Brodart Little One Catalog: Issue 1| Spring 2023

Empowering Reads

So Many Wonderful New Books!

LittleOne offers books specifically chosen by the Brodart Collection Development staff. Titles that stimulate and expand growing imaginations, providing a background to help readers understand the world and their place in it.

Read what National Book Award winner author M.T. Anderson shares with us on how and what inspired him to write Elf Dog & Owl Head—all during his self-isolation with his dog during the pandemic.

In this catalog, you will find many new fiction and nonfiction books that have a range of topics, including Brain Power, Coming of Age, Social and Emotional, Summer Reads, and much more. These titles come from fresh and familiar voices, from publishers large and small. You’ll also find a few favorites from 2022.

As studies show, reading books helps young readers understand appropriate behavior, improve their social skills, and learn about the world around them. In books, we discover other ways of seeing the world. These diverse life situations teach us the different ways that problems are solved. We experience varying emotions, explore new interests, and find new ways to interact with friends and family.

Enjoy!

Director of Marketing and Advertising, Books & Library Services

So how does the catalog work?

Ericaʼs Corner

by ERICA SOMMER

Greetings, librarians!

I hope you are filled with delight as new blooms surprise us every day and bird calls fill the air. Spring has sprung! I’ve been busy teaching my office assistant to type from dictation (shown left), and we are eagerly anticipating another productive season here at Brodart.

Need help with your Summer Reading plans? Our new program, which offers a rich list of discounted titles to enhance your Summer Reading giveaways, includes titles for toddlers through young adults, focused on this year’s themes of kindness, friendship, and unity. You’ll find titles featuring Bluey, Llama Llama, Pizza & Taco, and The Last Kids on Earth. AND from fabulous authors such as Lisa Yee, Nic Stone, Chris Grabenstein, Celia Perez, Joseph Bruchac, and many more.

To support the program, there are kid-friendly author video spotlights, a summer reading checklist, book trailers, storytime activities, and book club discussion guides to promote and enhance your program. Files will be added to our Resources page throughout the spring. Follow Brodart Youth Services on social for updates, and don’t forget to enter for a chance to win a plush Babymouse – she’s one of our Summer Reading superstars! Contest ends 4/9/23, so enter soon.

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!

Next up is a reminder to check out our YouTube channel. You’ll find our archived Tell Me More: Collection Connection, featuring librarians Suzy Hawley, Jack Phoenix, Gwen Vanderhage, and me highlighting children’s and young adult titles from the first half of 2023 – plus several thematic author book talks from some amazing creators. Don’t miss the informative Comics Plus webinar lead by our Digital Products Specialist Patrick Deering as well, which walks you through navigating the platform, circ statistics, and the many manga categories.

I look forward to meeting some of you at our events this spring and summer. We’ll be in booth 1327 at TLA in a few weeks, and we have a wonderful new vendor partnership to tell you about at ALA Annual: make a note to stop by booth 4020 to learn more and enter our fantastic raffle. In the meantime, check out our monthly BookWorm newsletter, which features new services and events, staff book reviews, series announcements, links to selection lists focused on timely topics and trendstrends, and more. Sign up today.

I would be glad to assist with your youth services collection and programming needs. You can reach me at BYS@brodart.com.

Until next issue, happy reading!

BRAIN POWER

Isabel and the Invisible World

Lightman, Alan / Kaulitzki, Ramona (Illustrator)

There’s only one gift Isabel wants for her sixth birthday: a way to see invisible things. Finally, the day of her party arrives. Unwrapping a big box, Isabel finds a surprise inside—a glass prism—and a dazzling world of previously invisible color emerges, lighting up the room around her.

Pedro’s Yo-Yos

Peñas, Roberto / Angel, Carl (Illustrator)

Discover the rags-to-riches backstory of one of America’s favorite toys, the yo-yo, in this colorful biography of businessman Pedro Flores. Pedro Flores was born in the Philippines in 1896, when Spain still ruled his country. After the U.S. took over, Pedro traveled to California.

BestoftheStacks

Something Happened to Our Planet

Celano, Marianne / Collins, Marietta / Madanasinghe, Bhagya (Illustrator)

Describes the narrator’s efforts to help the planet, with her friends, by advocating for re-usable plates at her school. This book will inspire kids to make a difference in their schools and communities. Includes a Reader’s Note with more information about the impact of climate change, child-friendly definitions, and more.

Camilla, Super Helper

Dillemuth, Julie / Wood, Laura (Illustrator)

BestoftheStacks

Can super helpers Camilla and Parsley help their friends the bees find enough flowers and water during a hot, dry summer? Includes a Note to Parents & Caregivers with more information about map-making, spatial awareness, and the importance of bees!

$18.99 Hardcover

3-6 535

9781536223330

04/18/2023

MIT Kids Press

$19.95 Hardcover

3-6 B

9781620145746

05/01/2023

Lee & Low Books

$19.99 Hardcover

3-8 E

9781433840722

03/07/2023

Magination Press

$18.99 Hardcover

3-8 E

9781433841934

05/16/2023

Magination Press

Wind Power

Driscoll, Laura / Guadalupi, Marco (Illustrator)

Blow, wind, blow! The newest addition to the nonfiction Eureka! series is a “biography” of wind power, which is green energy that can help the planet. People have harnessed the power of the wind for milennia. But when someone hooked a wind mill to a generator, wind went electric.

Blips on a Screen

Hannigan, Kate / Ohora, Zachariah (Illustrator)

An engaging picture book biography based on the incredible true story of a Jewish refugee who pioneered home video games and launched a worldwide obsession. Television was new when Ralph Baer returned from serving in World War II, but he didn’t settle for watching TV.

Action!

McCarthy, Meghan

This fact-filled picture book tells the story of the evolution of movies and the people who worked hard to create them—both on-screen and behind the scenes. In fascinating detail, McCarthy shows how early photography capturing motion became silent films, and how those building blocks allowed for today’s inspiring movies.

Brilliant Inventions

Van Gageldonk, Mack

Our world is filled with the most wonderful tools and machines. This is, of course, thanks to clever inventors! The first airplane was the product of bicycle makers. The first submarine had oars. Why? You’ll discover these things and more in this informative book.

$17.99 Hardcover

3-8 621.3121

9781662670046

04/04/2023

Kane Press

Flashback to the . . . Awesome ‘80s!

Michaels, Patty / Rebar, Sarah (Illustrator)

Explore the trends, fashion, technology, and inventions of the 1980s with this totally tubular Level 2 Ready-to-Read full of fun facts, infographics, and interactive backmatter! Kids will love learning about all things 80s, like the first at-home video game consoles, jelly shoes, leg warmers, eighties slang, and VCRs!

$17.99 Hardcover

5-8 B

9780593306710

05/03/2022

Knopf Books for Young Readers

$18.99 Hardcover

5-8 791.4309

9781534452305

08/23/2022

Simon & Schuster/Paula Wiseman Books

$21.95 Hardcover

5-8 609

9781605378572

04/25/2023

Clavis Publishing

$17.99 Hardcover

5-8 909.828

9781665933476

05/02/2023

Simon Spotlight

Space Busters Race to the Moon

DK

Use your reading superpowers to learn all about Apollo 11’s incredible journey to the Moon. Children will love to find out about who the Apollo 11 astronauts were, what they did when they got to the Moon, and the risks they overcame to make history.

We Dug Up the World

Stewart, Alexandra / Harris, Kitty (Illustrator)

Archeologists have found some INCREDIBLE things by digging. Team up with archaeologists from around the world and travel through time to learn about fantastic historical artefacts. From Tutankhamun to the Titanic, children will discover something new on every page and delight in learning about how the world used to be.

How Was That Built?

Agrawal, Roma / Hickey, Katie (Illustrator)

Perfect for future engineers, architects, and anyone who loves to build, this beautiful picture book explains the mechanics of the world’s most daring architectural marvels. Discover the innovations that paved the way for the Brooklyn Bridge in the U.S., the Pantheon in Italy, the Burj Khalifa in Dubai, and more.

Patterns Everywhere

Perron, Lisa Varchol

Look around and discover patterns in the natural world. You might see them in leaf veins, in coral reefs, in sand dunes, and in many other places. Rhyming verse is accompanied by stunning photographs and brief sidebars that explain how these different patterns form.

$14.99 Hardcover

7-10 629.409

9780744068245

04/04/2023

DK Publishing

$18.99 Hardcover

7-10 930.1

9781510230415

06/27/2023

Laurence King Publishing

$23.99 Hardcover

7-10 624.1

9781547609291

08/16/2022

Bloomsbury Children’s Books

$29.32 Library Reinforced

7-10 152.1423

9781728460420

04/04/2023

Millbrook Press Inc

“Do not call for black power or green power. Call for brain power.”

