Children’s / Teenage general interest: Communities, places and peoples
Waterbrook Press (A Division of Random House Inc) Shh... Baby is Sleeping
Book SynopsisThe author of the bestselling God Gave Us series invites children to snuggle in close and peek into the stable where the animals are celebrating the very first Christmas.All be quiet...settle down. Shh, shh, shh. Baby Jesus is sleeping. So begins this sweet bedtime story in which all the animals in the nativity scene call their little ones to snuggle in close and rest quietly as they honor the arrival of a precious Baby--the Savior of all living things--that first Christmas night.Not a peep, Little Sheep. Baby Jesus is sleeping!Lie down now, Little Cow. Baby Jesus is sleeping!...We rest tonight, knowing he is near.Our promised King is finally here!
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Random House USA Inc The Dragons Promise
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Random House USA Inc Blue Loves You Blues Clues You
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Random House USA Inc Dr. Seusss Thankful Things
Book SynopsisJoin Thing One and Thing Two from Dr. Seuss''s The Cat in the Hat as they list all the things they are thankful for in this seasonal board book.Written in super-simple rhyme, this sweet, sturdy board book features Thing One and Thing Two as they celebrate all there is to be thankful for--from things to learn and games to play, to pies and each other! A perfect gift for Thanksgiving, birthdays, baby showers, or any time of year, this sixth book in the Things seasonal board book series is an ideal way to introduce the very youngest children to the concept of gratitude and to the magical world of Dr. Seuss!
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Random House USA Inc Caring Berenstain Bears Gifts of the Spirit
Book SynopsisAunt Min''s baby arrives in this faith-based storybook starring the Berenstain Bears!The Berenstain Bears Gifts of the Spirit series celebrates the joy of faith, family, and friends?values essential to a wholesome and fulfilling life!This 32-page Berenstain Bears storybook, created by Mike Berenstain, son of Stan and Jan Berenstain, includes a soon-to-be classic story about the joy of caring for family and friends!
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Random House USA Inc Becoming Adapted for Young Readers
Book Synopsis#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER?Michelle Obama?s worldwide bestselling memoir, Becoming, is now adapted for young readers.Michelle Robinson was born on the South Side of Chicago. From her modest beginnings, she would become Michelle Obama, the inspiring and powerful First Lady of the United States, when her husband, Barack Obama, was elected the forty-fourth president. They would be the first Black First Family in the White House and serve the country for two terms.Growing up, Michelle and her older brother, Craig, shared a bedroom in their family?s upstairs apartment in her great-aunt?s house. Her parents, Fraser and Marian, poured their love and energy into their children. Michelle?s beloved dad taught his kids to work hard, keep their word, and remember to laugh. Her mom showed them how to think for themselves, use their voice, and be unafraid.But life soon took her far from home. With determination, carefully made plans, and the desire to achieve, Michelle was eager to expand the sphere of her life from her schooling in Chicago. She went to Princeton University, where she learned what it felt like to be the only Black woman in the room. She then went to Harvard Law School, and after graduating returned to Chicago and became a high-powered lawyer. Her plans changed, however, when she met and fell in love with Barack Obama.From her early years of marriage, and the struggle to balance being a working woman, a wife, and the mom of two daughters, Michelle Obama details the shift she made to political life and what her family endured as a result of her husband?s fast-moving political career and campaign for the presidency. She shares the glamour of ball gowns and world travel, and the difficulties of comforting families after tragedies. She managed to be there for her daughters? swim competitions and attend plays at their schools without catching the spotlight, while defining and championing numerous initiatives, especially those geared toward kids, during her time as First Lady.Most important, this volume for young people is an honest and fascinating account of Michelle Obama?s life led by example. She shares her views on how all young people can help themselves as well as help others, no matter their status in life. She asks readers to realize that no one is perfect, and that the process of becoming is what matters, as finding yourself is ever evolving. In telling her story with boldness, she asks young readers: Who are you, and what do you want to become?
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Random House USA Inc Nosotros Means Us
Book SynopsisA moving bilingual ode to the unshakeable bond between a parent and child in the tradition of Runaway Bunny and The Wonderful Things You Will Be, from a New York Times bestselling creator.If I were a sheep, you would be a lamb.If I were a bear, you would be a cub.As a mother holds her toddler, they muse over the way their love would translate if they were different animals. But no matter how they change, they will always be “us.” This bilingual story is a timeless ode to the unshakable bond between parent and child.Si yo fuera una oveja, tú serías un cordero.Si yo fuera una osa, tú serías un osenzo.Con su niño en brazos, una madre contempla cómo sería elamorentre ellos si fueran diferentes animales. Pero por mucho que cambien,no importa. Siempre serán“nosotros”. Este cuento bilingüe es una oda eterna al lazo irrompibleentre madre e hijo.
