Brodart Lite LittleOne Catalog: Diversity | Issue 01 | Spring 2022

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INTRODUCTION

Welcome to the new Lite LittleOne spring catalog.

Lite LittleOne features authentic new and familiar voices, highlighting new fiction and nonfiction books from a broad range of topics. Enjoy reading Sweet Justice, the true story of Georgia Gilmore a hidden figure of the civil rights movement. Or My Moms Love Me, cuddle up and celebrate love in this picture book that shines a spotlight on LGBTQ+ moms. You will find titles that express hope, belonging, and self-empowerment. These are just a hint of all the wonderful stories to discover through these pages.

As you flip through, you will find titles that bring joy, enhance emotional and overall intelligence, inspire, and foster growth. We are proud to present these books that take readers into a fantastical new world.

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GENERAL FICTION How to Be a Real Man Stuart, Scott

A timely picture book that tackles masculinity in an engaging, humorous way! Stuart encourages boys to embrace who they truly are in this empowering and funny story, smashing age-old assumption about what it means to be a man. Encompassing boys and men from different backgrounds, and told in irresistible rhyme.

Meet the Hamantaschen Silberberg, Alan

The Purim play is about to start, but the megillah is missing! Without the scroll that recounts the Purim story, how can the show go on?

Never fear: three determined hamantaschen— DETECTIVES! Right.

Three determined DETECTIVES are on the case.

Beauty Woke Ramos, NoNieqa

Beauty is a Puerto Rican girl loved and admired by her family and community. At first, she’s awake to their beauty. But as she grows older, she forgets what makes her special. So her community bands together to help remind her of her beautiful heritage.

F = Fiction | NF = Nonfiction

$14.99 Ages 3-6

Hardcover

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9781760507848 01/04/2022 Hardie Grant

$17.99 Ages 3-6

Hardcover

F

E

9780593351574 02/01/2022 Viking Books for Young Readers

$17.99 Ages 3-6

Hardcover

F

E

9780358008415 02/15/2022 Versify

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Dear Reader Rose, Tiffany

GENERAL FICTION

A voracious young reader loves going to the library and poring through books all day, making friends with characters and going off on exciting adventures with them. However, the more she reads, the more she notices that most of the books don’t have characters that look like her.

Marika Marches for Equality Alikhan, Salima

Middle-schooler Marika is caught between two worlds. She and her friend Beth are passionate about women’s rights, and they plan to join a national rally to support the cause. But it’s 1970, and the equal rights movement has a lot of resistance—including from Marika’s parents.

Step

$17.99

Hardcover

Ages 3-8

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9781499812251 01/25/2022 Little Bee Books

$25.32

Library Reinforced

Ages 8-12

F

F

9781663911926 01/01/2022 Stone Arch Books

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Ellis, Deborah

$15.99

In this powerful collection of short stories, children around the world turn 11 and take a step into their futures. Each one is changed in ways both big and small. A companion to the critically acclaimed Sit.

Ages 8-12

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Alice Austen Lived Here Gino, Alex

Sam is very in touch with their own queer identity. They’re nonbinary, and their best friend is, too. When Sam’s home borough of Staten Island opens up a contest for a new statue, Sam finds the perfect non-DSCWM subject: photographer Alice Austen, whose house has been turned into a museum.

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$17.99 Ages 8-12 9781338733891 04/05/2022 Scholastic Press

Hardcover

F

F

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The Burning Swift Elliott, Joseph

Jaime and Agatha prepare to help their clan reclaim their compound from the treacherous Raasay people. But Sigrid, sent at the behest of Queen Beatrice, arrives with a warning: the kings of Norveg and Ingland have joined forces and plan to march north to annihilate the people of Scotia.

Loveboat Reunion Wen, Abigail Hing

This companion novel to Abigail Hing Wen’s New York Times bestselling debut, Loveboat, Taipei, takes readers back to Taipei through the eyes of fan favorites Sophie and Xavier—on an unforgettable journey of glittering revelry and self-discovery. It’s a classic tale of girl-meets-boy, boy-meets-other-girl, heart-gets-broken, revenge-is-plotted, everything-blows-up. Spectacularly.

This Woven Kingdom Mafi, Tahereh

To all the world, Alizeh is a disposable servant, not the long-lost heir to an ancient Jinn kingdom forced to hide in plain sight. Everything changes when he meets the servant girl with the strange eyes, the one who will soon uproot his kingdom—and the world.

F = Fiction | NF = Nonfiction

GENERAL FICTION

“Books to the ceiling, Books to the sky, My pile of books is a mile high. How I love them! How I need them! I’ll have a long beard by the time I read them.” —Arnold Lobel

“” $18.99

Hardcover

Ages 12-19

F

F

9781536207491 01/04/2022 Walker Books US

$18.99

Hardcover

Ages 12-19

F

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9780062957306 01/25/2022 HarperTeen

$19.99

Hardcover

Ages 12-19

F

F

9780062972446 02/01/2022 HarperCollins

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The Chandler Legacies GENERAL FICTION

Nazemian, Abdi

From the Stonewall Honor–winning author of Like a Love Story comes a revelatory novel about the enclosed world of privilege and silence at an elite boarding school and the unlikely group of friends who dare to challenge the status quo through their writing.

Bitter

Emezi, Akwaeke A companion novel to the critically acclaimed PET that explores the importance and cost of social revolution. After a childhood in foster care, Bitter starts attending a special school for painting. Pulled between friendships, art, and romance, Bitter isn’t sure if she belongs in the studio or in the streets.

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$17.99 Ages 12-19

Hardcover

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9780063039322 02/15/2022 Balzer + Bray

$20.99 Ages 12-19

Library Reinforced

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9780593309049 02/15/2022 Knopf Books for Young Readers

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HISTORY Sweet Justice Rockliff, Mara

An inspiring picture-book biography about the woman whose cooking helped feed and fund the 1956 Montgomery bus boycott, from an award-winning illustrator. Georgia Gilmore was cooking when she heard the news Mrs. Rosa Parks had been arrested. Throughout the boycott, Georgia served up her mouth-watering recipes to help the cause.

How to Hear the Universe Valdez, Patricia

Discover new realms of outer space in this picture book biography of scientist Gabriela Gonzalez, who immigrated to America and became a ground-breaking scientist. In 1916, Albert Einstein had a theory.

Completing the work that Albert Einstein had begun 100 years earlier, Gonzalez broke ground for new space-time research.

Maria Tallchief Thiele, June

This book examines the life of Maria Tallchief, the first Native American major prima ballerina, in a simple, age-appropriate way that helps children develop word recognition and reading skills. Includes a timeline, primary sources, glossary, and index.