—Barbara Jordan

THE BIG W &OUR

How to Speak Flower

Williams, Molly / Bos, Miriam (Illustrator)

A beautifully illustrated guide to the history and symbolism of flowers for every plant lover. From asters to zinnias, learn the magical, meaningful language of flowers with this magnificent guide to floriography. With personalized quizzes and handy charts, you’ll discover your own flower power!

Charles Drew

Talley, Aaron / Bosa, Subi (Illustrator)

Born in Washington, D.C., in 1904, Charles R. Drew was a Black surgeon and medical researcher. Known as the “Father of The Blood Bank,” he researched in the field of blood transfusions and developed America’s first large-scale blood bank during World War II.

$14.99 Hardcover

8-12 302.222

9780762479177

05/09/2023

Running Press Kids

$29.00 Library Reinforced

8-12 B

9781338865349

04/04/2023

Childrens Press Inc

BestoftheStacks

This Book Is Full of Brains

Did you know that a fully grown human brain is equal to the weight of one 12-week-old kitten? Filled with interesting facts, immersive athome activities, and fun optical illusions, this book will make kids fall in love with all types of brains—whether they be human, dinosaur, or robot!

The Incredible Book of Outrageous Facts for Kids

Furstinger, Nancy

Kids love to read astonishing, absurd, and amusing facts and then share them with their families and friends. Chapters will feature categories with kid-appeal, including animals, sports, planets, dinosaurs, toys, technology, strange foods, superheroes and more. Every time kids pick up this book, they’ll learn something new.

When Everything Went Wrong

Temporelli, Max / Gozzi, Barbara / Innocente, Agnese (Illustrator)

Did you know? Some of the world’s greatest inventions started off as failures! Inventions like Coca-Cola, shoes, and vacuum cleaners were actually mistakes. Told in a mixture of comic panels and prose, this gorgeous book shares the stories of 10 of these fabulous inventions.

We the Future

Lewis, Cliff

An anxious, asthmatic boy gets recruited by Sunny, a girl from the future, to launch a climate strike big enough to rewrite history. To do it, he’ll have to recruit his entire school before Halloween. Why so soon? Sunny won’t say.

$14.99 Hardcover

8-12 612.82

9781454947592

05/16/2023

Union Square Kids

The Mind-Blowing World of Extraordinary Competitions

Goldfield, Anna / Riordan, Hannah (Illustrator)

From cheese-rolling races to baby-crying competitions, get ready for an adventure through the most amazing contests the world has ever seen. Through the stories of these awesome competitions, readers will learn about the societies that created them and the amazing traditions that inspired them.

$16.99 Trade Paper

8-12 030

9781510771222

04/04/2023

Sky Pony Press

$14.99 Hardcover

8-12 920

9781524880422

05/02/2023

Andrews McMeel Publishing

$19.99 Hardcover Reinforced

8-12 F

9781631636967

04/18/2023

Jolly Fish Press

$17.99 Hardcover

8-12 790.134

9781684492862

04/04/2023

Neon Squid US

Becoming Bionic and Other Ways Science Is Making Us Super

Camlot,

Heather / Wong, Victor (Illustrator)

This middle-grade nonfiction book uses superheroes to explore how science is transforming our bodies and our experiences. Engaging text, detailed timelines, and intricate diagrams break down how superhero traits have been reflected in technological innovations throughout history, and how they could appear in the future.

You & Your Amazing Brain

Gifford, Clive / Wilson, Anne (Illustrator)

You & Your Amazing Brain includes an unusual mix of surprising science, history, natural world examples, cultural amusement, and astonishing stories all focused on brains, intelligence, and learning in humans and other animals. Discover why you can’t tickle yourself, why adults like foods they hated as children, and more.

$19.95 Hardcover

8-12 617.95

9781771474610

04/18/2023

Owlkids Books

$14.95 Trade Paper

10-14 612.82

9780711283626

06/06/2023

Words & Pictures

COMING OF AGE

Farah Loves Mangos

Sinha, Sarthak

A heartwarming story about a young girl who learns to love the unexpected and appreciate her favorite mango tree. Farah loves mangos! Every summer when she visits her Grandpa, they always pick the ripe fruit from his mango tree. This year, however, the tree is empty!

The Coolest Beard

Tekle, Betty / Alexander, Nicholas (Illustrator)

Isaac wants to grow a beard, just like his dad, who always seems to be the coolest guy in the barbershop. But nothing happens. Next time it’s barbershop day, Isaac doesn’t even want to go back—but maybe there is still a way for him to grow the coolest beard.

$17.99 Hardcover

3-6 E

9781838741365

04/04/2023

Flying Eye Books

Maddie and Mabel Know They Can

Allen, Kari / Mai-Wyss, Tatjana (Illustrator)

Sisters and friends Maddie and Mabel learn the importance of perseverance. When Mabel has a big idea and Maddie faces a big challenge, the sisters know they’ll succeed together. But how long will it take? Who gets to decide?

$18.99 Library Reinforced

3-8 E

9780807512913

04/01/2023

Albert Whitman & Company

$16.99 Hardcover

3-8 E

9781638940197

05/02/2023

Kind World Publishing

Grandma’s Tipi

Nelson, S. D.

A young girl spends the summer at her grandmother’s home on the Standing Rock Reservation in this heartwarming family story. Now that Clara is almost in third grade, she’s finally old enough to spend her first summer away from home visiting her grandma and her cousin.

$18.99 Hardcover

3-8 E

9781419731921

05/09/2023

Abrams Books for Young Readers

How Far You’ll Go

McCanna, Tim / Lee, Grace (Illustrator)

This enchanting, illustrated journey through Disney moments of bravery and resilience offers inspiration for fans of all ages, from recent grads to anyone embarking on a new adventure. From Peter Pan and Tinker Bell teaching the Darling children to fly, to Moana finding the courage to voyage across the sea.

Big Kids Don’t Get Butterflies

Kelley, Ceece / Cloud, Sawyer (Illustrator)

Growth and age are marked by the new fair rides a child qualifies for each year. At this year’s fair, a child is eager to try the big kid rides after growing just enough. Is there any reason to be afraid? No! Big kids DON’T get butterflies. Or do they?

Breaking to the Beat!

Acevedo, Linda J. / Morrison, Frank (Illustrator)

A boogie-down picture book about a shy boy named Manolo who overcomes his fears and insecurities to become part of a new innovative dance style called breaking. Debut author Linda J. Acevedo presents an energizing ode to the Boogie Down Bronx and Hip Hop.

New Beginnings

Wells, Tina / Smith, Stephanie / Segawa, Michael (Illustrator)

Zee is getting ready to go back to school for spring term when the big news comes: there’s a new transfer student in year nine—and she’s a real-life princess! As everyone busily prepares for royalty to arrive, Zee can’t help but worry.

Ellie Engle Saves Herself

Johnson, Leah

From award-winning YA author Leah Johnson comes her middle grade debut: a story about friendship, change, and the power we have to love ourselves. Ellie doesn’t stand out. When an earthquake hits her town, she wakes up with the power to bring anything back to life with just her touch.

$17.99 Hardcover Reinforced

5-8 E

9781368077750

04/04/2023

Disney Press

$18.99 Hardcover

5-8 E

9781953859518

05/02/2023

Soaring Kite Books

$19.95 Hardcover

5-8 E

9781643796390

05/30/2023

Lee & Low Books

$12.99 Hardcover

8-12 F

9781513209456

04/25/2023

West Margin Press

$18.99 Hardcover

8-12 F

9781368085557

05/02/2023

Hyperion

The Witch of Woodland

Snyder, Laurel

A young girl preparing for her bat mitzvah discovers she has mysterious abilities in this enchanting contemporary coming-of-age story rooted in Jewish faith. Hi, whoever is reading this. I’m Zipporah Chava McConnell, but everyone calls me Zippy. Things used to be simple—until a few weeks ago.

The Labors of Hercules Beal

Schmidt, Gary D.

A warm and witty novel in which a seventh-grader has to figure out how to fulfill an assignment to perform the Twelve Labors of Hercules—and makes discoveries about friendship, community, and himself along the way. Herc soon begins to see that he may not have to go it alone.

Will on the Inside

Eliopulos, Andrew

After dedicated soccer player Will is sidelined from the season—and his friend group—due to complications from his newly diagnosed Crohn’s disease, he finds himself figuring out who he really is on the inside. What would Will’s teammates say if they knew the whole story?

Half Moon Summer

Vickers, Elaine

Two seventh graders discover it takes more than grit and a good pair of shoes to run 13.1 miles. Drew was never much of a runner. Until his dad’s unexpected diagnosis. Mia has nothing better to do. Until she realizes entering a half-marathon could solve her family’s housing problems.

Captain Skidmark Dances with Destiny

Irwin, Jennifer A.

