Showing 401–450 of 577 titles
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Pulga
A Colombian waif takes a job as a trucker's helper and sees what life outside of Bogota is like.- Fiction, General Fiction
- Mildred L. Batchelder Award 1973 (Medal Winner)
- ISBN: 9780688317966
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Quicksand Pond
In this thought-provoking, eerie story, two girls from disparate backgrounds build a raft where two murders occurred nearly 80 years prior.- Fiction, General Fiction
- Notable Children's Books 2018
- Older
- ISBN: 9781481472227
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Rabbit & Robot: The Sleepover
In “Rabbit & Robot: The Sleepover,” Rabbit and Robot disagree on everything on rabbit's “To Do” list at their sleepover, including Robot's insistence of pizza toppings of nuts, bolts, and screws. Everything comes to a halt when Robot's batteries run low. Humorous cartoon-style illustrations accompany four episodes, perfect for readers transitioning to easy chapter books.- Fiction, General Fiction
- Theodor Seuss Geisel Award 2013 (Honor Title)
- Younger
- ISBN: 9780763654757
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Rain Makes Applesauce
Each two-page spread contains a nonsense line that always ends with “And rain makes applesauce” and the accusation, “Oh you're just talking silly talk.” Illustrations in rich but delicate colors have an almost surrealistic effect and add a sophisticated tone.- Fiction, General Fiction
- Randolph Caldecott Medal 1965 (Honor Title)
- ISBN: 9780823400911
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Ramona and Her Father
Ramona is in second grade when her father loses his job and her mother begins to work full-time. Ramona tries her best to help her family through the crisis, even starting a campaign to get her father to quit smoking. Her worries, problems, and joys, presented with lively good humor, are common to many children her age.- Fiction, General Fiction
- John Newbery Medal 1978 (Honor Title)
- ISBN: 9780380709168
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Ramona Quimby, Age 8
Ramona is now starting the third grade and her life is full of the usual hilarious trials that cause her to be labeled a “nuisance and show-off” by her new teacher. Whether she is deciding if she prefers her printed Q to the floppy cursive one, getting raw egg in her hair, or facing an interminably boring Sunday, Ramona is always a memorable character.- Fiction, General Fiction
- John Newbery Medal 1982 (Honor Title)
- Younger
- ISBN: 9780440473503
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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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Reaching Out
In this poignantly written autobiography, Jimenez recounts his days as a young Mexican American student who is the first in his family to attend college. Against great odds, he is determined to complete his education.- Fiction, General Fiction
- Pura Belpré Children's Author Award 2009 (Honor Title)
- Older
- ISBN: 9780618038510
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Rebound
After being sent to his grandparents' house for the summer, Chuck Bell finds his groove through basketball, comics, and exploring his roots in this companion title to 2015 Newbery winner The Crossover.- Fiction, General Fiction
- Notable Children's Books 2019
- Older
- ISBN: 9780544868137
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Red
A girl and her friends laugh when a classmate blushes on the playground. When one student takes the teasing too far, the girl must make a critical decision.- Fiction, General Fiction
- Notable Children's Books 2016
- Younger
- ISBN: 9780802854469
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The Red Book
With a simplicity that belies their depth, Lehman's nuanced watercolor illustrations transport a city girl, an island boy, and the viewer beyond their familiar worlds. This wordless picture book offers an enticing visual journey with surprising twists and reveals the mysterious power of books.- Fiction, General Fiction
- Randolph Caldecott Medal 2005 (Honor Title)
- Younger
- ISBN: 9780618428588
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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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Red Sails to Capri
Three wealthy strangers come to Michele's small island village and stay at his parents' inn. Their good spirits and desire for adventure soon convince Michele and his friends to help the strangers explore a forbidden cave. Their discovery of the nowfamous Blue Grotto changes the lives of every one on Capri.- Fiction, General Fiction
- John Newbery Medal 1953 (Honor Title)
- ISBN: 9780670592135
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The Relatives Came
What a marvelous time is had when all the relatives come from Virginia for a visit! They crowd into the house, where there is much loving and hugging and breathing to do together! The pictures nearly bounce off the pages with all the love and happiness in this book.- Fiction, General Fiction
- Randolph Caldecott Medal 1986 (Honor Title)
- ISBN: 9780689845086
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Return to Sender
When Tyler's father is unable to maintain the family farm, he hires undocumented workers, resulting in an interdependent relationship that mirrors current social and political conditions in the U.S.- Fiction, General Fiction
- Pura Belpré Children's Author Award 2010 (Medal Winner)
- Older
- ISBN: 9780375858383
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A Ring of Endless Light
Sixteen-year-old Vicky and her family spend the summer on a New England island with her dying grandfather. All summer long she and her family are preoccupied with the mysteries of life, death, and eternity, yet there is still time for Vicky to help with a Marine Biology Station dolphin project and to date two boys.- Fiction, General Fiction
- John Newbery Medal 1981 (Honor Title)
- ISBN: 9780440972327
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The Robber and Me
Here begins the story of Boniface, who lands in a remote corner of the forest, in the god-forsaken village of Graab, where he makes the acquaintance of Robber Knapp.- Fiction, General Fiction
- Mildred L. Batchelder Award 1998 (Medal Winner)
- ISBN: 9780805055993
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Roger Is Reading a Book
Cinematic art and text illuminate exuberant Emily, whose loud hobbies interrupt Roger as he tries to peacefully read his book.- Fiction, General Fiction
- Notable Children's Books 2016
- Younger
- ISBN: 9780802854421
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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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Ronia, the Robber's Daughter
When the fearless daughter of a renegade robber meets the son of a rival chief, she gets caught between the two clans.- Fiction, General Fiction
- Mildred L. Batchelder Award 1984 (Medal Winner)
- ISBN: 9780416262209
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The Rooster Who Would Not Be Quiet!