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Random House USA Inc The Watsons Go to Birmingham1963 25th Anniversary
Book SynopsisDuring one of the most important times in the civil rights movement, one unforgettable family goes on a road trip in this Newbery and Coretta Scott King Honoree, from author Christopher Paul Curtis, recipient of the Coretta Scott King–Virginia Hamilton Award for Lifetime Achievement. This special edition makes a perfect gift and includes bonus content. When the Watson family—ten-year-old Kenny, Momma, Dad, little sister Joetta, and brother Byron—sets out on a trip south to visit Grandma in Birmingham, Alabama, they don’t realize that they’re heading toward one of the darkest moments in America’s history. The Watsons’ journey reminds us that even in the hardest times, laughter and family can help us get through anything. A modern classic. —NPR“Marvelous . . . both comic and deeply moving.” —The New York TimesOne of the best novels EVER. &md
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Random House USA Inc Chaos Theory
Book SynopsisThe #1 New York Times bestselling author of Dear Martin delivers a gripping romance about two teens: a certified genius living with a diagnosed mental disorder and a politician''s son who is running from his own addiction and grief. Don''t miss this gut punch of a novel about mental health, loss, and discovering you are worthy of love.Scars exist to remind us of what we’ve survived. DETACHEDSince Shelbi enrolled at Windward Academy as a senior and won’t be there very long, she hasn’t bothered making friends. What her classmates don’t know about her can’t be used to hurt her—you know, like it did at her last school. WASTEDAndy Criddle is not okay. At all.He’s had far too much to drink.Again. Which is bad.And things are about to get worse. When Shelbi sees Andy at his lowest, she can relate. So she doesn’t resist reaching out. And th
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Random House USA Inc Chaos Theory
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Random House USA Inc If the World Were 100 People
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Penguin Young Readers Me Dicen Gero Poemas de Un Chavo de la Frontera
Book SynopsisLa vida de un niño nacido en la frontera no es fácil, pero Güero sabe cómo hacerle frente: escribiendo poemas. Güero tiene doce años y es mexicano y americano al mismo tiempo. Sabe sentirse en casa en ambos lados del rio, y en su vida hay tanto español como inglés. Güero ha comenzado el séptimo año en la escuela, y su profe de inglés hace que hasta los poemas suenen cool. Güero es como llaman a los chicos como el: pálidos. Pero no te equivoques, nuestro héroe pelirrojo y con pecas es puro mexicano, como el Canelo Álvarez. Además, Güero es un nerd —lector, gamer, músico— que se junta con una banda de inadaptados como el: Los Bobbys. Como todos los chicos de su edad, Los Bobbys se meten en problemas y, ¡hasta les gustan las chicas! Pero bueno, ¡cuidado con Joanna! Es dura como ninguna.De la mano de las tradi
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Penguin Young Readers Pocho Mexican Whiteboy
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Penguin Young Readers Yo te salvaré I Will Save You
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Penguin Young Readers MÃs allà de la frontera Living Beyond Borders
Book SynopsisVeinte cuentos, ensayos, poemas y cómics de autores célebres y galardonados componen esta antología juvenil que explora la experiencia mexicoamericana.En esta colección que mezcla diferentes géneros: cuentos, ensayos personales, poesía y cómics, este grupo célebre de autores comparte las fronteras que han cruzado, los obstáculos que han atravesado y las dos culturas por las que continúan navegando como mexicoamericanos. Más allá de la frontera es a la vez una carta de amor reveladora, desgarradora y esperanzadora de la comunidad mexicoamericana a los lectores jóvenes de hoy.Una poderosa exploración de lo que significa ser mexicoamericano.Incluye obras de Francisco X. Stork, Guadalupe García McCall, David Bowles, Rubén Degollado, e.E. Charlton-Trujillo, Diana López, Xavier Garza, Trinidad Gonzales, Alex Temblador, Aida Salazar, Guadal
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Penguin Young Readers Lloro por la tierra Roll of Thunder Hear My Cry
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Penguin Young Readers Mi buena mala suerte Lucky Broken Girl
Book Synopsis¡Ruth Behar recibió el premio de autor Pura Belpré 2018 por Mi buena mala suerte!Un libro para cualquiera que se recupere de las heridas de la infancia. —Sandra Cisneros, autora de La casa en Mango Street En esta inolvidable narrativa multicultural sobre la mayoría de edad, basada en la infancia de la autora en la década de 1960, una joven inmigrante cubano-judía se está adaptando a su nueva vida en la ciudad de Nueva York cuando su sueño americano se descarrila repentinamente. La difícil situación de Ruthie intrigará a los lectores, y su poderosa historia de fuerza y resistencia, llena de color, luz y conmoción, permanecerá con ellos durante mucho tiempo. Ruthie Mizrahi y su familia emigraron recientemente de la Cuba de Castro a la ciudad de Nueva York. Justo cuando finalmente comienza a ganar confianza en su dominio del inglés
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Penguin Young Readers Cartas de Cuba
Book SynopsisLa inspiradora historia de una joven judía que escapa de Polonia para rehacer su vida en Cuba, mientras trabaja para rescatar al resto de su familia.Libro ganador del premio Junior Library Guild Gold Selection 2021La situación se está poniendo terrible para los judíos en Polonia en vísperas de la Segunda Guerra Mundial. El padre de Esther ha huido a Cuba y ella es la primera en seguir sus pasos y reencontrarse con él en la isla. Vivir separada de su querida hermana es desgarrador, por lo que Esther promete escribirle cartas contándole todo lo que le suceda hasta el día en que se vuelvan a reunir. Y lo hace, manteniendo un registro tanto de lo bueno —la bondad del pueblo cubano y su descubrimiento de un valioso talento oculto— como de lo malo: el hecho de que las garras del nazismo se han arraigado incluso en Cuba. Las evocadoras cartas de Esther están llenas de su aprecio por la vida y rev
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Penguin Young Readers Barely Floating
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Nancy Paulsen Books Hands
