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INTRODUCTION

Explore - Experience - Educate!

This LittleOne catalog features books that help young readers understand appropriate behavior, improve their social skills, and learn about the world around them. Through reading we experience varying emotions, explore new interests, find new ways to interact with friends and family. Discover books that stimulate and expand growing imaginations, providing a background to help readers understand the world and their place in it. Reading about diverse life situations teaches us the different ways that problems are solved. In books, we discover other ways of seeing the world.

The focus for this catalog is to share new fiction and nonfiction books from a broad range of topics, including ecology, diversity, fantasy, poetry, sports titles, and debut authors. These new books come from fresh and familiar voices, and from publishers large and small.

You will notice that most of these selections publish September-December 2024 and are titles we have not previously featured.

Join our Tell Me More: Collection Connection webinar on January 8, 2025, at 2:00 PM ET. We will introduce some key titles publishing in the first half of the year from some of our favorite authors and publishers. Children's & Young Adult Programs Manager Erica Sommer and Collection Development colleagues Suzy Hawley, Gwen Vanderhage, and Elizabeth Tanguma will be presenting.

Sign up to join us here. We’re looking forward to sharing these forthcoming titles with you!

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WOMEN IN HISTORY

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Erica Sommer is the manager of Brodart's Children’s & Young Adult Programs. She is excited to share her insights in article form as a featured LittleOne contributor. Check our upcoming issues for more from Erica!

Greetings, librarians!

We launched our partnership with Bound to Stay Bound Books (BTSB) in the beginning of 2024, allowing Brodart to sell their prebound editions to public libraries. Picture books, easy readers, graphic novels, manga, nonfiction, Spanish, and bilingual editions are all available in this sturdy format. I’m thrilled to introduce Lori Smith, BTSB’s Vice President & General Manager, who will tell us more about BTSB. Q: For those who don’t already know, can you tell us a little about BTSB’s history and the binding process?

A: BTSB has been a trusted partner to libraries since 1920, offering durable, prebound children’s and YA books that stand the test of time. Our binding process exceeds industry standards, transforming trade editions into reinforced volumes with sturdy, sewn bindings and tough covers. This ensures our books withstand countless checkouts while providing young readers with reliable access to beloved stories.

Q: How has BTSB’s prebind title mix changed as library needs have shifted into the 21st century?

A: In recent years, we’ve expanded our title selection to reflect the growing demand for diverse voices, graphic novels, SEL and STEM-related content. As libraries strive to meet the needs of modern readers, we continue to prioritize titles that resonate with today’s youth, offering inclusive and engaging options across a range of genres.

Q: What hasn’t changed?

A: Our commitment to quality and service remains steadfast. BTSB’s mission has always been to support libraries by providing durable books that help foster a love of reading in young audiences. While trends evolve, our dedication to preserving stories and supporting literacy stays the same.

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Q: Are there any recent or forthcoming series or prebind offerings coming in 2025 that you are excited to tell Erica and Lori celebrating the us about? partnership at ALA Annual A: Absolutely! Every title we add in our BTSB prebound format is a must-have in libraries. In 2025, we’re excited to offer prebound editions of several highly anticipated new series and continuations, including Everything Taylor Swift, City Spies, Baby-Sitters Club, Bad Guys, Hunger Games, and Owl Diaries just to name a few. There are so many new titles coming out in the Spring of 2025 by wonderful authors such as Candace Fleming, Kwame Alexander, Stuart Gibbs, Jory John, Tracey West, Mo Willems, and many more! Additionally, we’re continuing to expand our selection of Spanish and bilingual books, ensuring libraries have resources to serve their diverse communities.

Q: Is there anything else you’d like to add?

A: As we approach our 105th anniversary on January 20, 2025, we’re grateful to librarians and educators who share our vision of empowering young readers.

We’re honored to continue supporting your work and look forward to the stories yet to be told.

If you’d like to receive a BTSB sample book, email bys@brodart.com and I’ll get one right out to you. Learn more about the BTSB Difference here, and subscribe to our BookWorm newsletter for lists of forthcoming and bestselling BTSB editions each month.

We hope to see you as we kick off 2025 on January 8th at 2PM in our FREE Tell Me More: Winter-Spring Collection Connection webinar previewing forthcoming titles; click to register.

Happy reading!

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DEBUT The Bakery Dragon Kurtz, Devin Elle

A scrumptious picture book for fans of funny fairytales and fantastic beasts. Ember has always been different from the other dragons. He fears he’ll never collect a respectable hoard of gold until a chance encounter with a baker causes his fortunes to turn (and his stomach to grumble).

In Praise of Mystery

Limón, Ada / Sís, Peter (Illustrator) The poem in this debut picture book will be engraved on a spacecraft and sent to the stars in October 2024. In Praise of Mystery celebrates humankind’s endless curiosity, asks us what it means to explore beyond our known world, and shows how the unknown can reflect us back to ourselves.

Brown Girl, Brown Girl

Honoré, Leslé / Cabrera, Cozbi A. (Illustrator) Based on a viral poem, this moving journey through the past, present, and future of brown and Black girls is a celebration of community, creativity, and joy. It offers a reminder of the history that inspires hope, and the hope that inspires activism.

Mishka

Vendel, Edward van de / Elman, Anoush / Schaap, Annet (Illustrator) / Forest-Flier, Nancy (Translator) A sweet and tender story of a girl refugee finding a new home. Roya, her brothers, and their parents welcome a bunny rabbit named Mishka to the family. Gradually, the rabbit and Roya get to hear the story of the family’s journey from Afghanistan to the Netherlands.

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$18.99 3-8

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9780593710968 10/01/2024 Knopf Books for Young Readers

$18.99 3-8

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9781324054009 10/01/2024 Norton Young Readers

$18.99 3-8

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9780316314039 11/19/2024 Little, Brown Books for Young Readers

$15.99 7-10 9781646144587 11/12/2024 Levine Querido

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The Clock Problem

Introducing an uproariously entertaining and educational comic that brings the joy of mathematics to life while learning how to tell time!

Chicken’s timekeeping skills leave much to be desired and as result, Chicken is late to an important meeting! Now, Brutus is determined to teach him a lesson.

My So-Called Family

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Ping’s Perfect Pot

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A powerful middle-grade debut about friendship, foster care, and realizing the true meaning of family. It’s the first week of middle school, and Ash already has a class assignment: Make a family tree.

But how can Ash make a family tree if she doesn’t have a family?

Each Day Is a Gift

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Gordon, Gia

9781506492520 | $18.99 Now Available

$19.95

DEBUT

Wise, Bill / Lynch, Davilyn (Illustrator)

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Brown Boys Rule

9781506484174 | $18.99 Jan 2025

Peg Gets Plucky

9781506492094 | $18.99 Mar 2025

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Find Her DEBUT

Reno, Ginger Wren’s mother is one of hundreds of Native Americans considered missing or murdered in Oklahoma. When missing pets are found badly hurt, Wren vows to unmask whoever is behind the animal abuse—and maybe learn the truth about her mother.

Stronger at the Seams Stocker, Shannon

Twyla has always believed things happen for a reason, but when she starts having severe health issues and doctors won’t listen to her concerns, she finds herself questioning everything, including her diagnosis … and wondering if her mother’s death holds the answer.

The Dividing Sky Tew, Jill

In 2364, 18-year-old Liv Newman dreams of a future beyond her lowerclass life in the Metro. Serpent & Dove meets Arcane in this dystopian romance debut that follows a cunning memory merchant who deals a little extra happiness on the side and the handsome rookie officer on her tail.

The Ancient’s Game Crittenden, Loni

Alchemy and ancient spirits come to life in this debut fantasy inspired

by African Diasporic folklore and the 1920s World Fair. Sixteen-yearold Kellan DuCuivre, an orphan from a reviled class, must compete for an apprenticeship among the nation’s elite in order to save her adoptive father from a twisted fate.

For She Is Wrath Varga, Emily

A sizzling Pakistani romantic fantasy retelling of The Count of Monte Cristo. Prisoner Dania was betrayed by the boy she loved and framed for a crime she didn’t commit. When fellow prisoner Noor digs into her cell while trying to escape, Dania seizes her opportunity for revenge.

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$17.99 10-14

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9780823454808 10/15/2024 Holiday House

$18.99 12-19

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9780310162353 10/01/2024 Blink

$19.99 12-19

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9780593710357 10/08/2024 Joy Revolution

$19.99 12-19

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9780063296435 10/29/2024 HarperTeen

$20.00 12-19

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9781250877383 10/29/2024 Wednesday Books

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In Alison Stine’s haunting young adult debut, a partially deaf teenager must find community and hope amidst the foreboding climate change in the Colorado Bloodless Valley. To make ends meet, Thea’s farmer parents let her work at the café in town, where she meets Ray, who is deaf.

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You’re Dead to Me Parker, Amy Christine

Gossip Girl meets Happy Death Day in this YA horror novel following high school outcast and anonymous social media gossip Ruby, who comes face-to-face with her own ghost dressed in a blood-splattered prom dress. With less than a week until the dance, Ruby must unmask her killer—or die trying.

$12.99 12-19

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9780593650936 12/10/2024 Delacorte Press

As children, we all live in a world of imagination, of fantasy, and for some of us that world of make-believe continues into adulthood.

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— Jim Henson

The Kiss of the Nightingale Denner, Adi

A stolen magical gem transforms an orphan’s destiny. Set in an alternative historical Paris, this romantasy weaves together the seduction of Bridgerton and the magic of Leigh Bardugo’s Shadow and Bone series. 1890, Lutèce: In this city, Talents are everything: precious gems that gift unrivalled skills to their owners.

Giddy Barber Explodes in 11 Havranek, Dina

Aspiring mechanical engineer Giddy Barber is desperate to find the support she needs in this hilarious, heartening story. Putting 11 days on the clock, she’ll shake things up and change her routine. But soon it becomes clear that some problems are bigger than what an online column can fix.

