AberdeenStacey Previn, illustrated by Stacey PrevinA young mouse follows a wandering balloon, leading to many unexpected adventures. Watercolor illustrations.Under FiveLexile Text Measure AD500LATOS Book Level 3.3View book detailsBank Street Best Children's Books of the Year 2017
The 2017 edition contains 610 selections published by Bank Street College of Education. The source organizes the selections into Under Five, Five to Nine, Nine to Twelve, Twelve to Fourteen, and Fourteen and Older. It belongs to Bank Street's annual bibliography of books reviewed by its Children's Book Committee.
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AberdeenStacey Previn, illustrated by Stacey PrevinA young mouse follows a wandering balloon, leading to many unexpected adventures. Watercolor illustrations.Under FiveLexile Text Measure AD500LATOS Book Level 3.3View book details
All about Clive (series) Clive and His Art (978-1-84643-883-7) Clive and His Babies (978-1-84643-882-0)Jessica Spanyol, illustrated by Jessica SpanyolClive loves art, his dolls, and sharing his interests with his diverse set of friends. Full-page, colorful, expressive illustrations.Under FiveView book details
All We KnowLinda AshmanA mother connects her love for her child to other instinctive behaviors in animals and the natural world. Gentle rhyming text. Glowing mixed-media illustrations.Under FiveLexile Text Measure 261LATOS Book Level 2.1View book details
Be a FriendSalina Yoon, illustrated by Salina YoonDennis communicates only in mime, and other children ignore him, until one day someone catches his imaginary ball. Simple digitally colored pencil illustrations.Under FiveView book details
Bella’s Fall CoatLynn PlourdeBella has such fun in her favorite coat, enjoying the fall season outside, but Grams sees a need for change. Autumn colors are prominent in lively, cheerful illustrations.Under FiveView book details
BlocksIrene Dickson, illustrated by Irene DicksonA boy and a girl learn to share their blue and red building blocks, but then a boy’s arrival with green blocks creates complications. Simple, bold illustrations.Under FiveView book details
Blue & BertieKristyna Litten, illustrated by Kristyna LittenA gentle story of friendship explores the world of Bertie the giraffe and his new friend, a blue giraffe. Simple appealing pencil illustrations.Under FiveView book details
Bob and Flo Play Hide-and-SeekRebecca Ashdown, illustrated by Rebecca AshdownPenguins Bob, Flo, and Sam figure out how to play together. Colorful pastels.Under FiveView book details
Cat NapBrian Lies, illustrated by Brian LiesCat wants a nap; kitten wants to play. Kitten is an expert at finding cat’s retreats. Simple, repetitive text and colorful outlined illustrations.Under FiveWord Count 424View book details
The ClassBoni AshburnTwenty children prepare for their first day of kindergarten, each in his or her own way. Whimsical digitally colored pencil illustrations.Under FiveLexile Text Measure AD330LATOS Book Level 1.5View book details
Du Iz Tak?Carson EllisBackyard creatures, in invented language, marvel at a green shoot as the seasons change and time passes. Vibrant gouache and ink illustrations.Under FiveView book details
Duck, Duck, Porcupine!Salina YoonThree humorous adventures demonstrate that silent Little Duck has common sense, unlike his bossy older sibling. Bold, colorful, digital cartoon illustrations.Under FiveLexile Text Measure AD390LATOS Book Level 2.7View book details
Excellent EdStacy McAnultyFeeling unworthy because he is not allowed to participate in many family activities, a spunky pup discovers his unique value. Mixed-media, humorous, vivid illustrations.Under FiveView book details
Flora and the PeacocksMolly Idle, illustrated by Molly IdleA girl with a fan wants to dance with two peacocks in a wordless tale. Flaps and folds add to the fun. Illustrated in blues and greens.Under FiveView book details
Fresh Delicious: Poems from the Farmers’ MarketIrene LathamAnimals shop at a farmer’s market full of fruits and vegetables. Told in blank verse. Colorful collage and acrylic illustrations. Recipes included.Under FiveView book details
Frida and Bear Play the Shape Game!Anthony Browne, Hanne Bartholin, illustrated by Anthony Browne, Hanne BartholinAn elephant and a bear challenge one another to turn odd shapes into drawings. Young readers are challenged to do the same. Mixed-media illustrations.Under FiveView book details
GaryLeila Rudge, illustrated by Leila RudgeA lost racing pigeon who can’t fly uses details he gleaned from his peers’ travels to return home. Mixed- media double-spread illustrations.Under FiveView book details
The Girl with the Parrot on Her HeadDaisy Hirst, illustrated by Daisy HirstAfter Simon moves away, Isabel, who only has her parrot as a friend, is angry and scared. Then she meets Chester. Colorful screen-printed illustrations.Under FiveView book details
Go to Sleep, Monster!Kevin Cornell, illustrated by Kevin CornellIn this hilarious bedtime adventure, two siblings discover that monsters are also spooked. Blue and purple colors with bursts of light individualize creatures.Under FiveView book details
The Green UmbrellaJackie Azúa KramerDuring a walk in the rain, each animal that the Elephant meets claims the umbrella is a different object. Whimiscal full-page illustrations.Under FiveView book details
Henry & LeoPamela ZagarenskiReality and imagination seamlessly fuse in both text and pictures as a boy’s lost beloved stuffed toy lion is magically found. Dreamlike mixed-media illustrations.Under FiveView book details
How Do You Say?/¿Cómo se dice?Angela Dominguez, illustrated by Angela DominguezSpanish-speaking and English-speaking giraffes meet and become friends and amigos. Rich mixed-media illustrations.Under FiveView book details
How to Build a Snow BearEric PinderWhen he can’t reach high enough to put a head on his snowman, Thomas gets his little sister to help. Colorful double-page illustrations.Under FiveView book details
How to Find GoldViviane Schwarz, illustrated by Viviane SchwarzCautious, methodical Crocodile and adventure-loving Anna create an effective, cooperative friendship to achieve their imaginative goal. Pencil, crayon, and watercolor illustrations.Under FiveView book details
If I Could Drive, MamaCari BestCharlie, in his new cardboard box, drives his mother around town and makes it an adventurous journey. Lively, colorful watercolors.Under FiveView book details
In Plain SightRichard JacksonPoignant, detailed watercolor illustrations accompany a lyric repetitive text that captures the bond between a young girl and her grandfather in their daily hide-and- seek game.Under FiveView book details
Into the SnowYuki KanekoA young child explores in the snow on his own for just the right amount of time. Warm mixed-media illustrations.Under FiveLexile Text Measure 120LATOS Book Level 1.3View book details
Let’s Play!Hervé Tullet, illustrated by Hervé TulletLittle fingers can follow a yellow dot on a black line for an exciting, slightly scary adventure that includes colorful concepts in spare illustrations.Under FiveView book details
Little PenguinsCynthia RylantPenguins get ready to enjoy the snow but need to bundle up first. Joyful acrylic and cut-paper collage.Under FiveLexile Text Measure BR170LATOS Book Level 0.8View book details
Little RedBethan Woollvin, illustrated by Bethan WoollvinFor those who do not scare easily, this retold tale leaves readers with a positive sense of outsmarting their obstacles. Bold graphic illustrations.Under FiveView book details
Little Red and the Very Hungry LionAlex T. Smith, illustrated by Alex T. SmithAn amusing safari riff on Red Riding Hood features a very young girl outwitting a scheming lion. Full-page, colorful illustrations.Under FiveLexile Text Measure AD620LATOS Book Level 3View book details
Listen to Our WorldBill Martin Jr., Michael SampsonA mother teaches her children to use their ears to learn about different animals from around the world. Watercolor, mixed-media illustrations.Under FiveView book details
Looking for BongoEric Velasquez, illustrated by Eric VelasquezA boy’s beloved stuffed animal is missing. Vivid oil paintings lead to clues.Under FiveLexile Text Measure AD280LATOS Book Level 1.2View book details
Lucy & CompanyMarianne Dubuc, illustrated by Marianne DubucThree engaging stories showcase an adventurous girl and her friends at a picnic, a treasure hunt, and a hatching. Cheerful whimsical illustrations. Landscape map.Under FiveView book details
The Monster Next DoorDavid Soman, illustrated by David SomanWhen a monster moves into the treehouse across the way, he becomes friends with a boy, until . . . Digitally assembled watercolor, charcoal, and colored pencil illustrations.Under FiveView book details
The Moon’s Almost HerePatricia MacLachlanA father and child bid goodnight to the farm animals and wait for the moon to rise. Muted acrylic illustrations.Under FiveView book details
Motor MilesJohn Burningham, illustrated by John BurninghamWhat makes Miles behave as a good dog should? It’s driving his own car and having adventures with his friend, Norman. Whimsical illustrations.Under FiveLexile Text Measure 401LATOS Book Level 2.8View book details
The Mouse and the MoonGabriel Alborozo, illustrated by Gabriel AlborozoA little mouse discovers that he is not all alone as he follows the full moon to meet his new friend. Pen, ink, and watercolor illustrations reflect the changing mood.Under FiveView book details
My Car/Mi carroBryon Barton, illustrated by Bryon Barton, Andrea MontejoSam and his car drive from their home in the country to Sam’s job in the city. Bold graphic illustrations.Under FiveView book details
My Heart Fills With HappinessMonique Gray SmithChildren celebrate the simple homey things that make them happy, such as dancing, baking, and drumming. Colorful gouache collages.Under FiveLexile Text Measure AD280LATOS Book Level 2.2View book details
My HouseByron Barton, illustrated by Byron BartonJim the cat names his favorite places inside and outside his house. Bright, bold full-color illustrations.Under FiveLexile Text Measure 39LATOS Book Level 0.7View book details
My New Mom & MeRenata Galindo, illustrated by Renata GalindoA puppy adopted by a cat shares an emotional journey as the two learn how to be a family. Digital illustrations in muted colors.Under FiveView book details
My Old Pal, OscarAmy HestWill the cuddly, appealing dog on the beach capture the heart of a young boy who is grieving for his former pet? Sensitive pencil and watercolor illustrations.Under FiveLexile Text Measure 202LATOS Book Level 1.8View book details
Nanette’s BaguetteMo Willems, illustrated by Mo WillemsNanette’s first trip to the bakery on her own is filled with rhyme and temptation. Lush cardboard construction and photographed illustrations.Under FiveLexile Text Measure AD430LATOS Book Level 2.2View book details
The Not So Quiet LibraryZachariah Ohora, illustrated by Zachariah OhoraA monster romps through a library and learns books are tasty morsels for reading, not eating. Bold acrylic illustrations.Under FiveLexile Text Measure AD540LATOS Book Level 2.4View book details
Over the OceanTaro GomiA small child imagines skyscrapers and funny animals— and maybe someone like her—across the ocean. Simple, colorful illustrations.Under FiveView book details
Plenty of Love to Go AroundEmma Chichester Clark, illustrated by Emma Chichester ClarkA dog named Plum is everyone’s favorite, until a cat named Binky moves in next door. Watercolor and colored pencil illustrations.Under FiveLexile Text Measure AD510LATOS Book Level 2.2View book details
Polka Dots for PoppyAmy Schwartz, illustrated by Amy SchwartzThree sisters hatch a plan to find the perfect back-to- school clothes for their youngest sibling. Endearing gouache and pen and ink illustrations.Under FiveView book details
Potty/BacinicaLeslie Patricelli, illustrated by Leslie Patricelli, Teresa MlawerA toddler asks and answers the question, “Should I go potty?” Bilingual. Boldly outlined acrylic paint illustrations.Under FiveView book details
Presents through the WindowTaro Gomi, illustrated by Taro GomiOn Christmas eve, Santa hastily bases his gift choices on glimpses through windows, with some curious results. Interactive cut-paper illustrations.Under FiveLexile Text Measure 140LATOS Book Level 1.4View book details
QuackersLiz Wong, illustrated by Liz WongWhen a cat who thinks he’s a duck discovers the truth, he learns even more about himself. Full-page playful illustrations.Under FiveLexile Text Measure AD530LATOS Book Level 2View book details
Rescue Squad No. 9Mike Austin, illustrated by Mike AustinA thrilling rescue at sea with bright compelling paintings and simple graphic words, plus a happy ending, is accompanied by notes on water safety.Under FiveView book details
Rooster/GalloJorge LujánAn accessible nine-line poem and subtle, dreamy acrylic drawings follow day into night. In Spanish and English.Under FiveView book details
Rose and the Wish Thing: A Journey of FriendshipCaroline Magerl, illustrated by Caroline MagerlHow do wishes come true? Pen and ink drawings capture the magic of being hopeful and finding friends.Under FiveView book details
RRRalphLois Ehlert, illustrated by Lois EhlertCan pet dog Ralph really talk? Are a dog’s sounds real words? Colorful, imaginative collage illustrations.Under FiveLexile Text Measure AD310LATOS Book Level 2.3View book details
Secret Tree FortBrianne Farley, illustrated by Brianne FarleyA younger sister whose sibling is engrossed in a book hopes to lure her to play by conjuring up an imaginative alternative. Digitally colored charcoal pencil and ink illustrations.Under FiveView book details
ShyDeborah Freedman, illustrated by Deborah FreedmanWhen a real bird trills by, a reticent book-loving giraffe struggles to make her acquaintance. Lyrical, colorful mixed-media illustrations.Under FiveView book details
Spare Dog PartsAlison HughesIn this tribute to mixed-breed dogs, a girl explains how her perfect pet was made from leftover, mismatched parts. Ink and watercolor illustrations.Under FiveView book details
Super JumboFred Koehler, illustrated by Fred KoehlerLittle Jumbo, a young elephant, wants to solve crimes. He’s a superhero, isn’t he? Humorous digital pen and ink drawings.Under FiveLexile Text Measure AD600LATOS Book Level 3.2View book details
Superhero DadTimothy KnapmanA young boy presents all the reasons why his dad is a superhero: his breakfasts, his strength, his laugh, and much more. Joyfully illustrated.Under FiveView book details
There’s a Bear on My ChairRoss Collins, illustrated by Ross CollinsBear is unaware of how Mouse feels about his chair . . . until their roles are reversed. Humorous text and pen and digital illustrations.Under FiveLexile Text Measure AD460LATOS Book Level 3.1View book details
This Is Our Baby, Born TodayVarsha BajajThe world welcomes a baby—an elephant baby! All the creatures and nature rejoice. Inviting illustrations, created with dip pens, India ink, and watercolors.Under FiveLexile Text Measure AD530LATOS Book Level 2.9View book details
Thunder Boy Jr.Sherman AlexieJunior wants to be given a name to celebrate something cool he has done, not just to be named after his dad. Rich mixed-media illustrations.Under FiveLexile Text Measure AD420LATOS Book Level 2.5View book details
TobyHazel Mitchell, illustrated by Hazel MitchellA dog rescued from the shelter has trouble adjusting to his new home. Warm, digitally colored graphite and watercolor illustrations.Under FiveView book details
The Two TimsDavid ElliottTwo Tims do everything together until Tom comes along. Simple words and humorous watercolors guide readers through the challenges and pleasures of having new and old friends.Under FiveView book details
The Very Fluffy Kitty, PapillonA. N. Kang, illustrated by A. N. KangA cat is so light and airy that he needs a creative solution and a new friend to stop him from floating away. Understated, expressive illustrations.Under FiveLexile Text Measure 221LATOS Book Level 1.9View book details
We Sang You HomeRichard Van CampParents celebrate the arrival of their child into the world. Folk-art style gouache and digital collage illustrations.Under FiveWord Count 103View book details
Where’s Bear? (Bear & Hare series)Emily Gravett, illustrated by Emily GravettTwo good friends take turns playing hide-and-seek in a humorous story illustrated in crayon, pencil, and watercolor.Under FiveView book details
Where’s the Elephant?Barroux, illustrated by BarrouxAn elephant, a parrot, and a snake blend into the forest, but the city encroaches. An almost wordless book with colorful acrylic, collage, and pencil illustrations.Under FiveView book details
Who Wants a Tortoise?Dave KeaneA little girl gets a pet for her birthday, but is very disappointed that it’s not a puppy. Colorful watercolor- and-pencil illustrations.Under FiveLexile Text Measure AD610LATOS Book Level 3.4View book details
Who What Where?Olivier Tallec, illustrated by Olivier TallecSolve the mysteries in this seek-and-find book by searching for the smallest details in the pencil and acrylic paint illustrations of comical characters.Under FiveView book details
Whoops!Suzi MooreWhat happens when an old lady with magical powers casts a spell to help three animals make their appropriate noises? Mayhem! Hilarious mixed-media illustrations with rhymed text.Under FiveView book details
Worm Loves WormJ. J. AustrianWorm and worm are in love and plan to get married. But does it matter which worm will be the bride and which will be the groom? Whimsical pencil and Photoshopped illustrations.Under FiveView book details
Would You Rather Be a Princess or a Dragon?Barney Saltzberg, illustrated by Barney SaltzbergShould you behave like a princess or a dragon? Snappy rhymes and bold illustrations can help you decide.Under FiveLexile Text Measure 329LATOS Book Level 2.4View book details
Yellow TimeLauren Stringer, illustrated by Lauren StringerIn this celebration of fall, a diverse group of children notice changes in nature. Soft watercolor illustrations.Under FiveLexile Text Measure 580LATOS Book Level 2.2View book details
Animal Talk: Mexican Folk Art Animal Sounds in English and SpanishCynthia Weill, wood sculptures from Oaxaca by Rubí Fuentes, Efraín BroaThis colorful bilingual book presents animal sounds in two languages. Photographs of brilliantly colored wood carvings created by Mexican artisans.Under FiveView book details
I Hear a Pickle (and Smell, See, Touch, and Taste It, Too!)Rachel Isadora, illustrated by Rachel IsadoraA diverse group of children explore the five senses and experience food, flowers, rain, sneakers, and stars. Delicate ink and watercolor illustrations.Under FiveView book details
Little Elephants/Elefantitos (Canticos series)Susie Jaramillo, illustrated by Susie JaramilloThis adaptation of the traditional Mexican song about pachyderms balancing on a spider web invites you to sing along. Interactive, with cartoonlike illustrations.Under FiveView book details
