Showing 1–50 of 423 titles
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¡Muévete!: Songs for a Healthy Mind in a Healthy Body
José-Luis Orozco brings traditional Mexican musicality to these songs—in both Spanish and English—encouraging young children to get their bodies in motion.
- Music, Songs
- Notable Children's Recordings 2021
- Middle, Younger
- ISBN: 1149063248
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¡Olé! Flamenco
¡Olé! Flamenco offers a well-written, non-fiction introductory book on the Spanish art of flamenco, including its history as an expressive art form. Ancona describes flamenco in easy and understandable language for those not familiar with the art form.- Nonfiction, Arts, Performing Arts
- Pura Belpré Children's Author Award 2011 (Honor Title)
- Middle
- ISBN: 9781600603617
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28 Days: Moments in Black History That Changed the World
From the shooting of Crispus Attucks to the inauguration of President Barack Obama, 28 moments in Black history are celebrated through poetry, prose, and vivid illustrations.- Nonfiction, History, Biography
- Notable Children's Books 2016
- Middle
- ISBN: 9781596438200
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28 Days: Moments in Black History that Changed the World
A full cast of narrators performs twenty-nine poems celebrating Black History with accompanying music, sound effects, and historical recordings creating a riveting listen.
- History, Biography, Audiobook
- Notable Children's Recordings 2017
- Middle
- ISBN: 9781430120223
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Abe's Honest Words: The Life of Abraham Lincoln
Nicol Zanzarella and Trevor Murphy expertly tell the story of Lincoln's life. Special sound effects, background music, and author and illustrator notes enhance the listening experience.- Biography, Audiobook
- Notable Children's Recordings 2017
- Middle
- ISBN: 9781423104087
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Adam and Thomas
In the last months of World War II, two Jewish boys are taken from the Ghetto by their mothers to the forest of the Eastern Front and told to wait for their return. The boys forge a strong friendship, learning from one another and helping others escape through the woods. -
Adventures with Waffles
Whether sledding with chickens or boating with cows, there's never a dull moment when neighbors Lena and Trille are together. The Norwegian village comes alive in this tale of family, friendship, and adventure.- Fiction, General Fiction
- Notable Children's Books 2016
- Middle
- ISBN: 9780763672812
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Ahimsa
Zehra Jane Naqvi skillfully voices 10-year-old Anjali as she lives through, and becomes involved in, the 1940s Indian freedom movement.
- Audiobook
- Notable Children's Recordings 2021
- Middle
- ISBN: 9781494540944
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Alchemy and Meggy Swann
After Meggy's mother sends her off to London, she has to prove useful to her alchemist father. Narrator Katherine Kellgren uses voices and singing to recreate the dirty streets of medieval London. -
All in a Drop: How Antony van Leeuwenhoek Discovered an Invisible World
With accessible language and illustrations, this biography introduces readers to the everyday man who invented a powerful microscope that could magnify the living world to an astonishing scale. -
All that Trash: The Story of the 1987 Garbage Barge and Our Problem with Stuff
In 1987, a garbage barge spends five months adrift in the Atlantic, unsuccessfully attempting to find a place to dump its contents.- Nonfiction, History, US History
- Notable Children's Books 2019
- Middle
- ISBN: 9781481477529
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All's Faire in Middle School
Witness Imogene's growth and pride in her family and in herself as she quests for connection and identity in this graphic novel.- Fiction, Graphic Novels
- Notable Children's Books 2018
- Middle
- ISBN: 9780525429999
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Ana María Reyes Does NOT Live in a Castle
Ana María Reyes tries to win a scholarship to a prestigious New York academy, only to find herself facing obstacles. In the process, she discovers herself and the importance of family.- Fiction, General Fiction
- Notable Children's Books 2019
- Middle
- ISBN: 9781620143629
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Apart of Me
A small but open-world role-playing game (RPG), in which players connect with real stories of love and loss while working through their own grief. Includes journaling and real-life "assignments," mindfulness exercises, and resources for further support. Available in English.
- Notable Children's Digital Media 2020
- Middle, Older
- ISBN: 999901
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Appleblossom the Possum
Be ready to laugh out loud as you listen to Dustin Hoffman read Holly Goldberg Sloan's story of Appleblossom and her family of possums.- Audiobook
- Notable Children's Recordings 2016
- Middle, Younger
- ISBN: 9781101892350
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Aquation: The Freshwater Access Game
Produced by the Smithsonian, this simulation game educates children on water equity and challenges players to distribute resources and humanitarian aid around the globe. Available in English.
- Notable Children's Digital Media 2020
- Middle, Older
- ISBN: 999902
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Arithmagic - Math Wizard Game
Use addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, and other math skills to help a wizard cast math spells to defeat enemies. Available in English.