Book SynopsisThe author of What Lane? and Tight delivers a fast-paced read that packs a punch about a boy figuring out how to best use his hands - to build or to knock down.Trade Review* “Maldonado’s latest tells a story many middle grade kids will have an immediate personal connection to: shouldering adult problems and taking them on as their own. . . . Maldonado’s story moves quickly, but it packs a punch with a rapidly progressing plot and short chapters. Tweens will appreciate the tight prose. When the novel concludes, readers will feel a sense of the real community Trev has beyond his immediate family. They will also appreciate the complex supporting characters and feel hopeful for Trev’s future. Those who have enjoyed Maldonado’s earlier books as well as fans of Jason Reynolds 'Track' series will love this one too. This is an absolute must-have for every middle grade library collection.” —School Library Journal, starred review“Trevor must decide what kind of person he aspires to be and what he’s willing to risk for his future. The author caters to reluctant readers while exploring complex ideas surrounding community, domestic abuse, and problem-solving. Brief chapters, a fast-paced narrative, and simple language make this an accessible read. The characters feel relatable, and Trevor’s love for his community comes through clearly in the first-person narration. Though by the conclusion, Trevor’s problems aren’t over, that doesn’t mean he’s facing them alone. . . . A short story with a lasting impact.” —Kirkus Reviews“This intense page-turner by Maldonado (What Lane?) perceptively explores the complexities of one Black tween’s experience facing difficult situations, the effect that violence has on one family’s future, and the value of community when working through hardship.” —Publishers Weekly“This coming-of-age story is about the choices one can make and how they can affect our future, as well as the importance of family, even those who may not be related by blood. This has a powerful plot and an immersive text, and it's packaged in a short format perfect for impatient readers.” —Booklist “Based on Maldonado’s own experience of growing up in Brooklyn’s Red Hook Houses, this is an accessible, engaging, and heartfelt story.” —Horn Book“Explores the difficult topic of domestic abuse via a genuine tale that is accessible to young readers. . . . Maldonado is seasoned at writing novels in urban settings and this title stands out as one of his stronger works. Trev is a likable and strong character with a range of emotions that young readers will understand. The neighborhood comes alive . . . and features many colorful secondary characters. The book ends on a hopeful tone as Trevor realizes he has both family and a community who will stand behind him. Reminiscent of how Brubaker made the topic of sexual abuse accessible to a younger audience in Fighting Words, Maldonado does the same for domestic abuse in this book. A worthy addition to library collections.” —School Library Connection“Torrey taps into a kind of writing we’ve been in dire need of for a very long time. And with his authentic voice and whole heaping helpfuls of heart, his latest book Hands is one that your kids are NOT going to want to miss. . . . The fact of the matter is that there is no other author out there writing with Maldonado’s capabilities and then consistently putting out full-length stories that are this short. . . . A great deal of the book’s lure lies in its complications. Trev’s problem is anything but straightforward. . . . The author is being honest with the reader. Life is rarely tied up in a neat little bow, and in eschewing some kind of deus ex machina, the story is honoring the complications surrounding Trev’s life. . . . Homey and touching, complicated and unafraid to deal with paradoxes . . . the final product is ultimately a strong piece I’d hand to any kid willingly. Especially the kids that don’t even know it’s what they need. Yet.” —Betsy Bird, A Fuse #8 Production
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Penguin Putnam Inc Go Forth and Tell The Life of Augusta Baker
Book SynopsisTrade Review★ "Intricate details will draw novice readers back to the pages, while more experienced readers will find a treasure trove of biographical sources compiled by McDaniel . . . here’s thoughtfulness here in the craft and pacing of her prose, certainly; reverence, too, inthe textured layers of Harrison’s mixed-media and visual storytelling. But more than anything, simplecare is evident. Care for a Black librarian who sought out every gap a tale could bridge, who shattered barriers to ensure Black children would see themselves on library shelves, and whose legacy continues to this day exactly as it began—in the thrall of good stories." —Kirkus, starred review★ "Brimming with color and texture, Harrison's illustrations incorporate acrylics, pen, and mixed-media collage elements that bestow a pleasing three-dimensional look to the scenes . . . Appended with a time line, sources, and author's note, this makes a worthy addition to library collections." —Booklist, starred review★ "[A] glowing account of legendary storytelling librarian Baker . . . Harrison’s intricate mixed-media collages employ shifting scale to bring to life this vital history of a vital figure." —Publishers Weekly, starred review★ "McDaniel gives an account of Baker’s life that is as celebratory as the heroes in her folktales, attesting that Baker internalized the message that 'where there’s a will, there’s a way'. Harrison’s exuberant mixed-media collage illustrations capture the vibrancy of both the storyteller and her stories, creating worlds and words that leap off pages." —Horn Book, starred review
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Nancy Paulsen Books Horan M I Have Seven Dogs
Book SynopsisZoe isn’t allowed to have a dog of her own, but fortunately the neighborhood pooches inspire an awesome idea!It’s an age-old problem—Zoe wants a dog but can’t have one. But that doesn’t stop her from befriending all the dogs in her neighborhood—and appreciating each one’s charms and quirks. She knows which pups give high-fives, enjoy being read to, and love music. And she also knows she’s good at solving problems, so when a visit to the community garden inspires a brilliant doggy idea, it’s time to celebrate! Young animal lovers will appreciate Zoe’s predicament and love her paws-itively pup-filled solution.Trade Review“A dog lover prevented from pet ownership finds a creative solution. . . . Horan’s straightforward, minimal text tells a cheerful story. . . . A sweet and gently humorous tale, with lively, colorful illustrations that bring to life a tightknit urban community. Young children will feel empowered witnessing how Zoe finds a way to deal with a seemingly insurmountable issue. . . . An upbeat, charming reminder that any problem can be solved with the right attitude.” —Kirkus Reviews“Horan’s first foray into picture books is expressively illustrated by Wulfekotte, whose spunky pups and sweet siblings pack cheery personality into every page. Zoe breaks the fourth wall to make eye contact with the reader at times, bringing us in on her good-natured scheme. Beyond the story’s appeal to animal admirers, Zoe’s original approach toward satisfying her wish for a dog demonstrates an admirable emotional intelligence. This is a charming pick for dog lovers and an obvious selection for library ‘paws to read’ programs.” —Booklist
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Penguin Young Readers Tumble