Little Green Peas: A Big Book of ColorsKeith Baker, illustrated by Keith BakerLittle green peas dot a series of colorful scenes and words. Bright, bold illustrations.Under FiveView book details
NumbersNancy Raines DayCounting numbers is enlivened by simple, boldly colored drawings of familiar objects.Under FiveView book details
One MinuteSomin Ahn, illustrated by Somin AhnWhat can you do in one minute? A little girl discovers that time can make a difference. Simple yet expressive drawings.Under FiveView book details
Oops Pounce Quick Run!: An Alphabet CaperMike TwohyFollow the alphabet and the wild chase that ensues after a dog’s ball bounces into a mouse’s hole. Colorful, energetic, humorous illustrations.Under FiveView book details
Picture This (series) Colors (978-0-544-51264-1)Marie VendittelliChildren learn the colors and numbers and a few animal names. Brilliant full-color photographs.Under FiveView book details
Shape ShiftJoyce Hesselberth, illustrated by Joyce HesselberthName the shapes, combine them, and then use your imagination. Colorful mixed-media and digital illustrations.Under FiveView book details
Steam Train, Dream Train : ColorsSherri Duskey RinkerColors and train car names are celebrated in rhyme. Dreamy but vibrant illustrations created with pastels on dark paper.Under FiveLexile Text Measure AD720LATOS Book Level 4.6View book details
When Spring ComesKevin HenkesWhat are the signs that the seasons have changed? Boldly outlined, colorful acrylic illustrations.Under FiveLexile Text Measure 500LATOS Book Level 2.1View book details
Yummy Yucky/¡Ñam! ¡Puaj!Leslie Patricelli, illustrated by Leslie Patricelli, Teresa MlawerFrom apple pie to mud pie, some things are delicious and some taste awful! Bilingual. Boldly outlined tempera illustrations.Under FiveView book details
STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) Every Day BirdsAmy Ludwig VanDerwaterCommon birds of the northeastern United States are presented in a rhyming text and stunning cut-paper illustrations.Under FiveView book details
Grow! Raise! Catch!: How We Get Our FoodShelley RotnerMeet vegetable farmers, dairy farmers, fishermen, and the other people who produce, raise, and harvest all the things we eat. Mouthwatering photographs.Under FiveView book details
Leaps and Bounce: A Growing Up StorySusan HoodSprightly rhyming text and lively mixed-media illustrations introduce us to the development of frogs, from egg to tadpole to four-legged adult.Under FiveView book details
Sharks and Dolphins (Compare and Contrast series): A Compare and Contrast BookKevin KurtzHow are dolphins and sharks the same and how do they differ? Simple text and glorious color photographs. Activities included.Under FiveView book detailsFive to Nine
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Lost and Found: Adèle & Simon in ChinaBarbara McClintock, illustrated by Barbara McClintockAdèle writes to her mother about her wondrous adventure in China and her brother’s mishaps. Spectacular ink and watercolor paintings. Map and back matter.Five to NineView book details
The Bear and the PianoDavid Litchfield, illustrated by David LitchfieldA bear finds fame in the city playing the piano but misses the friends he left behind in the forest. Full-color mixed-media art.Five to NineLexile Text Measure AD620LATOS Book Level 3.5View book details
A Mysterious Egg (The Dino Files series)Stacy McAnultyFrank loves spending time with his paleontologist grandparents, but this summer he finds extinct may not always mean extinct. Glossary. Simple illustrations.Five to NineView book details
The Pros & Cons of Being a FrogSue deGennaro, illustrated by Sue deGennaroCan close friends, one obsessed with dressing up as a frog and the other who manipulates numbers, reconcile after a tiff? Expressive, humorous mixed-media illustrations.Five to NineView book details
Scout and the Sausage Thief (Puppy Academy series)Gill LewisA German Shepherd puppy who wants to become a police dog is unjustly accused of unacceptable dog behavior. Will Scout be able to graduate with her class? Engaging black-and-white illustrations.Five to NineView book details
TeacupRebecca YoungA boy’s arduous odyssey searching for a new home unfolds through minimal poetic text complemented by evocative oil paintings and dreamlike images.Five to NineLexile Text Measure AD590LATOS Book Level 3View book details
There Is a Tribe of KidsLane Smith, illustrated by Lane SmithA child embarks on an enchanting visual journey through collections of animals. Stunning mixed-media illustrations.Five to NineLexile Text Measure AD210LATOS Book Level 1.8View book details
Always RememberCece MengAn old turtle is remembered by creatures in the sea who loved him. Moving, full-color digital illustrations.Five to NineLexile Text Measure AD570LATOS Book Level 2.9View book details
CircleMac BarnettDetailed mixed-media collage illustrations chronicle a bar-tailed godwit shorebird’s annual migration from Australia to Alaska and back. Author’s note and migration map.Five to NineView book details
Clara: The (Mostly) True Story of the Rhinoceros Who Dazzled Kings, Inspired Artists, and Won the Hearts of Everyone . . . While She Ate Her Way Up and Down a ContinentEmily Arnold McCully, illustrated by Emily Arnold McCullyIn the 1800s an orphaned rhinoceros adopted by a caring Dutch sea captain charmed the people of Europe. Vivid, finely detailed watercolor and pen and ink illustrations. Notes on animal treatment issues.Five to NineView book details
Little Home BirdJo Empson, illustrated by Jo EmpsonFull-page, dramatic watercolors add to the tender story of Little Bird trying to find a new home. His worries abate as he completes his journey.Five to NineView book details
Little Night CatSonja Danowski, illustrated by Sonja Danowski, David Henry WilsonLittle Tony insists on giving all his stuffed toys to a fundraiser for the animal shelter. Intimate scenes rendered in pencil, ink, and watercolor.Five to NineView book details
Little OneJo Weaver, illustrated by Jo WeaverWhen spring arrives, Big Bear begins to teach her young cub everything he will need to know to survive before winter returns. Charcoal illustrations.Five to NineView book details
Andy and Sandy (series) Andy & Sandy’s Anything Adventure (978-1-4814-4157-5) When Andy Met Sandy (978-1-4814-4155-1)Tomie dePaola, with Jim LewisAndy and Sandy meet in the playground and become fast friends. Simple acrylic and colored pencil illustrations.Five to NineView book details
Come Over to My HouseDr. Seuss (Theodor Seuss Geisel)Clever rhymes explore different places in the world and invite children to play with the inhabitants. Cheerful new illustrations enhance this classic.Five to NineLexile Text Measure 480LATOS Book Level 2.5View book details
Confetti Kids (series) Lily’s New Home (978-1-62014-258-5) *Want to Play? (978-1-62014-259-2)Paula Yooto city life, and she makes new friends in the park. Mixed-media illustrations.Five to NineLexile Text Measure 420LATOS Book Level 2View book details
Get a Hit, Mo!David A. AdlerCan small Mo Jackson be a credit to his baseball team and finally get on base? Colorful illustrations.Five to NineLexile Text Measure 350LATOS Book Level 2.5View book details
Rafi and Rosi/Rafi y RosiLulu Delacre, illustrated by Lulu Delacre978-0-89239-377-0/978-0-89239-378-7 In English and Spanish versions of beginning readers, frog siblings Rafi and Rosi explore Puerto Rico in serial science-based adventures: magnets separating sand; bioluminescent bays; hermit crabs; and mangrove saplings. Expressive, cartoonlike illustrations and glossary.Five to NineView book details
Rafi and Rosi: Carnival!/Rafi y Rosi: ¡Carnaval!Lulu Delacre, illustrated by Lulu Delacre978-0-89239-379-4/9780-89239-380-0 In English and Spanish versions of beginning readers, Rafi, a tree frog (coqui), both misleads and rescues his little sister, Rosi, during Carnival in Ponce, Puerto Rico. Science activities and arts/crafts projects are incorporated. Expressive illustrations.Five to NineView book details
Vroom, Zoom, BudPatricia Lakin978-0-448-48833-2; 978-0-448-48832-5 (pbk) How can Bud resist a lovely mud puddle in the middle of a race? Colorful, digital illustrations.Five to NineLexile Text Measure BR170LATOS Book Level 0.6View book details
Zach and Lucy and the Museum of Natural WondersJennifer Bradbury, Stephanie GuerraA lively brother and sister team create an unusual museum in their city apartment building and win over a grumpy neighbor. Vibrant, cartoonlike illustrations.Five to NineView book details
Life without NicoAndrea MaturanaWhen Maia’s best friend moves away, she struggles to fill the hole he leaves. Mixed-media illustrations help depict physical and emotional growth.Five to NineView book details
Luis Paints the WorldTerry FarishTo keep his army-deployed older brother close at heart, Luis creates a mural capturing images of his Dominican family’s world in Lawrence, Massachusetts. Enchanting, colorful illustrations.Five to NineView book details
More-igamiDori KleberJoey loves things that fold, and in his quest to learn origami, he helps his neighbors. Delightful pencil-and gouache illustrations capture a diverse neighborhood.Five to NineView book details
Sam the Man & the Chicken PlanFrances O’Roark DowellWhen seven-year-old Sam finds a job, he masters its demands through diligence and ingenuity, making an unexpected friend in the bargain. Pencil drawings.Five to NineView book details
What Do You Do with a Problem?Kobi YamadaFaced with a problem, a young boy finally realizes that it presents him with an opportunity. Whimsical illustrations.Five to NineLexile Text Measure AD500LATOS Book Level 2.2View book details
Where Are You Going, Baby Lincoln? (Tales From Deckawoo Drive series)Kate DiCamilloBaby Lincoln departs on a “Necessary Journey” and discovers her true self. Humorous gouache illustrations.Five to NineLexile Text Measure 490LATOS Book Level 3.3View book details
88 InstrumentsChris BartonA little boy can’t decide which instrument to play. The key to the answer is in the title. Colorful, cartoon illustrations.Five to NineLexile Text Measure AD410LATOS Book Level 1.5View book details
ABC DreamKim Krans, illustrated by Kim KransFrom apples and ants to zebras and zinnias, animals, flowers, and decorative patterns represent each letter of the alphabet in a visually delightful display. Elegant ink and watercolor illustrations.Five to NineView book details
Finding WildMegan Wagner LloydUsing all their senses, two young city dwellers seek nature within and beyond their urban environment. Inviting, playful watercolor and colored-pencil illustrations.Five to NineView book details
Swap!Steve Light, illustrated by Steve LightA small pirate boy barters items to build a new ship and understands the arithmetic involved to collect what he needs. Black and white pen-and-ink drawings are contrasted with brightly colored gouache ones.Five to NineLexile Text Measure 280LATOS Book Level 2.2View book details
They All Saw a CatBrendan WenzelEveryone who sees the cat walk by views it differently. Mixed-media illustrations.Five to NineLexile Text Measure AD310LATOS Book Level 1.9View book details
Who We Are! : All about Being the Same and Being DifferentRobie H. HarrisA family spends a day noticing what’s the same and what’s different about people, including their skin color, eye shape, and hair. Colorful, cartoonlike illustrations.Five to NineView book details
Yaks Yak: Animal Word PairsLinda Sue ParkAnimals act out homographs, words with different meanings but the same spelling. Each is set in a comic two-page spread with definitions. Humorous watercolor and ink illustrations. Etymological notes.Five to NineView book details
Dear DragonJosh FunkPen pals George and Blaise exchange letters, writing about their interests. Then they meet, and each discovers who the other really is. Watercolor and black acrylic illustrations.Five to NineLexile Text Measure AD560LATOS Book Level 2.8View book details
Nobody Likes a GoblinBen Hatke, illustrated by Ben HatkeA tale of friendship cleverly twists bad guys into good guys. Flowing, full-color mixed-media illustrations add to the merry chase.Five to NineLexile Text Measure AD520LATOS Book Level 3.4View book details
Posy the Puppy (Dr. Kitty Cat series)Jane Clarke, illustrated by Jane ClarkeA cat doctor and her mouse assistant tend to patients with amusing medical problems. Illustrations mix photographs of animals with cartoon drawings.Five to NineView book details
ReturnAaron Becker, illustrated by Aaron BeckerIn this wordless book, a girl with a red crayon draws a door and steps into a magical kingdom under siege. Detailed, brilliant watercolor and pen and ink illustrations.Five to NineView book details
The Sleeping GypsyMordicai Gerstein, illustrated by Mordicai GersteinIn Henri Rousseau’s famous painting, a girl sleeps in the desert protected by a lion. How did this work of art come to be? Digitally augmented acrylic illustrations.Five to NineView book details
Teddy & Co.Cynthia VoigtIn a complex series of adventures, a disabled toy bear and his stuffed friends consider the world around them and each other’s characteristics. Black-and-white illustrations.Five to NineView book details
The TypewriterBill Thomson, illustrated by Bill ThomsonWhen three children find a mysterious typewriter, they discover the thrill of power and the imagination needed to survive. This wordless book contains dramatic, realistic, hand-painted illustrations.Five to NineView book details
Folk and Fairy Tales Beauty and the Beastillustrated by Kinuko Y. Craft, Mahlon F. CraftThis lyrical retelling of an old favorite is illustrated with exquisite paintings rendered in watercolor over oil on gesso.Five to NineView book details
The Cat from Hunger MountainEd Young, illustrated by Ed YoungA spoiled lord learns humility and appreciation through privation. Striking paper collage illustrations.Five to NineLexile Text Measure AD870LATOS Book Level 3.6View book details
From Wolf to Woof!: The Story of DogsHudson Talbott, illustrated by Hudson TalbottThis simple tale explains the relationship between humans and wolves that could have led to wolves’ development into dogs. Mixed-media illustrations.Five to NineView book details
Hare and TortoiseAlison MurrayCarrots lead to hare’s downfall in this humorous retelling of the Aesop fable. Colorful digital illustrations.Five to NineLexile Text Measure AD470LATOS Book Level 2.5View book details
The Princess and the Warrior: A Tale of Two VolcanoesDuncan TonatiuhThe legend of Popocatépetl and Iztaccíhuatl, the two majestic volcanoes that overlook Mexico City, is retold and enhanced with rich, Aztec-style mixed-media collages. Back matter, glossary, and bibliography.Five to NineLexile Text Measure 770LATOS Book Level 4.3View book details
The StorytellerEvan TurkA boy and a storyteller save a Moroccan village threatened by a mysterious djinn arising from the Sahara. Stunning mixed-media illustrations. Back matter.Five to NineLexile Text Measure AD870LATOS Book Level 4.9View book details
Those That Cause FearNeil ChristopherFrightening monsters from Inuit folklore are introduced through full-page, mixed-media illustrations by an Inuit artist.Five to NineView book details
Freedom in Congo SquareCarole Boston WeatherfordSlaves, congregating in New Orleans on their Sundays off, are movingly depicted through poetry and paintings. Colorful, folk art illustrations.Five to NineLexile Text Measure AD600LATOS Book Level 5.4View book details
Lift Your Light a Little Higher: The Story of Stephen Bishop: Slave-ExplorerHeather HensonFrom around 1838 to 1857, an enslaved man was a proud and expert guide at Kentucky’s Mammoth Cave. Dramatic watercolors and collages.Five to NineView book details
The Marvelous Thing That Came from a Spring: The Accidental Invention of the Toy That Swept the NationGilbert Ford, illustrated by Gilbert FordThe story of the Slinky, from its invention to its becoming an iconic post-World War II toy, is depicted through retro-style photographed dioramas. Back matter.Five to NineView book details
The Quickest Kid in ClarksvillePat Zietlow MillerDuring the 1960s in Wilma Rudolphs’s hometown, Charmaine and Alta each considers herself the fastest runner. Can the two rivals become friends before the Olympic medalist’s victory parade begins? Appealing watercolors.Five to NineLexile Text Measure 490LATOS Book Level 3.3View book details
The Sound of All ThingsMyron UhlbergWith a librarian’s help, a hearing boy finds a way to describe sounds to his deaf father. Beautiful, realistic gouache and acrylic illustrations.Five to NineView book details
Steamboat SchoolDeborah HopkinsonIn 1847 in Missouri, a boy assisted crusader Reverend John Berry Meachum in an ingenious plan to defy a law denying education to African Americans. Evocative, crosshatched illustration.Five to NineLexile Text Measure AD660LATOS Book Level 4.2View book details
The White Cat and the Monk: A Retelling of the Poem “Pangur Bán”Jo Ellen BogartThis is a retelling of a classic Old Irish poem written a thousand years ago by a monk who shared his cell with a cat. Ink and watercolors with hints of illuminated manuscripts.Five to NineView book details
Ada Twist, ScientistAndrea BeatyBudding scientist Ada uses her ingenuity and enlists her sometimes supportive family to discover, by trial and error, the source of a noxious smell. Mixed-media illustrations.Five to NineLexile Text Measure AD550LATOS Book Level 3.4View book details
Also an OctopusMaggie Tokuda-HallWith the help of his friends and the reader, an eight- tentacled character creates a story. Colorful digital illustrations.Five to NineLexile Text Measure 401LATOS Book Level 2.8View book details
Bob the ArtistMarion Deuchars, illustrated by Marion DeucharsA bird, teased for his skinny legs, tries to change his body and then embraces his inner artist. Joyful art and fine design.Five to NineView book details
Dog RulesJef Czekaj, illustrated by Jef CzekajTwo canines are tricked into raising a baby bird as if it were a puppy. Humorous, cartoon-style illustrations.Five to NineView book details
Ferocious Fluffity: A Mighty Bite-y Class Pet!Erica S. PerlAn adorable hamster who turns out to be ferocious teaches class 2-D something about keeping class pets. Catchy rhyming text and humorous illustrations.Five to NineView book details
Grimelda: The Very Messy WitchDiana MurrayWhen she can’t find the essential ingredient for pickle pie, Grimelda is forced to take drastic measures. Cleverly written text and magical digital illustrations.Five to NineView book details
HippopotamisterJohn Patrick Green, colored by Cat Caro, illustrated by John Patrick Green, colored by Cat CaroTired of their run-down zoo, Red Panda and Hippo try different jobs while living among humans. Drawing instructions included. Graphite and digitally colored illustrations.Five to NineLexile Text Measure IG540LATOS Book Level 2.8View book details
A Hungry Lion, or a Dwindling Assortment of AnimalsLucy Ruth CumminsThirteen animal characters keep disappearing in this hilarious twisted tale that offers many surprises. Sketchy illustrations in gouache, graphite, and colored pencil.Five to NineLexile Text Measure AD720LATOS Book Level 2.6View book details
