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Miles of Style: Eunice W. Johnson and the EBONY Fashion Fair
Written by Lisa D. Brathwaite; illustrated by Lynn Gaines
9781620143124 | Ages 6–11 | February
A chic biography about Eunice W. Johnson, who brought elegant and contemporary fashion to Black America through the annual EBONY Fashion Fair!
Flap Your Hands: A Celebration of Stimming
Written and illustrated by Steve Asbell
9781643792002 | Ages 5–10 | March
This fascinating, groundbreaking picture book by an autistic creator celebrates stims—the repetitive movements that provide focused stimulation to people on the autistic spectrum.
The Wild Ones
From Megan Lacera and Jorge Lacera
9780892394524 | Ages 5–10 | April
“This book is like an old comic book that I would keep rolled up in my back pocket to copy drawings from because they’re so cool to look at. The Wild Ones is shock-full of great imagery and ideas!” —Raúl the Third, New York Times bestselling and Pura Belpré Award-winning author-illustrator of the World of Vamos! books
Pedro’s Yo-Yos: How a Filipino Immigrant Came to America and Changed the World of Toys
Written by Rob Peñas; illustrated by Carl Angel 9781620145746 | Ages 5–10 | April
★ “Bright smiles on the faces in Angel’s illustrations add even more warmth to Peñas’ insightful and stirring account. A glowing addition to the stories of immigrants who have made good in this, their new country.” —Kirkus Reviews, starred review
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Behind My Doors: The Story of the World’s Oldest Library
Written by Hena Khan; illustrated by Nabila Adani
9781643794235 | Ages 5–10 | May
Come learn about the oldest operating library in existence, which was originally founded by a Muslim woman in 859!
Wat Takes His Shot The Life & Legacy of Basketball Hero Wataru Misaka
Written by Cheryl Kim; illustrated by Nat Iwata
9781643796031 | Ages 6–12 | June
The stirring biography of Japanese American basketball star Wataru Misaka—the first person of color to play in the NBA!
BOOKS FOR OLDER READERS
Kicked Out
Written by A. M. Dassu
9781643796871 | Ages 10–14 | April
★ “An important and triumphant read. Dassu expertly handles difficult topics relating to the adversity and othering that asylum-seekers and refugees face in ways that are relatable for young readers. . . .This novel is an engaging modern tale that serves to build empathy.” —Kirkus Reviews, starred review
Safe Passage
Written by G. Neri; illustrated by David Brame
9781643790343 | Ages 10+ | March
★ “Somber with a sprinkling of optimism and a firm grounding in unconditional familial love. In this fast-paced story, each decision the characters make is critical. Despite the difficult situation the kids are in, Neri provides small pockets of hope and light. . . . Somber with a sprinkling of optimism and a firm grounding in unconditional familial love.” —Kirkus Reviews, starred review
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Mercedes Sosa: Voice of the People
Written and illustrated by Aixa Pérez-Prado
9780892394708 | Ages 7–10 | September
A stirring picture book biography of one of Latin America’s most beloved singers and political activists.
The Home We Make
Written by Maham Khwaja; illustrated by Daby Zainab Faidhi
9781620149577 | Ages 5–10 | October
A moving story about a young girl and her family who are forced to flee their beloved home after violence erupts all around them, and their journey to make a new sense of home.
BOOKS FOR OLDER READERS
A Two-Placed Heart
Written by Doan Phuong Nguyen
9781643796420 | Ages 9–13 | September
Afraid her sister (and maybe even herself) could lose sight of their Vietnamese identity, twelve-year-old Bom writes a poetic memoir to help them both remember—a love letter in verse to sisterhood and the places we leave behind.
The Hero Twins and the Magic of Song (Tales of the Feathered Serpent #2)
Written by David Bowles; illustrated by Charlene Bowles
9781947627697 | Ages 8–12 | October
In this graphic novel retelling of an Indigenous Mexican tale, demigod twins must use their magic of song to rescue their father and uncle from the perilous Land of the Dead.