This laugh-out-loud middle-grade novel follows thirteen-year-old Will— who hates hockey and loves dancing—as he navigates school, bullies, and his father’s expectations. Will takes readers on a journey through noogies, awkward conversations, and epic farts. He worries, dances, and makes messes. Filled with humor, nuance, and emotion.

$19.99 Hardcover

8-12 F

9780062836656

05/16/2023

Walden Pond Press

$19.99 Hardcover

8-12 F

9780358659631

05/23/2023

Clarion Books

$19.99 Hardcover

8-12 F

9780063228702

06/06/2023

Quill Tree Books

$17.99 Hardcover

8-12 F

9781682635391

06/06/2023

Peachtree

$17.99 Hardcover

10-14 F

9781623542542

04/04/2023

Charlesbridge Publishing

The First Magnificent Summer

Toalson, R. L.

A tender, empowering novel told in journal entries and poetry. Meet 12-year-old Victoria Reeves, a young writer on the verge of becoming a woman, whose summer with her estranged father doesn’t turn out the way she’d hoped. Victoria soon discovers that the odds are stacked against her.

Stormbringer

Boden, Greg

Cinder Moss, 8th grade mortal at Copperpenny Middle, doesn’t know it, but Odin has a mission for her: slow down Ragnarok. Abandoned at birth and shuffled through the System all her life, Cinder is on the verge of being expelled from yet another school.

The Sinister Secrets of Singe

Ferrell, Sean / Carter, Graham (Illustrator)

The first book in a sweeping adventure series packed with robots, smugglers, battles, and a lonely boy trying to find where he fits in the world. When 11-year-old Noah discovers a message hidden in one of his father’s inventions, he decides to run away to find him.

$17.99 Hardcover Reinforced

10-14 F

9781665925495

05/30/2023

Aladdin

$16.99 Hardcover

10-14 F

9781638191605

06/06/2023

Bushel & Peck Books

Becoming a Queen

Clay, Dan

A vibrant and emotional YA debut about a boy who turns toward love, self-acceptance, and the power of drag to overcome grief when the unthinkable happens. When tragedy capsizes the Davis family, the source of Mark’s strength suddenly becomes the source of his greatest pain.

$18.99 Hardcover

10-14 F

9781645951834

06/06/2023

Pixel+Ink

$19.99 Hardcover

12-19 F

9781250843098

04/25/2023

Roaring Brook Press

“These are the pieces of my youth, the small secrets and the not-so-great expectations that defined my coming of age.”

—Tablo

The Weight of Everything

Mickelson, Marcia Argueta

A teen girl of Mexican and Guatemalan descent navigates the intersection of art, activism, and culture while coping with her mother’s death, her father’s alcohol abuse, and her feelings for a classmate. When a school project prompts Sarah to explore her mom’s roots, she starts to face her own grief.

Kismat Connection

Devarajan, Ananya

In this YA debut, a girl who’s determined to prove her star chart wrong ropes her best friend into an experimental relationship—not knowing that he has been in love with her for years. Madhuri must decide if charting her own destiny is worth breaking Arjun’s heart—and her own.

$19.99 Hardcover

12-19 F

9781728475356

05/02/2023

Carolrhoda LAB

$19.99 Hardcover

12-19 F

9781335453686

06/13/2023

Inkyard Press

FOOD & PEOPLE

J is for Jalebi

Mittal, Chitwan / Karandikar, Ambika (Illustrator)

A quirky introduction to Hindi alphabets and South Asian Indian food vocabulary. J is for Jalebi is a clever and fun way to introduce children to the Hindi alphabet and to South Asian food vocabulary. Stunning illustrations will make you feel the jalebis are in your own hands.

Eat Your Superpowers!

Buzzeo, Toni / Bloch, Serge (Illustrator)

From grapes to beets, this reference book highlights and explains the benefits of 25 fruits, vegetables, nuts, and grains, each grouped into color categories and presented with the mind and body benefits they offer. Carefully crafted one-sentence explanations provide the perfect amount of information for the preschool audience.

Oolichan Moon

Beynon, Samantha / Trimble, Lucy (Illustrator)

With playful text and vibrant illustrations, young readers can learn alongside the two Nisga’a sisters as they are gifted with sacred knowledge from their Elders, passed down for many generations in the oral tradition. A gorgeous celebration of Nisga’a language, history, and culture.

Sari-Sari Summers Bontigao,

Lynnor

Nora loves spending summers with Lola at her sari-sari store, filled with everything you could need. When a heat wave strikes and no one comes to the store, Nora worries that she won’t get to spend the rest of the summer with her lola—until she gets a sweet idea.

$14.99 Hardcover

2-5 641.5954

9788195388639

04/01/2023

AdiDev Press

$17.99 Hardcover

2-5 613.2

9780593522950

04/04/2023

Rise x Penguin Workshop

$24.95 Hardcover

3-6 E

9781550179927

04/04/2023

Harbour Publishing

$18.99 Hardcover

3-6 E

9781536226140

04/11/2023

Candlewick Press

Kai’s Tea Eggs

Zhou, Karina

An endearing book about learning to embrace our heritage and celebrating what makes us unique. Multicultural Day is coming up at school, and Kai is nervous about sharing her family’s Chinese food. Kai’s mother is excited about making special dishes, but Kai doesn’t like feeling different from everyone else.

D is for Donut

Teichman, Rachel / Wright, Rebecca (Photographer)

Deliciously delightful donuts from A to Z! Get ready to dive into this mouthwatering alphabet book that will surely sweeten your day! Lively rhyming text covers all the classics, from Jelly and Rainbow Sprinkles to Éclairs and Old-Fashioneds. Practicing your ABCs never looked so yummy!

Roll, Roll, Little Pea

Bergame, Cécile / Attiogbé, Magali (Illustrator) / Yuen-Killick, Angus (Translator)

Find out what happens in this story of a runaway pea that goes on a perilous journey. When a little pea escapes a girl who is shelling peas, it rolls off the kitchen table, and an adventure begins. The runaway pea evades several animals before resting in the perfect place.

$19.95 Hardcover

3-6 E

9781551529097

04/11/2023

Arsenal Pulp Press

$15.95 Hardcover

3-6 641.815

9781685551865

06/02/2023

Collective Book Studio

$17.99 Hardcover

3-6 E

9781636550442

06/20/2023

Red Comet Press

BestoftheStacks

Food for the Future

Wenjen, Mia / Sae-Heng, Robert (Illustrator)

Go on a tour of eco-friendly farms around the globe! From urban gardens to farms under the sea, discover the many different sustainable ways people have been growing food for centuries, and new innovations that are battling the effects of climate change on farming.

The Perfect Sushi

Seo, Emily Satoko / Moriuchi, Mique (Illustrator)

Miko likes things to be perfect. When she makes lopsided sushi for her grandmother’s birthday, she replaces it with perfectly formed sushi created by a restaurant robot. Upon delivering her gift, Miko discovers that kokoro (heart)—not impeccability—is the key ingredient to the perfect present.

Plátanos Are Love

Reynoso-Morris, Alyssa / Rahman, Mariyah (Illustrator)

A delicious picture book about the ways plantains shape Latinx culture, community, and family, told through a young girl’s experiences in the kitchen with her abuela. With every pop of the tostones and sizzle of the maduros, a little girl learns that plátanos are her history, her culture—and more.

At the Supermarket

Fernandez, Caroline / O’Toole, Shannon (Illustrator)

The grocery store may be a normal place to visit, but there’s nothing normal about a Grandma who magically sneezes herself into different dinosaurs! When Grandma’s dinosaur antics threaten to make a mess of the store, it’s up to her grandchildren to find and stop her.

$17.99 Hardcover

3-8 338.1

9781646868391

05/23/2023

Barefoot Books

Chef Edna

Noel, Melvina / Cabrera, Cozbi A. (Illustrator)

A warm and inviting picture-book portrait of African American culinary legend Edna Lewis, who brought Southern cooking to the masses. Edna loved to cook. Growing up on a farm in Freetown, Virginia, she learned the value of fresh food, how to measure ingredients for biscuits using coins, and more.

$8.99 Trade Paper

3-8 E

9781646868384

04/04/2023

Barefoot Books

$18.99 Hardcover Reinforced

3-8 E

9781665902731

04/11/2023

Atheneum Books for Young Readers

$16.95 Hardcover

3-8 E

9781988761701

04/15/2023

Common Deer Press

$18.99 Hardcover

3-8 B

9781951836399

04/18/2023

Cameron Kids

Spicy Spicy Hot!

Wen, Lenny

A heartwarming and humorous story about one girl determined to embrace the spice of sambal in order to connect with her grandmother and heritage. With a little help from Nenek, will Lintang find a way to beat the heat and connect with her Indonesian heritage?