F = Fiction | NF = Nonfiction

$18.99

Hardcover

Ages 3-8

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9781524720643 01/11/2022 Schwartz & Wade

$17.99

Hardcover

Ages 3-8

NF

B

9781984894595 03/08/2022 Knopf Books for Young Readers

$28.50

Hardcover Reinforced

Ages 5-8

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9781534198920 01/01/2022 Cherry Lake Publishing

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Raquela’s Seder HISTORY

Stein, Joel Edward

Inquisition-era Spain is a time when Jews must hide their religion.

Under the rising moon, Raquela’s clever papa, the best fisherman in town, creates a unique celebration for his family. In his fishing boat, far from prying eyes, they celebrate Raquela’s first seder with matzah and the Passover story.

Po Po Says Ng, Ashley

When Po Po knits, she shares parts of American history that are not often told. As her young granddaughter listens with admiration, Po Po talks about Asian Americans and how their resilience has helped shape the strength and beauty of the United States of America.

Suni Lee

Fishman, Jon M. Suni Lee won the gymnastics individual all-around gold medal at the Tokyo Olympics in 2021. Learn how this US gymnast achieves her remarkable routines and explore what her life is like outside of gymnastics. Includes All-Star Stats, a glossary, and more.

Ain’t Gonna Let Nobody Turn Me ‘Round Kirkwood, Kathlyn J.

This brilliant memoir-in-verse tells the moving story of how a nation learned to celebrate a hero. Through years of protests and petition, Kathlyn’s story highlights the foot soldiers who fought to make Martin Luther King Jr.’s birthday a national holiday.

B R O D A R T L I T E L I T T L E O N E C ATA L O G

$17.99 Ages 5-8

Library Reinforced

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9781728424293 02/01/2022 Kar-Ben Publishing

$19.95

Hardcover

Ages 5-8

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973.0495

9781935935537 02/15/2022 Goff Books

$29.32

Library Reinforced

Ages 7-10

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B

9781728463834 01/01/2022 Lerner Publishing Group

$16.99

Library Reinforced

Ages 8-12

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9780358387268 01/04/2022 Versify

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Timelines from Indian History Learn about the history of India through a treasure trove of visually vibrant timelines packed with information on famous people and key events. Take a journey through the history of the Indian subcontinent, from prehistory to the colonial period and the modern era. Packed with stories, profiles, and facts.

Evicted!

Duncan, Alice F. This critical civil rights book for middle-graders examines the littleknown Tennessee’s Fayette County Tent City Movement in the late 1950s and reveals what is possible when people unite and fight for the right to vote. Powerfully conveyed through interconnected stories and told through the eyes of a child.

Bandoola

Grill, William In this moving tale based on a true story, join war veteran James Howard Williams as he encounters Bandoola, a working Asian elephant for the first time. Working together on a teak plantation, the two develop a rare friendship, which continues to set standards around elephant care and conservation.

Troublemaker Cho, John

Follow the events of the LA Riots through the eyes of 12-yearold Jordan. This book will highlight the unique Korean American perspective. As tensions escalate after the Rodney King acquittal, Jordan’s father leaves to check on the family store, spurring Jordan and his friends to come to his aide.

F = Fiction | NF = Nonfiction

$24.99

Hardcover

Ages 8-12

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970.004

9780744054545 01/04/2022

HISTORY

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DK Publishing

$18.99

Hardcover

Ages 8-12

F

F

9781684379798 01/11/2022 Calkins Creek Books

$19.99

Hardcover

Ages 8-12

F

F

9781838740238 03/01/2022 Flying Eye Books

$16.99

Hardcover

Ages 8-12

F

F

9780759554474 03/22/2022 Little, Brown Books for Young Readers

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When the Sky Falls HISTORY

Earle, Phil

In 1940, with his father off to war, Joseph is sent from his British town into the care of Mrs. F., a gruff woman with no fondness for children.

But he soon discovers her softer side when she takes him to the rundown city zoo.

The Lucky Ones

Jackson, Linda Williams Award-winning author Linda Williams Jackson pulls from her own childhood in the Mississippi Delta to tell the story of Ellis Earl, who dreams of a real house, food enough for the whole family—and to be someone. It’s 1967, and 11-year-old Ellis Earl Brown has big dreams.

Lines of Courage Nielsen, Jennifer A.

World War I stretches its cruel fingers across Europe. Five young people from different backgrounds and nations face the terror of battle, the deprivations of hunger, and all the awful challenges of war.

None of them will find what they want, but crossed paths might give them what they need.

When Winter Robeson Came Woods, Brenda

The whole world seems to transform during the summer of 1965, when Eden’s cousin from Mississippi comes to visit her in L.A. just as the Watts Riots erupt, in this stirring new novel by Coretta Scott King Honor winner Brenda Woods.

B R O D A R T L I T E L I T T L E O N E C ATA L O G

$16.99

Hardcover

Ages 8-12

F

F

9781547609307 04/05/2022 Bloomsbury Children’s Books

$18.99

Hardcover

Ages 8-12

F

F

9781536222555 04/12/2022 Candlewick Press

$17.99 Ages 8-12

Hardcover

F

F

9781338620931 05/17/2022 Scholastic Press

$16.99 Ages 10-14

Hardcover

F

9781524741587 01/11/2022 Nancy Paulsen Books

F

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Star Child

Acclaimed novelist Ibi Zoboi illuminates the young life of the visionary storyteller Octavia E. Butler in poems and prose. Born into the Space Race, the Red Scare, and the dawning Civil Rights Movement, Butler experienced an American childhood that shaped her into a groundbreaking science-fiction storyteller.

African Town Waters, Charles

Chronicling the story of the last Africans brought illegally to America in 1860, African Town is a powerful and stunning novel-in-verse. Told in 14 distinct voices, including that of the ship that brought them to the American shores and the founder of African Town.

The Red Palace Hur, June

Joseon (Korea), 1758. All 18-year-old palace nurse Hyeon wants is to keep her head down, do a good job, and perhaps finally win her estranged father’s approval. Then someone murders four women in a single night—and the prime suspect is Hyeon’s closest friend and mentor.

And We Rise Martin, Erica

Erica Martin’s debut poetry collection walks readers through the Civil Rights Movement—from the well-documented events that shaped the nation’s treatment of Black people, to lesser-known figures and moments that were just as crucial to the Movement.

