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Books for Discovering a Talent
11,785 books
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Cut!: How Lottie Reiniger and a Pair of Scissors Revolutionized Animation
C. E. Winters
For the child who loves making art or wonders how movies are made, this story follows a woman who used simple paper and
Ages 5–10
Little Golden Books
Little Boy with a Big Horn
Jack Bechdolt
For the child whose loud passions or noisy hobbies make them feel like a nuisance at home, this story shows how their un
Ages 4–8
Abe Lincoln Grows Up
Carl Sandburg
For the child who feels like an outsider or struggles with limited resources, this poetic look at a young Abe Lincoln sh
Ages 9–14
Afterworlds
Scott Westerfeld
For the teen who dreams of being a writer and is ready for a sophisticated look at the creative process and the bustling
Ages 14–18
Rachel Carson: Pioneer of Ecology
Kathleen V. Kudlinski
For the child who loves exploring tide pools or wonders how one person can protect the planet, this biography follows a
Ages 7–11
Guys Read #1
Guys Write for Guys Read
Jon Scieszka
For boys who think books are boring, this collection of funny and honest childhood memories from famous authors proves t
Ages 10–14
Between Two Brothers
Crystal Allen
For the child navigating the shadow of a high-achieving sibling or processing the sudden, quiet change of a loved one's
Ages 8–12
The Legends of Lunaria #1
The Mystery of the Whispering Woods
Archana Nayar
For the young explorer who needs to see that teamwork and courage can turn any scary mystery into a magical discovery.
Ages 6–10
Monument Maker
Linda Booth Sweeney
For the child who loves to build and needs to see that even the greatest artists started with small steps and a little h
Ages 7–10
Naturalist's Apprentice
Nature Art With Chiura Obata
Michael Elsohn Ross
For the child finding beauty in the world while navigating injustice. This book pairs the story of a Japanese American a
Ages 8–12
Extraordinary Magic: The Storytelling Life of Virginia Hamilton
Nina Crews
For the child who loves to make up stories or wonders where books come from, this poetic biography shows how family memo
Ages 4–8
Tales from the Chocolate Heart #1
The Dragon with a Chocolate Heart
Stephanie Burgis
For the child finding their way in a new environment, this story celebrates the magic of discovering a hidden talent and
Ages 8–12
The Adventure Is Now
Jess Redman
For the child who feels like an outsider and needs a push to step outside their comfort zone: join Milton on a mystery-f
Ages 8–12
If You Find a Leaf
Aimée Sicuro
For the child who loves to collect treasures from the sidewalk, this book transforms a simple walk in the park into a wo
Ages 3–7
Nobody's Princess #2
Nobody's Prize
Esther Friesner
For the girl who wants to prove she can do anything the boys can do, especially when she is told she must stay behind.
Ages 10–14
The Royal Diaries #11
Nzingha: Warrior Queen of Matamba
Patricia C. McKissack
For the child who needs to see that leadership and courage come in many forms, especially when facing pressure to confor
Ages 9–14
Life in the Ocean: The Story of Oceanographer Sylvia Earle
Claire A. Nivola
For the child who feels a deep connection to the natural world and wants to protect the creatures living in our vast, my
Ages 4–8
Forsaken Lake #1
Summer at Forsaken Lake
Michael D. Beil
For the child curious about family secrets and those long, golden summers where every day feels like an adventure waitin
Ages 9–13
Maybe It's a Sign
E. L. Shen
For the child searching for a sense of connection after a loss, this story explores how to find comfort in heritage, hob
Ages 8–12
Carry On, Mr. Bowditch
Jean Lee Latham
For the child who feels discouraged by setbacks or limited opportunities, this story shows how self-directed learning an
Ages 9–13
Sned Higgins
Chris Billingsley
For the child who relies on a 'security blanket' of imagination to face social pressure and the terrifying prospect of p
Ages 8–12
My Daniel
Pam Conrad
For the child curious about their family roots or fascinated by fossils, this moving story explores how personal history
Ages 10–14
Drummer Boy of John John
Mark Greenwood
For the child who loves making music with household objects, this vibrant story celebrates a young innovator who turned
Ages 4–8
Ruth Law Thrills a Nation
Don Brown
For the child who needs to see that 'impossible' is just a starting point. This inspiring true story celebrates the grit
Ages 5–9
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