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Tutankhamen's Gift
Robert Sabuda
For the child who feels small or quiet in a world of loud voices, this story follows a shy young boy who finds the coura
Ages 5–9
Basil & Dahlia: A Tragical Tale of Sinister Sweetness
Joy McCullough
For the child who loves things both sparkly and spooky, this story explores finding the courage to question the rules of
Ages 8–12
Under the Shadow of Wings
Sara H. Banks
For the child learning that loving someone means accepting what you cannot change, even when you want to protect them fr
Ages 8–12
Turning Point Inventions
The Lightbulb
Joseph E. Wallace
For the child who asks how everything works, this history of the lightbulb illuminates the grit and experimentation requ
Ages 8–12
Island Creatures
Margarita Engle
For teens grappling with identity and belonging, this evocative verse novel offers a reflective journey into the lives o
Ages 12–18
Maria's Comet
Deborah Hopkinson
For the child who gazes at the stars and wonders about their place in the universe, this lyrical story explores the spar
Ages 4–8
Mercury
Hope Larson
For the teen processing a sudden loss or feeling disconnected from their roots. A dual-timeline mystery explores how the
Ages 12–17
To Dance: A Memoir
Siena Cherson Siegel
For the child whose passion for an art form feels like their entire world, this memoir captures the grit and grace requi
Ages 8–12
The Hard Pan Trilogy #2
Lucky Breaks
Susan Patron
For the child navigating the shift from childhood play to the complicated secrets and social pressures of being a pretee
Ages 8–12
Scrappers #5
Bases Loaded
Dean Hughes
For the child who struggles with being overly critical of others, this story explores how a competitive spirit can accid
Ages 8–12
Bring Back Yesterday
Harriet Sirof
For the child struggling to accept a life-altering loss and finding it easier to live in memory than in the present.
Ages 10–14
The Boat of Many Rooms: The Story of Noah in Verse
J. Patrick Lewis
For the family seeking a lyrical way to share a classic tradition, this rhythmic retelling uses evocative poetry to expl
Ages 4–8
The Seeker Chronicles #3
Listening at the Gate
Betsy James
For the teenager navigating the complex shift from childhood to adulthood while seeking a true sense of belonging in a w
Ages 12–18
The Great Antler Auction
Susan E. Goodman
For curious minds eager to discover how communities come together to help wildlife, this book explains a unique traditio
Ages 7–10
Glovemen: Twenty-Seven of Baseball's Greatest
George Sullivan
For the young baseball fan who wants to know the history of the game through its most legendary defenders, from acrobati
Ages 8–12
Historical Biographies #1
Take Command, Captain Farragut!
Peter Roop, Connie Roop
For the child stepping into big responsibilities before they feel ready, this true story shows how courage and integrity
Ages 7–10
The Very, Very Far North #2
Just Beyond the Very, Very Far North
Dan Bar-el
For the child who thrives on quiet reflection and needs to see that welcoming a stranger is the first step toward a new
Ages 8–12
Mush, a Dog from Space
Daniel Pinkwater
For the child who loves the idea of a secret, extraordinary world hidden right in their own backyard or kitchen.
Ages 7–10
10,000 Days of Thunder: A History of the Vietnam War
Philip Caputo
For the student grappling with the human and political layers of war, this veteran-penned history provides a balanced, v
Ages 11–16
The Things That Are Most in the World
Judi Barrett
For the curious child who loves asking 'what is the most...?' this book uses wild imagination to explain superlatives th
Ages 4–8
The Paradise Series #1
The Secret Box
Gayle Pearson
For children grappling with the weight of family secrets, navigating changing friendships, and understanding the consequ
Ages 10–14
The Grand Plan to Fix Everything
Uma Krishnaswami
For the child feeling anxious about a big move, this story shows how new places can bring unexpected adventures and a se
Ages 9–13
How to Build a Hug: Temple Grandin and Her Amazing Squeeze Machine
Amy Guglielmo, Jacqueline Tourville
For the child who experiences the world intensely and finds traditional affection overwhelming, this story celebrates fi
Ages 4–8
Jonah Winter's Picture Book Biographies #7
Steel Town
Jonah Winter
For the curious child who wonders how things are made and what the world was like long ago, this atmospheric journey exp
Ages 4–8
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