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Marching to Appomattox: The Footrace that Ended the Civil War
Ken Stark
For the young history buff ready to move beyond basic facts to understand the strategic tension and human drama of the C
Ages 8–12
Legend #2
Prodigy
Marie Lu
For the teenager grappling with complex loyalties and the realization that 'the right side' isn't always clear when figh
Ages 12–18
Rules of the Road #2
Best Foot Forward
Joan Bauer
For the teen navigating the messy reality of a first job, complicated family ties, and the challenge of trusting someone
Ages 12–17
Crinkleroot's Guides
Crinkleroot's Guide to Giving Back to Nature
Jim Arnosky
For the child who loves exploring the outdoors and wants to help local wildlife. Crinkleroot shares simple, hands-on way
Ages 4–8
Kitten Kids
Katie, Kit, & Cousin Tom
Tomie dePaola
For the child eagerly awaiting a playmate only to find the visitor has their own agenda. This gentle story helps kids na
Ages 4–8
The Green Gourd: A North Carolina Folktale
Tony Johnston
For the child who struggles with patience, this lively tale shows why rushing things before they are ready can lead to a
Ages 4–8
Lucky Luis
Gary Soto
For the child who relies on lucky charms or rituals to feel brave, this story helps separate superstitions from their ow
Ages 5–8
Just in Time, Abraham Lincoln
Patricia Polacco
For the child who wonders what it was really like to live through history. This immersive tale helps young readers grasp
Ages 6–10
26 Fairmount Avenue #6
I'm Still Scared
Tomie dePaola
For children processing scary news or feeling anxious about changes in the world. This gentle memoir helps kids understa
Ages 7–10
Desert Girl, Monsoon Boy
Tara Dairman
For the child curious about how others live, this rhythmic story follows two families in India as they protect their her
Ages 4–8
Non-Blonde Cheerleader #2
Brunettes Strike Back
Kieran Scott
For the teen navigating the pressure to change who they are to fit in with the 'popular' crowd while managing high-stake
Ages 12–17
Desperate Measures
Laura Summers
For the child who values family loyalty above all else. This story explores the lengths a sister will go to keep her sib
Ages 10–14
Torched
April Henry
For the teenager navigating the blurred lines between loyalty and law, or grappling with the high stakes of standing up
Ages 12–18
The Story of the Sioux
Marion Eleanor Gridley
For the child curious about Indigenous history and traditional ways of life. Explore the rich culture, leaders, and endu
Ages 8–12
When You Are Brave #2
In Our Garden
Pat Zietlow Miller
For the child learning that good things take time, this story celebrates the quiet magic of watching a seed grow through
Ages 4–8
What a Family! A Fresh Look at Family Trees
Rachel Isadora
For the child who is confused by how everyone in their family is related, this gentle guide helps map out the branches o
Ages 4–8
Leaving Gee's Bend
Irene Latham
For the child learning that bravery isn't the absence of fear, but taking the next step even when the world feels big an
Ages 8–12
Four Boys Named Jordan
Jessica Harper
For the child who shares their name with a classmate, this humorous story explores how to stand out and celebrate your o
Ages 4–8
Eats, Shoots & Leaves #2
The Girl's Like Spaghetti: Why, You Can't Manage Without Apostrophes!
Lynne Truss
For the child who loves wordplay or struggles with grammar, this book uses hilarious side-by-side comparisons to show wh
Ages 7–12
Saving American Beach The Biography of African American Environmentalist MaVynee Betsch
Heidi Tyline King
For the child who loves the ocean and wants to see how one person's passion can protect the places we love from being lo
Ages 4–9
Michelangelo's World
Piero Ventura
For the young artist or builder who wonders how masterpieces are made, this detailed biography brings the Italian Renais
Ages 8–12
Spring Is Like the Morning
M. Jean Craig
For the child who notices the first green shoots or the melting snow, this lyrical guide explains how nature awakens aft
Ages 5–8
Growing Seasons
Elsie Lee Splear
For the child curious about how great-grandparents lived, this memoir captures the rhythmic toil and quiet joys of early
Ages 7–10
Tomie DePaola's Front Porch Tales & North Country Whoppers
Tomie dePaola
For the child who loves a good joke or a tall tale, this collection of New Hampshire stories celebrates the humor found
Ages 6–10
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