The Babka Sisters

Newman, Lesléa / Bobokhidze, Tika (Illustrator) / Bobokhidze, Tata (Illustrator)

The great babka bake-off is on! Esther and Hester’s new neighbor, Sylvester, will gladly be their babka tester, and decide which sister’s Babka is the best. With cat Lester and dog Chester, the new friends enjoy a delicious Shabbat.

Jewish Flavours of Italy

Nacamulli, Silvia

With more than 100 kosher recipes, Silvia offers readers a unique collection of authentic and traditional Italian-Jewish dishes, combined with stunning photography, practical tips, and clear explanations. Discover recipes from everyday home-cooked meals to special celebration menus for Jewish holidays.

Cake Vs. Pie

Bardhan-Quallen, Sudipta / Stilwell, Stephani (Illustrator)

A funny, pun-filled picture book about a battle between Cake and Pie to be the most coveted dessert. Filled with hilarious food battles and charming illustrations, join Cake and Pie in this fun-loving, laugh-outloud picture book about the ultimate friendship rivalry and overcoming jealousy.

Who Ate What?

Levin, Rachel / Castro, Natalia Rojas (Illustrator)

Guess what people ate throughout history in this deliciously informative introduction to culinary history. Readers will discover the fascinating dishes eaten by 10 high-interest historical peoples. Packed with guess-what challenges, unbelievable facts, and interactive guessing games, this fact-filled read-aloud encourages an interest in food.

$18.99 Hardcover

3-8 E

9780316281027

04/25/2023

Little, Brown Books for Young Readers

$19.99 Hardcover

3-8 E

9781728445564

05/02/2023

Kar-Ben Publishing

$39.95 Hardcover

3-8 641.5676

9781784387785

05/31/2023

Green Bean Books

$19.99 Hardcover

3-8 E

9780358555605

06/27/2023

Clarion Books

$19.95 Hardcover

5-8 641.3

9781838666903

04/12/2023

Phaidon Press

Sam and the Incredible African and American Food Fight

Gibney, Shannon / Palmer, Charly (Illustrator)

Six-year-old Sam, with his Liberian dad and African American mom, finds a way to bring everyone in his cross-cultural family together at the dinner table. Caught in the middle of his family’s African and American food fight, Sam gets a little help from his grumbling stomach.

Allergy Army

Weisz, Sam / Weisz, Erica

Follow Robbie, from Sugar Bugs, as he takes care to protect himself from any peanuts. But when one of his friends brings a snack to share, he forgets to check the label for any peanuts. As he has an allergic reaction, he learns how to get help from his teachers.

$17.95 Hardcover

5-8 E

9781517909659

04/25/2023

University of Minnesota Press

$14.95 Hardcover

5-8 E

9781736347423

05/01/2023

Trism Books

Hip Hip Hooray!

Leisink, Carolijn / Koops, Maruga (Illustrator)

Abbey is spending the night at Grandma’s, but Grandma has gone on a cooking spree, making delicious Surinamese dishes! As Grandma cooks, Abbey is bored. She quickly devises a plan to throw a surprise party for Grandma and, pretty soon, the house is filled with laughter, music…and great food!

Healthy Eating

Nelson, Louise

Dive into healthy eating with tasty, fascinating facts and stunning images to help kids eat right. There is a lot to know—and this is the perfect place to start.

$18.95 Hardcover

5-8 E

9781605378404

06/06/2023

Clavis Publishing

$19.99 Hardcover

7-10 613.2

9781839274572

04/01/2023

Booklife

“A recipe has no soul. You, as the cook, must bring soul to the recipe.”

—Thomas Keller

Live and Let Fry

Luper, Eric / Whale, Joe (Illustrator)

When a family of donuts show up at the school to tackle an unexpected foe, it’s up to our favorite foods to confront the threat and save Belching Walrus once and for all! Are they up to the task? Read and find out!

Disgustingly Delicious

Romero Marino, Soledad / Galbany, Montse (Illustrator)

This book gives a sense of how history and culture have shaped some typically disgusting-sounding dishes from different countries (and why they might not be so gross, after all). Dish by dish, you’ll also discover surprising stories and historical facts. A really fun read which brings the gross factor!

I’m Your Ice Cream Truck

Eliot, Hannah / Chen, Belinda (Illustrator)

From the playground to the library, see all the places your favorite ice cream truck goes in this sweet truck-shaped board book! Follow along as your ice cream truck makes its way to the playground, the pool, the library, and more!

Recipe Road Trip, Cooking Your Way Across the USA

Lavin, Nanette

Explore the geography, history, and regional charm of the United States as you help children prepare different dishes with this entertaining book. Food humor sprinkled throughout will have you laughing out loud. Kids can look at the map of the United States to see where a recipe comes from.

Good Food, Bad Waste

Silver, Erin / Ogawa, Suharu (Illustrator)

Examines the problem of food waste around the world, its consequences for the environment, and practical things young readers can do to curb food waste. With inspiring profiles of food-waste activists and tasty tidbits on things like best-before dates, Good Food, Bad Waste offers much food for thought.

$6.99 Trade Paper

7-10 F

9781338859164

04/04/2023

Scholastic Inc

$17.95 Hardcover

7-10 641.3009

9781914519703

04/18/2023

Orange Mosquito

$7.99 Hardcover

7-10 E

9781665932981

05/09/2023

Little Simon

$29.95 Hardcover

7-10 641.5973

9781943016143

06/27/2023

Kitchen Ink

$26.95 Hardcover

8-12 641.592

9781459830912

04/11/2023

Orca Book Publishers

The Totally Awesome Ultimate Kids' Cookbook

Dahle, Tiffany

Featuring a fresh design and brand-new recipes to help a new generation of kids have fun learning how to cook creative and tasty food for the whole family. This expanded edition features 20 brandnew recipes and a fresh makeover, now with stunning full-page photography for every recipe and hand-lettered illustrations.

This Is Not a Cookbook

McGarry, Flynn / Dara, Adil (Illustrator)

Chef Flynn McGarry shares his insights and explores the elements of creativity as he encourages young readers to mix passion, hard work, and their own unique perspective to achieve results that might just be life-changing. Flynn started cooking in a serious way when he was just 10 years old.

Rubi Ramos’s Recipe for Success

Parra, Jessica

When Alma waitlists Rubi’s application, Rubi will need to be distraction-free to make the grade. Which means falling for her cute surfer-slash-math tutor, Ryan, definitely won’t work. And neither will breaking her mother’s ban on baking. But some recipes are begging to be tampered with.

Resilient Kitchens

Gleissner, Philip (Editor) / Eli Kashdan, Harry (Editor)

A stimulating collection of essays about the lives of immigrants in the United States before and during the COVID-19 pandemic, told through the lens of food. Includes perspectives from professional food writers, restaurateurs, scholars, and activists. Each contribution is accompanied by a recipe of special importance to the author.

Family Style

Pham, Thien

Originally posted on Instagram, this young adult graphic novel details the author’s childhood immigration to America with his family, through the lens of particularly meaningful food and meals. Thien’s first memory isn’t a sight or a sound. It’s the sweetness of watermelon and the saltiness of fish.

$24.99 Trade Paper

8-12 641.82

9781645679554

05/30/2023

Page Street Publishing

$19.99 Hardcover

10-14 B

9780593119693

04/18/2023

Delacorte Press

$20.00 Hardcover

12-19 F

9781250862525

05/16/2023

Wednesday Books

$24.95 Hardcover

14-19 641.59

9781978832510

05/12/2023

Rutgers University Press

$25.99 Hardcover

14-19 641.5

9781250809711

06/20/2023

First Second

Ancestory

Salyer, Hannah

This striking nonfiction picture book investigates who created ancient wall art that’s been discovered around the world, and why. In her own stunning artwork that features the deserts of North America to the caves of Papua New Guinea, Hannah Salyer showcases ancient rock paintings, drawings, and etchings.

Fire Shapes the World

Cooke, Joanna / Li, Cornelia (Illustrator) / Renzina, Diana (Illustrator)

9780358469841

04/11/2023

Clarion Books

Dogs

Judge, Lita

This illustrated history of dogs, from award-winning author-illustrator Lita Judge, explores how humans’ partnership with dogs changed our lives and theirs. While we know dogs to be lovable and full of personality, they have also historically improved our lives in many practical ways.

The Night Before Freedom

Armand, Glenda / Barksdale, Corey (Illustrator)

This moving picture book tells the story of Juneteenth with all the care and reverence such a holiday deserves. Eight-year-old David and his family gather at Grandma’s house in Galveston, Texas, for a cherished family tradition: Grandma’s annual retelling of the story of Juneteenth.

