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INTRODUCTION

Welcome to the new Lite LittleOne Catalog: Diversity.

Lite LittleOne highlights new fiction and nonfiction books from a broad range of topics. The titles below 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.

Enjoy reading special features from authentic new and familiar voices, like Ron Van Maurik’s I Love You the Way You Are, a touching story about friendship and the importance of being yourself. In Always Beginning: The Big Bang, the Universe, and You, Candace Savage writes an awe-inspiring picture book that explores the science behind the start of our universe and how we came to be a part of it.

We are proud to present these books that take readers into a fantastical new world. For more new titles, check out Publisher Select and Publisher Gallery.

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GENERAL FICTION All Aboard the Alaska Train Hartman, Brooke / Joseph, John (Illustrator)

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Toot toot! Five shiny train cars roll down the railroad track, picking up passengers along the way—a porcupine, grizzly bear, caribou, and more. Soon the cars are packed, but now the train must go up a tall mountain. Will the Alaska Train reach its destination?

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Wide Awake Now Levithan, David This is a queer love story set against the backdrop of the 2024 presidential election, in a reimagining of David Levithan’s 2004 novel Wide Awake. In Wide Awake Now, David Levithan is flipping the script and rewriting Jimmy and Duncan’s story in the real 2024, rather than his imagined version.

Crash Landing Li, Charmaine Anne This YA debut is a searing ode to queer identity, growing up in an immigrant community, and carving a place for yourself in the world. Jay Wong is spending the last languid days of summer 2010 begging for something (anything!) to finally give her some stories worth telling.

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The Divine Order Steele, Hamish On the seventh plane, known to us as Earth, Norma Khan and Barney Guttman have allied with the demons in a search for both freedom and peace. There’s just one thing standing in their way: the Guttman family reunion. Pael, the Divine’s lead angel, has tricks up their sleeve.

One Alley Summer Ylvisaker, Anne A pitch-perfect novel in verse about one girl’s wish to simultaneously break free and to belong. When Mercy Jones moves next door, along with Mercy’s skateboard and her don’tmess-with-me attitude, Phee sees the chance for her universe to expand. Even if it means leaving some things behind.

Code Name Kingfisher Kessler, Liz A girl learns of her grandmother and great-aunt’s involvement in the Dutch Resistance during World War II in this heartbreaking middle grade story of family, history, resilience, and hope.

Through letters and other mementos, Liv learns that Oma had a sister that no one in Liv’s family ever knew about.

The Gardening Dog Wume, Cindy Meet two very special friends in this heartwarming and beautifully illustrated tale. Watch as a boy and a dog who don’t quite fit in learn that a friendship, like a garden, takes time to grow—but that both are always worth the wait.

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9781454949015 04/23/2024 Union Square & Co

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In Repair GENERAL FICTION

Graziadei, A. L. A mesmerizing YA novel about hurt, hope, friendship, and the impact that trauma can have on our lives. Nathaniel Conti doesn’t feel real when he’s alone. Maybe that’s why he has a reputation as a troublemaker—he’ll do just about anything to have everyone’s eyes on him.

Greetings, Floof!

Hong, C. J. / Smith, A. J. (Illustrator) Floof—from the planet Ploof—has just landed on Earth! Luckily, alien expert Dr. Greta Goodnote is here to guide readers on how to interact with him. With its lovable alien character and giggleinducing activity prompts, debut author C. J. Hong’s playful, inventive story is sure to be a hit.

My Book and Me Park, Linda Sue / Raschka, Chris (Illustrator)

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Meet the child who loves books in this lyrical tribute to the joys of books and reading. My Book and Me invites us to reflect on beloved books which are friends we hold dear; books we read over and again; and books that comfort and reassure us.

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Hit the Piñata Burton, Jeffrey / Clark, Neil (Illustrator) There’s nothing like the magic and mystery of the paper-mâché toy that so many children (and parents) delight in. Channel that joy with this hands-on book shaped like different piñatas, with a surprise hidden inside! Hit the book to make the sliding surprises fall and reveal themselves through sliding tabs.