Twin Flames
Written by Olivia Abtahi
9781643790435 | Ages 12+ | August
“A gripping page-turner that perfectly blends sisterhood, magic, and self-discovery, Twin Flames is simply enchanting.” —Crystal Maldonado, author of The Fall of Whit Rivera
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Los Bravos
Por Megan Lacera y Jorge Lacera
9780892394821 | Edades 5–10 | abril
De los creadores de ¡Los zombis no comen verduras! llega una historia épica y conmovedora de cuatro mejores amigos que recurren a los monstruos míticos de sus respectivas culturas para ayudarlos a salvar el único hogar que han conocido.
Libros en español
La pequeña Melba y su gran trombón
Escrito por Kathryn Russell-Brown; ilustrado por Frank Morrison
9781643797199 | Edades 6–10 | mayo
★ “A celebration of the talent and success of a little-known African American female musician, this title will enrich library collections.” —School Library Journal, starred review
La visión de Caballo Loco
Escrito por Joseph Bruchac; ilustrado por S. D. Nelson
9781643797205 | Edades 6–10 | mayo
★“This makes inspirational reading and affords a glimpse into the heart of a renowned American leader.” —Kirkus Reviews, starred review
Mercedes Sosa: La voz del pueblo
Escrito e ilustrado por Aixa Pérez-Prado
9780892394951 | Ages 7–10 | septiembre
Una conmovedora biografía ilustrada de una de las cantantes y activistas políticas más queridas de América Latina.
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Semillas de cambio: Sembrando un camino hacia la paz
Escrito por Jen Cullerton Johnson; ilustrado por Sonia Lynn Sadler
9781643797410 | Edades 6–11 | octubre
★”Richer than other treatments of Maathai for children and more grounded in her work’s implicit feminism. . . . Vibrant and accomplished.” —Kirkus Reviews, starred review
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En estas tierras mágicas
Escrito por Yamile Saied Méndez
9781643796895 | Edades 8–12 | mayo
”Beautiful words and Minerva’s mighty character, even in the face of unimaginable loss and pain, grasped my heart from the first page . . . Gorgeous and powerful.”
—Kacen Callender, author of National Book Award winner King and the Dragonflies
La historia de la estrella de cine Anna May Wong
Escrito por Paula Yoo y Eida Del Risco; ilustrado por Lin Wang
9781643797120 | Edades 8–12 | septiembre
★”Deftly explores issues of representation, inclusivity, and identity in U.S. history and culture. . . . An excellent chapter book biography for elementary schoolers.”
—School Library Journal, starred review
La historia del héroe de los derechos civiles John Lewis
Escrito por Jim Haskins y Kathleen Benson; ilustrado por Aaron Boyd
9781643797106 | Edades 8–12 | septiembre
Esta nueva entrada en la innovadora series de “Historia” de libros por capítulos biográficos se enfoca en John Lewis, un líder del movimiento de los derechos civiles en los años 1960 y un congresista venerado hasta hoy en día.
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Julieta y el enigma del diamante
Escrito por Luisana Duarte Armendáriz
9781643797373 | Edades 8–12 | octubre
From the Mixed up Files of Mrs. Basil E. Frankweiler se encuentran con Merci Suarez en esta inteligente novela de misterio de grado medio sobre un diamante que desapareció del Louvre, y la dulce y valiente chica que resuelve el caso.
Treinta me habla de amor
Escrito por Alessandra Narváez Varela
9781643797502 | Ages 12+ | septiembre
★“A must for every library given its timely themes, international setting, and authentic protagonist voice.” — School Library Journal, starred review LIBROS PARA ADOLESCENTES For physical or digital review copies, contact marketing director Jenny Choy at jchoy@leeandlow.com.
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Animal Talk: Mexican Folk Art Animal Sounds in English and Spanish
Written by Cynthia Weill; illustrated by Efraín Broa and Rubí Fuentes
9781643796574 | Ages 3–7 | April
From Oaxaca, Mexico, come vibrant wood carvings of animals that invite children to learn animal sounds in English and Spanish.
Colores de la vida: Mexican Folk Art Colors in English and Spanish
Written by Cynthia Weill; illustrated by The Master Artisans of Oaxaca
9781643796604 | Ages 3–7 | April
Imaginatively colored and adorned animals handcrafted in Oaxaca, Mexico, help teach children a rainbow of colors in English and Spanish.