Book SynopsisFrom the award-winning author of The First Rule of Punk and Strange Birds, a dazzling novel about a young girl who collects the missing pieces of her origin story from the family of legendary luchadores she’s never met.A 2023 Pura Belpré Author Honor BookTwelve-year-old Adela “Addie” Ramírez has a big decision to make when her stepfather proposes adoption. Addie loves Alex, the only father figure she’s ever known, but with a new half brother due in a few months and a big school theater performance on her mind, everything suddenly feels like it’s moving too fast. She has a million questions, and the first is about the young man in the photo she found hidden away in her mother’s things.Addie’s sleuthing takes her to a New Mexico ranch, and her world expands to include the legendary Bravos: Rosie and Pancho, her paternal grandparents and former professional wrestlers; Eva and MaggieTrade ReviewPraise for TUMBLE By Celia C. Pérez:A 2023 Pura Belpré Honor Award WinnerA Junior Library Guild selectionAn NPR Best Book of 2022A 2022 Horn Book Fanfare Selection A BookPage Best Middle Grade Book of 2022A Kirkus Reviews Best Middle Grade Book of 2022 A 2022 Amazon Best Book of August A Chicago Public Library Best of the Best Book of 2022 A NYPL Best Book for Kids 2022 An Evanston Public Library 101 Great Book for Kids 2022 A Center for the Study of Multicultural Children’s Literature Best Book of 2022A Multnomah County Library Best Book of 2022A 2023 Illinois Reads selectionA 2023 Texas Lone Star Reading List Selection A 2023 Rise: A Feminist Book Project List SelectionAn ALSC 2023 Notable Children’s BookA 2024 Georgia Children’s Book Award Finalists A 2023-24 Land of Enchantment Book Award NomineeA Bank Street Best Books of 2023A 2023 Reading the West Book Award Shortlist SelectionNational Book Festival: New Mexico’s Great Read 2023, Children's CategoryA 2023 Judy Lopez Memorial Award Honor book“Gripping, funny, and unique.” —Veera Hiranandani, Newbery Honor-winning author of The Night Diary★ “A plucky, heartwarming tale that celebrates the complexity of family relationships.”—Kirkus Reviews, starred review ★ “Humor and heartfelt emotion reign supreme.”—Publishers Weekly, starred review ★ “Very entertaining . . . Any child who also likes professional wrestling will eat this right up.”—School Library Connection, starred review★ "A must-have for any library collection serving tweens.” —School Library Journal, starred review★ "Adela loves mythology and draws parallels from it to wrestling’s celebrity allure and peripatetic lifestyle...It all acts as an engaging backdrop to this story of family lost and found and of making amends."—The Horn Book, starred review★ “Tumble is a complex, emotional story about loss, self-discovery and belonging, about forgetting who you were and remembering who you are.” —BookPage, starred reviewSelect accolades and praise for STRANGE BIRDS:A 2020 Rise: A Feminist Book Project List SelectionA 2020 Bank Street College of Education Best Children's Book of the YearAn ALSC 2020 Notable Children's Book“‘Strange Birds’ respects its readers’ intelligence and sophistication.”—Erika L. Sanchez, New York Times bestselling author of I Am Not Your Perfect Mexican Daughter for The New York Times Book Review“Thought-provoking, timely, and laugh-out-loud funny.”—Aisha Saeed, New York Times bestselling author of Amal Unbound“Strange Birds is an inspiring story about the power of truth, and of true friends.”—Rebecca Stead, New York Times bestselling author of the Newbery Medal winner When You Reach Me★ "Writing with wry restraint that’s reminiscent of Kate DiCamillo.” —Kirkus Reviews (starred review)★ ”Engaging, well-plotted.”—Publishers Weekly (starred review)★ "A perfect title for school and public libraries seeking realistic books about friendship.”—School Library Journal (starred review)★ "Perfect for preteens becoming aware that friendships can be complicated, and that the world is more so.”—The Horn Book (starred review)Select accolades and praise for THE FIRST RULE OF PUNK:A 2018 Pura Belpré Author Honor Book A 2018 Tomás Rivera Mexican American Children’s Book Award WinnerA 2018 Boston Globe-Horn Book Fiction and Poetry Honor BookAn E.B. White Read-Aloud Middle Reader Award finalist★ “Thoughtful.”—Kirkus Reviews (starred review)★ “Those who enjoy vivacious, plucky heroines… will eagerly embrace Malú.”—School Library Journal (starred review)★ “A rowdy reminder that people are at their best when they aren’t forced into neat, tidy boxes.”—Publishers Weekly (starred review)
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Penguin Putnam Inc Iggy Rules the Animal Kingdom
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Dutton Books for Young Readers A Bird Will Soar
Book SynopsisWINNER OF THE SCHNEIDER FAMILY BOOK AWARDA heartfelt and hopeful debut about a bird-loving autistic child whose family''s special nest is in danger of falling apart.Axel loves everything about birds, especially eagles. No one worries that an eagle will fly too far and not come home—a fact Axel wishes his mother understood. Deep down, Axel knows that his mother is like an osprey—the best of all bird mothers—but it’s hard to remember that when she worries and keeps secrets about important things. His dad is more like a wild turkey, coming and going as he pleases. His dad’s latest disappearance is the biggest mystery of all. Despite all this, Axel loves his life—especially the time he spends with his friends observing the eagles’ nest in the woods near his home. But when a tornado damages not only Axel’s home but the eagles’ nest, Axel’s life is thrown into chaos. Suddenly his dad is back to help repair the damage, and Axel has to manage his dad’s presence and his beloved birds’ absence. Plus, his mom seems to be keeping even more secrets. But Axel knows another important fact: an eagle’s instincts let it soar. Axel must trust his own instincts to help heal his family and the nest he loves. (Cover image may vary.)Trade ReviewWinner of the Schneider Family Book Award for Best Book for Middle Grade“I was always going to love this book because it’s about a boy who loves birds. What I didn’t expect was how deeply I would fall in love with the characters. Alison Green Myers makes choices in her writing that reflect the complicated nature of Axel’s thoughts so tenderly that I ached for him and his family. This is absolutely my favorite middle grade novel this year.” —Heidi E. Y. Stemple, author of Fly With Me, Counting Birds, and You Nest Here With Me “Lyrical descriptions of birds are woven seamlessly into the plot of this heartfelt debut. A beautiful and moving book.”—Padma Venkatraman, Walter Award winning author of The Bridge Home "A soaring tale of family in its many forms."—Booklist"Poetically portrays the oft-difficult, usually rewarding work of maintaining families of choice and of blood."—Kirkus
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Penguin Putnam Inc Out of a Jar
Book SynopsisThis highly anticipated follow-up to the critically acclaimed and bestselling picture book In a Jar stars one little bunny dealing with some very big feelings.Llewellyn does not like to feel afraid or sad, angry, lonely, or embarrassed. And so he comes up with a brilliant plan: he tucks each of his feelings into jars and hides them away where they won't bother him anymore. But when he gets in trouble in class, Llewellyn finds he needs to put away excitement too. And when joy is quickly followed by disappointment, he decides to get rid of joy as well. After a while, Llewellyn walks around not feeling much of anything at all. And what happens when his emotions refuse to be bottled up any longer? In this richly illustrated and universally relatable picture book, Llewellyn soon discovers that life is more colorful when he sets his emotions free. And only then, by facing and embracing each of his feelings, is he finally able to let them go.
