In these 16 early readers and chapter books, children who are learning to read will see themselves reflected on the pages and feel a sense of accomplishment as they embark on their reading journeys.
With beautiful language and imagery, these eight poems teach children everything from animal facts to how to write a poem, while also allowing readers to sit back and have a good laugh.
SLJ kicks off book award season with the unveiling of the December 2023 cover, which celebrates the Best Books of the year.
An engaging tale of morality, friendship, and identity that blends relatable tween angst with deliciously creepy Japanese folklore. Highly recommended for middle grade collections.
A straightforward yet encouraging discussion on the fight against racism with a uniquely global perspective.
A monstrously thrilling, deeply emotional, and mythologically rich fantasy about seizing your own power.
A stunning book that will delight readers of any age, filled with interesting facts about the turtles’ life cycles, their eating habits, and even a few myths.
This is an important addition to library collections for young people, especially because it focuses on the challenging emotion of grief within an approachable context.
A first purchase for middle school libraries, this underdog hero fantasy is recommended for fans of Tae Keller’s work and Roshani Chokshi’s “Aru Shah” series.
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