9 KilometersClaudio Aguilera, illustrated by Gabriela Lyon, Lawrence SchimelArt by Gabriela Lyon. Translated by Lawrence Schimel | Detailed acrylic illustrations convey the daily arduous journey that a young Chilean child makes in order to receive the education they so richly deserve. Extensive backmatter includes information about trips to school for children of other cultures.All readersATOS 3.1AR interest LG K-3View book detailsNYPL Best Books for Kids 2023
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9 KilometersClaudio Aguilera, illustrated by Gabriela Lyon, Lawrence SchimelArt by Gabriela Lyon. Translated by Lawrence Schimel | Detailed acrylic illustrations convey the daily arduous journey that a young Chilean child makes in order to receive the education they so richly deserve. Extensive backmatter includes information about trips to school for children of other cultures.All readersATOS 3.1AR interest LG K-3View book details
An American StoryKwame AlexanderArt by Dare Coulter | A teacher struggles to tell the story of American slavery in a society reluctant to grapple with its past atrocities. Mixed media illustrations and potent text convey the story of a people's strength, struggle, and resilience.All readersView book details
Ancestory: The Mystery and Majesty of Ancient Cave ArtHannah SalyerLuminous illustrations guide readers through the history and mystery of ancient art from the caves of Papua New Guinea to the deserts of North America.All readersView book details
Aniana del Mar Jumps InJasminne MendezRecently diagnosed with juvenile idiopathic arthritis, Aniana must navigate the dual obstacles of chronic pain and the familial trauma that keeps her mother stubbornly opposed to the young athlete’s dreams of life as a professional swimmer.All readersView book details
At the Drop of a CatÉlise FontenailleArt by Violeta Lópiz. Translated by Karin Snelson and Emilie Robert Wong | In this heartwarming story translated from French, lush illustrations provide a verdant backdrop as a young child lovingly speaks about his grandfather. Luis, a Spanish refugee living in France, never learned to read or write, nonetheless his grandson admires his many talents.All readersView book details
BigVashti HarrisonA young girl transcends opinions of her to hold space for herself and own the person she is both inside and out. Powerful, full-page illustrations and striking use of color push the limits of the picture book form.All readersLexile 190LATOS 1.7View book details
Big TuneAlliah L. AgostiniArt by Shamar Knight-Justice | Shane brings his community together after a broken speaker threatens to end his Jamaican American community's weekly dancehall parties. Told in colorful collage illustrations, this is an exuberant story filled with joy that highlights one of NYC's most dynamic enclaves.All readersView book details
The Boy Who Tried to Shrink His NameSandhya ParappukkaranArt by Michelle Pereira | Zimdalamashkermishkada starts at a new school and is afraid others will have trouble pronouncing his name. He tries many ways to shrink his name until his friends help him see it from a new perspective.All readersView book details
Breaking to the Beat!Linda J. AcevedoArt by Frank Morrison | Manolo, a shy Puerto Rican boy, discovers confidence that he never knew existed when he joins a break dancing team in the Boogie Down Bronx. Bold illustrations highlight the energetic dance moves of him and his crew in this historical fiction tale about the birth of hip-hop.All readersLexile 900LATOS 4.3View book details
Bunny and TreeBalint ZsakoBunny is separated from its colony and turns to a shape-shifting tree for help. Through nine wordless, thoughtfully illustrated acts, they brave predators, sail across oceans and fly through the sky in search of Bunny's new home.All readersView book details
BáboAstrid KamalyanArt by Anait Semirdzhyan | It's rug washing day! Tato and her siblings help Bábo soak, soap, and wash the family rugs clean in a story filled with lively action words that shows doing chores can be fun! Backmatter, including a glossary of Artsakh Armenian words, gives more detail on this family tradition.All readersLexile AD470LATOS 3.2View book details
Calling the Moon: 16 Period Stories from BIPOC AuthorsAida Salazar, Yamile Saied MendezThis empowering collection of short stories written by authors of diverse cultural and ethnic backgrounds shares the joy, gravity, and humor of menstruation from an array of perspectives.All readersView book details
