Showing 1–17 of 17 titles
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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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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. -
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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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 Dreadful Tale of Prosper Redding: A Fiendish Arrangement
Kirby Heyborne's vast range of voices makes each character vivid in this darkly humorous tale of making deals with a demon.- Fiction, Audiobook
- Notable Children's Recordings 2018
- Middle, Older
- ISBN: 9781501962387
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Eugenia Lincoln and the Unexpected Package
Lorna Raver brings to life each quirky character from Deckawoo Drive with comedic flair in this lighthearted tale of a mysterious delivery.- Fiction, Audiobook
- Notable Children's Recordings 2018
- Middle, Younger
- ISBN: 9781101916124
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Freedom over Me: Eleven Slaves, Their Lives, and Dreams Brought to Life
Poems about the lives and dreams of eleven slaves are performed in a straightforward yet resonant style by Patricia Floyd, Kevin Free, and Jenny Sterlin.- Fiction, Historical Fiction, Audiobook
- Notable Children's Recordings 2018
- Middle, Older
- ISBN: 9781501956652
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Jake the Fake Keeps It Real
Sullivan Jones paints a hilarious picture of middle-school jokester Jake the Fake with style and pizzazz.- Fiction, Audiobook
- Notable Children's Recordings 2018
- Middle, Older
- ISBN: 9781524721336
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Princess Cora and the Crocodile
A princess' wish gone wrong leads to cream-puff-loving, wig-wearing, chandelier-swinging, king-chasing Crocodile and, in the end, a happier royal family.- Fiction, Fantasy
- Notable Children's Books 2018
- Middle
- ISBN: 9780763648220
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The Purloining of Prince Oleomargarine
In a quirky and seamless listen, Keegan-Michael Key narrates this “lost” story from Mark Twain, while Philip Stead and Mark Bramhall voice the conversation that frames the story.- Fiction, Folklore & Fairy Tales, Audiobook
- Notable Children's Recordings 2018
- Middle
- ISBN: 9780525498711
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Trapped! A Whale's Rescue
Mournful whale song and an organic musical score composed by Chris Kubie accompany George Guidall's telling of the uplifting story of a dramatic rescue at sea.- Fiction, Audiobook
- Notable Children's Recordings 2018
- Middle, Younger
- ISBN: 9781430126843
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The Unbeatable Squirrel Girl: Squirrel Meets World
Abigail Revasch and Tara Sands's spunky performances draw listeners into this hilarious, action-packed tale about Doreen Green, a.k.a. Squirrel Girl, her new B.F.F., evil-doers, and chittering squirrels.- Fiction, Audiobook
- Notable Children's Recordings 2018
- Middle, Older
- ISBN: 9781524734077
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Wedgie & Gizmo
Johnny Heller's diabolical Gizmo, an evil genius guinea pig, and Maxwell Glick's hysterical Wedgie, an energetic Corgi, face off as they adjust to their humans' new living arrangement as a blended family.- Fiction, Audiobook
- Notable Children's Recordings 2018
- Middle, Younger
- ISBN: 9780062683540
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Wishtree
Red, a quiet wishing tree, is the recipient of neighborhood hopes and dreams. When an immigrant family is harassed in the community, Red is motivated to act.- Fiction, General Fiction
- Notable Children's Books 2018
- Middle
- ISBN: 9781250043221
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The Wizards of Once
A wizard, a warrior princess, and a forbidden magical object come together in this rip-roaring adventure. David Tennant transports listeners to a faraway land with his clearly unique voices, along with sound effects and songs.