Count Me In!: A Parade of Mexican Folk Art Numbers in English and Spanish
Written by Cynthia Weill; illustrated by The Aguilar Sisters
9781643796581 | Ages 3–7 | April
Handcrafted clay figures from Oaxaca, Mexico, invite children to join a parade as they count from one to ten in English and Spanish.
El pájaro verde / The Green Bird
Written by Joe Hayes; illustrated by Antonio Castro L.
9780938317906 | Ages 7–11 | April
An enchanted prince caught in the body of a green bird—who will help him overcome an evil trap, secure his transformation, and reclaim his kingdom?
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Lucha Libre: The Man in the Silver Mask
Written and illustrated by Xavier Garza 9781933693101 | Ages 6–13 | April
Xavier Garza brings another action-packed bilingual picture book about traditional Mexican wrestling—lucha libre!
Ira’s Shakespeare Dream
Written by Glenda Armand; illustrated by Floyd Cooper 9781643797175 | Ages 7–13 | April
★“Use this handsome, inspiring offering to enrich units on Shakespeare, theater, or black history.” —School Library Journal, starred review
Poems in the Attic
Written by Nikki Grimes; illustrated by Elizabeth Zunon 9781643797182 | Ages 6–11 | April
★“Succinct poetry shines in this impassioned celebration of history; the stories of this African-American family traveling the globe are rich with heart and color.”
—Kirkus Reviews, starred review
The Festival of Bones / El festival de las calaveras
Written and illustrated by Luis San Vicente 9781941026038 | Ages 4–8 | October
Dance and rattle along with skeletons on their way to celebrate their day— the Day of the Dead!
Our Celebración!
Written by Susan Middleton Elya; illustrated by Ana Aranda 9781643797335 | Ages 5–8 | November
A delightful rhyming romp through the festivities of a small town’s summer parade and celebration, written in English with Spanish words sprinkled throughout.
★“A splendor for the senses even as it promotes togetherness and teaches a second language. A great addition to any library!” —Kirkus Reviews, starred review
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Piecing Earth and Sky Together: A Creation Story from the Mien Tribe of Laos
Written by Nancy Raines Day; illustrated by Genna Panzarella
9781643797342 | Ages 5–9 | November
A delightful story of a very competitive pair of siblings who use the distinctive embroidery of the Mien people to create the earth and sky.
Seven Golden Rings: A Tale of Music and Math
Written by Rajani LaRocca;
illustrated by Archana
9781643797359 | Ages 7–10 | November
Sreenivasan
★“Charming. . . . This succeeds both as an entertaining read-aloud and as a teasing introduction to the binary system.” —Booklist, starred review
Ten Oni Drummers
Written by Matthew Gollub; illustrated by Kazuko Stone
9781643797168 | Ages 4–7 | November
In this playful, rhyming story, young children find reassurance and comfort for their fears when scary dreams come their way. Through art and story, children also learn about Japanese taiko drumming and the Japanese words and characters for the numbers one to ten.
BOOKS FOR OLDER READERS
The Blood Lie
Written by Shirley Reva Vernick
9781941026090 | Ages 14+ | May
Years before WWII begins, latent hostility against the Jews erupts in a blood lie when Daisy, a young Gentile girl from Massena, New York, disappears in the woods.
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Drift
Written by M.K. Hutchins
9781643797397 | Ages 11+ | August
Tenjat joins a dangerous defense to protect his island home from the monsters who threaten it in this fresh YA fantasy inspired by Mayan and Indian folklore.
Rebellion (Tankborn #3)
Written by Karen Sandler
9781643797403 | Ages 12+ | August
In a world where half the population is genetically engineered, what does it mean to be human? The acclaimed Tankborn trilogy rushes to a thrilling conclusion!
Trail of the Dead (Killer of Enemies #2)
Written
by Joseph Bruchac
9781643797380 | Ages 12+ | August
In this sequel to Killer of Enemies, Lozen and her family, on the run from the tyrants who once held them hostage, embark on a journey along a perilous trail once followed by her ancestors, where they meet friends and foes alike.
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