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The Boy at the Back of the Class
Onjali Q. Raúf
For the child who notices a peer sitting alone at lunch or wonders why a new student doesn't speak their language yet. A
Ages 8–12
The Boy and Girl Who Broke the World
Amy Reed
When a hopeful boy and a pessimistic girl cross paths, their seaside town’s myths of dragons and impending apocalypse be
Ages 14–18
The Big Green Book of the Big Blue Sea
Helaine Becker
For the curious young scientist who wonders how the ocean works and wants to protect our blue planet through hands-on di
Ages 8–12
The Big Flood
Wendy Pfeffer
For the child curious about natural wonders or feeling anxious after hearing about storms, this book explains how commun
Ages 5–9
The Best Time of Day
Eileen Spinelli
For the child grappling with the reality of war and seeking a story of resilience and belonging amidst extreme hardship.
Ages 10–14
The Best Story
Eileen Spinelli
For the child grappling with the harsh reality of injustice and the struggle to maintain humanity and identity in a worl
Ages 10–14
The Beloved World of Sonia Sotomayor
Sonia Sotomayor
For the child who needs to see that a chronic health diagnosis or humble beginnings cannot limit their biggest dreams.
Ages 8–12
The Amazing Flight of Darius Frobisher
Bill Harley
For the child grappling with the sudden absence of a parent, this whimsical adventure offers a soaring escape fueled by
Ages 8–12
Tell Me Three Things
Julie Buxbaum
For the teenager navigating the heavy cloud of grief while trying to find a sense of belonging in a brand new, intimidat
Ages 14–18
Teen Incarceration: From Cell Bars to Ankle Bracelets
Patrick Jones
For the teen or caregiver seeking to understand the complex reality of the American juvenile justice system, from detent
Ages 12–18
Who's Changing the World?
Taking Action for Civil and Political Rights
Eric Braun
For the young person who sees unfairness in the world and wants to help. This guide empowers middle schoolers to turn th
Ages 10–14
Take the Mic: Fictional Stories of Everyday Resistance
Bethany C. Morrow
For teens navigating a world that feels unfair, this anthology provides a powerful mirror for those learning to stand up
Ages 12–18
Take Me With You When You Go
David Levithan, Jennifer Niven
For the teenager navigating the weight of a difficult home life and the complicated hope of finding safety and independe
Ages 14–18
Survivors of the Holocaust
Kath Shackleton
For the young reader beginning to ask difficult questions about world history, these six personal accounts offer a sensi
Ages 10–15
Sunday Shopping
Sally Derby
For the child who loves to dream big despite having little, this story celebrates the power of imagination and the warmt
Ages 4–8
Strong Voices: Fifteen American Speeches Worth Knowing
Tonya Bolden
Words have the power to shift the course of a nation, as seen through fifteen pivotal addresses ranging from the America
Ages 8–12
Strong as Sandow: How Eugen Sandow Became the Strongest Man on Earth
Don Tate
For the child who feels small or lacks confidence in their physical abilities, this story shows how dedication can trans
Ages 6–10
A Stopwatch from Grampa
Loretta Garbutt
A small stopwatch becomes a powerful bridge between a boy and his late grandfather, ticking through memories and the qui
Ages 4–8
Stand Up! Speak Out!: A Story Inspired by the Climate Change Revolution
Andrew Joyner
For the child who wants to help the planet but feels too small to make a difference.
Ages 4–8
Spilled Water
Sally Grindley
Eleven-year-old Lu Si-yan fights to maintain her hope and resilience after being sold into domestic service and forced t
Ages 10–14
Sparks Fly Upward
Carol Matas
For the child facing major life changes or family hardship, this story offers a mirror of resilience as Janni navigates
Ages 9–12
Soul Lanterns
Shaw Kuzki
During Hiroshima's lantern festival, Nozomi begins a search for the person her mother honors with an unnamed lantern eve
Ages 10–14
Sorry You're Lost
Matt Blackstone
For the middle schooler navigating the heavy fog of losing a parent while trying to figure out the messy, awkward world
Ages 10–14
Songbird and the Rambutan Tree, The
Lucille Abendanon
In 1942, young Emmy must find the inner strength to survive the harsh and brutal conditions of a Japanese-run prison cam
Ages 10–14
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