$18.99 14-19

Hardcover

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9781774885253 10/01/2024 Tundra Books

$19.99 14-19

Hardcover

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9781682637142 10/15/2024 Peachtree Teen

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All the Truth I Can Stand DEBUT

Stokes, Mason

A gay teenager in 1990s Wyoming must contend with the violent loss of a loved one. High school student Ash is still reeling from his mother’s death and ostracization by his friends when his father signs him up to join the crew for a college production of Oklahoma!

Heavenly Tyrant Zhao, Xiran Jay

Zetian must balance dangerous politics with a new quest for vengeance in the sequel to the #1 New York Times bestseller Iron Widow. Zetian and the dangerous man with whom she shares power must work together to take down their common enemy and stoke a revolution.

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$18.99 14-19

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9781662680885 11/05/2024 Calkins Creek Books

$20.99 14-19

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9780735269989 12/24/2024 Tundra Books

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DIVERSITY Spreading My Wings

Hussain, Nadiya / Bailey, Ella (Illustrator) On his first day of summer camp, a little boy arrives with his bird best friend perched proudly on his shoulder, but he soon discovers that he is different from everyone else—no one else has a bird. He hides Rayf away to try and fit in.

Yeah, Baby!

Flowerpot Press Inc. Cheer on your little one as they accomplish small daily tasks and hit important milestones, from taking first steps to finishing their meal.

Each day with your baby is something to celebrate in this book perfect for recognizing the big moments together!

My Hair Is Like Yours

Detrick-Jules, St. Clair / Brown, Tabitha (Illustrator) Cornrows, curls, fros, and swirls! How do you wear your hair? Featuring photographs of real kids whose hairstyles match those of family and friends, little ones will love seeing themselves mirrored in these pages and in the world around them.

When Grandmas Cook

Mustich, Margot / Straathof, Alette (Illustrator) Every grandma has a few special dishes she enjoys cooking for her family, and this beautifully illustrated book invites children into the kitchens of grandmothers around the globe, while celebrating the love that children have for their own grandmas. Learn about meals like chicken soup, tamales, pasta, and borscht.

$18.95 2-5

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9781623716820 09/10/2024 Crocodile Books

$8.99 2-5

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9781486724130 09/17/2024 Flowerpot Press Inc.

$8.99 2-5

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9781797221854 10/08/2024 Chronicle Books

$8.99 2-5

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9781728297699 11/05/2024 Duo Press LLC

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DIVERSITY

Family and Feelings

Haraštová, Helena / Gaigalova, Katia (Illustrator) Embark on a journey through family dynamics and emotions, as relatable scenarios guide young readers through diverse family situations. Veronica anticipates a garden party celebrating her soonto-arrive twin siblings. Yet, beneath the surface, she grapples with worries about family changes and the fear of being loved less.

Let’s Get Festive!

Konczak, Joanna / Poklewska-Koziello, Ewa (Illustrator) / Webster, Kate (Translator) Travel the world in this stunningly illustrated collection of 36 celebrations. A jubilant look at holidays and festivals to celebrate every season! How is spring celebrated in Japan? When is the Jewish New Year? And what do people wear to the Venice Carnival? Come find out.

The Light from My Menorah

Heald, Robin / Blinick, Andrea (Illustrator) Nothing brings communities together like the warm glow of a lamp or candle flame. In this book, the dazzling light from a menorah takes a young boy on a journey around the world, introducing him to the holidays of many cultures that celebrate light.

On a Chariot of Fire

Lyons, Erica / Benjamin, Siona (Illustrator) Featuring the other side of the Hanukkah story, A Chariot of Fire shares the origin of the Jewish community in India—known as the Bene Israel. Long ago, a ship sailed east. The people onboard were fleeing the same war that the Maccabees fought in the ancient land of Israel.

Veena and the Red Roti

Mehra, Namita Moolani / Mistry, Beena (Illustrator) Set during the Partition of India, this moving story follows a girl who helps others the only way she knows how: by cooking up a small taste of home. Veena is an engaging and resourceful girl who helps put a face to the refugee experience.

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9788000072760 09/03/2024 Albatros Media

$27.95

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9780735845701 09/10/2024 NorthSouth Books

$18.95 3-6

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9781772782899 09/10/2024 Pajama Press

$18.99 3-8

Hardcover

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9781646144341 09/03/2024 Levine Querido

$21.99 3-8 9781525307355 09/03/2024 Kids Can Press

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Smith, Shyala / Asis, Aaron (Illustrator) A moving story about grief, self-expression, and finding reasons to celebrate even at life’s toughest moments. Juhi learns the language of flowers while helping her Appa in his flower shop. Can she draw on this knowledge to express her grief when her favorite customer passes away?

The Table

Bingham, Winsome / Blevins, Wiley / Griffin, Jason (Illustrator) Meet two families—both filled with love, both encountering hardship and joy, both living in the same place—and the one simple table that connects them all. For years, a mining family’s life revolves around their table. Outside the house, though, Appalachia changes.

Everyone Wants an Octopus Book!

Ledden, Liz / Koji, Makoto (Illustrator)

Inky the octopus wants to read a book with a character that looks like them. With their best friend, Quack the duck, they scour every shelf, but all they seem to find are more books about ducks! Why aren’t there any stories with octopuses? Maybe it’s time for one.

$18.99 3-8

Hardcover

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9781915244864 09/10/2024 Lantana Publishing

$19.99 3-8

DIVERSITY

The Language of Flowers

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9780823456420 09/17/2024 Neal Porter Books

$18.99 3-8

Hardcover

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9781761210846 11/05/2024 Hardie Grant

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Can you solve the biggest riddle of the year?

From awardwinning author of Inkheart

Cornelia Funke COMING

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Uyá, Nívola

Throughout this beautiful book, inspired by the true story of Gaspar Borchardt, magic, music, nature, and spirituality come together.

A master craftsman in love with his work, whose creations are extraordinary, has a dream to fulfill: he wants to make the violin with the most exquisite wood in the world.

A World Full of Christmas Crafts Mortimer, Helen / Laforme, Joy (Illustrator)

Christmas is celebrated in so many different ways around the world.

This sparkling, illustrated treasury of 24 festive activities and recipes inspired by different countries keeps kids busy in the countdown to Christmas by encouraging them to create their own treats, decorations, and more!

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9788419464705 11/26/2024 Cuento De Luz SL

$18.99

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9780711293519 10/01/2024 Frances Lincoln Children’s Books

$19.99 5-8

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A young girl finds connection to her family’s traditions through a Passover memory. Miriam feels disconnected from the Passover celebration until Uncle Ezra tells her about his first seder in America.

This gives Miriam a more personal sense of the meaning of Passover and the importance of sharing family stories.

$19.95

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The Soul of the Violin

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Olive Tran is excited to turn 10—until racism toward her Asian community makes her question how safe she feels. Olive knows something is wrong, but she is determined to have fun at her party. If she shows kindness, maybe others will, too. Every little bit counts!

$10.95 5-8

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What Happened On Thursday?

Oyeku, Ayo / Mba, Lydia (Illustrator)

The Nigerian Civil War began and ended on a Thursday, forever changing the lives of the family in this book. Told from a child’s perspective, this story follows one family as they lose their home, traverse a country besieged by war, and finally settle in a camp for displaced persons.

$17.99 7-10

Hardcover

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9781662504020 09/17/2024 Amazon Crossing Kids

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DIVERSITY

Who Needs a Statue?

LaPlante, Eve / Knight, Margy Burns / Delinois, Alix (Illustrator) Did you know the U.S. Capitol building features 100 statues? Each state selects two prominent figures in their history to be included as statues to represent the state in Washington, D.C. Find out who was chosen to represent this nation and why. Do they really represent this diverse, multifaceted country?

Tug Your Earlobe

Sekaninova, Stepanka / Wolf, Adam (Illustrator) Through vibrant illustrations and relatable examples, young readers learn to decode emotions, intentions, and feelings conveyed through gestures, expressions, and postures. From everyday scenarios to professional settings, the book covers a spectrum of situations, making it a comprehensive and engaging resource.

On the Block Oh, Ellen (Editor)

This inspiring middle-grade anthology follows the loosely interconnected lives of the multigenerational immigrant families that live at the Entrada apartment building. Published in partnership with We Need Diverse Books, this anthology features award-winning authors Tracey Baptiste, David Bowles, Adrianna Cuevas, Sayantani DasGupta, Debbi Michiko Florence, and more.

Rocky Road Jahn, Amalie

A hot pink boa that might be magic bonds four unlikely friends from summer camp and gives them the courage to face down challenges.

But it’s going to be a rocky road from the start of the school year back to Camp Happy Hollow in this sassy, diverse series debut.

Rebel Fire Lin, Ann Sei

Traveling through forests, seas and the ruins of an underground Crafter city, there is no shortage of enemies who wish to control Kurara in this second book of the Rebel Skies series. A bloody confrontation quickly leads to horrifying revelations about the true nature of shikigami and Kurara’s past.

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$18.99 7-10

Hardcover

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9780884489511 10/15/2024 Tilbury House Publishers

$17.95 7-10

Hardcover

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9788000072937 10/22/2024 Albatros Media

$17.99 8-12

Hardcover

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9780593648445 10/22/2024 Crown Books for Young Readers

$18.99 10-14

Hardcover

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9781645952565 09/03/2024 Pixel+Ink

$18.99 12-19 9781774884010 09/03/2024 Tundra Books

Hardcover

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ECOLOGY & ENVIRONMENT Owl Moon

Yolen, Jane / Schoenherr, John (Illustrator) The beloved classic, now available as a board book! Late one winter night, a little girl and her father go owling. Jane Yolen has created a gentle, poetic story that depicts the companionship of a young child and her father, as well as humankind’s close relationship to the natural world.

Birdsong

Gibbs Smith Publisher / Esteves, Margarida (Illustrator) Each bird has its own song, but when they all sing together, they make a beautiful chorus. Every page turn of this chunky board book reveals a new layer of Margarida Esteves’s bright, graphic depictions of a variety of bird species adding their own cheerful sounds start the day.