The King of KazooNorm Feuti, illustrated by Norm FeutiWhen a strange tunnel appears on Mount Kazoo, the king and his daughter set out to investigate. Funny graphics.Five to NineLexile Text Measure 240LATOS Book Level 2View book details
Mango & Bambang: The Not-a-PigPolly FaberMango Allsorts, who does most everything well, befriends a wayward tapir in the middle of a big and busy city. Engaging illustrations.Five to NineView book details
Mouse Scouts (series) Make a Difference (978-0-385-75603-7) Mouse Scouts (978-0-385-75599-3)Sarah Dillard, illustrated by Sarah DillardMouse Scouts feverishly try to earn their merit badges by competing in community projects. Humorous pen-and-ink illustrations.Five to NineView book details
My Dad at the ZooCoralie SaudoIn a story of father/son role reversal, Dad acts like a difficult child. Zany, muted mixed-media illustrations.Five to NineView book details
My Favorite Pets:Gus W. for Ms. Smolinski’s Class by Jeanne BirdsallGus’s school report on sheep reveals far more than sheep facts. Colorful watercolor and ink illustrations capture his hilarious misdeeds.Five to NineView book details
Never Insult a Killer Zucchini!Elana Azose, Brandom AmancioA green squash exacts revenge on an unsuspecting science fair judge. Hilarious mixed-media illustrations.Five to NineView book details
Ninja! : Attack of the ClanArree Chung, illustrated by Arree ChungMaxwell seeks a worthy opponent to play with, but his family is too busy. The surprise ending is reassuring with joy and family fun. Playful graphics.Five to NineLexile Text Measure 290LATOS Book Level 1.2View book details
Penguin ProblemsJory JohnWhen a young penguin wakes up in a really bad mood, it takes a wise old walrus to set him straight. Or does he? Intriguing, tri-colored illustrations.Five to NineLexile Text Measure 500LATOS Book Level 2View book details
Rudas: Niño’s Horrendous HermanitasYuyi MoralesNo opponent is too big a challenge for the cunning skills of Las Hermanitas, lucha queens—not even their big brother Niño. Dramatic illustrations.Five to NineView book details
The Tale of Kitty-in-BootsBeatrix PotterA well-bred kitty takes to poaching with disastrous results. Colorful illustrations. Includes CD with story read by Helen Mirren.Five to NineView book details
The Thank You BookMo Willems, illustrated by Mo WillemsWhen Piggie decides she is going to thank everyone important to her, Gerald is afraid she will forget someone. Simple, subtly colored illustrations.Five to NineLexile Text Measure 330LATOS Book Level 1.4View book details
Armstrong: The Adventurous Journey of a Mouse to the MoonTorben KuhlmannOne mouse’s ambition to journey to the moon is presented with stunningly detailed, period-evoking artwork. Includes a brief history of human space travel.Five to NineView book details
March of the Mini Beasts (The Data Set series)Ada HopperWhen three resourceful second graders meet up with a “secret” scientist, his experiments produce unexpected results. Black-and-white illustrations.Five to NineView book details
Today All Aboard for the Bobo RoadStephen DaviesFatima and Galo travel with their father as he drives his minibus along the Bobo Road, picking up diverse passengers and their luggage. Colorful, energetic illustrations.Five to NineView book details
Before MorningJoyce SidmanAfter a snowstorm blankets a town, a working mother and her daughter enjoy its quiet beauty and their time together. Beautiful scratchboard art.Five to NineLexile Text Measure 370LATOS Book Level 2.6View book details
Blue PenguinPetr Horáĉek, illustrated by Petr HoráĉekA blue penguin, rejected by the other penguins, begins singing a beautiful song, attracting a friend and finding acceptance. Vivid, layered, color illustrations.Five to NineView book details
Brave Like MeBarbara KerleyA photo-essay explores the various feelings and emotions of children when a parent is away in the military. Full-color photographs.Five to NineView book details
Cricket SongAnne Hunter, illustrated by Anne HunterLyrical prose describes the sounds of the night as children on different shores drift off to sleep. Realistic full-page watercolor and ink illustrations.Five to NineView book details
Daniel Finds a PoemMicha ArcherA little boy’s animal friends help him discover the poetry to be found in nature. Vibrant oil and collage illustrations.Five to NineLexile Text Measure AD560LATOS Book Level 2.8View book details
The Dead BirdMargaret Wise BrownWhen a group of friends find a bird that has just died, they decide to bury it in the woods. Folk-art style paintings.Five to NineLexile Text Measure 491LATOS Book Level 3.3View book details
Don’t Call Me GrandmaVaunda Micheaux NelsonGreat-grandmother is fancy and fussy, but her great- granddaughter loves being with her, sharing lipsticks, and hearing her memories of racism. Colorful collage art.Five to NineView book details
Emma and Julia Love BalletBarbara McClintockDuring one busy day, an African American ballerina prepares for an evening performance that is attended by a young White ballet student. Detailed ink, gouache, and watercolor illustrations.Five to NineLexile Text Measure AD480LATOS Book Level 2.7View book details
A Family Is a Family Is a FamilySara O’LearyWhen a teacher asks her class what makes their family special, the answers are all different in many ways. Whimsical ink and digitally painted illustrations.Five to NineLexile Text Measure AD500LATOS Book Level 3.3View book details
Follow the Moon Home: A Tale of One Idea, Twenty Kids, and a Hundred Sea TurtlesPhilippe Cousteau, Deborah HopkinsonVivienne and Clementine come up with a community project to ensure that hatchling turtles follow the moonlight toward the ocean. Muted, multicolored illustrations.Five to NineView book details
The Great SpruceJohn DuvallWhen his grandfather’s tree is chosen to be cut down for the city’s Christmas holidays, Alec is heartbroken. How can he save it? Subtle acrylic ink and color pencil illustrations.Five to NineLexile Text Measure NC790LATOS Book Level 4.3View book details
A Hat for Mrs. Goldman: A Story about Knitting and LoveMichelle EdwardsWhen young Sophia notices that her friend Mrs. Goldman knits hats for everyone except herself, she decides to knit her one as a surprise. Soft mixed-media illustrations.Five to NineATOS Book Level 2.7AR Interest Level Lower Grades (LG K-3)View book details
Home at LastVera B. WilliamsAlthough his two adoptive dads love him, Lester is having trouble adjusting to his new life. Can Wincka, the dog, help? Expressive watercolor illustrations.Five to NineView book details
Ida, AlwaysCaron LevisPolar bears Gus and Ida played together every day at the zoo. When Ida gets sick and dies, Gus grieves the loss of his friend. Soft, expressive digital illustrations.Five to NineView book details
The Infamous RatsosKara LaReauLouie and Ralphie want to be tough like their dad, but are they? Detailed pen and ink drawings complement this funny, realistic tale.Five to NineLexile Text Measure 580LATOS Book Level 3.5View book details
Introducing Teddy: A Gentle Story about Gender and FriendshipJessica WaltonErrol and Thomas, his teddy bear, are best friends, but Thomas fears their friendship will end if she reveals she is a girl teddy. Colored pencil drawings.Five to NineView book details
Isaac and HIs Amazing Asperger Superpowers!Melanie Walsh, illustrated by Melanie WalshA young boy happily describes the Asperger “superpowers” that make him different from his classmates. Large, bold acrylic illustrations.Five to NineView book details
Jack’s WorrySam Zuppardi, illustrated by Sam ZuppardiCan a boy conquer his growing anxiety as he gets ready to perform his trumpet part at his first concert? Acrylic paint and pencil illustrations.Five to NineView book details
The JourneyFrancesca SannaComforted by his mother’s indomitable spirit, a young boy shares the anguish and perils of fleeing his war-torn home. Somber, understated illustrations.Five to NineLexile Text Measure AD630LATOS Book Level 3.2View book details
Look Up!Jung Jin-Ho, illustrated by Jung Jin-Ho, Mi Hyun KimA girl in a wheelchair looks down at the street from a balcony. Everything changes when a boy looks up. Black-and-white illustrations with splashes of color.Five to NineView book details
Louise and Andie: The Art of FriendshipKelly Light, illustrated by Kelly LightLouise and her new friend Andie love art, but artistic differences and hurt feelings may end their friendship. Whimsical colored pencil and digital illustrations.Five to NineView book details
Malaika’s CostumeNadia L. HohnLacking money, a Caribbean girl, with her grandmother’s help, uses her ingenuity to create a costume for the Kiddie Carnival Parade. Brightly patterned, folk-art style illustrations.Five to NineView book details
Mamá the Alien/Mamá la extraterrestreRené Colato Laínez, illustrated by Laura Lacámara, René Colato LaínezA young girl discovers her mother is an alien—or is she? Acrylic and collage illustrations.Five to NineView book details
Melena’s Jubilee: The Story of a Fresh StartZetta ElliottAfter a particularly disappointing day, Melena determines to start fresh, be better, and hold on to joy. Watercolor and collage illustrations. Back matter.Five to NineView book details
Mission: Back to SchoolSusan HoodThe first day of school is presented as a secret agent’s mission. Watercolor illustrations.Five to NineView book details
My Life in Pictures (Bea Garcia series)Deborah Zemke, illustrated by Deborah ZemkeWhen Bea’s neighbor and best friend moves away, Bea’s drawings help her cope with a pesky brother and a monstrous new neighbor. Detailed line drawings.Five to NineView book details
The Night GardenerTerry FanA mysterious man turns the trees on Grimloch Lane into amusing topiaries, bringing happiness and wonder to its residents. Graphite and digitally colored illustrations.Five to NineLexile Text Measure AD570LATOS Book Level 2.7View book details
One of a Kind, Like Me/Único como yoLaurin MayenoDanny wants to go to his school costume parade as a princess, but time is running out to find the perfect dress. Muted watercolors.Five to NineView book details
Pablo Finds a TreasureAndrée PoulinPablo’s cleverness prevails as he and his sister battle thugs while scavenging at a dump in order to survive. Evocative chalk illustrations.Five to NineView book details
A Piece of HomeJeri WattsAfter moving from Korea to West Virginia, a boy and his family struggle to adjust to an unfamiliar world while maintaining their cultural identity. Expressive watercolors.Five to NineLexile Text Measure AD650LATOS Book Level 3.6View book details
Stepping Stones: A Refugee Family’s JourneyMargriet RuursA young girl and her family flee their war-torn village to seek a new home. Illustrated with photographs of exquisite stone artwork. Bilingual (English and Arabic).Five to NineView book details
The Story Circle/El círculo de cuentosDiane Gonzales BertrandA storm forces school to close and destroys its books, but led by their teacher, the children use their imaginations to create their own stories. Colorful mixed-media illustrations.Five to NineView book details
A Surprise for Teresita/Una sorpresa para TeresitaVirginia Sánchez-KorrolIt’s a special day, but when will Uncle Ramón arrive with the promised birthday present? Rich, realistic illustrations.Five to NineView book details
Tell Me a Tattoo StoryAlison McGheeA dad’s tattoos help him recount his life to his young son. Soft watercolors enhance this tender story.Five to NineLexile Text Measure 157LATOS Book Level 1.5View book details
This Is My DollhouseGiselle Potter, illustrated by Giselle PotterWhich dollhouse will two girls play with—the handmade one or the store-bought one? Colorful illustrations. Dollhouse construction directions included.Five to NineLexile Text Measure AD560LATOS Book Level 3.3View book details
The Uncorker of Ocean BottlesMichelle CuevasA messenger searches unsuccessfully for the unnamed recipient of an invitation to a party and discovers a surprise. The lyrical text is complemented by woodblock, oil pastel, and pencil illustrations.Five to NineLexile Text Measure AD760LATOS Book Level 3.9View book details
Weekends with Max and His DadLinda Urban59817-1 Third grader Max has humorous neighborhood adventures while staying with his recently divorced father in his new apartment. Amusing black-and-white illustrations.Five to NineLexile Text Measure 630LATOS Book Level 4.1View book details
When We Were AloneDavid A. RobertsonA child asks her grandmother why she wears bright colors, has a long braid, and speaks Cree. Delicate collages vividly render a wide range of emotions.Five to NineLexile Text Measure 600LATOS Book Level 3.9View book details
The Alligator’s Smile and Other PoemsJane Yolen, photographed by Jason StempleDiscover many facts about this familiar reptile through 13 poems paired with additional scientific information. Large, color photographs and back matter.Five to NineView book details
Slickety Quick: Poems about SharksSkila BrownA variety of poetry forms and colorful digital illustrations bring fourteen kinds of sharks vividly to life.Five to NineView book details
We Came to AmericaFaith Ringgold, illustrated by Faith RinggoldBold, glorious color illustrations celebrate a patchwork quilt of Americans, from its indigenous people to those who were brought in chains and those who came freely.Five to NineLexile Text Measure AD430LATOS Book Level 2.9View book details
Wet Cement: A Mix of Concrete PoemsBob RaczkaIn these 31 concrete poems, words hop and pop, jump and bump, and twist and turn as they form the shape of what they are describing.Five to NineLexile Text Measure 580LATOS Book Level 3.8View book details
When Green Becomes Tomatoes: Poems for All SeasonsJulie FoglianoA diverse group of children, depicted in gouache and pen and ink illustrations, record their joyful interaction with the seasons. Free verse and haiku expressed in a diary format.Five to NineLexile Text Measure 769LATOS Book Level 4.9View book details
INFORMATION BOOKS Apples and RobinsLucie Félix, illustrated by Lucie FélixAs you turn the die-cut pages, forms and color transform shapes—a circle into an apple, an oval into a bird—in this tale of winter into spring. Bold, colorful illustrations.Five to NineView book details
Ballerina Gets ReadyAllegra KentLyrical watercolor and ink illustrations dance across the pages following a ballerina’s daily schedule as she moves from practice to rehearsal to performance.Five to NineView book details
Making Books with Kids: 25 Paper Projects to Fold, Sew, Paste, Pop, and DrawEsther K. SmithClear step-by-step instructions accompanied by eye- popping typography and illustrations stimulate children’s creativity, thinking, and language. Projects use a variety of readily accessible materials and tools.Five to NineView book details
The Music in George’s Head: George Gershwin Creates Rhapsody in BlueSuzanne SladeIn 1920s New York City, sounds syncopate, swirl, and swing into the creation of a classic composition. Blue- toned acrylic paintings evoke the period. Back matter.Five to NineView book details
Radiant Child: The Story of Young Artist Jean-Michel BasquiatJavaka SteptoeA Haitian-Puerto Rican boy from Brooklyn achieves fame with his unique style of artwork. Brilliantly colored paintings on wood evoke his style. Back matterFive to NineLexile Text Measure 1050LATOS Book Level 4.7View book details
Rainbow Weaver/Tejedora del arcoírisLinda Elovitz MarshallIxchel yearns to follow the tradition of her ancestors, but thread is scarce until she repurposes something littering her village. Mixed-media illustrations.Five to NineView book details
Roy’s HouseSusan Goldman RubinVisit Roy Lichtenstein’s house for an exciting visual tour of his artistic creations, brilliantly reproduced. Includes notes on the artist and his paintings.Five to NineView book details
Swatch: The Girl Who Loved ColorJulia Denos, illustrated by Julia DenosSwatch loves all colors, but misguidedly tries to capture them. Yellowest yellow helps her see that colors are wild. Exuberant mixed-media illustrations.Five to NineView book details
Antsy Ansel: Ansel Adams, A Life in NatureCindy Jenson-ElliottFree to explore the outdoors, a hyperactive boy released from conventional schooling becomes a renowned nature photographer. Illustrated in a traditional and digital mix that includes photo images. References.Five to NineView book details
Crossing Niagara: The Death-Defying Tightrope Adventures of the Great BlondinMatt Tavares, illustrated by Matt TavaresIn 1859 a French tightrope walker traveled to America to attempt what no one had yet dared. Watercolor, pencil, and gouache illustrations.Five to NineView book details
The Darkest DarkChris Hadfield, Kate FillionIt’s 1969, astronauts are on the moon, and Chris sees how dark space is. Can he overcome his fear of it to become an astronaut too? Evocative ink, graphite, and digitally colored illustrations.Five to NineView book details
Dorothea’s Eyes: Dorothea Lange Photographs the TruthBarb RosenstockAlthough she was a woman in a man’s profession and lived with polio, Dorothea Lange memorably captured the faces of the Great Depression. Acrylic paintings, photographs, and back matter.Five to NineView book details
Dr. Seuss: The Great DoodlerKate KlimoThe boy who wrote stories and drew animals grew up to become a favorite of children everywhere. Colorful illustrations, some by Dr. Seuss.Five to NineLexile Text Measure 660LATOS Book Level 3.7View book details
Fearless Flyer: Ruth Law and Her Flying MachineHeather LongIn 1916, when aviation was in its infancy, the daring aviatrix took off on an impossible cross-country flight. Distinctive pencil drawings. Detailed sources.Five to NineView book details
I Dissent: Ruth Bader Ginsburg Makes Her MarkDebbie LevyRuth Bader Ginsburg spent her life dissenting from conventional wisdom but was smart enough to convince others to join her when she became a US Supreme Court justice. Expressive mixed-media illustrations. Bibliography,Five to NineView book details
Just a Lucky So and So: The Story of Louis ArmstrongLesa Cline-RansomeFrom his childhood in New Orleans to his later years in Chicago and around the world, Armstrong thrilled audiences with his extraordinary cornet and trumpet performances. Lively watercolors. End notes.Five to NineView book details
Miss Mary Reporting: The True Story of Sportswriter Mary GarberSue MacyIn the 1940s the first female sports journalist faced many challenges but ultimately earned recognition and respect. Mixed-media illustrations with caricaturelike figures. Well documented.Five to NineView book details
Mountain Chef: How One Man Lost His Groceries, Changed His Plans, and Helped Cook Up the National Park ServiceAnnette Bay PimentelIn 1918, to entice 30 lawmakers to support national parks, Tie Sing, a Chinese trail cook, was hired to accompany them on a camping trip. Evocative pencil and watercolor illustrations. Well referenced.Five to NineView book details
