Showing 1–50 of 52 titles
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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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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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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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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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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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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 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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Clayton Byrd Goes Underground
Clayton idolizes his grandfather and mentor, blues legend Cool Papa Byrd. When Cool Papa dies, Clayton adventures underground and emerges with a true blues voice.- Fiction, General Fiction
- Notable Children's Books 2018
- Middle
- ISBN: 9780062215918
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A Different Pond
In this gentle, honest tale of immigrant survival, a young Vietnamese American boy and his father go on an early morning fishing trip. Based on the experiences of both the Vietnamese American illustrator and author, this story depicts the immigrant experience as well as universal themes of family, love, and survival.- Fiction, General Fiction
- Notable Children's Books 2018, Randolph Caldecott Medal 2018 (Honor Title)
- Middle
- ISBN: 9781623708030
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The Distance Between Me and the Cherry Tree
Fifth-grader Mafalda discovers what is important in life as she loses her sight to a degenerative disease in this thoughtful, coming-of-age novel.- Fiction, General Fiction
- Mildred L. Batchelder Award 2020 (Honor Title), Notable Children's Books 2020
- Middle
- ISBN: 9781534439627
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Dory Fantasmagory: Dory Dory Black Sheep
Dory's best friend Rosabelle can read big chapter books. Feeling left out, Dory decides she will learn to read, no matter what it takes.- Fiction, General Fiction
- Notable Children's Books 2017
- Middle
- ISBN: 9781101994269
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Each Tiny Spark
Emilia faces family challenges when her dad returns from overseas military service.- Fiction, General Fiction
- Notable Children's Books 2020
- Middle
- ISBN: 9780451479723
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Edison: The Mystery of the Missing Mouse Treasure
In a quest for treasure, Pete, an excited and persistent young mouse, appears in the Professor's class at the University of Mice. A simple request for assistance turns into a complex and technical adventure with an unexpected conclusion that parallels one of the most important inventions of all time.- Fiction, General Fiction
- Mildred L. Batchelder Award 2019 (Honor Title), Notable Children's Books 2019
- Middle
- ISBN: 9780735843226
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Efrén Divided
When his mother is deported to Mexico, seventh grader Efrén is the only one who can cross the border to bring his mother home.
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Fish in a Tree
With the help of an insightful teacher and quirky friends, Ally discovers how smart she really is in spite of being identified as dyslexic.- Fiction, General Fiction
- Notable Children's Books 2016
- Middle
- ISBN: 9780142426425
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For Black Girls Like Me
Makeda, adopted into a white family, struggles to fit in and find herself at home and in school.- Fiction, General Fiction
- Notable Children's Books 2020
- Middle
- ISBN: 9780374308049
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Frank and Lucky Get Schooled
A boy and his newly adopted dog learn about math, science, and other school subjects through everyday interactions in nature and with each other.- Fiction, General Fiction
- Notable Children's Books 2017
- Middle
- ISBN: 9780062373458
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From the Desk of Zoe Washington
Zoe Washington shows her bravery and determination through a summer bakery internship, a fight with her best friend, and a new relationship with her wrongfully incarcerated father.
- Fiction, General Fiction
- Notable Children's Books 2021
- Middle
- ISBN: 9780062875853
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Fuzzy Mud
Taking a shortcut through the off-limits woods to avoid a bully, Tamaya and Marshall encounter fuzzy-looking mud that unleashes a medical and environmental disaster.- Fiction, General Fiction
- Notable Children's Books 2016
- Middle
- ISBN: 9780385743785
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George
George identifies as a girl; if only the rest of the world would too. With the help of best friend Kelly, George takes the first steps to becoming Melissa, her true self.- Fiction, General Fiction
- Notable Children's Books 2016
- Middle
- ISBN: 9780545812542
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Juana & Lucas
Juana, a spirited young girl in Bogotá, Colombia, shares her frustrations and successes in learning English. -
King and the Dragonflies
King is sure that his brother, Khalid, has been reincarnated as a dragonfly, as he comes to terms with his brother's death, questioning both his and his best friend Sandy’s sexuality.