CapeKevin JohnsonArt by Kitt Thomas | A young Black child draws strength from their beloved superhero cape after the death of a loved one. Evocative and immersive illustrations and gentle text convey the experience of grief from a child's perspective.All readersLexile AD350LATOS 2.5View book details
Chef EdnaMelvina NoelArt by Cozbi A. Cabrera | Meet Chef Edna Lewis, who introduced the flavors and traditions of southern cooking to New York City and the broader world. Lushly textured illustrations and evocative text tell the story of Edna's delicious success.All readersView book details
Chinese MenuGrace LinFrom dumplings to fortune cookies, delectable short stories tell the origin legends of Chinese American menu staples.All readersLexile 1040LATOS 7.1View book details
ContendersTraci SorellArt by Arigon Starr | It's the 1911 World Series! For the first time, two Native American players, John Meyers and Charles Bender, are facing off on the field. Hand-drawn illustrations inspired by Cahuilla and Ojibwe art and archival photos recount their lives and the racism they experienced.All readersLexile 1040LATOS 5.7View book details
Cross My Heart and Never LieNora DåsnesIn this sweetly sensitive graphic diary, 12-year-old Tuva navigates the difficulties that come with being a tween: balancing kid stuff with growing up, exploring relationships and first crushes, all while figuring out who she is and what she wants.All readersLexile HL430LATOS 3.2View book details
Curlfriends: New in TownSharee MillerTwelve-year-old military kid Charlie Harper is no stranger to being the new kid. Middle school means a fresh start, and she is convinced this is her chance to be cool. However, Charlie feels like fitting in might mean pretending to be someone she isn't.All readersView book details
Dear MothmanRobin GowThrough letters written to the mysterious Mothman of local lore, Noah explores the grief of losing his best friend and what it means to be trans.All readersLexile 701LATOS 4.5View book details
DeephavenEthan M. AldridgeSomething sinister lurks in the halls of Deephaven Academy. Amid new friendships and rivalries, young nonbinary inventor Nev quickly discovers that the school contains dark secrets that put every student in peril.All readersLexile 921LATOS 6View book details
Do You Remember?Sydney SmithA boy and his mother reflect on the past to bring comfort through a major life change. Poignantly illustrated vignettes depict the memories of birthdays, picnics, and heartfelt moments that help calm their spirits on their first night in a new home.All readersLexile 261LATOS 2.1View book details
Doodles from the Boogie DownStephanie RodriguezIn the Bronx circa 2000, it's time for eighth-grader Steph to apply to high school. Will she pick the private Catholic school chosen by her protective Dominican mother or LaGuardia, where she can pursue her own dreams of becoming an artist?All readersView book details
Eerie Tales from the School of ScreamsGraham AnnableEmily and Davis don't want to tell a spooky story... but their classmates do! Creepy tales of ghosts, aliens, and other fantastical creatures will scare and delight.All readersView book details
The Eyes and the ImpossibleDave EggersArt by Shawn Harris | In a wildlife park ruled by a cast of quirky animals, Johannes, a charismatic free dog and the appointed Eyes of the park, narrates a story that dips into the philosophical and the humorous while exploring themes of loss, community, love, and hope.All readersLexile 790LATOS 5.3View book details
The Fire, the Water, and Maudie McGinnSally J. PlaNeurodivergent Maudie settles into a small California town after wildfires force her to evacuate her dad's. As she learns to express herself through surfing, Maudie struggles with whether to confide in her dad about the physical and emotional abuse she experiences at her mom's house.All readersLexile 669LATOS 4.3View book details
Frankie and FriendsChristine PlattArt by Alea Marley | When Frankie's mom leaves to cover a breaking news story, Frankie copes by creating her own news show with the help of some imaginary pals and a furry friend. Can this news crew discover the source of the mysterious crying?All readersView book details
