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Avi is a master of historical fiction, addressing universal issues that transcend his novel’s setting and timeline. A first purchase.
A must-have for read-alouds in schools, this northern tale will captivate both ears and eyes alike of young listeners and onlookers.
This beautiful book is for any library needing books about art and the process of creating, learning to do something new, or the relationship between grandparents and grandchildren.
Another hit from Pilkey, sure to be popular with his many fans, this is a multi-copy purchase for any library serving young people (and adults!).
SLJ has selected 191 titles for our 2025 Best Books of the year! Take a look at our fabulous December issue cover, dedicated to this year's list.
From sensory-filled illustrations to relentlessly funny characters, the 2025 Best Picture Books make for excellent read-alouds, heartfelt one-on-ones, and heartrending reads.
These Best Transitional Books of 2025 for beginning, emerging, and newly independent readers include relatable friendship tales, challenges overcome, and everyday slice-of-life stories that are pitch-perfect for the age group.
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