F = Fiction | NF = Nonfiction

$16.99

Hardcover

Ages 10-14

NF

B

9780399187384 01/25/2022

HISTORY

Zoboi, Ibi Aanu

Dutton Books for Young Readers

$18.99 Ages 12-19

Hardcover

F

F

9780593322888 01/04/2022 G.P. Putnam’s Sons Books for Young Readers

$18.99 Ages 12-19

Hardcover

F

F

9781250800558 01/25/2022 Feiwel and Friends

$17.99 Ages 12-19

Hardcover

NF

323.1196

9780593352526 02/01/2022 Philomel Books

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American Shoes HISTORY

Turke, Rosemarie Lengsfeld Compiling countless hours of painstaking research, American Shoes is a profound mosaic of memories recounting 15-year-old Rosemarie Lengsfeld Turke’s escape from Nazi Germany, leaving her life and family behind to forge ahead in an America she left as a small child.

Rima’s Rebellion Engle, Margarita

The fight for Cuban women’s voting rights told in the style of The Poet X. In 1920s Cuba, Rima forges unexpected friendships with others who long for freedom, especially a handsome young artist named Maceo. Through turbulent times, hope soars, and with it…love.

The Deep Blue Between Attah, Ayesha Harruna

Twin sisters Hassana and Husseina have always shared their lives.

But after a raid on their village in 1892, the twins are torn apart.

Taken in different directions, far from their home in rural West Africa, each sister finds freedom and a new start.

The Most Dazzling Girl in Berlin Wilson, Kip

A fascinating historical novel about Hilde, a former orphan, who experiences Berlin on the cusp of World War II. Hilde takes a job at a cabaret and finds an unexpected family, discovering her own voice and sexuality along the way.

B R O D A R T L I T E L I T T L E O N E C ATA L O G

$24.00

Hardcover

Ages 12-19

NF

940.5343

9781582708522 02/15/2022 Beyond Words

$18.99 Ages 12-19

Hardcover

F

F

9781534486935 02/15/2022 Atheneum Books for Young Readers

$18.99 Ages 12-19

Hardcover

F

F

9781728442884 03/01/2022 Carolrhoda LAB

$18.99 Ages 12-19 9780358448907 03/29/2022 Versify

Hardcover

F

F

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The Silent Unseen A mesmerizing historical novel of suspense and intrigue about a teenage girl who risks everything to save her missing brother. Poland, July 1944. Sixteen-year-old Maria is making her way home after years of forced labor in Nazi Germany, only to find her village destroyed and her parents killed.

This Rebel Heart Locke, Katherine

In the middle of Budapest, there is a magical river that kept Csilla’s family safe during WWII. That was before her parents were murdered.

Now Csilla is carefully planning her escape. When her parents are unexpectedly, publicly exonerated, protests in other countries spur talk of a larger revolution in Hungary.

Augusta Savage Nelson, Marilyn

A biography in poems about a trailblazing artist and a pillar of the Harlem Renaissance. A gifted sculptor, Augusta Savage was commissioned to create a portrait bust of W.E.B. Du Bois. This is a portrait of an exceptional artist who overcame limitations to forge a life through art and creativity.

F = Fiction | NF = Nonfiction

$18.99

Hardcover

Ages 12-19

F

F

9780374313555 04/05/2022

HISTORY

McCrina, Amanda

Farrar Straus & Giroux

$18.99

Hardcover

Ages 12-19

F

F

9780593381243 04/05/2022 Knopf Books for Young Readers

$18.99

Hardcover

Ages 14-19

NF

B

9780316298025 01/25/2022 Christy Ottaviano Books

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LGBTQ+ My Own Way Estrela, Joana

Small children are often asked to choose between a gendered binary—“boy” or “girl,” “pink” or “blue.” With vibrant illustrations and concise, poetic text, this powerful book teaches young children that there are no limits in what you can do and who you can be. You are unique!

My Moms Love Me Membrino, Anna

Two mommies share a perfect day with their little one in this joyful picture book! From visiting animals on a farm and sharing a car ride sing-along, to a sudsy bathtime and bedtime snuggles galore, love and warmth beam out of every page.

Miguel’s Community Garden Brown-Wood, JaNay

Miguel is throwing a party at his community garden for all of his friends, and he needs help searching for sunflowers to complete the celebration. What do we know about sunflowers? Can you help Miguel find them in time for his party?

B R O D A R T L I T E L I T T L E O N E C ATA L O G

$16.99 Ages 3-6

Hardcover

NF

305.3

9780711265868 02/01/2022 Wide Eyed Editions

$17.99 Ages 3-6

Hardcover

F

E

9781338811964 03/01/2022 Orchard Books

$16.99 Ages 3-6

Hardcover

F

9781682631669 03/01/2022 Peachtree Publishers

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Mama and Mommy and Me in the Middle A little girl stays home with Mama when Mommy goes off on a work trip in this tender, inviting story that will resonate with every child who has missed a parent. As Mama and the girl pass by a beautiful garden, the girl gets an idea.

All Moms

Ellis, Sarah Kate Moms are amazing! The care, support, and love they give make us stronger, smarter, kinder, and happier. Every mom is unique and special, so celebrate them with this beautiful picture book. All Moms is a love letter to mommies. Created in partnership with GLAAD.

Pauli Murray

Jennings, Terry Catasus Pauli Murray was a thorn in the side of white America, demanding justice and equal treatment. She was a queer civil rights and women’s rights activist before any movement advocated for either—the mind that, in 1944, conceptualized the arguments that would win Brown v.

Board of Education of Topeka.

Different Kinds of Fruit Lukoff, Kyle

A sixth-grader’s life is turned upside down when she learns her dad is trans. Annabelle is elated to meet the new kid in town. When Annabelle learns that Blake and her father have something in common, she begins to see herself, and her family, in a whole new light.

F = Fiction | NF = Nonfiction

$17.99

Hardcover

Ages 3-6

F

E

9781536211511 03/29/2022

LGTBQ+

LaCour, Nina

Candlewick Press

$17.99

Hardcover

Ages 3-8

F

E

9781499812633 03/01/2022 Little Bee Books

$18.99

Hardcover

Ages 10-14

NF

B

9781499812510 01/25/2022 Yellow Jacket

$17.99

Hardcover

Ages 10-14

F

F

9780593111185 04/12/2022 Dial Press

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Pride

Caldwell, Stella Take pride in who you are! This inspiring history of the LGBTQ+ community enlightens young readers on the true timeline of LGBTQ+ history around the world, the lives of important figures like Harvey Milk, and iconic events like Stonewall. Includes several personal essays from inspiring young, LGBTQ+ people.

Spin Me Right Round Valdes, David

When a hit on the head knocks him back in time to 1985 and he meets a doomed young Chaz, Luis concocts a plan—he’s going to give this guy his first real kiss. Unfortunately, a conservative school in the ’80s isn’t the safest place to be a gay kid.

Game On

Silverman, Laura (Ed) A charming and inclusive YA anthology all about games—from athletic sports to board games to virtual reality—from editor Laura Silverman and an all-star cast of contributors. From the slightly fantastical to the utterly real. Fifteen stories. Fifteen unforgettable experiences.