From Here to ThereVivian FrenchArt by Ya-Ling Huang | Learn how to use and draw maps in everyday life! With child-friendly illustrations and a warm father-daughter bond, this book is a fun journey into the world of cartography.All readersWord count 301View book details
Ghost GirlBrooke CarterArt by Alyssa Waterbury | While visiting their grandmother, 10-year-old Sly discovers the trapped spirit of a long-lost relative. Using their quick wit and intuition, Sly must decipher clues to free both their distant cousin and their grandmother from an eternity behind the mysterious mirror.All readersView book details
Glitter Everywhere!Chris BartonArt by Chaaya Prabhat | From flitter to slivers to glitter: an engaging and wide-ranging look into the history, future, and impact of the sparkly stuff that has fascinated people for ages.All readersLexile 950LATOS 6.3View book details
Great Carrier ReefJessica Stremer, illustrated by Gordy WrightArt by Gordy Wright | Dive deep to see new life flourish as a former aircraft carrier is transformed into the world's largest artificial reef.All readersView book details
GreenwildPari ThomsonBefore Daisy’s mother disappeared, she instructed her daughter to seek help in Kew Gardens should something go wrong. Now that everything has fallen apart and Daisy is on her own, she must travel to a magical world to find her mother, herself, and the many meanings of family.All readersLexile 870LATOS 5.6View book details
HandsTorrey MaldonadoTwelve-year-old Trev just wants to protect his family. When he learns his violent stepfather is scheduled to be released from jail, Trev feels torn between using his hands to fight or to make art. Compelling prose and complex characters create a story that hits hard.All readersLexile HL430LATOS 3.1View book details
Holding Her OwnTraci N. ToddArt by Shannon Wright | Explore the life and legacy of Black cartoonist Jackie Ormes through joyful illustrations that reflect her evolving art style. This story draws attention to an oft-overlooked artist whose significant accomplishments broke down barriers of her time.All readersLexile 701LATOS 4.5View book details
HoopsMatt TavaresWhen Title IX creates funding for a girls' basketball team, Judi gives up her spot on the cheer squad to join the Lady Bears. With enough determination and hard work, can the team earn their rights to equal treatment and climb their way to the championship?All readersLexile 361LATOS 2.6View book details
The House That WhispersLin ThompsonBetween growing family tension, an increasingly forgetful grandma, and being called a name that feels all wrong, Simon is miserable on a would-be fun trip to Nanaleen's. When a ghost hunting game gets too real, Simon must fix everything before his life completely falls apart.All readersView book details
How the Sea Came to BeJennifer BerneArt by Amanda Hall | Travel back to the beginning of time and to the bottom of the sea in this captivating journey with vivid art and engaging verse that chronicles how life in our oceans has evolved over time.All readersView book details
How to BirdRasha HamidDiscover the joy of birding in the heart of the city! This approachable and inclusive guide for children introduces birdwatching strategies that make nature accessible.All readersView book details
I'm FromGary R. Gray, Jr.Art by Oge Mora | A glimpse into the daily life of a young Black boy as he recognizes his place within his family and community and affirms: "I come from / somewhere."All readersLexile 281LATOS 2.2View book details
José and El PerroSusan Rose, Silvia LópezArt by Gloria Félix | José tries to give the new family dog commands, but Feliz just won't obey—that is, until José realizes that his dog doesn't understand Spanish. He is determined to make Feliz as bilingual as the rest of the family.All readersLexile 430LATOS 2View book details
JumperJessica LananThink, feel, move, JUMP! Discover the world from a bug's eye view in this immersive and informative look at a day in the life of an amazing arachnid.All readersLexile AD560LATOS 5.5View book details
Just Like GrandmaKim RogersArt by Julie Flett | In this warmly illustrated tale about a Native American family, Becca admires her grandmother's traditional beading and Fancy Shawl dancing, while Grandma appreciates Becca's basketball skills. Together, they realize that they have more in common than they thought.All readersLexile 549LATOS 3.6View book details