My Night in the Planetarium: A True Story about a Child, a Play, and the Art of Resistance.Innosanto Nagara, illustrated by Innosanto NagaraAware of Indonesian history, Innosanto hides in a planetarium when authorities try to arrest his father for protesting. Realistic, full-color illustrations.Five to NineView book details
The Secret SubwayShana Corey, illustrated by Red Nose StudioIn 1870, against all odds, Alfred Ely Beach created a fan- powered underground train to solve traffic problems in New York City. Extraordinary mixed-media illustrations. Bibliography and author’s note.Five to NineLexile Text Measure AD810LATOS Book Level 4.3View book details
Six Dots: A Story of Young Louis BrailleJen BryantA blind child’s world-changing invention of an alphabet enabling him to read is described in a first-person narrative. Mixed-media illustrations mirror the text. References. Braille alphabet endpapers.Five to NineView book details
Waiting for the Biblioburro/Esperando el biblioburroMonica BrownAna loves stories, but in her small village there are few books—until the man with the traveling library arrives. Bilingual. Mixed-media illustrations.Five to NineLexile Text Measure AD560LATOS Book Level 3.7View book details
The William Hoy Story: How a Deaf Baseball Player Changed the GameNancy ChurninBecause he couldn’t hear the umpires’ calls, a legendary deaf ball player devised a series of hand signals and changes baseball forever. Bright, cartoonlike illustrations.Five to NineView book details
You Never Heard of Casey Stengel?!Jonah WinterHow did a mediocre “goofball” baseball player become possibly the greatest manager in baseball history? Playful watercolors.Five to NineView book details
Margarito’s Forest/El bosque de Don MargaritoAndy CarterThe history of Margarito’s family teaches the importance of caring for the land and preserving the traditions of the Mayan culture. Bilingual. Full-page color illustrations.Five to NineView book details
The Polar BearJenni Desmond, illustrated by Jenni DesmondEvocative painted and collage illustrations help convey a myriad of fascinating facts about this great white bear.Five to NineLexile Text Measure AD1100LATOS Book Level 5.2View book details
Health The Great Big Body BookMary HoffmanWatercolor cartoons and a cat add to the fun in this inclusive and humorous look at bodies, birth, gender, aging, genetics, and even death and dreams.Five to NineView book details
Our Food: A Healthy Serving of Science and PoemsGrace Lin, Ranida T. McKneallyLearn how eating fruits, vegetables, grains, and protein foods keeps you healthy. Haiku and prose. Cheerful, colorful acrylics.Five to NineView book details
STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) Absolutely One Thing: Featuring Charlie and LolaLauren Child, illustrated by Lauren ChildLola and her big brother discuss many numerical concepts when Mom takes them to the store for a treat. Lots of math and whimsical line drawings.Five to NineLexile Text Measure AD520LATOS Book Level 2.9View book details
Ada Lovelace: Poet of Science: The First Computer ProgrammerDiane Stanley, illustrated by Jessie HartlandIt was rare for a woman in the 19th century to practice mathematics, but Ada Lovelace was a pioneer in coding number sequences. Humorous animated illustrations. References.Five to NineLexile Text Measure 810LATOS Book Level 5View book details
A Beetle Is ShyDianna Hutts Aston, illustrated by Sylvia LongThe variety, beauty, and unique characteristics of this diverse group of insects are explained in simple, poetic language. Finely detailed watercolor illustrations.Five to NineLexile Text Measure NC1070LATOS Book Level 5.3View book details
Build, Beaver, Build!: Life at the Longest Beaver DamSandra MarkleDuring its first year, a kit learns the ways of beaver life as it interacts with its natural habitat. Lush, rich paintings.Five to NineView book details
Cecil’s Pride: The True Story of a Lion KingCraig Hatkoff, Juliana Hatkoff, Isabella Hatkoff, photographed by Brent StapelkampStunning photographs illuminate the family life of the lion whose death in Africa became a sensation. Clear explanation of the animal science and conservation efforts.Five to NineView book details
Coyote MoonMaria GianferrariA coyote mother feeds her young by hunting in a suburban environment at night. Dynamic, realistic illustrations. Facts and further reading.Five to NineLexile Text Measure 810LATOS Book Level 2.4View book details
Every Breath We Take: A Book about AirMaya Ajmera, Dominique Browning, foreword by Julianne MooreColor photographs highlight the importance of keeping the air clean for all living things.Five to NineView book details
Fabulous FrogsMartin JenkinsLearn about the huge goliath frog, the pointy-nosed Darwin’s frog, and many more members of this diverse group of amphibians. Colorful mixed-media illustrations and simple text detail the characteristics of a wide variety of these amphibians.Five to NineLexile Text Measure AD520LATOS Book Level 3.4View book details
Flying Frogs and Walking Fish: Leaping Lemurs, Tumbling Toads, Jet-Propelled Jellyfish, and More Surprising Ways That Animals MoveSteve Jenkins, Robin PageAn octopus walks, a lizard leaps, a snake flies, a spider rolls, and creatures swim by jet propulsion. Colorful cut- paper collage illustrations. Notes and back matter.Five to NineLexile Text Measure 900LATOS Book Level 4.7View book details
Giant SquidCandace Fleming, illustrated by Eric RohmannThe mysterious world of a rarely seen sea creature is revealed in spell-binding words and brilliant dark-toned paintings. Diagram and back matter.Five to NineLexile Text Measure 990LATOS Book Level 3.2View book details
GiraffesJennifer DusslingDiscover the amazing facts about the tallest animals in the world, including their huge tongue, their unique markings, and their defenses. Photographs.Five to NineView book details
Glow: Animals with Their Own Night-LightsW. H. BeckBioluminous animals are stunningly depicted on black paper, glowing on land and in water. Back pages include more information about each creature.Five to NineView book details
Green City: How One Community Survived a Tornado and Rebuilt for a Sustainable FutureAllan Drummond, illustrated by Allan DrummondDevastated by a tornado, residents of a small town in Kansas rebuild using green technology. Attractive watercolors. Author’s notes, source notes, and “Tips for Going Green.”Five to NineView book details
Journey: Based on the True Story of OR7: The Most Famous Wolf in the WestEmma Bland SmithThe true story of a wolf’s trek from Oregon to California is interwoven with a fictionalized account of a girl determined to keep him safe. Realistic illustrations.Five to NineView book details
Octopus Escapes Again!Laurie Ellen Angus, illustrated by Laurie Ellen AngusWhile searching for food, a hungry mollusk encounters hazards and opportunities and displays numerous defensive abilities. Rich collages.Five to NineLexile Text Measure AD650LATOS Book Level 4.2View book details
On the Farm, At the MarketG. Brian Karas, illustrated by G. Brian KarasFarmers pick vegetables, make cheeses, and gather eggs to sell at a community farmers’ market. Gouache and acrylic illustrations.Five to NineLexile Text Measure 511LATOS Book Level 3.4View book details
Otters Love to PlayJonathan LondonThroughout the seasons and various stages of their lives, river otters play and learn. Watercolor illustrations.Five to NineView book details
Pink Is for Blobfish: Discovering the World’s Perfectly Pink AnimalsJess KeatingLearn about the naked mole rat, the roseate spoonbill, and other creatures with pink coloring. Vibrant photographs and humorous illustrations. Includes glossary and additional resources.Five to NineView book details
Place ValueDavid A. AdlerCartoon monkeys emphasize the importance of numbers and digits as they bake a giant banana cupcake. Replete with tables and colorful illustrations.Five to NineLexile Text Measure AD550LATOS Book Level 3.6View book details
PlatypusSue Whiting, illustrated by Mark JacksonAtmospheric mixed-media illustrations help convey a day in the life of a most unusual mammal.Five to NineView book details
PondJim LaMarche, illustrated by Jim LaMarcheThree children work to convert a brook, filled with years of trash, into a pond enjoyed by wildlife. Soft acrylics, colored pencil, and opaque ink illustrations.Five to NineView book details
The Real Poop on Pigeons!Kevin McCloskey, illustrated by Kevin McCloskeyLearn about the variety of pigeons, their role as mail carriers, and the Picasso’s respect for them. Engaging acrylic and gouache illustrations.Five to NineView book details
ToothTooth: Comparing Fangs, Tusks, Chompers by Sara LevineEngaging information about the teeth of various mammals is presented with colorful, humorous illustrations of children with different kinds of animal teeth.Five to NineView book details
Toshi’s Little TreasuresNadine RobertToshi and his grandmother explore six of their favorite places, gathering found objects and learning about them. Activities connect each object to its match. Vivid, explanatory illustrations.Five to NineView book details
When the Sun Shines on Antarctica: And Other Poems about the Frozen ContinentIrene LathamMeet the creatures that live and breed in an unusual frozen environment. Lively illustrations and scientific notes.Five to NineView book details
Whoosh!: Lonnie Johnson’s Super-Soaking Stream of InventionsChris Barton, illustrated by Don TateAn innovative engineer unexpectedly invented the Super Soaker, which became one of the most popular toys of all time. Mixed-media illustrations.Five to NineView book details
Ada’s Violin: The Story of the Recycled Orchestra of ParaguaySusan HoodAda grows up hopeless in a garbage-dump town until she learns how to play a violin made of debris and joins an orchestra. Mixed-media illustrations. Also available in Spanish.Five to NineView book details
The Airport BookLisa Brown, illustrated by Lisa BrownPacked suitcases, long lines, and little sister’s missing toy are all part of a child’s-eye view of airplane travel. Nuanced, humorous illustrations.Five to NineView book details
Little Kids First Big Book of How (National Geographic Little Kids First Big Books series)Jill EsbaumA child-friendly format helps young readers discover many facts about their everyday world through questions and answers. References, parental tips, photographs.Five to NineView book detailsNine to Twelve
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Forest of Wonders (Wing & Claw series)Linda Sue ParkRaffa, a young apothecary, finds a mysterious vine with extraordinary healing powers, but then discovers it also has darker uses. Black-and-white spot illustrations.Nine to TwelveView book details
Friday Barnes, Girl Detective (Friday Barnes series)R. A. SprattUsing her unusual observation and reasoning skills, an 11-year-old solves numerous mysteries at her private school. Humorous black-and-white illustrations.Nine to TwelveView book details
Going Where It’s DarkPhyllis Reynolds NaylorWill 13-year-old Buck’s relationship with a grumpy old man help his stuttering and stop the bullies? Will his stubborn determination to explore caves all by himself land him in danger?Nine to TwelveView book details
Isabel Feeney, Star ReporterBeth FantaskeyIn 1920s Chicago, young Isabel sells newspapers but wants to be a journalist reporting crime stories like her idol star reporter. Will she get her wish?Nine to TwelveView book details
Manatee Rescue (Heroes of the Wild series)Nicola Davies, illustrated by Annabel WrightGrowing up stalking prey on the river with her father, Manuela believes killing a manatee would be exciting, but instead . . . Black-and-white illustrations.Nine to TwelveView book details
The Voyage to Magical North (Accidental Pirates series)Claire FayersTwelve-year-old Brine escapes servitude to land in the center of a pirate adventure, develop a friendship with a magician’s apprentice, and learn about her true self.Nine to TwelveView book details
Withering-by-SeaJudith Rossell, illustrated by Judith RossellIn Victorian England, murder, a nefarious professor, and a magical bottle turn Stella’s boring life with three eccentric aunts topsy-turvy. Black-and-white illustrations.Nine to TwelveLexile Text Measure 670LATOS Book Level 4.9View book details
Beautiful Blue WorldSuzanne LaFleurMathilde and Megs, 12, are best friends. With their country at war, the army is recruiting children. Mathilde is sure Megs will be selected and they’ll be separated forever.Nine to TwelveView book details
The Best ManRichard PeckArcher goes through grade school with a happy family, good friends, one bully, and a blossoming love between his uncle and a male substitute teacher.Nine to TwelveLexile Text Measure 540LATOS Book Level 4.1View book details
BookedKwame AlexanderMiddle schooler Nick contends with bullies, romantic feelings, and his parents’ impending divorce when all he wants to do is to play soccer. A novel in verse.Nine to TwelveView book details
The Land of Forgotten GirlsErin Entrada KellyAbandoned by their father and living with their abusive stepmother in Louisiana, Filipina sisters Sol, 12, and Ming, 6, find refuge in stories and friends.Nine to TwelveLexile Text Measure 640LATOS Book Level 4.3View book details
Making Friends with Billy WongAugusta ScattergoodIn this tale of poetry and prose Azalea, 11, befriends a Chinese American boy in 1950s Texas.Nine to TwelveView book details
Ms. Bixby’s Last DayJohn David AndersonThree oddball boys create a masterful plan to visit their beloved cancer-stricken teacher. In the process, each boy, with humor and dignity, overcomes personal obstacles.Nine to TwelveView book details
Nothing but TroubleJacqueline DaviesTwo new sixth-grade friends in small-town Pennsylvania embark on a wildly inventive series of hacking pranks to liven up their school and change its social order.Nine to TwelveWord Count 37955View book details
One Half from the EastNadia HashimiObayda, the youngest daughter of an Afghani family with no sons, is chosen to be a bacha posh and live as a boy, enjoying the attendant privileges. But for how long?Nine to TwelveLexile Text Measure 650LATOS Book Level 4.3View book details
Raymie NightingaleKate DiCamilloRaymie, ten, takes baton lessons, hoping her father will return if she wins the Little Miss Central Florida Tire competition, which results in unexpected friends and adventures.Nine to TwelveLexile Text Measure 550LATOS Book Level 3.6View book details
Save Me a SeatSarah Weeks, Gita VaradarajanWith warmth and humor, 5th graders Ravi, newly from India, and Joe, for whom “brain and noise” don’t mix, confront a bully and find friendship.Nine to TwelveLexile Text Measure 780LATOS Book Level 5View book details
The Secret Life of Lincoln JonesWendelin Van DraanenEleven-year-old Lincoln’s mom, escaping an abusive boyfriend, gets a job at a dementia facility. Lincoln, a born storyteller, grows to appreciate the patients’ humanity and writes about them with warmth and humor.Nine to TwelveView book details
Somewhere AmongAnnie Donwerth-ChikamatsuBinational Ema and her pregnant mom move to Japan, but Ema misses her life in the United States. Then the Twin Towers fall. A novel in verse.Nine to TwelveLexile Text Measure 840LATOS Book Level 5.2View book details
Write This DownClaudia MillsJust when 12-year-old Autumn’s social and family lives take unexpected, unsettling turns, her journalism teacher assigns a personal essay. What will she write?Nine to TwelveView book details
Zoe in WonderlandBrenda WoodsWorking in her father’s plant shop, 11-year-old Zoe discovers the magic of science and her own untapped potential.Nine to TwelveLexile Text Measure 710LATOS Book Level 4.5View book details
The Birth of Kitaro (Shigeru Mizuki’s Kitaro series)Shigeru Mizuki, illustrated by Shigeru Mizuki, Zack DavissonIn this English translation of one of Japan’s canonical comic books, Kitaro is a yōkai boy from another realm who combats ghosts and spirits. Pen and ink illustrations.Nine to TwelveView book details
The Cat Who Came In Off the RoofAnnie M. G. SchmidtTibble, a newspaper reporter who’s about to be fired for filing too many stories about cats, is aided by Minou, a strange lady with feline tendencies.Nine to TwelveView book details
The Charmed Children of Rookskill CastleJanet FoxAs London is bombed in 1940, three siblings escape to a relative’s castle in Scotland, where they land in danger—body and soul.Nine to TwelveView book details
The DoorKatherine MarshTwelve-year-old Mary leaves a dreadful orphanage for a new home, but her mysterious adoptive mother turns out to have terrifying magical powers. Detailed black- and-white ink wash illustrations.Nine to TwelveView book details
The Firefly CodeMegan Frazer BlakemoreMori and her friends sense something different about Ilana, who has just moved into the utopian village of Old Harmonie. Is she human?Nine to TwelveWord Count 73397View book details
The First Last DayDorian CirroneAfter Haleigh, 11, wishes her perfect summer day wouldn’t end, her wish comes true. Will she be stuck in time forever?Nine to TwelveLexile Text Measure 620LATOS Book Level 4.4View book details
Grayling’s SongKaren CushmanA girl with no gift of magic fights the evil forces that are attacking witches and wizards of her kingdom.Nine to TwelveView book details
The Key to ExtraordinaryNatalie LloydEleven-year-old Emma’s ancestors learned their unique destinies through special dreams, but Emma’s dream is confusing, making her destiny frustratingly vague.Nine to TwelveLexile Text Measure 670LATOS Book Level 4.7View book details
Knights of the Borrowed Dark (Knights of the Borrowed Dark series)Dave RuddenDenizen, 12, is an orphan and realist, until an “unknown aunt” comes to claim him, and they are instantly beset by a stone mountain creature.Nine to TwelveView book details
The Night ParadeKathryn TanquaryTokyoite Saki, 12, is unhappy spending the summer in the country with her grandmother. She accidentally unleashes a curse during the Festival of the Dead. How can she undo it?Nine to TwelveLexile Text Measure 760LATOS Book Level 5.3View book details
Not As We Know ItTom AveryTwins Jamie and Ned, inseparable companions despite Ned’s serious illness, find an unidentifiable creature by the shore and bring it home. Why has it come?Nine to TwelveView book details
Ollie’s OdysseyWilliam Joyce, illustrated by William JoyceAn army of unloved toys abduct Billy’s favorite toy, leading to an “A-venture” filled with heroic battles. Full- page golden-toned color illustrations.Nine to TwelveView book details
The Peculiar Night of the Blue HeartLauren DeStefanoMarybeth and Lionel, a pair of unlikely friends at the orphanage, discover a mysterious blue light that seems to be asking for their help. For what? Black-and-white spot art.Nine to TwelveView book details
The Remarkable Journey of Charlie PriceJennifer MaschariCharlie’s little sister, Imogen, who wishes to be with their recently deceased mother, begins disappearing from family photos. Is she disappearing in real life?Nine to TwelveView book details
