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8,512 books about writing & storytelling
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Zap
Paul Fleischman
Seven plays perform simultaneously in this high-speed theatrical farce that zaps between parodies of everything from Aga
Ages 10–15
Tiger
Tiger Wants More
Donald Bisset
For the child who loves the silly and the strange, these short, bite-sized tales satisfy a curiosity for nonsense and a
Ages 6–9
When the Mapou Sings
Nadine Pinede
For the teen processing the weight of history and the search for missing family, this lyrical novel explores finding one
Ages 14–18
Cornrows
Camille Yarbrough
Traditional hairstyles become symbols of courage and heritage in this rhythmic celebration of Black history and pride.
Ages 5–9
His Work and His World #2
Shakespeare: His Work and His World
Michael Rosen
For the curious student intimidated by the Bard, this guide breaks down the life, stagecraft, and stories of Shakespeare
Ages 8–14
When My Name was Keoko
Linda Sue Park
A brother and sister fight to protect their culture and pride during the Japanese occupation of Korea in World War II.
Ages 10–14
Red and Green and Blue and White
Lee Wind
For children processing why some people are unkind to those who are different, this moving story shows how a neighborhoo
Ages 4–8
Arthur Bean: Total Genius #2
Scenes from the Epic Life of a Total Genius
Stacey Matson
Making a blockbuster movie was supposed to be easy, but jealous girlfriends and broken AV Club rules are sending Arthur’
Ages 9–12
According to Humphrey #5
School Days According to Humphrey
Betty G. Birney
Humphrey the hamster faces a classroom full of strangers at the start of school, only to realize these new faces need a
Ages 7–10
Emma the Dog #1
Letters from a Desperate Dog
Eileen Christelow
Emma the dog feels completely unappreciated, so she takes her grievances to a canine advice columnist in these hilarious
Ages 4–8
Origami Yoda #4
The Surprise Attack of Jabba the Puppett
Tom Angleberger
Dark times hit McQuarrie Middle School as the boring FunTime program drives everyone crazy. Origami Yoda is the only hop
Ages 8–12
XO, OX A Love Story
Adam Rex
For the child learning that beauty is in the eye of the beholder. A hilarious series of letters from a messy ox to a fan
Ages 4–8
Scarlett Epstein Hates It Here
Anna Breslaw
After her favorite TV show is canceled, a fanfic writer begins scripting the drama of her own high school peers to cope
Ages 14–18
Out of this World #2
Adrift in Space
Sally Odgers
For the child who thrives on high stakes and tech-heavy adventures. This fast-paced space mission helps young readers ga
Ages 6–9
Confessions of a Candy Snatcher
Phoebe Sinclair
For the child grappling with a bad choice they made and the heavy weight of secrets, this verse novel explores how to ow
Ages 10–14
The Duel: The Parallel Lives of Alexander Hamilton and Aaron Burr
Judith St. George
Trace the startlingly similar paths of Alexander Hamilton and Aaron Burr, from their shared beginnings as orphans to the
Ages 9–12
Free Verse
Sarah Dooley
Grieving her brother's death in a West Virginia mining town, Sasha finds a lifeline in secret family connections and the
Ages 10–14
Who Was?
Who Was Alex Trebek?
Pam Pollack, Meg Belviso
For children who are naturally curious and love trivia, this biography shows how one man turned his passion for learning
Ages 8–12
Dandelion Readers #5
Prefixes and Suffixes
Phonic Books
For the student who struggles with spelling or expanding their vocabulary, this workbook provides the building blocks to
Ages 6–9
Fizzy's Lunch Lab #1
Nelly Nitpick, Kid Food Critic
Jamie Michalak
For the child who has strong opinions about what is on their plate and might be missing out on fun or friendships becaus
Ages 6–9
Arthur Chapter Books
Arthur and the Lost Diary
Stephen Krensky
For the child grappling with a moral dilemma or the fear of a private secret being exposed. This story explores the ethi
Ages 6–9
Parts of Speech
What Is a Noun?
Sheri Doyle
Vibrant photographs and simple text introduce the building blocks of language by showing how nouns name the people, plac
Ages 5–8
Layers A Memoir
Pénélope Bagieu
For the teenager reflecting on the messy parts of growing up. A raw and funny look at the memories, mistakes, and small
Ages 14–18
A Bucket of Questions
Tim Fite
For the child whose imagination knows no bounds: this quirky collection of 'what-ifs' encourages kids to embrace the sil
Ages 4–9
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