Kicks in the SkyC. G. EsperanzaEver wonder how those sneakers got on the power line? In this exuberant, energetic, and neon-hued story, a group of city kids develop skills beyond their wildest dreams as they search for an answer that "only the birds know."All readersView book details
Lasagna Means I Love YouKate O’ShaughnessyFeeling disconnected from her roots when she finds herself in the New York City foster care system, Mo begins writing letters to her late grandmother. Inspired by a stolen cookbook, Mo builds a website and connects with others to share recipes and find her relatives.All readersLexile 650LATOS 4.2View book details
Link + Hud: Heroes by a HairJarrett Pumphrey, Jerome PumphreyImaginative brothers Lincoln and Hudson Dupré may have met their match when their parents hire a new, no-nonsense babysitter. Will Ms. Joyce put the boys in their place, or will Link and Hud retire yet another sitter?All readersLexile GN610LATOS 4View book details
The Lion QueenRina SinghArt by Tara Anand | A compelling story of the first woman charged to protect India's Gir Forest and the endangered Asiatic lions that live there. Learn how her courage to pursue her dream inspired other women to do the same.All readersView book details
The Lost YearKatherine MarshDuring the Covid-19 pandemic, Matthew's Ukrainian American great-grandmother moves in. When Matthew discovers letters exchanged between cousins during the famine in 1930s Ukraine, his relationship with GG and understanding of her life and true identity are permanently altered.All readersView book details
Mama Shamsi at the BazaarMojdeh Hassani & Samira IravaniArt by Maya Fidawi | Samira is overwhelmed by the sights and sounds of the bazaar in Tehran. Through the fantastical lens of her grandmother's imagination and the comfort of her chador, Samira sees the joys and wonders of her bustling community and discovers that sometimes a little whimsy goes a long way.All readersView book details
The Many Masks of Andy ZhouJack ChengAndy has a lot on his plate: middle school, changing friendships, complicated family, and his own anxiety. Through a budding passion for art, Andy finds ways to help others in his life and discovers who he wants to be in this contemporary slice-of-life story.All readersLexile 690LATOS 4.4View book details
MascotCharles Waters, Traci SorellA broad range of emotions, opinions, and cultures are on display when seventh graders at Rye Middle School debate the implications of their school's racially charged mascot.All readersLexile 710LATOS 4.9View book details
Mehndi BoyZain BandaliArt by Jani Balakumar | Tehzeeb loves creating beautiful mehndi designs for his family and friends. When his uncle insists it's for girls, will Tez still enjoy practicing mehndi?All readersView book details
MexikidPedro MartínAs the first kid in his family to be born in the U.S., Pedro often feels more American than Mexican. While on a family roadtrip to bring his abuelito from Mexico to live in California, Pedro reconnects with his roots and learns more about the place his family calls home.All readersLexile HL530LATOS 3.5View book details
The Mona Lisa VanishesNicholas DayArt by Brett Helquist | The Mona Lisa has gone missing from the Louvre! Was it a daring thief, a famous painter, or someone else? Experience early 1900s Paris, meet legendary detectives, and contemplate the strange life of Leonardo da Vinci in this thrilling exploration of art, history, and fame.All readersLexile 780LATOS 5View book details
The Monkey TrialAnita SanchezMeet John Scopes, arrested in 1925 for daring to teach about evolution. A narrative rich in primary sources vividly portrays the clash between science and religion, the intense media scrutiny, and the bravery of a teacher who challenged convention.All readersView book details
Mr. SMonica ArnaldoA group of students arrive on the first day to find an impressive-looking sandwich seated at the teacher's desk. Baffled, they wonder, could this be their teacher? Hilarity ensues in this silly and unexpected story.All readersLexile AD540LATOS 3View book details
My Baba's GardenJordan ScottArt by Sydney Smith | Tender illustrations tell the story of a young child and their grandmother. Despite the fact that they speak two different languages, they connect as they care for a garden together and, in the process, create a deep and lasting bond.All readersView book details