The Tale of a No-Name SquirrelRadhika R. DhariwalAn enslaved orphan squirrel is provoked into finding Brittle’s Key, which will help win his freedom and unlock the mystery of his origins. Charcoal illustrations.Nine to TwelveView book details
When the Sea Turned to SilverGrace LinWhen her grandmother, the Storyteller, is kidnapped by the Tiger Emperor, Pinmei and her friend Yishan are determined to find her. Colorful detailed illustrations.Nine to TwelveLexile Text Measure 750LATOS Book Level 4.8View book details
The Wild RobotPeter BrownRoz, a robot, finds herself alone on a remote island and must learn to survive in the unfamiliar environment. Whimsical black-and-white illustrations.Nine to TwelveView book details
Folk and Fairy Tales *California, the Magic IslandDoug Hansen, illustrated by Doug HansenQueen Calafia, heroine of a 16th-century tale, challenges 26 creatures to defend the choice of the state’s name. Brilliant, colorful, descriptive illustrations.Nine to TwelveView book details
Oedipus: Trapped by DestinyYvan Pommaux, illustrated by Yvan Pommaux, Richard KutnerOedipus is doomed to kill his father, marry his mother, and be cursed for the rest of his life. Graphic format with stylized illustrations.Nine to TwelveView book details
A Bandit’s Tale: The Muddled Misadventures of a PickpocketDeborah Hopkinson, map by Andrew ThomasIn 1880s New York, young immigrant Rocco has to beg and steal in order to survive, but evolves into a social reformer. Vintage photographs and historical sources.Nine to TwelveView book details
CaptainSam Angus06137-9 During World War I, 15-year-old Billy enlists. He finds that while the war can be terrifying and cruel, it also has much to teach about courage, loyalty, and friendship.Nine to TwelveView book details
Freedom over Me: Eleven Slaves, Their Lives and Dreams Brought to LifeAshley BryanInspired by a property listing from the 1800s, the author imagines the lives, histories, and dreams of 11 slaves. Told in verse. Richly detailed pen, ink, and watercolor illustrations.Nine to TwelveLexile Text Measure 730LView book details
Full of BeansJennifer L. HolmIn this prequel to Turtle in Paradise, Beans Curry is sure all grownups lie, so distrust is rampant as Key West is transformed during the Great Depression.Nine to TwelveLexile Text Measure 490LATOS Book Level 3.8View book details
I Am Not a NumberJenny Kay Dupuis, Kathy KacerEight-year-old Irene, a First Nations member, survives abuse and humiliation at a residential school, mandated by the Canadian government to “civilize” non-White children. Poignant, dark watercolors.Nine to TwelveLexile Text Measure 640LATOS Book Level 4.1View book details
The Inquisitor’s Tale : Or, The Three Magical Children and Their Holy DogAdam GidwitzFrance in 1242 is filled with danger, prejudice, and miracles for a peasant girl, a Jewish boy, and a dark- skinned monk. Line drawings and back matter.Nine to TwelveLexile Text Measure 620LATOS Book Level 4.5View book details
Liberty (Dogs of World War II series)Kirby LarsonFish longs to be a normal boy with a dog. Finding a stray only to have her stolen leads to unlikely friendships in the rescue operation.Nine to TwelveView book details
Lizzie and the Lost BabyCheryl BlackfordEvacuated to the English countryside during World War II, Lizzie, 10, discovers a baby left under a tree and finds herself in a moral dilemma about what to do.Nine to TwelveView book details
Makoons (The Birchbark House Series)Louise Erdrich, illustrated by Louise ErdrichMakoons and his twin, Chickadee, learn about survival and hunting buffalo as their Ojibwe family moves to the Great Plains of Dakota. Black-and-white pencil drawings.Nine to TwelveView book details
Mark of the Plague (Blackthorn Key series)Kevin SandsIn the midst of a plague outbreak in 1665 London, apprentice apothecary Christopher, 13, finds himself caught in a dark conspiracy of false cures.Nine to TwelveView book details
My Name Is James Madison HemingsJonah WinterThe son of Thomas Jefferson and Jefferson’s slave Sally Hemings describes living in servitude at Monticello. Haunting acrylics.Nine to TwelveLexile Text Measure AD910LATOS Book Level 4.9View book details
Skating with the Statue of LibertySusan Lynn MeyerIn 1942, 12-year-old Gustave and his Jewish French family seek refuge in America, where he becomes friends with African American Seppie and discovers that discrimination exists all over.Nine to TwelveView book details
Sweet Home AlaskaCarole Estby DaggDuring the Great Depression, Terpsichore’s family moves to Alaska. Although exposed to many hardships, she falls in love with Alaska, and with pluck, keeps her family there.Nine to TwelveLexile Text Measure 870LATOS Book Level 5.7View book details
Talking LeavesJoseph BruchacTold from the perspective of his son, this story recounts the trials Sequoyah faced in creating a written language for the Cherokee.Nine to TwelveLexile Text Measure 750LATOS Book Level 4.8View book details
A Tiny Piece of SkyShawn K. StoutOver the summer of 1939, Frankie, the youngest of three sisters, faces racial prejudice, anti-German sentiments, and family tragedy in her Maryland town.Nine to TwelveView book details
Unbound: A Novel in VerseAnn E. BurgGrace hears talk that Master Allen and the Missus intend to sell Grace’s mother and brothers; this terrifying prospect spurs her family’s escape to the refuge of the Great Dismal Swamp.Nine to TwelveLexile Text Measure 900LATOS Book Level 5.8View book details
A Voyage in the Clouds: The (Mostly) True Story of the First International FlightBalloon in 1785 by Matthew OlshanIn 1785, an incompatible Englishman and his French pilot try to fly their balloon across the English Channel. Humorous stylized illustrations. Author’s note.Nine to TwelveView book details
The Wolf’s BoySusan Williams BeckhornRejected by his Paleolithic family because of his crippled leg, Kai befriends a wolf-pup and survives with courage and resourcefulness in a hostile environment.Nine to TwelveView book details
Caveboy Dave: More Scrawny Than BrawnyAaron ReynoldsCan this prehistoric boy use his inventions to save himself and his friends and prove his worth to the community? Humorous, graphic-style illustrations.Nine to TwelveView book details
Demon DentistDavid WalliamsWill Alfie ever discover who is stealing children’s teeth from under their pillows? Animated pencil illustrations.Nine to TwelveLexile Text Measure 670LATOS Book Level 4.8View book details
Fluffy Strikes Back (A P.U.R.S.T Adventure series)Ashley Spires, illustrated by Ashley SpiresWhen “aliens” attack P. U. R. S. T. headquarters, the top bureau-cat must return to the field to save the day. Colored graphic format panels.Nine to TwelveView book details
Frank and Lucky Get SchooledLynne Rae PerkinsThrough their touching friendship, a boy and his dog learn math, science, history, and even art. Captivating color illustrations.Nine to TwelveView book details
Juana & LucasJuana MedinaJuana loves many things, but “the English” is not one of them until her grandfather gives her an important incentive to learn. Bold digital illustrations.Nine to TwelveView book details
Mature contentCry, Heart, but Never BreakGlenn RingtvedWhen Death comes to visit their grandmother, four siblings learn that we should strive to embrace both joy and sorrow in our lives. Evocative watercolor and acrylic illustrations.Nine to TwelveView book details
The ExtinctsVeronica CossanteliNeeding money, George applies for a job at Wormestall Farm. That’s only the beginning of his weird adventure with prehistoric creatures. Punctuated with quirky illustrations.Nine to TwelveView book details
Five Children on the Western FrontKate SaundersAs five brothers and sisters prepare to face World War I, an old friend, the sand fairy, returns.Nine to TwelveView book details
Hour of the BeesLindsay EagarCarol is helping her parents move her grandfather, who has dementia, into a nursing home in Albuquerque. She finds herself drawn to the fantastic stories he tells; could there be truth in them?Nine to TwelveLexile Text Measure 670LATOS Book Level 4.5View book details
Maybe a FoxKathi Appelt, Alison McGheeA fox kit is born spiritually connected to a young girl, Jules, whose sister has disappeared. Can the fox help Jules discover what happened?Nine to TwelveLexile Text Measure 740LATOS Book Level 4.9View book details
PaxSara PennypackerWhen his father decides to go off to battle, Peter is forced to release his pet fox into the wild. Can they find each other again, or will Pax become another casualty of war? Occasional black-and-white illustrations.Nine to TwelveLexile Text Measure 760LATOS Book Level 5.3View book details
The Secret Horses of Briar HillMegan ShepherdIn a hospital for tubercular children in World War II, Emmaline thinks she sees winged horses in mirrors— and enters their world. Powerful black-and-white woodcuts.Nine to TwelveLexile Text Measure 720LATOS Book Level 4.6View book details
The Seventh WishKate MessnerCharlie, 12, can’t believe that she has caught a wish- granting fish. But can the fish possibly help Charlie’s sister, who has become addicted to heroin?Nine to TwelveLexile Text Measure 720LATOS Book Level 4.4View book details
This Is Not a Werewolf StorySandra EvansDeserted by his father, boarding school student Raul is not a werewolf, but what is he? Update of a 12th- century Breton legend.Nine to TwelveLexile Text Measure HL610LATOS Book Level 4.1View book details
Hilo: Saving the Whole Wide World (Hilo series)Judd Winick, illustrated by Judd WinickHilo and his friends D.J., Gina, and Lisa team up with warrior cat Polly to stop strange creatures and robots from other dimensions from destroying the world. Brightly colored graphics.Nine to TwelveView book details
Night AirBen Sears, illustrated by Ben SearsA mischievous, tech-savvy adventurer and his robot sidekick visit a haunted castle in search of treasure. Colorful, dynamic panels.Nine to TwelveView book details
Silo and the Rebel RaidersV. PeytonIn postapocalyptic England, the government is recruiting seers. Silo, 10 and orphaned, has the gift. What, exactly, are they planning to do with him?Nine to TwelveView book details
Unidentified Suburban ObjectMike JungChloe’s the only Asian kid in school, and her parents won’t talk about their backgrounds. Then a new teacher who is Korean American like her assigns a family history project.Nine to TwelveLexile Text Measure 830LATOS Book Level 5.2View book details
Today As Brave As YouJason ReynoldsTwo Brooklyn brothers spend four weeks with their grandparents in rural Virginia learning how to pick peas—and discovering family secrets about racism and wartime loss.Nine to TwelveLexile Text Measure 750LATOS Book Level 4.8View book details
Book Uncle and MeUma KrishnaswamiWhen Yasmin, 9, discovers that her favorite free lending library is going to close, she decides to try to save it. Spot black-and-white illustrations.Nine to TwelveLexile Text Measure 580LATOS Book Level 3.8View book details
Catching a StoryfishJanice N. HarringtonIn this novel in verse, Katharen develops her storytelling abilities as she struggles to find her place in a new school and town. Includes a glossary of poetic forms.Nine to TwelveView book details
Chloe in IndiaKate DarntonEverything is different and challenging when Chloe’s family moves from Boston to Delhi, but finding friends and fitting in is hardest. An unexpected partnership amazes her.Nine to TwelveView book details
Counting ThymeMelanie ConklinWhen her family moves to New York for cancer treatment for her little brother, eleven-year-old Thyme guiltily longs to return home to San Diego.Nine to TwelveLexile Text Measure 701LATOS Book Level 4.5View book details
The Courage TestJames PrellerWill’s newly divorced dad forces him to journey along the Lewis and Clark trail, which in turn forces Will to reconsider both American history and his father.Nine to TwelveView book details
The Distance to HomeJenn BishopQuinnen, an ardent baseball fan, struggles with all she’s lost since her older sister and friend died.Nine to TwelveLexile Text Measure 570LATOS Book Level 3.7View book details
The Family Fletcher Takes Rock IslandDana Alison LevyA family of two fathers and their four sons are on their annual summer vacation where they make new friends but also face racial prejudice and unscrupulous developers.Nine to TwelveLexile Text Measure 730LATOS Book Level 4.7View book details
FuzzyTom Angleberger, Paul DellingerMax is thrilled to be chosen to help robot Fuzzy adjust to sixth grade. Then she discovers dangerous secrets about the Robot Integration Program.Nine to TwelveLexile Text Measure 700LATOS Book Level 5.2View book details
Garvey’s ChoiceNikki GrimesGarvey’s dad wants him to be an athlete, but Garvey has no interest in sports. Can joining the school chorus lead to a way for them to connect? Told in verse.Nine to TwelveView book details
GhostJason ReynoldsGhost, a middle school boy, joins a running team and, with strong support from adults, learns to face the demon in his family’s past.Nine to TwelveView book details
The Last Fifth Grade of Emerson ElementaryLaura ShovanA diverse group of fifth graders have one big thing in common: their school is about to be torn down. Can they save it? Spot black-and-white illustrations.Nine to TwelveWord Count 19930View book details
A Long Pitch HomeNatalie Dias LorenziDesperately missing his father left behind in Pakistan, cricket-playing Bilal must adjust to the United States, to baseball, and to an unexpected friendship with a girl pitcher.Nine to TwelveLexile Text Measure 740LATOS Book Level 4.59View book details
The Mask That SangSusan CurrieCass and her mother are frequently homeless until they inherit a house from her late grandmother, where they find an Iroquois healing mask that reveals much about their heritage.Nine to TwelveView book details
Nine, Ten: A September 11 StoryNora Raleigh BaskinFour children, whose lives are deeply affected in very different ways by the September 11th terrorist attacks, travel to Ground Zero on the first anniversary of the tragedy.Nine to TwelveView book details
The Only RoadAlexandra DiazJaime, 12, and his cousin, Angela, flee Guatemala after being threatened by the local gang and make the treacherous journey across the border to the United States.Nine to TwelveLexile Text Measure 830LATOS Book Level 5.3View book details
Spirit Week Showdown (The Magnificent Mya Tibbs series)Crystal AllenWith VIP tickets to the Fall Festival on the line, will nine- year-old Mya Tibbs find the friends she needs to win the Spirit Week competition? Black-and-white illustrations.Nine to TwelveView book details
Still a Work in ProgressJo KnowlesIn small-town New England, Noah’s struggles with everyday life in seventh grade suddenly take a back seat to his sister’s eating disorder.Nine to TwelveView book details
Echo Echo: Reverso Poems about Greek MythsMarilyn SingerClassic myths are brought to life with poems that can be read backward and forward. Vibrant acrylic illustrations mirror the reversible themes.Nine to TwelveView book details
Jazz Day: The Making of a Famous PhotographRoxane OrgillIn 1958, 57 musicians gathered together on a Harlem stoop for a photograph to celebrate the Golden Age of Jazz. Spirited acrylics and pastels.Nine to TwelveView book details
We Are Like the Clouds/Somos como las nubesJorge ArguetaThe journeys, dreams, and emotions of migrant Central American children heading north to the United States are related in poems in Spanish and English. Evocative acrylics.Nine to TwelveView book details
INFORMATION BOOKS Fanny in France: Travel Adventures of a Chef’s Daughter, with RecipesAlice Waters, with Bob CarrauNine-year-old Fanny learns French and travels to France with her mother, the chef Alice Waters. Recipes for young cooks included. Scrumptious colorful illustrations.Nine to TwelveView book details
Writing with Rosie: You Can Write a Story TooPatricia Reilly GiffDrawing from her own writing and her relationship with her dog, the author vividly demonstrates the basic steps in storytelling. “Your Turn” encourages the reader’s participation.Nine to TwelveView book details
Like a Bird: The Art of the American Slave SongCynthia GradyCommentary and extraordinary acrylic paintings of sheet music convey the rich meaning of slave songs. Includes original lyrics, a glossary, and bibliography.Nine to TwelveView book details
Mussorgsky’s Pictures at an ExhibitionAnna Harwell CelenzaNineteenth-century Russian composer Modest Mussorgsky turned his grief over a friend’s death into a magnificent work for the piano. Colorful folk-art- inspired illustrations.Nine to TwelveView book details
Shakespeareillustrated by Antonio Javier Caparo, E. NesbitSword fights, poisons, daggers, magic spells, and love pervade these seven dramatic tales. Dramatic full-page color illustrations. Rich back matter.Nine to TwelveView book details
Esquivel!: Space-Age Sound ArtistSusan WoodJuan Esquivel experiments with musical instruments to discover new sounds and invent a new style. Mixed- media illustrations reflect a collage of noises.Nine to TwelveView book details
Let Your Voice Be Heard: The Life and Times of Pete SeegerAnita SilveyA fascinating, in-depth account of Pete Seeger’s many accomplishments brings the world-famous folk singer and activist to life. Archival photos, bibliography, and index.Nine to TwelveView book details
The Plot to Kill Hitler: Dietrich Bonhoeffer: Pastor, Spy, Unlikely HeroPatricia McCormickA German minister overcomes his pacifist beliefs and participates in the failed plot to assassinate Adolf Hitler in 1943. Photographs.Nine to TwelveView book details
A Poem for PeterAndrea Davis PinkneyA Polish immigrant fulfills his dream of becoming a famous author/illustrator by creating a groundbreaking book featuring an African American child. Soft acrylic and pencil art.Nine to TwelveLexile Text Measure 620LATOS Book Level 3.8View book details
Some Writer!: The Story of E. B. WhiteMelissa SweetCollages of archival materials and original mixed-media artwork help tell the story of E. B. White’s personal and professional life and his development into a favorite children’s author.Nine to TwelveView book details
Step Right Up: How Doc and Jim Key Taught the World about KindnessDonna Janell BowmanWith gentleness and affection, William “Doc” Key, formerly a slave, trained his horse how to spell and do math. Vivid linoleum block print illustrations. Photos and back matter.Nine to TwelveView book details
Strange Mr. Satie: Composer of the AbsurdM.T. AndersonIn Paris at the turn of the 20th century, this irreverent composer wrote music that most people didn’t understand. Fanciful watercolor illustrations capture his eccentric world.Nine to TwelveView book details
This Kid Can Fly: It’s about Ability (Not Disability)Aaron Philip, with Tonya BoldenAaron, diagnosed with cerebral palsy, overcomes many obstacles with the help of his devoted family and numerous “angels,” winning recognition as a disability activist. Photographs.Nine to TwelveView book details
