Showing 1–13 of 13 titles

• Genre: Historical Fiction
• Award year: 2016

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  Adam and Thomas

  By Aharon Appelfeld, Philippe Dumas (Illustrator), Jeffrey M. Green (Translator)

  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.

  • Fiction, Historical Fiction
  • Mildred L. Batchelder Award 2016 (Honor Title), Notable Children's Books 2016
  • Middle
  • ISBN: 9781609806347
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  The Blackthorn Key

  By Kevin Sands

  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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  The Book Itch: Freedom, Truth, & Harlem's Greatest Bookstore

  By Vaunda Micheaux Nelson, R. Gregory Christie (Illustrator)

  Lewis Michaux Jr.takes readers through the National Memorial African Bookstore in Harlem. This one-of-a-kind store offered a place for African Americans to read, learn, and debate ideas for over 40 years.

  • Biography, Historical Fiction
  • Notable Children's Books 2016
  • Younger
  • ISBN: 9780761339434
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  Echo

  By Pam Muñoz Ryan

  This original fairy tale intertwines with historical fiction to explore music and its power to save, heal, and set free.

  • Fiction, Historical Fiction, Fantasy
  • John Newbery Medal 2016 (Honor Title), Notable Children's Books 2016
  • Middle
  • ISBN: 9780439874021
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  Full Cicada Moon

  By Marilyn Hilton

  Set against the backdrop of the first lunar landing, this free verse novel features Mimi Oliver, a half Japanese, half African American girl who learns about fitting in and standing up for what's right.

  • Fiction, Historical Fiction
  • Notable Children's Books 2016
  • Middle
  • ISBN: 9780525428756
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  Gone Crazy in Alabama

  By Rita Williams-Garcia

  Sisters Delphine, Vonetta, and Fern travel to rural Alabama to visit Big Ma during the summer of 1969, where they find out about southern culture, animal rights, and the strength of their family, both past and present.

  • Fiction, Historical Fiction
  • Notable Children's Books 2016
  • Middle
  • ISBN: 9780062215871
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  Hiawatha and the Peacemaker

  By Robbie Robertson, David Shannon (Illustrator)

  After losing his family to war, the grieving Hiawatha is asked by the Peacemaker to help him unite the five warring Iroquois nations. Vivid oil paintings illustrate the fictional retelling of the true story.

  • Fiction, Historical Fiction
  • Notable Children's Books 2016
  • All Ages
  • ISBN: 9781419712203
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  The Hired Girl

  By Laura Amy Schlitz

  Using diary entries, 14-year-old Joan shares her journey toward a better life. New surroundings and experiences in Baltimore lead to moments of adventure and self-discovery.

  • Fiction, Historical Fiction
  • Notable Children's Books 2016
  • Older
  • ISBN: 9780763678180
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  Lillian's Right to Vote: A Celebration of the Voting Rights Act of 1965

  By Jonah Winter, Shane W. Evans (Illustrator)

  Recalling the fight for the Voting Rights Act of 1965, a 100-year-old woman on the way to cast her ballot recounts the journey her family faced in gaining the right to vote.

  • Fiction, Historical Fiction
  • Notable Children's Books 2016
  • Younger
  • ISBN: 9780385390286
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  The Seventh Most Important Thing

  By Shelley Pearsall

  After throwing a brick at the Junk Man's head, 13-year-old Arthur is sentenced to assist him. Little does he know that the junk he collects is part of a significant work of art.

  • Fiction, Historical Fiction
  • Notable Children's Books 2016
  • Older
  • ISBN: 9780553497298
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  Stella by Starlight

  By Sharon M. Draper, Heather Alicia Simms (Narrator)

  Heather Alicia Simms' warm voice and gospel singing make the conflict believable between African Americans and their white neighbors in the 1930's South.

  • History, Historical Fiction, Audiobook
  • Notable Children's Recordings 2016
  • Middle, Older
  • ISBN: 9781442380394
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  Stella by Starlight

  By Sharon M. Draper

  In 1932 North Carolina, Stella feels the effects of a Klan cross burning, segregation, voter registration, and a major house fire in a story of change in a close-knit community.

  • Fiction, Historical Fiction
  • Notable Children's Books 2016
  • Middle
  • ISBN: 9781442494978
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  The War That Saved My Life

  By Kimberly Brubaker Bradley

  Bradley's powerful plot, remarkably drawn characters, and sparse language are outstanding components of this novel about courage, community, and conviction. (Newbery Honor Book)

  • Fiction, Historical Fiction
  • John Newbery Medal 2016 (Honor Title), Notable Children's Books 2016
  • Middle
  • ISBN: 9780803740815