The new mayor of La Paz has outlawed singing of any kind, but a rooster arrives that will just not be quiet.- Fiction, General Fiction
- Notable Children's Books 2018
- Younger
- ISBN: 9780545722889
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The Rough Patch
The state of Fox's garden mirrors his grieving process as he mourns his best friend.- Fiction, General Fiction
- Notable Children's Books 2019, Randolph Caldecott Medal 2019 (Honor Title)
- Younger
- ISBN: 9780062671271
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Rudas: Niño's Horrendous Hermanitas
Wild adventures ensue when young luchador Niño is pitted against his little sisters, the lucha wrestling queens.- Fiction, General Fiction
- Notable Children's Books 2017
- Younger
- ISBN: 9781626722408
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Rules
“A boy can take off his shirt to swim, but not his shorts.” Twelve-year-old Catherine creates rules for her younger, autistic brother David in an attempt to normalize his life and her own. In her debut novel, Lord's heroine learns to use words to forge connections with her brother, her workaholic father, and a paraplegic friend.- Fiction, General Fiction
- John Newbery Medal 2007 (Honor Title)
- Middle
- ISBN: 0-439-44382-2
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Run for Your Life
In alternating voices, this Italian novel tells the story of two brothers separated by Mafia violence.- Fiction, General Fiction
- Mildred L. Batchelder Award 2019 (Honor Title), Notable Children's Books 2019
- Older
- ISBN: 9781632061652
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Salma the Syrian Chef
Salma misses her mother’s smile and laughter and hopes making her favorite Syrian dish will bring back her smile. When preparing the dish doesn't go as planned, Salma's community comes together to help finish the dish and celebrate her success.
- Fiction, General Fiction
- Notable Children's Books 2021
- Younger
- ISBN: 9781773213750
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Sam and Dave Dig a Hole
Klassen's use of texture, shape and earth tones in this deceptively simple book invite readers into the experience of two boys, who, accompanied by their dog, set out to dig a hole. Readers will find an unexpected treasure and be challenged to ponder the meaning of “spectacular.- Fiction, General Fiction
- Randolph Caldecott Medal 2015 (Honor Title)
- Younger
- ISBN: 9780763662295
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Sam, Bangs & Moonshine
Sam, a fisherman's daughter, has a bad habit of making up stories. The little girl learns to distinguish the truth from “moonshine” only after her best friend and her cat nearly meet tragedy. The book's pictures capture Sam's confusion of fact and fancy.- Fiction, General Fiction
- Randolph Caldecott Medal 1967 (Medal Winner)
- ISBN: 9780805003154
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Samir and Yonatan
When Samir, a Palestinian boy, enters an Israeli hospital for surgery, the initial fear and antagonism he feels is mitigated by his bond with Yonatan, an Israeli. Their relationship grows as they face their own physical and emotional trials.- Fiction, General Fiction
- Mildred L. Batchelder Award 2001 (Medal Winner)
- Older
- ISBN: 9780439135047
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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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Sato the Rabbit
Sato the Rabbit's imagination transforms the details of ordinary life into fanciful adventures that embrace and enhance the natural world. (A 2022 Batchelder Honor Book)
- Fiction, General Fiction
- Notable Children's Books 2022
- Younger
- ISBN: 9781592703180
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Saturday
Saturdays are when Mom and Ava do special things together, even when they don't go as planned.- Fiction, General Fiction
- Notable Children's Books 2020
- Younger
- ISBN: 9780316431279
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Saturday Is Swimming Day
Yum delicately explores the fear and triumph a little girl feels when facing her Saturday swimming lessons.- Fiction, General Fiction
- Notable Children's Books 2019
- Younger
- ISBN: 9780763691172
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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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School's First Day of School
In this charming account of first-day jitters, a brand new school building is the one wracked with nerves as the school year begins.- Fiction, General Fiction
- Notable Children's Books 2017
- Younger
- ISBN: 9781596439641
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Seabird
To help him while away the hours on the whaling ship, Ezra carves a mascot, Seabird, which becomes his constant companion as he journeys around the world and finally gets his own ship. For four generations Seabird brings companionship and luck to Ezra's family as they sail the sea.- Fiction, General Fiction
- John Newbery Medal 1949 (Honor Title)
- ISBN: 9780440841159
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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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Secret Letters from 0 to 10
