Showing 1–50 of 124 titles
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¡Olinguito, de la A a la Z! / Olinguito, from A to Z! Descubriendo el bosque nublado / Unveiling the Cloud Forest
Explore the Ecuadorian Andes and its cloud forest in this bilingual alphabet book.- Nonfiction, Science, Alphabet Books
- Notable Children's Books 2017
- All Ages
- ISBN: 9780892393275
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28 Days: Moments in Black History that Changed the World
A full cast of narrators performs twenty-nine poems celebrating Black History with accompanying music, sound effects, and historical recordings creating a riveting listen.
- History, Biography, Audiobook
- Notable Children's Recordings 2017
- Middle
- ISBN: 9781430120223
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Abe's Honest Words: The Life of Abraham Lincoln
Nicol Zanzarella and Trevor Murphy expertly tell the story of Lincoln's life. Special sound effects, background music, and author and illustrator notes enhance the listening experience.- Biography, Audiobook
- Notable Children's Recordings 2017
- Middle
- ISBN: 9781423104087
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Ada Lovelace, Poet of Science: The First Computer Programmer
This engaging biography introduces nineteenth-century scientist Ada Lovelace, who developed the first algorithm used by the world's early computers.- Nonfiction, Biography, Computer Science
- Notable Children's Books 2017
- Younger
- ISBN: 9781481452496
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Ada Twist, Scientist
Inquisitive Ada Twist is determined to identify a mysterious smell. Her mission includes some not-so-successful science experiments, supportive parents, and insatiable curiosity.- Fiction, General Fiction
- Notable Children's Books 2017
- Younger
- ISBN: 9781419721373
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Animals by the Numbers: A Book of Infographics.
The animal kingdom is presented in easy-to-understand, colorful infrographics that allow the reader to appreciate the world of animals by comparing and contrasting one species to another.- Nonfiction, Science, Animals
- Notable Children's Books 2017
- All Ages
- ISBN: 9780544630925
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Anna and the Swallow Man
In the shadow of the Nazi invasion of Poland, Anna finds herself alone and follows a tall, mysterious stranger. Together, they embark on a journey of survival and self-discovery. Told in elegant language, this heartbreaking story explores a child's coming-of-age in a war-torn landscape where nothing is as it seems. -
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Arriba Abajo
1 2 3 Andrés imparts the joy of language, music, and movement in a bilingual (English and Spanish) collection of songs that is storytime and classroom-friendly.- Songs
- Notable Children's Recordings 2017
- All Ages
- ISBN: 956368431
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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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As Brave as You
Guy Lockard brings ebullience and poignancy to this funny, resonant story of two brothers and the questions, big and small, that they face over the summer at their grandparents' home.- Fiction, Audiobook
- Notable Children's Recordings 2017
- Middle, Older
- ISBN: 9781508225102
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As Time Went By
An abandoned ship finds new purpose when displaced villagers make it their new home. -
The Ballad of a Broken Nose
Bart, a quirky Norwegian 13-year-old, faces many odds: an alcoholic, overweight mother who loves him dearly; life in a run-down apartment; classmates who bully him and break his nose; and boxing lessons he takes to toughen himself—all juxtaposed with his desire to become an opera singer!