- Fiction, General Fiction
- Notable Children's Books 2021
- Middle
- ISBN: 9781338129335
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Lailah's Lunchbox: A Ramadan Story
Lailah, a young girl who has been looking forward to fasting for Ramadan for her first time, suddenly feels shy because she is at a new school in a new country.- Fiction, General Fiction
- Notable Children's Books 2016
- Middle
- ISBN: 9780884484318
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Lety Out Loud
While spending the summer volunteering in an animal shelter, English language learner Lety Muñoz learns to use her voice to stand up for others. -
Lost in the Sun
In his efforts to make a fresh start in middle school, Trent struggles to put a traumatic event behind him. Fallon, the class outcast, strives to help Trent let go of his guilt.- Fiction, General Fiction
- Notable Children's Books 2016
- Middle
- ISBN: 9780399164064
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Lupe Wong Won’t Dance
When a dance threatens her chance to meet pitching idol and fellow Mexinese/Chinacan, Fu Li Hernandez, Lupe takes up the cause against square dancing in gym, which proves both challenging and enlightening.
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Marcus Vega Doesn't Speak Spanish
After Marcus is suspended from school for fighting, his frustrated mother takes him and his brother to Puerto Rico for a week to reconnect with family he didn't know existed.- Fiction, General Fiction
- Notable Children's Books 2019
- Middle
- ISBN: 9781101997260
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The Marvels
Two seemingly unrelated plots—Billy Marvel's wordless, illustrated story set in 1776; and Joseph Jervis's prose story set in 1990—come together in a tale of mystery, adventure, friendship, and family.- Fiction, General Fiction
- Notable Children's Books 2016
- Middle
- ISBN: 9780545448680
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Merci Suárez Changes Gears
Eleven-year-old Cuban American Merci Suárez balances the demands of her multi-generational family with the challenges of being a scholarship student at a private school in Florida.- Fiction, General Fiction
- John Newbery Medal 2019 (Medal Winner), Notable Children's Books 2019
- Middle
- ISBN: 9780763690496
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Ms. Bixby's Last Day
Ms. Bixby is the sort of teacher that makes going to school worthwhile. When she is diagnosed with cancer, three boys decide to make sure her last day is perfect.- Fiction, General Fiction
- Notable Children's Books 2017
- Middle
- ISBN: 9780062338174
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My Two Blankets
While learning a new language in a new country, a young woman compares her native language to a warm, comfortable blanket. Soon she has two comfortable blankets—the old and the new language.- Fiction, General Fiction
- Notable Children's Books 2016
- Middle
- ISBN: 9780544432284
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Once Upon an Eid: Stories of Hope and Joy by 15 Muslim Voices
An Own Voices collection of Eid celebrations throughout the Muslim world.
- Fiction, General Fiction
- Notable Children's Books 2021
- Middle
- ISBN: 9781419740831
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The Only Black Girls in Town
Alberta is sure she will be friends with the new girl Edie, but realizes they are from two different worlds. Alberta struggles to voice how her family and race dynamics make her feel but the two girls come together to discover a collection of hidden journals that reveal a secret to the past.
