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Radar and the Raft: A True Story About a Scientific Marvel, the Lives It Saved, and the World It Changed
Jeff Lantos
Stranded in shark-filled waters after a torpedo attack, survivors of a cargo ship rely on a brilliant scientific marvel
Ages 10–14
True Stories in Focus
Race Against Death
Deborah Hopkinson
Bravery shines through archival photos and accounts of Americans and Filipinos defending the Philippines during the hard
Ages 9–14
Queen to the Rescue, A: The Story of Henrietta Szold, Founder of Hadassah
Nancy Churnin
The true story of Henrietta Szold comes to life through cubistic art, showing how one woman’s leadership saved thousands
Ages 6–10
Power of Her Pen, The: The Story of Groundbreaking Journalist Ethel L. Payne
Lesa Cline-Ransome
Ethel Payne uses her sharp writing and fierce determination to break barriers, journeying from a Chicago childhood to th
Ages 4–8
Planting Hope: A Portrait of Photographer Sebastião Salgado
Philip Hoelzel
Watercolor illustrations follow the journey of a Brazilian photojournalist who used his lens and his passion for nature
Ages 4–8
A Perfect Fit: How Lena "Lane" Bryant Changed the Shape of Fashion
Mara Rockliff
Lithuanian immigrant Lane Bryant revolutionizes the fashion world by creating stylish clothing for every body in this in
Ages 6–9
Paiute Princess
Deborah Kogan Ray
Sarah Winnemucca used her voice to bridge the gap between the Paiute tribe and white settlers in this vibrant account of
Ages 7–11
Pahua Moua #1
Pahua and the Soul Stealer
Lori M. Lee
Pahua has only three days to journey through the spirit world and reclaim her brother’s soul in this adventure steeped i
Ages 8–12
Owl's Outstanding Donuts
Robin Yardi
A persistent owl enlists 10-year-old Mattie to stop a water polluter, forcing her to confront her own shadows to save he
Ages 8–12
Our Roof Is Blue
Sara E. Echenique
For children processing the shock of a life-changing event or struggling to find their voice after a scary experience.
Ages 4–8
On the Tip of a Wave: How Ai Weiwei's Art Is Changing the Tide
Joanna Ho
For children asking about the news or seeing images of people in need, this poetic story shows how art can turn discarde
Ages 4–8
Of All Tribes: American Indians and Alcatraz
Joseph Bruchac
Seventy-eight protesters changed history when they occupied an abandoned prison island. Learn the true story of the Nati
Ages 8–12
Mr. Whiskers #1
Mr. Whiskers and the Shenanigan Sisters
Wendelin Van Draanen
A street-smart stray dog and two determined sisters team up to track down a kidnapped father and a legendary pirate trea
Ages 8–12
Mr. Pei's Perfect Shapes: The Story of Architect I. M. Pei
Julie Leung
I. M. Pei uses geometric shapes and natural light to turn his bold visions into some of the most famous structures in th
Ages 4–8
Mr. McCloskey's Marvelous Mallards: The Making of Make Way For Ducklings
Emma Bland Smith
Witness the messy, humorous, and persistent process of an artist bringing real ducks into his studio to perfect the sket
Ages 4–8
History Smashers #2
The Mayflower
Kate Messner
Historical facts replace long-standing myths about pilgrims and Native Americans through humorous illustrations, comic s
Ages 8–12
Maya Angelou Finds Her Voice
Connie Roop and Peter Roop
After a time of deep silence and sorrow, young Maya meets a patient teacher named Mrs. Flowers who helps her find the co
Ages 8–12
Mary Underwater
Shannon Doleski
Thirteen-year-old Mary seeks refuge from her father’s return by building an underwater vehicle with Kip, finding a hidde
Ages 12–16
Maria Sibylla Merian
Sarah B. Pomeroy, Jeyaraney Kathirithamby
Born in 1647, Maria Sibylla Merian spent her life meticulously observing and drawing the secret life cycles of insects t
Ages 10–14
Magda, Standing
Christine Fallert Kessides
Magda relies on the love of her German American family to stay resilient while facing the double hardships of World War
Ages 8–12
Madsi the True
S. J. Taylor
Madsi braves a perilous trek across Norway, facing extreme weather and ancient monsters to find her sister.
Ages 8–12
Lotería
Karla Arenas Valenti
Life and Death play a high-stakes game of Lotería that pulls eleven-year-old Clara into a dangerous mission to save her
Ages 8–12
Lost & Found: Based on a True Story
Mei Yu
A young immigrant from China finds a clever way to connect with her new Canadian classmates by creating her own hand-dra
Ages 5–9
Little Wooden Robot and the Log Princess, The
Tom Gauld
For siblings who are learning to look out for one another, this modern fable explores the deep bond of family and the le
Ages 4–8
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