Most Circulated Titles

Dog Man : Mothering Heights /

Pilkey, Dav, 1966-


School Library Journal starred, July 2016. Booklist starred, August 2016. Pub Weekly, May 2016. Horn Book, April 2017. Bulletin (Center for Children's Books), September 2016. Kirkus Review, June 2016. Library Media Connection, January 2017. "George and Harold have created a new hero who digs into deception, claws after crooks, and rolls over robbers. When Greg the police dog and his cop companion are injured on the job, a life-saving surgery changes the course of history, and Dog Man is born. With the head of a dog and the body of a human, this heroic hound has a real nose for justice. But can he resist the call of the wild to answer the call of duty?"--Amazon.com.
Date Published:2016

School Library Journal starred, July 2016. Booklist starred, August 2016. Pub Weekly, May 2016. Horn Book, April 2017. Bulletin (Center for Children's Books), September 2016. Kirkus Review, June 2016. Library Media Connection, January 2017. "George and Harold have created a new hero who digs into deception, claws after crooks, and rolls over robbers. When Greg the police dog and his cop companion are injured on the job, a life-saving surgery changes the course of history, and Dog Man is born. With the head of a dog and the body of a human, this heroic hound has a real nose for justice. But can he resist the call of the wild to answer the call of duty?"--Amazon.com.

Date Published:2016

The playbook : 52 rules to aim, shoot, and score in this game called life /

Alexander, Kwame.


Publishers Weekly, January 2017. Booklist, January 2017. Horn Book, October 2017. Kirkus Review, January 2017. "Kwame Alexander shares poetry and inspiring lessons about the rules of life, as well as uplifting quotes from athletes such as Stephen Curry and Venus Williams and other exemplars like Sonia Sotomayor and Michelle Obama in this motivational and inspirational book just right for graduates of any age and anyone needing a little encouragement"--
Date Published:2017

Publishers Weekly, January 2017. Booklist, January 2017. Horn Book, October 2017. Kirkus Review, January 2017. "Kwame Alexander shares poetry and inspiring lessons about the rules of life, as well as uplifting quotes from athletes such as Stephen Curry and Venus Williams and other exemplars like Sonia Sotomayor and Michelle Obama in this motivational and inspirational book just right for graduates of any age and anyone needing a little encouragement"--

Date Published:2017

Before I let go

Nijkamp, Marieke.


School Library Journal, December 2017. Booklist starred, November 2017. Library Media Connection starred, March 2018. Publishers Weekly, October 2017. Bulletin (Center for Children's Books), January 2018. Voice of Youth Advocates (V.O.Y.A.), December 2017. Returning to her small Alaska home town after her bipolar best friend's death, Corey uncovers chilling secrets about the townspeople and their treatment of Kyra prior to her drowning.
Date Published:2018

School Library Journal, December 2017. Booklist starred, November 2017. Library Media Connection starred, March 2018. Publishers Weekly, October 2017. Bulletin (Center for Children's Books), January 2018. Voice of Youth Advocates (V.O.Y.A.), December 2017. Returning to her small Alaska home town after her bipolar best friend's death, Corey uncovers chilling secrets about the townspeople and their treatment of Kyra prior to her drowning.

Date Published:2018

How Lamar's bad prank won a Bubba-sized trophy

Allen, Crystal.


When thirteen-year-old, bowling-obsessed Lamar Washington finds out that his idol is coming to town, he finds himself involved in some unsavory activities as he tries to change his image to impress people.
Date Published:2011

Surviving middle school : navigating the halls, riding the social roller coaster, and unmasking the real you /

Reynolds, Luke, 1980-


School Library Journal, April 2016. Publisher's Weekly, June 2016. Booklist, June 2016. Horn Book, April 2017. Kirkus Review, April 2016. Library Media Connection, October 2016. "A nonfiction guide to middle school... Covering topics like bullying, peer pressure, grades, dealing with difficult parents, and love and romance, this book reaches kids at a deeper level during an age when they are often considered too young to appreciate it. Readers will learn to find their own voice, begin to explore their genuine identity, and definitely laugh out loud along the way."--Publisher.
Date Published:2016

School Library Journal, April 2016. Publisher's Weekly, June 2016. Booklist, June 2016. Horn Book, April 2017. Kirkus Review, April 2016. Library Media Connection, October 2016. "A nonfiction guide to middle school... Covering topics like bullying, peer pressure, grades, dealing with difficult parents, and love and romance, this book reaches kids at a deeper level during an age when they are often considered too young to appreciate it. Readers will learn to find their own voice, begin to explore their genuine identity, and definitely laugh out loud along the way."--Publisher.

Date Published:2016

When stars are scattered

Jamieson, Victoria.