04/18/2023

With lyrical text grounded in the latest research, this book shares the primal connection between all living things and fire. Children will grasp that fire is basic and powerful; that it has the capability to both destroy and create; that everything they know in the world has evolved with fire. $19.99

Yosemite Conservancy

9781419755446

04/18/2023

Abrams Books for Young Readers

$18.99

9780593567463

05/02/2023

Crown Books for Young Readers

Max and Ed Bike to Nome

Lasley, Matthew / Souva, Jacob (Illustrator)

Trek across a thousand miles in an Alaskan winter in this book inspired by the true story of Ed Jesson’s famous 1900 bike ride during the Klondike Gold Rush. This book captures the thrilling journey of one man and his bicycle as they discover hope and friendship along the way.

Christo and Jeanne-Claude Wrap the World

Neri, G. / Haidle, Elizabeth (Illustrator)

An exploration of love, art, and the gifts that two brilliant creators gave the world. When they met, Christo was a poor refugee, and JeanneClaude knew nothing about art, but they were rule-breakers and kindred spirits. Christo’s innovative creations—everyday objects wrapped to make people reconsider them—sparked Jeanne-Claude’s imagination.

What Is a Sea Dog?

Jensen, John / King, Richard J. (Illustrator)

Join little Skipper, a curious puppy in an orange life preserver, as she meets a galaxy of sea dogs from past and present. What Is a Sea Dog? combines poetry, history, and fun in a celebration of the many dogs who love the water.

The Van Buren Sisters vs. the Pants Police

Fox, J. F. / Kwan, Anna (Illustrator)

When World War I broke out in Europe, sisters Addie and Gussie Van Buren believed women should be able to join the fight. To prove that women would make excellent battlefield messengers, they decided to drive their motorbikes across the country, dressed sensibly in leather coats and pants.

The Witness Trees

Van Cleave, Ryan G. / Đốm Đốm (Illustrator)

From the Flower of Kent apple tree still standing in Sir Isaac Newton’s yard, to the English oak given to Jesse Owens, The Witness Trees is a moving tribute to the world’s most famous trees, many of which still need humanity’s protection.

$18.99 Hardcover

5-8 E

9781513139159

04/04/2023

Alaska Northwest Books

$18.99 Hardcover

5-8 920

9781536216615

04/18/2023

Candlewick Press

$12.95 Trade Paper

5-8 F

9781493073269

05/01/2023

Muddy Boots

$17.99 Hardcover

5-8 E

9781525302480

05/02/2023

Kids Can Press

$19.99 Hardcover

5-8

9781638191254

05/09/2023

582.16

Bushel & Peck Books

Glitter Everywhere!

Barton, Chris / Prabhat, Chaaya (Illustrator)

Everyone seems to have an opinion about glitter. But how much do you know about the tiny, shiny confetti? What makes glitter glitter ? Why does it stick to everything? Who invented it? How is it made? Is glitter bad for the environment?

$19.99 Hardcover

5-8 745.5

9781623542528

06/27/2023

Charlesbridge Publishing

Kid Paleontologist

Thomas Nelson / Csotonyi, Julius (Illustrator)

Introduce young readers to the wonders of the prehistoric era and answer little kids’ big questions about dinosaurs. Covering millions of years of prehistory and following in the footprints of the biggest reptiles to walk the Earth, this accessible book breaks difficult concepts down into kid-friendly language.

Knights and Castles

DK

Use your reading superpowers to learn all about medieval knights and their castles. Children will love to find out about why castles were built, some of the coolest castles, and medieval people’s lives in and around them, both in peace and wartime.

$14.95 Hardcover

5-8 560

9781646433476

06/27/2023

Applesauce Press

$14.99 Hardcover

7-10 940.1

9780744067590

04/04/2023

DK Publishing

People Power

June, Rebecca / Abadia, Ximo (Illustrator)

From Gandhi to Rosa Parks, the Arab Spring to Black Lives Matter, this introduction to the power of protests covers nearly every continent to show young readers that they can be effective on their own, or as part of a movement.

A Sky Full of Song

Meyer, Susan Lynn

Eleven-year-old Shoshana and her family flee from Russian pogroms to North Dakota, where land is available to those who are willing to farm it—even Jews. But when she is bullied for being Jewish, Shoshana starts to feel like it might be easier to hide her faith, even in America.

$16.95 Hardcover

7-10 322.4

9783791375403

05/09/2023

Prestel Junior

$16.99 Hardcover

8-12 F

9781454947844

04/11/2023

Union Square Kids

Race Against Death

Hopkinson, Deborah

A thrilling account of the most daring American P.O.W. rescue mission of World War II. Unable to forget their comrades’ fate and concerned that these American and Filipino POWs would be brutally murdered, the U.S. Army Rangers undertook one of the most daring and dangerous rescue missions of all time.

Far Out!

Bustard, Anne

A lively middle grade novel set in 1960s Texas about a young, alienloving girl trying to clear her grandmother’s good name. The town is gearing up for the First Annual Come on Down Day. But a meteorite soon goes missing—and MJ’s beloved grandmother Mimi is the prime suspect.

What Was the Tulsa Race Massacre of 1921? Gayle, Caleb / Foley, Tim (Illustrator)

Learn how envy and racism led to the tragic destruction of the thriving Black community in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Before May 31, 1921, the Greenwood District of Tulsa, Oklahoma, was a thriving neighborhood of 10,000 Black residents. Then, in one weekend, all of this was lost.

$19.99 Hardcover

8-12 940.5472

9781338746167

04/18/2023

Scholastic Focus

$17.99 Hardcover Reinforced

8-12 F

9781665914192

04/18/2023

Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers

$16.99 Library Reinforced

8-12 305.896

9780593521717

04/25/2023

Penguin Workshop

A Child’s Introduction to Pride

Prager, Sarah / O’Dwyer, Caitlin (Illustrator)

In addition to teaching about the history of the LGBTQIA+ rights movement, A Child’s Introduction to Pride offers a kid-friendly guide to understanding pronouns and intersectionality, as well as explorations of “gayborhoods,” and a pull-out poster with a timeline of important events from ancient times to the modern era.

Indigenous Ingenuity

Havrelock, Deidre / Kay, Edward

A beautifully designed, interactive nonfiction work celebrating North American Indigenous thinkers and inventions. The book includes fun, simple activities and experiments that kids can do to better understand and enjoy the principles used by Indigenous inventors. Readers of all ages are invited to celebrate traditional North American Indigenous innovation.

The War Outside My Window

Croon, Janet Elizabeth (Editor) / Conrad, Kimberly (Editor)

LeRoy Wiley Gresham was born into an affluent slave-holding family in Macon, Georgia. The War Outside My Window captures the spirit and the character of a young privileged white teenager recording the demise of his world and the early beginnings of another.

Songs of America

Meacham, Jon / McGraw, Tim

An adaptation for young readers. Meacham and McGraw present the songs of patriotism and protest that gave voice to the politicians and activists who moved the country forward, seeking to fulfill America’s destiny as the land of liberty and justice for all.

$21.99 Hardcover

8-12 306.76

9780762481910

05/02/2023

Black Dog & Leventhal Publishers

Men of the 65th Aikens-Nuñez, Talia

Honor and Fidelity. That is the motto of the 65th Infantry Regiment, also known as the Borinqueneers, the only Puerto Rican unit in the U.S. Army. Aikens-Nuñez guides us through the history of the Borinqueneers and the challenges they faced leading up to the Korean War’s largest court martial.

$20.99 Hardcover

8-12 500.89

9780316413336

05/09/2023

Christy Ottaviano Books

$24.95 Hardcover

8-12 973.782

9781611215175

06/15/2023

Savas Beatie

$24.99 Hardcover

10-14 782.4209

9780593178799

04/25/2023

Delacorte Press

$37.32 Library Reinforced

10-14 951.9042

9781728449623

05/02/2023

Zest Books

Mission: Arctic

Weiss-Tuider, Katharina / Schneider, Christian (Illustrator)

Join the largest Arctic expedition ever undertaken—and discover the secrets hidden deep in the ice that reveal how one of the world’s crucial ecosystems is changing. On board the Polarstern, an icebreaker research vessel, over 500 scientists from all over the world turned their attention to this mysterious region.

The Bones of Birka

Surrisi, C. M.

How many female Viking warriors does it take to make a fact? When archaeologist Dr. Charlotte Hedenstierna-Jonson discovers that the bones contained in the most significant Viking warrior grave ever opened are in fact female, she and her team upend centuries of historically accepted conclusions.

Buffalo Flats

Leavitt, Martine

Based on true-life histories, Buffalo Flats shares the epic, coming of age story of Rebecca Leavitt as she searches for her identity in the Northwest Territories of Canada during the late 1800s. An extraordinary novel that explores Latter-Day Saints culture and the hardships of pioneer life.

