A beautiful story of Viet Nam and a young American-born girl meeting her ancestral culture.
Listen, Slowly
Echo Mountain
In this exceptional children's book, set in the Great Depression, we learn about intuitive skills for today as well...
The Beatryce Prophecy
Published: 2021 Best for: 9 - 12 In this marvelous children's book by beloved author Kate DiCamillo, we discover the time-honored values of truth and loyalty.
Every Home Needs an Elephant
In this delightful, readable children's book, with a small amount of graphic content that creates a change of pace, 9-year-old Sarah gets her voice...
Giant from the Fire Sea
Published: 2019
Theme: Value of Knowledge
Best for: 9 to 11
"This giant's understanding came slowly, seasons upon seasons. I looked and looked at the markings-letters, you mans call them... The letters held open my head, like a stick propping open an oaken door on a day of snapping winds." This is a thoughtful adventure story that makes some essential points about the need for questioning our societal beliefs, no matter what the cost.
The Girl Who Drew Butterflies
Published: 2018
Theme: Biography; Science
Best for: 9 and up
"At the age of thirteen, Maria had watched, waited, and witnessed with her own eyes. And she had created a record of study, just as scholars did at universities." This is a visually beautifully and factually rich children's book about an important young woman who pursued art and science on her own.
Spark
Published: 2019
Theme: Speaking Up
Best for: 9 to 12
"Different isn't wrong," Pixit said with such utter certainty that Mina couldn't help but believe him...Mina said, "I just need to find a different way, a way that works for me." To get to the point, this is a must-read, about the power of children to change the world, finding their own voice along the way. Very inspiring fantasy that's not so fantastical in the end!
One Day and One Amazing Morning on Orange Street
Published: 2011
Theme: Friends
Best for: 8 to 11
"Ms. Snoops's memory, whispered the angel, was like the lacy antimacassars on the organ and green striped sofa's arms. Ms. Snoops's memory had little holes in it, here and there..." A simple and easy to read story about friendships, generations, and healing the past.
Knights vs. Dinosaurs
Published: 2018
Theme: Knights
Best for: ages 9 and up
"Mel wavered. She was feeling beaten. The flying lizards were too large. Too fast. Too attentive. It was hopeless. But I mustn't give up, she thought." A very fun and entertaining book great for all genders and middle-school age kids.
When Hitler Stole Pink Rabbit
Published 1972
Theme: WWII refugee
Best for: 9 and up
"Next morning before school Anna ran into Papa's room to see him. The desk was tidy. The bed was neatly made. Papa had gone." Neither overly melodramatic nor depressing, this is an excellent look at the life of a WWII Jewish refugee family...
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