Little Wonders Ocean

Nestling, Rose / Abbo, Hannah (Illustrator) Help your baby or toddler discover and understand the ocean and the creatures that live in the water. Through easy facts and explanations designed specifically for young kids, this book will teach kids about the sand, shore, watery habitats, and animals that make up the ocean.

Wonder of the Woods Kelso, Bonnie

A young girl explores the wooded area near her home and encounters a variety of animals that are curious about their new visitor. Wonders abound as you explore nature in this lyrical picture book about curiosity and harmony, by author-illustrator Bonnie Kelso.

$14.99 2-5

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9780593692875 11/05/2024 Philomel Books

$16.99 2-5

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9781423667483 11/12/2024 Gibbs Smith Publisher

$9.99

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9798890192028 12/03/2024 Cottage Door Press

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9781956378214 10/15/2024 Little Press

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So Cold!

Coy, John / Park, Chris (Illustrator) Embrace the cold with this engaging children’s book about a father and son who practice science experiments using household objects outside on a snowy day! What happens when boiling water is flung into the air? Or when maple syrup is poured on clean snow?

Carried on the Wind

Mabry, Sheri / Jones, Kristina (Illustrator) This story takes readers around the world, from Alaska to Central America to Africa, and all the way back to where their journey began.

With facts about nature woven throughout, this poetic depiction of chaos theory—or the butterfly effect—illustrates how everyone and everything is, ultimately, connected.

The Class with Wings

Fleischman, Paul / Salyer, Hannah (Illustrator) In this expertly crafted story from Newbery Medal–winning author Paul Fleischman, a fourth-grade class takes the journey of a lifetime from the comfort of their own classroom as they follow the flightpath of a small (but mighty) bird—with full-color illustrations by Hannah Salyer.

Natura

Ferrada, María José / Alcántara, Mariana (Illustrator) / Maude, Kit (Translator)

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9781681342948 11/10/2024 Minnesota Historical Society Press

$18.99 3-8

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9780807573723 10/03/2024 Albert Whitman & Company

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9781949480436 10/08/2024 Cameron Kids

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In this inaugural bilingual title from Tapioca Stories, the reader is invited on a journey of discovery. Presented in both English and Spanish, the invisible waits to be revealed on each page—in the leaves, the trees, and the secrets of this metaphorical forest.

$17.95

The Urban Owls

Cooper, Christian / Adam, Kristen (Illustrator) Flaco captured the country’s imagination with his surprising flight toward freedom, but he’s not the first owl to experience the wonders of city life. National Geographic host Christian Cooper shares more about these incredible urban birds and the fame that found them.

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This illustrated nonfiction picture book explores the unique and sometimes bizarre ways that 15 different plants protect themselves from predators, including us. Just like people and animals, plants need to defend themselves. Plants can stab, poison, drown, and even suffocate their predators.

$21.95

Fjord

Wanggen, Willy An original and poetic invitation to read the signs offered by nature like a book. In a stunning fjord, Catmarin, a slender and graceful bird, gathers the other shorebirds to share his discovery: they all live in a vast open book.

Tiny Floating Coral

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Follow the life cycle of a tiny coral planula and learn the broader impact of coral reefs on the health of our oceans. Learn about the remarkable life of coral, how it feeds, starts a colony, and becomes a part of Australia’s Great Barrier Reef.

$25.00 5-8

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Plant Attack!

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Blindcat and Tadpole

Johansson, Lisa / Santillan, Bianka (Illustrator) This book tells the story of a tadpole who gets swept away from his riparian home during a flash flood. Tadpole is forced underground into a karst aquifer, arriving in a mysterious and magical new place.

Here, Tadpole makes a new friend: an iridescent fish with no eyes, the Mexican Blindcat.

Beyond Infinity

Drimmer, Stephanie Warren See farther into the universe than ever before and discover how NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope is unlocking the mysteries of space! In this book, you’ll find tons of beautiful photographs taken by the telescope, all with kid-friendly captions.

$18.00 5-8

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9781648432507 12/04/2024 Texas A&M University Press

$19.99

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Rescue at Seal Bay

Lewis, Gill / Avgustinovich, Irina (Illustrator) Tia must show visitors to Gull Haven Island how to respect the environment and protect the animals who live there. At the start of the summer, Tia is excited. But Tia’s feelings change when some selfish tourists upset a newborn seal pup and its mother.

Are You Stronger Than an Ant?

Morgan, Karen Koepcke / Roose, Nelke (Illustrator) Enjoy this immersive and informative guide to 11 animals and the fascinating things they can do. This book offers a wealth of fascinating facts about animals from around the globe. It includes detailed information presented in a concise and engaging format.

Rat

Rowe, Donna / Marshall, Rosie (Illustrator) Rat is the biggest treasure hunter in Seavale. Every day he wonders … why do humans throw out so much junk? While no one seems to notice the possibilities that are all about, clever Rat’s great creation might just show humans what’s really worth treasuring.

Are Whales and Dolphins Smarter Than Humans?

Jeffrey, Eliza / Bittencourt, Lays (Illustrator)

Whales and dolphins are incredible, as are the cetologists who study them. Dive into this wonderful underwater adventure to explore how clever these fascinating creatures are! You'll learn how whale poo is good news for us, what great troubleshooters dolphins can be … and so much more!

The Ice Children

Leonard, M. G. / Neville-Lee, Penny (Illustrator) M. G. Leonard’s story of a brave girl and her reindeer friend, who try to save her brother, is the perfect winter treat. The Ice Children is an exciting, modern, magical mystery adventure inspired by the classic fairy tale The Snow Queen.

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9781761400445 11/19/2024 Redback Publishing

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9781835691335 02/04/2025 Beetle Books

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Stavaric, Michael / Ganser, Michèle (Illustrator) / Latsch, Oliver (Translator) Dive beneath the waves and explore the amazing world of the jellyfish.

Filled with fascinating jellyfish facts, activities, and plenty of jokes, this second book in the Amazing Ocean series is just as mind-blowing, inspiring, and full of irreverent fun as the first.

A Kid’s Guide to the Night Sky

Read, John A. / Rasmussen, Ford (Constellation Art) Learn how to stargaze and discover the most amazing sights in the night sky—no telescope required! Readers learn step-by-step how to find the most fascinating sights in the night sky, how the sky changes with each season, when to look for meteor showers, and much more!

Do You Believe In Magic?

Krantz, Laura

In this book inspired by her popular Wild Thing podcast, journalist Laura Krantz incorporates the scientific method and her journalistic skills to determine if magic might be real. Do You Believe in Magic? takes readers through a world where magic and science collide.

Sylvia Doe and the 100-Year Flood Beatty, Robert

Embark on an unforgettable mystery-adventure starring a girl determined to save her friends and find a home. Sylvia Doe has lived at the Highground Home for Children nearly all her life. When a storm causes her remote mountain valley to flood, Sylvia encounters strange, wondrous things floating down the river.

Evolution

Spring, William This stunning book shows how a variety of creatures have evolved to look and behave the way they do. In this deeply informative and gorgeously illustrated compendium of some of the world’s most unique animals, celebrate the way all living things have adapted for survival in astonishing and beautiful ways.

$27.00

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Amazing Jellyfish

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9781368007580 10/08/2024 Disney-Hyperion

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9781536238358 10/15/2024 Big Picture Press

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Can We Live on Mars?

Sparrow, Giles / Ramón, El Primo (Illustrator) Take a thrilling journey to the Red Planet. Find out how to get there, where to settle, and how to survive. This book unravels the complicated science and logistics of this challenge. A unique visualthinking technique called mind mapping breaks down complex ideas into a clear flow of visual information.

Keystone Species

Perdew, Laura / Rauch, Micah (Illustrator) Readers are introduced to several different types of keystone species from around the world as they discover the crucial roles these animals play in their ecosystems. Meet the predators, herbivores, ecosystem engineers, mutualists, and foundational species that all play a keystone role in regulating an ecosystem.

Living Light Aitken, Stephen

This book examines the biology, habitat, and environmental threats facing bioluminescent species on land and in the water. Discover how and why bioluminescent creatures glow, and what that special ability can tell scientists about how diseases such as cancer and malaria spread in humans.

The Guardians of the North Maxwell, Antonia

A young girl navigates her new superpowers to save humanity in this post-melt Arctic adventure. Twelve-year-old Mani has lost her family and community. Armed only with ancestral wisdom and a wooden mask she was never meant to inherit so soon, she finds herself responsible for the fate of the world.

The Sahara

Webb, Christina / Muti (Illustrator) A captivating illustrated introduction to the largest hot desert in the world, the Sahara. Discover river crocodiles, scorpions and foxes, ancient pharaohs, nomadic tribes and camel caravans. With its scorching hot days and night-times that dip below freezing, the Sahara is a land of extremes, where only the tough survive.

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$22.95 8-12

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9781647411206 10/15/2024 Nomad Press

$24.95

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572.4358

9781459837294 10/15/2024 Orca Book Publishers

$14.95 8-12

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9781915584113 10/22/2024 Neem Tree Press

$20.99 8-12

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Hinman, Bonnie

Learn about Sir Edmund Hillary and Sherpa Tenzing Norgay as they made the first successful climb to the top of Mount Everest on May 29, 1953. You’ll also learn fun facts about the mountain and how others joined the race to the top of it.

Liam and the Giant Eels Malaspina, Ann

Giant eels have invaded the Jersey Shore town where 12-year-old Liam is spending the summer at Gramps’s cottage. Liam and his new friend Ceila set out to crack the mystery, but one wrong step could get them into a world of trouble.

$14.99

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9798890941220 12/10/2024 Curious Fox Books

$25.80 10-14

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Exploring Mount Everest

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9781978597532 12/16/2024 West 44 Books

FANTASY The Dragon Slayer Feeney, Tatyana

Girl meets dragon (with marshmallows?) in this funny, modern fairy tale. Freya lives in a castle, where she has everything a girl could want. She doesn’t understand why it’s always knights who get to be brave dragon slayers, so one morning she decides to go and slay one for herself.

