New Titles

Where the wild things are

Sendak, Maurice.


A naughty little boy, sent to bed without his supper, sails to the land of the wild things where he becomes their king.
Date Published:1963

Everything awesome about space and other galactic facts

Lowery, Mike, 1980-,


"Perfect for fans of Dog Man who love nonfiction, this is the definitive, go-to book about everything AWESOME you EVER wanted to know about all things outer space Uncover a wealth of weird, wacky, and wild facts about our universe, from planets to supernovas to space travel and everything in-between, told in Mike Lowery's signature, acclaimed comic style with bright and energetic artwork, fresh framing devices, and hilarious jokes. This is the go-to book for space enthusiasts that kids will put in their backpacks and obsess over, bridging the gap between encyclopedic nonfiction content and lighter picture book fare, filling the need with a one-stop shop for the legions of 7-10 year olds who want to know absolutely everything there is to know about space. This book joins Everything Awesome About Dinosaurs and Other Prehistoric Beasts and Everything Awesome About Sharks and Other Underwater Creatures in this groundbreaking nonfiction series, covering the topics that kids love with a fresh and one-of-a-kind graphic novel approach. Discover the must-have, out-of-this-world guide for space fanatics, a madcap field guide full of facts and humor, and learn everything you ever wanted to know about outer space!" --
Date Published:2021

"Perfect for fans of Dog Man who love nonfiction, this is the definitive, go-to book about everything AWESOME you EVER wanted to know about all things outer space Uncover a wealth of weird, wacky, and wild facts about our universe, from planets to supernovas to space travel and everything in-between, told in Mike Lowery's signature, acclaimed comic style with bright and energetic artwork, fresh framing devices, and hilarious jokes. This is the go-to book for space enthusiasts that kids will put in their backpacks and obsess over, bridging the gap between encyclopedic nonfiction content and lighter picture book fare, filling the need with a one-stop shop for the legions of 7-10 year olds who want to know absolutely everything there is to know about space. This book joins Everything Awesome About Dinosaurs and Other Prehistoric Beasts and Everything Awesome About Sharks and Other Underwater Creatures in this groundbreaking nonfiction series, covering the topics that kids love with a fresh and one-of-a-kind graphic novel approach. Discover the must-have, out-of-this-world guide for space fanatics, a madcap field guide full of facts and humor, and learn everything you ever wanted to know about outer space!" --

Date Published:2021

Strega Nona : an original tale /

De Paola, Tomie


Wilson's Children, November 1996. Elem. School Library Collection, June 2000. School Library Journal. Book Links (A.L.A.), May 1999. Library Journal. Booklist. New York Times. Horn Book. Kirkus Review. When Strega Nona leaves him alone with her magic pasta pot, Big Anthony is determined to show the townspeople how it works.
Date Published:1975

To fly among the stars : the hidden story of the fight for women astronauts /

Siegel, Rebecca.


School Library Journal, January 2020. Booklist starred, December 2019. Kirkus Review, January 2020. Library Media Connection, March 2020. "Recounts the early years of air and space exploration and the daring exploits of America's first astronauts--both the men and women who were called upon to train"--OCLC.
Date Published:2020

Monstrous mammals : Who Would Win? /

Pallotta, Jerry,


"4 books in 1!"--Cover. Includes index. "Which dangerous animals would win in a fight? Find out in this awesome bind-up of four books in the popular Who Would Win? series. The collection features a range of mammal battles to satisfy all kinds of animal fans, including Coyote vs. Dingo, Lion vs. Tiger, Rhino vs. Hipppo, and Walrus vs. Elephant Seal."--Provided by publisher.
Date Published:2024

Because of the rabbit

Lord, Cynthia.


On the last night of summer, Emma tags along with her game warden father on a routine call. They find a little bunny and Emma convinces her father to bring him home for the night. The next day, Emma starts public school for the very first time after years of being homeschooled. More than anything, Emma wants to make a friend in school.
Date Published:2019

Captain Underpants and the tyrannical retaliation of the Turbo Toilet 2000

Pilkey, Dav, 1966-


Booklist, August 2014. Horn Book, October 2015. Kirkus Review, June 2014. The monstrous Turbo Toilet 2000 is determined to take revenge on George, Harold, and Captain Underpants.
Date Published:2014

Last gate of the Emperor

Mbalia, Kwame.


