This title is a great read for upper elementary children. With occasional, whimsical illustrations, it will keep even the most reluctant readers entertained.
A movingly empathetic tale for readers about prejudice, and the pressure to fit in with scrutinizing societies.
This hopeful story is an important means of understanding and coping with the realities of war in one’s backyard.
A must for all libraries. This is an impeccably attuned biography of a woman who broke the rules to the benefit of all.
A book to be read over and over for its intriguing story, illustrations, and captions. Pair it with Jonathan Tweet’s Grandmother Fish for a clear introduction to the basics of evolution.
Through masterful storytelling and graceful illustrations, this impactful title embodies Maria Povika Martinez’s famous words: “The Great Spirit gave me [hands] that work...but not for myself, for all Tewa people.”
Highly recommended for libraries that need titles about the ongoing global fight against racism. Mandela’s journey makes for a powerful reminder of the ability to change.
A heartfelt volume emphasizing innocence in the face of continuing political violence, this #OwnVoices work is a must-purchase for poetry collections serving young patrons.
Toasty’s tale is as uplifting as they come, and if Toasty wants to be a dog, we say to readers, “Stay!”
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