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Books for Kids and Tweens February 2024 |
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| Between Two Brothers by Crystal AllenA rare argument between shy 13-year-old Isaiah and his beloved older brother Seth is bad enough. But it’s made much worse when an accident leaves Seth in a coma before Isaiah can apologize. Isaiah’s relatable voice will pull you into this heart-wrenching yet hopeful story. (Ages 8-12.) |
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| The Selkie's Daughter by Linda Crotta BrennanIn coastal Nova Scotia, human-seal shapeshifter Brigit has to hide her heritage, even while protecting her home and family from deadly threats. Blending painful reality with the tragedy and heroism of folklore, this historical fantasy is an intense, gripping read. (Ages 9-13.) |
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| Amil and the After by Veera HiranandaniA year after his family fled to Bombay from their home in Pakistan during the violent 1947 Partition from India, 12-year-old Amil (who is both Muslim and Hindu) uses art to work through his difficult emotions. Though it’s a sequel to The Night Diary, this deep, vivid story stands on its own. (Ages 8-13.)
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| Slugfest by Gordon KormanA gang of misfit students share the narration in this offbeat, warm-hearted story about how their 8th-grade Physical Education Equivalency class (aka Slugfest) turns them into unlikely friends and teammates. Read-alike: The Breakaways, by Cathy G. Johnson. (Ages 9-13.) |
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| The Unbeatable Lily Hong by Diana MaAfter secretly entering a video competition, aspiring filmmaker Lily is roped into a traditional Chinese dance fundraiser to support her parents’ struggling Chinese school. To succeed at both, Lily needs help from lots of people -- including her archenemy, Max Zhang. (Ages 8-12.) |
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| Just Shy of Ordinary by A.J. SassHoping that a new routine will relieve the anxiety they’ve been hiding, nonbinary 13-year-old homeschooler Shai starts public school, where they’re placed in 9th grade. But can a year of new crushes, fading friendships, and big school projects really make them less stressed? (Ages 9-14.)
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| Not Quite a Ghost by Anne UrsuViolet is dealing with lots of changes: moving into a big old house, starting middle school, and coming down with a mysterious new illness. Not to mention the creepy shadows she sees in the pattern of her bedroom’s wallpaper... For another eerie but all-too-realistic read, try Riley’s Ghost by John David Anderson. (Ages 8-12.) |
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| Lulu Sinagtala and the City of Noble Warriors by Gail D. VillanuevaLulu loves Tagalog legends, but she’s shocked to discover that they’re true: her adoptive family are deities, her best friend is a shape-shifter, and she herself has powerful magic. Laugh-out-loud funny and with a main character you’ll root for, this mythological series opener will grab fans of Tracy Badua’s Freddie vs. the Family Curse or Roshani Chokshi’s Pandava series. (Ages 8-12.) |
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| Shark Teeth by Sherri WinstonSharkita “Kita” Hayes is terrified of being separated from her siblings again, like when their mama left them. Mama’s back now, but how is Kita supposed to trust her? This story about an unstable family covers some tough stuff and offers complicated, authentic characters. (Ages 9-12.)
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| The Misfits: A Royal Conundrum by Lisa Yee; illustrated by Dan SantatOlive Cobin Zang is used to feeling lonely and invisible. That changes, however, after she’s chosen to train as an undercover crime-fighter with four other offbeat, unusually talented kids. This quirky series opener is packed with suspense. Read-alike: Mrs. Smith's Spy School for Girls by Beth McMullen. (Ages 8-12.) |
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Contact your librarian for more great books!
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