- Fiction, General Fiction
- Mildred L. Batchelder Award 2017 (Honor Title), Notable Children's Books 2017
- Older
- ISBN: 9781481415422
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Beetle Boy
With distinct characterizations and humor, M.G. Leonard narrates her book about a boy, beetles, and the mysterious disappearance of his father. -
Before Morning
Through rhythmic text and scratchboard illustrations, readers follow a family from “the deep woolen dark” of night into a snowy morning, where all is made “slow and delightful and white.”- Fiction, General Fiction
- Notable Children's Books 2017
- Younger
- ISBN: 9780547979175
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Best Frints in the Whole Universe
Using their own unique language, space creatures Yelfred and Omek demonstrate that friendship troubles are universal.- Fiction, Science Fiction
- Notable Children's Books 2017
- Younger
- ISBN: 9781626721364
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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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The Bitter Side of Sweet
Three children band together to escape a life of slavery on a cacao farm in the modern-day Ivory Coast.- Fiction, General Fiction
- Notable Children's Books 2017
- Older
- ISBN: 9780399173073
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Blood Brother: Jonathan Daniels and His Sacrifice for Civil Rights
Jonathan Daniels devoted his life to helping others, leading him to stand up and march for civil rights. Through journal entries, letters, and insight, readers experience his heartfelt fight for human rights.- Nonfiction, History, US History, Biography
- Notable Children's Books 2017
- Older
- ISBN: 9781629790947
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Booked
Twelve-year-old Nick excels on the soccer field but struggles to deal with his parents' divorce in this touching yet humorous novel in verse.- Fiction, General Fiction
- Notable Children's Books 2017
- Older
- ISBN: 9780544570986
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Brown v. Board of Education: A Fight for Simple Justice
This thorough look at the landmark Supreme Court case that ended school segregation illuminates an important part of U.S. history.- Nonfiction, Social Sciences
- Notable Children's Books 2017
- Older
- ISBN: 9780823436460
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The Cat Who Came in Off the Roof
A rollicking performance by Katherine Kellgren lets the listener enjoy the adventures of shy Mr. Tibble and the unusual Miss Minou.- Fiction, Audiobook
- Notable Children's Recordings 2017
- Middle, Younger
- ISBN: 9780147521019
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Cloud and Wallfish
Noah is whisked by his parents to a new life behind the Iron Curtain in 1989 East Germany. Mystery, intrigue, and friendship interweave as he questions everything he knows and loves.- Fiction, Historical Fiction
- Notable Children's Books 2017
- Older
- ISBN: 9780763688035
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Counting
Experience counting in the natural world with a variety of textures and shapes. Numbers and words are printed as text and Braille in this early learning board book.- Fiction, General Fiction
- Notable Children's Books 2017
- Younger
- ISBN: 9781465436139
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Coyote Moon
Striving to feed her pups, a coyote hunts in the moonlight until dawn. This strikingly illustrated, nonfiction offering holds many facts and celebrates this skilled predator.- Nonfiction, Science, Animals
- Notable Children's Books 2017
- Younger
- ISBN: 9781626720411
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Cry, Heart, But Never Break
The figure of Death gently eases the pain of four siblings as they accept the loss of their grandmother.- Fiction, General Fiction
- Mildred L. Batchelder Award 2017 (Medal Winner), Notable Children's Books 2017
- Older
- ISBN: 9781592701872
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Daniel Finds a Poem
What is poetry? Maybe it's glistening morning dew, a cool pond, or crunchy leaves. A young boy spends a day talking to animals and discovering poetry in the world around him.- Fiction, General Fiction
- Notable Children's Books 2017
- All Ages
- ISBN: 9780399169137
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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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Dream On, Amber
For Amber Alessandra Leola Kimiko Miyamoto, navigating school is not as challenging as discovering her role in her unconventional family. Amber's audacious imagination leads to both trouble and a satisfying resolution. Laura Kirman becomes this spirited tween in a dynamic performance that highlights Amber's humor, heart and multicultural heritage. -
Du Iz Tak?