The Three LucysHayan ChararaThe 2006 war in Lebanon is revealed through the eyes of young Luli as he worries about his pet cats left behind in the war zone. Evocative pen-and-ink illustrations.Nine to TwelveLexile Text Measure 549LATOS Book Level 3.6View book details
23 Ways to Be an Eco Hero: A Step-by-Step Guide to Creative Ways You Can Save the WorldIsabel ThomasDetailed instructions for protecting the environment by reusing and recycling and by creating outdoor gardens and wildlife havens. Helpful colorful illustrations and glossary.Nine to TwelveView book details
5 Giraffes (5 Animals series)Anne Innis Dagg, introduction by Rob LaidlawWith a strong emphasis on conservation, the author presents five giraffes living in nature reserves and zoos around the world. Striking photographs. Index, glossary, and bibliography.Nine to TwelveView book details
The Tragic Tale of the Great AukJan ThornhillThe now extinct great auk managed to survive and avoid its predators for hundreds of thousands of years—until humans came along. Mixed-media illustrations.Nine to TwelveView book details
The Colorful Story of Comics (History of Fun Stuff series)Patricia LakinFrom cave paintings to graphic novels and manga, pictures and speech bubbles have been used to tell stories. Bright digital illustrations.Nine to TwelveView book details
Elizabeth Started All the TroubleDoreen RappaportMeet the suffragettes who led the 144-year fight for women’s right to vote. Highlights many achievements by women. Lively, informative ink and gouache illustrations.Nine to TwelveLexile Text Measure 790LATOS Book Level 5View book details
Fannie Never Flinched: One Woman’s Courage in the Struggle for American Labor Union RightsMary Cronk FarrellIn the early 1900s, Fannie Sellins fought for workers’ rights in the coal and garment industries. Photographs and back matter.Nine to TwelveView book details
The First Step: How One Girl Put Segregation on TrialSusan E. GoodmanIn 1847 in Boston, an African American family challenged the law that prevented young Sarah Roberts from attending her neighborhood school. Soft-toned watercolor and gouache illustrations. Extensive back matter.Nine to TwelveView book details
How to Build a Museum: Smithsonian’s National Museum of African American History and CultureTonya BoldenWith the opening of a national museum devoted to the experiences and contributions of African Americans, a nearly hundred-year-old dream has been realized. Photographs and back matter.Nine to TwelveView book details
Lost in the Pacific, 1942: Not a Drop to Drink (Lost series)Tod Olson, maps by Jim McMahon, Richard ChasemoreEight men fought to survive the emergency landing of their B-17 aircraft in the middle of the Pacific Ocean in October, 1942. Includes photographs, maps, and sources.Nine to TwelveView book details
The Mummy Makers of EgyptTamara Bower, illustrated by Tamara BowerThe task of preparing a mummy for the afterlife, essential in Ancient Egypt, is described in vivid detail along with precise illustrations in the style of that period.Nine to TwelveView book details
The School the Aztec Eagles Built: A Tribute to Mexico’s World War II Air FightersDorinda Makanaonalani NicholsonA pilot in Mexico’s World War II Air Force elicited a promise from Mexico’s president to build a much- needed school before the nation went to war. Archival photographs.Nine to TwelveView book details
A Spy Called James: The True Story of James Lafayette, Revolutionary War Double AgentAnne RockwellEnslaved in Virginia, James, hoping to win his freedom, agrees to spy for the Continental Army during the Revolutionary War. Bold full-page paintings. Author’s note and annotated list of readings.Nine to TwelveView book details
Tiny Stitches: The Life of Medical Pioneer Vivien ThomasGwendolyn HooksIn the face of institutional racism, African American Vivien Thomas became renowned for developing pediatric open-heart surgery. Realistic watercolor illustrations. References.Nine to TwelveView book details
The Wildest Race Ever: The Story of the 1904 Olympic MarathonMeghan McCarthy, illustrated by Meghan McCarthyNinety-degree temperatures wreaked havoc on the runners of the first marathon held at the World’s Fair in Saint Louis, Missouri. Acrylic cartoonlike illustrations. References.Nine to TwelveView book details
Diwali: Festival of LightsRina SinghThe Indian holiday of light, celebrated around the world, has many different origins: Hindu, Sikh, and Jain. Full-color photographs.Nine to TwelveView book details
I Am Pan!Mordicai GersteinFollow exuberant, fun-loving Pan as he helps retrieve Zeus’s sinews from the monster Typhon, assists the Greeks at the Battle of Marathon, and more. Whimsical, pen and ink illustrations.Nine to TwelveView book details
STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) Birds vs. Blades?: Offshore Wind Power and the Race to Protect SeabirdsRebecca E. HirschScientists track seabirds and their migration patterns in order to build wind farms out of the birds’ way. Photographs, glossary, bibliography, and notes.Nine to TwelveView book details
Cleared for Takeoff: The Ultimate Book of FlightRowland WhiteExplore gliders, hot air balloons, and other flying objects through history. Photographs and diagrams. graphic.Nine to TwelveView book details
Crow Smarts: Inside the Brain of the World’s Brightest Bird (Scientists in the Field series)Pamela S. Turner, photographed by Andy CominsTravel to New Caledonia to observe crows who fashion and manipulate leaves to obtain food, demonstrating the techniques to their young. Sketches, color photographs, and back matter.Nine to TwelveView book details
Fossils (Rock On! series)Chris OxladeThe composition, location, history, and transformations of a variety of fossils are presented with helpful color photographs. Well referenced.Nine to TwelveView book details
The Great Leopard Rescue: Saving the Amur LeopardsSandra MarkleIn creating protective parks in the forests of China and Russia, scientists found ingenious ways to prevent the extinction of a rare feline. Photographs and maps. Well documented.Nine to TwelveView book details
The Great White Shark Scientist (Scientists in the Field series)Sy Montgomery, illustrated by Keith EllenbogenPhotography and tracking devices help in the study of the much-maligned sharks swimming off the coasts of New England and Mexico. Brilliant color photographs, fascinating facts, and back matter.Nine to TwelveView book details
The Human Microbiome: The Germs That Keep You HealthyRebecca E. HirschMicrobes protect us from dangerous germs, help us digest food, and provide immunity against diseases. Photographs. Source notes.Nine to TwelveView book details
Masters of Disguise: Amazing Animal TrickstersRebecca L. JohnsonScientists’ experiments show how various animals use camouflage and mimicry to outwit their predators. Detailed photographs, source notes, glossary, and extensive bibliography.Nine to TwelveView book details
Poop Detectives: Working Dogs in the FieldGinger WadsworthUsing their fine sense of smell, dogs are being trained for many important roles, including in support of animal conservation. Photographs and extensive back matter.Nine to TwelveView book details
Science Stunts: Fun Feats of PhysicsJordan D. BrownGalileo’s, Newton’s, and Einstein’s theories help explain the science behind 25 magic tricks based on physics concepts such as magnetism, inertia, and motion. Cartoonlike illustrations.Nine to TwelveView book details
Solving the Puzzle under the Sea: Marie Tharp Maps the Ocean FloorRobert Burleigh, illustrated by Raúl ColónDespite facing gender bias, scientist Marie Tharp did research that was critical to advancing the theory of plate tectonics. Colorful watercolors.Nine to TwelveLexile Text Measure 750LATOS Book Level 5View book details
To Burp or Not to Burp:A Guide to Your Body in SpaceDave Williams, Loredana CuntiAn astronaut explains the science behind what happens to body functions in outer space. Cartoon illustrations and photographs.Nine to TwelveView book details
A Is for ActivistInnosanto Nagara, illustrated by Innosanto NagaraBold graphic illustrations accompany this rhymed alphabet book that may inspire activism and will certainly spark conversation.Nine to TwelveView book details
Be the Change, Make It Happen: Big and Small Way Kids Can Make a DifferenceBernadette Russell, illustrated by Bernadette RussellKids will discover all kinds of activities that they can do to make a difference in the world around them. Simple mixed-media illustrations.Nine to TwelveView book details
Growing Peace: A Story of Farming, Music, and Religious HarmonyRichard SobolAfter experiencing the attack on the World Trade Center, J. J. Keki, Ugandan musician and coffee grower, went home to promote religious harmony. Photographs. Back matter.Nine to TwelveView book details
Taking Action (series) Taking Action for Civil and Political Rights (978-1-4677-9394-0) Taking Action to Help the Environment (978-1-4677-9392-6)Eric BraunMeet a 12-year-old environmental activist, a 15-year- old leader of Hong Kong’s Umbrella Revolution, and other young people who are making the world a better place.Nine to TwelveView book detailsTwelve to Fourteen
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Beetle BoyM. G. LeonardAided by stalwart Bertolt, intrepid Virginia, and a swarm of exotic beetles, Darkus sets out to find his father, who has mysteriously disappeared. Black-and-white spot illustrations.Twelve to FourteenView book details
Delilah Dirk and the King’s ShillingTony Cliff, illustrated by Tony CliffIn this second installment of Delilah Dirk’s adventures, she returns to England with loyal friend Selim in order to clear her name as a traitor. Action-packed color panels.Twelve to FourteenView book details
Forensics Squad UnleashedMonique PolakSix teens attend a forensics camp in Montreal and learn many skills that they immediately need to use to rescue abducted pets.Twelve to FourteenView book details
The Magic Mirror: Concerning a Lonely Princess, a Foundling Girl, a Scheming King, and a Pickpocket SquirrelSusan Hill LongYoung Maggie is cursed with a crutch and a tough life, until a magic mirror hints at better things, beginning a twisty tale of destiny.Twelve to FourteenView book details
School Ship TobermoryAlexander McCall SmithWhen twins Ben and Fee land coveted spots on a training ship, they share unexpected adventures with new friends. Spot black-and-white illustrations. Glossary of nautical terms.Twelve to FourteenLexile Text Measure 710LATOS Book Level 5.1View book details
RescuedEliot SchreferA boy who grew up with an orangutan must now rescue his “brother” and work to return him to Indonesia and the wild.Twelve to FourteenView book details
What Elephants KnowEric DinersteinIn Nepal, Nandu must save his adopted father’s elephant stable. The author, a naturalist, writes vividly about the plants and animals of Nepal.Twelve to FourteenView book details
The Ballad of a Broken NoseArne SvingenCan 13-year-old Bart make friends, pursue his love of opera singing, and find his father in spite of poverty, an inadequate mother, bullying, and his own stress?Twelve to FourteenView book details
The Big DarkRodman PhilbrickWhen an explosion on the sun causes an electromagnetic disaster, 15-year-old Charlie learns difficult lessons about heroism and hardship.Twelve to FourteenView book details
Dreidels on the BrainJoel Ben IzzyIn 1971, as he prays for a Chanukah miracle, 12-year-old Joel must deal with family issues and being the only Jew in his school.Twelve to FourteenView book details
Every Single SecondTricia SpringstubbNella juggles the challenges of neighborhood racial conflicts, tragedy, and a loving but demanding family. Occasional pen and ink illustrations.Twelve to FourteenView book details
Free VerseSarah DooleyWhen Sasha, a seventh grader, enters foster care in her West Virginia mining town, poetry helps her reexamine the meaning of family and home.Twelve to FourteenView book details
It Ain’t So Awful, FalafelFiroozeh DumasZomorod (who goes by Cindy), a sixth grader born in Iran, tries to live a normal life in 1970s California during the American hostage crisis.Twelve to FourteenView book details
The It GirlKaty BirchallJunior high school student Anna describes her daily troubles with parents, friendship, and popularity, along with the problem of dealing with sudden celebrity.Twelve to FourteenView book details
The Possibility of NowKim CulbertsonAfter a meltdown at her highly competitive school, overachieving Mara goes to stay with her estranged father, a ski bum.Twelve to FourteenView book details
Saving WonderMary KnightIn rural Kentucky, Curley and his best friend Jules try to save their beloved mountain from being destroyed by the big mining company in town.Twelve to FourteenView book details
Sea ChangeSusan FletcherTwelve-year-old Eliot has a transformative experience during a summer vacation with his great-uncle in a small fishing village in Nova Scotia. Clever pencil and India ink artwork.Twelve to FourteenView book details
Some of the PartsHannah BarnabyAfter Tallie learns that her parents donated her brother’s organs, she is obsessed with finding the recipients.Twelve to FourteenView book details
This Is the Story of YouBeth KephartThe effects of a sudden devastating superstorm on 17- year-old Mira and her small New Jersey barrier island is told in vivid poetic prose.Twelve to FourteenView book details
Timber Creek StationAli LewisA boy faces intricately interwoven problems at an Australian cattle station: a devastating drought, his brother’s death, his sister’s pregnancy, and his prejudice towards Aborigines.Twelve to FourteenView book details
When Friendship Followed Me HomePaul GriffinFormer foster kid Ben Coffin, 12, a science fiction and math geek, rescues and adopts a stray dog, setting off a chain of unforeseen events.Twelve to FourteenLexile Text Measure 590LATOS Book Level 4.1View book details
Where You’ll Find MeNatasha FriendWhen her mother’s crippling mental illness forces 13- year-old Anna to move to her father’s home with his new family, she faces life’s joys and pain.Twelve to FourteenView book details
Mature contentWolf HollowLauren WolkIn 1943, Betty, 14, accuses a gentle veteran of her own aggressive bullying. When his only friend, Annabelle, 14, tries to help him, the consequences are dire. Includes violence and cruelty that may not be appropriate for sensitive readers.Twelve to FourteenLexile Text Measure 800LATOS Book Level 4.9View book details
The World BeneathJanice WarmanIn the 1970s, Joshua, a black boy living with his servant mother in a White-owned mansion, becomes embroiled in the South African antiapartheid struggle, forcing him to make heart-wrenching decisions.Twelve to FourteenView book details
The Adventures of Lettie PeppercornSam GaytonRisking her life to find her mother, Lettie pursues an alchemist to retrieve a mysterious substance he created. Dramatic black-and-white illustrations are peppered throughout.Twelve to FourteenView book details
The Dog, RayLinda CogginWhen 12-year-old Daisy tragically dies in a car crash, she is reborn as a puppy named Ray. Will she reunite with her family or follow a new path?Twelve to FourteenView book details
FurthermoreTahereh MafiBorn colorless in a magical world where color is valued above all else, Alice joins another outcast, Oliver, on a quest to find her missing father.Twelve to FourteenLexile Text Measure 840LATOS Book Level 5.5View book details
The Girl from EverywhereHeidi HeiligNix can help her father go back to Honolulu in 1868 to reunite with his long-dead wife in their time-traveling ship. But might that inadvertently erase her own birth?Twelve to FourteenView book details
The Girl Who Drank the MoonKelly BarnhillEvery year the Protectorate must leave a baby in the woods to keep the witch away. But what happens to the baby afterward?Twelve to FourteenLexile Text Measure 640LView book details
The Hidden Oracle (The Trials of Apollo series)Rick RiordanA mysterious attacker is laying siege to the Greek demigods’ camp on 21st-century Long Island. Can Apollo, now a mortal, save it?Twelve to FourteenView book details
Into the DimJanet B. TaylorAfter her mother’s death, Hope is sent from California to her aunt’s manor in the Scottish highlands. While there, she learns her mother is actually trapped in the 12th century.Twelve to FourteenView book details
Longbow GirlLinda DaviesMerry, trained as an archer in a 700-year-long family tradition, finds a portal to 1537 Wales, where warfare rages for her ancestral lands.Twelve to FourteenView book details
Rebel of the SandsAlwyn HamiltonWhen Amani, an orphan with a talent for guns, leaves Dustwalk, she must embrace her gift in order to survive in the desert.Twelve to FourteenView book details
RiverkeepMartin StewartOn a treacherous river journey, 15-year-old Wull must survive encounters with magical creatures as he seeks to rid his father of the demons that possess him.Twelve to FourteenView book details
The ScourgeJennifer A. NielsenWhen a plague sweeps through the land, Ani is shocked when she tests positive. The test seems rigged, but will Ani die anyway?Twelve to FourteenLexile Text Measure 740LATOS Book Level 5.2View book details
The Secret KeepersTrenton Lee StewartFinding an extraordinary antique watch leads 11-year- old Reuben on a frightening quest, where he confronts an evil genius and learns to use his new capabilities. Spot black-and-white drawings.Twelve to FourteenLexile Text Measure 820LATOS Book Level 5.6View book details
A Shadow Bright and Burning (Kingdom on Fire series)Jessica CluessSixteen-year-old Henrietta, training as the first female sorcerer, confronts gender stereotypes in Victorian England.Twelve to FourteenView book details
The Shadow Guard (Second Guard series)J. D. VaughnBrindl, a member of the Earth Guild employed by the princess, fights to create a world of equality for workers and royalty alike.Twelve to FourteenView book details
A Torch against the NightSabaa TahirIn a sequel to An Ember in the Ashes, Laia and Elias endure prison, attacks, rebellion, and magic to rescue Laia’s imprisoned brother.Twelve to FourteenLexile Text Measure HL670LATOS Book Level 5View book details
Folk and Fairy Tales *Snow WhiteMatt Phelan, illustrated by Matt PhelanNew York City during the Great Depression is the setting for a reimagining of this fairy tale. Atmospheric pencil, ink, and watercolor art.Twelve to FourteenView book details
Tales of the PeculiarRansom RiggsPeople turn into islands and sell their limbs to cannibals in these short, slightly macabre morality tales by a “former ward of Peregrine’s Home for Peculiar Children.” Interspersed black-and-white drawings.Twelve to FourteenView book details
Anna and the Swallow ManGavriel SavitIn Poland in 1939, caught between advancing Russian and German armies, Anna begins a years-long struggle for survival, aided by the mysterious Swallow Man. Black-and white spot illustrations.Twelve to FourteenView book details
Ashes (The Seeds of America trilogy)Laurie Halse AndersonRunaway slaves Isabel and Curzon search for Isabel’s younger sister and dream of freedom as they find themselves engulfed in the war between the Patriots and the British.Twelve to FourteenView book details