The Ogre Who Wasn’t

Morpurgo, Michael / Gravett, Emily (Illustrator) Clara is a small, strong-willed princess who loves collecting creepycrawlies and making them her friends. When Clara discovers that an ogre she keeps in her shoe under her bed isn’t an ogre at all, he offers her a way out of her predicament.

$19.99 3-6

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9781525308895 10/01/2024 Kids Can Press

$18.99 3-6

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9781035010264 10/01/2024 Pan Macmillan

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Frostfire

Follow dragon-expert Miriam and curious Celeste on a magical winter’s day walk through their garden, where a snow dragon just might be hiding! Elly MacKay’s luminous artwork and sweet sibling story will cast a spell over readers of all ages in this playfully imaginative picture book.

Don’t Disturb the Dragon!

Findlay, Rhiannon / Roberts, Siân (Illustrator) Tiptoe over, under, round, and through the book, just ... don’t disturb the DRAGON! Oh no—the princess’s little brother has gone missing!

Now she’s on a quest in this immersive, interactive adventure with a wind-down-to-bedtime ending.

Bigfoot’s Big Heart

Marsh, Sarah Glenn / Lobo, Ishaa (Illustrator) It’s lonely being a monster. But having other mythical pen pals helps.

When Bigfoot loses the Valentine’s Day cards he so tenderly made for his friends around the world, a troop of scouts offers to help. But they will have to get creative to find every mythical creature in time!

The Talent Show!

Shaw, Natalie

Kelp is so excited to sing a song he wrote about his sister, Scallop, at the Juni Beach Talent Show. But it’s Scallop’s very special song, and she doesn’t know if she wants him to share it with everyone else!

$18.99 3-6

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9781464227462 12/03/2024 Sourcebooks Jabberwocky

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9780593352243 12/17/2024 Viking Books for Young Readers

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9781665965644 12/24/2024 Simon Spotlight

Griso

Mello, Roger / Hahn, Daniel (Translator) The last of his kind, Griso travels the world searching for unicorn companions. On each spread of this book, we see Griso rendered in a new artistic style, as the story introduces young readers toa span of artistic movements, from the seventh to 18th century.

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9781962770088 10/08/2024 Elsewhere Editions

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Drawn Onward

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In this enthralling and emotional palindrome picture book, a young boy grieving the loss of his mother embarks on a lushly fantastical adventure that illuminates what remains when our loved ones are gone. Gorgeously illustrated, Drawn Onward gently guides readers through the depths of grief.

$19.99

The Little Chefs

$18.99

Wells, Rosemary

3-8

For anyone who’s tried to whip up something special for someone they love, and stumbled—here is the book for you. This splendid volume of three stories follows a group of Little Chefs who are determined to clean up kitchen disasters.

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I like nonsense, it wakes up the brain cells.

Fantasy is a necessary ingredient in living.

— Dr. Seuss

Sis Boom Baa!

McGarr, Cappy / Dean, Chandler / DeOre, Bill (Illustrator) Princess Lil’ Cap and Sir Hud the Brave live a happy, peaceful life in a beautiful castle. But what happens when they’re betrayed by an old friend and banished from the kingdom? To get home, they’ll learn how to improvise, accept help from others, embrace bravery, and believe in themselves.

Robin’s Worlds

Oet, Rainie / Ball, Mathias (Illustrator) A nonbinary child is whisked off on a spellbinding adventure in this dazzling tale of friendship, community, and self-love. It’s Robin’s eighth birthday, and it seems like everyone has forgotten. Then the Cat-Headed Wanderer shows up and sweeps Robin away to a magical party in a fantastical treehouse.

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The Friendship Fairies Go to Paris The Friendship Fairies—sisters Emme, Holly and Jess—are off to Paris with their parents for a month. The girls are having a brilliant time exploring the city, until they have to track down their host family’s precious pet octopus, who someone seems to have let out accidentally.

Jax Freeman and the Phantom Shriek Mbalia, Kwame

At his new school, Jax is assigned to a special class for “summoners” ... and accidentally unleashes an angry spirit. When Jax learns that he isn’t the first Freeman to be blamed for a tragedy he didn’t create, he resolves to clear his own name and that of his great-grandfather.

The Last Dragon on Mars Reintgen, Scott

A boy living on Mars unexpectedly becomes a dragon rider in this first book in the sci-fi and fantasy mash-up The Dragonships series. Keep your eyes down and your feet moving, or this planet will rust you.

That’s what Lunar Jones tells the other kids at the relocation clinic.

Inkworld

Funke, Cornelia Five years after the events of Inkdeath, Meggie, Mo, and the people of Ombra lead peaceful lives, their fires warmed by the flames of Dustfinger—the Fire-Dancer. But when Dustfinger spots Orpheus’s glass man within the gates of Ombra, a familiar restlessness begins to haunt him once more.

The End of the Story De la Cruz, Melissa

Return to the land of Never After in this riveting series conclusion. If Sabine dies, so does all of Never After. Filomena, Jack, Alistair, Gretel, and the rest of the gang—along with some new pals like Captain Hook—set off for Pan’s Neverland to save the last fairy.

$19.95 3-8

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Kennedy, Lucy / Cullen, Phillip (Illustrator)

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9780717198542 12/31/2024 Gill Books

$17.99 8-12

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9781368064736 10/01/2024 Freedom Fire

$18.99 10-14

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9781665946513 10/01/2024 Aladdin

$19.99 10-14

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9781338758931 11/12/2024 Chicken House

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9781250866318 12/03/2024 Roaring Brook Press

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Bane of Asgard FA N TA S Y

Chima, Cinda Williams This highly anticipated sequel in the acclaimed Runestone Saga features more adventure, mystery, and plot twists than ever before.

Reunited in New Jotunheim, Reginn, Eiric, and Liv discover that they are game pieces being played on a hidden board. An apocalyptic battle could be just around the corner.

Spectacular

Garber, Stephanie / Fowinkle, Rosie (Illustrator) Welcome back to the mysteriously enchanting world of Caraval! Return to the legendary magic and whimsical wonder with this illustrated holiday novella. This delightful offering will take readers on the ultimate holiday adventure full of clockwork boys, poisoned candy, impish snow globes, merriment, and—if Tella gets her way—love.

$19.99 12-19

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9780063018730 10/22/2024 Balzer + Bray

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9781250893406 10/22/2024 Flatiron Books

MYSTERY A Midnight’s Tail

George, Robin / Scott, Britt (Illustrator) Sometimes everyday noises from a beloved family puppy turn into scary noises at midnight! Follow the fear-inducing “tail” of a little boy whose parents have left home for the ball. The story builds with the fear of what is to come … through the bedroom door!

Clovis Suspects a Sneak

Aronson, Katelyn / Williams, Benji (Illustrator) With winter in full swing, Clovis’s shop has never been cozier, and Clovis never calmer. In this ultra-cozy, festive follow-up to Clovis Keeps His Cool, Clovis the bull (“not bully”) learns to trust in friends and act generously as he solves the mystery of his china shop’s missing items.

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9781648230714 12/03/2024 Pow! Kids Books

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9781645678991 10/29/2024 Page Street Kids

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New! KYLE LUKOFF FROM NEWBERY – HONOR WINNING AUTHOR

A groundbreaking, action-packed, and ultimately uplifting adventure that intertwines elements of Jewish mythology with an unflinching examination of the impacts of transphobia.

“A novel that combines wondrous fantasy, searing real-world relevance, and a frank empathetic understanding of the adolescent experience . . .

The way Lukoff combines these elements

page-turning adventure is nothing short of magic!

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“A vital and immediate book that BELONGS IN THE HAND OF EVERY KID.”

“This [is] an important book, but above and beyond that, it’s just a good book and A STORY THAT PULLS YOU ALONG AS YOU ROOT FOR THE MAIN CHARACTER TO SAVE THE WORLD— IN THE BEST KIND OF PERCY JACKSON TYPE WAYS.”

—ANGIE MANFREDI, Librarian-Teacher at Los Alamos Middle School

—JILLIAN HEISE, Library Media Specialist and founder of #ClassroomBookADay

—KIRKUS REVIEWS, starred review

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Hedgehog Whodunit MYSTERY

Preusser, Heather / Weizman, Gal (Illustrator) Hitch the Hedgehog wants nothing more than to nap. But when his informant, Vinnie the Rat, reveals the City Zoo’s panda has gone missing, Hitch is (reluctantly) on the case. Heather Preusseur weaves witty and playful text in this chapter book series opener with blackand-white illustrations by illustrator Gal Weizman.

Mystery at the Biltmore

Nelson, Colleen / Collins, Peggy (Illustrator) The Biltmore in New York City is full of mysteries, and Elodie, a novice detective, plans to solve the case of the missing jewels. Left behind by her globe-trotting detective parents, Elodie decides to prove she’s worthy of joining them on a case by setting up her own detective agency.

The Case of the Missing Tadpole

Winkler, Henry / Oliver, Lin / Santat, Dan (Illustrator) When Tad the Tadpole goes missing, Detective Duck and her friends in the Pond Squad are on the case. What first seemed like a simple search and rescue mission gets more complicated when her friends find a pipe leaking a strange brown liquid and a cluster of peculiar blue-green plants.

Library Girl Horvath, Polly

After living in the public library for the last 11 years, Essie must learn to adapt to a world that’s not as perfect as the stories she’s grown up with. On a trip to the mall, Essie meets a mysterious boy who looks like her twin.

Message in a Bottle

Ahmed, Sufiya / Blyton, Enid / Moor, Becka (Illustrator) Introduce The Famous Five to younger readers. In this full-color, newly created adventure story, the children and Timmy find a special toy, hidden deep inside a cave. Set in the world of Enid Blyton’s series, this story follows Julian, Dick, Anne, George and Timmy the dog on an all-new adventure.

