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An excellent, Spanish-language choice for the elementary civics curriculum, especially leading up to the election season, that can be used for read-alouds or independent reading.
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El rosa, el azul y tú
Gravel’s effort to include all types of families and professions makes this an important read to break down how gender barriers divide people instead of bringing them together. Purchase where there’s a need for accessible, informational titles about gender in Spanish.
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Los Trenes (Nivel 1)
All aboard! This is a fun and informative book about locomotives for Spanish-language early elementary collections.
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The Wild River and the Great Dam: The Construction of Hoover Dam and the Vanishing Colorado River
A great addition to nonfiction collections covering dams, ecology, and history of the Southwest.
A wonderful addition to library collections; this book is perfect for budding historians and those who enjoy learning new facts on a range of subjects.
This fun, easy-to-follow Kawaii drawing guide will have wide appeal among kids and tweens.
Fifteen outstanding books of poetry and seven novels in verse have been recognized as 2024 Notable Books. Selections include a range of formats—lively nonfiction, fantasy, and moving verse novels—written by familiar poets and debut authors.
An excellent addition to poetry collections, this volume will excite and engage, and—most importantly
A decent addition to nonfiction collections seeking more books about the ocean and marine ecosystems.
Recommended for poetry collections, although it is best suited for guided reading.
Put this book of poems in the hands of talented science teachers.
A heartwarming and nerve-racking poem that accurately portrays one family’s emotional roller-coaster, told in the voices of its feline and canine companions, and a must-have for libraries.
Tweens will enjoy the fresh approach to the Loch Ness Monster phenomenon; instructors seeking engaging, unconventional books on the topic of fake news will find this an excellent fit.
A validation of self through historical heroes to engage readers in the classroom and at home. This book allows young readers to see that real-life heroes find the ability to make a difference by speaking their minds and letting their truths be known.
An enjoyable, if unnecessarily incomplete, picture book biography.
For all sports/Black history/LGBTQIA+ shelves, this book is a must, but supplement it with historical resources.
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Club Microbe
Informative and eminently readable, this book has a graphic format that makes the topic approachable and is sure to engage young readers.
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Survival Scout: Tsunami
Definitely good for those living in tsunami-prone areas in explaining to students what happens and how to prepare for safety. For all others, it’s equally informative, but perhaps not immediately relatable.
Children and adults will thoroughly enjoy this vivid memoir that weaves past and present in a timeless celebration of family and culture. A recommended, essential purchase.
A thoughtful and deeply engaging use of format, content, and information, this is a must-add to the primary shelves.
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Ooo...Poo!
An interesting collection of basic poop information with illustrations that will engage young readers wanting to know more.
A well-done portrait of one woman’s quiet act of wartime courage, recommended for larger collections.
A great resource for students, parents, teachers, and anyone who needs a friendly, understandable introduction to the game of chess. Every library should have this book.
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The Secret Life of Bugs
Highly recommended for all collections serving elementary students, this is a fantastic journey into bug land.
Children and teachers will thoroughly enjoy this well-organized, beautiful book about rocks and where they come from. Recommended for wide adoption.
Despite the confusing format, this compelling volume on mid-20th-century American politics is a must for research students and history buffs alike.
An insightful and solemn yet hopeful memoir that will hook readers. Fans of Ji-Li Jiang’s Red Scarf Girl: A Memoir of the Cultural Revolution will find this memoir just as remarkable.
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The Bee Mother
This great blend of nonfiction with narrative and amazing illustrations will engage readers in the life of bees and their significance to the Gitxsan Nation. A solid general purchase.
A recommended purchase that will find a satisfied audience among tweens and teens researching food or American history.
Strongly recommended for juvenile nonfiction collections.
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Born a Girl: It Takes Courage
Difficult but necessary, this work is both triggering and empowering.
The concept of worldwide changes to better support urban wildlife is told through exquisite rhymes wrapped around big, bold blossoms of color that, along with the plentiful learning resources, will captivate readers. A must-have poetry book worthy of close attention.
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Windsongs: Poems About Weather
A unique and accessible title that helps young children connect to weather in a foundational and introductory manner.
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Hope Is the Thing with Feathers
An endearing addition to collections where poetry books are popular, or a suitable choice for National Poetry Month.
This combination of poems and planets is a fun way to introduce readers to both. An excellent purchase, though the full-page gatefolds may limit shelf life.
A highly readable and thought-provoking addition to true crime collections for teens.
Strongly recommended for juvenile nonfiction collections.
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Black & White in Color
Welcome a new generation into the Hoban household and help them over the threshold into the land of Lillian Hoban and Russell, too.
The best kind of nature walk, with an entertaining guide out front, and yet one more blurred line between fiction and nonfiction that offers children more than the sum of its parts.
She didn’t invent measuring cups, but she “influenced” the sales of them; this book rightfully bestows hall of fame status to a woman who insisted on accuracy when it came to getting success—not waste
An essential purchase not to be missed
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Work with What You Got: A Memoir
Oozing confidence, Clark’s sports memoir imparts advice to inspire a new generation.
Whether for the art shelves or the science collection, this biography cannot go deep, but it covers the surface events of Santiago Ramón y Cajal’s journey in a way that is breathtaking, unbelievable, and inspiring.