My Indigo WorldRosa ChangFrom seed to plant to the bluest blue of all, learn how indigo dye is crafted in community through a practice inspired by traditional jjok dyeing in Korea.All readersView book details
Nothing Else but MiraclesKate AlbusPop has gone off to fight in World War II. With no mother to keep them in line, Dory and her brothers rely upon the kindness of their Lower East Side community and their own ingenuity to outsmart a nosy landlord, solve a mystery, and hold things together until Pop comes home.All readersView book details
Papá's Magical Water-Jug ClockJesús TrejoArt by Eliza Kinkz | Jesus is excited to go to work with Papa! Papa explains that when the water jug is empty, their work is done, so clever Jesus hatches a plan to distribute all the water by midday. Told through distinct, hand-drawn art, this story presents a balanced lesson about patience and ingenuity.All readersView book details
Parachute KidsBetty C. TangWhen Mama's visa extension is denied, the Lin kids must stay behind in the U.S. while their mom travels back to Taiwan. With support from family friends, they must learn how to live in this new country, lean on each other, and handle tough life lessons together.All readersLexile HL250LATOS 2.5View book details
The Party DiairesMitali Banerjee Ruths, illustrated by Aaliya JaleelArt by Aaliya Jaleel | Contemplative Priya and her extroverted best friend plan a color-themed birthday party for Priya's aunt.All readersLexile 580LATOS 3.8View book details
Rainbow ShoppingQing ZhuangA recently emigrated Chinese family is usually too busy working to dine together. Textured illustrations provide a feeling of home as they take a long train ride to Chinatown to gather colorful ingredients for a meal that will bring them all together.All readersView book details
RememberJoy HarjoArt by Michaela Goade | A contemplative reminder of our universal connection to the earth and to each other, grounded in Mvskoke tradition. Dreamlike illustrations evoke Tlingit creation stories and landscapes in this new presentation of Harjo's acclaimed poem.All readersLexile AD480LATOS 2.1View book details
Remember UsJacqueline WoodsonIt's summer in "The Matchbox" Bushwick, and seventh-grader Sage just wants to play basketball. But outside the game, there's a world of changing friendships, sudden deaths, and homes lost and found. A gritty but lyrical look at what "once was" in 1970s Brooklyn.All readersView book details
Rock, Rosetta, Rock! Roll, Rosetta, Roll!Tonya BoldenArt by R. Gregory Christie | Sister Rosetta Tharpe rock and rolled her way to stardom from a young age and became a major genre-crossing musical influence. Tharpe's story is illustrated in blocky colors as bold as her playing.All readersView book details
Roll, Roll, Little PeaCécile BergameArt by Magali Attiogbé | When one little pea escapes its bowl, an adventure begins. Chant along through the interactive text and vibrant art as little pea narrowly escapes the cat that will crunch, the pig that will munch, and the wolf that will devour it!All readersLexile AD580LATOS 3.8View book details
Ruby Lost and FoundChristina LiIt's the worst punishment 13-year-old Ruby could imagine: being forced to spend the summer at her grandmother's senior center. As Ruby delves deeper into her Chinese American community, she grapples with her grandfather's death and concern for Nai-Nai's fading memory.All readersLexile 631LATOS 4.1View book details
Salma Makes a HomeDanny RamadanArt by Anna Bron | Salma's father is finally reuniting with the family in Canada, but she fears he won't love their new home as much as he loves Damascus.All readersLexile 680LATOS 4.4View book details
Saving SunshineSaadia FaruqiMuslim twins Zara and Zeeshan can't seem to get along! While on a family trip, they find an ailing sea turtle and realize they must work together to save its life and unite against the prejudice they face.All readersLexile 381LATOS 2.7View book details
Search for a Giant SquidAmy Seto ForresterArt by Andy Chou Musser | Go on a deep-sea dive in this pick-your-path adventure! Readers choose a team, submarine, and route on their quest to spot an elusive giant squid.All readersLexile 610LATOS 4View book details
Shipwrecked!Martin W. SandlerPlunge into the depths of seven famed shipwrecks around the world and learn how they've contributed to our understanding of the past.All readersLexile 1300LATOS 8.9View book details