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9781524894009 10/08/2024 Andrews McMeel Publishing

$17.95 7-10

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9781772783278 10/08/2024 Pajama Press

$14.99 7-10

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9781419766817 10/15/2024 Amulet Books

$18.99 8-12

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9780823455676 09/10/2024 Margaret Ferguson Books

$9.99 8-12

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9781444967104 12/03/2024 Hachette Children’s

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Detective Trigger and the Ruby Collar In this first book of a new series, quick-witted Chihuahua private eye Trigger thinks his luck has changed when a classy dame hires him to find her priceless stolen collar. But what he digs up is a once-in-alifetime chance to take down the city’s wicked feline kingpin.

Fault Lines

Johnson, Janet Sumner A kidnapping, a clue hunt, lots of family tension, and a literary find for the ages weave together in the thrilling second book of the Winterton Deception. When Elizabeth Springer goes missing just before the Winterton’s big Thanksgiving celebration, Hope knows it’s time to come clean.

The Lies We Conjure Henning, Sarah

Knives Out meets The Inheritance Games with magic in this supernatural thriller featuring 13 witches, a locked-room murder, and two non-magical sisters trapped in a deadly whodunit. Ruby and Wren are working a summer job at the local Renaissance Fest when an eccentric old lady makes them a tantalizing offer.

If We Tell You Dahlin, Nicola

Cameron and Lewis Larsen are identical twins living normal, suburban lives … until their mom and dad kill two uninvited guests at a neighborhood barbecue and then disappear. With no idea who’s after them, or why, the twins race to discover the truth about their parents.

Sixteen Minutes Reilly, K. J.

When a new girl arrives in town, seemingly from the future, three teens’ lives are turned upside down in this speculative YA novel.

Seventeen-year-old Nell is stunned when Charlotte, supposedly from the future, insists that Nell’s boyfriend jump to the future with Charlotte.

$14.95 8-12

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Mr. Brogath / Owens, M.A. / Ontaba (Illustrator)

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$18.99 10-14

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9781645952053 11/12/2024 Pixel+Ink

$19.99 12-19

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9781250841063 09/17/2024 Tor Teen

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9781525311475 10/01/2024 Kids Can Press

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9780593620052 10/15/2024 Nancy Paulsen Books

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The Debutantes MYSTERY

Worley, Olivia

This twisty thriller is set in the glittering, dark world of Mardi Gras in New Orleans, where secrets—and bodies—never stay buried. When this year’s queen goes missing, three of her Royal Court maids seek the dark truth beneath the debutante world’s glamorous surface.

Crossing the Line Fisher, Tia

Erik’s life has been falling apart ever since his dad died. Erik is quickly sucked into a terrifying new world of drug dealing, trap houses, and violence. Written in stunning verse, this is a poignant story about seeking safety and asking for help in times of crisis.

Heart-Shaped Lies Agyemang, Elizabeth

Kiara, Priscilla, and Nevaeh just learned that they’re all dating Tommy Harding, the internet’s most famous teen prank star. When a post from Tommy’s social media account exposes his cheating ways during their class trip to a Florida theme park, the girls vow to permanently remove Tommy from their lives.

The Hysterical Girls of St. Bernadette’s Alkaf, Hanna

When a student begins to scream in the middle of class, a chain reaction quickly impacts the entire all-girls school. By the end of the day, 17 girls are affected—along with St. Bernadette’s reputation.

Classmates Khadijah and Rachel dig for the truth, while a specter lurks in the darkness.

When Mimi Went Missing Sukumar, Suja

Shy, bullied Tanvi has always thought of her cousin Mimi as her sister.

Then Mimi fell under the spell of Tanvi’s bully, Beth. Tanvi decides to capture an incriminating photo of Mimi and Beth. When Tanvi wakes up the next day, Mimi is gone.

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9781250881441 10/29/2024 Wednesday Books

$13.99 12-19

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9781471413049 11/05/2024 Hot Key Books

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9780593484494 11/26/2024 Delacorte Press

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9781534494589 09/24/2024 Salaam Reads

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POETRY Showing I Love You

Mother Moon / Giles, Leah (Illustrator) Celebrate all the ways we show love! Do you show love with hugs, high-fives, or kisses? How about by sharing food, singing songs, or giving space? This book illustrates multiple love languages with joyful babies and irresistible rhymes.

The World to Come

Macfarlane, Robert / Flynn, Johnny / Sutton, Emily (Illustrator) Take a lyrical journey with a father and son, who walk together through an ever-changing landscape and discover a world to come that’s filled with hope. This beautiful book sings with a love of words and rhythm, and vividly conjures the magic of nature.

Goodnight, Starry Night

Coelho, Joseph / Colpoys, Allison (Illustrator) Snuggle up and ease your child off to sleep reading these lullaby-like poems. Written by award-winning performance poet Joseph Coelho, Goodnight, Starry Night is a collection of 14 poems that takes readers on a gentle journey into dreamland. Each poem is inspired by a calming work of art.

Water Songs

Ross, Mandy / Rudd, Sam (Illustrator) Our relationship with water is celebrated here in its many forms. With a strong environmental message, this true cascade of poems will fascinate and inspire young readers. Enjoy Mandy Ross’s collection of water’s haunting and lyrical songs, beautifully illustrated by Sam Rudd.

$8.99 2-5

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9781499816297 11/05/2024 Little Bee Books

$18.99 2-5

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9781917044257 11/05/2024 Magic Cat

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9780500653333 10/29/2024 Thames & Hudson Ltd

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How to Say I Love You POETRY

Mr. Boddington’s Studio

It’s time to celebrate Valentine’s Day and all things love with this gorgeous picture book. Mr. Bossington’s signature art style brings to life a collection of poems focused on love. The poems include wellknown works and lesser-known gems.

Together

Damluji, Mona / Nagara, Innosanto (Illustrator) This is a breathtakingly simple poem of universal experience, revealing the transformative power of collective action. Witness a stunningly tender visual feast that juxtaposes individual action with the power of people acting together. Each of the 10 free-verse couplets in the poem is spread across four pages of imagery.

Wind Is a Dance

Shumaker, Debra Kempf / Bisaillon, Josée (Illustrator) Author Debra Kempf Shumaker uses figurative language and metaphors to capture the imagination of readers as they learn about wind. The breezy illustrations by award-winning, bestselling artist Josée Bisaillon help readers feel the movement of the air. This is a perfect STEAM pick for lessons on daily and seasonal weather.

How to Sing a Song

Alexander, Kwame / Preston, Randy / Sweet, Melissa (Illustrator) This book celebrates the magic of listening to the song that echoes inside you and letting your music ring out. Surrounded by nature’s chorus and guided by words that vibrate like thunder, let the groove lead you on, until you can’t help but sing out from your soul!

A Tree Is a Community

Harrison, David L. / Cosgrove, Kate (Illustrator) A tree is more than just a plant, but a whole ecosystem hiding in plain sight, on street corners and in backyards everywhere. Discover how one tree provides shelter, food, and clean air to a host of animals and insects.

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

$17.99 3-6

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811.2

9780593226582 12/10/2024 Penguin Workshop

$19.95 3-6

Hardcover

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9781644212691 04/22/2025 Triangle Square

$19.99

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3-8

551.518

9781525308758 10/01/2024 Kids Can Press

$19.99 3-8

Hardcover

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9780063060937 10/01/2024 Quill Tree Books

$18.99

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3-8

582.16

9780823455584 10/08/2024 Holiday House

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Ode to Underwear

Let the rump-us begin! With its cheeky pictures and riotous rhymes, Ode to Underwear gets behind that most overlooked, underappreciated wardrobe essential—underwear! In brief: Be prepared to laugh your butt off.

Between You and Me

Sanders, Rob / Figueroa, Raissa (Illustrator) When a new kid moves to town, a beautiful friendship filled with wonder and imagination blooms. From their backyard, to the rolling hills of their neighborhood, to the dreamscape of their imaginations, two young kids discover what it’s like to connect with a true friend in real life and make-believe.

The Home We Make

Khwaja, Maham / Faidhi, Daby Zainab (Illustrator) Told from the perspective of a young refugee girl, debut children’s book author Maham Khwaja tells the story of a family forced to flee their home. Emotive illustrations balance the family’s love for one another and hope for the future with the harrowing journey to resettle in a safe place.

Grandma is Overly Generous Smith, Alex T.

In this retelling of The Twelve Days of Christmas, Grandma’s presents may start off sensible—a partridge is easy enough to take care of— but her generosity soon gets wildly out of hand. Laugh out loud with this witty new take on the festive classic.

Wildflower Emily Corry, Lydia

Meet Emily the person, not just Emily the poet. Follow along as we delve into Emily Dickinson’s childhood as a young girl desperate to go out exploring. This is Emily Dickinson as you’ve never seen her before, embarking on an unforgettable journey with her trusty four-legged companion, Carlo.

$18.99 3-8

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POETRY

Becker, Helaine / Burch, Abigail (Illustrator)

9781638191940 11/05/2024 Bushel & Peck Books

$19.99 3-8

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9780063239593 12/31/2024 Clarion Books

$21.95 5-8

Hardcover

811.6

9781620149577 10/08/2024 Lee & Low Books

$12.99 5-8

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9781035051984 10/15/2024 Pan Macmillan

$22.99 7-10

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9781250868213 10/15/2024 Godwin Books

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The Mistakes That Made Us POETRY

Latham, Irene / Waters, Charles / López, Mercè (Illustrator) This poetry anthology explores making mistakes and learning from them. Twenty poets including Linda Sue Park, Margarita Engle, and Allan Wolf—share real-life mistakes they made as young people ... and what happened next. This is a book for all who are growing, discovering, and still figuring out who they are.

Onyx & Beyond McBride, Amber

Aspiring astronaut Onyx lives with his mother, who is showing signs of early-onset dementia. As he’s trying to keep his life together, the Civil Rights Movement is accelerating. Is there anywhere that’s safe for a young Black boy?

