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Women in the Military: From Drill Sergeants to Fighter Pilots
In December 2015, the Pentagon changed a rule to allow American women to serve for the first time ever in front-line ground combat troops. Women have fulfilled many military roles throughout… Read More →
Girls on the Line
A powerful, dual-narrative coming-of-age story set in 2009 China. Luli has just turned sixteen and finally aged out of the orphanage where she's spent the last eight years. Her friend Yun has Read More →
The Vast Wonder of the World: Biologist Ernest Everett Just
"A must-purchase picture book biography of a figure sure to inspire awe and admiration among readers."—School Library Journal (starred review) Extraordinary illustrations and lyrical text… Read More →
I, Claudia
A 2019 Michael L. Printz Honor Book Disaffected teen historian Claudia McCarthy never wanted to be in charge of anything at the elite Imperial Day Academy. She never even wanted to be… Read More →
The Flight of Swans
Based on the Brothers Grimm's fairy tale Six Swans, The Flight of Swans follows Ryn's journey to save her family and their kingdom. Princess Andaryn's six older brothers have always been her Read More →
Inside the Villains
Internationally bestselling, oversized lift the flap book that reveals the secrets of the most famous fairytale villains. Explore if you dare! Take a look inside and discover the villainous… Read More →
The Magic of Melwick Orchard
After more moves than they can count, Isa's family finally puts down roots. People in town are afraid of the abandoned orchard behind their home, but Isa and her sister Junie are happy to… Read More →
Peace and Me: Inspired by the Lives of Nobel Peace Prize Laureates
What does peace mean to you? This beautifully-illustrated collection of inspirational ideas about peace is based on the lives of Nobel Peace Prize Laureates of the 20th and 21st centuries,… Read More →
All Eyes on Alexandra
Alexandra Crane is terrible at following her family in their flying Vee. She can't help it that the world is so full of interesting and distracting sights! When it's time for the Cranes to… Read More →
Coming Up Clutch: The Greatest Upsets, Comebacks, and Finishes in Sports History
From the Series Spectacular Sports
The sports world is full of epic comebacks, upsets, chokes, and clutch performances. The most memorable buzzer-beating baskets, double-digit comebacks, and unexpected meltdowns are all here… Read More →
Death Eaters: Meet Nature's Scavengers
What happens to the bodies of animals and humans after death? Nature's army of death eaters steps in to take care of clean up. Without these masters of decomposition, our planet would be… Read More →
Detective Gordon: A Case for Buffy
From the Series Detective Gordon
The final story in this big-hearted series takes on the most important case ever investigated in Detective Gordon's forest—where is Buffy's mother? Gordon faces his old nemesis, the fox, in… Read More →
Diet for a Changing Climate: Food for Thought
The United Nations supports a compelling solution to world hunger: eat insects! Explore the vast world of unexpected foods that may help solve the global hunger crisis. Weeds, wild plants,… Read More →
Discover Earth
From the Series Searchlight Books ™ — Discover Planets
With a focus on STEM and late-breaking information, this book shows how scientists have made discoveries about Earth throughout history and how they will continue to do so in the future. Read More →
Discover Jupiter
From the Series Searchlight Books ™ — Discover Planets
With up-to-date scientific information on scientists' latest discoveries and a focus on STEM, this engaging title shows readers what we already know about Jupiter and what scientists hope to… Read More →
Discover Mars
From the Series Searchlight Books ™ — Discover Planets
Vivid photos and up-to-date information teach readers about Mars, including details on climate and geography, how scientists have explored the planet, and what they hope to find out about… Read More →
Discover Mercury
From the Series Searchlight Books ™ — Discover Planets
Young readers will explore Mercury and learn what scientists hope to discover about it in the future. Engaging text discussing up-to-date scientific information paired with photos from NASA… Read More →
Discover Neptune
From the Series Searchlight Books ™ — Discover Planets
How have scientists explored Neptune? What do they hope to discover about the planet in the future? Through vibrant photos and STEM highlights on geography, climate, and more, readers will… Read More →
Discover Saturn
From the Series Searchlight Books ™ — Discover Planets
Informative text filled with STEM highlights teaches readers about Saturn, including recent discoveries made by the Cassini spacecraft and information about how scientists' ideas about the… Read More →
Discover Uranus
From the Series Searchlight Books ™ — Discover Planets
Read about scientists' recent discoveries about Uranus and what they hope to find out about the planet in the future. Up-to-date information and a focus on STEM will keep readers engaged and informed. Read More →
Discover Venus
From the Series Searchlight Books ™ — Discover Planets
Up-to-date scientific information will engage readers as they learn about Venus. With a focus on STEM and new discoveries, this informative text examines the planet Venus and discusses what… Read More →
Eavesdropping on Elephants: How Listening Helps Conservation
Deep in the Central African Republic, forest elephants trumpet and rumble along with the forest’s symphony. And scientists are listening. Scientist Katy Payne started Cornell University’s… Read More →
Jane Austen: Her Heart Did Whisper
In a time of formal dances, courtyard courtships, and strict ideas about a woman's role in the world, Jane Austen looked at the England around her and created unforgettable art. Before she… Read More →
My Beijing: Four Stories of Everyday Wonder
A 2019 Batchelder Honor Book Yu'er and her grandpa live in a small neighborhood in Beijing—and it's full of big personalities. There's a story around every corner, and each day has a hint of Read More →