- Notable Children's Digital Media 2020
- Middle
- ISBN: 999903
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Aru Shah and the End of Time
In this story inspired by the ancient Indian epic, the Mahabharata, Aru Shah discovers she must enter the Kingdom of Death to save the world.- Fiction, Fantasy
- Notable Children's Books 2019
- Middle
- ISBN: 9781368012355
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As Brave As You
As their parents try to repair their marriage, brothers Ernie and Genie uncover family history and the extent of their own bravery, while spending an eye-opening summer with their grandparents in Virginia.- Fiction, General Fiction
- Notable Children's Books 2017
- Middle, Older
- ISBN: 9781481415903
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As Brave as You
Guy Lockard brings ebullience and poignancy to this funny, resonant story of two brothers and the questions, big and small, that they face over the summer at their grandparents' home.- Fiction, Audiobook
- Notable Children's Recordings 2017
- Middle, Older
- ISBN: 9781508225102
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The Assassination of Brangwain Spurge
A diplomatic meeting of the Elves and the Goblins is more treacherous than expected in this brilliantly illustrated novel.- Fiction, Fantasy
- Notable Children's Books 2019
- Middle
- ISBN: 9780763698225
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Backstroke Raptor
Based on short stories written by elementary school students, this creative and unique mix of songs features guest artists such as Lin-Manuel Miranda.- Songs
- Notable Children's Recordings 2020
- Middle, Younger
- ISBN: 1142186980
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Ballet for Martha: Making Appalachian Spring
From behind the scenes to actual performances, “Ballet for Martha” traces the evolution of the ballet “Appalachian Spring.” Floca's uncluttered watercolors support the spare, dynamic text, resulting in a balanced, insightful portrayal of creative collaboration.- Nonfiction, Arts, Performing Arts
- Robert F. Sibert Informational Book Medal 2011 (Honor Title)
- Middle
- ISBN: 9781596433380
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Balloons over Broadway: The True Story of the Puppeteer of Macy's Parade
“Balloons over Broadway: The True Story of the Puppeteer of Macy's Parade,” published by Houghton Mifflin Books for Children, an imprint of Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Publishing Company, is about Tony Sarg, the artistic inventor who conceived the huge balloons that float through New York City each Thanksgiving. Beginning at a very young age, his never-ending zeal for play and discovery delighted millions, and likewise, Sweet's festive words, mixed media illustrations and thorough research, bring their own contagious joy to this celebration of his life's creative process.- Nonfiction, Arts
- Robert F. Sibert Informational Book Medal 2012 (Medal Winner)
- Middle
- ISBN: 9780547199450
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Be Internet Awesome
Explore the Interland, featuring four challenging games that teach kids the fundamentals of digital safety and citizenship: Be Internet Smart, Be Internet Alert, Be Internet Strong, Be Internet Kind, and Be Internet Brave. Also features educational resources for both educators and parents regarding digital safety and citizenship for kids.
- Notable Children's Digital Media 2019
- Middle, Older
- ISBN: 999929
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The Beast Player
In this complex fantasy, the future of the kingdom falls in young Elin's hands when she discovers she can communicate with Royal Beasts. Elin must decide to sacrifice her beliefs to save the kingdom from ensuing chaos or preserve the dignity and freedom of the animals she loves.- Fiction, Fantasy
- Mildred L. Batchelder Award 2020 (Honor Title), Notable Children's Books 2020
- Middle
- ISBN: 9781250307460
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Beavers
Wit and fact intertwine in an enjoyable guide to the frequently overlooked beaver.- Nonfiction, Science, Animals
- Notable Children's Books 2019
- Middle
- ISBN: 9780544949874
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Because of the Rabbit
Emma helps her father rescue a pet rabbit that supports her socialization as she transitions into public school.- Fiction, General Fiction
- Notable Children's Books 2020
- Middle
- ISBN: 9780545914246
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Because of Winn-Dixie
When a stray dog appears almost magically in the midst of the produce section of the Winn-Dixie grocery store, he leads ten-year-old India Opal Buloni from one new friend to the next in a small Florida town. The stories she hears from each one help her to piece together a new definition of family.- Fiction, General Fiction
- John Newbery Medal 2001 (Honor Title)
- Middle
- ISBN: 0-7636-0776-2
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Becoming Muhammad Ali
In alternating verse and prose narratives, Cassius Clay and his friend Lucky create a portrait of the confident child determined to become a boxing champion during the Jim Crow era.
- Fiction, Biography, Historical Fiction
- Notable Children's Books 2021
- Middle
- ISBN: 9780316498166
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Becoming Naomi León
In “Becoming Naomi León,” Muñoz Ryan writes convincingly about the love that binds an extended family together. Characters are well-drawn and balanced, relationships are honest, and Naomi's growing awareness of her cultural heritage and sense of self will keep readers engrossed.- Fiction, General Fiction
- Pura Belpré Children's Author Award 2006 (Honor Title)
- Middle, Older
- ISBN: 9780439269698
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Beetle Boy
With distinct characterizations and humor, M.G. Leonard narrates her book about a boy, beetles, and the mysterious disappearance of his father. -
Bernard Pepperlin
Gary Furlong's dynamic performance captures myriad memorable characters in this Alice in Wonderland spin-off.- Fiction, Audiobook
- Notable Children's Recordings 2020
- Middle
- ISBN: 9780062988065
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The Best Man
Four men in Archer's family become his heroes in this story of small-town life, family, and marriage.- Fiction, General Fiction
- Notable Children's Books 2017
- Middle
- ISBN: 9780803738393
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Between the Lines: How Ernie Barnes Went from the Football Field to the Art Gallery
Growing up, Ernie Barnes had two passions: art and football. Detailed, lively paintings help reveal how, with years of practice, he excelled in both fields.- Nonfiction, Arts, Visual Arts, Biography
- Notable Children's Books 2019
- Middle
- ISBN: 9781481443876
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Black Brother, Black Brother
Dark-skinned Donte experiences more racism than his lighter-skinned brother at their private middle school. He finds empowerment through fencing at the local Boys and Girls Club and faces off with a racist bully.