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

$18.99

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8-12

811.608

9781728492100 10/01/2024 Carolrhoda Books

$17.99 8-12

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9781250908780 10/01/2024 Feiwel and Friends

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A Lot of Silly

World-renowned Joy Cowley brings her silly side to this collection of old and new rhymes and nonsense. In this book full of absurd poems and very short, silly stories, a man takes his tadpoles for a walk in his hat … and a cat is surprised by its talking feet.

Lifeboat 5 Hood, Susan

In the wake of Lifeboat 12 comes a World War II novel-in-verse about two very real girls who clung together for dear life when their evacuee ship was torpedoed, their lifeboat capsized, and they spent 19 hours awaiting rescue in the Atlantic Ocean.

$21.99

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8-12

821.914

9781776575978 10/01/2024 Gecko Press

$17.99 8-12

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9781665943246 10/08/2024 Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers

The aim of art is almost divine: to bring to life again if it is writing history, to create if it is writing poetry.

“”

— Victor Hugo

Unsinkable Cayenne Vitalis, Jessica

When her unconventional parents finally agree to settle down in one place, 12-year-old Cayenne’s dreams come true—but the reality of fitting in is much harder than she imagined. Acclaimed author Jessica Vitalis crafts an unforgettable historical novel-in-verse about belonging, family, and social class.

Black Girl Power Johnson, Leah (Edtior)

From 15 legendary Black women authors comes a dazzling collection of stories and poems about the power we find in the everyday and the beauty of Black girlhood. Contributors include Amerie, Kalynn Bayron, Roseanne A. Brown, Elise Bryant, Dhonielle Clayton, Natasha Diaz, and others.

POETRY

Cowley, Joy / Barrow, David (Illustrator)

$19.99 8-12

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9780063314450 10/29/2024 Greenwillow Books

$18.99 8-12

Hardcover

F

9781368098960 11/12/2024 Freedom Fire

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The Other Side of Tomorrow POETRY

Cho,Tina / Lee, Deb JJ (Illustrator)

This graphic novel in verse follows Yunho and Myunghee as they flee North Korea and face many dangers—poisonous jungle snakes, corrupt soldiers, and the daily fear of being found out and sent back— in order to reach for a brighter future.

The Art of Poetry Stickney, Laura

The Art of Poetry explores the many styles, people, and events that make up the world of poetry. Easy-to-read text, vivid images, and helpful back matter give readers a clear look at this subject. Features include a table of contents, infographics, a glossary, additional resources, and an index.

Deer Run Home LeZotte, Ann Clare

Effie is deaf, and no one in her family speaks her language: sign language. This tender story about the impact of abuse and the power of love explores how it feels to be an outsider in your own family—and to discover a new understanding and appreciation of yourself.

Light Enough to Float Seal, Lauren

Deeply moving and authentic, this debut novel in verse follows teenage Evie through her eating disorder treatment and recovery. As the winter of her treatment goes on, Evie gradually begins to face her fears with the help of caregivers and of peers who are fighting their own disordered-eating battles.

When the Mapou Sings Pinede, Nadine

Infused with magical realism, this story blends first love and political intrigue with a quest for justice and self-determination in 1930s Haiti. Sixteen-year-old Lucille hopes to one day open a school, alongside her best friend, where girls just like them can learn what it means to be Haitian.

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

$24.99

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8-12

741.5973

9780063011083 11/12/2024 HarperAlley

$35.64 8-12

Library Reinforced

700.1

9781098295806 12/15/2024 Abdo Kids

$18.99 10-14

Hardcover

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9781339021904 10/01/2024 Scholastic Press

$19.99 12-19

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F

9780593700143 10/08/2024 Rocky Pond Books

$19.99 12-19

Hardcover

F

9781536235661 12/03/2024 Candlewick Press

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RELIGION Robot Shabbat

Gehl, Laura / Williams, Dave (Illustrator) In preparation for the weekly Sabbath dinner and celebration, a young girl builds a robot from household junk. The girl and robot become quick friends, vrooming around the space colony, baking challah, making matzah ball soup, and getting ready to celebrate with family.

On Your Baptism Day

Forester, J. D. / Gore, Christine (illustrator) This sweet board book is the perfect way to celebrate a little one’s baptism day. Following a newborn baby, from their first steps to their baptism, rhyming text and adorable art combine for a delightful readaloud that little ones will love as they embark on their journeys of faith.

Excited for Eid

Abbas, Marzieh / Syed, Anoosha (Illustrator) Eid Mubarak! Join a joyful and sweet celebration of Eid in this irresistible, inclusive board book highlighting the traditions of the end of the Islamic holy month, Ramadan. Join the celebration as an adorable kiddo experiences the Muslim festival of Eid with their family.

The Hard to Swallow Tale of Jonah and the Whale Denham, Joyce / Hall, Amanda (Illustrator)

This wonderful retelling of a beloved Bible story is full of content that children love: a dangerous mission, a man on the run, danger at sea, an incredible whale rescue, and a grand finale about forgiveness.

Amanda Hall and Joyce Denham give this classic Bible story their own special twist.

$18.95 2-5

Hardcover

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9781681156491 11/12/2024 Apples & Honey Press

$6.99

Hardcover

2-5

234.1612

9780593750520 11/12/2024 Grosset & Dunlap

$9.99 2-5

Hardcover

E

9781499816259 12/31/2024 Little Bee Books

$14.99

Hardcover

3-6

224.9209

9781915748195 10/15/2024 Lion Cub Books

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The Barnyard Sang in the Merriest Way

RELIGION

Hawthorne, Lin / Ketsviil, Alena (Illustrator)

Discover the magic of Christmas on a cozy Louisiana farm! Join the Tanner family as they gather to celebrate the birth of Jesus in their charming Evergreen farmstead. But when Jack Frost nips at their noses, will their festive plans be put on ice?

The Chinese New Year Helper

Compestine, Ying Chang / Hsu, Ginnie (Illustrator) A young girl finds an exciting role for herself at the Chinese New Year celebration in her family’s restaurant. When Jia is scolded for getting too close to the lion dance, a dancer swoops her up and into the costume, and suddenly she’s a crucial part of the performance.

“”

3-6

Hardcover

E

9781960492197 11/06/2024 Three Plus One Publishing

$18.99 3-6

Hardcover

E

9780593534014 12/17/2024 Rocky Pond Books

Though we cannot think alike, may we not love alike?

—John Wesley

One Chosen Night

Jenkins, Amanda / Jenkins, Dallas / Hendricks, Kristen (Illustrator) This delightful board book retells the Christmas story, through simple rhymes and colorful images, from the perspective of the lowly shepherds, emphasizing God’s love for everyone. This sweet story is a simplified version of The Chosen Presents: The Shepherd, based on the pilot episode of the groundbreaking TV show.

Left Out

Atogwe, Jill / Piwowarski, Marcin (Illustrator) First-time author Jill Atogwe compels kids to believe that God uses what we see as our weaknesses to make us strong. By leaving some things out, we can learn to trust Him instead of ourselves. After all, God sets boundaries for his children in pleasant places (Psalm 16:5–8).

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

$17.95

$8.99 3-8

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E

9780830787388 10/01/2024 David C. Cook

$17.99

Hardcover

3-8

248.864

9781430088509 10/08/2024 B&H Kids

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Meyer, Thomas / Goossens, Philippe (Illustrator) / Yarbrough, Marshall (Translator) Alex the Christmas tree is teased because he is the smallest fir tree in the tree nursery. Then Selma, the smallest rabbit of all, discovers him. The rabbit family takes Alex home, and they all celebrate and sing together—even Alex, the littlest Christmas tree with the biggest holiday spirit!

Winter Solstice Wish

Fox, Kate Allen / Paganelli, Elisa (Illustrator) On the shortest day of the year, people savor the light. As night falls, a community gathers on a beach and builds a bonfire of hope. Winter Solstice Wish is an ode to the winter solstice, human connectedness, and the hope of renewal.

Amy Wu and the Lantern Festival Zhang, Kat / Chua, Charlene (Illustrator)

Amy Wu celebrates Chinese New Year in this sweet and brightly illustrated fifth installment in the Amy Wu picture book series. Lunar New Year is Amy’s favorite holiday! Her family celebrates for two whole weeks. But when Amy accidentally crushes their family lantern, is her favorite tradition ruined for good?

Pope Francis

Slade, Suzanne / Cornelison, Sue (Illustrator) Dream big with a Little Golden Book biography about Pope Francis!

This is the perfect introduction to nonfiction for young readers—as well as fans of all ages. Learn all about the head of the Roman Catholic Church and the first Pope from South America in this inspiring read-aloud.

The Year of the Snake

Chin, Oliver / Wood, Jennifer (Illustrator) 2025 is The Year of the Snake. This revised edition features a new bilingual translation in simplified Chinese. Suzie is a young serpent who seeks high-flying adventure. The girl Lily quickly befriends Suzie, who aims to shed others’ negative perceptions of snakes. Can Suzie prove her versatility?

$19.95 3-8

Hardcover

RELIGION

The Little Christmas Tree

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9780735845411 10/08/2024 NorthSouth Books

$18.99 3-8

Hardcover

E

9781506492858 10/15/2024 Beaming Books

$18.99 3-8

Hardcover

E

9781665943109 10/15/2024 Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers

$5.99 3-8

Hardcover

B

9780593708323 11/05/2024 Golden Books

$15.95 3-8

Hardcover

E

9781597021661 11/26/2024 Immedium

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RELIGION

Andy Johnson and the March for Justice McCaulley, Esau / Boateng, Emmanuel (Illustrator)

This sweet and inspiring picture book weaves together history and faith to help families talk about how everyone—including children— can be a voice for justice. Join Andy and the rest of the Johnson kids as they fight for a world that reflects God’s love and compassion.

The Story of Christmas

Bamfield, Katharine / Tarrant, Margaret (Illustrator) Closely following the Bible, The Story of Christmas retells the story of Jesus’ birth, taking us through the annunciation and birth to the visits of the shepherds, the wise men, the flight into Egypt, and Jesus’ early childhood. Margaret Tarrant’s classic artworks are a wonderful accompaniment to this timeless story.

