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New Children's Titles March 2024
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I can open it for you
by Shinsuke Yoshitake
A little boy imagines all the things he will be able to open once he gets bigger, but for now he needs his parents' help
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Pretty ugly
by David Sedaris
"In this hilarious illustrated fable, Anna Van Ogre loses her lovely monstrous looks and is turned into a sickeningly adorable, rosy-cheeked little girl. It starts her on a journey to learn an unforgettable lesson about true beauty"
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The 156-story treehouse : Holiday Havoc!
by Andy Griffiths
On Christmas Eve, Andy and Terry are behind on their holiday preparations?—?and become even more so when Santa's sleigh crash-lands in the treehouse, the reindeer become tangled in the branches and Santa falls into the cloning machine.
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Dino-Thanksgiving
by Lisa Wheeler
The irrepressible characters from Dino-Halloween invite readers to follow along as they travel over the river and through the woods to join family members in a corn maze, a televised balloon parade, a game of football, and feasts for both carnivores and veggie-saurs.
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The Goodnight Train Easter
by June Sobel
It's all aboard the Goodnight Train as it takes a springtime ride and encounters bunnies, chicks and a magical Easter egg hunt, in this delightful bedtime board book that has egg-shaped peek-a-boo die-cuts on every page.
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Hanukkah upside down
by Elissa Brent Weissman
Two cousins?—?one in New York and one in New Zealand?—?compete to see who can celebrate the best Hanukkah but discover that despite the distance, they have more in common than they thought, and that family is what matters most.
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How to catch Santa Claus
by Alice Walstead
The Catch Cub Kids, amidst Christmas chaos, must help Santa dodge traps and avoid obstacles to deliver presents on time, in this hilarious holiday STEAM title that encourages reading, learning and imagination.
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I am thankful : a Thanksgiving book for kids
by Sheri Wall
Thanksgiving is a time to come together with our loved ones and give thanks for all that we have. Kids will learn how to be thankful for the people and world around them as they delight in an exciting Thanksgiving adventures
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Karen's surprise
by Ann M. Martin
"Cast as the Thanksgiving turkey in her class play?—?the worst part of all, Karen plans a big surprise so no one will laugh at her as she walks across the stage in a big brown suit."
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Mrs. Maccabee's miracle
by Elka Weber
The five Maccabee sons are always losing things, and their mom is ever there to remind them where to look, but when they cannot find the oil to light the Temple menorah after defeating the Greek army, they must remember her sage advice. Includes the story of Hanukkah
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St. Patrick's Day, here I come!
by David Steinberg
Follows a group of children on St. Patrick's Day, from wearing celebratory green clothing to trying out some Irish dancing.
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Teeny tiny turkey
by Rachel Matson
"This teeny tiny turkey doesn't know what to bring to a harvest party with all of her friends. Will she find the perfect way to help and be thankful? Discover this festive Thanksgiving read-aloud, full of vibrant illustrations and bouncy rhymes, perfect for the holiday!"
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Thankful for family
by Stan Berenstain
"In this festive fall board book, the Berenstain Bears share what they're thankful for as Thanksgiving fast approaches, including the changing seasons, falling leaves and, most important of all, family! "
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What are you thankful for?
by Natalie Shaw
"Readers can join JJ, TomTom and YoYo as they make crafts to show their mom and dad how thankful they are for them!
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A wild, wild Hanukkah
by Jo Gershman
A colorful cast of wild animal characters, from a perky polar bear to toothy tigers, crash a Hanukkah party, coming together to sing, make latkes and spin dreidels until Hanukkah comes to an end.
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Picture Books for Older Readers
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B is for bellies : a celebration of every body!
by Rennie Dyball
"Letter by letter, B Is for Bellies is a joyous picture book celebration of every body from A to Z! This ode to self-love and kindness encourages us to remember that every body is worthy of respect, whether it be letting go on the dance floor or engagingin peaceful rest"
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Eyes that weave the world's wonders
by Joanna Ho
"In this heartfelt companion to Eyes That Kiss in the Corners, a young trans-racial adoptee learns to appreciate both her birth culture and her adopted family's culture, discovering these differences are part of her and what makes her beautiful. "
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I absolutely, positively love my spots
by Lid'ya C. Rivera
This love letter to kids with vitiligo stars a young girl who celebrates her skin, which makes her stand out in a unique and beautiful way.
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I am a rainbow!
by Mark Kanemura
When his beautiful, flowing cape, which makes him feel free to shine all over Honolulu, goes missing, Mark loses his new confidence and wonders how to get it back, in this real-life inspired story that celebrates self-acceptance.
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Kicks in the sky
by C. G. Esperanza
When a few special pairs of sneakers get knocked down from telephone wires all over the city and imbue the kids who try them on with magical abilities, they wonder where these colorful kicks came from?—?and who would leave them behind.