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Billy’s Birthday A happy book about a baby elephant’s birthday party. Mommy Elephant hangs up a beautiful garland because it’s Billy the baby elephant’s birthday. All his friends come to celebrate. Together, they eat cake and sing a birthday song. Hip, hip... hooray!

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Menendez, Kellie This book draws attention to the patterns that exist all around us, from the ocean’s coral reefs to the jungle to our dinner table.

Children are invited to look for the patterns hidden in the layered illustrations and encouraged to find patterns they can see, hear, feel, and create.

Loose Threads Isol / Schimel, Lawrence (Translator) In a book inspired by a Palestinian scarf, an intrepid girl discovers the value of the tangled, knotty side of life. Lila is constantly losing things, and when her mom demands an explanation, Lila decides that her lost possessions must be falling down into the Other Side.

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Patterns, Patterns Everywhere

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Van Gageldonk, Mack

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9781592703920 06/25/2024 Enchanted Lion Books

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The Haunted Scavenger Hunt GENERAL FICTION

Patschke, Steve / Garrigue, Roland (Illustrator) When four friends decide to open a mysterious box, they end up on a haunted Halloween scavenger hunt that leads them to the basement of a spooky house. One by one, a friend goes missing as the group gets closer to discovering the mystery behind the clues.

The Doll Box Kelly, Deborah / Bartel, Joanna (Illustrator) A poignant story about a child finding her own inner strength, courage, and resilience by drawing inspiration from the generations of women that came before her. Whenever Isla’s mother brings out her small blue doll box, Isla knows she will hear the stories of the women in her family’s past.

The Ping-Pong Queen of Chinatown Yang, Andrew Two high school students form a complicated, ground-shifting bond while filming a mockumentary. On the eve of Felix Ma’s junior year, his parents hire a college admissions coach to help him find a marketable activity. Cynically trawling for extracurricular excellence, Felix decides to start a film club at school.

The Dark Skies Mystery Hicks, Deron R. In this richly drawn WWII-era mystery that brims with art and military history, spies, and intrigue, a young journalist uncovers a secret at a famous mansion and is drawn into a series of events far bigger—and more dangerous—than he ever could have imagined.

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9780063340411 07/16/2024 Quill Tree Books

$19.99 8-12 9780063306417 07/30/2024 Clarion Books

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Celebrate Black Voices PICTURE BOOKS

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GENERAL NONFICTION She Spoke Too MacMillan, Kathy / Bernardi, Manuella / Thorns, Becky (Illustrator)

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Don’t miss this captivating sequel to the acclaimed She Spoke.

Simply press the button featuring each iconic woman to hear her words, or press the button again to turn the sound off. Through succinct profiles and the original voices of these international women, She Spoke Too will inspire readers.

Extinctopedia Quarello, Serenella / Alcini, Alessio (Illustrator) / Greenan, Margaret (Translator)

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A Smithsonian collaboration. This journey of discovery through the animal kingdom, past and present, calls on us to educate ourselves and take action to save the amazing diversity of our planet. Read stories about animals that are no longer with us, learn strategies for preserving biodiversity, and more.

Mummies Unwrapped England, Victoria / Froese, Tom (Illustrator) What is a mummy? How exactly were they made? Filled with grisly detail, this guide reveals the secrets of the embalmers, tales of the tomb robbers, and even what happened when pets were mummified! Meet some famous mummified remains from around the world, from Tutankhamun to the “unlucky mummy.”

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9781636550725 03/12/2024 Red Comet Press

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Outdoor Farm, Indoor Farm Metcalf, Lindsay H. / Li, Xin (Illustrator) Discover how both outdoor and indoor farms sustainably grow the food we eat throughout the year in this vibrant, rhyming picture book. You’ll see how a variety of amazing machinery like tractors and drones, along with innovative farming techniques, yield the wonderful food we all love to enjoy.

All About Flags Jacobs, Robin / Javens, Ben (Illustrator) A refreshingly engaging introduction to flags of the world and the stories they tell. Grouping flags together first by continent and then by theme, this illuminating book explains how countries relate to one another, and how their politics and histories are interconnected.

Dive!