School Library Journal starred, February 2020. Notable/Best Books (A.L.A.), January 2021. Booklist starred, March 2020. Horn Book Starred, March 2020. Library Media Connection starred, August 2020. Pub Weekly, March 2020. Kirkus Starred, February 2020. "Omar and his younger brother Hassan live in a refugee camp, and when an opportunity for Omar to get an education comes along, he must decide between going to school every day or caring for his nonverbal brother in this intimate and touching portrayal of family and daily life in a refugee camp"--Provided by publisher.
Date Published:2020

School Library Journal starred, February 2020. Notable/Best Books (A.L.A.), January 2021. Booklist starred, March 2020. Horn Book Starred, March 2020. Library Media Connection starred, August 2020. Pub Weekly, March 2020. Kirkus Starred, February 2020. "Omar and his younger brother Hassan live in a refugee camp, and when an opportunity for Omar to get an education comes along, he must decide between going to school every day or caring for his nonverbal brother in this intimate and touching portrayal of family and daily life in a refugee camp"--Provided by publisher.

Date Published:2020

Dog Man.

Pilkey, Dav, 1966-


"Dog Man is down on his luck, Petey confronts his not so purr-fect past, and Grampa is up to no good. The world is spinning out of control as new villains spill into town. Everything seems dark and full of despair. But hope is not lost. Can the incredible power of love save the day?"--Provided by publisher.
Date Published:2021

Diary of a Wimpy Kid : No Brainer /

Kinney, Jeff.


When the town threatens to close their crumbling middle school and Greg realizes he'd have to go to a different school than his best friend, he rallies his classmates to save their school before it's shuttered for good.
Date Published:2023

A monster calls

Ness, Patrick, 1971-


Wilson's Senior High School, November 2012. Wilson's Junior High School, October 2012. School Library Journal starred, September 2011. Notable/Best Books (A.L.A.), January 2012. Booklist starred, July 2011. Pub Weekly, June 2011. Kirkus Starred, July 2011. New York Times, October 2011. Horn Book, April 2012. Bulletin (Center for Children's books), November 2011. Thirteen-year-old Conor awakens one night to find a monster outside his bedroom window, but not the one from the recurring nightmare that began when his mother became ill--an ancient, wild creature that wants him to face truth and loss.
Date Published:2011

Wilson's Senior High School, November 2012. Wilson's Junior High School, October 2012. School Library Journal starred, September 2011. Notable/Best Books (A.L.A.), January 2012. Booklist starred, July 2011. Pub Weekly, June 2011. Kirkus Starred, July 2011. New York Times, October 2011. Horn Book, April 2012. Bulletin (Center for Children's books), November 2011. Thirteen-year-old Conor awakens one night to find a monster outside his bedroom window, but not the one from the recurring nightmare that began when his mother became ill--an ancient, wild creature that wants him to face truth and loss.

Date Published:2011

The meltdown

Kinney, Jeff.


When snow closes Greg Heffley's middle school, he and his best friend, Rowley Jefferson, face a fight for survival as warring gangs turn the neighborhood into a wintry battlefield.
Date Published:2018

Dominican Republic

Temple, Bob.


Provides an introduction to the Dominican Republic, discussing the history, economy, people, communities, and culture of the Caribbean country.
Date Published:2009

Skeleton Creek

Carman, Patrick.


Book Links (A.L.A.), March 2010. Publisher's Weekly, December 2008. Booklist, December 2008. Horn Book, October 2009. Library Media Connection, May 2009. Although housebound following an eerie accident, teenaged Ryan continues to investigate the strange occurrences in his hometown of Skeleton Creek, recording his findings in a journal and viewing email video clips sent by fellow detective Sarah.
Date Published:2009

A year in the life of a complete and total genius

Matson, Stacey,


"Originally published as A year in the life of a total and complete genius, ÃStacey Mason, 2014"--T.p. verso. School Library Journal, October 2015. Publisher's Weekly, August 2015. Booklist, November 2015. Arthur A. Bean, junior high student and self-proclaimed genius, is determined to win the story-writing contest and become a famous writer.
Date Published:2015

Harry Potter and the cursed child

Thorne, Jack.


"Based on an original new story by J.K. Rowling, John Tiffany & Jack Thorne"--Page facing t.p. "First produced by Sonia Friedman Productions, Colin Callender & Harry Potter Theatrical Productions"--Page facing t.p. "The official script of the original West End production"--Page facing t.p. "J.K. Rowlings' Wizarding World"--Half t.p. School Library Journal, October 2016. New York Times, September 2016. Horn Book, April 2017. Bulletin (Center for Children's Books), November 2016. Library Media Connection, January 2017. Publishers Weekly Annex, August 2016. "As an overworked employee of the Ministry of Magic, a husband, and a father, Harry Potter struggles with a past that refuses to stay where it belongs while his youngest son, Albus, finds the weight of the family legacy difficult to bear"--OCLC.
Date Published:2016

"Based on an original new story by J.K. Rowling, John Tiffany & Jack Thorne"--Page facing t.p. "First produced by Sonia Friedman Productions, Colin Callender & Harry Potter Theatrical Productions"--Page facing t.p. "The official script of the original West End production"--Page facing t.p. "J.K. Rowlings' Wizarding World"--Half t.p. School Library Journal, October 2016. New York Times, September 2016. Horn Book, April 2017. Bulletin (Center for Children's Books), November 2016. Library Media Connection, January 2017. Publishers Weekly Annex, August 2016. "As an overworked employee of the Ministry of Magic, a husband, and a father, Harry Potter struggles with a past that refuses to stay where it belongs while his youngest son, Albus, finds the weight of the family legacy difficult to bear"--OCLC.

