed audience, but the checkout versus recipes cooked may be disparate. Not recommended.
An enjoyable read and a first purchase, especially for collections in need of accessible books on jazz history for younger readers.
This beautiful book is a wealth of knowledge on the wildlife that live in the incredibly diverse habitats of the United States; sure to be a popular selection with visual learners and young researchers.
Recommended as a lyrical read-aloud and an informational text.
A charming introduction to the big idea of school, and an angle that will resonate: it’s not the building but the people that make up a school.
Highly recommended for public or school libraries. This gently exciting story will be enjoyed by adventure-loving children.
This is a must for any collection where young readers have an interest in storytelling, as well as generally a good pick for fans of the author.
Another stunning title from a gifted pair of creators, this deserves a place in all collections as children will root for Cox and be inspired by her amazing accomplishments.
Overall a cute work, this might still be best suited where cookbooks and food writing among young readers are popular.
An overwhelmingly helpful and inclusive book that will benefit kids and grown-ups alike.
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Who Is Malala Yousafzai?
An impressive collection of data, smoothly told, with colorful artwork, just right for kindergartners.
A fascinating and browsable collective biography that will inspire further research. Recommended for women’s and film history studies.
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Shall We Dance?
An intriguing window into remarkable animal antics that may be part of larger discussions about endangered species, protecting the planet, and the care of wildlife.
A completely unique and important narrative not to be missed; readers and teachers will come away with a new appreciation for the myriad contributions Indigenous people have made.
A visually appealing and well-researched addition to biographical narratives, for use with the original Make Way for Ducklings or with the recent picture book biography Mr. McCloskey’s Marvelous Mallards by Emma Bland Smith.
A delicious series of memories full of hope and human connections despite the hardships of immigrating to a new home.
For fans of Jarrett Krosoczka’s Hey, Kiddo and Robin Ha’s Almost American Girl, this coming-of-age memoir will appeal to youth who are struggling with their identity. This engaging graphic novel is a recommended purchase for all libraries.
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Our World: Ethiopia
Even though board books are usually intended for very young children, it would also be appropriate to include this one in younger elementary school settings as part of a global awareness unit.
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Sneak!
Despite a flawed text, the hide-and-seek and illustrations will keep children returning to this book; it will not stand up to heavy use, but in limited circulation or story hour sharing, it will be a hit.
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In Between
A welcome choice for picture book collections, especially where nature and animal books are in high demand.
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Walking Together
This is a great educational resource for elementary collections, and could serve as a powerful conversation starter for classroom discussions on the environment. Recommended.
A great addition to graphic novel sections of libraries and classrooms in middle schools.
An ambitious effort that misses the mark for the intended age. Purchase for a public or school library where students show a great interest in science and engineering.
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Rain
This quiet, heartwarming story is a lovely tribute to nature’s rhythms. Ideal for a weather-themed story hour or a cozy read-aloud at bedtime, this title is a welcome addition to any picture book collection.
For Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, we offer this list of nonfiction and fiction titles to commemorate the lives of the thousands of people of Japanese descent who were impacted by President Franklin D. Roosevelt's Executive Order 9066, which forcibly relocated them into concentration camps.
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The Miracle Seed
A book that will need some pushing, but will be appreciated by curious minds who will be left wondering about the hidden possibilities in antiquities.
A tale of danger and daring escape sure to intrigue middle grade readers while introducing them to an important historical figure.
Immensely readable, this look at the worst and best of our history will inspire, educate, and infuriate.
These recent and forthcoming titles celebrate the possibilities of children’s literature to support transformation, global consciousness, and creativity.
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A Year of Good News
Unique, beautiful textile art is suitable for all ages, but the stories themselves are for an older audience. An additional purchase.
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This Is the Planet Where I Live
This is a look at how all Earth’s flora and fauna (including humans) are dependent on the planet and one another. It is visually delightful and begs to be read aloud. Perfect for Earth Day and everyday.
Hopefully readers of Men of the 65th will be as impacted by the story of the Borinqueneers as I was by visiting Vieques.
With clear instructions, mouthwatering photography, and healthy ingredients, this title is a great addition to any library collection.
A cute title with easy recipes encouraging children to cook and use their imagination to operate their own restaurant. Plus, it’s Bluey
A must-purchase for libraries looking to increase teen vegan cookbook collections.
Purchase where nutrition-focused juvenile titles are needed.
A well-organized, informative collective biography recommended for general interest and research projects.
A great recommendation for history lovers, but also an important addition to society’s current discourse on gender expression, roles, and identity.
A great auxiliary purchase for any high school library and professional collections.
This book is for students with an interest in astronomy. It is packed with information but also thoroughly entertaining, and is highly recommended.
An excellent choice for those interested in military or Puerto Rican history; a great pick for U.S. history courses or research.
