Kids Book Index
Linda Crotta Brennan
Brigit lives in a Nova Scotia village shaped by fishermen’s songs, old legends, a sea goddess, and people who are not entirely human. Her mother is a magical creature, and a curse linked to wrongdoing in the community puts Brigit’s parents and village at risk. Brigit must face a vengeful king as she tries to protect her family and community.
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Black Girl Power: 15 Stories Celebrating Black GirlhoodLeah Johnson (editor)This collection brings together fifteen stories and poems by contemporary Black women writers about Black girlhood. Its pieces include a first sleepover with a stuffed animal, an escape from an eerie dollhouse, new friendships made through magical baked goods, and finding the nerve to dance independently. Across these varied everyday and fantastical situations, the collection reflects joy, strength, imagination, friendship, courage, and the experiences of Black girls today.Nine to TwelveWord Count 66673On the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details
The Great Wolf Rescue: Saving the Red Wolves (Sandra Markle’s Science Discoveries series)Sandra MarkleThis nonfiction account follows red wolves, a species unique to North America that was close to extinction. It traces their former range from southern New York to Florida and west to Texas, then describes scientists’ fostering plan to help wolves live freely in protected areas. Photographs and maps support the story, while a glossary, sources, suggested reading, and index provide additional information about the effort to save red wolves.Nine to TwelveOn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details
The Sherlock Society (Sherlock Society series)James Ponti, map by Yaoyao Ma Van AsDuring a summer vacation in Miami, four friends form a detective agency and investigate reports that Al Capone left treasure buried nearby. Their search takes a different turn when they uncover a toxic-waste dump. The discovery raises the prospect of an environmental disaster, turning their mystery into a problem with wider consequences. A map accompanies this story of friends investigating clues, local rumors, hidden history, and an environmental threat.Nine to TwelveOn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details