Showing 1–50 of 55 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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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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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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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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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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Catherine’s War
This graphic novel tells the story of Rachel, a Jewish girl forced to change her identity during World War II. As Catherine, she uses a camera to document her experiences, vividly capturing moments of terror, exhilaration, and joy.
- Fiction, Graphic Novels
- Mildred L. Batchelder Award 2021 (Honor Title), Notable Children's Books 2021
- Middle
- ISBN: 9780062915603
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The Creature Garden
Imagine and create real or original fantastic animals by hatching eggs, adding animal qualities, and testing their skills. Children can name their animal creations, feed and groom them, and have their different creations race each other. Available in English.
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Droplets - Drops for Kids
As a language learning app created specifically for families, parents can make Kid Profiles for multiple children of varying skill levels. Users can choose from over 30 languages to learn vocabulary, spelling, and word recognition. Available in multiple languages.
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Echo Mountain
Having lost everything in the Great Depression, Ellie's family moves to the mountain. When her father is left comatose after a tragic accident, they embrace neighbors and nature in order to survive and revive him.
- Fiction, Historical Fiction
- Notable Children's Books 2021
- Middle
- ISBN: 9780525555568
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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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Fart Quest
Jonathan Myles’s narration beautifully captures the hilarious adventures of three magical apprentices facing their first quest and the opportunity to become heroes.
- Audiobook
- Notable Children's Recordings 2021
- Middle, Younger
- ISBN: 9781250795908
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Fighting Words
Bahni Turpin’s exemplary narration is emotionally moving in this powerful story about addiction, child sexual abuse, and the loving bond between two sisters.
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From the Desk of Zoe Washington
With skill and compelling realism, Bahni Turpin gives voice to aspiring pastry chef Zoe Washington, as she sets out to try to prove the innocence of her incarcerated father.
- Audiobook
- Notable Children's Recordings 2021
- Middle, Older
- ISBN: 9780062969279
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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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How It Works?
Interactive animations and texts read aloud teach kids how natural phenomena work. Kids learn about energy, the water cycle, the parts of a plant, the Earth, earthquakes, and volcanos. Each lesson includes experiment and demonstration ideas for hands-on learning, as well as puzzles, sorting games, and drawing activities. Available in multiple languages.
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JigSpace
Curious seekers of all ages can explore dozens of interactive 3D educational presentations, or "Jigs". This simple and easy-to-use app uses augmented reality (AR) to bring hands-on learning through step-by-step instructions on a variety of topics and concepts. Available in English.
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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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Knowin - Learn Coding
Children will learn basic coding knowledge at their own pace with this app that has the user tapping their answers instead of typing. Easy to navigate and no prior knowledge of coding required. Available in English.
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Learn Chess with Dr. Wolf
Learn to play chess with Dr. Wolf, the coach who teaches, points out strategic ideas, and helps with mistakes. Players who subscribe to paid coaching receive some additional individualized coaching (acknowledgment of application of skills) and receive unlimited access to twenty five lessons. Best for beginners and intermediate players. Available in English.
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Lego Duplo World
Based on the popular real world Duplo Legos, young children are invited to explore, discover, pretend, and create. Multi-touch functionality allows parent and child to engage together in side-by-side play. Children from all backgrounds will see themselves represented in this open-ended, play-based game. Free, but with paid add-ons. Available in multiple languages.
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Letters from Cuba
In a series of letters, young Jewish refugee Esther describes life in 1930s Cuba as she helps her father earn money by sewing dresses so their family can join them and escape persecution in Poland.
- Fiction, Biography, Historical Fiction
- Notable Children's Books 2021
- Middle
- ISBN: 9780525516477
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The List of Things That Will Not Change
Rachel L. Jacobs sensitively voices young Bea with appropriate emotion, anger, and joy as she settles into a life where some things are new, but others will not change.
- Audiobook
- Notable Children's Recordings 2021
- Middle
- ISBN: 9780593155356
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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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The Madre de Aguas of Cuba
Through dynamic narration, Rebecca Soler takes listeners on a magical adventure exploring the complexities of Cuban culture, the importance of water to the island nation, and the mystery of the Madre de Aguas.
- Fantasy, Audiobook
- Notable Children's Recordings 2021
- Middle, Younger
- ISBN: 9780593209431
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Mañanaland
Max loves fútbol, although his hopes of joining a team are replaced by working with his Dad and eventually discovering that his family are secret guardians who take on refugees and deliver them to "Mananaland."
- Fiction, Fantasy
- Notable Children's Books 2021
- Middle
- ISBN: 9781338157864
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Math Land
Kids and adults can practice math, everything from simple addition and subtraction equations to more complex equations, with the use of different strategies in a pirate game setting. Available in multiple languages.
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Mathigon
This free app for mathematics makes learning fun. Available in English only, the interactive platform offers a captivating narrative along with animation and colorful illustrations. From multiplication flashcards, fractals, to prime and Fibonacci numbers, this "Textbook of the Future” allows students to explore math in a new and exciting way. Best used as supplemental learning.