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My grandfather's song
by Nguyen Quang Phung
"Long ago, Grandfather came to a new land. Fish swam in the water, birds chirped in the sky, monkeys played in the trees. And in this wilderness, with his own two hands, Grandfather built a house. It wasn't easy. But the land gave him what he needed. Andit became his home. Decades later, his grandson will have all he needs: a head full of memories, two capable hands, and the heart to appreciate family, nature, and home. This picture book creates a warm symphony of conservation and the sacred bond between grandparent and child, perfect for baby showers, birthdays, and family celebrations"
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My powerful hair
by Carole Lindstrom
In this empowering story about family history, self-expression and reclaiming your identity, a young girl cannot wait to grow her hair long to honor the strength and resilience of those who came before her.
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My shadow is purple
by Scott Stuart
"My dad has a shadow that's blue as a berry, and my mum's is as pink as a blossoming cherry. There's only those choices, a 2 or a 1. But mine is quite different, it's both and it's none. A book about being true to yourself...This story considers gender beyond binary in a vibrant spectrum of color"
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Natural me
by MzVee
"Inspired by her hit song“Natural Girl,” the award-winning musician presents this ode to young girls on their journey to self-empowerment, sisterhood and self-love that speaks to beauty inside and out. "
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Nesting dolls
by Vanessa Brantley-Newton
"Longing to be just like her gorgeous Gullah Geechee family, Anylaka learns through her Grandma's special set of nestling dolls that what's on the outside doesn't always tell the whole story??—??and that her unique beauty has been growing within her for generations.
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On the edge of the world
by Anna Desnitskaya
In mirroring stories set in Russia and Chile, Vera and Lucas long for a friend to share their separate, but surprisingly similar, adventures
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Rani's remarkable day
by Saadia Faruqi
Sneaking away from the palace in search of adventure, lonely and bored princess Rani heads to the beach where she becomes just a kid who's not so great at building sandcastles, and while there, finds something special-a friend.
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Salat in secret
by Jamilah Thompkins-Bigelow
"A boy named Muhammad receives a special salat rug on his seventh birthday. Seven is the age when Muslim children are encouraged to pray, and Muhammad is determined to do all five daily prayers on time. But one salat occurs during the school day---and he's worried about being seen praying at school...In the end, with help from his teacher, he finds the perfect place to pray"
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Saving the sun
by Emma Pearl
When the sun sinks and loses its fire during their annual vacation on Summer Island, Luna and Poppa find a way to return the sun to its rightful place and set it ablaze using creativity, imagination and new friends.
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Say my name
by Joanna Ho
Children from different backgrounds introduce themselves and convey the meaning and history behind their names, sharing their cultures and ethnicities and emphasizing the importance of identity and saying names correctly.
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Soren's seventh song
by Dave Eggers
Tired of the dull, droning, endless songs popular among the adult whales, young humpback whale Soren finds his new tunes garnering negative feedback and even some whale vomiting, but refuses to give up, in this upbeat take on creativity and persistence.
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These olive trees
by Aya Ghanameh
"It's 1967 in Nablus, Palestine. Oraib loves the olive trees that grow outside the refugee camp where she lives. Each harvest, she and her mama pick the small fruits and she eagerly stomp stomp stomps on them to release their golden oil. Olives have always tied her family to the land, as Oraib learns from the stories Mama tells of a home before war. But war has come to their door once more, forcing them to flee. Even as her family is uprooted, Oraib makes a solemn promise to her beloved olive trees. She will see to it that their legacy lives on for generations to come"
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To the other side
by Erika Meza
"A girl reframes the dangerous border crossing between Mexico and the United States as a game to help her brother through the journey"
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Tokyo Night Parade
by J. P. Takahashi
"The night parade is about to begin. The ground thunders in Tokyo. A gust of wind blows. The pitter patter of paws and claws draws closer. The air is thick with swirling, swooping demons. It's Eka's favorite evening of the year, the one night she refusesto miss. But it's become harder to travel to Japan now that she's living across the world in New York. Unsure of when she can return next to see her yokai friends, Eka tries to forget that this could be her last parade for some time. Instead, she'll march, sing, dance, hoot, and screech until sunrise. Because on this night, there's no time to waste--the night parade awaits"
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Whatever comes tomorrow
by Rebecca Gardyn Levington
Inspired by the author's own experience with anxiety, this reassuring picture book helps readers understand they have the resilience and strength to face whatever comes their way.
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When I wrap my hair
by Shauntay Grant
"This joyful, inspiring and powerful love letter to hair wrapping ties together past and present as it recognizes and demonstrates how knowledge is passed through generations. "
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When you can swim
by Jack Wong
Inviting children into the natural world and its watery wonders, this celebration of learning to swim, told through expansive vignettes, follows a diverse cast of children and families as they experience the joy of nature's lessons.
