Kids Book Index
Kelly Yang
That’s how Claire, from Shanghai, comes to live with Dani, who couldn't be less thrilled that mom rented out their spare room.As Claire explores her newfound freedom and Dani navigates a complicated relationship with her teacher, both girls wrestle with life-changing choices.
Woke: A Young Poet’s Call to JusticeMahogany L. Browne, with Elizabeth Acevedo, Olivia Gatwood"This collection of poems by women of color covers topics relating to social justice, activism, discrimination and empathy, focusing on the need to speak out and inspiring middle-graders." - Vogue Woke: A Young Poet's Guide to Justice is a collection of poems to inspire kids to stay woke and become a new…Nine to TwelveOn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details
Rise Up!: The Art of ProtestJo Rippon, in collaboration with Amnesty InternationalCelebrate the right to resist! This nonfiction middle grade read celebrates the right to fight for what we believe, promotes peaceful protests, and encourages young people to become active particpants in our world.Human rights belong to every single one of us, but they are often under threat.Nine to TwelveOn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details
Pretty Funny for a GirlRebecca ElliottFourteen-year-old Haylah dreams of being a stand-up star, but when her friends thrust her into the spotlight, she's not confident a plus-sized girl like her belongs onstage.Haylah Swinton is pretty confident she's mastered making light of every situation―from her mom's ugh boyfriend to classmates making unsolicited remarks on her figure.Fourteen and OlderOn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details