Cloud and WallfishAnne NesbetIn 1989Noah’s family suddenly moves to East Berlin and assumes a new identity. He befriends a neighbor, and the two uncover secrets in the midst of changing history.Twelve to FourteenView book details
Dive!: World War II Stories of Sailors & Submarines in the PacificDeborah HopkinsonSubmerge yourself in the stories of sailors and their submarines as they fought beneath the waters of the Pacific Ocean during World War II. Maps and archival photographs.Twelve to FourteenView book details
Finding Wonders: Three Girls Who Changed ScienceJeannine AtkinsDespite the gender bias of their times, naturalist Maria Merian, fossil hunter Mary Anning, and astronomer Maria Mitchell made important discoveries and contributions to their fields. Told in free verse. Black- and-white spot illustrations.Twelve to FourteenView book details
League of ArchersEva HowardIn a fresh take on the legend of Robin Hood, the young heroine faces the moral difficulty of doing violence for a just cause.Twelve to FourteenView book details
Outrun the MoonStacey LeeMercy Wong aspires to be an entrepreneur in 1906 San Francisco, but when she faces sexism and xenophobia, deceit seems the only way forward.Twelve to FourteenView book details
PoppyMary HooperIn 1914 Poppy, a housemaid for an aristocratic British family, volunteers for the nursing corps. An honest portrayal of life at the front and at home during World War I. Includes notes and bibliography.Twelve to FourteenView book details
Scar: A Revolutionary War TaleJ. Albert MannA Native American boy and a crippled White 16-year-old serving on opposite sides of the Revolutionary War are both wounded and experience the horrors of warfare together.Twelve to FourteenView book details
To Stay Alive: Mary Ann Graves and the Tragic Journey of the Donner PartySkila BrownIn 1846 19-year-old Mary Ann and her Illinois family join a group bound for California, but they are tragically overtaken by snow and starvation 100 miles from their destination. Told in verse.Twelve to FourteenView book details
The Lost & FoundKatrina LenoFrannie, in Maryland, and Louis, in California, meet in an online trauma survivors group. Both have family mysteries to solve that converge in Austin, Texas. Should they join forces?Twelve to FourteenView book details
Trouble the WaterFrances O’Roark DowellIn 1953 Kentucky, two 11-year-olds, an African American girl and a White boy, search for a lost dog’s owner together and encounter a ghost from the days of the Underground Railroad.Twelve to FourteenView book details
Children of ExileMargaret Peterson HaddixAll the foster children living in Fredtown are suddenly returned to their biological parents who, as 12-year-old Rosi discovers, are very different from what the children expected.Twelve to FourteenLexile Text Measure 680LATOS Book Level 4.9View book details
Once Was a TimeLeila SalesTraveling through time, Lottie discovers that no matter the time or place, friendship is hard, as is confronting who you are and being brave enough to follow your heart.Twelve to FourteenView book details
Outlaws of Time: The Legend of Sam MiracleN. D. WilsonIn this first installment in a series, 12-year-old Sam endures having his arms replaced by snakes and facing enemy vultures and danger to his sister. Black-and- white drawings.Twelve to FourteenView book details
Time Traveling with a HamsterRoss WelfordOn Al Chaudhury’s 12th birthday, he receives a letter from his dead father with instructions on how to prevent the accident that killed him four years before.Twelve to FourteenLexile Text Measure 900LATOS Book Level 5.6View book details
Today All Rise for the Honorable Perry T. CookLeslie ConnorEleven-year-old Perry has grown up happily in the prison where his mother is serving time. What will life on the outside be like when he is forced into foster care?Twelve to FourteenLexile Text Measure 540LATOS Book Level 3.6View book details
American AceMarilyn NelsonWhen Connor, 16, discovers that his biological grandfather was a Tuskegee Airman in World War II, he and his family must rethink who they are. A novel in verse.Twelve to FourteenView book details
The Bone SparrowZana FraillonNine-year-old Subhi’s imagination and his friendship with a girl on the outside help him endure the harsh conditions of a refugee detention center.Twelve to FourteenLexile Text Measure 840LATOS Book Level 5.4View book details
Mature contentChild of SpringFarhana ZiaIn India, a young servant to a rich family struggles with her circumstances as she plays with children even less advantaged than she is.Twelve to FourteenView book details
Falling Over SidewaysJordan SonnenblickEighth grader Claire—dancer, sax player, and grade worrier—faces disaster when her father has a stroke. With humor and love, she survives.Twelve to FourteenLexile Text Measure 860LATOS Book Level 5.4View book details
The Geek’s Guide to Unrequited LoveSarvenaz TashSome Long Island teens, obsessed with geek culture, manage to make it to New York’s Comic-Con. Will neighbors Roxy and Graham transition from friendship into first love?Twelve to FourteenView book details
The Mystery of Hollow PlacesRebecca PodosSeventeen-year-old Imogene’s mother left years ago, now faces her father has disappeared. She is determined to find him.Twelve to FourteenView book details
OCDanielWesley KingDaniel spends his time writing and hiding his odd habits. When a mute girl asks for help in solving her father’s disappearance, things change for both of them.Twelve to FourteenLexile Text Measure 560LATOS Book Level 3.7View book details
Riding ChanceChristine KendallAfter Troy gets into trouble, a social worker places him in program working with horses, where he confronts a new and different set of challenges.Twelve to FourteenView book details
The Safest LiesMegan MirandaKelsey’s mother was kidnapped 17 years ago, escaped, and hasn’t left their house since. Now she disappears again, and Kelsey must uncover the truth about the past.Twelve to FourteenView book details
Same but Different: Teen Life on the Autism ExpressHolly Robinson Peete, Ryan Elizabeth Peete, RJ PeeteWhat is life like for teen-aged twins when one is autistic and the other isn’t? Based on the authors’ own experiences.Twelve to FourteenView book details
Six Kids and a Stuffed CatGary PaulsenStuck in a bathroom together, six middle school boys who otherwise have little in common discover that a difficult situation can turn into a surprisingly good one.Twelve to FourteenLexile Text Measure 930LATOS Book Level 6View book details
SoarTracy Edward WymerEddie is determined to finish first in the seventh-grade Science Symposium by proving that, although no one believed him, his dead father really sighted a giant golden eagle.Twelve to FourteenView book details
Some Kind of HappinessClaire LegrandEleven-year-old Finley is surrounded by secrets and feels safest in her imaginary world, the Everwood. One summer with her grandparents will test the strength of that world, her family, and herself.Twelve to FourteenLexile Text Measure 580LATOS Book Level 3.8View book details
Tell Me Something RealCalla DevlinVanessa, the middle of three sisters, tells the story of her mother’s illness and tries to go on with her own life.Twelve to FourteenView book details
INFORMATION BOOKS Comics Confidential: Thirteen Graphic Novelists Talk Story, Craft, and Life outside the Boxand edited by Leonard S. MarcusPopular graphic illustrators answer questions about their childhood and how they work. Each provides a self-portrait and a panel illustrating “the city.” Back matter.Twelve to FourteenView book details
Balcony on the Moon: Coming of Age in PalestineIbtisam BarakatIbtisam, a young girl growing up in Palestine in the 1970s, dreams of becoming a writer. But how will she succeed amid the political turmoil?Twelve to FourteenView book details
Being Jazz: My Life as a (Transgender) TeenJazz JenningsJazz details her journey from preschool onward as she forges her own path after transitioning. Includes interviews with her family, photographs, and information about resources for children and adults.Twelve to FourteenView book details
Blood Brother: Jonathan Daniels and His Sacrifice for Civil RightsRich Wallace, Sandra Neil WallaceThe life and death of Jonathan Daniels, a white seminary student murdered in Alabama in 1965, comes alive with extensive photographs, sourced quotes, and bibliography.Twelve to FourteenView book details
Florence Nightingale: The Courageous Life of the Legendary NurseCatherine ReefA well-born woman in Victorian England works and fights for improved hospital care for the poor and for soldiers. Archival images and photographs. Notes, bibliography.Twelve to FourteenView book details
Hillary Rodham Clinton: Do All the Good You CanCynthia LevinsonThis comprehensive account presents Clinton’s life from grade school student to first lady, senator, secretary of state and presidential candidate. Photographs, time line, bibliography, index, and notes.Twelve to FourteenView book details
Irena’s Children: A True Story of CourageTilar J. MazzeoIrena Sendler, working with the Polish resistance, repeatedly risked her life to smuggle hundreds of Jewish children out of the Warsaw Ghetto during World War II. Back matter. (Young Readers Edition)Twelve to FourteenView book details
Life in Motion: An Unlikely BallerinaMisty Copeland, with Brandy ColbertLate to start ballet, and black in an almost all white ballet world, Copeland shares her journey and her love of classical ballet. Photo essay insert. (Young Readers Edition)Twelve to FourteenView book details
Presenting Buffalo Bill: The Man Who Invented the Wild WestCandace FlemingThis account of the life of William F. Cody, showman of the American West, carefully separates facts from myths. Sources, notes, and archival photographs.Twelve to FourteenView book details
Sachiko: A Nagasaki Bomb Survivor’s StoryCaren StelsonSachiko Yasui was six when the atomic bomb was dropped on Nagasaki, Japan, in 1945. She survived, but it was many years before she could talk about the experience. Archival photos and back matter.Twelve to FourteenView book details
Ten Days a Madwoman: The Daring Life and Turbulent Times of the Original “Girl” Reporter, Nellie BlyDeborah NoyesIn the 1900s Nellie Bly, a resourceful investigative reporter, risked her safety and became famous doing stunts to expose social injustice. Archival photographs and source material.Twelve to FourteenView book details
Brown v. Board of Education: A Fight for Simple JusticeSusan Goldman RubinLawyers and psychologists join forces in the legal battle to end school segregation—an ongoing struggle. Archival photographs and back matter.Twelve to FourteenView book details
Forgotten Bones: Uncovering a Slave CemeteryLois Miner HueyThis account of the compelling discovery of a forgotten slave cemetery and the scientific examination of its bones is accompanied by photographs and diagrams.Twelve to FourteenView book details
Mature contentSamurai Rising: The Epic Life of Minamoto YoshitsunePamela S.In the violent world of 12th-century Japan, an exiled child grows up to become a legendary warrior. Notes, timelines, and black-and-white brush illustrations.Twelve to FourteenView book details
Uprooted: The Japanese-American Experience during World War IIAlbert MarrinLearn about early Japanese immigration to America and the forces that led to the internment of Japanese Americans during World War II. Archival photographs.Twelve to FourteenLexile Text Measure 1050LATOS Book Level 8.2View book details
Vietnam: A History of the WarRussell FreedmanA determined people waged a very long and bitter war for independence against the Japanese, the French, and the Americans. Photographs and back matter.Twelve to FourteenView book details
We Will Not Be Silent: The White Rose Student Resistance Movement That Defied Adolf HitlerRussell FreedmanDuring World War II, German students wrote leaflets and courageously faced death to defy Hitler’s totalitarian government. Archival photographs and back matter.Twelve to FourteenView book details
Quiet Power: The Secret Strengths of IntrovertsSusan Cain, with Gregory Mone, Erica MorozAn empowering book for those who feel they are too quiet, shy, insecure, or uncomfortable in social situations provides real-life solutions. Graphic illustrations, notes, and guide for teachers and parents.Twelve to FourteenView book details
STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) *Blood, Bullets, and Bones: The Story of Forensic Science from Sherlock Homes to DNABridget HeosFrom coroners’ examinations in 3rd-century China to the introduction of DNA testing in the late 20th century, forensic science has helped solve crimes. Archival images and photographs, glossary, and bibliography.Twelve to FourteenView book details
Bridge to the Wild: Behind the Scenes at the ZooCaitlin O’Connell, photographed by Caitlin O’Connell, Timothy RodwellA behind-the-scenes look at Zoo Atlanta offers information about pandas, elephants, gorillas, and more. Extraordinary photographs and ink and Photoshopped illustrations. Sources, bibliography, index.Twelve to FourteenView book details
Bubonic Panic: When Plague Invaded AmericaGail JarrowWhat caused the bubonic plague epidemic in San Francisco at the beginning of the 20th century? This account includes information about plague outbreaks throughout history. Archival photographs.Twelve to FourteenView book details
Dollars & Sense: A Kid’s Guide to Using—Not Losing— MoneyElaine ScottLearn about the history and function of money from barter in ancient civilizations to modern-day economic systems. Pen and ink cartoons. Glossary and bibliography.Twelve to FourteenView book details
Just My Type: Understanding Personality ProfilesMichael J. Rosen, with Daniel CarlsonResearch-supported tests that explain different personality types and shed light on our “only human” tendencies help us understand who we are. Supportive archival photographs.Twelve to FourteenView book detailsFourteen and Older
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Mature contentThe Darkest CornersKara ThomasWhen Tessa returns to her hometown nine years after a traumatic event. a dangerous new mystery materializes.Fourteen and OlderView book details
DefenderGraham McNameeAfter discovering a corpse in her Toronto tenement, a gifted basketball player and her boyfriend uncover family secrets from decades before.Fourteen and OlderView book details
The Girl I Used to BeApril HenryOlivia’s mother was killed 14 years ago. When new evidence reveals that her father, who had disappeared, is also dead, Olivia is determined to discover the murderer.Fourteen and OlderLexile Text Measure HL660LATOS Book Level 4.5View book details
The May Queen MurdersSarah JudeIn a close-knit Ozark community, the long unsolved murder of a May Queen is revisited when the current May Queen goes missing.Fourteen and OlderView book details
Mature contentMy Sister RosaJustine LarbalestierChe struggles to adjust to a new city, his first love, and his ever-increasing fear that his younger sister, Rosa, is a dangerous psychopath.Fourteen and OlderView book details
Rebel, Bully, Geek, PariahErin Jade LangeWhen police break up a party in the woods, geeky Sam and rebellious Andi escape with two boys in a stolen police car filled with drugs.Fourteen and OlderView book details
The Art of Not BreathingSarah AlexanderSixteen-year-old Elsie’s twin brother disappeared five years ago at Rosemarkie Beach. She thought she remembered the moment well, but new images keep appearing to her. What really happened?Fourteen and OlderView book details
Mature contentAsk Me How I Got HereChristine HeppermannWhen Addie, a high school sophomore, becomes pregnant, she makes a choice that leads to other questions about her future direction. Beautifully rendered in poetry.Fourteen and OlderView book details
Character DrivenDavid LubarCliff describes the last months before graduation, including a new romance, post-high school plans, and dealing with his father’s abusive behavior.Fourteen and OlderView book details
Drag Teen: A Tale of Angst and WigsJeffrey SelfCollege or pumping gas? JT’s life seems doomed, until his boyfriend encourages him to enter a teen drag queen contest. Can he do it?Fourteen and OlderView book details
Draw the LineLaurent Linn, illustrated by Laurent LinnA violent attack on a fellow gay student propels sixteen- year-old Adrian to stand tall, first through his online comics and then in real life. Spectacular black-and-white graphic illustrations.Fourteen and OlderView book details
Mature contentExit, Pursueda Bear by E. K. JohnstonCheerleading captain Hermione is drugged and raped at camp before senior year. An honest, realistic portrayal of the impact on Hermione, her family, and friends. Set in Canada.Fourteen and OlderView book details
Flip the BirdKym BrunnerWhile learning the family sport of falconry, 14-year-old Mercer must deal with opposition from animal rights proponents and his romantic feelings for their daughter.Fourteen and OlderView book details
Mature contentGolden BoysSonya HartnettWhen a wealthy family moves into a working class neighborhood, their son’s fancy toys attract local kids despite the sense that something sinister is going on.Fourteen and OlderView book details
Holding Up the UniverseJennifer NivenLibby was once named “America’s fattest teen.” Jack is secretly face-blind. Can each be the answer to the other’s loneliness?Fourteen and OlderLexile Text Measure 770LATOS Book Level 4.9View book details
The Incident on the BridgeLaura McNealThe last time anyone saw 17-year-old Thisbe Locke, she was standing by the side of a car on a bridge. Did she jump?Fourteen and OlderView book details
Mature contentIt Looks Like ThisRafi MittlefehldtWhen 14-year-old Mike moves to a new school, he confronts a different attitude toward his sexuality and his family’s values.Fourteen and OlderView book details
Jess, Chunk, and the Road Trip to InfinityKristin Elizabeth ClarkOn a road trip, 18-year-old transgender Jess and her best friend, overweight Christophe, confront their own insecurities about themselves and each other.Fourteen and OlderView book details
Mature contentKids of AppetiteDavid ArnoldVic, who has facial paralysis, befriends a ragtag crew of runaways. They set out to spread his father’s ashes and confront their own demons.Fourteen and OlderView book details
The Language of StarsLouise HawesSarah learns the magic of words and discovers herself when, as punishment for partying and trashing a poet’s empty house, she must attend a poetry class.Fourteen and OlderView book details
The Last True Love StoryBrendan KielyTwo 17-year-old Californians, struggling with difficult families and peers, begin a road trip “home” with a grandpa who suffers from Alzheimer’s. Musical references.Fourteen and OlderView book details
Lucky FewKathryn OrmsbeeHome-schooled Stevie has a new neighbor, Max, who decides to fake his death 23 ways. Why does Stevie’s best friend Sanger want to help?Fourteen and OlderView book details