Sisters of the Lost MarshLucy StrangeSix sisters beset by one curse. Young Willa isn't about to let superstition dictate her family's fate, nor her cruel father, the mysterious Full Moon Fayre, or even the Shadow Man.All readersLexile 800LATOS 5.1View book details
The SkullJon KlassenOtilla stumbles upon a dark castle where a lonely talking skull resides. A true friendship can be found in the most unlikely of places.All readersView book details
The Sky Is Not the LimitJérémie DecalfLyrical text and minimalist art guide budding astronomers on a journey with Voyager 2 over more than four decades of space exploration.All readersView book details
Stars of the NightCaren StelsonArt by Selina Alko | Follow the perilous journey of a group of children at the outset of World War II in Czechoslovakia to safety in England and their relentless search for family in the aftermath. Poignant and layered art illustrates a gripping tale of survival and defiance.All readersLexile 530LATOS 3.5View book details
The Swifts: A Dictionary of ScoundrelsBeth LincolnArt by Claire Powell | The Swift family reunion gives young Shenanigan an opportunity to hunt for Grand Uncle Vile's hidden treasure. But when someone shoves Arch-Aunt Schadenfreude down the stairs, things take a dark and deadly turn, and Shenanigan employs her relatives' help to track down the killer.All readersView book details
Thank a FarmerMaria GianferrariArt by Monica Mikai | Meet a diverse group of farmers that provide us with the food we eat every day. Told through colorful illustrations with text that begs to be read aloud.All readersLexile NP0LATOS 0.1View book details
That FlagTameka Fryer BrownArt by Nikkolas Smith | Keira and Bianca are best friends, but only at school. At home, Bianca's family flies a Confederate flag, and their differing perspectives on the flag's meaning cause conflict. When a tragedy occurs in their community, they must grapple with the flag's impact and racist history.All readersWord count 599View book details
There Was a Party for LangstonJason ReynoldsArt by Jerome and Jarrett Pumphrey | There's a party at the Schomburg Center and everyone's invited! Through a cast of famous luminaries of the 20th century, this beautiful and moving celebration of the life and work of Langston Hughes is told through handmade stamped illustrations and poetic text.All readersLexile 640LATOS 4.1View book details
These Olive TreesAya GhanamehA young Palestinian girl is forced to leave her home at a refugee camp along with the precious olive trees her family has cultivated. In pages of moving prose and distinctive illustrations, she finds a way to continue her family's legacy and sustain a connection to her homeland.All readersView book details
They Hold the LineDan PaleyArt by Molly Mendoza | Lightning strikes, a spark ignites, smoke billows, and danger lurks! Vivid art and powerful text highlight the complex job of firefighters who battle fierce wildfires.All readersLexile 840LATOS 5.4View book details
Things in the BasementBen HatkeMilo ventures into the labyrinthian depths beneath his new house and discovers a world of adventure he never anticipated.All readersLexile 261LATOS 2.1View book details
To the Other SideErika MezaIn search of safety, a young girl invents a game to help her brother endure the long, hard journey across the border to asylum in a new home. Despite fears of monsters and unknowns, the refugee children remain motivated and resilient, even when the game is no longer fun.All readersLexile 190LATOS 1.7View book details
Total GarbageRebecca DonnellyArt by John Hendrix | Where does the garbage we make go and what happens to it once it gets there? Learn how our choices and those of the people and companies around us contribute to global waste and what we can do to lessen our impact.All readersLexile 1140LATOS 8.2View book details
The Train HomeDan-ah KimWhen a girl grows tired of her loud and crowded apartment, she takes a magical subway ride to fantastical destinations throughout the city.All readersView book details
Two TribesEmily Bowen CohenSince her Muskogee father and Jewish mother separated when she was three, Mia is constantly caught in between—out of place in her Jewish school and disconnected from her Indigenous roots. Can she find a way to forge an identity of her own and embrace all parts of herself?All readersLexile 420LATOS 2.9View book details