Pub Weekly, March 2021. Booklist, April 2021. Enduring an isolated existence in hardscrabble Addis Prime, a star underground augmented reality gamer finds his small family targeted by city-razing monsters waging a galaxy-spanning war.
Date Published:2021

Rules

Lord, Cynthia.


Wilson's Children, October 2010. Wilson's Junior High School, January 2010. Notable/Best Books (A.L.A.), January 2007. School Library Journal, April 2006. Publisher's Weekly, April 2006. Booklist, February 2006. Horn Book, October 2006. Bulletin (Center for Children's books), May 2006. Kirkus Review, March 2006. Frustrated at life with an autistic brother, twelve-year-old Catherine longs for a normal existence but her world is further complicated by a friendship with an young paraplegic.
Date Published:2006

Wilson's Children, October 2010. Wilson's Junior High School, January 2010. Notable/Best Books (A.L.A.), January 2007. School Library Journal, April 2006. Publisher's Weekly, April 2006. Booklist, February 2006. Horn Book, October 2006. Bulletin (Center for Children's books), May 2006. Kirkus Review, March 2006. Frustrated at life with an autistic brother, twelve-year-old Catherine longs for a normal existence but her world is further complicated by a friendship with an young paraplegic.

Date Published:2006

Battle royale

Pallotta, Jerry.


"5 books in 1!" Contains five volumes of the "Who Would Win?" series that introduce facts about predatory animals, comparing such aspects as their sizes, brain structure, and abilities.
Date Published:2018

Captain Underpants and the perilous plot of professor poopypants : color edition /

Pilkey, Dav


George and Harold are fourth-grade buddies with a penchant for practical jokes. When the boys' latest prank drives their science teacher over the edge, their clueless principal, Mr. Krupp, quickly hires a replacement: Professor Pippy P. Poopypants. Of course, George and Harold can't resist making fun of the Professor's silly name. But then the Professor retaliates by forcing everyone in town to change their own names to be equally silly, with colossal consequences!
Date Published:2015

George and Harold are fourth-grade buddies with a penchant for practical jokes. When the boys' latest prank drives their science teacher over the edge, their clueless principal, Mr. Krupp, quickly hires a replacement: Professor Pippy P. Poopypants. Of course, George and Harold can't resist making fun of the Professor's silly name. But then the Professor retaliates by forcing everyone in town to change their own names to be equally silly, with colossal consequences!

Date Published:2015

The brain is kind of a big deal

Seluk, Nick,



Date Published:2019

Boundless

Lowe, ChaunteÌ, 1984-,


"Everything seemed set against Chaunte Lowe. Growing up with a single mother in Paso Robles, California, where she experienced food insecurity, homelessness, and domestic abuse, Chaunte couldn't imagine a future that offered a different sort of life. But then, one day, she turned on the TV and there was Flo Jo, competing in the Olympics and shattering records in track and field. Almost immediately, Chaunte knew what she wanted to do. She started running. With the help of a small community of friends, family, and coaches, Chaunte worked as hard as she could - both in the classroom and out on the sports field - and through her own fierce determination and grit, she overcame every imaginable obstacle, eventually propelling herself to the place she always dreamed about: the Olympic medal podium. Boundless is a story that will move anyone who's ever had a big dream, ever dared to hope for a better future, and ever believed that nothing was impossible. In her own words, Chaunte presents her remarkable and inspiring story of loss and survival, perseverance and hope"-- " World champion high jumper Chaunte Lowe pens the captivating story of her journey from an impoverished childhood full of big dreams and devastating hurdles, to becoming a bronze medal-winning US Olympian. Everything seemed set against Chaunte Lowe. Growing up with a single mother in Paso Robles, California, where she experienced food insecurity, homelessness, and domestic abuse, Chaunte couldn't imagine a future that offered a different sort of life. But then, one day, she turned on the TV and there was Flo Jo, competing in the Olympics and shattering records in track and field. Almost immediately, Chaunte knew what she wanted to do. She started running. With the help of a small community of friends, family, and coaches, Chaunte worked as hard as she could - both in the classroom and out on the sports field - and through her own fierce determination and grit, she overcame every imaginable obstacle, eventually propelling herself to the place she always dreamed about: the Olympic medal podium. Boundless is a story that will move anyone who's ever had a big dream, ever dared to hope for a better future, and ever believed that nothing was impossible. In her own words, Chaunte presents her remarkable and inspiring story of loss and survival, perseverance and hope"--
Date Published:2023