Gall, Chris A fascinating introduction to the comprehensive world history of diving. Through learning about why, how, and when humans have dived, we’ll uncover some mysteries of the oceans, and how humans have adapted and engineered to answer the question: What’s down there?

$18.99 3-6

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9781797212159 04/09/2024 Chronicle Books

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A Treasure of Measures

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9781635925913 04/09/2024 Astra Young Readers

$21.99

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9781800660458 04/09/2024 Cicada Books

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9781250823953 04/09/2024 Roaring Brook Press

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I Am Gravity Herz, Henry / López, Mercè (Illustrator) Speaking in a lyrical, riddling first-person narrative, Gravity boasts of its essential role in life as we know it—from the pulling of the ocean’s tides to the vastness of the stars in the sky. Back matter about the science of gravity and major historical discoveries enhances the book.

Why We Need Vaccines Rae, Rowena / Stampatori, Paige (Illustrator) This book examines the history, science, ethics, and social issues related to infectious diseases and vaccines. Vaccination is one of humanity’s most effective and greatest discoveries. It challenges young readers to take responsibility for themselves, their families, and their communities to help take down infectious diseases.

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13 Savage, Candace / Wada, Rachel (Illustrator) This awe-inspiring picture book explores the science behind the start of our universe and how we came to be a part of it, from the Big Bang and the beginning of life on Earth all the way up until today.

Calculating Chimpanzees, Brainy Bees, and Other Animals with Mind-Blowing Mathematical Abilities

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9781771648431 04/23/2024 Greystone Kids

$17.99 8-12

Gibeault, Stephanie / Sinquett, Jaclyn (Illustrator)

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Could your pet help you with your math homework? Discover how amazing animals use number sense in this fun and fact-filled investigation. A bibliography and an “Add to Your Knowledge” section at the back encourage more discovery.

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Solstice Breach, Jen Explore the daily lives of children around the world through the solstice—the longest day and night of the year. Enhancing the text and illustrations are fascinating infographics about geography, hours of sunlight, sunrise and sunset times, and how the Earth’s tilt creates solstices and seasons.

Growing Up under a Red Flag Compestine, Ying Chang / Liu, Xinmei (Illustrator) A stirring and magnificently illustrated picture-book memoir of the author’s childhood during the Chinese Cultural Revolution. Ying Chang Compestine was a young girl in 1966 when Mao launched his Cultural Revolution to reclaim power and eliminate noncommunist values in the country.

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Always Beginning

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9781913750787 05/07/2024 What on Earth Books

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Video Games Kim, Cheryl / Lee, Olga (Illustrator) Ready, player one? The newest addition to the nonfiction Eureka! series is a “biography” of a kid-favorite topic: video games. This is an entertaining and informative look at the development of an invention that keeps kids of all ages entertained.

Building a Beak McMurdie, Becca / Hernández, Diana (Illustrator) The incredible true animal rescue story of Grecia, an injured toucan who was given a groundbreaking 3D-printed beak, inspiring not only STEM innovation but also activism, legislation, and awareness toward animal welfare. Perfect for the young activist, engineer, or animal lover.

Space: The Final Pooping Frontier Bondor-Stone, Annabeth / White, Connor / Kenseth, Lars (Illustrator) Discover the down-and-dirty scientific history of astronauts pooping in space in this funny and factual picture book. From the earliest NASA missions up through the innovative results of their recent Space Poop Challenge design competition, we see the evolution of pooping in the final frontier.

The Museum (The Inside Story) Growick, Dustin / Martín, Laura (Illustrator) Find out what goes on behind the scenes at a museum. This gentle story follows the exploits of a family, students on a school trip, and some security guards, among others, over the course of a busy day at an amazing museum.

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9781662670534 06/04/2024 Kane Press

$18.99 3-8

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9781645678687 06/11/2024 Page Street Kids

$19.99

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9781250222886 07/02/2024 Godwin Books

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9781684493760 07/02/2024 Neon Squid US

15 Velcovsky, Tom / Bartunek, Jiri / Kraus, Marie (Illustrator) This non-fiction compendium takes readers on a global tour of architectural wonders, from ancient monuments that have withstood the test of time to the new streamlined modern structures that define our contemporary landscape. Explore iconic buildings by uncovering the intricate secrets of architectural styles and the rich histories they represent.