- Fiction, General Fiction
- Notable Children's Books 2021
- Middle
- ISBN: 9780316493802
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Blackbird Fly
Eighth-grader Apple, a Filipino American, faces bullying, parental conflicts, fickle friends, and a lack of self-confidence with the help of a Beatles cassette, new friends, and the determination to play the guitar.- Fiction, General Fiction
- Notable Children's Books 2016
- Middle
- ISBN: 9780062238610
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The Blackbird Girls
As a result of the Chernobyl nuclear disaster, two girls set aside prejudices when they are forced to live together away from home and family.
- Fiction, Historical Fiction
- Notable Children's Books 2021
- Middle
- ISBN: 9781984837356
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The Blackthorn Key
In 1665 London, Christopher, an apothecary's apprentice, and his best friend Tom attempt to uncover the truth behind a mysterious cult. They follow a trail of puzzles, codes, pranks, and danger toward a powerful secret.- Fiction, Historical Fiction, Fantasy
- Notable Children's Books 2016
- Middle
- ISBN: 9781481446518
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Bomb: The Race to Build—and Steal—the World's Most Dangerous Weapon
A riveting thriller told in three parallel stories: the race against time to build the world's first atomic bomb; the determination to stop the Nazis from developing it first; and the stealthy efforts of Soviet spies to steal the American plans. -
The Book of Boy
From Murdock's first line, readers are swept into an epic quest across Europe in 1350 with Boy and a mysterious pilgrim, adventuring to recover seven relics of St. Peter. Layered characters from goats to nuns, lyrical language, and multiple reveals combine to create this powerful story of redemption.- Fiction, Historical Fiction
- John Newbery Medal 2019 (Honor Title), Notable Children's Books 2019
- Middle
- ISBN: 9780062686206
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A Book of Coupons
Monsieur Noël welcomes his fifth grade class with permission slips for such unlikely activities as sleeping late, forgetting homework, and making lots of noise, which gets him into trouble with a sour principal. This charming and deceptively simple school story presents valuable insights into what really matters in life.- Fiction, General Fiction
- Mildred L. Batchelder Award 2002 (Honor Title)
- Middle
- ISBN: 9780670899708
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A Boy Called Christmas
“A Boy Called Christmas,” is a whimsical and charming origin story of Father Christmas. Stephen Fry's narration of the story adds a delightful dimension to this adventurous tale. Fry's reading is pitch perfect, deadpan in the quirkiest of times, and beautifully paced. -
Breaking Stalin's Nose
On the eve of his induction into the Young Pioneers, Sasha's world is overturned when his father is arrested by Stalin's guard. Yelchin deftly crafts a stark and compelling story of a child's lost idealism.- Fiction, Historical Fiction
- John Newbery Medal 2012 (Honor Title)
- Middle
- ISBN: 9780805092165
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The Bridge Home
Determined to escape their abusive father, Viji and her sister run away and make a new home on a bridge in Chennai, India.- Fiction, General Fiction
- Notable Children's Books 2020
- Middle
- ISBN: 9781524738112
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The Bridge Home
With heartbreaking feeling and distinct voices, Padma Venkatraman narrates her story of four children finding love and support on the streets of contemporary India.- Fiction, Audiobook
- Notable Children's Recordings 2020
- Middle, Older
- ISBN: 9781984845092
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The Brilliant Deep: Rebuilding the World's Coral Reefs
Ken Nedimyer's single-minded passion for restoring the ocean's coral reefs is reflected through riveting illustrations and accessible narrative.- Nonfiction, Science, Animals, Biography
- Notable Children's Books 2019
- Middle
- ISBN: 9781452133508
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Bronze and Sunflower
While navigating the challenges of poverty in rural China in the 1970s, a mute boy named Bronze and an orphan named Sunflower develop a powerful friendship.- Fiction, Historical Fiction
- Notable Children's Books 2018
- Middle
- ISBN: 9780763688165
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Brooklyn Bridge
Elegant paintings, fascinating diagrams and compelling prose convey the tortuous creation of the New York and Brooklyn Bridge. Explaining both the drama and the engineering, "Brooklyn Bridge" captivates readers of all ages by documenting the technical challenge and human perseverance that resulted in a practical structure that serves as a metaphoric victory for civilization. Curlee provides a rich contextual view of the costs and triumphs inherent in the realization of great achievements.- Nonfiction, Technology
- Robert F. Sibert Informational Book Medal 2002 (Honor Title)
- Middle
- ISBN: 9780689831836