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.
The Beatryce Prophecy
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...
When Wrigley Sits on My Head
A children's book, and true story, written by a nine-year-old about his three-legged dog named Wrigley. Inspiring for other kids.
Nothing Stopped Sophie
Published: 2018
Theme: Women in Math
Best for: 7 and up
"Sophie discovered that mathematicians use numbers as poets use letters-as a language to question, explore, and solve the secrets of the universe." Wonderful and inspiring illustrated biography of a woman mathematician from the 18th century.
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.
A is for Elizabeth
Published: 2019
Theme: Fairness
Best for: 5 to 8
"Even if there is no trophy involved, I love winning. I am not a sore winner, no matter what Anna the Annoying says. I am the opposite of sore. I am a feel-great winner." A fun second-grade excursion into alphabetic order, fairness, envy, and creativity.
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!
Little Angel’s Journey
Published: 2006
Theme: A Children's Birth
Best for: 4 to 6
"Little Angel said to Great Angel, "Oh I want to go to Bountiful Earth." "And so you shall, Little Angel, so you shall." A Waldorf birthday story, beautifully illustrated and retold.
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.
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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