$22.95 10-14

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From Pyramids to Palaces

RELATIONSHIPS Isabel in Bloom Respicio, Mae A girl discovers a connection between her home in the Philippines and her new home in the U.S. through a special garden in this middle grade novel that celebrates nourishment and growth.

Twelve-year-old Isabel is the new kid in her San Francisco middle school.

I Love My Daddy Campbell Books / Forshaw, Louise (Illustrator) Push, pull and slide the scenes to celebrate Father’s Day. From making up silly games to learning to ride a bike, every day’s an adventure with Dad by your side! Young children will love playing with this bright and colorful board book with gentle rhyming text and wonderful illustrations.

$17.99 8-12

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9780593302712 04/09/2024 Wendy Lamb Books

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9781035033652 05/07/2024 Campbell

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lebrate CeDiverse Stories for All Ages

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Race to Kindness This beautiful picture book from TIME 2021 Kid of the Year Orion Jean delivers a powerful message of kindness. From giving meaningful compliments to sharing your snack to donating used clothes, Orion Jean shares some simple steps we can all take to make the world a better place.

Halfway to Harbor Melleby, Nicole Harbor is excited to spend the summer working on her jump shot in an elite basketball league. Harbor faces a difficult decision when it comes time to decide whether she will stay and play basketball all year round—or continue to live on Sunrise Lagoon.

10 Things I Hate About Prom Rose, Elle Gonzalez A fun, fresh contemporary rom-com that covers all the ways in which prom is overrated, and the biggest ways to sabotage your lovable best friend’s promposals. The best things in life come in pairs. Peanut butter has jelly, Taylor has Selena, and Ivelisse Santos has Joaquin Romero.

I Am Friendly Tracy, Kristen / Kraan, Erin (Illustrator) Full of heart and humor, this picture book follows the adventures of a well-meaning grizzly bear who tries to help her forest friends, but always seems to unknowingly do the opposite. This story will charm any reader who is drawn to animals, laughter, and unexpected bear hugs.

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Jean, Orion / Varma, Darshika (Illustrator)

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9781643753126 05/07/2024 Algonquin Young Readers

$19.99 12-19

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9780593705179 05/14/2024 Joy Revolution

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

Tanaka, Saki A touching ode to connection and belonging by a debut picture book author-illustrator. Kai is used to following the seasons with Pa. Kai tries to invite the other children to join in his play, but the strangeness of his words drives them away.

What to Say When You Don’t Know What to Say Bell, Davina / Tapper, Hilary Jean (Illustrator)

A warm and whimsical guide to negotiating life’s little moments and big emotions with empathy, kindness, and words from the heart. From award-winning, much-loved author Davina Bell and exciting new illustrator Hilary Jean Tapper.

Uniquely You Meyer, Joyce / Piwowarski, Marcin (Illustrator) Encourage little ones to embrace the God-given gifts that make them unique. This book reminds children of an incredible truth— God made them the way they are for a reason, and they are amazing! They are beautiful and talented in their own unique ways.

Luna the Loon and Her Marvelous Tune Fischer, Chelsea Johnson / Campbell, Sharon (Illustrator) Luna wishes she was a clever kiwi like her friend Kare, but learns to embrace her differences. When Kare is lost, Luna takes flight to search for him, discovering that she too has unique skills and talents that make her special in her own way.

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9780734421142 05/28/2024 Lothian Children’s Books

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9781546012498 06/04/2024 Worthy Kids

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Finding Mr. Trunks When Libby accidentally drops her beloved stuffed elephant, Mr. Trunks, at the airport, he must figure out how to reconnect with her before they’re separated forever. With help from a friendly baby and big brother, Mr. Trunks comes up with a clever plan to harness the power of social media.

The Cookie Crumbles Badua, Tracy / Dow, Alechia The Great British Bake Off meets Knives Out in this fun and propulsive middle grade novel following two best friends who must solve the mystery behind a baking competition gone awry.

