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Kids' Books September 2019
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| Mighty Jack and Zita The Spacegirl by Ben HatkeWhat it’s about: When Earth is menaced by tentacled aliens AND angry giants, intergalactic heroine Zita joins forces with modern fairy tale hero Jack to defend the planet.
Who it’s for: Fans of Zita’s and Jack’s solo series (both by author Ben Hatke) can jump right in to this crossover adventure, while newcomers may want to start at the beginning with Zita the Spacegirl and Mighty Jack. |
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Tin
by Pádraig Kenny
In an alternate 1930s England where robots want more than anything to feel human, Christopher discovers that he harbors a secret in his past and his robot friends try to help him uncover the truth
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The missing piece of Charlie O'Reilly
by Rebecca K. S. Ansari
Baffled when his 8-year-old brother suddenly disappears and nobody, including their parents, remember him, Charlie teams up with a loyal best friend before making profound magical discoveries that imperil their existence. A first novel. 30,000 first printing. Simultaneous eBook.
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The Bolds in trouble
by Julian Clary
The Bolds, a family of hyenas masquerading as humans, try not to raise the suspicions of their human neighbors, but trouble soon arrives when a very sly fox starts making a nuisance of himself and it is up to the Bolds to try and stop him
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Jed and the junkyard rebellion
by Steven Bohls
Jed's potential is unlocked, but even more questions arise as he confronts his past and contemplates his future
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| Me, Frida, and the Secret of the Peacock Ring by Angela CervantesThe place: Mexico City’s Casa Azul, where 12-year-old Mexican American visitor Paloma becomes fascinated by famous Mexican artist Frida Kahlo.
The mystery: When Paloma’s new friends Lizzie and Gael reveal that they’re searching for Frida’s missing peacock ring, Paloma -- inspired by her love of mystery books -- agrees to help them.
For fans of: the art details, fast pacing, and you-are-there settings of Blue Balliett’s art mysteries. |
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| Stella Díaz Has Something to Say by Angela DominguezWhat it’s about: Stella Diaz loves drawing, betta fish, and her family. She doesn’t love being in a different 3rd-grade class than her best friend, especially not after she’s assigned to give a speech in front of the whole class.
Who it’s for: new chapter book readers who like realistic stories about school, family, and friends.
You might also like: Juana Medina’s Juana & Lucas, which also has cartoon art and a Spanish-speaking heroine who's frustrated by English. |
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| Nothing Up My Sleeve by Diana LópezIntroducing: 12-year-old friends Loop, Dominic, and Z, who are each dealing with complicated family issues when they discover a new magic shop in their town and decide to train for a statewide stage magic contest.
Read it for: the excitement of competition, characters who talk like real people, and practical tips for doing magic tricks. |
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| Love Sugar Magic: A Dash of Trouble by Anna MerianoWhat it's about: Annoyed that she’s not allowed to help at her family's small-town Texas bakery, Leo Logroño steals a magical recipe book and cooks up a big mess.
Don't miss: the recipes at the end (magic not required).
Series alert: If you're charmed by the magical mayhem and cozy family bonds in this fantasy, you're in luck -- it's the 1st in a series, followed by A Sprinkle of Spirits. |
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| Stef Soto, Taco Queen by Jennifer TorresWhat it’s about: Instead of letting her take the bus to school, Stef Soto’s papi drops her off in the family’s battered, embarrassing old taco truck, Tia Perla. Stef hates being seen as the “Taco Queen,” but when the family business is threatened, she might have to step up in Tia Perla's defense.
Why you might like it: Breezy and sprinkled with Spanish, Stef Soto, Taco Queen serves up a fresh, warm-hearted slice of life. |
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Contact your librarian for more great books for ages 8-11!
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