The Temperature of Me and You Zepka, Brian

Sixteen-year-old Dylan Highmark thought his winter was going to be full of boring shifts at the Dairy Queen. Then, in walks Jordan, a completely normal (and undeniably cute) boy who also happens to run at a cool 110 degrees Fahrenheit. A heated romance and a race for survival soon follow.

B R O D A R T L I T E L I T T L E O N E C ATA L O G

$14.99

Hardcover

Ages 10-14

NF

306.7609

9780593382943 04/19/2022 Penguin Workshop

$17.99 Ages 12-19

Hardcover

F

F

9781547607105 01/04/2022 Bloomsbury YA

$18.99 Ages 12-19

Hardcover

F

F

9780593352786 01/18/2022 Philomel Books

$17.99 Ages 12-19 9781368064712 01/25/2022 Disney-Hyperion

Hardcover

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F

Cold

Tamaki, Mariko

The One True Me and You England, M. K.

One small fandom convention. One teen beauty pageant. One meet cute waiting to happen. Sparks fly when up-and-coming fanfic author Kaylee Beaumont and pageant queen Teagan Miller cross paths at GreatCon. The stakes are high: if they’re spotted together, all their secrets will be revealed.

In the Key of Us

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Thirteen-year-old Andi feels stranded after the loss of her mother.

At Harmony Music Camp, Zora and Andi are the only two Black girls in a sea of mostly white faces. In kayaks and creaky cabins, the two begin to connect, unraveling their loss, insecurities, and hopes for the future.

Hardcover

Ages 12-19

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9781626722736 02/08/2022 Roaring Brook Press

$18.99

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This is the story of a boy who died and a girl who wants to know why.

Todd Mayer is dead. Now he’s some sort of ghost, hovering over his body. Georgia didn’t know Todd. But she feels like she’s seen him somewhere before… somewhere he wasn’t supposed to be.

$18.99

Hardcover

Ages 12-19

F

F

9781250814869 03/01/2022 Wednesday Books

$16.99

Hardcover

Ages 12-19

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9780374314101 04/26/2022 Farrar Straus & Giroux

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Hopepunk

Norton, Preston Growing up in a conservative Christian household isn’t easy for rockobsessed Hope Cassidy. Following her sister Faith’s disappearance, Hope feels a need to rebel. She and longtime crush Danny start a band. And their music just might be the answer to dethroning Alt-Rite, Danny’s twin brother’s new hate-fueled music group.

F = Fiction | NF = Nonfiction

$17.99

Hardcover

Ages 14-19

F

F

9781368057851 01/11/2022 Jimmy Patterson Books

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“What a privilege to be here on the planet to contribute your unique donation to humankind. Each face in the rainbow of colors that populate our world is precious and special.”

—Morris Dees

Ophelia After All Marie, Racquel

Ophelia Rojas knows what she likes: her best friends, Cuban food, rose-gardening, and boys—way too many boys. When she finds herself thinking more about cute, quiet Talia Sanchez than the loss of a perfect prom with her ex-boyfriend, seeds of doubt take root in Ophelia’s firm image of herself.

Loveless

Oseman, Alice A novel about discovering that it’s okay if you don’t have sexual or romantic feelings for anyone. Georgia doesn’t understand why she can’t crush and kiss and make out like her friends do. She’s surrounded by the narrative that dating + sex = love. But college will change everything.

Messy Roots Gao, Laura

After her early years in Wuhan, China, riding water buffalos and devouring stinky tofu, Laura immigrates to Texas. Then COVID-19 makes Wuhan a household name. Laura illustrates her coming-of-age as the girl who wants to make the basketball team, escape Chinese school, and discover why girls make her heart flutter.

B R O D A R T L I T E L I T T L E O N E C ATA L O G

$17.99 Ages 14-19

Hardcover

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9781250797308 02/08/2022 Feiwel and Friends

$18.99 Ages 14-19

Hardcover

F

F

9781338751932 03/01/2022 Scholastic Press

$22.99

Hardcover

Ages 14-19

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9780063067776 03/08/2022 Balzer + Bray

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Luca Mason knows he’s going to be accepted into the Australian Ballet School, leave his fancy private high school, and live his life as a star of the stage. Then he falls down a flight of stairs and breaks his foot in a way he can never recover from.

Seeing Gender Gottlieb, Iris

Now with a new foreword by National Book Award Winner Kacen Callendar, this fascinating book illustrates the complexities of gender and sexuality through history, science, sociology, and the author’s own story. Gender is an intensely personal, yet universal, facet of humanity.

F = Fiction | NF = Nonfiction

$18.99

Hardcover

Ages 14-19

F

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9781645674382 03/15/2022

LGTBQ+

Anything But Fine

Page Street Kids

$19.99

Trade Paper

Ages 14-19

NF

305.3

9781797211978 04/26/2022 Chronicle Books

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POETRY Mother Goose Goes to India Sehgal, Surishtha

Mother Goose takes a trip to India in this unique collection of nursery rhymes with a distinctly Indian flair. This little sooar (pig) goes to the bazaar. Little Miss Muffet eats dahi (yogurt) until a makadee (spider) scares her away.

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Ages 3-6

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398.8

9781534439603 01/04/2022 Beach Lane Books

“Poetry is not only dream and vision; it is the skeleton architecture of our lives. It lays the foundations for a future of change, a bridge across our fears of what has never been before.” —Audre Lorde

The Rare, Tiny Flower O’Meara, Kitty

The Rare, Tiny Flower illustrates a deeply touching and thoughtful poem by Kitty O’Meara that, in the form of a parable, celebrates difference, tolerance, and unity. The poem features a mysterious flower that looks different to each viewer, which leads to strife as everyone insists that their vision is “right.”

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Colors in Nature From vibrant red flowers and clear blue skies to big brown trees and buzzing yellow bees, color is everywhere in nature. Interactive, rhyming text and bright photographs bring the bold colors of nature to young readers in this picture book.

Away with Words!

Hoberman, Mary Ann

A deliciously clever and entertaining collection of poems by former Children’s Poet Laureate and New York Times bestselling author Mary Ann Hoberman. Hoberman celebrates the joy of wordplay with poems about the alphabet, assonance, alliteration, grammar and punctuation, similes, rhythm and rhyme, and so much more!

Hello, Baby! I’m Your Mom Bunting, Eve

Award-winning author Eve Bunting pens a tender tribute to maternal love. From wrinkly skin to sharp claws, mothers love their babies just as they are. Text provides a hint of the animal’s physical characteristics, as sweet illustrations bring these mother and child relationships to life.

Imagine!

