SEL: A Self-Awareness

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Not Yet a Yeti

A feel-good story about self-identity, growing up and family love. "It’s not fair," George said to his mom when she came back from chasing some hikers. "I'm still not yet a yeti." Everyone Read More →

  • Lexile: 490
  • ATOS: 2.4
  • Dewey: [E]
  • Copyright: 2019

No Way, They Were Gay?: Hidden Lives and Secret Loves

From the Series Queer History Project

"History" sounds really official. Like it's all fact. Like it's definitely what happened. But that's not necessarily true. History was crafted by the people who recorded it. And sometimes,… Read More →

  • Lexile: 1110
  • Dewey: 306.76/60922
  • Copyright: 2021
Fall 2023

Odwar vs. the Shadow Queen

From the Series The Intasimi Warriors

Will Odwar learn the lesson that strength of heart is the most powerful strength of all? After their spectacular showdown against the Red Oloibon, Odwar and his friends are hoping for a bit… Read More →

  • Lexile: 830
  • Dewey: [Fic]
  • Copyright: 2023

Oh, Sir Bragalot!

"I climbed a rainbow!" "I caught a star!" "I flew to the moon!" Once upon a time there was a knight called Sir Bragalot who liked nothing more than to brag and boast all day long . . . He… Read More →

  • Lexile: 520
  • Dewey: [Fic]
  • Copyright: 2022

Okay, Joey

From the Series I Care (Pull Ahead Readers People Smarts — Fiction)

Maren and Joe are siblings. Maren shares her snacks and toys, and they spend time together. Pairs with the nonfiction title, I Care for My Sibling. Read More →

  • Lexile: 180
  • Dewey: 428.6/2
  • Copyright: 2023

Old Man of the Sea

From the Series Lantana Global Picture Books

A trip around the world for a young boy and his boat-loving grandpa where the true joy of discovery lies not in the countries they visit but in the blossoming relationship between them.… Read More →

  • Lexile: 660
  • ATOS: 4.2
  • Dewey: [Fic]
  • Copyright: 2019

One Brave Summer

From the Series Quartz Creek Ranch

Paley Dixon is not excited about six weeks on a horse ranch without access to the virtual world of Dragonfyre. In-game, she's the Blue Elf, strong and powerful. In the real world, she's… Read More →

  • Lexile: 660
  • Dewey: [Fic]
  • Copyright: 2017

One Plastic Bag: Isatou Ceesay and the Recycling Women of the Gambia

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 →

  • Lexile: 570
  • ATOS: 2.9
  • Dewey: 363.72880966
  • Copyright: 2015
Fall 2023

One Summer in Vancouver

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 →

  • Dewey: [Fic]
  • Copyright: 2023

On the March

From the Series Time for Change

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 →

  • Lexile: 640
  • ATOS: 4.3
  • Dewey: 741.5
  • Copyright: 2023

Open Ice

From the Series Lorimer Sports Stories

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 →

  • Lexile: 620
  • Dewey: [Fic]
  • Copyright: 2021

Open Secrets

From the Series Lorimer SideStreets

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 →

  • Lexile: 550
  • Dewey: [Fic]
  • Copyright: 2021

Oscar Seeks a Friend

From the Series Lantana Global Picture Books

What if you could turn the world the other way around and take a peek at what's on the other side? Perhaps if you did, you would find something you never expected. Such as friendship. When… Read More →

  • Lexile: 530
  • ATOS: 2.9
  • Dewey: [Fic]
  • Copyright: 2019

Our Garden

From the Series I Care (Pull Ahead Readers People Smarts — Fiction)

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

  • Lexile: 260
  • Dewey: 428.6/2
  • Copyright: 2023

Out on a Limb: Book 2

From the Series Cassandra: Animal Psychic

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 →

  • Lexile: 420
  • Dewey: 741.5/944
  • Copyright: 2020
Spring 2024

Outta Here

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 →

  • Dewey: [Fic]
  • Copyright: 2024

Paddle Battle

From the Series Lorimer Sports Stories

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 →

  • Lexile: 580
  • Dewey: [Fic]
  • Copyright: 2021
Spring 2024

Pangu's Shadow

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 →

  • Dewey: [Fic]
  • Copyright: 2024

Panic

A page-turning story about a teen's struggle to overcome her fears on her quest for truth, strength, and stardom. Madelaine loves music, loves the stage, and loves performing. When she finds… Read More →

  • Lexile: 600
  • Dewey: [Fic]
  • Copyright: 2019

Paper Butterflies

June's life at home with her stepmother and stepsister is a dark one—and a secret one. Not even her dad knows the truth, and she can't find the words to tell anyone else. She's trapped like a Read More →

  • Lexile: 520
  • ATOS: 3.6
  • Dewey: [Fic]
  • Copyright: 2017

Parents Here and There: A Kid's Guide to Deployment

Parents have many different jobs. Some work in the military and are away from home for months or years. When your parent is gone, you miss what you did together. What are some things you can… Read More →

  • Lexile: 540
  • Dewey: 355.1/2
  • Copyright: 2021

Parents Like Mine

From the Series Many Ways

A child's parents can be a mom and dad, dad and dad, single parents, stepparents, and more. Explore the many ways that different parents care for their children. Read More →

  • Lexile: 440
  • Dewey: 306.874
  • Copyright: 2021

Peep!

Dot isn’t like the other dogs: she doesn’t like going out for walks, and she doesn’t like going to the park. Her favorite thing is staying at home with her favorite toy and best friend, Peep. Read More →

  • Lexile: 550
  • Dewey: [E]
  • Copyright: 2021

Penny Helps Portia Face Her Fears

From the Series Helper Hounds

Portia has overcome a lot in life. Born with Down syndrome, Portia has been through many surgeries, lots of doctor's appointments, and strange looks from people who want to limit what she can Read More →

  • Lexile: 660
  • ATOS: 3.5
  • Dewey: [E]
  • Copyright: 2020