America Redux Aberg-Riger, Ariel

America Redux explores the themes that create our shared sense of American identity, interrogating the myths we’ve been telling ourselves for centuries. With iconic American catchphrases as chapter titles, these 21 visual stories illuminate the astonishing, unexpected, sometimes darker sides of history that reverberate in our society to this day.

The Weight of Gold Jorgenson, Mica

The Weight of Gold explores the history of Ontario, Canada’s rise to prominence in the gold mining industry, while detailing a series of environmental crises related to extraction activities. Jorgenson reveals that Ontario’s gold mines informed knowledge which would go on to shape Canada’s mining industry over the next century.

$22.95 Hardcover

10-14 363.7009

9781771649568

05/23/2023

Greystone Kids

$19.99 Hardcover

12-19 930.1

9781641607063

04/18/2023

Chicago Review Press

$18.99 Hardcover

12-19 F

9780823443420

04/25/2023

Margaret Ferguson Books

$24.99 Hardcover

14-19 973

9780063057531

05/02/2023

Balzer + Bray

$39.95 Hardcover

14-19 622.3422

9781647791049

06/06/2023

University of Nevada Press

SOCIAL & EMOTIONAL

Molly & Nightmare

Avra, Shannon / Spencer, David (Illustrator)

Molly’s not like other girls…she wants a monster under her bed! She summons a monster called Nightmare, who tries his hardest to scare her—but he just can’t! Soon, Molly and Nightmare become great friends, and go on many adventures together.

Too Many Hugs

Pearson, Yvonne / Burobkina, Maria (Illustrator)

In this adorable—but important—book on consent, Theo teaches his family about the need for respect and personal boundaries. After a day of too many hugs, he writes his five rules for hugging and puts them on the refrigerator.

$18.99 Hardcover

3-6 E

9781648230196

04/04/2023

Pow! Kids Books

As Brave as a Lion

Meza, Erika

When she and her lion are together, one little girl feels like she can do anything. But one day, the inseparable pair decide to climb the new, dizzyingly high rocket slide at the playground together, and the girl discovers that even lions sometimes get afraid.

$17.99 Hardcover

3-6 E

9781638191483

05/09/2023

Bushel & Peck Books

$18.99 Hardcover

3-6 E

9781536225082

05/16/2023

Candlewick Press

Daddy, Can You Make Me Tall?

Novick, Rona Milch, PhD / Sebastian, Ana (Illustrator)

In this gentle story, two patient parents help an eager young boy join in the preparations for Shabbat by allowing him to do the parts he can, and helping him just enough to begin to do the rest.

$17.95 Hardcover

3-6 E

9781681155975

05/16/2023

Apples & Honey Press

BestoftheStacks

Henry the Snail

Macurova, Katarina

A gentle story about a little snail called Henry who was born without slime and therefore will never be like everyone else. When Henry finds out he‘s missing the most important element for snails, he tries to find ways to climb things just as the other snails do.

Spacemanatee!

Gilstrap, Katie / Samuel, Alice (Illustrator)

Every night, Anna Lee Manatee meets with her friend, The Loon, to stargaze. When Anna Lee shares her belief of a “Manatee on the Moon,” The Loon mocks her seemingly far-fetched idea. Determined to validate her beliefs, Anna Lee constructs a rocket ship from materials she finds in the sea.

Whatever Comes Tomorrow

Levington, Rebecca Gardyn / Cabassa, Mariona (Illustrator)

BestoftheStacks

We might not know what the future holds, but the lyrical rhyming text in this beautiful book reassures readers that they have the resilience and strength to face whatever comes their way. Whimsical illustrations make for a captivating read-aloud or bedtime story. Inspired by the author’s own experience with anxiety.

Way Past Sorry

Adelman, Hallee / Juli, Josep Maria (Illustrator)

Kat promised to be Sage’s buddy on the class trip, but when it was time to board the bus, Kat sat with someone else. Now Sage is ignoring Kat. Kat is way past sorry. Somehow, she needs to make this right again with her best friend.

$16.95 Hardcover

3-6 E

9788000067933

06/13/2023

Albatros Media

Bear Is Never Alone

Veerkamp, Marc / Verstegen, Jeska (Illustrator) / Watkinson, Laura (Translator)

A stirring, thoughtful story about the pressure to perform and the support of a true friend. When Bear sits down at the piano, he makes beautiful music, and the other animals can’t get enough. “More, more, Pianobear!” they shout. But sometimes Bear just wants to relax.

$18.99 Hardcover

3-8 E

9781433840371

03/07/2023

Magination Press

$17.99 Hardcover

3-8 E

9781646868414

03/07/2023

Barefoot Books

$18.99 Hardcover

3-8 E

9780807581056

04/01/2023

Albert Whitman & Company

$17.99 Hardcover

3-8 E

9780802856036

04/04/2023

Eerdmans Books for Young Readers

I Feel the World

Louise, Zanni / Johnson, Ameika, Dr. / Gould, Nina (Illustrator)

Inside each of us is a whole world of feelings. It is reassuring to know that no matter what we feel in this moment, all feelings are okay.

I Feel the World encourages children to explore their feelings with curiosity and acceptance.

What Does Grief Feel Like?

Leigh, Korie, PhD / Malbrough, Mike (Illustrator)

Gentle and reassuring, What Does Grief Feel Like? shares the many ways people can grieve when a loved one dies and validates children’s unique grief experiences. Open-ended questions throughout the book invite children to share what they are thinking and feeling.

$17.99 Hardcover

3-8 152.4

9781922677297

04/11/2023

Five Mile

$17.99 Hardcover

3-8 155.937

9781631987069

04/25/2023

Free Spirit Publishing

People grow up in all kinds of families, which all have their own dynamics, challenges, and perspectives. This series describes several types of families and offers young readers ways of processing their families’ experiences and accepting their classmates’ situations.

� Table of Contents

� "Did you know?" sidebars

� "Many Identities" special features

� Quiz questions

� Glossary

� Additional resources list

� Index

Reading Level Grade 2–3

Interest Level

Grades 3–5

When You’re Older

Laguna, Sofie / Watson, Judy (Illustrator)

Beautiful, warm and evocative, this stunning picture book reveals an older brother’s hopes for the amazing experiences he will share with his new baby brother—when he’s older. Join them as they explore the far reaches of this wild and amazing world, side by side every step of the way.

The Way I Feel Too

Cain, Janan

Children experience complex emotions just like adults. This book features feelings with colorful and expressive images, with simple verses to help children connect the word and the emotion. Children learn useful words, giving parents, teachers, and caregivers many chances to open conversations about what’s going on in their child’s life.

Dad and Daddy’s Big Big Family

Kirst, Seamus / Bunting, Karen (Illustrator)

Follow along as Harper learns how all these families are unique...and still part of Harper’s big big family! Harper is going to her first family reunion! Dad and Daddy tell her they’re all part of the same family, but they’re all so different! And do families need to live together?

All Kinds of Special

Sauer, Tammi / Martin, Fernando (Illustrator)

This tenderhearted picture book follows a little girl’s journey to make her new house a home, one mango at a time. Mia misses her old home, but a special mango tree captures her curiosity and sets her on a sweet voyage of discovery.

Kantiga Finds the Perfect Name

Mnensa, Mabel / Thorne, Chantelle (Illustrator) / Thorne, Burgen (Illustrator)

This endearing picture book from South Africa follows the story of a little girl who, with help from her grandmother, explores her identity and learns to appreciate her name. A beautiful tale full of color and folklore.

$18.99 Hardcover

3-8 E

9781760291341

05/02/2023

A&U Children

$16.99 Hardcover

3-8 152.4

9781641609869

05/09/2023

Parenting Press

$18.99 Hardcover

3-8 E

9781433840388

05/09/2023

Magination Press

$18.99 Hardcover Reinforced

3-8 E

9781534496033

05/09/2023

Simon & Schuster/Paula Wiseman Books

$18.95 Hardcover

3-8 E

9781623717438

05/30/2023

Crocodile Books

Birdie Lights Up the World

McLennan, Alison / Mullinder, Lauren (Illustrator)

Birdie the penguin believes she is the chosen one who lights up the world every night with her song. When the sky lights up without her one evening, she is left feeling lost and confused—until her friends help her realize her true purpose.

A Book About You and All the World Too

Reidy, Jean / Chou, Joey (Illustrator)

Perfect for celebrating a child’s next step in their social development, this book is all about the joy of stepping out into the world and discovering all the wonder, excitement, and magic that comes from collaboration and being a part of something bigger.

$19.99 Hardcover

3-8 F

9781922539489

06/13/2023

EK Books

My Grandma Is a Superhero

van

Loon, Marloes

A gentle story that helps children understand what happens when a grandparent has Alzheimer’s disease. As a determined Suzy goes on an unsuccessful quest to find Granny’s memory, she realizes that their love will never change, and Granny will always be a superhero in her eyes.