Date Published:2016

The epic fail of Arturo Zamora

Cartaya, Pablo.


School Library Journal, March 2017. Booklist starred, April 2017. Kirkus Starred, March 2017. Horn Book, October 2017. Christian Library, April 2018. Publishers Weekly Annex, May 2017. Tells the story of Arturo, who is looking forward to a relaxing summer until Carmen, a cute and funny girl moves into his apartment complex and while he deals with his stomach turning into a deep fryer over a girl, a smarmy land developer rolls into town and threatens to change it.
Date Published:2017

School Library Journal, March 2017. Booklist starred, April 2017. Kirkus Starred, March 2017. Horn Book, October 2017. Christian Library, April 2018. Publishers Weekly Annex, May 2017. Tells the story of Arturo, who is looking forward to a relaxing summer until Carmen, a cute and funny girl moves into his apartment complex and while he deals with his stomach turning into a deep fryer over a girl, a smarmy land developer rolls into town and threatens to change it.

Date Published:2017

Be prepared

Brosgol, Vera.


School Library Journal starred, May 2018. Booklist starred, April 2018. Horn Book Starred, May 2018. New York Times, March 2018. Horn Book, November 2018. Bulletin (Center for Children's Books), April 2018. Voice of Youth Advocates (V.O.Y.A.), June 2018. Kirkus Review, March 2018. Publishers Weekly Annex, April 2018. "All Vera wants to do is fit in--but that's not easy for a Russian girl in the suburbs. Her friends live in fancy houses and their parents can afford to send them to the best summer camps. Vera's single mother can't afford that sort of luxury, but there's one summer camp in her price range--Russian summer camp. Vera is sure she's found the one place she can fit in, but camp is far from what she imagined. And nothing could prepare her for all the 'cool girl' drama, endless Russian history lessons, and outhouses straight out of nightmares!"--Amazon.com.
Date Published:2018

School Library Journal starred, May 2018. Booklist starred, April 2018. Horn Book Starred, May 2018. New York Times, March 2018. Horn Book, November 2018. Bulletin (Center for Children's Books), April 2018. Voice of Youth Advocates (V.O.Y.A.), June 2018. Kirkus Review, March 2018. Publishers Weekly Annex, April 2018. "All Vera wants to do is fit in--but that's not easy for a Russian girl in the suburbs. Her friends live in fancy houses and their parents can afford to send them to the best summer camps. Vera's single mother can't afford that sort of luxury, but there's one summer camp in her price range--Russian summer camp. Vera is sure she's found the one place she can fit in, but camp is far from what she imagined. And nothing could prepare her for all the 'cool girl' drama, endless Russian history lessons, and outhouses straight out of nightmares!"--Amazon.com.

Date Published:2018

Sparky : the life and art of Charles Schulz /

Gherman, Beverly


Wilson's Children, October 2010. Wilson's Junior High School, September 2011. School Library Journal, August 2010. Publisher's Weekly, June 2010. Booklist, June 2010. Horn Book, October 2010. Kirkus Review, May 2010. A biography of Peanuts creator Charles Schulz, illustrated with photographs and selections from the comic strip.
Date Published:2010

Inside of a dog : what dogs see, smell, and know /

Horowitz, Alexandra.


School Library Journal, February 2016. Booklist, January 2016. Horn Book, October 2016. Library Media Connection, August 2016. Science Books & Films (A.A.A.S.), January 2017. "... scientist and dog-owner Alexandra Horowitz explains how dogs perceive their daily worlds, each other, and that other quirky animal, the human."--Provided by publisher.
Date Published:2016

Nightbooks

White, J. A.,


School Library Journal starred, March 2018. Pub Weekly, May 2018. Booklist, May 2018. Kirkus Review, June 2018. "A boy is imprisoned by a witch and must tell her a new scary story each night to stay alive"--Provided by publisher. her.
Date Published:2018

Dog Man Lord of the Fleas

Pilkey, Dav, 1966-


Kirkus Starred, August 2018. "When a new bunch of baddies bust up the town, Dog Man is called into action--and this time he isn't alone. With a cute kitten and a remarkable robot by his side, our heroes must save the day by joining forces with an unlikely ally: Petey, the World's Most Evil Cat. But can the villainous Petey avoid vengeance and venture into virtue?"--OCLC.
Date Published:2018