- Fiction, General Fiction
- Notable Children's Books 2021
- Middle
- ISBN: 9780316456388
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Pie in the Sky
Told with heart and humor, Jingwen adjusts to a new culture and language after his family immigrates to Australia.- Fiction, General Fiction
- Notable Children's Books 2020
- Middle
- ISBN: 9781250314093
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Raymie Nightingale
DiCamillo's writing sparkles with humor and hope as new friends Raymie, Beverly, and Louisiana endeavor to find their places in the world.- Fiction, General Fiction
- Notable Children's Books 2017
- Middle
- ISBN: 9780763681173
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Red Butterfly
Kara and her American mother are different from everyone they know in their Chinese neighborhood. When a medical emergency forces them into the mire of Chinese bureaucracy, Kara's future becomes desperate and unpredictable.- Fiction, General Fiction
- Notable Children's Books 2016
- Middle
- ISBN: 9781481411097
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Roller Girl
Astrid falls in love with roller derby and learns how to be tougher, stronger, and fearless. Jamieson perfectly captures the highs and lows of growing up in this dynamic graphic novel.- Fiction, Graphic Novels, General Fiction
- John Newbery Medal 2016 (Honor Title), Notable Children's Books 2016
- Middle
- ISBN: 9780803740167
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Santiago’s Road Home
Santiago overcomes many dangerous obstacles to cross the border from Mexico into the United States only to be detained by ICE. While Santiago is used to going it alone, the brutal conditions of the youth detention center are not what he expected to find in the United States.
- Fiction, General Fiction
- Notable Children's Books 2021
- Middle
- ISBN: 9781534446236
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Saving Winslow
Through vignettes of sparse text, this story follows 10-year-old Louie as he takes on the challenge of saving a fragile, newborn mini-donkey that has been rejected by its mother.- Fiction, General Fiction
- Notable Children's Books 2019
- Middle
- ISBN: 9780062570703
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The Season of Styx Malone
Despite their father's attempts to keep them safe in small town Indiana, brothers Caleb and Bobby Gene go on a wild adventure with new neighbor Styx Malone as they attempt the fabled “Escalator Trade.”- Fiction, General Fiction
- Notable Children's Books 2019
- Middle
- ISBN: 9781524715960
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Some Places More than Others
Amara copes with family tensions during a trip from her home in Oregon to visit her father's family in Harlem.- Fiction, General Fiction
- Notable Children's Books 2020
- Middle
- ISBN: 9781526613684
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The Sound of Silence
After a musician tells Yoshio her favorite sound is ma (silence), the boy seeks ma amidst the daily bustle of his life in Tokyo.- Fiction, General Fiction
- Notable Children's Books 2017
- Middle
- ISBN: 9780316203371
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Stella Díaz Has Something to Say
In this timely book about immigration, citizenship, and identity, third-grader Stella grapples with a fear of public speaking, a complicated family dynamic, and her place between cultures.- Fiction, General Fiction
- Notable Children's Books 2019
- Middle
- ISBN: 9781626728585
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The Storyteller
During a time of drought, a storyteller and his apprentice weave a complex tale to rescue their city from a menacing sandstorm.- Fiction, General Fiction
- Notable Children's Books 2017
- Middle
- ISBN: 9781481435185
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Three Keys (A Front Desk Novel)
Mia Tang and her family work to save the hotel they recently bought in the face of a looming immigration law that could send them back to China if passed and threatens the safety of Mia's friends.
- Fiction, General Fiction
- Notable Children's Books 2021
- Middle
- ISBN: 9781338591385
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The Truth as Told by Mason Buttle
In this poignant and powerful mystery, Mason, a seventh-grade boy who can barely read and write, finds a way to finally tell the truth about what happened the day his best friend died.- Fiction, General Fiction
- Notable Children's Books 2019
- Middle
- ISBN: 9780062491435
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Unusual Chickens for the Exceptional Poultry Farmer
Told primarily in letters, a series of humorous events kicks off when Sophie discovers chickens with astonishing abilities after her family inherits her great uncle's farm.- Fiction, General Fiction
- Notable Children's Books 2016
- Middle
- ISBN: 9780385755528
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What Stars Are Made Of
Libby, a young girl with Turner Syndrome who is fascinated by science, sets out to win a science contest and support her pregnant sister's family with the prize money.
- Fiction, General Fiction
- Notable Children's Books 2021
- Middle
- ISBN: 9780374313197
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When Mischief Came to Town
Recently orphaned, Inge Maria goes to live with her grandmother. Through her wild and spirited ways, Inge soon endears herself to the villagers, bringing joy to all.- Fiction, General Fiction
- Notable Children's Books 2017
- Middle
- ISBN: 9780544534322