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Hollow Chest
Brita Sandstrom
Charlie's brother has returned from war with a hollow chest, sparking a journey to find the heart that was stolen by mys
Ages 8–12
Lucy Rose #1
Lucy Rose, Here's the Thing About Me
Katy Kelly
For the child adjusting to life in two houses after a divorce, this story offers a bright, funny perspective on navigati
Ages 7–10
Let Us March On!: James Weldon Johnson and the Silent Protest Parade
Yohuru Williams and Michael G. Long
The writer of the Black National Anthem leads a powerful, wordless march through the streets of New York to stand up for
Ages 6–10
The 9/11 Report: A Graphic Adaptation
Sid Jacobson, Ernie Colón
Dramatic illustrations and clear reporting break down the complex history, missed signals, and official findings surroun
Ages 12–18
An Island Like You: Stories of the Barrio
Judith Ortiz Cofer
This collection of award-winning fiction and poetry captures the vibrant life, voices, and daily experiences of young pe
Ages 12–18
Native American Creation Stories of Family and Friendship
Teresa Pijoan
For families seeking to understand how shared history and traditional wisdom can strengthen the bonds of friendship and
Ages 8–14
How to Say, "I Love You"
Rosie Pova
For the child curious about how the world connects. Explore the history of Esperanto, a language designed to foster peac
Ages 6–10
Drawing Lessons from a Bear
David McPhail
For the child who feels a spark of creativity that doesn't quite fit their family's expectations, this story celebrates
Ages 4–8
Just Grace #10
Just Grace and the Double Surprise
Charise Mericle Harper
For the creative child navigating the complexities of school friendships and the tricky task of keeping big secrets from
Ages 6–10
Is Everyone Ready For Fun?
Jan Thomas
For the child who needs a safe space to navigate the swirl of big feelings and identity shifts that come with growing up
Ages 12–17
Oh, A-Hunting We Will Go
John Langstaff
Catch a skunk or a brontosaurus and put them in a box in this musical folk song that pairs classic verses with silly new
Ages 3–7
Kennedy Through the Lens: How Photography and Television Revealed and Shaped an Extraordinary Leader
Martin W. Sandler
Large-scale photographs reveal how the camera shaped the public’s view of John F. Kennedy, turning a president’s life in
Ages 10–14
Speak of Me as I Am
Sonia Belasco
For the teenager navigating the heavy waves of grief, this story follows two students finding solace in Shakespeare and
Ages 14–18
Words by Heart
Ouida Sebestyen
Moving to a mostly white Western town brings hardship and heartbreak to Lena’s family as they face deep-seated prejudice
Ages 10–14
Big Thoughts For Little Thinkers
Daniel Thompson
For the inquisitive child who asks 'why' about everything. This collection of poems helps families navigate big life que
Ages 6–12
The Man Who Was Poe
Avi
Edgar Allan Poe steps into a real-life mystery to help young Edmund search for his missing family in the dark streets of
Ages 10–14
We Belong
Cookie Hiponia Everman
For the child who feels caught between two worlds or wants to understand how their family's history and myths shape thei
Ages 8–12
A Bottle in the Gaza Sea
Valérie Zenatti
A bottle tossed into the waves sparks an unlikely connection between two young people living on opposite sides of a divi
Ages 12–18
The Very Ordered Existence of Merilee Marvelous
Suzanne Crowley
For the child who thrives on routine and finds the unpredictable world a bit overwhelming, this story celebrates the bea
Ages 8–12
Maribel's Year
Michelle Sterling
Maribel and her mother spend a full year in America experiencing new seasons and holidays while they wait for her father
Ages 4–8
The Alphabet from A to Y With Bonus Letter Z!
Steve Martin
For the child who loves the absurd, this playful alphabet journey uses witty rhymes and surreal art to turn simple ABCs
Ages 4–8
Redwoods
Jason Chin
For the child who loves to get lost in a book and marvel at the mysteries of the natural world.
Ages 5–10
One of Those Hideous Books Where the Mother Dies
Sonya Sones
For a teenager navigating the sharp edges of loss while being uprooted to an unfamiliar world. This verse novel explores
Ages 12–17
This Same Sky: A Collection of Poems from Around the World
Naomi Shihab Nye (editor)
Voices from sixty-two countries join together in this global collection of translated poems celebrating the beauty of na
Ages 10–18
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