Tognolini, Bruno Bruno Tognolini, Italy’s most-loved children’s poet today, shares exuberant “rhymes of hope to shout together.” Skillfully translated by Denise Muir, this musical rhythmic chant gives voice to the wishes and hopes of children for a better future. From grand dreams of peace, to intimate wishes for friendship.

F = Fiction | NF = Nonfiction

$29.32

Library Reinforced

Ages 5-8

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9781663976710 01/01/2022

POETRY

Jones, Christianne C.

Pebble Books

$18.99

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811.54

9780316167659 03/08/2022 Little, Brown Books for Young Readers

$17.99

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9781534111462 03/15/2022 Sleeping Bear Press

$18.99

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9781636550145 03/22/2022 Red Comet Press

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Walker, Sally M.

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Out of This World

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This companion to Earth Verse: Haiku from the Ground Up soars into space with a perfect fusion of poetry and science, accompanied by breathtaking illustrations. Leave the bounds of Earth to journey past a lunar eclipse, beyond the orbiting planets, and into glowing galaxies.

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Vinyl Moon

Browne, Mahogany L. A teen girl hiding the scars of a past relationship finds home and healing in the words of strong Black writers. A beautiful sophomore novel from a critically acclaimed author and poet that explores how the power of words shapes and uplifts our world, even in the midst of pain.

B R O D A R T L I T E L I T T L E O N E C ATA L O G

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Ages 7-10

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9781536203561 04/12/2022 Candlewick Press

$18.99 Ages 14-19

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9780593176436 01/11/2022 Crown Books for Young Readers

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RELATIONSHIPS Amah Faraway

Greanias, Margaret Chiu A delightful story of a child’s visit to a grandmother and home far away, and how families connect across distance, language, and cultures. Kylie is nervous about visiting her grandmother, Amah. When it’s time to go home, the video chats will be extra special until they can visit faraway again.

Ten Blocks to the Big Wok Hu, Ying-Hwa

This charming bilingual English/Mandarin counting book uses a stroll through Chinatown to introduce readers to the numbers one through 10 in Chinese… and will leave you hungry! As Mia and her uncle Eddie travel the 10 blocks from their apartment to a restaurant, Mia spies many fun things in Chinatown.

Wutaryoo

Magruder, Nilah Wutaryoo is tired of not knowing who she is or where she came from.

Inspired by her friends’ fantastical origin stories, she sets off on an adventure of a lifetime that will help reveal her true history.

A heartwarming, relatable picture book perfect for kids and recent graduates.

F = Fiction | NF = Nonfiction

$18.99

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9781547607211 01/25/2022 Bloomsbury Children’s Books

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9781643790688 01/25/2022 Children’s Book Press

$17.99

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9780358172383 01/25/2022 Versify

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God Made You Too R E L AT I O N S H I P S

Tornetto, Chelsea

This uplifting picture book celebrates God’s creation of the world— and of each unique child. God made you. But why? Through brilliant rhymes and vivid word pictures, author Chelsea Tornetto reminds little readers that to God, the mountains and the whales and the snowflakes were never enough.

Pedro’s Yo-Yos Penas, Roberto

Discover the rags-to-riches backstory of one of America’s favorite toys, the yo-yo, in this colorful biography of businessman Pedro Flores. After moving to California, Pedro had an idea. With a couple blocks of wood and a little string, he created his first model yo-yo. And history was made.

Holi Hai!

Soundar, Chitra Gauri is excited to splash colors on everyone for Holi. But when she doesn’t get her favorite color, Gauri gets mad. Will she find a way to overcome her anger and join in the festivities? “The book’s illustrations are beautifully textured and artfully designed.”

—Kirkus Reviews

Delphine Denise and the Mardi Gras Prize Mazique, Brittany

Every year, Delphine Denise Debreaux and her friends ride their bikes in the New Orleans Mardi Gras parade. But this year, there’s a shiny prize for best float—and Delphine Denise just has to win it. How can her friends remind Delphine Denise what the parade is really all about?

B R O D A R T L I T E L I T T L E O N E C ATA L O G

$14.99 Ages 3-6

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9781546000853 02/01/2022 Worthy Kids

$19.95

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9781620145746 03/01/2022 Lee & Low Books

$16.99 Ages 3-8

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9780807533574 01/01/2022 Albert Whitman & Company

$16.99 Ages 3-8

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9780807515488 01/01/2022 Albert Whitman & Company

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Snow Angel, Sand Angel Claire is surrounded by the deep blue waves of Hawaii, but has never seen snow. But as Claire edges closer to the new year, she wonders if she can delight in the special joys of winter in her own way—right there, on her Big Island of Hawaii.

Daddy Speaks Love Henderson, Leah

What does a daddy do? From day one, this daddy speaks love to his little one. And along with that love, his words and actions speak things like truth, joy, comfort, and pride. Daddy Speaks Love speaks to that everlasting bond between children and their fathers.

Friends Are Friends, Forever Liu, Dane

On a snowy Lunar New Year’s Eve in China, it’s Dandan’s last night with Yueyue. Tomorrow, she moves to America. Yueyue presses red paper and a spool of thread into Dandan’s hands. Later, in her new home, Dandan has no one to enjoy the gift with_until a friend comes along.

Peacock and Sketch Peterkin, Allan

A gorgeous peacock hatches an escape from the zoo in search of fame, only to realize it’s not all it’s cracked up to be, and that instant stardom can be tough and beauty is more than feathers-deep. A fun story about the highs and lows of media stardom.

F = Fiction | NF = Nonfiction

$17.99

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9780593127377 01/04/2022 Make Me a World

$17.99

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Yamanaka, Lois-Ann

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9780593354360 01/04/2022 Nancy Paulsen Books

$18.99

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9781250778185 01/04/2022 Henry Holt and Co. (BYR)

$14.99

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9781433832796 01/11/2022 Magination Press

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With Lots of Love R E L AT I O N S H I P S

Torres Sanchez, Jenny

Rocio has grown up in Central America, but now she and her family are moving to the United States. Rocio misses Abuela’s cooking, her piñata creations, and her warm hugs. But Abuela finds a way to send Rocio something special just in time for her birthday.

We Belong

Salas, Laura Purdie Explore and celebrate who you are, and who others are, too! Rhyming verse invites others to notice the diversity of our world and affirm that we all belong, just as we are. Bright illustrations feature a diverse group of children playing and learning in an urban setting.

Me and Ms. Too Ruby, Laura

When narrator Molly’s father marries a local librarian, Molly isn’t ready to embrace the newly blended family, including “Ms. Too” (so nicknamed after the child begins asking, “Is she coming... too?”)

Emotional rapprochement is a tricky topic, it’s handled here subtly, portraying one family’s work to arrive at their own understanding.

