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Books for Kids and Tweens June 2025 |
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Billions to burn
by Taylor Banks
Twelve-year-old Zeus Jones is just about the only person in the world who believes in his grandfather's stories about the Harlem Renaissance. To be fair, they are a bit far-fetched. After all, what are the chances that there was a renowned magazine called Burn! whose headquarters literally burned down, destroying almost every single copy? Filled with interactive clues and puzzles, young readers will love solving this mile-a-minute mystery right alongside Zeus! - from the Publisher. (Ages 8-13.)
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| At Last She Stood: How Joey Guerrero Spied, Survived, and Fought for Freedom by Erin Entrada KellyPopular, award-winning author Erin Entrada Kelly branches into nonfiction with this book about the heroic yet little-known Josefina "Joey" Guerrero. As a young Filipina during World War II, Joey spied for the Allies, only to face another battle: fighting for fair treatment as a person with Hansen’s disease. For fans of: Steve Sheinkin, Candace Fleming, and other authors of high-stakes true stories. (Ages 9-13.) |
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| Maeve Mulvaney Has Had Enough by Kelly ManganStarting 8th grade in “Nowhereville,” Florida, outspoken newcomer Maeve is bullied for everything from her weight to her love of comic books. She’s not going to take it quietly, though -- not when she’s got art skills and allies. If you like sarcastic characters and authentically messy feelings, don’t miss this realistic read. (Ages 10-13.) |
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| Spirit Service by Sarena and Sasha NanuaAfter getting zapped by an unusual old rotary phone, middle school friends Raveena, Aiko, Blair, and Lillian suddenly gain the ability to talk to spirits -- and there are a lot of spirits in their eccentric hometown. Combining the upbeat friendships of The Baby-Sitters Club with creepy paranormal events, this series starter will grab lots of different readers. (Ages 8-12.) |
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| El Niño by Pam Muñoz Ryan; illustrated by Joe CepedaTwo years ago, Kai’s sister Cali, a champion swimmer, disappeared in the Pacific Ocean. Now, grieving and struggling to live up to Cali’s legacy, eighth-grader Kai becomes obsessed with the legendary undersea queen Califia. Blending mythology with reality, this illustrated tale will appeal to readers who love outside-the-box storytelling. Read-alike: Secrets We Tell the Sea by Martha Riva Palacio Obón. (Ages 8-13.) |
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| Band Nerd by Sarah Clawson Willis; illustrated by Emma CormarieSeventh grade at Windley School of the Arts isn’t easy for Lucy, and her dad’s out-of-control drinking makes things difficult at home, too. Still, Lucy’s decided that she will win first-chair flute, no matter what. Clean-lined artwork keeps the focus on emotions in this moving graphic novel. (Ages 9-13.) |
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