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Penguin Putnam Inc Chasing the Truth A Young Journalists Guide to
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Penguin Putnam Inc Stormbreaker
Book SynopsisAlex Rider is now an IMDb TV/Amazon Original Series!Meet the orphan turned teen superspy who''s saving the world one mission at a time—from #1 New York Times bestselling author! They said his uncle Ian died in a car accident. But Alex Rider knows that’s a lie, and the bullet holes in the windshield prove it. Yet he never suspected the truth: his uncle was really a spy for Britain’s top secret intelligence agency. And now Alex has been recruited to find his uncle’s killers . . .Alex Rider''s is debut mission is packed with bonus material - including an extra Alex Rider short story, a letter from Anthony Horowitz, and much more!From the author of Magpie Murders and Moriarty. “Slam-bang action, spying and high-tech gadgets . . . a non-stop thriller!”—Kirkus ReviewsTrade Review"Slam-bang action, spying and high-tech gadgets . . . . a non-stop thriller!" - Kirkus
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Penguin USA Show the World
Book SynopsisA celebration of self-expression and the power of using your voice, centering Black children, and exploring the many things they can do, create, and say to make their mark.Look around! Can you see?The many spaces, places, and ways toshow the world all that you can be? From painting, music, and slam poetry, to engineering, protesting, and photography, a young narrator journeys through her neighborhood, encouraging readers to explore all the many ways they can express themselves. A gorgeously illustrated and powerful celebration of self-expression shows children that there are so many spaces and opportunities to use their voices—and show the world exactly who they are. What will you show the world?“Thoughtful and inquisitory…Show kids the world is their oyster by giving them this thought-provoking book.”—Kirkus Reviews “Dalton’s enc
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Penguin Putnam Inc Told and Retold Around the World with Aesops
Book SynopsisA gorgeous new take on Aesop's Fables with stories from around the world masterfully illustrated by an award-winning print-maker.The world is connected, and so are our stories. In this picture book, stunningly illustrated with Holly Berry's hand-carved wood cuts, we're introduced to short versions of Aesop's Fables as they're told in various corners of the globe. The stories included are:The Heron (USA, New England marsh)The Lion and the Mouse (African plains)The Ants and the Grasshopper (China) The Tortoise and the Hare (USA, southwestern desert)The Fox and the Grapes (Israel)The Bear and the Bees (Andes Mountains)The Crow and the Pitcher (Greece)The Two Goats (Swiss Alps) The Wolf and the Crane (Siberia) Praise for Told and Retold: Around the World with Aesop's Fables: The stories are short and sweet, but better than the neat retellings are the beautiful block-printTrade Review"A vivid, charming take on these beloved fables." –Kirkus Reviews"A fresh take on fables with a central theme...recommended." –School Library Journal
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Penguin USA The Mystery of the Love List
Book SynopsisA heart-warming Valentine’s mystery Pippa’s teacher tells her students to make a love list--a list of all the things that take up room in their hearts. Pippa makes her list, but when she finds someone else’s and sees that her own name has been written down, along with all of her favorite things, she discovers she has a secret admirer! Maybe the best friend she’s always hoped for is right in her classroom, if only she can crack the case. Good thing there’s nothing Pippa loves more than a good detective story. Will she solve the mystery of the love list and find a new friend?
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Penguin USA Llama Llama Back to School
Book SynopsisA Netflix Original seriesFrom bestselling author and storyteller Anna Dewdney comes a back-to-school story featuring the beloved Llama Llama!Summer days are getting shorter and it''s almost time for the first day of school for Llama! But Llama Llama isn’t ready for summertime to end. It''s been full of backyard camping, family picnics, and ice cream with friends. All he wants is for summer to go on forever! He’s anxious about his first day back at school but maybe, with some help from his friends and Mama Llama, going back to school will be fun after all!With over 30 million copies in print, Anna Dewdney''s New York Times bestselling Llama Llama books have provided hours of comfort with catchy rhymes, effortless rhythm, and adorable artwork.
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Penguin USA Llama Llamas Little Lie
Book SynopsisLlama Llama learns a lesson in telling the truth in this new book in the bestselling Llama Llama series.When Llama Llama accidentally breaks Mama Llama''s favorite picture frame, he decides to tell a little lie about how it happened. In the end, Llama Llama learns a powerful lesson about telling the truth, even if it''s hard to say. Told with Anna Dewdney''s signature sweet rhyme, this newest installment of the Llama Llama series is timeless and can be used as a tool to educate readers in social and emotional learning.