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Words between us
by Angela Pham Krans
"When his Grandma arrives from Vietnam, Felix is excited to spend time with her, except she doesn't know English and he doesn't know much Vietnamese, until they decide to teach each other, connecting over their shared love of pizza and words. "
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Agents of S.U.I.T. : from Badger to worse
by John Patrick Green
"That's right, Bongo and Marsha, the super-spy Badgers, are on the case...and way over-budget. When S.U.I.T. realizes just how much money the Badgers waste with their gadgets and spy vehicles and custom plush toys, they're sent to Bora Bora to investigate a case...the old-fashioned way. The bees-that's "bee-ee-ee," like the insect-that run the resort are hiding something under the tropical sands, and Marsha and Bongo are just the bumbling agents to crack this pineapple-flavored case wide open"
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The Bailey School Kids: Dragons don't cook pizza
by Angeli Rafer
"When the Bailey School Kids visit Jewel's Pizza Castle, they think they're in for just a regular pizza party, despite the fun medieval decor. But when they see smoke and hear roars coming from the kitchen, they wonder what's going on. Could Sir George be keeping a dragon there?"
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Beaky Barnes and the devious duck
by David Ezra Stein
"Watch out for the devious duck! A new bird has arrived in Simpleton and is here to ruffle some feathers with a plan to trick the townspeople out of their money. For what, you might ask? Buying freshly baked bread! (A duck's favorite snack, of course.) Meanwhile, the chef wants to hire a baker, the inspector is looking to get strong, and the inventor is trying out some new (explosive) ideas for a kitchen invention contest. But what about our favorite chicken? Well, her egg is now an adorable baby chick,and Beaky Barnes is catching on to the duck's tricks"
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Beaky Barnes : egg on the loose
by David Ezra Stein
Beaky Barnes, a no-nonsense chicken who is determined to save her desirable egg, must outwit a hungry inspector, a desperate chef, and an entrepreneurial woman on her tail, to make her escape
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Big Nate : this means war!
by Lincoln Peirce
When a challenger threatens his status as the owner of P.S. 38's filthiest locker, Nate is determined to win the slob-off and throw his competitor straight into the trash.
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Burt the Beetle lives here!
by Ashley Spires
Searching for the perfect home to settle down in, Burt the Beetle feels discouraged until a rainstorm brings about an unexpected surprise, in this combination of fact and fiction about the many different places insects call home.
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Dog Man : The Scarlet Shedder
by Dav Pilkey
After an encounter with a skunk, Dog Man, now scarlet red after being dunked in tomato juice, is exiled but must find a way to save those who shunned him when an all-new, never-before-seen villain unleashes an army of A.I. robots.
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Gnome and Rat
by Lauren Stohler
This hilarious new early graphic novel series introduces best friends Gnome and Rat who live in an enchanting forest where they know how to have a good time!
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Gnome and Rat : time to party
by Lauren Stohler
With his best friend Gnome's 133rd birthday fast approaching, Rat feels a little left out since he doesn't have a day of his own to celebrate until they come up with an entirely new holiday, discovering they'll always have something special to celebrate: each other.
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Hilo : Rise of the Cat Book 10, Rise of the cat
by Judd Winick
When Polly is sent to a magical boarding school for bad kids after breaking too many rules, she discovers something strange is going on and must get to the bottom of the mystery and reunite with Hilo and friends on Earth.
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Magic Tree House, the graphic novel : Afternoon on the Amazon
by Jenny Laird
Embarking on yet another dangerous adventure, siblings Jack and Annie find themselves lost in the Amazon Rainforest, where they encounter killer ants and vampire bats, and must make their way through the jungle before nightfall.
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Otis & Peanut. 1
by Naseem Hrab
In three stories told in graphic-novel form, long-haired guinea pig Otis and naked mole rat Peanut explore themes of loss, fear of change and cooperation, while demonstrating what it means to be a supportive and caring friend.
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Owly : tiny tales
by Andy Runton
Exploring social and emotional themes, this adventure-filled collection of nine standalone stories follows Owly, Wormy and their forest friends as they discover that the power of friendship has the ability to conquer all challenges.
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Super Magic Boy : I Am a Dinosaur!
by Jarod Rosellâo
Hugo, a young boy who changes the world around him, climbs, smashes and goes on adventures with his best friend, Dino
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Zooni tales : keep it up, plucky pup
by Vikram Madan
"Join pup Zooni and the zoo crew on a series of rhyming adventures: finding a lost shoe, exploring mountain caves, and getting lost at sea"
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Above the Trenches: A WWI Flying Ace Tale
by Nathan Hale
This edge-of-your-seat page turner recounts the adventures of the Lafayette Escadrille, the first American pilots to fight in WWI for the French military, and how they went down in history with other legendary flying aces, like the Red Baron and his Flying Circus.