Tofu Takes Time Wu, Helen H.

CLICK CLACK WHIRRRR. Lin and her grandma, NaiNai, are making tofu from scratch! When NaiNai goes through each step, Lin gradually becomes impatient. But she soon discovers that making tofu not only takes time, but also takes the whole universe!

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9780593205006 02/08/2022 Philomel Books

$17.99 Ages 3-8

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9781541599130 03/01/2022 Carolrhoda Books

$17.99 Ages 3-8

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9780062894335 03/01/2022 Balzer + Bray

$18.99 Ages 3-8 9781506480350 04/19/2022 Beaming Books

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Don’t Sweat It Shrink big feelings down to size! Navigating big emotions can help us learn more about ourselves as we feel calmer. Cheerful illustrations paired with photos and text make learning about emotions fun, while hands-on activities prompt social and emotional engagement. Explore how life works when we don’t sweat it.

Count on Me Hughes, Sloane

I’m here to help! Building trust brings friends together and helps make all relationships stronger. Fun illustrations and captivating photos help readers learn how to take thoughtful trust-building action. Features practical activities to complement learning.

Friends Accept You Borgert-Spaniol, Megan

Everyone is different. We all have our own personalities, abilities, strengths, and weaknesses. A good friend accepts us for who we are. This means making sure we feel included, being respectful during disagreements, and more. Learn how be a good friend by accepting others!

Let’s Pull Together Rose, Rachel

We’re better together! When we work as a team, we can do everything from scoring a goal to tackling a school project or cleaning the garage. Bright, cheerful illustrations paired with photos and text make learning about teamwork fun, while hands-on activities put the social and emotional engagement into action.

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9781636914268 01/01/2022 Fusion

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Hughes, Sloane

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9781636914251 01/01/2022 Fusion

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9781666315554 01/01/2022 Pebble Books

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9781636914275 01/01/2022 Fusion

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Where Wonder Grows R E L AT I O N S H I P S

Gonzalez, Xelena

Grandma knows there is wondrous knowledge to be found everywhere you can think to look. She takes her girls to their special garden and asks them to look over their collection of rocks, crystals, seashells, and meteorites to see what marvels they have to show.

Your Friend, Parker Curry, Jessica

The New York Times bestselling team behind Parker Looks Up returns.

Parker is writing to her friend, Gia, about the exciting sights she sees during her road trip across America. Even though Parker and Gia are far away from each other, they can still be best friends!

Dancing Devi Parikh, Priya

Devi knows she’s a good dancer. She’s one of the best at her dance school. So she’s upset to learn she’s lost the big dance competition.

Devi vows to practice, but keeps making mistakes. Join her as she learns that failure is an important part of learning and growing.

My Girls & Curls Steele, Layla

A fun day at the pool turns into a day at the hair salon as three young girls navigate the world of Black hair and help Ashley figure out how to style her curls. This story is all about friendships and learning to love what makes you naturally you.

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9781947627468 01/11/2022 Cinco Puntos Press

$17.99 Ages 5-8

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9781665902595 01/25/2022 Simon Spotlight

$19.95 Ages 5-8

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9781735031934 02/22/2022 Modern Marigold Books

$17.99 Ages 5-8

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9781951257798 04/19/2022 Young Authors Publishing

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The Youngest Sister In the Andean foothills, a five-year-old Quechua girl is entrusted with a big job: to collect a marrow bone from the neighbor for the family soup. A stunning debut from Indigenous author Suniyay Moreno. This story, like Picu herself, is tough, hard, and honest.

And moving. And fun.

Sadiq and the Community Garden Nuurali, Siman

On the way to the library, Sadiq and his family pass an empty neighborhood lot. It looks like it could use some attention. A school science unit about plants gives Sadiq and Hooyo a great idea—they could turn it into a community garden! But where to begin?

Stella Díaz to the Rescue Dominguez, Angela

Not only are Stella and her family finally becoming U.S. citizens, but the Sea Musketeers are presenting their plastics pledge to the school council. But when life takes unexpected turns, Stella will have to fight to keep her perfect year on track.

Zara’s Rules for Record-Breaking Fun Khan, Hena

Meet Zara Saleem, the queen of the neighborhood. Zara’s in charge of it all. When a new family moves in across the street, Zara’s reign is suddenly threatened by Naomi, who has big ideas of her own about how the neighborhood kids can have fun.

F = Fiction | NF = Nonfiction

$19.95

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Ages 5-8

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9781771648752 05/10/2022 Greystone Kids

$23.32

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Moreno, Suniyay

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9781663977137 01/01/2022 Picture Window Books

$16.99

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Ages 7-10

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9781250763105 03/29/2022 Roaring Brook Press

$17.99

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9781534497597 04/19/2022 Salaam Reads

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Because of You, John Lewis R E L AT I O N S H I P S

Pinkney, Andrea Davis

A Junior Library Guild Selection. An inspiring story of a friendship between Congressman John Lewis and 10-year-old activist Tybre Faw. Ten-year-old Tybre is obsessed with the civil rights movement. When he learns of Lewis’s harrowing march in the fight for the right to vote, Tybre is determined to meet him.

Do the Work! Gender Equality Knutson, Julie

Readers will learn about the fifth UN Sustainable Development Goal and what it takes to commit to achieving gender equality by 2030. Aligned to curriculum standards, this book also highlights key 21st Century content: Global Awareness, Public Policy, Health and Wellness, Civics Literacy, and Environmental Stewardship.

The View from the Very Best House in Town Trehan, Meera

Part thriller, part friendship story, part real estate listing, this witty and inventive debut explores the nature of friendship and home. When Sam is accepted into snobbish Castleton Academy as an autistic “Miracle Boy,” he leaves his best friend Asha, who is also autistic, to navigate middle school alone.

Anybody Here Seen Frenchie?

Connor, Leslie

A big-hearted, beautiful, funny novel about neurodiversity, friendship, and community. Told from multiple viewpoints. Eleven-year-old Aurora Petrequin looks out for her best friend Frenchie, who is autistic and doesn’t talk. In the woods, they encounter a mysterious piebald deer.

Whenever it appears, Aurora feels compelled to follow.

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9781338759082 06/07/2022 Scholastic Press

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9781534199279 01/01/2022 Cherry Lake Publishing

$17.99 Ages 8-12

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9781536219241 02/08/2022 Walker Books US

$16.99 Ages 8-12

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9780062999368 02/15/2022 Katherine Tegen Books

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The Book of Sisters Queens. Witches. Revolutionaries. History is full of sisters making their mark. Meet incredible women, from Queen Elizabeth II and Princess Margaret to tennis superstars Venus and Serena Williams.