Christmas

Whipple, Annette / Randall, Emma (Illustrator) This celebratory, inclusive, and educational book explores Christmas for children who celebrate and children who want to understand and appreciate their peers who do. Discover the true meaning of Christmas and learn how children all around the world celebrate the festive period.

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

$13.99

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3-8

E

9780593580646 12/17/2024 Convergent Books

$14.99

Hardcover

5-8

232.92

9781398839717 10/01/2024 Arcturus Publishing Limited

$14.99

Hardcover

5-8

394.2663

9780711290006 10/01/2024 Words & Pictures

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Jerath, Harshita / Ladi, Geeta (Illustrator) Join a young girl and her dog as they joyfully prepare to celebrate Diwali, the Hindu festival of lights! Raina is excited to celebrate Diwali.

Along with her family and her best friend, Lion (a little dog with a big sweet tooth!), Raina helps prepare for the celebration.

A Bright Light in Buenos Aires

Nader, Santiago / Wegman, Paula (Illustrator) Dani is just a regular kid living in Buenos Aires—except for the giant light that follows him everywhere he goes. On Dani’s birthday, he is more nervous than excited. Will his classmates come to his party, or will the light that follows Dani just annoy them?

Pakistani Wedding

Ali, Marzieh A. / Lee-Mackie, Maxine (Illustrator) Ammi’s sister is getting married in Pakistan. Nadia and Nadir are excited for the event. From sleepovers and matching outfits for the kids, to wedding customs like hiding the groom’s shoes, their first time experiencing a colorful Pakistani wedding is going to be a memorable one.

Fifty New Testament Stories for Storytellers James, Rob / Ruston, Amanda (Illustrator)

From the Annunciation to the Resurrection appearances to Paul’s travels, this book introduces children to the key events of the New Testament. Designed for new and experienced storytellers, each twopage narrative is built for dramatic verbal delivery. Ideas for enhancing the story are offered at the end of each narrative.

Amos and God’s Roaring Voice

Brown, John / Wright, Brian / Flanagan, Lisa (Illustrator) This storybook retelling of the book of Amos introduces readers to the minor prophet. In a land filled with good things, there lived a shepherd named Amos. God called him to tell His people that He had seen the bad things they were doing—and the suffering they caused.

$14.99 5-8

Library Reinforced

E

9780593706763 10/08/2024 Random House Books for Young Readers

$19.99 5-8

RELIGION

A Sweet Diwali

Hardcover

E

9798986396583 10/15/2024 Kalaniot Books

$34.22 5-8

Library Reinforced

E

9798384921035 12/15/2024 Calico Kid

$19.95

Hardcover

5-8

220.9505

9781640657403 12/17/2024 Morehouse Publishing

$10.99 7-10

Hardcover

224.8

9781527111660 11/12/2024 CF4Kids

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RELIGION

The Easter Lamb

Greco, John / James, Sian (Illustrator) The traditional Easter story takes on new significance as Jesus’s death and resurrection are explored through the events of Passover.

Young readers will see how God has always cared for His children, and that He had a plan for our salvation from the start.

The JStu Survival Guide

Stuart, Justin / Scites, Andrew / Cooley, Joshua / Wacksman, Steve (Illustrator) Are you ready for the ultimate challenge to build up your faith? Join best friends Justin and Andrew from the hit YouTube channel JStu for this daring 100-day devotional that will test your limits, call for courage, and level up your adventure with Jesus.

The Forbidden Book Lamb, Sacha

Set against a backdrop of literary censorship and growing Jewish political consciousness, Sacha Lamb’s sophomore novel is a soaring exploration of identity, survival, and ultimately, hope. On the night before her wedding, 17-year-old Sorel leaps from a window and runs away from her life.

The Judgment of Yoyo Gold Blum, Isaac

Discover a smart and powerful story set in the Orthodox Jewish community. Yoyo Gold has always played the role of the perfect Jewish daughter. But when she sees her best friend cast out of the community over a seemingly innocent transgression, Yoyo’s eyes are opened.

Visitations Egbert, Corey

Inspired by true events, this haunting yet hopeful graphic novel weaves together family dynamics, mental illness, and religion. Corey’s mom has always made him feel safe. But her increasingly wild accusations turn dangerous. Soon, she whisks Corey and his sister away from their home and into the boiling Nevada desert.

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

$18.99

Hardcover

7-10

263.97

9780310152156 12/17/2024 Zonderkidz

$18.99

Hardcover

10-14

234.23

9781400250431 11/12/2024 Tommy Nelson

$19.99 12-19

Hardcover

F

9781646144563 10/01/2024 Levine Querido

$19.99 12-19

Hardcover

F

9780593525852 10/15/2024 Philomel Books

$25.99

Hardcover

12-19

291.38

9780374308421 12/17/2024 Farrar Straus & Giroux

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SPORTS The Wolfpack Way

Wambach, Abby / Rahmalia, Debby (Illustrator) Bestselling author, two-time U.S. Soccer Olympic gold medalist, and FIFA World Cup champion Abby Wambach shares a joyful readaloud—based on her #1 New York Times bestseller Wolfpack—that will encourage kids to be their true selves, dream big, and work together as a Pack to change the world.

My EPIC Dad! Goes Extreme Vee, Dani / Verola, Marina (Illustrator)

WARNING: This time dad has taken things to the next level! If you thought dad had a tough time camping and fishing, wait until you see him try EXTREME SPORTS! From parkour to motorized scooters and skateboarding, this ever-optimistic dad makes sure every day is EPIC!

How to Make a Ninja Laugh Cate, Chris

Most ninjas are so sneaky they’re practically invisible. But what if you could make them laugh out loud? Get ready to giggle with this book of hilarious, ninja-themed jokes for kids. It’s full of awesome, action-y illustrations, silly ninja puns, and easy-to-read words that make it a blast.

Rosie’s Wild Ride

Murray, Paige / Humphrey, Kristen (Illustrator) In this inspiring debut picture book from Paige Murray, wife of ninetime World Champion Cowboy Ty Murray, meet Rosie—the big horse with even bigger dreams! Rosie and her cowgirl friend, Oakley, want to be rodeo stars, but what happens when the competition doesn’t quite go as planned?

$19.99 3-6

Hardcover

E

9781250766854 10/08/2024 Roaring Brook Press

$17.99 3-6

Hardcover

E

9781922503930 11/12/2024 Larrikin House

$11.99

Hardcover

3-8

818.602

9798886082708 10/01/2024 Callisto Kids

$18.99 3-8

Hardcover

E

9780310161585 10/08/2024 Zonderkidz

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The Kelce Brothers

What’s it like playing against your brother in the Super Bowl? Only Travis and Jason Kelce can answer that question! Read all about what these NFL superstar brothers enjoy doing—on and off the football field—in this inspiring Little Golden Book Biography.

More Fun Together!

Pirrone, Francesca

Piggy and Rabbit go fly a kite every day. Amidst the excitement of a potential kite race, Piggy and Rabbit must remind their friends of the true spirit of play—one of togetherness rather than competition. This story captures the essence of camaraderie and the joy of shared experiences.

Lugs Branigan

Harte, Aidan / Armstrong, Sheila Get to know Lugs Branigan. A Dublin legend, he was a bullied kid who grew up to be a heavyweight boxing champion and Ireland’s most celebrated lawman. Fondly remembered as a guardian of the city, Lugs was a larger-than-life hero whose story provides a glimpse into a bygone era.

Billie and Bean in the Mountains Hansson, Julia / Woodstein, B. J. (Translator)

A child finds her own way to enjoy the ski hill with the help of her energetic dog. Celebrating the supportive relationship between a child and her dog, this story reminds us that, with resilience and courage, we can find our own way through something new and scary.

My First Book of Basketball Sports Illustrated Kids

This board book introduces young kids to the game of basketball with a visual retelling of a professional basketball game—from the jump ball to the game-winning basket! Dribbling, passing, traveling, shooting, dunks, and more are explained using a fun mix of action photography, simple text, and awesome graphics.

$5.99 3-8

Hardcover

920

SPORTS

Jordan, Apple / Pamintuan, Macky (Illustrator)

9780593904282 10/15/2024 Golden Books

$14.95 3-8

Hardcover

E

9798890631008 11/26/2024 Clavis Publishing

$22.95 3-8

Hardcover

B

9780717189922 12/05/2024 Gill Books

$21.95 5-8

Hardcover

E

9781459841147 10/15/2024 Orca Book Publishers

$9.99

Hardcover

5-8

796.323

9781637276884 10/15/2024 Sports Illustrated

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Sign Language & Sports SPORTS

Davis, Bela

This book introduces young readers to American Sign Language words for sports. Each page has a simple sentence featuring a shape. The opposite page has a bright, fun image as well as an original illustration of the sign and simple, step-by-step directions.

Lawn Games Abdo, Kenny

This title focuses on the history of lawn games and their impact on the entertainment world, while examining their origins, tracking their evolution, and considering where they will go for future gamers.

This hi-lo title is complete with exciting photographs, simple text, a glossary, and an index.

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

$32.79 5-8

Library Reinforced

419.7083

9798384902805 12/15/2024 Abdo Kids

$34.22 7-10

Library Reinforced

796.54

9781098287399 12/15/2024 Fly!

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The Arctic Challenge

Joe has trouble remembering directions and following instructions, but when he finds himself in the Arctic tundra with Bear Grylls, he’ll need to figure out where they’re going in order to survive. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.

Stokes

Chapman, Ty / Coy, John / Ollivierre, Lonnie (Illustrator) Readers meet the NBA’s first Black superstar, Maurice Stokes. In a 1958 game, Stokes went down hard—but went back into the game, as there was no concussion protocol. A few days later, he fell into a coma and woke up unable to move his body from the neck down.

Confidence Comeback

Dyball, Rennie / Klemm, Piper / Okecki, Dolores (Illustrator) Mac Bennett is carving her path in the medium pony hunter division.

Can Mac defy expectations and achieve her goal? Will Tally continue riding sales ponies, or will she return to lessons on the barn’s school horses? The anticipation is palpable as Tally and Mac grapple with uncertainty.

