SEL: A Self-Awareness

Harriet Flores struggles with boredom and an unrequited crush while learning to manage her chronic illness through a long, hot, 1990s summer in Chicago. She uses her imagination to cope,… Read More →

Miguel hasn't missed El Salvador since arriving in North America with his mother and sister. But with his father still in El Salvador and gangs shaking down the old neighborhood, life isn't… Read More →

Leona Tate, Gail Etienne, and Tessie Prevost didn't set out to make history. But when these three Black first graders stepped into the all-white McDonogh No. 19 Public School in New Orleans… Read More →

Stigma is everywhere around us. People may mistrust the unhoused or discriminate against those suffering from an addiction. They may change the way they interact with someone after… Read More →

Sarimah has played soccer in her home in Syria but everything changes when her family suddenly moves to Canada. Now, Sarimah must learn English and adapt to the cold winter weather. Her… Read More →

Snow White is one of the best players on the village soccer team. But the trouble is, she wants to score all the goals herself. How can she become a team player instead? Learn about… Read More →

Big Bird y sus amigos ayudan a los pequeños lectores a aprender la manera de ocuparse de los contratiempos. Los niños aprenden a tener un diálogo interno positivo, cómo pedir ayuda y más… Read More →

"A compelling narrative layered with intersections of gender, sexuality, and spirituality."—Booklist After an assault, bigender seventeen-year-old Aleks/Alexis is looking for a fresh… Read More →

Mary's new in town. She’s worried about starting classes at her new school. That's why her mom calls the Helper Hounds—and why Sparkplug, the wildly handsome, wickedly smart, card-carrying,… Read More →

Ben Cheng used to live the good life—he had wealthy parents, lots of friends, and respect as an online gamer. But when his parents separate, Ben's life changes entirely. He moves to a small… Read More →

Danny is scared to tell the truth. After he saw someone steal some bikes, now he has to see that person in court and tell what he did. To help calm Danny's fears on the big day, his parents… Read More →

The animals are having fun on the class field trip to the park, but Starfish feels scared to try something new. Can anyone help her feel a little bit brave? This relatable story helps kids… Read More →

Twelve-year-old Bela has always dreamed about becoming a famous Bollywood star, and now the opportunity might finally be within her grasp. When a reality TV show gives her the chance to dance Read More →

Familiar characters from Sesame Street and a friendly question-and-answer format help make the subjects of coronavirus, COVID-19, and quarantine accessible to young children. Read More →

Star player Janine leads her hockey team to victory at the provincial championships. But on the way home from the game, a car accident leaves her paralyzed from the waist down. Her best… Read More →

Xinyue, a treasure hunter turned guardian of a baby deity, has escaped death—and awakened in a strange new land. Qiliu, the boy he once called brother, has been captured by enemies—and must… Read More →

Evan just wants to win a game. Bobby would rather fight than win. Hockey—and life—keep handing them both losses. Their team, the Strikers, has a roster of rejects in hand-me-down coats but… Read More →

There's a new baby in Simon's house. "When's that stupid baby going back to the hospital?" he asks. "He's been here for three whole days!" This follow-up to the international bestseller Poo… Read More →

An imaginative adventure for any child hoping to make a new friend, and for when a new place doesn’t yet feel like home. Elliott has just moved into a new house. He spends his days with his… Read More →

Archie comes back from his summer away to find that he is the only kid in Grade 6 who has not grown bigger. Even his best friends Alfie and Shamini have gotten taller, and Shamini has… Read More →

Even the mightiest of superheroes sometimes need a cuddle from their mom… SuperJoe is convinced he doesn’t need cuddles from his mom. He flies around the neighborhood rescuing people from… Read More →

SuperJoe—superhero in the making—is far too busy to say sorry. He tears around the house sending invading space aliens back into orbit, rescuing passengers from sinking ships, and bravely… Read More →