Ten-year-old Ernest lives a boring existence in Paris with his grandmother until a lively girl named Victory enters his class at school.- Fiction, General Fiction
- Mildred L. Batchelder Award 1999 (Honor Title)
- Middle
- ISBN: 9780670880072
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Sector 7
A small boy on a class trip to the Empire State Building is transported by a friendly cloud to Sector 7, a great cloud factory high in the sky. Wiesner's striking and dramatic watercolors transform the childhood fantasy of figures in the clouds into an imaginative story without words.- Fiction, General Fiction
- Randolph Caldecott Medal 2000 (Honor Title)
- Younger
- ISBN: 9780395746561
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See Me Run
Dogs and more dogs are everywhere. Running, sliding, jumping, splashing and having fun. Perceptive beginning readers will be drawn into the story starting with the illustration on the title page that hints at the surprising ending to come.- Fiction, General Fiction
- Theodor Seuss Geisel Award 2012 (Honor Title)
- Younger
- ISBN: 9780823440436
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See the Cat: Three Stories About a Dog
In a laugh-out-loud story that keeps instructing readers to “see the cat,” Max the Dog must interact with the text to prove to the narrator and a cast of zany characters that he is indeed canine.
- Fiction, General Fiction
- Notable Children's Books 2021, Theodor Seuss Geisel Award 2021 (Medal Winner)
- Younger
- ISBN: 9781536204278
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Shadow of a Bull
With everyone waiting for him to become a great bullfighter like his father, Manolo is afraid to let them know that he has a different dream—to become a doctor. He trains and practices for the ring until finally he has the courage and confidence to admit that he can never be a bullfighter.- Fiction, General Fiction
- John Newbery Medal 1965 (Medal Winner)
- ISBN: 9780689300424
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Shadrach
After Davie's grandfather promises him a rabbit of his own, the little boy's excitement is nearly uncontainable. Davie bravely gathers food near a dangerous Dutch canal, helps get his hutch ready, and, when the rabbit arrives, lavishes attention and affection on the little animal.- Fiction, General Fiction
- John Newbery Medal 1954 (Honor Title)
- ISBN: 9780060215460
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Shiloh
Marty Preston, an eleven-year-old West Virginian boy, befriends a stray dog and while protecting the dog from abuse wrestles with universal questions of honesty, commitment, and ethical decision making. Marty discovers that discerning right from wrong is not as straightforward as he had imagined.- Fiction, General Fiction
- John Newbery Medal 1992 (Medal Winner)
- ISBN: 0-689-31614-3
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Show Way
Jacqueline Woodson's magnificent poem “Show Way” tells the story of slavery, emancipation, and triumph for each generation of her maternal ancestors. She pays tribute to the creative women who guided their “tall and straight-boned” daughters to courage, self-sufficiency, and freedom. Whether with quilts or stories, poems or songs, these women discovered and shared the strength to carry on.- Fiction, General Fiction
- John Newbery Medal 2006 (Honor Title)
- Middle
- ISBN: 0-399-23749-6
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A Sick Day for Amos McGee
In this tender tale of reciprocity and friendship, zookeeper Amos McGee gets the sniffles and receives a surprise visit from his caring animal friends. Erin Stead's delicate woodblock prints and fine pencil work complement Philip Stead's understated, spare and humorous text to create a well-paced, gentle and satisfying book, perfect for sharing with friends.- Fiction, General Fiction
- Randolph Caldecott Medal 2011 (Medal Winner)
- Younger
- ISBN: 9781596434028
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Sidetracked
Despite learning disabilities, Joseph joins his school's track team and discovers the value of achieving a personal best, both on and off the cross-country course.- Fiction, General Fiction
- Notable Children's Books 2018
- Older
- ISBN: 9781419726019
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Sidewalk Flowers
A little girl collects wildflowers while her distracted father pays little attention. In a wordless homage to the importance of small things, each flower becomes a gift, transforming the giver and the recipient.- Fiction, General Fiction
- Notable Children's Books 2016
- Younger
- ISBN: 9781554984312
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Sing a Song: How “Lift Every Voice and Sing” Inspired Generations
This story behind the Black National Anthem, “Lift Every Voice and Sing,” shows its impact over the generations.- Fiction, General Fiction
- Notable Children's Books 2020
- Younger
- ISBN: 9780525516095
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The Skunk
What is a man to do when a skunk appears on his doorstep? Readers follow the man and skunk on a quirky, humorous adventure.- Fiction, General Fiction
- Notable Children's Books 2016
- Younger
- ISBN: 9781596439665