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Red Menace
“Young readers will find this compelling story sharply relevant . . .”—Booklist View →
Surviving a Shark Attack: Bethany Hamilton
“Told in a fast-paced, exciting tone and filled with well-chosen photographs, these titles afford readers a realistic glimpse into the lives of incredible individuals and will inspire them to face their own hardships with resilience and hope.”—Booklist View →
Sincerely, Harriet
“Middle-grade readers will relate to Harriet’s anxiety about fitting in and making friends, while also exploring subjects like ableism and intersectionality, which Searle depicts with grace and empathy.”—Booklist View →
Hair!: Animal Fur, Wool, and More
“In this delightful volume, readers learn how to distinguish the distinctive kinds of hair mammals have and their numerous and often very important uses.”—Booklist View →
When Plants Attack: Strange and Terrifying Plants
“Curious readers will be eager to learn more about these creepy plants.”—Booklist View →
The NBA Playoffs: In Pursuit of Basketball Glory
“Doeden combines his knowledge of the sport and its history with a sportswriter’s flair for drawing readers into the excitement of a particular play, a rewarding combination for young basketball fans.”—Booklist View →
Tuskegee Airmen
“Useful for older readers reading below grade levels as well as middle-grade students, this series offers engaging presentations on aspects of the war.”—Booklist View →
Girls on the Line
“[A] much-needed look at the people who produce the goods we rely on worldwide and the hardships they face. . . . Readers will learn much from this absorbing and realistic tale.”—Booklist View →
Light the Menorah!: A Hanukkah Handbook
“Jules offers readers a compendium of information detailing the celebration of Hanukkah, a Jewish holiday with historic rather than biblical origins. She provides traditional candle blessings (in English and Hebrew); original poems and short reflections about each of… View →
Extreme Longevity: Discovering Earth's Oldest Organisms
“Readers will enjoy learning about these amazing organisms.”—Booklist View →
Death Eaters: Meet Nature's Scavengers
“By providing context and a big-picture approach to death, Halls equips young readers with understanding from which comfort and awe can grow.”—Booklist View →
Diet for a Changing Climate: Food for Thought
“Readers interested in embracing invasivorism might want to try their hand at some of the recipes, which include Wild Kudzu Salsa, Pasta and Periwinkles, and Crisp and Crunchy Beetle Croutons.”—Booklist View →
A Dog Named Haku: A Holiday Story from Nepal
“A happy ending will have readers cheering for the brothers and probably begging for a puppy of their own.”—Booklist View →
True to You
“This volume in the Real Love series successfully uses a high/low format that will appeal to reluctant readers as well as wrestling fans.”—Booklist View →
Detective Gordon: A Case for Buffy
“[A]n adventure that young readers (and prereaders lucky enough to hear it read aloud) will enjoy.”—Booklist View →
Science Educator and Advocate Bill Nye
Prepare for ramped-up STEM engagement with the latest installment in the STEM Trailblazer Bios series. In four to five brisk, photo-filled chapters, entries showcase each innovator’s early life, education, career, and… View →
Hurricane Harvey: Disaster in Texas and Beyond
“[A] perfect starting point for young readers looking to learn more about hurricanes and about the damage this particular hurricane brought upon Texas . . .”—Booklist View →
The Weaver
“[T]he underlying, sympathetically portrayed message of finding ways to cope with losing beloved things is one readers may relate to and appreciate.”—Booklist View →
The Spy Who Played Baseball
Baseball player—Moe Berg—who went by the name of Runt Wolfe—“didn’t just steal bases. He stole enemy secrets.” Jones describes Berg’s childhood in New Jersey, where his love for baseball was matched by his love of learning. Berg played for the… View →
Gal Gadot, best known for playing the title role in Wonder Woman, grew up a long way from Hollywood. Born and raised in Israel, she became a confident, athletic young woman who represented her country in the Miss Universe pageant before serving two years in the military, where she taught View →
Coding in the Real World
With bright, colorful illustrations and a pleasantly jumbled layout, these titles in the Kids get Coding series introduce key computer programming concepts to early elementary-schoolers. Each volume uses approachable, everyday examples and a friendly tone to both explain why coding is… View →
Gal Gadot: Soldier, Model, Wonder Woman
“Readers looking for information about Wonder Woman and Gadot will find this a timely and very positive account of the actress’ life.”—Booklist View →