Lucy and LinhAlice PungWhen Lucy, an immigrant from Vietnam, wins a prestigious scholarship, she must learn how to navigate the world of privilege without losing herself or her beloved heritage.Fourteen and OlderView book details
Mature contentThe Memory of LightFrancisco X. StorkA tenth grader attempted suicide following her mother’s death. Now she is in a psychiatric hospital, despite her father’s objections. Can she regain her desire to live?Fourteen and OlderView book details
Original FakeKirstin Cronn-MillsLoner artist Frankie struggles with his family when he helps a street artist renowned in his hometown near the Twin Cities in Minnesota. Graphic format sections of textured comics.Fourteen and OlderView book details
Read Me Like a BookLiz KesslerAshleigh Walker, 17, finds herself more and more attracted to her new, young English teacher, Miss Murray. But is she ready to come out as gay?Fourteen and OlderView book details
Red InkJulie MayhewAs she unravels the various “stories” of her Greek heritage, 15-year-old Melon must come to terms with the sudden accidental death of her mother.Fourteen and OlderView book details
The Serpent KingJeff ZentnerIn rural Tennessee, three high school seniors considered outcasts confront their past, present, and future as they test the meaning of their friendships.Fourteen and OlderView book details
Seven Ways We LieRiley RedgateTold from the perspectives of seven students struggling to come into their own, the Paloma High School experience is ordinary yet life-changing.Fourteen and OlderView book details
Shallow GravesKali WallaceAfter murdered high school senior Breezy becomes a revenant, she struggles to come to terms with what it means to be undead.Fourteen and OlderView book details
True Letters from a Fictional LifeKenneth LoganJames is popular and has a girlfriend. He writes letters about being gay, never intending to send them. After the letters out James, his friends and family cope with warmth and humor.Fourteen and OlderView book detailsTwenty Questions for GloriaMartyn BedfordWhy did 15-year-old Gloria run away with a 15-year-old boy who is a virtual stranger? Her parents and the police seek answers.Fourteen and OlderView book details
UnbecomingJenny DownhamSeventeen-year-old Katie’s family undergoes profound changes when her estranged grandmother, suffering from Alzheimer’s, suddenly appears after a long absence.Fourteen and OlderView book details
The Unexpected EverythingMorgan MatsonWhen her dad’s political career is derailed by scandal, it costs Andie her place in the prestigious Young Scholars Program. Now what?Fourteen and OlderView book details
The Way I Used to BeAmber SmithThe trauma of her rape at 14 by her brother’s best friend sends Eden on a downward spiral that lasts until she is finally forced to break her silence.Fourteen and OlderLexile Text Measure HL640LATOS Book Level 4.4View book details
Mature contentThe Forbidden WishJessica KhouryWhen a powerful Jinni becomes linked to a poor boy, three wishes become a path to freedom and betrayal. A lush retelling of Aladdin’s story.Fourteen and OlderView book detailsJulia Vanishes (The Witch’s Child series)Catherine EganJulia, daughter of a drowned witch, can disappear at will—a handy talent for a spy and thief.Fourteen and OlderView book details
The Lie TreeFrances HardingeAfter her father, a Victorian-era naturalist, dies mysteriously, Faith, 14, hopes that a strange fruit- bearing tree will lead her to his murderers.Fourteen and OlderLexile Text Measure 860LATOS Book Level 6.4View book details
Mature contentMy Lady JaneCynthia Hand, Brodi Ashton, Jodi MeadowsA book-loving Lady Jane in Tudor England keeps her head with the help of her ferret self and her husband, a horse.Fourteen and OlderLexile Text Measure HL760LATOS Book Level 5.3View book details
The Reader (Sea of Ink and Gold series)Traci CheeAfter her father’s murder and her aunt’s kidnapping, Sefia guards the treasure left behind: a book that tells the future. Magic, adventure, and mystery combine. Map and black-and-white illustrations.Fourteen and OlderView book details
ReplicaLauren OliverGemma and Lyra’s stories unite in this dual-book format as both girls learn how they are linked through the unethical Haven Institute.Fourteen and OlderView book details
Saving HamletMolly BoothAssistant stage manager Emma time-travels to 16th- century England to gain insights into Shakespeare’s masterpiece and thereby shore up her high school’s creaky production.Fourteen and OlderView book details
Three Dark CrownsKendare BlakeTriplet sisters, separated as children, vie for the crown of the kingdom. Only one can survive to rule. First in a new series.Fourteen and OlderLexile Text Measure 701LATOS Book Level 4.5View book details
Where Futures EndParker PeevyhouseStories of five teens over a 100-year future time span are connected to an alternate world and to each other. Which world will survive?Fourteen and OlderView book details
The Dark Days ClubAlison GoodmanIn 1812 London, 18-year-old Lady Helen has to decide whether to pursue her paranormal powers to defeat evil or marry a privileged nobleman.Fourteen and OlderView book details
The Darkest Corner of the WorldUrve TambergFifteen-year-old Madli confronts the physical and emotional horrors of war when her country, Estonia, is occupied by the Soviets during World War II.Fourteen and OlderView book details
Every Hidden ThingKenneth OppelIn the 1800’s Rachel and Samuel, children of competing paleontologist fathers, accompany them on a dinosaur hunt, uncovering more than new scientific facts.Fourteen and OlderView book details
The Forbidden OrchidSharon Biggs WallerIn the late 19th century, Elodie must save both her father and her family by traveling from England to China in search of a rare orchid.Fourteen and OlderView book details
Front LinesMichael GrantA multiethnic group of young women serve on the front lines in an alternate World War II where women can enlist or be drafted.Fourteen and OlderView book details
Girl in the Blue CoatMonica HesseAfter Hanneke is drawn into working for the Dutch Resistance in 1943, life under the Nazi occupation becomes even more dangerous.Fourteen and OlderView book details
Naked ’76Kevin BrooksIn this adventurous story, Lili narrates the rise and fall of her British punk rock band, Naked, and the changes that ensue after an Irish guitarist joins them.Fourteen and OlderView book details
The Passion of DolssaJulie BerryIn 13th-century France, a monk uncovers a disturbing tale of the persecution of a mystic, labeled a heretic, and of those who aided her.Fourteen and OlderView book details
Salt to the SeaRuta SepetysIn the winter of 1945, four teenaged refugees struggle to survive before the Soviets conquer Germany. They board the ill-fated transport ship Wilhelm Gustloff. Maps and author’s notes included.Fourteen and OlderLexile Text Measure HL560LATOS Book Level 4.5View book details
Traitor AngelsAnne BlankmanIn 1666 England, Elizabeth faces a choice. If she saves her father, John Milton, she may tear apart the very fabric of society.Fourteen and OlderView book details
As I DescendedRobin TalleyMaria and Lily are already at the top of their class, but because of their insecurities they plot to achieve more and stir up more than ghosts.Fourteen and OlderView book details
The Head of the SaintSocorro AcioliAn orphaned Brazilian boy sets off to find family he has never known. A statue’s head offers refuge and access to sounds that give him power.Fourteen and OlderView book details
Still Life with TornadoA. S. King99488-7 Sarah, an art student, suddenly can’t draw. Is it something she saw in class, or her parents’ deteriorating relationship? Why did her brother walk out six years ago?Fourteen and OlderView book details
Thanks for the TroubleTommy WallachA loner unable to speak since the death of his father five years earlier, 17-year-old Parker reengages when he becomes involved with a beautiful young girl who may be older than she seems.Fourteen and OlderView book details
When the Moon Was OursAnna-Marie McLemoreAs the friendship between teens Miel and Sam blossoms into romance, family secrets and questions of sexual identity threaten their relationship with their families and each other.Fourteen and OlderView book details
Away We GoEmil OstrovskiQuarantined at an elite school for kids with a fatal virus that is sweeping the country, Noah searches for love and meaning in a terminal world.Fourteen and OlderView book details
Bluescreen (Mirador series)Dan WellsIn 2050 Los Angeles, Marisa and her friends are master gamers and hackers. Are their skills sufficient to destroy a dangerous new virtual-reality drug that is threatening society?Fourteen and OlderView book details
Concentr8William SutcliffeIn a not so distant future London, the government withdraws a drug used to control disruptive youth. The citizens rebel and a gang from the projects takes a hostage, with unexpected consequences.Fourteen and OlderView book details
Mature contentOn the Edge of GoneCorinne DuyvisIn 2035 a lethally destructive comet hits Earth. Sixteen- year-old Denise struggles to save her family and survive the catastrophe.Fourteen and OlderView book details
Scythe (Arc of a Scythe series)Neal ShustermanRowan and Citra, both 16, are chosen to apprentice as sanctioned killers, called Scythes, in a future society where humans no longer die otherwise.Fourteen and OlderView book details
Mature contentWe Are the AntsShaun David HutchinsonAn alien abduction reveals to Henry Denton, an ordinary teen facing complex relationships, that he has 144 days to decide whether to prevent Earth’s destruction.Fourteen and OlderView book details
Today All We Have LeftWendy MillsThe stories of Alia, trapped in the World Trade Center in 2001, and of Jesse’s pain years later of not knowing how her brother died, are interwoven.Fourteen and OlderView book details
The Bitter Side of SweetTara SullivanTwo brothers, eight and 15, who are slave laborers on cacao plantations in Ivory Coast in Africa, rediscover freedom when a new girl arrives.Fourteen and OlderView book details
Burn Baby BurnMeg MedinaA 17-year-old Cuban American girl comes of age in New York, coping with her troubled family and a troubled city.Fourteen and OlderView book details
Cure for the Common UniverseChristian McKay HeidickerWhen Jaxon’s concerned father sends him to video- gaming rehab, Jaxon is faced with the challenge of figuring out who he is in real life.Fourteen and OlderView book details
Desert DarkSonja StoneSixteen-year-old Nadia, selected to attend an elite boarding school that is really a CIA training program, uses all her skills to prove she is not a double agent.Fourteen and OlderView book details
Gena/FinnHannah Moskowitz, Kat HelgesonFangirls Gena and Finn connect online and become fast friends. Their story is told through fanfic, fanart, e- mails, and text messages. Pen and ink drawings.Fourteen and OlderView book details
Georgia Peaches and Other Forbidden FruitJaye Robin BrownJoanna promises her accepting radio evangelist dad to hide her homosexuality from his new in-laws and new town. Then she falls in love. Can she keep her promise?Fourteen and OlderView book details
Girl in PiecesKathleen GlasgowCharlotte, 17, found in front of a hospital naked, bleeding, and wrapped in a sheet, is in rehab for self- harm. Can she ever learn to thrive?Fourteen and OlderLexile Text Measure HL740LATOS Book Level 5View book details
HiddenMiriam HalahmyFourteen-year-old Alix confronts racial prejudice and moral dilemmas when an illegal Iraqi immigrant washes up on the beach near her home.Fourteen and OlderView book details
Highly Illogical BehaviorJohn Corey WhaleySixteen-year-old Solomon suffers from a severe anxiety disorder and hasn’t left home for three years. Then Lisa enters his life. Is her friendship too good to be true?Fourteen and OlderView book details
Mature contentI See Reality: Twelve Short Stories about Real LifeGrace KendallSexual identity, racial identity, school violence, and living as an undocumented immigrant are among the issues explored in this anthology of prose and graphic format fiction.Fourteen and OlderView book details
The Last Boy and Girl in the WorldSiobhan VivianAs a violent storm threatens to destroy her town, 17- year-old Keeley must decide what’s worth saving and what to leave behind.Fourteen and OlderView book details
Learning to Swear in AmericaKatie KennedyCan a 17-year-old physics prodigy from Russia convince NASA that he can prevent a devastating collision as an asteroid hurtles toward Earth?Fourteen and OlderView book details
Lottery BoyMichael ByrneA 12-year-old living on the streets discovers he has a lottery ticket worth millions, but his dream-come-true quickly turns into a terrible nightmare.Fourteen and OlderView book details
Phantom LimbsPaula GarnerPhantom pain from Dara’s amputated arm and the aftereffects of the tragic death of Otis’s brother remain three years later in this story of loss and love.Fourteen and OlderView book details
The Smell of Other People’s HousesBonnie-Sue HitchcockFour teenagers in Alaska confront a variety of hard realities and difficult decisions, but also find loving support - sometimes from unexpected sources. Finely detailed black-and-white illustrations.Fourteen and OlderView book details
The Sun Is Also a StarNicola YoonAn unlikely series of events unite Natasha, an undocumented Jamaican immigrant being deported, and Daniel, a Korean American going to a college admissions interview, changing both forever.Fourteen and OlderLexile Text Measure HL650LATOS Book Level 4.7View book details
Symptoms of Being HumanJeff GarvinBlogging anonymously helps gender-fluid Riley cope with isolation and terrifying anxiety attacks - until the blog goes viral and Riley fears being outed and abused.Fourteen and OlderView book details
Mature contentTell Me Three ThingsJulie BuxbaumCan Jessie trust the anonymous person who e-mails with offers to befriend her at her new high school?Fourteen and OlderView book details
Tell Us Something TrueDana ReinhardtAfter being dumped by his girlfriend, River wanders into a teen support center, pretending to be an addict, and finally deals with his issues of abandonment.Fourteen and OlderView book details
This Is My Brain on BoysSarah StrohmeyerTo win a college scholarship, Addie tries to prove scientifically that love can be controlled. The experiment fails when Addie develops romantic feelings.Fourteen and OlderView book details
UnderwaterMarisa ReichardtSeventeen-year-old Morgan, crippled by panic attacks after witnessing a school shooting, learns to engage with the outside world again.Fourteen and OlderView book details
Unscripted Joss ByrdLygia Day PeñaflorTwelve-year-old Joss is a rising star, but her latest movie role about the uncomfortable past of her director makes her reexamine the people around her, the industry, and herself.Fourteen and OlderView book details
Up to this PointeJennifer LongoWhen Harper’s dream of a professional ballet career falls apart, a science internship at the South Pole provides the time and distance to reevaluate her future.Fourteen and OlderView book details
We Were Never HereJennifer GilmoreAs 16-year-old Lizzie struggles to come to terms with an illness, she befriends Connor, an attractive volunteer who has challenges of his own.Fourteen and OlderView book details
Whisper to MeNick LakeAfter making a gruesome discovery, Cassie begins to hear tormenting voices that threaten to punish her and drive her boyfriend away. Can she regain control of her life?Fourteen and OlderView book details
With MaliceEileen CookAfter a trip to Italy, a high school senior wakes up in a hospital, accused of causing the car accident that killed her best friend.Fourteen and OlderView book details
You Were HereCori McCarthyThe summer after graduation, five unlikely friends take turns narrating their adventures as they try to heal and forgive. Includes graphics and poems.Fourteen and OlderView book details
Zero DayJan GangseiKidnapped eight years before, Addie resurfaces when her father is president of the United States. Is she the same, or has she been brainwashed by cyberterrorists? A fast-paced thriller.Fourteen and OlderView book details
INFORMATION BOOKS The Distance between UsReyna GrandeDespite a childhood of hardships, poverty, and unreliable, troubled parents, the author, an illegal immigrant to the United States from Mexico, thrives as a writer.Fourteen and OlderView book details
Hillary Rodham Clinton: A Woman Living HistoryKaren BlumenthalA smart, dedicated public servant takes on the problems of the nation and the world and faces the ups and downs of politics. Black-and-white photographs.Fourteen and OlderView book details
In the Shadow of Liberty: The Hidden History of Slavery, Four Presidents, and Five Black LivesKenneth C. DavisThe individual lives of those enslaved by America’s revered early presidents come alive. Historical drawings, sources, and bibliography.Fourteen and OlderView book details
March: Book ThreeJohn Lewis, Andrew AydinThis is the final chapter of Congressman Lewis’s eyewitness account of the civil rights movement, from the 1963 church bombing in Birmingham, Alabama, to the passage of the Voting Rights Act of 1965. Pen and ink graphic panels.Fourteen and OlderView book details
Sabotage: The Mission to Destroy Hitler’s Atomic BombNeal BascombIn two daring missions during World War II, Norwegians destroyed heavy water crucial to Germany’s development of atomic weaponry. Photographs, maps, back matter.Fourteen and OlderView book details
Law and Justice The Borden Murders: Lizzie Borden & the Trial of the CenturySarah MillerDid she kill her parents with an axe or not? Follow newspaper accounts and courtroom proceedings of the sensational 1892 crime. Photographs and notes.Fourteen and OlderView book details
Teen Incarceration: From Cell Bars to Ankle BraceletsPatrick JonesThe social, legal, political, and scientific history of the juvenile justice system has shaped the current movement toward alternatives to incarceration. Archival photos, extensive back matter.Fourteen and OlderView book details
Feminism: Reinventing the F-WordNadia Abushanab HigginsGender justice, body image, and more are discussed in this comprehensive account of the history of 21st - century feminism, including gender justice and body image. Includes photos, sources, and a bibliography.Fourteen and OlderView book details
STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) *Radioactive!: How Irène Curie & Lise Meitner Revolutionized Science and Changed the WorldWinifred ConklingThis well-researched account examines the role of two women whose scientific research and discoveries led to the understanding and use of nuclear fission. Archival photographs, sources.Fourteen and OlderView book details
Reproductive Rights: Who Decides?Vicki Oransky WittensteinThis well-researched review examines different practices and attitudes concerning birth control and abortion over the centuries. Photographs and extensive back matter.Fourteen and OlderView book details