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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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Open Ocean: Marine Migration
Learn about Earth's oceans, scientific research, and equipment through immersive 360-degree videos, maps, and infographics. Users can explore by visiting the free Ocean School website or by downloading their app to gain a more augmented/virtual reality experience. Available in English and French.
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Overground Railroad
A soundscape painted with the bustle of a train, chatter of passengers, and the poetic voice of Shayna Small moves listeners through a train journey North amidst the Great Migration.
- Historical Fiction, Audiobook
- Notable Children's Recordings 2021
- Middle, Younger
- ISBN: 9781430144250
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Play and Learn Engineering by PBS Kids
This free, user-friendly app builds kids' engineering skills as they solve puzzle challenges. The challenges vary in difficulty, but all reward logic and experimentation. Reading proficiency is not necessary; brief, vocalized instructions and clear examples demonstrate the tasks clearly. Available in English and Spanish.
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Pocket Build
Children can build their own worlds in this sandbox building app. Use survival mode to mine resources and earn new developments, or use sandbox mode for unlimited creativity. Available in multiple languages.
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Prairie Lotus
Hanna, a biracial Chinese American, and her White father move to the Dakota Territory in the 1880’s to start over after her mother’s death. Hanna struggles to find her own strengths and voice within an unwelcoming community.
- Fiction, Historical Fiction
- Notable Children's Books 2021
- Middle
- ISBN: 9781328781505
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Prodigy Math Game
Math practice becomes a magical quest in this simple multiplayer game. Students can choose their grade level, then customize an avatar to engage in spell battles/math problems, collecting coins, accessories, and pets for every correct answer. Available in English.
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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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Scribbles & Ink
Children draw along with characters Scribbles and Ink, either following interactive prompts or creating independently. Printable activity sheets and how-to-draw videos are also provided. The drawing tools are clear and easy to use. This is a simple but elegant drawing program for young learners. Available in English.
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Sharuko: El Arqueólogo Peruano/Peruvian Archaeologist Julio C. Tello
This bilingual biography traces the life of Julio C. Tello, from a curious, young boy to an accomplished archaeologist who elevated Peru’s indigenous history.
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Show Me a Sign
Based in the actual Deaf community that existed on Martha’s Vineyard during the 1800’s, Mary lives a singularly typical life. Never considering the deafness she is born with to be a disability until a prejudiced scientist arrives, Mary finds herself the focus of a study against her will.
- Fiction, Historical Fiction
- Notable Children's Books 2021
- Middle
- ISBN: 9781338255812
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Stepping Stones
Jen’s move from NYC to the country, and the ups and downs that entails, is brought to life through consistent sound effects and stellar voicing in this full cast performance.
- Audiobook
- Notable Children's Recordings 2021
- Middle, Younger
- ISBN: 9780593341414
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Swift Playgrounds
Swift Playgrounds uses puzzles and challenges to teach coding. This app is useful for all ages, both to beginners seeking to gain the basics of coding, and those with some experience seeking to advance their skills before moving on to more difficult coding used by developers. Available in multiple languages.
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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 Total Eclipse of Nestor Lopez
When animals begin disappearing and Abuela starts acting suspicious, Nestor must use his secret ability to communicate with animals to save his town from a tule vieja, a witch that transforms into animals.
- Fiction, Fantasy
- Notable Children's Books 2021, Pura Belpré Children's Author Award 2021 (Honor Title)
- Middle
- ISBN: 9780374313609
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Tristan Strong Destroys the World
Amir Abdullah’s excellent and nimble characterization captures Tristan Strong’s storytelling prowess and a wide-ranging cast of characters as they return to Alke in a battle to save Tristan’s loved ones from a powerful evil force.
- Fantasy, Audiobook
- Notable Children's Recordings 2021
- Middle, Older
- ISBN: 9780593149591
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We Dream of Space
In the days before the Space Shuttle Challenger disaster, the Thomas siblings navigate the dangerous space of middle school and the fractured constellation of their family.
- Fiction, Historical Fiction
- John Newbery Medal 2021 (Honor Title), Notable Children's Books 2021
- Middle
- ISBN: 9780062747303
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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 Stars Are Scattered
Faysal Ahmed skillfully leads a full cast performance that brings authenticity and emotion to Omar’s personal story and experiences in a refugee camp.
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When Stars Are Scattered
Omar, along with his younger brother Hassan, recounts the stories of growing up as orphan refugees at a displacement camp in Kenya.
- Nonfiction, Graphic Novels, Biography
- Notable Children's Books 2021
- Middle
- ISBN: 9780525553915
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When You Trap a Tiger
Lily bargains with a magical tiger to return stolen stories in order to save her sick grandmother.
- Fiction
- John Newbery Medal 2021 (Medal Winner), Notable Children's Books 2021
- Middle
- ISBN: 9781524715700
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Wink
Earnest and humorous, Michael Crouch effectively voices Ross as he undergoes treatment for an eye cancer, while Marc Thompson’s sound effect-laden delivery of the comic adventures of BatPig help drive the story forward.
- Fiction, Audiobook
- Notable Children's Recordings 2021
- Middle, Older
- ISBN: 9780593162552