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Amulet, 9 : Waverider
by Kazu Kibuishi
This electrifying conclusion to the #1 New York Times best-selling series follows Emily as she travels to Typhon to confront the fraud who has seized power in the absence of a king and must rely on new friends and old enemies to survive the threat of darkness.
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Bea Wolf
by Zach Weinersmith
"When their evil neighbor, aka the guardian of gloom, lays siege to Treeheart, a kid-forged sanctuary, turning them into pimply teenagers and sullen adults, the survivors of the onslaught call out for Bea Wolf?—?an unbreakable warrior with a penchant for mischief.
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Blue Stars: The Vice Principal Problem
by Kekla Magoon
When cousins Riley, who has a way with people, and Maya, a tech wizard, move in with their activist grandma, they get off to a rocky start until they join forces as superheroes to stop their school culture from being threatened by money, power and lies.
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Cryptid Kids, 1: The Bawk-ness Monster
by Natalie Riess
Before she moves away to a new city, Penny wants to prove that she was truly saved from drowning by the Bawk-ness Monster but instead must rescue kidnapped cryptids from an evil collector along with Luc and K.
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Duel
by Jessixa Bagley
When her popular sister Gigi humiliates her on the first day of school, Lucy snaps and challenges her to a duel with high sisterly stakes that divides the school into factions and fractures their family even further.
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Eerie tales from the School of Screams
by Graham Annable
Guaranteed to scare readers silly, this collection of five terrifying tales follows Davis and Emily as they listen to their classmates tell the spookiest, most chilling stories ever.
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Enlighten me
by Minh Lãe
After standing up to a bully who made fun of his Vietnamese heritage, Binh is forced to participate in a silent meditation retreat where he unexpectedly loses himself in the stories of the Buddha's many past lives, finding inner peace and belonging.
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Evil spy school, the graphic novel
by Stuart Gibbs
After being expelled from spy school, 12-year-old Ben Ripley accepts an offer to join evil crime organization SPYDER, crossing over to the dark side until he discovers their sinister plan and must get word to the good guys without getting caught.
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Grace needs space!
by Benjamin A. Wilgus
Joining Kendra, one of her moms, on a long-awaited summer adventure to a faraway moon, Grace makes a decision that jeopardizes their relationship and must find a way to get through to her mom and salvage their trip.
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I survived the battle of D-Day, 1944
by Georgia Ball
"With his French village under Nazi control, Paul Colbert joins a secret resistance after rescuing an American paratrooper and gets his chance to make a difference in the midst of the largest invasion in history, working to do his part in turning horror into hope.
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Lost time
by Tas Mukanik
Twelve-year-old Evie gets trapped 65 million years in the past and must learn to survive with only her wits...and the pterosaur she befriends
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Making friends : together forever
by Kristen Gudsnuk
When the new hit TV show My Magical Best Friend stars her magical best friend, Madison, Dany realizes Madison is dropping hints for Dany to rescue her, but with no magical sketchbook at her fingertips, what can she do?
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Nat enough, 5: All is Nat lost
by Maria Scrivan
When an overnight class trip to Philadelphia gets off to a bad start, with one disaster after another, Nat must turn things around or lose the independence her parents' finally gave her.
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Squire & Knight
by Scott Chantler
Staying behind to catch up on some reading while his inept boss, Sir Kelton, rides off to slay a demonic dragon, Squire soon notices something isn't quite right about this cursed village and seeks to uncover its secrets.
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Stories of the islands
by Clar Angkasa
"Based on the graphic novelist/illustrator's favorite childhood stories and gorgeously illustrated with a dedicated color palette for each tale, this collection of reimagined Indonesian fairy tales is filled with spectacular landscapes, deep emotions and a firm belief in the power of girls' stories.
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Alvin Ailey
by Kaitlyn Duling
"This book gives young readers a backstage pass to Alvin Ailey's incredible career as a dancer and choreographer. Director of a world-renowned dance theater, Ailey used dance to explore stories of race and sexuality, and proved that there are no limits when you dare to dream--and dance. A timeline, post-reading questions, and an interactive activity to develop reading comprehension skills are also included"
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Pura Belpré
by Annette M. Clayton
Pura believed the library was for everyone. Using her skills in storytelling, she encouraged Hispanic children to visit the library by creating bilingual story hour. Her community outreach helped to make the Hispanic people in New York City feel included. Learn about how Pura impacted her community, resulting in the annual Pura Belpré Award, in this inspirational biography, part of the Leaders Like Us true story books based on real life book series.
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Yuri Kochiyama
by Karen Su
This book introduces readers to the life of political activist Yuri Kochiyama, a Japanese American who was incarcerated during World War II. Yuri went on to be a leader in many of the liberation struggles of her time.
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