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Penguin Putnam Inc She Persisted Coretta Scott King
Book SynopsisInspired by the #1 New York Times bestseller She Persisted by Chelsea Clinton and Alexandra Boiger, a chapter book series about women who spoke up and rose up against the odds--including Coretta Scott King!In this chapter book biography by award-winning author Kelly Starling Lyons, readers learn about the amazing life of Coretta Scott King--and how she persisted. Coretta Scott King is known for being the wife of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., but she was a civil rights activist and leader in her own right! She was a singer and an author too, and her work made a difference for Black Americans and for all women for decades to come.Complete with an introduction from Chelsea Clinton, black-and-white illustrations throughout, and a list of ways that readers can follow in Coretta Scott King''s footsteps and make a difference! A perfect choice for kids who love learning and teachers who want to bring inspiring women into their cTrade ReviewPraise for She Persisted: Coretta Scott King:"This book profiles the uplifting voice of an activist worth recognizing in her own right [and] Lyons manages to weave in a healthy amount of emotion into this account . . . A brief but effective account of not-often-taught figure that would nicely complement curriculum units on the Civil Rights Movement." --School Library Journal
£6.99
Dutton Books for Young Readers Lalo Lespérance Never Forgot
Book SynopsisTrade Review"In spare, resonant prose, Diederich dives into the complexities of family, identity, and memory."—Publishers Weekly"An important portrayal of Afro-Latin identity."—Horn Book"Lalo emerges with resilience thanks to his strong family, supportive friends, and new sense of self. Hand this to empathetic readers ready to revisit the strange years of lockdown with a new friend."—BCCB"A slow-burn of emotional exploration."—Kirkus Reviews
£16.19
Nancy Paulsen Books Daddy Speaks Love
Book SynopsisA moving tribute to the joy and grounding that fathers bring to their children''s lives.What does a daddy do? From day one, this daddy speaks love to his little one. And along with that love, his words and actions speak many other things, too: like truth, joy, comfort, and pride. Like many dads, he answers a million questions and tries to make sure that days are full of fun adventures, giggles, and hugs. Dads are good at scaring away imaginary monsters, and honest about how to confront the real ones too. They set an example for the future, speaking out for equality and justice, while sharing lessons from the past. But most of all, daddies encourage their young ones to fight for a better world, with the comfort of knowing their dads are right beside them. Daddy Speaks Love speaks to that everlasting bond between children and their fathers and is a perfect gift for special occasions including Father’s Day, Valentine’s Day, birthdays, baby showers, and moTrade Review"This celebration of dads centers on their involvement, open minds, and activism toward a more equitable world. Each spread features a vignette pairing lyrical lines . . . with an artful watercolor painting depicting one of a rich variety of activities dads engage in, such as welcoming a newborn, hiking, nail painting for boys, encouraging resilience, telling stories, identifying role models, and learning about history—in particular the history of systemic racism and activism, adding a hopeful note for a better future. Lewis' realistic paintings feature all kinds of dads, with the vast majority being men of color. . . . Each scene's evocative portraits meaningfully capture the expressions of children and dads, as well as the environment, in stunning detail." —Booklist"Inspired by six-year-old Gianna Floyd’s words about her father, George Floyd, in the wake of his murder, this picture book centers the loving relationship between fathers and children. Narrating from an unnamed child’s perspective and employing the refrain “Daddy speaks,” Henderson completes the phrase with a range of qualities in turn—love, truth, joy, comfort, learning, and more—using poetic prose. . . . Evocative washes of watercolor by Lewis present realistic portraits of children and parents of varying skin tones participating in indoor and outdoor activities, including hiking in the woods, baking in the kitchen, visiting a museum, and attending a Black Lives Matter rally, effectively depicting a paradigm of fatherhood." —Publishers Weekly
£13.99
Nancy Paulsen Books Thirst
Book SynopsisA New York Times BestsellerThe riveting story of a heroic girl who fights for her belief that water should be for everyone.Minni lives in the poorest part of Mumbai, where access to water is limited to a few hours a day and the communal taps have long lines. Lately, though, even that access is threatened by severe water shortages and thieves who are stealing this precious commodity—an act that Minni accidentally witnesses one night. Meanwhile, in the high-rise building where she just started to work, she discovers that water streams out of every faucet and there’s even a rooftop swimming pool. What Minni also discovers there is one of the water mafia bosses. Now she must decide whether to expose him and risk her job and maybe her life. How did something as simple as access to water get so complicated?Trade Review* “Minni lives with her family in Mumbai, India in an incredibly poor neighborhood. Their only access to clean water occurs during a set time of day when the spout is turned on and members of the community wait in line for their turn to fill their containers. It’s both time-consuming and inequitable. One night while out riding with her brother, Minni witnesses thieves stealing water. . . . While working, Minni is confronted by the abundance of water everywhere. It just pours freely out of the faucets in the bathrooms and the kitchen—something she has never witnessed before. . . . This title gives readers a powerful look at the importance of free water and how the inequalities surrounding its distribution impacts communities in India. The story is filled with hope and faith as Minni learns the importance of education, family, friendship, opportunities, and taking a stand for her community.”