Even worse, a major storm has effectively cut off all access to the outside world.

The Calculation of You and Me Kaylor, Serena A calculus nerd enlists her surly classmate’s help to win back her ex-boyfriend, but when sparks start to fly, she realizes there’s no algorithm for falling in love. The semester quickly heats up with yearning love notes, a syllabus of romance novels, and late nights spent with a baffling boy.

The Imaginoodles Eliopoulos, Christopher While on a playdate with an outgoing new friend, a nervous hedgehog finds the courage to use his imagination. It doesn’t take much for Henry, an introverted young hedgehog, to roll up into a tight ball of anxiety. And now he’s on a nerve-wracking playdate with a very energetic chipmunk.

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Guertin, Annemarie Riley / Alemanno, Andrea (Illustrator)

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9781250908681 06/18/2024 Wednesday Books

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I Love You the Way You Are R E L AT I O N S H I P S

Van Maurik, Ron A touching story about friendship and the importance of being yourself. Hedgehog and Mouse are friends. One day, Hedgehog wants to thank Mouse for being his friend. But... Oh no... He falls and accidentally pricks Mouse. Wouldn’t Mouse be happier with a softer friend instead of one with quills?

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Lucia Cruz is forced to cobble together a debutante court of 18 friends—when she barely has one—in this funny and touching YA novel about family and community. How far will Lucia stray from her comfort zone in order to appease her family—while staying true to herself?

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SOCIAL & EMOTIONAL Brianosaurus Adamson, Ged Brian loves dinosaurs. When he discovers that frogs were around when dinosaurs were alive, he decides that makes him a dinosaur—a Brianosaurus, in fact. At first, it’s fun. But his woodland friends think he should roar all the time, not use trampolines or read books.

More Than You Imagine Hutchinson, Thelia / Predoi, Adriana (Illustrator) A collection of parents’ hopes, dreams, and promises of unconditional love empowers children to build a strong foundation and become more than they ever imagined. The illustrations represent multiple families and those of diverse family structures, including interracial, same-sex, adoptive, and single-parent families.

The Other Side of Perfect Florence, Melanie / Scrimger, Richard Two kids from two different worlds form an unexpected friendship in this lens into the interworking of empathy. Told in alternating narratives, this book is infused with themes of identity, belonging, and compassion, reminding us that we are all more than our circumstances, and more connected than we think.

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Deep Water Sumner, Jamie An impactful, gripping novel in verse that spans one girl’s marathon swim over 12 miles and six hours, calling her mom back home with every stroke. Tully Birch braves the waters of Lake Tahoe to break the record for the youngest person ever to complete the famous “Godfather swim.”

Bye-Bye Blanket Ford, Bernette / Williams, Sam (Illustrator) Little Lambkin has lots of toys, but all she really wants is her small, soft, but very dirty comfort blanket. She never lets it go— until Ducky comes over for a playdate and gently helps Lambkin give up her beloved blankie and join in the fun.

And the Winner Is . . .

Pirrone, Francesca A sweet story about winning and losing. It’s a nice afternoon.

Everyone is busy: Cat, Mouse, Bird, Turtle, Rabbit... and Piggy!

He’s painting a picture for a contest. He’s sure his beautiful painting will win! But then, uh-oh! A little accident leads to a big problem. Can anything fix it?

My Code Word Joseph, Lynn / McLean, Annalize (Illustrator) A young boy internalizes the negative things he sees—wildfires, violence, etc.—to a point where he begins to fear for his future.

When everything seems most hopeless, his mother comes up with a clever solution to allay his fears and teach him resilience.

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9781915801326 04/16/2024 Boxer Books

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$18.99 5-8 9781223187365 05/07/2024 Paw Prints

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23 Wolo, Mamle A boy’s gripping journey from poverty to empowerment transports readers to modern-day Ghana, into the throes of a survival story.

When an alluring gentleman comes to town to befriend local teenagers, offering promises of a better future, an unsettling turn of events sends Sena into the clutches of human traffickers.