Authors (and sisters!) Olivia Meikle and Katie Nelson have scoured history for jaw-dropping stories of amazing siblings.

The Turtle of Michigan Nye, Naomi Shihab

Standalone companion to National Book Award Finalist The Turtle of Oman. This deft, accessible novel follows a young boy named Aref as he travels from Muscat, Oman, to Ann Arbor, Michigan, adjusting to a new life and a new school in the United States.

Falling Short Cisneros, Ernesto

The Pura Belpré Award-winning author of Efrén Divided returns with a hilarious and heartfelt novel about two best friends who must rely on each other in unexpected ways. Sixth-graders Isaac and Marco lean on their friendship to help them succeed at school and basketball.

Button Pusher Page, Tyler

A memoir-driven realistic graphic novel about Tyler, a child who is diagnosed with ADHD and has to discover for himself how to best manage it. Cartoonist Tyler Page uses his own childhood experiences to explore what it means to grow up with ADHD.

F = Fiction | NF = Nonfiction

$19.99

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Ages 8-12

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9781684492008 03/01/2022 Neon Squid US

$16.99

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Meikle, Olivia

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Ages 8-12

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9780063014169 03/15/2022 Greenwillow Books

$16.99

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9780062881724 03/15/2022 Quill Tree Books

$21.99

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9781250758347 03/15/2022 First Second

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Wave R E L AT I O N S H I P S

Farid, Diana A coming-of-age novel in verse set in 1980s Southern California, about a Persian-American girl who rides the waves, falls, and finds her way back to the shore. Singing and reading Rumi poems settles 13-year-old Ava’s mild OCD, and catching waves with her best friend, Phoenix, lets her fit in.

Lulu and Milagro’s Search for Clarity Velez, Angela

Booksmart meets Never Have I Ever in this Latinx road trip adventure.

This big-hearted, voice-driven YA follows two sisters who couldn’t be more different, but become begrudging partners on their school’s cross-country college trip. From debut author Angela Velez.

$18.99 Ages 10-14

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9781951836580 03/15/2022 Cameron Kids

$18.99 Ages 12-19

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9780063071780 02/08/2022 Balzer + Bray

“We got to vote! We got to have our say!”

The Big Day honors Agnes Sadler, the first Black woman to cast a vote in Knoxville, Tennessee, in 1919.

This engaging story and powerful message are supplemented by historical photos, documents, and a woman’s suffrage timeline.

S ta r B r ig h t B o oks

Does My Body Offend You? Cuevas, Mayra

A timely story of two teenagers who discover the power of friendship, feminism, and standing up for what you believe in, no matter where you come from. A collaboration between two gifted authors writing from alternating perspectives, this compelling novel shines with authenticity, courage, and humor.

B R O D A R T L I T E L I T T L E O N E C ATA L O G

$18.99 Ages 12-19

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9780593425855 04/05/2022 Knopf Books for Young Readers

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Diamond Park

A fast-paced YA novel about four Mexican-American teenagers from Houston, a ’59 Chevy Impala, and a murder that changes their lives forever. When a used-car transaction goes south, two of the teens hunt a trafficker named Anaconda to clear their friend’s name.

An Arrow to the Moon Pan, Emily X. R.

Romeo and Juliet meets Chinese mythology. Hunter Yee has perfect aim with a bow and arrow, but all else in his life veers wrong. Luna Chang dreads graduation, and her parents’ expectations are stifling.

As Hunter and Luna navigate their families’ enmity, everything around them begins to fall apart.

F = Fiction | NF = Nonfiction

$17.99

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Ages 14-19

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9780593354254 03/08/2022 Dutton Books for Young Readers

$18.99

R E L AT I O N S H I P S

Diederich, Phillippe

Hardcover

Ages 14-19

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9780316464055 04/12/2022 Little, Brown Books for Young Readers

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SOCIAL & EMOTIONAL Nigeria Treasure Quest Wolfe Pereira, Steven

Readers journey from bustling Abuja to the quaint lifestyle of the Gbagyi people. From the glitz and glam of Nollywood to the spiritual Osun-Osogbo Sacred Grove, Tiny Travelers will enjoy getting closer to Nigeria’s sights, history, and culture, making magical discoveries along the way.

I’ll Hold Your Hand Rudd, Maggie

This sweet picture book celebrates the unbreakable bond of a parent’s support for a child through life’s milestones, from learning to walk to the first day of school and all the highs and lows in between. Celebrating all the ways our actions say “I love you” louder than words.

The Hair Book Yvette, LaTonya

With striking, colorful graphics and simple alliterative text, this paper-over-board book with thick interior stock features poufy hair, wavy hair, Afro hair, hair covered in a hijab, and more. The message is clear: no matter what you look like, you are beautiful, valued, and welcome everywhere.

B R O D A R T L I T E L I T T L E O N E C ATA L O G

$12.99 Ages 2-5

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9781945635687 02/08/2022 Encantos

$18.99 Ages 3-6

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9780374314132 02/08/2022 Farrar Straus & Giroux

$14.99 Ages 3-6

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9781454944324 04/12/2022 Sterling Children’s Books

37 Duncan, Alice Faye

The true story of Black activist Opal Lee and her vision of Juneteenth as a holiday for everyone. Growing up in Texas, Opal knew the history of Juneteenth, but she soon discovered that many Americans had never heard of the holiday that represents the nation’s creed of “freedom for all.”

Fearless Heart Murphy, Frank

A vibrant picture book biography of Surya Bonaly, the figure skating champion who backflipped her way into history. Some people weren’t sure Surya belonged on top of the podium. But Surya’s fearless heart propelled her to always stay true to herself while pursuing her boldest dreams.

Powwow Day Sorell, Traci

River badly wants to dance at powwow day, as she does every year.

In this uplifting, contemporary Native American picture book perfect for beginning readers, follow River’s journey from feeling isolated after an illness to learning the healing power of community. Additional information explains the history and functions of powwows.

Brothers and Sisters Almada, Ariel Andres

From the creative team behind Little One and Son. Brothers and sisters play together, they fight, hug, and make each other laugh and cry. But, above all, they remain united by an invisible bond that accompanies them on the path of life.

F = Fiction | NF = Nonfiction

$17.99

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9781400231256 01/11/2022 Thomas Nelson

$17.95

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Ages 3-8

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Opal Lee and What It Means to Be Free

B

9781629379340 01/25/2022 Triumph Books

$16.99

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9781580899482 02/08/2022 Charlesbridge Publishing

$16.95

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9788418302466 03/01/2022 Cuento De Luz SL

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Camila the Dancing Star SOCIAL & EMTIONAL

Salazar, Alicia

Camila’s dance camp is holding a dance competition. She and her partners are working hard and hoping for a win. Their steps, turns, and twirls look great! But when Camila falls, she twists her ankle and ends up on crutches. Are Camila’s dancing days over for now?