"Everything seemed set against Chaunte Lowe. Growing up with a single mother in Paso Robles, California, where she experienced food insecurity, homelessness, and domestic abuse, Chaunte couldn't imagine a future that offered a different sort of life. But then, one day, she turned on the TV and there was Flo Jo, competing in the Olympics and shattering records in track and field. Almost immediately, Chaunte knew what she wanted to do. She started running. With the help of a small community of friends, family, and coaches, Chaunte worked as hard as she could - both in the classroom and out on the sports field - and through her own fierce determination and grit, she overcame every imaginable obstacle, eventually propelling herself to the place she always dreamed about: the Olympic medal podium. Boundless is a story that will move anyone who's ever had a big dream, ever dared to hope for a better future, and ever believed that nothing was impossible. In her own words, Chaunte presents her remarkable and inspiring story of loss and survival, perseverance and hope"-- " World champion high jumper Chaunte Lowe pens the captivating story of her journey from an impoverished childhood full of big dreams and devastating hurdles, to becoming a bronze medal-winning US Olympian. Everything seemed set against Chaunte Lowe. Growing up with a single mother in Paso Robles, California, where she experienced food insecurity, homelessness, and domestic abuse, Chaunte couldn't imagine a future that offered a different sort of life. But then, one day, she turned on the TV and there was Flo Jo, competing in the Olympics and shattering records in track and field. Almost immediately, Chaunte knew what she wanted to do. She started running. With the help of a small community of friends, family, and coaches, Chaunte worked as hard as she could - both in the classroom and out on the sports field - and through her own fierce determination and grit, she overcame every imaginable obstacle, eventually propelling herself to the place she always dreamed about: the Olympic medal podium. Boundless is a story that will move anyone who's ever had a big dream, ever dared to hope for a better future, and ever believed that nothing was impossible. In her own words, Chaunte presents her remarkable and inspiring story of loss and survival, perseverance and hope"--

Date Published:2023

Playing the cards you're dealt

Johnson, Varian.


Ten-year-old Anthony Joplin has made it to double digits! Which means he's finally old enough to play in the spades tournament every Joplin Man before him seems to have won. So while Ant's friends are stressing about fifth grade homework and girls, Ant only has one thing on his mind: how he'll measure up to his father's expectations at the card table. Featuring exclusive bonus content!
Date Published:2023

Elijah of Buxton

Curtis, Christopher Paul


Book Links (A.L.A.), October 2009. Book Links-starred, January 2008. Booklist starred, September 2007. Horn Book Starred, November 2007. Notable/Best Books (A.L.A.), January 2008. School Library Journal starred, October 2007. Wilson's Children, January 2009. Wilson's Junior High School, November 2008. Eleven-year-old Elijah Freeman, the first free-born child in Buxton, Canada--a haven for slaves fleeing the American South in 1859--uses his wits and skills to try to bring to justice the lying preacher who has stolen money that was to be used to buy a family's freedom. Newbery Honor 2008.
Date Published:2007

Book Links (A.L.A.), October 2009. Book Links-starred, January 2008. Booklist starred, September 2007. Horn Book Starred, November 2007. Notable/Best Books (A.L.A.), January 2008. School Library Journal starred, October 2007. Wilson's Children, January 2009. Wilson's Junior High School, November 2008. Eleven-year-old Elijah Freeman, the first free-born child in Buxton, Canada--a haven for slaves fleeing the American South in 1859--uses his wits and skills to try to bring to justice the lying preacher who has stolen money that was to be used to buy a family's freedom. Newbery Honor 2008.

