Hike
Hike Grab your gear! It’s time to get outside. A near-wordless picture book, Hike provides an excellent opportunity to start telling the story yourself. Where will you hike next?
The One and Only Ivan
The One and Only Ivan It’s rare that a book breaks my heart as much as this one did. The One and Only Ivan is phenomenal. All around worthwhile.
The Elements of Pop-up
The Elements of Pop-up Have you ever read a pop-up book and wondered how it was created? The Elements of Pop-Up gives concise instructions on paper engineering that allow you to make your own pop-up art! Perfect for hands-on teenage artists who are looking for something new.
Pumpkinheads
Pumpkinheads While Josiah struggles to say goodbye to a place he loves, Deja tries to encourage him to enjoy the present moment. While especially sweet in the fall, this story is one I enjoy all year round.
The Queen of Attolia
The Queen of Attolia This book will stay with you. Complex emotional relationships and intricate character arcs are just the tip of the iceberg. There’s war, love, betrayal, trauma, and not a small amount of mischief. It is technically the second book in the Queen’s Thief series, but could be read as a stand-alone. If … Read more
I’ll Give You the Sun
I’ll Give You the Sun Anyone who has siblings knows that even while you love them CRAZY, sometimes they drive you CRAZY! This book explores sibling rivalry from both perspectives and asks hard questions about how we interact with the ones we love.
This Was Our Pact
This Was Our Pact An epic quest filled with tough decisions, complicated friendships, and lots of heart. I found it hard to put this book down. Every year on the night of the Autumn Equinox Festival, the town gathers to release lanterns into the river. Legend says the lanterns travel so far they eventually alight … Read more
A First Time for Everything
A First Time for Everything Sometimes middle school stinks. Dan knows firsthand what it feels like to be on the outs. When his mom signs him up for a school trip to Europe with the same kids who made middle school miserable, Dan can’t believe his bad luck. Full of heart, laughter, and extremely embarrassing … Read more
Brown Girl Dreaming
Brown Girl Dreaming Jacqueline Woodson’s own account of finding her place in the world. Emotional, accessible, and heartfelt. Told in verse, each word is powerful and authentic.
Barb the Last Berzerker
Barb the Last Berzerker Action-packed, snack-packed, and friends who’ve got your back. This book is hands down FUN!