$19.99 Hardcover

3-8 E

9780063041523

06/13/2023

HarperCollins

$18.95 Hardcover

3-8 E

9781605378398

06/13/2023

Clavis Publishing

Only for a Little While Belt, Gabriela Orozco / Ayala, Richy Sánchez (Illustrator)

A heartwarming picture book with Spanish words woven in, about a father helping his daughter process her feelings of being uprooted when they temporarily have to move in with extended family. From debut author Gabriela Orozco Belt and Richy Sánchez Ayala comes a heartwarming story about family and change.

$19.99 Hardcover

3-8 E

9780063206632

06/27/2023

Balzer + Bray

“Humans are social beings, and we are happier, and better, when connected to others.”

—Paul Bloom “”

Bryson the Brave Bison

$18.99 Hardcover

Davenport,

Nate / Freshwater, Luke / Cowdrey, Richard (Illustrator)

In this world of challenges, we all need a hero. Debut authors Nate Davenport and Luke Freshwater tell the story of a bison that shows his crew and the entire herd that you can get through anything with a little bravery and self-confidence.

Enough Is...

Whipple, Jessica / Wong, Nicole (Illustrator)

For kids encountering the pressure to fit in with peers, this picturebook story explores a concept that is key to happiness: how much is enough? The pictures follow one child as she learns the difference between wanting and needing, finally becoming content and satisfied with what she has.

Anxious?

Hayes, Gail / Flook, Helen (Illustrator)

Anxious is a Choose Your Own Adventure Book in which Bubble and Slug guide each protagonist through their dilemmas. Each scenario shines a light on anxiety and asks the reader to choose between Bubble and Slug, ultimately determining how each story ends.

Grumpy Milo & Grumpy Grandpa

Spaeth, Katerina

Jesse’s family has adopted Milo the kitten from the shelter. When grumpy Milo refuses to play with Jesse and retreats to hide under the couch instead, the family thinks that is that. Until, surprisingly, Milo starts to bond with the family’s grumpiest member: Grandpa.

3-8 E

9780310153108

06/27/2023

Zonderkidz

Fenway and The Loudmouth Bird

Coe, Victoria J. / Lew-Vriethoff, Joanne (Illustrator)

Can a dog and a bird be friends? Fenway loves visiting Nana with his short human, Hattie. But this time is very different—a bird is living inside Nana’s house. It has a name, Merlin, and it speaks human! Even more surprising, Hattie wants Fenway and Merlin to be friends!

$18.95 Hardcover

5-8 E

9780884489320

04/18/2023

Tilbury House Publishers

$14.99 Hardcover

5-8 E

9781486727001

06/20/2023

Flowerpot Press Inc.

$18.99 Hardcover

5-8 E

9781223186504

06/27/2023

Paw Prints

$16.99 Hardcover

7-10 F

9780593406977

04/04/2023

G.P. Putnam’s Sons Books for Young Readers

Gender Identity for Kids Passchier, Andy

This new resource is here to help kids make sense of who they are and how they feel. This fun, heavily illustrated chapter book explains the basics of gender identity—what it is, what it means, and how to support yourself and others no matter who you are.

Just Gus

Hoyle, McCall

Return to the world of devoted working dogs and the humans they love. Gus is a livestock guardian dog with one job—protecting his farm from coyotes and foxes. One day, Diego and his dad come to visit the farm, and Gus immediately connects to the small boy.

I Am Mine Alone Díaz Reguera, Raquel

Reguera evocatively addresses the delicate theme of abusive relationships, creating awareness of what is acceptable and what is not. When Mousy moves in with Buck, she finds their life isn’t quite like she thought it would be. As time goes on, Buck becomes more possesive.

It’s Not Bragging If It’s True Avant-garde, Zaila / Dumas, Marti

Kids will be inspired to embrace their inner weirdness and persevere through obstacles after reading this empowering collection of true stories from teenage Scripps National Spelling Bee champ and Guinness World Record holder Zaila Avant-garde! Includes eight pages of never-before-seen photos.

Picture Day

Sax, Sarah

Everyone knows the most stressful day of middle school: picture day! Seventh-grader Viv never looks forward to picture day. This year, she’s taking matters into her own hands. Literally. Viv grabs a pair of scissors, her phone for live-streaming, and, well, bye-bye braid.

$15.99 Hardcover

7-10 305.3

9780316411226

06/06/2023

Little, Brown Books for Young Readers

$18.99 Hardcover

8-12 F

9781639930937

04/04/2023

Shadow Mountain

$17.99 Hardcover

8-12 F

9788419253590

04/25/2023

NubeOcho

$17.99 Hardcover

8-12 B

9780593568996

05/02/2023

Random House Books for Young Readers

$20.99 Hardcover

8-12 741.5973

9780593306888

06/27/2023

Knopf Books for Young Readers

The Gray Baron, Chris

A middle-grade novel about a boy spending the summer in the country to help deal with his anxiety. Sasha has had a tough middle-school year. When he is matched at a local ranch with a horse coincidentally named The Gray, he feels a kindred spirit, even though riding scares him.

Where to Start

Correll, Gemma (Illustrator)

A comforting and useful resource for anyone who’s struggling emotionally and looking for help. Here you’ll find clear, honest, jargon-free information about all the most common mental illnesses, including a first self-assessment test; tips on how to get help and talk about your mental health; and more.

$17.99 Hardcover

10-14 F

9781250864710

06/13/2023

Feiwel and Friends

$19.99 Hardcover

12-19 616.85

9780593531402

04/11/2023

Rocky Pond Books

Clavis’ Top Picks for Spring!

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“Rests cheerfully at the intersection of art and (early) math.” Kirkus Reviews

Piggy Series!

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SUMMER READS

ABC and You and Me

Luyken, Corinna

In this original ABC book that encourages readers to sit up and move, kids and grownups use their bodies to make the shapes of each letter (and observant readers will notice details on each page that represent those letters). This is a terrific new way to learn the alphabet.

Tenzing Norgay

Sanchez Vegara, Maria Isabel / Tulachan, Bandana (Illustrator)

From the Little People, BIG DREAMS series, discover the life of Tenzing Norgay, one of the first two people to reach the summit of Mount Everest in 1953. When Tenzing was young, he spent much of his childhood tending to the family’s yaks and gazing up at the Himalaya mountains.

Big

Harrison, Vashti

The first picture book written and illustrated by award-winning creator Vashti Harrison traces a child’s journey to self-love and shows the power of words to both hurt and heal. With spare text and exquisite illustrations, this emotionally explores of being big in a world that prizes small.

Once Upon a Fairy Tale House

Ray, Mary Lyn / Potter, Giselle (Illustrator)

This nonfiction picture book tells the true story of four sisters who used their skills and creativity to bring storybook houses from their childhood fairy tales to life in 1930s Southern California. When families moved into their new homes, they could all feel the Moody sisters’ fairy tale magic.

$18.99 Hardcover

2-5 E

9780593530467

06/06/2023

Rocky Pond Books

$15.99 Hardcover

3-6 B

9780711285712

05/02/2023

Frances Lincoln Children’s Books

$19.99 Hardcover

3-8 E

9780316353229

05/02/2023

Little, Brown Books for Young Readers

$18.99 Hardcover Reinforced

3-8 920

9781481479820

05/23/2023

Beach Lane Books

The Book of Blast Off!

Knapman, Timothy / Henderson, Nik (Illustrator)

Young readers will discover spacecraft and astronauts from 15 iconic space missions in this out-of-this-world rhyming picture book. Simple rhyming text and engaging illustrations introduce children to the space crafts, missions, and inspiring astronauts that changed the way we understand the universe.

All about Your Body

Oud, Pauline

A bright and interactive first introduction to the body, with fun games and questions. In this book, you get to know your own body, from the top of your head to the tips of your toes. Do you know the names of your body parts?

The Small and Mighty Book of Deadly Creatures

Inside, readers will discover tons of original animal art, plus a wealth of fun and fascinating creature facts. From tiny insects to powerful polar bears and sperm whales bigger than a school bus, read about the dangerous animals that come in all shapes and sizes.

$18.99 Hardcover

3-8 629.41

9781419765957

06/20/2023

Magic Cat

$17.95 Hardcover

3-8 612

9781605378589

06/27/2023

Clavis Publishing

Sweet Like Milton Hershey

Esposito, Nick / Tokumoto, Ricardo (Illustrator)

It’s another mission for the Good Guys Agency! Success can be sweet, but for the gang’s friend Jalen, it’s turned him bitter. Back in time the trio goes, this time to visit entrepreneur Milton Hershey. Milton builds a chocolate empire, but his sweetest success isn’t the business or his chocolate.

$8.95 Hardcover

5-8 590

9781800694613

05/30/2023

Orange Hippo!