—School Library Connection, starred review * “Twelve-year-old Minni and her older brother Sanjay might live in a poor neighborhood in India, but they have big dreams: to finish school, get good jobs, and maybe live in one of the tall buildings where water runs from the taps. . . . The story largely focuses on Minni’s internal thirst—for her family to be reunited, for knowledge, for opportunity, for fair treatment. . . . Minni is a likable narrator, and readers will connect with her dreams and courage in the face of unfair treatment. The book also serves as a window into class difference. . . . A meditative first purchase for middle grade collections.” —School Library Journal, starred review* “Varsha Bajaj (Count Me In) brings awareness to the world water crisis and social inequality with Thirst, a moving, hopeful story. . . . Bajaj thoughtfully examines class and privilege, making topics like water access and income inequality accessible to middle-grade readers. Bajaj shows how a lack of clean water, decent health care and education can affect people's lives. Minni can't focus on schoolwork because she's hungry and exhausted; anger, fear and frustration frequently play out in the water line; and people adapt just to survive their environment (e.g., boiling water to fend off diseases). Water may not flow freely like it does in the high-rise Minni works in, but community and hope do. A sense of togetherness—whether it's Minni's aunties bringing her food or the school guard allowing her to enter school late—pulses through this meaningful narrative.” —Shelf Awareness, starred review“In this poignant, relatable work, Bajaj expertly depicts class and wealth differences; Minni’s worries for her mother and anger at the injustices inflicted on her community are especially moving. A valiant call for justice.” —Kirkus Reviews"A 12-year-old investigates water stolen from her Mumbai neighborhood in this clear look at resource access and wealth disparity. . . . Aptly describing variations between rich and the poor and alternating Minni’s first-person telling with the child’s observant journal entries, Bajaj (Count Me In) writes an engaging literary mystery." —Publishers Weekly"[There] are real and clear hardships, but Minni’s thoughtful narration and occasional poetry also depict a family and community working tirelessly to support one another and instill hope in an environment that’s especially hard on women and children. Inspired problem-solving and help from a charming cast of characters. . . . An author’s note draws attention to the realities of the water crisis in India." —The Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books"The kids are smart and savvy, and their friendship is strong, so when a series of calamities adds layers of danger, they support one another through the worst of it. This fast-paced adventure story includes a vivid portrayal of life in a place where income disparities are glaring, education is a hard-won privilege, and a lot hangs in the balance when you take a risk. The main plot involves the kids’ accidental encounter with the water mafia, thieves who steal and sell fresh water illegally. This is a real and perilous fact in Mumbai and . . . is convincingly portrayed. There’s a lot to learn about and to like here: the characters, the humor, the emotional roller-coaster ride, and more." —Booklist“Bajaj’s suspenseful novel peels back the curtain on class and caste inequities and how they create a cycle of poverty that spirals through generations. Minni’s thirst for what’s right steers the novel toward an optimistic conclusion in which one person can bring about big changes.” —Horn Book
£14.24
Nancy Paulsen Books From Here
Book SynopsisIn her coming-of-age memoir, refugee advocate Luma Mufleh writes of her tumultuous journey to reconcile her identity as a gay Muslim woman and a proud Arab-turned-American refugee.With no word for “gay” in Arabic, Luma may not have known what to call the feelings she had growing up in Jordan during the 1980s, but she knew well enough to keep them secret. It was clear that not only would her family have trouble accepting her, but trapped in a conservative religious society, she could’ve also been killed if anyone discovered her sexuality. Luma spent her teenage years increasingly desperate to find a way out, and finally found one when she was accepted into college in the United States. Once there, Luma begins the agonizing process of applying for political asylum, which ensures her safety—but causes her family to break ties with her.Becoming a refugee in America is a rude awakening, and Luma must rely on tTrade ReviewPraise for From Here:A 2024 Finalist for the YALSA Award for Excellence in NonfictionA 2024 Rise: Feminist Book Project Nonfiction Pick!A 2023 Kirkus Best BookA 2023 Publishers Weekly Best BookA 2023 School Library Journal Best BookA 2023 New York Public Library Best Book for Teens“Books All Young Georgians Should Read” 2024 Pick!A NCSS-CBC 2024 Notable Social Studies Trade Book for Young People! A Shondaland.com Best Book for May 2023★ "This is a must-add to any high school biography/memoir section. Mufleh’s story is one of strength and courage, and shines light on the injustices in our world…She adeptly balances the luxury of her experience in Jordan with the conflict she often felt as a gay Muslim woman. It weaves together experiences from Muslim faith, being gay and not accepted by family, immigration, and the Middle East. …You need to put this one on your high school shelf now, but it won’t stay there long.” —School Library Journal, starred review ★ “A powerful, honest account of an activist’s experiences of being gay in a culture she loves but in which it’s hard to see a place for herself. . . Mufleh’s raw descriptions of finding her place in the world are relatable: Questions of choosing between living your truth or your family’s will speak to readers of many backgrounds. . . Mufleh’s journey shows that acceptance and reconciliation are possible and that those we love can grow and learn. . . A poignant glimpse into human imperfections and the struggle to find one’s place in the world.” —Kirkus Reviews, starred review★ “This affecting memoir by refugee advocate Mufleh (Learning America) chronicles her internal struggle to reconcile her identity as a gay Arab Muslim woman. Via clear-eyed prose…this poignant reflection on choice, family, and living one’s truth provides insight into Mufleh’s relationship with her heritage, and how these experiences helped shape her identity and advocacy work.”—Publishers Weekly, starred review“Activist and author Luma Mufleh masters the beauty of vulnerability in her latest memoir, From Here. Growing up in Jordan … Mufleh had to hide the person she was becoming, especially as she grappled with her attraction toward women. Mufleh understood that if anyone found out she was a lesbian, her life could be in danger. When she’s accepted into college in the United States, Mufleh leaves Jordan and has to carve out a difficult new path as a refugee, finding support through friends who eventually became like family.” —Shondaland.com “Mufleh details fears Arab women constantly encounter…[s]he methodically shares her struggles with coming out to her family and coming to terms with sexual abuse. Readers will admire Mufleh’s courage to fight for her own rights and her dedication to helping others…This story is a reminder that we have the right to live how we want and love who we want.” —Booklist
£17.09
Penguin Young Readers Group From Here
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£11.69
Nancy Paulsen Books Warrior Girl