Offering a glimpse into the challenges and triumphs of Olympic athletes, these books encourage readers to believe that their own bodies and minds can achieve amazing things.
These books help support positive discussions with students about the climate crisis.
Put this in the hands of young activists and any middle school students interested in bringing about change.
An accessible introduction to environmental activism for younger readers, introducing them to a woman who deserves to be remembered for her life’s work.
In part 2 on her discussion of Nonfiction and Middle Grade, author Deborah Hopkinson discusses middle grade nonfiction with several of her fellow authors
In part 2 on her discussion of Nonfiction and Middle Grade, author Deborah Hopkinson discusses middle grade nonfiction with several of her fellow authors
Author Deborah Hopkinson discusses what she calls the neglected guest at the party - middle grade nonfiction!
In an interview with SLJ, Dan Bova, author of The HISTORY Channel This Day in History For Kids shares details about creating the book, along with his favorite fact in the volume and why he wears a football helmet while binge-watching Netflix.
Feminism receives barely a mention in most curricula. These titles for upper elementary to high school students delve deeper into the knowledge gaps and feature a diverse, international representation of women from the past and present who have made a mark on history.
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Baby Talk
Multiple avenues for enjoying the sounds young children make in books and in real life. Recommended.
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Hello Baby Giraffe!
Connects children to other young creatures; this is a wonderful addition to the “Say Hello! Baby Animals” series.
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The Great Outdoors
Interestingly shaped pages and engaging illustrations will delight. Recommended
Visually compelling, the subject matter might not be to everyone’s taste but a fun read nonetheless. Recommended.
Purchase this for all collections serving teens.
A fascinating and grounded look at technology and the need for human intelligence even as artificial intelligence grows smarter.
Though less valuable for research, this book should appeal to readers interested in or curious about the outdoors and could lead to deeper engagement or activism. Recommended for most libraries serving elementary students.
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Bless the Blood: A Cancer Memoir
A recommended purchase for teen memoir collections because of the powerful writing and storytelling.
Purchase for all American history, biography, and ethnic studies collections.
Those with a love of language and women’s studies will devour this book.
This book serves as a beacon for teenagers seeking an introduction to the art of poetry and is also a profound insight into the complexities of life.
Fascinating and beautiful with a call to help save threatened species. Highly recommended.
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What Can You See? Under the Sea
Children will thoroughly enjoy diving in and learning all about the diversity of our largest body of water.
Interactive text will have young vehicle enthusiasts coming back for repeated readings.
A solid nonfiction title about managing day-to-day separation from parents/guardians that would benefit young children and their caregivers.
With its playful seek-and-find illustrations and fascinating facts, this saltwater standout will have librarians, parents, and mini marine biologists hooked. An excellent work of narrative nonfiction for young readers.
Recommended for curious preschoolers and even early elementary children, for any collection that answers questions about what makes up families.
A lively picture book biography with tie-ins to Earth Day and Women’s History Month. Highly recommended.
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My Antarctica: True Adventures in the Land of Mummified Seals, Space Robots, and So Much More
A compelling but additional purchase, unless inspirational material is needed about fulfilling childhood dreams.
An easy-to-read concept book that is great for various ages and interest levels, and a welcome addition for all libraries.
This is both a niche book and a browser’s delight, and sure to please researchers and casual onlookers in equal measure.
While its setting is in North America, this is a valuable resource, especially for libraries supporting water conservation and sustainability curriculum units. A stunning addition to all collections.
A solid nonfiction historical read, with short but impactful stories of women fighting for civil rights.
The challenges of this topic are invisible; Fong is thoughtful in the material included but lighthearted in its rendering, and young readers will find much to consider in this “Think” series entry.
An absolutely vital purchase for libraries that want to inspire and inform kids about their power to make a difference.
Gibeault crafts a fun, quirky book about dogs and their many abilities; great for animal lovers, young and old.
Smart rhyming clues and visually arresting illustrations set this apart from many art-inspired board books.
A must-purchase for libraries; children will delight in learning about the “voice of nature.”
Who runs the world? Girls! March is Women's History Month. Share these diverse stories of brave, fierce, powerful women of the past and present with tweens to inspire them throughout the year.
Eye-catching and inspiring, this book could launch shared creative sessions as well as word lessons. Recommended.
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Are You Wiggly?
Effective and delightful, this should be part of every preschool story-hour kit.
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Hello Baby Brown Bear!
A very enjoyable introduction to these playful creature, this title is recommended especially due to the superb quality of the photographs.
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The Denim Diaries: A Memoir
This open and tender memoir would be a good addition to collections where memoirs and new adult titles are popular.
Visually appealing and full of vibrant sea creatures, this is a winner. Recommended.
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Baby Cactus: Finger Puppet Book
Little hands will be drawn to the cactus and enjoy spending time with her. Recommended.
The Black Caucus of the American Library Association released its 2023 Best of the Best Books list, featuring more than 75 titles divided into three categories: PreK–4, Grades 5–8, and Grades 9–12.
The theme for Black History Month 2024 is "African Americans and the Arts." In these titles, young readers can learn about people who loved to express themselves through visual art, dance, song, and other forms of artistic creation.
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