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9781663958693 01/01/2022 Picture Window Books

“There can be no knowledge without emotion. We may be aware of a truth, yet until we have felt its force, it is not ours.

To the cognition of the brain must be added the experience of the soul.” —Arnold Bennett

Love in the Library Tokuda-Hall, Maggie

A hopeful love story set in a U.S. internment camp for Japanese Americans during WWII and based on true events. After the Pearl Harbor bombing, Tama is sent to a War Relocation Center in the desert. Luckily, George waits each morning by her door with books.

Dearest One Dance, Arielle

Inspirational words of wisdom passed down from older generations to the young. Imagine the words your grandmother might say if she wrote you a letter. This gentle tale will help little ones everywhere navigate the joys and sorrows of childhood with positivity, strength, and love.

B R O D A R T L I T E L I T T L E O N E C ATA L O G

$21.32

$18.99

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Ages 5-8

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9781536204308 01/25/2022 Candlewick Press

$17.99 Ages 5-8

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9781913747800 03/01/2022 Lantana Publishing

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39 Lehrhaupt, Adam

Lily has a hole. It eats her joy, makes her angry, and it just keeps growing. So Lily retreats. But a friend lets her in on a secret (he has a hole, too!) and shows her how to repair holes: spend time with the people and things you love.

Seeking Freedom Castrovilla, Selene

In this dramatic Civil War story, a courageous enslaved fugitive teams with a cunning Union general to save a Union fort from the Confederates—and triggers the end of slavery in the United States.

On the night Virginia secedes from the Union, three enslaved men approach Fortress Monroe.

Moving Forward Barton, Chris

As a child growing up in Jacksonville, Florida, Alton Yates watched Black veterans return home, only to have the country turn its back on them. After risking his life in the Air Force, Alton takes a stand against Jim Crow. Based on author Chris Barton’s extensive interviews.

How to Fight Racism Tisby, Jemar

Dr. Tisby helps kids understand how everyday prejudice affects them and how they can create social change. Tisby explains the history of racism in America and why it is so prevalent. He also uses Christian principles to provide practical tools and advice kids can use to make a positive difference.

F = Fiction | NF = Nonfiction

$17.99

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Ages 5-8

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9781534111226 03/15/2022 Sleeping Bear Press

$18.99

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Ages 7-10

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SOCIAL & EMOTIONAL

There Was a Hole

973.7

9781635925821 01/04/2022 Calkins Creek Books

$17.99

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9781534473652 01/11/2022 Beach Lane Books

$17.99

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9780310751045 01/04/2022 Zonderkidz

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Courage SOCIAL & EMTIONAL

Jan, Freshta Tori As a girl and part of an ethnic minority in Afghanistan, Freshta Tori Jan was persecuted relentlessly. Her family faced kidnappings and daily murder attempts everywhere they went. Freshta’s journey through poverty, terrorism, and other forms of injustice has enabled her to be a voice for the voiceless.

Dream, Annie, Dream Brown, Waka T.

In this empowering deconstruction of the American Dream, a 12-yearold Japanese-American girl grapples with, and rises above, the racism and trials of middle school she experiences while chasing her dreams.

As the daughter of immigrants who came to America for a better life, Annie Inoue was raised to dream big.

All About Vietnam Tran, Phuoc Thi Minh

Children will get an inside look at Vietnam’s vibrant culture through fun, hands-on games, songs, and activities! Young readers are introduced to many different aspects of Vietnamese culture, including a brief look at Vietnam’s history, tours of colorful place, delicious delicacies, and more.

Same Here!

Hughes, Susan

Explore how kids around the world live and the common needs that unite them. Grounded in careful and extensive research, this childcentered narrative explores how education, family, free time, and other aspects of daily life look different depending on who you are and where you live.

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9781324016670 01/11/2022 Norton Young Readers

$16.99 Ages 8-12

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9780063017160 01/25/2022 Quill Tree Books

$14.99

Hardcover

Ages 8-12

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9780804846936 03/01/2022 Tuttle Publishing

$19.95

Hardcover

Ages 8-12

NF

9781771473071 04/15/2022 Owlkids Books

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41 Inglis, Catherine

An introduction to white privilege, the unearned advantages based solely on the color of one’s skin. This book helps children of all races understand this concept, see how it affects them, and find ways to speak out and take real action against it.

Beyond Possible Purja, Nimsdai

Join Nepalese climber Nimsdai Purja as he recounts his journey to scale all 8,000 meter “Death Zone” mountains in seven months.

In this action-packed memoir, young readers will learn how Purja’s attitude, leadership skills, and willingness to learn from mistakes took him to the top.

The Rent Collector Wright, Camron

Based on true events. Sang Ly lives at Cambodia’s city dump, where she earns a living for her family by sifting through the trash for recyclables. When she finds herself unable to pay rent for the month, Sang Ly discovers a discarded children’s book that just might save her. Young Readers edition.

Ain’t Burned All the Bright Reynolds, Jason

A smashup of art and text—with 300 pieces of art, three (very long!) sentences, and three sections. These pages viscerally capture what it is to be Black in America right now. What it is for all of us to be gasping for breath because it’s all just SO MUCH.

F = Fiction | NF = Nonfiction

$22.65

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Ages 10-14

NF

305.809

9781459416215 01/01/2022 Lorimer

$18.99

Hardcover

Ages 10-14

NF

SOCIAL & EMOTIONAL

White Privilege

B

9781426374050 01/04/2022 National Geographic Children’s Books

$17.99

Hardcover

Ages 10-14

F

F

9781629729855 04/05/2022 Shadow Mountain

$19.99

Hardcover

Ages 12-19

F

F

9781534439467 01/11/2022 Atheneum/Caitlyn Dlouhy Books

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Sunny G’s Series of Rash Decisions SOCIAL & EMTIONAL

Dhillon, Navdeep Singh

Sunny G’s brother left him one thing when he died: His notebook, which Sunny is determined to fill up with a series of rash decisions.

Decision number one was a big one: He stopped wearing his turban, cut off his hair, and shaved his beard.

Gender Inequality in Sports Cronn-Mills, Kirstin

Schools, universities, and professional organizations continue to struggle with addressing unequal pay, discrimination, and sexism in their sports programming. Delve into the history and impact of Title IX, learn more about the athletes at the forefront of the struggle, and explore how additional changes could lead to equality in sports.

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$17.99 Ages 12-19

Hardcover

F

F

9780593109977 02/08/2022 Dial Press

$37.32 Ages 12-19

Library Reinforced

NF

796.082

9781728419473 04/05/2022 Twenty-First Century Books

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