$14.99 Hardcover

7-10 F

9781638190820

04/18/2023

Bushel & Peck Books

“The more that you read, the more things you will know. The more that you learn, the more places you’ll go.”

—Dr. Seuss “”

The Great Reef Rebuild

Warner, Gertrude Chandler / Orback, Craig (Illustrator)

The Aldens travel to Australia to learn about protecting the Great Barrier Reef and the animals that live there. With the help of their conservationist guide, Kayla, they learn about ways to help rebuild the damaged reef.

Aaron Slater and the Sneaky Snake

Beaty, Andrea / Roberts, David (Illustrator)

Zookeeper Fred loves snakes, but his favorite is a tiny green snake named Vern. Vern is sneaky and constantly tries to hide in Fred’s lunch. When Vern gets loose in the zoo and lands atop a boy’s head, it’s trouble!

$13.99 Hardcover

7-10 F

9780807510292

04/27/2023

Albert Whitman & Company

$12.99 Hardcover

7-10 F

9781419753985

05/02/2023

Amulet Books

The Nature Club

Elliott, Rebecca

Eva’s class is preparing for the Nature Day party. When Eva gets placed in a different club from her best friends, Lucy and Hailey, she misses them. But Eva learns new things about her classmates, and she discovers that someone in her club is also missing a friend!

Lucille Ball Had No Eyebrows?

Gutman, Dan / Steinfeld, Allison (Illustrator)

Did you know that Lucille Ball could pick up radio signals through her teeth? Or that her career was almost destroyed because she was a registered Communist? Narrated by two spirited siblings and animated by Allison Steinfeld’s upbeat illustrations.

$24.99 Library Reinforced

7-10 F

9781338745474

05/02/2023

Scholastic Inc

Too Much Trash

Galat, Joan Marie

Discover how garbage ends up everywhere—from city streets and the wilderness to farmland and the ocean. But there’s good news: litter is a problem everyone can help prevent. Find out how you can help clean up the planet for all species.

$16.95 Hardcover

7-10 B

9781324030720

05/16/2023

Norton Young Readers

$21.95 Hardcover

8-12 363.728

9781459831827

05/16/2023

Orca Book Publishers

Archibald Finch and the Curse of the Phoenix

Guyon, Michel

The saga continues with another thrilling adventure! It’s been months since our hero returned from Lemurea, but nothing is back to normal. When Archibald realizes he isn’t the only thing that crash-landed at the manor, he knows he’ll need to return to the dark world he only just left.

Andy McNab Ultimate Survival Handbook

McNab, Andy

A children’s survival guide from ex-SAS author Andy McNab. Includes authentic and useful tips for kids’ survival and safety with a 360-degree emphasis on survival in three key environments for today’s modern reader: in the wild, urban survival, and cyber-safety.

$24.99 Hardcover

8-12 F

9781524871369

05/16/2023

Andrews McMeel Publishing

$14.95 Hardcover

8-12 613.6

9781839352249

06/27/2023

Welbeck Children’s

I’m Still Here Brown, Austin Channing

An adaptation of the account of growing up Black and female in America, rewritten with new stories for young readers. Brown’s first encounter with race in America came at age seven, when she discovered her parents named her Austin to trick future employers into thinking she was a white man.

Changing World

Gibson, David

This book of bright, bold infographics illuminates the realities of climate change in hard numbers, digestible data, and vivid visualizations. Without sugar-coating or fear-mongering, this is a book that conveniently unpacks inconvenient truths in a way that is accessible to readers young and old.

Restoring Prairie, Woods, and Pond

Lawlor, Laurie

A small town with few resources comes together to restore nature and create a valuable resource for the entire community. Filled with beautiful photos, this book explains how a trail became an outdoor classroom during Covid, a STEM teaching center, a welcome respite, and a place for community engagement.

Winning the War in Your Mind for Teens

Groeschel, Craig / Mosey, Josh

Based on his bestselling book for adults. Groeschel provides teens practical, life-changing strategies for breaking free from destructive thinking and living the life God intends. Drawing upon Scripture and the latest findings of brain science, Groeschel lays out practical strategies.

$18.00 Hardcover

10-14 B

9780593240182

04/04/2023

Convergent Books

When You Wish Upon a Star

Lim, Elizabeth

What if the Blue Fairy wasn’t supposed to help Pinocchio? This New York Times best-selling series twists another Disney classic into a harrowing story in which the Blue Fairy defies fairy law, setting off a dramatic chain of events.

$19.99 Hardcover

10-14 333.72

9781800660281

04/04/2023

Cicada Books

$19.99 Hardcover

10-14 333.7209

9780823451654

04/04/2023

Holiday House

$19.99 Hardcover

12-19 248.4

9780310145448

04/04/2023

Zonderkidz

$18.99 Hardcover

12-19 F

9781368077545

04/04/2023

Disney-Hyperion

Andy Warhol & Jean-Michel Basquiat

Ferretti de Blonay, Francesca / Velo, Bernat (Illustrator)

Discover the magic that can happen when two talents meet and work together. Andy and Jean-Michel were more than 30 years apart in age, but they had an artistic connection and collaborated on over 100 works, with their different approach to painting creating a new, original, and brilliant artistic style.

To the Girl Looking for More

Valentine, Grace

In this 90-day devotional for young women, Grace Valentine encourages you to stop settling for the world’s image of post-worthy perfection and live for more: more joy, more peace, and more meaning. Grace breaks down the truth of Scripture with her genuine, been-there honesty.

Someone Is Always Watching

Armstrong, Kelley

It was a three-pronged approach: erase their memories, insert new ones, and return them to their parents or place them with a new family. But then a shocking event happens at school: Gabrielle is found covered in blood in front of their deceased principal, with no memory of what happened.

Money Out Loud

Anat, Berna / Sterling, Monique (Illustrator)

In this illustrated, accessible guide, hilarious Financial Hype Woman and content creator Berna Anat explains the basics of personal finance—from budgeting and money mindset to debt and investing— so that teens and young adults feel empowered to shape their futures and change their world.

After the Sirens

Farrell, Sharon

When Cate’s parents derail her perfect NYC life with their monumentally ill-timed divorce, she kind of loses it. A chance encounter with an EMS crew at the scene of an accident leads her to start training as an EMT while riding the city ambulances at night.

$16.95 Hardcover

12-19 770.92

9781914519796

04/11/2023

Orange Mosquito

$17.99 Hardcover

12-19 242.633

9781400236701

04/11/2023

Thomas Nelson

$18.99 Hardcover

12-19 F

9780735270923

04/11/2023

Tundra

$19.99 Hardcover

12-19 332.4

9780063067370

04/25/2023

Quill Tree Books

$18.99 Hardcover

12-19 F

9781665068444

06/13/2023

Blackstone Publishing

Work with What You Got

Clark, Zion / Hirsch, James S.

Elite wheelchair racer and wrestler Zion Clark joins with New York Times best-selling author James S. Hirsch for a stunning memoir— recounting childhood adversity, awe-inspiring perseverance, and self-invention. Born without legs due to a rare condition called caudal regression syndrome, Zion was abandoned and shunted to a fostercare system.

Charisma under Pressure

Vogel, Dan

When Joseph Smith entered Kirtland, Ohio, for the first time, he had only the year before established a church and brought forth a new book of scripture, the Book of Mormon. But just who was Joseph Smith? What motivated him? Vogel examines Smith’s life during his Ohio and Missouri sojourns.

Go Be Brave

Logothetis, Leon

Leon shares 24 (and ¾) new adventures for a fearless, wiser, and truly magnificent life. Bravery is a choice—the choice to reconnect to our humanity—and it’s one we can make every single day. This journal will strengthen your being-human muscle and remind you how brave you truly are.

Imogen, Obviously Albertalli, Becky

Imogen Scott may be hopelessly heterosexual, but she’s got the World’s Greatest Ally title locked down. Any support Lili needs, Imogen’s all in. Like when Lili drops a tiny queer bombshell: she’s told all her college friends that Imogen and Lili used to date.

$18.99 Hardcover

14-19 B

9781536224214

04/11/2023

Candlewick Press

$49.95 Hardcover

14-19 B

9781560854609

04/24/2023

Signature Books

$19.95 Hardcover

14-19 179.6

9781637742518

04/25/2023

BenBella Books

$19.99 Hardcover

14-19 F

9780063045873

05/02/2023

Balzer + Bray

Ruling Destiny Nöel, Alyson

Natasha is looking forward to her new assignment in Renaissance Italy, only to learn at the very last minute that Braxton has been reassigned and the infuriating Killian will be joining her instead. As Natasha begins putting the pieces together, she soon learns the startling truth behind Arthur’s ultimate invention.

$19.99 Hardcover

14-19 F

9781649371928

06/06/2023

Entangled: Teen