Murray Out of Water Tracy, Taylor A contemporary novel in verse. When a hurricane hits the Jersey shoreline, 12-year-old Murray O’Shea is separated from the one thing that makes her feel understood—the ocean. What follows is a coming-of-age exploration of queer identity, family, and friendship.

It’s Okay to Embrace Your Body Sherman-Lazar, Danielle / Kuhn, Vicky (Illustrator) Sophia is worrying about going to the pool party and doesn’t want to talk to Mommy about why. With the help of Sophia’s teddy bears, Mommy reminds her that our bodies come in all shapes and sizes, and they can do so many amazing things!

Born Again Ben Sprackling, Rob Bully boy Ben is cruel to animals and humans alike—until one day, he gets run over by a 94 bus and is reincarnated as a bug. Now the boot is on the other foot, and that foot wants to squash Ben flat!

$16.99 8-12

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9780316703963 05/14/2024 Little, Brown Books for Young Readers

$19.99 8-12

SOCIAL & EMOTIONAL

Flying Through Water

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9780063326811 05/21/2024 Quill Tree Books

$17.95 5-8

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9781837964741 06/04/2024 Trigger Publishing

$12.95 8-12

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9781948585415 06/04/2024 Leapfrog Press

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My Lighthouse

$14.99

Gilkeson, Ali / Wildish, Lee (Illustrator)

3-6

Join a reluctant young lighthouse keeper, his extremely round cat, and his trusty rowboat Rockshore in a whimsical and tender tale of finding adventure, losing your way, and learning to appreciate what you already have.

Being Autistic (and What That Actually Means) Garvey, Niamh / Burgess, Rebecca (Illustrator)

Welcome to the ultimate guide to understanding who you are and what it means to be autistic! Discover the differences between sensory seekers and avoiders, why you might find some things super easy and other things extra challenging, and begin to understand and navigate all of your feelings.

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9780593581421 06/18/2024 WaterBrook Press

$14.95

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8-12

618.9285

9781805011712 06/21/2024 Jessica Kingsley Publishers

From your parents you learn love and laughter and how to put one foot before the other. But when books are opened you discover that you have wings.

—Helen Hayes

That Always Happens Sometimes Frank, Kiley / Steele, K-Fai (Illustrator) Max is not exactly a perfect kid. From sunup through his school day and right until bedtime, he’s goofy, disorganized, and generally uncontainable—much to the frustration of those around him. But when a little enthusiasm and creativity are in order, you can count on Max to save the day!

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$18.99 3-8

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9781984852434 07/02/2024 Knopf Books for Young Readers

25 Katzenberger, Lisa / George, Hannah (Illustrator) Have you ever been so scared that your tummy tumbled and your heart hiccupped and your fingers fiddled? You’re not alone!

Elephant, Cheetah, and Gator feel the same way. Join these three friends as they find their brave self by first imagining themselves as brave and growing into being brave!

Dare to Be Daring Wallace, Chelsea Lin / Cho, Lian (Illustrator) From tasting a new food to a trip to the dentist (or the basement!), this picture book is an invitation to be brave in the face of what feels scary. Every time kids dare to be daring, they learn that they are brave enough to try just about anything.

Grief in the Fourth Dimension Yu, Jennifer A speculative YA novel about the afterlife and the unexpected connections that can be made in death. As Caroline and Kenny watch life continue to unfold back on Earth, they realize they can influence events through radio signals, psychic mediums, and electromagnetic interference.

The Great Cool Ranch Dorito in the Sky Galarza, Josh A hilarious and heart-wrenching debut about a teen boy grappling with body and self-esteem issues after unfathomable life changes. Lately, Brett’s grip on reality has started to lose its hold.

And Brett will do anything to forget about the cosmic-sized hole in his chest, even if it’s unhealthy.

$18.99 3-8

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152.4

9781728272689 07/02/2024 Sourcebooks Explore

$18.99 3-8

SOCIAL & EMOTIONAL

I Can Do It Even If I’m Scared

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9781419760679 07/16/2024 Abrams Books for Young Readers

$19.99 14-19

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9781419767272 07/16/2024 Amulet Books

$19.99 14-19

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9781250907714 07/23/2024 Henry Holt and Co. (BYR)

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WORLD CULTURES And Yet You Shine Kelkar, Supriya

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The story of one of the world’s most famous diamonds—stolen from South Asia during colonization and now among the crown jewels in London—is a call to action for readers to decolonize and hold their heads high.

