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Books for Kids and Tweens April 2025 |
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| 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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When Sally O'Malley discovered the sea
by Karen Cushman
When orphan Sally O'Malley decides to go west to the sea, she encounters a dangerous bobcat and meets a lady, a donkey, a dog and a brat and learns that counting on someone else is the scariest thing of all.
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The song of orphan's garden
by Nicole M. Hewitt
In an increasingly cold arctic world, Lyriana and her brother Zave seek sanctuary in the Orphan's Garden, and when the garden is in danger, she and Brob, a Giant boy, must see if Humans and Giants can work together.
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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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Ellis Island : immigration and the American dream
by Felipe Galindo
Discover the storied past of Ellis Island, which once housed the main immigration processing center for the U.S., documenting upwards of 12 million people between 1892 and 1954, in a nonfiction comic.
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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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Contact your librarian for more great books!
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