Chin’s thoughtful research and careful diction renders a wonderful window into her family and likely a mirror for many others.
A tasty vegan title for teens. Purchase for all collections serving teens.
Purchase where accessible cake decorating titles are needed for teens and adults.
Purchase where the television series is popular, or where short, easy cookbooks are needed.
A perfect early introduction to math concepts and nature, told with bold, inviting illustrations. An excellent addition to early education STEAM collections.
A strong addition to biography or art shelves or to collections seeking representation of life in early 20th-century Nova Scotia.
From the moment readers open this book and see its beautiful, frenetic endpapers, it’s clear they are in for a fantastic journey into the depths of the ocean. A first-purchase for all collections.
Readers will enjoy poring over this delightfully informative account on just about everything related to sheep.
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Wind
This work provides a great deal for young readers to learn and think about, delivered in an appealing way.
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A Flower Is a Friend
Young readers will enjoy the accessible tone and engaging illustrations of this scientifically minded book; this is first-rate for browsing shelves or to round-out classroom collections.
This terrific book entertains, informs, and is extremely topical. It’s a first purchase for any collection.
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Words of Wonder from Z to A
A wonderfully uplifting book for the alphabet, affirmation, or novelty shelves.
Purchase where there is access to Asian markets and other Hawai’i-specific ingredients. An additional purchase.
Action-packed text is broken down into portions ideal for striving readers who care about protecting our environment and are fascinated by the enormous research gathered, and scientific strides accomplished on the Polarstern. Recommended for nonfiction collections.
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Coco: The Official Cookbook
Recommended for libraries looking to increase their YA or adult Mexican cookbook section.
This celebration of kid culture in the 1980s will appeal to children and to the adults who remember how awesome it was.
The fun facts and appealing illustrations will attract readers; this title should definitely be considered for purchase by public and school librarians.
An exciting overview of traditional and innovative farming techniques that will warrant repeated reading, for casual browsing or classroom use.
Recommended for general purchase in elementary school and public libraries; this series provides a developmentally appropriate way to introduce the genre to the youngest students.
An excellent choice for picture book biography collections.
An accessible and compelling book on a tough topic. Purchase for a unique perspective on World War II.
A wondrous investigation into the sleep habits of birds that dwells on small details and large ones, including climate change. A rich offering for all.
Heartbreaking, soaring, fulfilling, a deep-dive, this should be canon in high school classrooms and reprinted in pocket-size format for carrying around.
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We Are Human Animals
Hand this book to kids dreaming about cave-dwelling eras, and be prepared to discuss the similarities. A solid choice for most collections.
Stargazing buffs may enjoy this book about a unique astronomical event, but this is an additional purchase for most libraries.
A unique book to pull in every reader, regardless of their prior knowledge of the subject. A worthy purchase.
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The Day the River Caught Fire: How the Cuyahoga River Exploded and Ignited the Earth Day Movement
A timely and fascinating reminder that environmental action is necessary and can prompt remarkable recovery.
A fun introduction to DNA that will certainly pique the curiosity of future scientists.
Useful for anyone looking to understand more about their mental health or the mental health of those around them. A great resource that needs to be widely available.
With all our diverse talents, we can protect this tight-knit community of magnificent, playful, and resilient whales—and the other incredible species and ecosystems on our planet.
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Many inventors and scientists of color have made incredible contributions to our modern life, but they have not necessarily had the attention they deserved. In this fun and engaging series each volume is devoted to the life and work of one of these inventors and scientists.
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At Scholastic Library Publishing, it is our mission to publish engaging series nonfiction for all ages, including early childhood. We pick topics that are curriculum aligned and present them in the most fun way possible. We want to keep our readers engaged, and we want our books to contribute to our readers’ ability to LOVE learning as they move into higher grades.
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Lost and Found
Lack of essential worldbuilding details at the beginning of this graphic novel might hamper the enjoyment of readers unfamiliar with the series. Purchase where the first book is popular.
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Snow Birds
Familiarity with the series is helpful but not essential. Fans of Brian “Smitty” Smith’s “Pea, Bee, & Jay” will likely enjoy this series.
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Tiny Aunt Island
Easily read as a standalone and will appeal to readers who enjoy uniquely designed graphic novels.
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Go Pig or Go Home
A unique take on superheroes that can be read as a standalone or as part of the series.
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Flight of the Mammoth
Purchase where the first book is popular, as context with the Extincts’ origins is a must.
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Rule at School!
A berry good pick for emerging readers who enjoy a good rhyme, anytime. Recommended for public and school libraries.
This collection of 25 poems would make an excellent addition to schools and classroom poetry units, and will encourage and inspire students to try their hand at poetry themselves.
With appealing digital illustrations and a reassuring message, this may be a good option for larger public libraries seeking new books on this ever-popular topic, as well as for Christian caregivers and preschools.
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