Once Upon an Hour
A child is told a bedtime tale about how the 12 animals of the Korean zodiac came together to save a young character on their quest for a plant known to have healing properties in this gorgeously illustrated picture book.
Nous sommes gentils
Un album qui encourage les enfants à être gentils avec les autres et avec eux-mêmes.
When We Are Kind / Nihá’ádaahwiinít’íigo
This dual-language beautiful picture book looks at how the simple act of being kind, to others and oneself, affects all aspects of a child’s life. In English and Diné.
Heart Sister
After his twin sister's death, a teenage filmmaker tries to track down the recipients of her organs in hopes that it will help his parents move on from the loss of their daughter.
Dreaming in Color
In this high-interest novel for teen readers, a young teen is thrilled when she gets into art school but shocked to learn that some students feel she doesn’t belong there.
Pia's Plans
In this high-interest accessible novel for middle readers, Pia has been desperately trying to make sure everything is perfect ever since her parents separated.
Stranded
In this high-interest accessible novel for teen readers, after a string of bad luck, a teenage boy takes a woman up on her generous offer of free room and board. But he soon learns that things are not as they seem.
The King of Jam Sandwiches
Thirteen-year-old Robbie never knows from one day to the next if there is going to be enough to eat or if his father will even come home.
Teaching Fairly in an Unfair World
An open-ended approach to giving students voice and challenging them to think critically about social justice issues.
Grandmother School
This brilliantly illustrated picture book tells the story of the Aajibaichi Shala, the Grandmother School, that was opened in Phangane, India, in 2016 to teach local grandmothers how to read and write.
Powwow
Part of the nonfiction Orca Origins series for middle readers. Illustrated with photographs, Powwow is a guide to the dance, music and culture of this Indigenous celebration.
90 Days of Different
In this novel for teens, Sophie graduates from high school, her boyfriend breaks up with her because she's boring, and her best friend challenges her to try 90 different things.
One Earth
This nonfiction book for teens profiles 20 environmental defenders of color from around the world. Their individual stories show that the intersection of environment and ethnicity is an asset to protecting our planet. Illustrated with photos of each of the people profiled.
Genius Jolene
In this illustrated early chapter book, Jolene travels with her long-haul trucker father to Los Angeles.
Simon Steps Into the Ring
A little boy learns to acknowledge his temper in this illustrated picture book for young readers.
On My Mountain
Both the perspective of the wolf and the shepherd are seen in this flippable picture book.
The Ledge
In this high-interest novel for teen readers, sixteen-year-old Nick tries to adjust to his new reality after a surfing accident leaves him partially paralyzed.
Stella Rising
In this high-interest novel for teen readers, sixteen-year-old Stella is suddenly famous after her music video goes viral.
Teaching Tough Topics
A comprehensive guide to choosing and using the best children’s books to address sensitive but significant topics in the classroom.
Light a Candle / Tumaini pasipo na Tumaini
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This dual-language English and Swahili picture book is inspired by the founding of Tanzania, told through the eyes of a young boy who climbs Mount Kilimanjaro to signify the country's independence.
Shadow Island
In this graphic novel for early middle readers, mysterious raccoon-like Moon Creatures are discovered on an island in the Pacific Northwest.
Super Power Baby Shower!
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What happens when a Super Family prepares for a Super Powered Baby Shower? Of course there’s going to be a distress call in the middle of the festivities!
