| Rebellion 1776 by Laurie Halse AndersonIn 1776 Boston, smallpox sweeps through the city, the Patriots try to push out the British Loyalists, and 13-year-old Elsbeth can't find her father. Taking a job with a wealthy family, Elsbeth discovers new friendships -- and new dangers. This sharp yet sensitive story offers a detailed slice of American history. (Ages 10-13.) |
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| Speak Up, Santiago! by Julio Anta; illustrated by Gabi MendezThough he's bilingual, middle schooler Santi speaks way more English than Spanish. He's trying to change that while visiting his Abuela Emma in the Latin American neighborhood of Hillside Valley, but his frustration and embarrassment keeps getting in the way. This graphic novel series-starter is packed with authentic characters and crisp, bright artwork. (Ages 8-12.) |
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| Isle of Ever by Jen CalonitaAfter growing up poor, 12-year-old Benny is thrilled to learn that she could inherit a life-changing fortune -- but only if she can unravel centuries-old riddles and find a long-vanished island within the next two weeks. The magical treasure hunt in this series opener is sure to keep you on the edge of your seat. (Ages 8-12.)
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| Right Back at You by Carolyn MacklerA quirk in space-time leads to a pair of impossible pen-pals: Mason, who's facing bullies and parent problems in 2023 New York, and Talia, who's dealing with anti-Jewish classmates and unhelpful friends in 1987 Pennsylvania. For fans of: the time-travel friendship in The First State of Being by Erin Entrada Kelly. (Ages 9-13.) |
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Once for Yes
by Allie Millington
After the Laroe family lost a daughter and their apartment building is slated for demolition, 11-year-old Prue Laroe fights to save it and so learns she can move on without leaving her sister behind, in a story about the importance of memory. (Ages 8-12.)
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| One Wrong Step by Jennifer A. NielsenIt's 1939, and nobody has ever reached the top of Tibet's Mt. Everest. British 14-year-old Atlas and his dad hope to be among the first. Their climb, however, is charged with danger, from Nazi spies to a life-threatening avalanche. Fascinating details will keep you turning the pages of this historical adventure. (Ages 9-13.) |
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Fresh Start
by Gale Galligan
After years of constantly moving, imaginative, anime-loving Ollie and her family have finally settled in one place. Now Ollie just has to figure out how to make friends without the option of running away anytime she messes up. Manga-style art and real-feeling emotions make this graphic novel a breeze to read. (Ages 8-13.)
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| Speechless by Aron Nels SteinkeNew sixth-grader Mira can speak just fine at home, or when she's making stop-motion animations, but at school? The words just won't come. Friendship complications add another layer to this realistic, easy-to-read graphic novel from the author of the Mr. Wolf's Class series. (Ages 8-12.) |
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