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The Night War Bradley, Kimberly Brubaker A middle grade novel set at the border between freedom and fear in World War II France, at the Chateau de Chenonceau, where a Jewish girl who has lost everything but her life must decide whether to risk even that to bring others to freedom.

Three Summers Sabic-El-Rayess, Amra / Sullivan, Laura L. An epic middle grade memoir about sisterhood and prejudice in the three years leading up to the Bosnian genocide. Three Summers is the story of five young cousins who grow closer than sisters as ethnic tensions escalate over three summers in 1980s Bosnia.

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$18.99 8-12

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9780735228566 04/09/2024 Dial Press

$18.99 8-12

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9780374390815 04/09/2024 Farrar Straus & Giroux

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Inuit of the Arctic Learn about what life was like among the Inuit long ago before the influx of European immigrants, their hunting skills, diet, parenting style, resources, how they withstood the cold, and more. This book also explains the wars and treaties that affected them, how they survived, and their religious beliefs.

The Girl Who Fought Back Greene, Joshua M. The Warsaw Ghetto Uprising is one of history’s most powerful acts of resistance. Here, author Joshua M. Greene (Signs of Survival) tells the true story of a young Jewish woman who was instrumental in the uprising as a smuggler of messages and weapons into and out of the Warsaw Ghetto.

Aloha Everything George, Kaylin Melia / Waite, Mae (Illustrator)

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9798890940353 04/16/2024 Curious Fox Books

$18.99 8-12

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9781338880519 04/16/2024 Scholastic Focus

$19.99 5-8

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9781636551128 04/23/2024 Red Comet Press

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Experience a thrilling journey through the breathtaking islands of Hawai’i! In this exciting adventure, a courageous young girl named Ano learns, grows, and comes to love her island home with all her heart. The beautiful poetry artfully blends 25 Hawaiian words into the English prose.

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Orr, Tamra B.

$14.99

My Lost Freedom Takei, George / Lee, Michelle (Illustrator) A moving true story about growing up in Japanese American incarceration camps during World War II. Star Trek actor, activist, and bestselling author George Takei looks back at his own memories to help children today understand what it feels like to be treated as an enemy by your own country.

$19.99 5-8

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9780593566350 04/30/2024 Crown Books for Young Readers

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Born Naughty W O R L D C U LT U R E S

Wang, Jin / Johnston, Tony / Baigude, Anisi (Illustrator) Share in the joyful, adventure-filled shenanigans of a child growing up in a small mud hut. This illustrated memoir invites readers to join Jin and her family in the outskirts of Inner Mongolia.

Eyes Open Miller-Lachmann, Lyn A poignant verse novel about a teen girl discovering how to resist tyranny and be true to herself. Portugal, 1967. Sónia thinks she knows what her future holds. But when Zé Miguel is arrested for anti-government activities and Sónia’s family’s restaurant is shut down, Sónia’s plans are upended.

When We Gather (Ostadahlisiha) Rogers, Andrea L. / Goodnight, Madelyn (Illustrator) This lyrical picture book describes one Cherokee child’s family tradition of gathering wild onions for a big community meal, a significant tradition among several southeastern tribes and Nations. Nothing welcomes spring like a wild onion dinner!

This Is Not a Cholent Sassoon, Sarah / Garofoli, Viviana (Illustrator) A story about a girl and her Nana, and the traditional Jewish Iraqi stew they enter in a contest. Everyone gasps when Nana takes out a needle and thread and stitches the stuffed chicken, and adds eggs to the stew. “This is not a cholent!” the crowd says.