Thea and the Mischief Makers Badua, Tracy

Star athlete Thea must face her worst fears when two mischievous duwendes, Filipino goblins, threaten to wreak havoc on her life—and destroy her town. Thea must team up with friends new and old to fend off the duwende, but can she pull it off while saving her cool-girl image?

At the Top of the World

Jacobs, Robin / Brown, Ed J. (Illustrator) This gorgeous compendium explores eight of the world’s greatest mountains across all its continents: Everest, Matterhorn, Chimborazo, Fuji, Kilimanjaro, Denali, Puncak Jaya, and Vinson Massif. Discover the fascinating stories of the mountains’ formation, their unique ecosystems, the mythologies of their local populations, and the legendary tales of their conquest.

$35.64 7-10

Library Reinforced

F

SPORTS

Grylls, Bear / McCann, Emma (Illustrator)

9781098255619 12/15/2024 Spotlight

$19.99 8-12

Library Reinforced

B

9781728492490 10/01/2024 Millbrook Press Inc

$22.99 8-12

Hardcover

F

9781524894023 10/08/2024 Andrews McMeel Publishing

$18.99 8-12

Hardcover

F

9780063346994 10/15/2024 Clarion Books

$22.99

Hardcover

8-12

796.522

9781800660472 10/22/2024 Cicada Books

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Stars of the NBA

$15.95

SPORTS

Kjartansson, Kjartan Atli

8-12

Read all about today’s greatest basketball players in this exciting book full of action-packed photos. This second edition has been revised and updated. It profiles 28 of today’s top NBA players, from legends like Steph Curry and Nikola Jokic to rookie standouts like Victor Wembanyama and Chet Holmgren.

Take It from the Top

Abbeville Kids

Hardcover

F

9780063321731 11/19/2024 Quill Tree Books

Win as if you were used to it, lose as if you enjoyed it for a change.

“”

—Ralph Waldo Emerson

The World Soccer Encyclopedia Flynn, Brendan

The World Soccer Encyclopedia introduces readers to a variety of top soccer players, popular soccer leagues, and notable tournaments. In addition, the book offers an in-depth introduction covering the history of world soccer. Features include a glossary, additional resources, and an index.

Caitlin Clark Hanlon, Luke

Meet Caitlin Clark. Caitlin’s basketball skills first started gaining attention when she was in high school. In 2020, she began her career with the Iowa Hawkeyes. She broke records and led her team to many victories before joining the WNBA in 2024.

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11/12/2024

8-12

Set at a camp over the course of six summers, this contemporary realistic novel follows the friendship—and falling out—of two girls from different backgrounds. The story is told in a series of alternating chapters that dip back to past summers.

920

9780789214973

$18.99

Swinarski, Claire

Hardcover

$52.79 8-12

Library Reinforced

796.334

9781098296124 12/15/2024 Abdo Publishing

$37.07 8-12

Library Reinforced

B

9781098295684 12/15/2024 Core Library

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Basketball Video Games Today, basketball fans can fire up their consoles and instantly play as their favorite players. Basketball Video Games explores the history of basketball games, from their humble beginnings to the lifelike representations of the sport gamers enjoy on their consoles today.

Songs for the Offseason Wolf, Ryan

Dustin can’t wait to take a special trip to Japan with his high school baseball team. His plans are quickly dashed by the sudden death of his similarly athletic cousin. While attending the funeral, Dustin meets Andrea. Together, they learn to embrace the weird ways in which people cope.

$34.22 8-12

Library Reinforced

796.323

9781098295554 12/15/2024

SPORTS

Hanlon, Luke

SportsZone

$25.80 14-19

Hardcover

F

9781978597440 12/16/2024 West 44 Books

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WOMEN IN HISTORY Ellie

Goldstein, Ellie / Kanavaliuk, Anastasiya (Illustrator) This inspiring story of Ellie Goldstein’s life, from childhood to famous fashion model, encourages children to be excited by what they can do and delight in who they are made to be. When Ellie Goldstein was born with Down’s Syndrome, doctors claimed she could do nothing. Today, she’s a supermodel.

Yvonne Clark and Her Engineering Spark Wells, Allen R. / Hodge, DeAndra (Illustrator)

An inspiring picture book biography about a curious, tinkering girl who grew up to become one of the first Black female engineers for NASA. Most people think that superheroes fly like birds, leap tall buildings, and walk through walls, but Yvonne Clark’s superpower was fixing things.

Kamala Raised Her Hand

Mirchandani, Raakhee / Kelkar, Supriya (Illustrator) This picture book celebration of United States Vice President Kamala Harris—the first female, Black, and South Asian American person to be vice president of the U.S.—follows her from her childhood to her historic run for president.

Martha Stewart

Katschke, Judy / Secker, Janie (Illustrator) Dream big with a Little Golden Book biography about Martha Stewart—the expert on all things related to cooking, crafting, gardening, and cleaning. This is an inspiring read-aloud for young children, as well as their parents and grandparents.

$17.99 3-6

Hardcover

B

9781915749239 11/19/2024 Starshine Books

$19.99 3-6

Hardcover

B

9780374391355 01/07/2025 Farrar Straus & Giroux

$14.99 3-8

Hardcover

B

9780316587730 10/29/2024 Little, Brown Books for Young Readers

$5.99 3-8

Hardcover

B

9780593710241 11/05/2024 Golden Books

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The Story of Betty White

Minton, Tam Warner / Law, Pearl (Illustrator) Discover the life of Betty White. Before she became a TV star, she was a little girl who loved animals and nature. This chapter book biography tells the story of how Betty went from being a kid growing up in Illinois to a famous actress, comedian, animal advocate, and author.

Taylor Swift: Superstar!

Corey, Shana / Quinn, Chloe (Illustrator) Is your child a Swiftie in their "wanting to know more" Era? This biography is the perfect fit! Follow the story of Taylor's life—from her childhood growing up on a Christmas Tree farm in Pennsylvania all the way to her sold-out international Eras Tour!

Big Book of WHO Women in Sports Sports Illustrated Kids

Inspirational and aspirational. Fearless and phenomenal. These are the 101 women athletes every fan needs to know! Fully updated to include today’s stars, this fun collection of questions and answers will have kids stumping their friends and adult sports fans with their expert knowledge.

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$15.99 5-8

Hardcover

B

9798886509519 10/01/2024 Callisto Kids

$16.99 5-8

Hardcover

B

9798217031535 02/25/2025 Farrar Straus & Giroux

$19.95

Hardcover

7-10

796.082

9781637276839 10/08/2024 Sports Illustrated

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Aronson, Sarah / D’Aquino, Andrea (Illustrator) Meet unique and outspoken Bella Abzug, the iconic Jewish politician and activist who fought for justice and women’s rights, in this compelling picture book biography. From her childhood in the Bronx to her years as a lawyer, activist, wife, mother, and congresswoman, Bella battled for justice and fairness for everyone.

Finding Rebecca

King, Shani Mahiri / Tadgell, Nicole (Illustrator) Finding Rebecca examines the disappearance of America’s first Black female doctor from records and memory. But the search for her story and her final resting place, more than 100 years after her death, helps to piece together this picture of the life she led, her hardships, and her many accomplishments.

$18.99 7-10

10/15/2024 Calkins Creek Books

$19.99

World-renowned wildlife photographer Suzi Eszterhas spends two weeks observing baby meerkats in Botswana’s Kalahari Desert. In diary entry-style chapters, Eszterhas recounts how the creatures grow from tiny, wobbly meerkat pups to adolescents who hunt scorpions and have (almost) perfected the famous “tripod” meerkat stance.

Gold Rush Delargy, Flora

Discover the little-told story of the discovery of Klondike Gold, following the First Nations woman who discovered and sparked a worldwide Gold Rush. Set against the powerful backdrop of the Yukon valley, this stunning book shows young children how gold was discovered and how it possessed the popular imagination.

Hardcover

7-10

B

9781958394083 10/15/2024 Tilbury House Publishers

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— Sojourner Truth, Ain’t I A Woman?

Eszterhas, Suzi

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9781635928075

I have as much muscle as any man, and can do as much work as any man.

A Meerkat Diary

Hardcover

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Abzuglutely!

$18.95

Hardcover

7-10

599.742

9781771476386 10/15/2024 Owlkids Books

$22.99 8-12

Hardcover

971.91

9780711263895 10/01/2024 Wide Eyed Editions

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Hokusai’s Daughter Seki, Sunny

Katsushika Oi, called Eijo, created many remarkable artworks and had a hand in her illustrious father’s later work. This illustrated bilingual book celebrates the power of grit and artistic expression, introducing young readers to a trailblazing figure who, like her famous father, left a lasting impression in the art world.

She Speaks

Cargill-Martin, Honor / Pham, Camelia (Illustrator) Classicist Honor Cargill-Martin flips the script in this enchanting retelling of eight classic Greek myths, this time told from an all-female perspective. Written in first-person, we hear from the astute sorceress Medea; discover the contributions of Cretan princess Ariadne; and much more.

Seeds of Discovery

Alexander, Lori / Santo, Rebecca (Illustrator) The quirky and singular Nobel Prize winner Barbara McClintock, a founder of modern genetics who did things her own way, is honored in this lively young STEM biography. Celebrating the power of curiosity and the rewards of tenacity, this highly illustrated biography introduces young readers to the field of genetics.

Beyoncé Is Life Perricone, Kathleen

This illustrated guide explores and celebrates singer Beyoncé and her music. Get to know her musical family, her talented friends, her husband and children, and the artists who have helped shape her vision. The book also sheds light on the symbolism that is always present in her music and videos.

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$17.99 8-12

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B

9784805318614 10/08/2024 Tuttle Publishing

$19.99

Hardcover

8-12

398.2082

9781915569905 10/29/2024 Magic Cat

$18.99 8-12

Hardcover

B

9780063245990 01/28/2025 Clarion Books

$19.99 10-14 9780760393130 10/08/2024 Epic Ink

Hardcover

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