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Nappy Hair
Carolivia Herron
Join a young girl named Brenda as her family and friends gather at a backyard picnic, each offering loving and affirming
Ages 4–11
Storm Warriors
Elisa Carbone
After his mother's death and fleeing the KKK, Nathan moves to Pea Island in 1895. He dreams of joining the courageous Af
Ages 8–12
Harry's Mad #1
Harry's Mad
Dick King-Smith
Harry's life gets a delightful shake-up when he inherits Madison, a remarkably chatty and clever African Grey parrot. Th
Ages 4–11
The Houdini Box
Brian Selznick
Victor dreams of escaping locked trunks and walking through walls, just like Harry Houdini. When he finally meets his he
Ages 4–11
Little Frog's Tadpole Trouble
Tatyana Feeney
Little Frog loves being an only child, but his world is turned upside down when nine tadpoles arrive. He struggles with
Ages 4–11
Return to Sender
Julia Alvarez
When his family hires migrant Mexican workers to save their Vermont farm, eleven-year-old Tyler befriends Mari, the olde
Ages 8–12
Monk Seal Hideaway
Diane Ackerman
Experience a vivid, up-close encounter with the rare Hawaiian monk seal in its natural habitat. This book combines a nat
Ages 4–11
Leftover Lily
Sally Warner
When first grader Lily has a falling out with her two best friends, she discovers important truths about navigating soci
Ages 4–11
Dear Austin: Letters from the Underground Railroad
Elvira Woodruff
In 1853 Pennsylvania, Levi writes letters to his brother, describing his life with his friend Jupiter and their harrowin
Ages 8–12
Voyage of Plunder
Michele Torrey
When his father's merchant ship is plundered by pirates in 1696, 14-year-old Daniel is forced to join their crew as a ho
Ages 9–13
The Hunter
Paul Geraghty
Jasmina, separated from her grandfather in the African bush, finds a baby elephant whose mother has been killed by poach
Ages 4–11
Mys Plumed Serpent
Barbara Brenner
Twin siblings Michael and Elena combine their unique skills to solve the mystery of a golden snake, diving into Mexican
Ages 4–11
Journey to the Planets
Crown
Discover the wonders of our solar system with this engaging chapter book. It highlights the prominent features of each p
Ages 4–11
Fortune's Fool
Kathleen Karr
Fifteen-year-old jester Conrad and servant girl Christa escape their cruel master, Lord Otto 'the Witless,' embarking on
Ages 4–11
Tico and the Golden Wings
Leo Lionni
Tico, a bird born without wings, wishes for them and receives a magnificent golden pair. But his friends turn against hi
Ages 4–11
The Chrysalis Queen Quartet #1
Guinevere's Gift
Nancy McKenzie
Orphaned Guinevere, twelve and rebellious, fearlessly helps rescue her cousin from kidnappers plotting to overthrow the
Ages 4–11
Corydon #2
Corydon and the Fall of Atlantis
Tobias Druitt
Corydon, an outcast boy, joins his monstrous friends on a daring journey across Poseidon's treacherous waters to rescue
Ages 8–12
Cassie Lightfoot #2
Aunt Harriet's Underground Railroad in the Sky
Faith Ringgold
Cassie Louise Lightfoot embarks on a magical journey with Harriet Tubman, retracing the perilous path of the Underground
Ages 4–11
Ug #1
Ug: Boy Genius of the Stone Age
Raymond Briggs
Ug is a Stone Age boy who dreams of inventions like soft trousers and cooked food, but his family prefers the old ways.
Ages 4–11
Charlie's House
Clyde Robert Bulla
Follow Charlie, a poor English boy shipped to America as an indentured servant in the 18th century. He runs away from a
Ages 4–11
Snowbone
Cat Weatherill
Snowbone, a courageous wooden girl, embarks on a dangerous journey with her friends to protect the Ashenpeakers from hum
Ages 7–11
Ellen's Lion: Twelve Stories
Crockett Johnson
Ellen's toy lion comes to life through her imagination in twelve charming, episodic stories. This classic chapter book c
Ages 4–11
Dear Mr. Sprouts
Errol Broome
When Anke's seeded balloon reaches Freddie's Australian farm, an unlikely pen pal friendship blossoms. Through letters,
Ages 4–11
The True Prince
J.B. Cheaney
Join Richard, a new apprentice in Shakespeare's company, as he navigates the vibrant world of Elizabethan theater and a
Ages 9–12
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