Social Emotional Learning

Discover the inspiring true story of Isatou Ceesay, an African woman who started a recycling movement to combat the pollution caused by plastic bags in her community. For years, plastic bags Read More →

Tom, a teen struggling to understand his sexual identity, flees Toronto for a summer of freedom in Vancouver, where something exciting is about to happen: the Gay Games. Living with his "out" Read More →

Tonight, the sheep can't sleep. The pasture is floodlit by a strange new star and their shepherds have disappeared. They must have been kidnapped by a UFO—or perhaps they've gone to meet the Read More →

It's never easy to go back, especially when the memories you've been running from suddenly resurface. When Annie returns to her home village after a long absence, she rediscovers the diary… Read More →

Nadia is thrilled that she made the Hoops Academy JV basketball team. The only thing left standing in her way is Pre-Algebra. Nadia’s grades are slipping and she’s worried about being able to Read More →

Marches are organized to celebrate and recognize greatness, as well as to raise awareness and fight inequality. Throughout history, inspirational leaders have come forward as heroes for their Read More →

In and out of juvie since he was thirteen, Ryan is running out of chances. This time, Ryan is determined to stay out for good. Being just a few months shy of eighteen means that next time… Read More →

Set in a co-ed environment, this book follows teens Jillian and Jacob, who must attempt to deal with their problems through communication, problem-solving, and teamwork, not unlike the… Read More →

Seventeen-year-old Ana Santos has ambitions to make it big in music. When she signs a contract with the owner of a music café, she has no idea there are sexual strings attached. This book… Read More →

Explains "ouch moments" in kid-friendly terms, offers practical strategies for what kids can do to help, and empowers kids to stand up to mean and hurtful language. Microaggressions or “ouch… Read More →

Nhia and his neighbors take care of the community garden together. Pairs with the nonfiction title, I Care for My Community. Read More →

Leaders can be all sorts of people, like your teacher or your coach. They help us to be good citizens. Full-color photographs and easy-to-read text help readers understand why leaders are important. Read More →

When Jayden's mom returns from the Navy, they are going to find a home. Meanwhile, he stays with his grandparents and explores different types of homes. The one thing that makes a home is love. Read More →

Rules and laws keep us safe, but they also help us to be good citizens. Engaging photographs and leveled text help young readers understand why we have rules. Read More →

After a fire destroys his home and neighborhood, a young boy must learn what it means to be resilient and to recover. Let me tell you about that one day everything was there, and then there… Read More →

Cassandra's life keeps changing, and she's learning that her unusual gift can't fix everything. Her first dates with her maybe-boyfriend Tristan weren't exactly what she dreamed they would… Read More →

Outta Here is the story of a lively and imaginative small-town teen living with a mom whose pain medication has led to addiction, leaving little money for basics—like food. Elise's best… Read More →

A wild California mystery full of feathers, sprinkles, and more Ever since Mattie Waters lost her mother, she's been sharing a trailer with her aunt Molly, the proud owner of Owl's… Read More →

A laugh-out-loud interfaith holiday story celebrating Jewish joy, friendship, and the beauty of every tradition! Enjoy this heartwarming and hilarious holiday picture book as Jewish,… Read More →

Watch Paco as he works toward the goal of getting his wheels under him to learn how to ride a bicycle. Pairs with the nonfiction title Setting Goals. Read More →

Set against a backdrop of the threat of wildfires on the West coast, this book looks at the effect changes at home can have on a young athlete's performance and the emotional support a team… Read More →

When a mystery device comes between two best friends, will they learn to share or decide they're better off without it at all? Panda and Penguin are best friends . . . until they find the… Read More →

There are no second chances in the Pangu Star System. Ver and Aryl, apprentices at the most prestigious biology lab among the system’s moons, know this better than anyone. They’ve left… Read More →