Date Published:2007

King and the dragonflies

Callender, Kacen.


In a small but turbulent Louisiana town, one boy's grief takes him beyond the bayous of his backyard, to learn that there is no right way to be yourself.
Date Published:2020

Esperanza rising

Ryan, Pam Muñoz.


Wilson's Children, October 2010. Wilson's Junior High School, January 2010. School Library Journal starred, October 2000. Notable/Best Books (A.L.A.), January 2001. Book Links (A.L.A.), January 2009. Pub Weekly, October 2000. Booklist, March 2001. Horn Book, January 2001. Choice, January 2001. Teacher Librarian, April 2003. Esperanza and her mother are forced to leave their life of wealth and privilege in Mexico to go work in the labor camps of Southern California, where they must adapt to the harsh circumstances facing Mexican farm workers on the eve of the Great Depression.
Date Published:2000

Wilson's Children, October 2010. Wilson's Junior High School, January 2010. School Library Journal starred, October 2000. Notable/Best Books (A.L.A.), January 2001. Book Links (A.L.A.), January 2009. Pub Weekly, October 2000. Booklist, March 2001. Horn Book, January 2001. Choice, January 2001. Teacher Librarian, April 2003. Esperanza and her mother are forced to leave their life of wealth and privilege in Mexico to go work in the labor camps of Southern California, where they must adapt to the harsh circumstances facing Mexican farm workers on the eve of the Great Depression.

Date Published:2000

The enigma girls : how ten teenagers broke ciphers, kept secrets, and helped win World War II /

Fleming, Candace.


"Middle grade ages 8 through 12"--Back cover. School Library Journal starred, January 2024. Booklist starred, February 2024. Horn Book Starred, May 2024. Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books starre, March 2024. Kirkus Starred, January 2024. Publishers Weekly Annex, March 2024. "'You are to report to Station X at Bletchley Park, Buckinghamshire, in four days time . . . That is all you need to know.' This was the terse telegram hundreds of young women throughout the British Isles received in the spring of 1941, as World War II raged. As they arrived at Station X, a sprawling mansion in a state of disrepair surrounded by Spartan-looking huts with little chimneys coughing out thick smoke--these young people had no idea what kind of work they were stepping into. Who had recommended them? Why had they been chosen? Most would never learn all the answers to these questions. Bletchley Park was a well-kept secret during World War II, operating under the code name Station X. The critical work of code-cracking Nazi missives that went on behind its closed doors could determine a victory or loss against Hitler's army. Amidst the brilliant cryptographers, flamboyant debutantes, and absent-minded professors working there, it was teenaged girls who kept Station X running. Some could do advanced math, while others spoke a second language. They ran the unwieldy bombe machines, made sense of wireless sound waves, and sorted the decoded messages. They were expected to excel in their fields and most importantly: know how to keep a secret"--Provided by publisher.
Date Published:2024

"Middle grade ages 8 through 12"--Back cover. School Library Journal starred, January 2024. Booklist starred, February 2024. Horn Book Starred, May 2024. Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books starre, March 2024. Kirkus Starred, January 2024. Publishers Weekly Annex, March 2024. "'You are to report to Station X at Bletchley Park, Buckinghamshire, in four days time . . . That is all you need to know.' This was the terse telegram hundreds of young women throughout the British Isles received in the spring of 1941, as World War II raged. As they arrived at Station X, a sprawling mansion in a state of disrepair surrounded by Spartan-looking huts with little chimneys coughing out thick smoke--these young people had no idea what kind of work they were stepping into. Who had recommended them? Why had they been chosen? Most would never learn all the answers to these questions. Bletchley Park was a well-kept secret during World War II, operating under the code name Station X. The critical work of code-cracking Nazi missives that went on behind its closed doors could determine a victory or loss against Hitler's army. Amidst the brilliant cryptographers, flamboyant debutantes, and absent-minded professors working there, it was teenaged girls who kept Station X running. Some could do advanced math, while others spoke a second language. They ran the unwieldy bombe machines, made sense of wireless sound waves, and sorted the decoded messages. They were expected to excel in their fields and most importantly: know how to keep a secret"--Provided by publisher.

Date Published:2024