Book SynopsisAn insightful novel in verse about the joys and struggles of a Chicana girl who is a warrior for her name, her history, and her right to choose what she celebrates in life.Celina and her family are bilingual and follow both Mexican and American traditions. Celina revels in her Mexican heritage, but once she starts school it feels like the world wants her to erase that part of her identity. Fortunately, she’s got an army of family and three fabulous new friends behind her to fight the ignorance. But it’s her Gramma who’s her biggest inspiration, encouraging Celina to build a shield of joy around herself. Because when you’re celebrating, when you find a reason to sing or dance or paint or play or laugh or write, they haven’t taken everything away from you. Of course, it’s not possible to stay in celebration mode when things get dire--like when her dad’s deported and a pandemic hits--but if there is anything Celina’s suTrade Review* “Using rhythmic first-person verse, Tafolla presents messages about the importance of family and friends, social justice, and using one’s voice to incite change. . . . Via the protagonist’s journey to articulate her complex feelings through succinct and polished phrases, Tafolla crafts an astute and evolving heroine. The lyrical verse—structured as Celi’s own poetry, which teachers and Gramma embolden her to pursue—eventually culminates in powerful vocalizations of Celi’s values.” —Publishers Weekly, starred review “Tafolla skillfully weaves . . . significant recent historic moments and the hopeful stories of leaders like Emma Tenayuca and César Chávez together with the more specific experiences of the four friends. . . . Protagonist Celi, an emerging poet, is consistently and vividly rendered . . . and her righteous, powerful, and joyful voice carries the day. An exuberant, rousing celebration of youth activism.” —Kirkus Reviews“On top of her worries about her father who has been deported, Celina must face a challenging pandemic, fear of her grandmother catching the virus, and finding joy despite it all. But she is a Guerrera, a woman warrior; she has a voice and writing talent, and she can still use that to show the world the beauty of all cultures. Written in verse, this is a timely novel that tackles various struggles teens face, including desire to belong, family conflict, and fighting for what you believe in. Tafolla skillfully writes Celina’s voice as a young girl, and allows it to mature as she does. . . . An insightful, timely, and discussion-worthy read. This beautifully written contemporary novel is a highly recommended purchase.”—School Library Journal“With the help of her friends, Celina gains the courage to be the warrior she was meant to be by making a difference with her writing. Readers who enjoy novels in verse will be moved by Tafolla’s touching story. This is an emotional novel about the journey of finding where you belong, making your voice heard, and the friendships you can forge along the way.” —Booklist
£15.29
Penguin Young Readers Amor de pelo
Book SynopsisPapá tiene que hacerle un peinado muy especial a su hija. En este libro escrito por Matthew A. Cherry--creador ganador del premio de la Academia ® y ex receptor abierto de la NFL--e ilustrado por Vashti Harrison, ilustradora bestseller en el New York Times, descubrimos una oda a la confianza en sí mismo y al amor entre padres e hijas. El pelo de Zuri le permite ser ella misma. Se enrolla o se riza para convertirse en una corona de princesa o una capa de superhéroe. ¡Pero un día súperespecial necesita un peinado súperespecial! Peine en mano, papá le ayuda a Zuri a encontrar el look perfecto. Con un texto entrañable e ilustraciones radiantes, Amor de pelo celebra los rizos que son solo tuyos, el lazo entre padres e hijas y la alegría que te llena cuando puedes expresarte libremente.
£16.19
Random House USA Inc Dr. Seusss Oh the Places Youll Go Coloring Book
Book SynopsisCelebrate new beginnings with Dr. Seuss! Featuring designs and patterns based on the best-selling Oh, the Places You?ll Go!, this coloring book for all ages is the perfect way to relax and exercise your imagination. From preschool graduates to retirees, highfliers of all ages will soar to new heights as they embrace life?s journey with Dr. Seuss! With intricate illustrations, playful patterns, and iconic quotations to color from Oh, the Places You?ll Go!, artists from ages 5 to 105 can color and feel comforted by Dr. Seuss?s timeless wisdom.This book isperfect foranyone starting a new phase in their life, especially when paired with the original picture book, Oh, the Places You?ll Go!
£15.19
Random House USA Inc Black Boy Joy
Book SynopsisTHE INSTANT #1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • FIVE STARRED REVIEWSCelebrate the joys of Black boyhood with stories from seventeen bestselling, critically acclaimed Black authors—including Jason Reynolds, Jerry Craft, and Kwame Mbalia.★ Pick up Black Boy Joy for a heavy dose of happiness. —Booklist, starred reviewBlack boy joy is… Picking out a fresh first-day-of-school outfit.Saving the universe in an epic intergalactic race.Finding your voice—and your rhymes—during tough times.Flying on your skateboard like nobody’s watching. And more! From seventeen acclaimed Black male and non-binary authors comes a vibrant collection of stories, comics, and poems about the power of joy and the wonders of Black boyhood.Contributors include: B. B. Alston, Dean Atta, P. Djèlí Clark, Jay Coles, Jerry Craft, Lamar Giles,
£9.43
Random House USA Inc Pawsome Holiday Sticker Party Paw Patrol
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£9.49
Penguin Putnam Inc Wilma Rudolph The Graphic Novel
£10.44
Penguin Putnam Inc Track Star 4
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£6.99
Penguin Young Readers The Knowing
Book SynopsisFrom the Grammy award-winning singer-songwriter, political activist, and feminist icon comes a picture book with purpose, with heart, and with words that sing.Singer-songwriter, activist, feminist, and best-selling author Ani Di Franco has written something for her youngest audience: a picture book that invites young readers to ponder the distinction between outer forms of identity and the inner light of consciousness that is even more central to our being. In her signature folk style, Di Franco weaves a story that incorporates themes of individual power and collective responsibility. First-time illustrator Julia Mathew paints universal scenes of childhood in her family’s native India, glowing with honesty and love. Designed to be read aloud or sung, and pored over, this picture book is rich with meaningful text, poignant illustrations, and a unique message that will resonate with all.Trade Review“The interconnectedness of humanity shines throughout this affirming picture book from singer/songwriter DiFranco....A sweet, lyrical book perfect for bedtime sharing.” –Kirkus"A book that is well worth revisiting, with a comforting tone to the whole project that speaks to love and connection, with others and with your own personhood in the world." –The Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books. “Di Franco’s debut picture book offers up a rhyming reverie on selfhood and collective consciousness....presented with an genuine openheartedness that should both intrigue and reassure.” –Publishers Weekly
£15.19
Penguin Putnam Inc Bluey Hooray Its Christmas
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£7.99