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$16.99 7-10

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9780593563618 05/07/2024 Anne Schwartz Books

$19.99 14-19

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9798765610114 05/07/2024 Carolrhoda LAB

$19.99 3-8

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9780063076792 05/07/2024 Heartdrum

$18.99 3-8

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9781728486482 05/07/2024 Kar-Ben Publishing

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The Boy from Clearwater, Book 2 The follow-up to the acclaimed graphic novel memoir about censorship and persecution during Taiwan’s White Terror era. After his imprisonment in Green Island, Kun-lin struggles to pick up where he left off 10 years earlier. But when manhua publishing becomes victim to censorship, Kun-lin takes matters into his own hands.

What Do We Know About the Nazca Lines?

Hubbard, Ben / Putra, Dede (Illustrator) How did the mysterious images high in the Nazca Desert in Peru come to be? Find out the truth about these ancient figures in the soil. Some historians believe that they are ancient irrigation systems, but other researchers believe in a more paranormal origin story.

Primo Levi Aristarco, Daniele / Vailati, Stéphanie / Gauvin, Edward (Translator) Because anti-Semitism and Holocaust denial never goes away, Levi understands that our memory of the Holocaust must be continually maintained, so he helps 11-year-old Vittorio uncover a secret. Primo and Vittorio’s relationship is a jumping off point to tell the story of the life of one of history’s greatest witnesses.

The ABCs of Persian Food Shokrae, Sunny Sanaz / Heisig, Ly Ngo (Illustrator) Learn all about Persian food and culture. This book introduces a Persian dish for each letter of the alphabet, with the aim of teaching phonetics and conversational Persian to pre-readers.

With eye-catching graphic art, this picture book is a delightful new way to teach the alphabet.

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9781646143726 05/07/2024 Levine Querido

$15.99

Hardcover

8-12

985.27

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Pei-Yun, Yu / Zhou, Jian-Xin (Illustrator) / King, Lin (Translator)

$25.99

9780593662540 05/07/2024 Penguin Workshop

$17.95 10-14

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9781644213445 05/07/2024 Triangle Square

$14.99 3-6

Hardcover

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9781419768552 05/14/2024 Abrams Appleseed

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My Extraordinary Face W O R L D C U LT U R E S

Mardini, Samir / Suchyta, Marissa / Tobacco, Violet (Illustrator) This heartwarming story explores the ups and downs of growing up with a visible difference. Told through the lens of four children with a spectrum of facial differences, this gentle story guides young readers to build a healthy relationship with their appearance and better understand the challenges faced by others.

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9798887700113 05/14/2024 Mayo Clinic Press

Each book was a world unto itself, and in it I took refuge.

-Alberto Manguel, A History of Reading

Caged Yang, Kao Kalia / Vue, Khou (Illustrator) A poignant picture book about a young Hmong girl born and raised in a refugee camp, who imagines what lies beyond the bounds of its borders. On the day she leaves, her favorite aunt, Golden Flower, sees her off with the words, “Your wings have arrived.”

The Kids Book of Black History in Canada Sadlier, Rosemary / Taylor, Arden (Illustrator) An important and comprehensive exploration of 400 years of Black history in Canada. A one-of-a-kind book, it contains inspiring and thought-provoking stories of the people involved in Canada’s legacy of slavery, the Black Loyalist and Exoduster movements, the Underground Railroad, and the fight for civil rights.

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$18.99 3-8

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9781984816368 05/28/2024 Kokila

$21.99 8-12 9781525307379 06/04/2024 Kids Can Press

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How to Survive in the Age of Pirates In this handy survival guide, you’ll learn how to prepare for pitfalls—or avoid them entirely! You’ll find a rogue’s gallery to help you recognize fearsome pirates; maps of key pirate locales; tips on how to talk like a pirate; what to do if you fall overboard; and more.

Waiting to Welcome Cleaver, Samantha / Nantogmah, Reuben / McNish, Bri Marie (Illustrator) A little girl and her Ghanaian extended family joyfully prepare to celebrate the arrival of a new baby. As her aunties and uncles prepare delicious food for the outdooring, Andani must wait to perform the most important job of all: being the first to greet the little one by name.

8-12

Library Reinforced

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9781426376184 06/18/2024 National Geographic Children’s Books

$18.99 3-6

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Boyer, Crispin / Simon, Rebecca, Dr.

$19.99

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9781250883599 07/16/2024 Feiwel and Friends

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