The Umbrella Maker's SonKatrina LenoIn a city of unending rain, Oliver Buckle is expected to follow in his father's footsteps of umbrella-making. Fate, however, has different plans that will plunge Oliver and his best friend into a wild adventure on their way to the heart of a weather conspiracy.All readersView book details
The Unlovable Alina ButtAmbreen Butt-HussainAlina is a misfit: an awkward tween from Pakistan with frizzy hair, a nose she hasn't quite grown into, and a last name that is the "butt" of every joke. As Alina navigates new friendships and stands up to bullies, her confidence and self-understanding begin to take shape.All readersView book details
Unseen JungleEleanor Spicer RiceArt by Rob Wilson | Discover all the icky, silly, and DISGUSTING facts about the microbial world. From mind-controlling microbes to fart-saving termites, this is a truly engrossing adventure for the science-curious.All readersView book details
The WalkWinsome BinghamArt by E.B. Lewis | A young girl and her neighbors walk together to participate in an important act of democracy: voting! Photorealistic illustrations modeled after a real-life town highlight how the difficult journey to the polls can be made easier through the power of community.All readersView book details
Whale FallMelissa StewartArt by Rob Dunlavey | What happens when a whale dies? One creature's end brings a new beginning as the whale becomes a feast for deep sea dwellers and a home to nourish all kinds of organisms from zombie worms to microbes.All readersLexile AD1060LATOS 7.3View book details
What Happened to Rachel Riley?Claire SwinarskiAspiring investigative journalist Anna Hunt wants to figure out her new school dynamics and why no one talks to Rachel Riley. Anna dives in and uncovers an iceberg of issues, including Rachel's ostracization, pressure to remain silent, and sexual harassment disguised as a game.All readersLexile 750LATOS 4.8View book details
When You Can SwimJack WongBeautifully rendered, warm, pastel and watercolor illustrations depict diverse families enjoying swimming in the outdoors. Lyrical prose affirms that all children have a safe, joyful place in nature.All readersView book details
Where the Lockwood GrowsOlivia A. ColeIn this skillfully spun futuristic story, two sisters set out to uncover the sinister truth behind the vines that keep their town in never-ending darkness.All readersView book details
Will on the InsideAndrew EliopulosAmid the challenges of middle school, Will receives a diagnosis of Crohn's disease that may mean the end of soccer. His friendships, social standing, and identity suddenly feel a lot more complicated, and he must embrace who he is, both inside and out.All readersView book details
Window FishingDK DysonArt by Rudy Gutierrez | When a boy hangs a paperclip on a string out of his window, the artist downstairs draws a colorful fish for the boy to reel in. Whimsical, brightly colored art illustrates how their clever idea catches on and spreads delight throughout their East Harlem neighborhood.All readersView book details
A Work in ProgressJarrett LernerTold through verse, prose, and illustration, this intimate and powerful novel tackles bullying, eating disorders, and self-esteem issues from the perspective of a middle school boy on the road to healing and self-acceptance.All readersLexile 580LATOS 3.8View book details
Worm and Caterpillar Are FriendsKaz WindnessWorm and Caterpillar are best friends! They have so much in common. Can their friendship survive some big changes?All readersLexile 157LATOS 1.5View book details
The Year My Life Went Down the ToiletJake Maia ArlowThe last thing Al Schneider wants to do is talk about her stomach problems, but after a diagnosis of Crohn's disease, that's all anyone wants her to do! When Al joins a support group and meets Mina, suddenly it’s more than just Crohn’s causing the butterflies in her stomach.All readersView book details
You Are Here: Connecting FlightsEllen OhIn this series of interwoven short stories by AAPI authors, Asian American families find themselves stranded in an airport during a storm. While they wait it out, these characters resist, resolve, and find solidarity against racism to show the world that they belong.All readersView book details
You So BlackTheresa tha S.O.N.G.B.I.R.D.Art by London Ladd | A racially charged insult is reclaimed for Black pride and power through bold mixed-media collage and affirming text.All readersView book details