As a tiny plant springs from the ground, curious bugs watch it grow and marvel in their own buggy language. Whimsically detailed paintings showcase their activities and the subtly passing seasons.- Fiction, General Fiction
- Notable Children's Books 2017, Randolph Caldecott Medal 2017 (Honor Title)
- All Ages
- ISBN: 9780763665302
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Esquivel!: Space-Age Sound Artist
Duncan Tonatiuh creates a sense of sound and movement through energetic, textured collage illustrations that celebrate the life of innovative Mexican musician and composer Juan García Esquivel. Incorporating funky fonts and far-out fashions, Tonatiuh's unique artistic style harkens back to indigenous codex art and lends cultural authenticity to this pulsating picture-book biography. -
Fabulous Frogs
Frogs of all sizes and colors, bearing a variety of unique characteristics, hop through this beautiful nonfiction picture book.- Nonfiction, Science, Animals
- Notable Children's Books 2017
- Younger
- ISBN: 9780763681005
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Feel What U Feel
Exploring various emotions, Lisa Loeb's soothing voice invites children to “Feel What U Feel.”- Songs
- Notable Children's Recordings 2017
- All Ages
- ISBN: 1048034596
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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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Freedom in Congo Square
In rhythmic text and exuberant illustrations, Weatherford and Christie tell the story of slaves who, after toiling all week, had one afternoon free to dance, sing, and play music in New Orleans' Congo Square. -
Freedom over Me: Eleven Slaves, Their Lives and Dreams Brought to Life by Ashley Bryan
In the U.S., slaves were erroneously considered objects with a monetary value. Here, Bryan humanizes 11 enslaved people, imagining the dreams and personal reflections that belong only to them.- Fiction, Historical Fiction
- John Newbery Medal 2017 (Honor Title), Notable Children's Books 2017
- All Ages
- ISBN: 9781481456906
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Full of Beans
Bean and his gang of friends find the resources to survive the Great Depression's hardships in their hometown of Key West, Florida.- Fiction, Historical Fiction
- Notable Children's Books 2017
- Middle
- ISBN: 9780553510362
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Garvey's Choice
Utilizing tanka poems, this novel in verse relates how Garvey's family, new friend, and love of music lead him to personal discovery and self-acceptance.- Fiction, General Fiction
- Notable Children's Books 2017
- Older
- ISBN: 9781629797403
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Ghost
Ghost wants to be the fastest sprinter on his elite middle-school track team, but his past slows him down.- Fiction, General Fiction
- Notable Children's Books 2017
- Older
- ISBN: 9781481450157
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Ghost
With authentic and humorous characterizations, Guy Lockard expertly performs this story of a boy who finds his purpose on the track team. -
Giant Squid
Poetic text and lush oil paintings immerse readers in a suspenseful deep-sea investigation of the elusive giant squid, exploring what is known – and what remains unknown – about this fascinating marine creature. -
The Girl Who Drank the Moon
Saved by a witch as a baby, Luna is accidentally filled with extraordinarily powerful magic.- Fiction, Fantasy
- John Newbery Medal 2017 (Medal Winner), Notable Children's Books 2017
- Middle
- ISBN: 9781616205676
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Go, Otto, Go!
Extremely simple text and humorous, energetic illustrations bring to life, with surprising emotional complexity, this tale of Otto the robot who is building a spaceship to take him home.- Fiction, Fantasy
- Notable Children's Books 2017, Theodor Seuss Geisel Award 2017 (Honor Title)
- Younger
- ISBN: 9781481467230
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Good Night Owl
When an unfamiliar noise prevents Owl from falling asleep, his desperate efforts to find its source escalate to comedic effect.- Fiction, General Fiction
- Notable Children's Books 2017, Theodor Seuss Geisel Award 2017 (Honor Title)
- Younger
- ISBN: 9781484712757
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Grayling's Song
With a flair for character vocalization and a beautiful singing voice, Katherine Kellgren takes the listener on Grayling's magical quest. -
The Great Pet Escape
The class pets at Daisy P. Flugelhorn Elementary are on the loose! Second-grade classroom hamster GW has had enough and sets out to free his two best friends.- Fiction, Graphic Novels
- Notable Children's Books 2017
- Younger
- ISBN: 9781627791069
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Groovy Joe: Ice Cream and Dinosaurs
Mixing narrative with song, Eric Litwin presents an engaging story of a dog who loves ice cream and learns to share with his dinosaur friends.- Fiction, Audiobook
- Notable Children's Recordings 2017
- Younger
- ISBN: 9781338090291
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Horrible Bear!
When a kite goes astray, an accident and misunderstanding bring together two unlikely friends in a story about the power of forgiveness.- Fiction, General Fiction
- Notable Children's Books 2017
- Younger
- ISBN: 9780316282833
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A Hungry Lion; or, A Dwindling Assortment of Animals
Why do a little calico kitten, a brown mouse, and a floppy-eared bunny disappear? Ask the hungry lion.- Fiction, General Fiction
- Notable Children's Books 2017
- Younger
- ISBN: 9781481448895
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I Am Not a Number
Sent to a residential boarding school in Canada, Irene reminds herself that her family, language, and Anishinaabe culture are a source of great strength and pride.- Fiction, Historical Fiction
- Notable Children's Books 2017
- Middle
- ISBN: 9781927583944