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421) Act cool
Author
Publisher
Quill Tree Books, an imprint of HarperCollinsPublishers
Pub. Date
[2021]
Language
English
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Description
Transgender teen and aspiring actor August lands a spot at a prestigious performing arts high school in New York City, but he struggles to move past the life he left behind, with conservative parents who wanted to send him to conversion therapy.
422) The end of infinity
Author
Series
Jack Blank adventures volume 3
Publisher
Aladdin
Pub. Date
2012.
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5 - AR Pts: 11
Language
English
Description
"Ever since Jack Blank learned that he came from the amazing country of the Imagine Nation, he's known that his fate could go down two very different paths--he could either be the greatest hero the world has ever known, or its greatest villain. Now the final battle is here, and it's time for Jack to discover the direction of his destiny."--
Author
Publisher
Candlewick Press
Pub. Date
2024.
Language
English
Description
"On a street of old houses, a big hairy spider is searching for a home with dark corners to hide in. But when he wakes up, he finds a hand reaching for him and a lady proclaiming that she has always wanted a kitten���and will name him Luigi! At first, a somewhat puzzled Luigi, used to being left alone to creep and dangle and spin webs, resists her kind advances. But soon, tasty breakfasts and getting tucked into bed (no one���s ever wished...
Author
Publisher
Orchard Books, an imprint of Scholastic Incorporated
Pub. Date
2024.
Language
English
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Description
"In Joanna Ho's true classic style, she creates a poetic ode that celebrates Asian American communities and their history. We Who Produce Pearls, is an anthem for Asian America that celebrates the richness and diversity within the Asian American identity and serves as a reminder of our self worth, our legacy and most of all, our destiny. Amanda Phingbodhipakkiya's signature bright and bold palette brings to light the strength and power within us all,...
Author
Publisher
Alfred A. Knopf
Pub. Date
[2024]
Language
English
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Description
"Meet this pint-sized unicorn in this funny, modern fairy tale about perception and self-confidence from a Caldecott-Honor winning creator. Once upon a time, in a land where horses were mythical beasts, there lived a unicorn—a Teeny-Weeny Unicorn. He lived with his family in a palace—one that was extra-large for him, full of extra-large rugs and extra-large food. And when his brother and sister played chess, they used him in place of a pawn. When...
Author
Publisher
Quill Tree Books, an imprint of HarperCollinsPublishers
Pub. Date
2024.
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.9 - AR Pts: 14
Language
English
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Description
"Though music is outlawed in the land of Devia, Sona hears it everywhere. Sona is a Malech, a member of the ruling class that conquered Devia centuries ago. Malechs forbade music to prevent the native Devans from using their magic, and Sona hides her abilities lest they put her in danger. Then Sona discovers an orphaned wolf pup. She believes the pup, with its golden ears, might be related to one of the five sacred beasts of Devia, and she vows to...
Author
Publisher
Abrams Books for Young Readers
Pub. Date
2023.
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.9 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
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Description
When Annabelle and Benjamin play dress-up they both want to be the bride, the ballerina, and the princess which causes a problem until the two friends realize they can both be whoever they want to be.
"A heartwarming, inclusive story about self-expression and friendship, from Stonewall Honor–winning author Lesléa Newman When it comes to playing dress-up, best friends Annabelle and Benjamin both want to be the bride, the ballerina, and the...
428) Nesting dolls
Author
Publisher
Crown Books for Young Readers
Pub. Date
2023.
Language
English
Description
"A heartwarming picture book about how one little girl's unique beauty has been growing for generations in her family tree. Anyiaka is in awe of her gorgeous Gullah Geechee family—she wants to be beautiful like her older sister, Sorie, a great listener like her mom, and a talented artist like her grandma. But on today's visit to her grandparents’ house, Anyiaka sticks out from the rest of the family like a sore thumb. She can't seem to do anything...
Author
Series
Baby-sitters Club. Original series volume 21
Publisher
Scholastic Incorporated
Pub. Date
[2022]
Language
English
Description
Eleven-year-old Mallory finds a real challenge in babysitting for the troublesome Arnold twins.
''America's favorite series returns with a new look and a Netflix tv show. Mallory knows she's a good baby-sitter. She's been looking after her seven younger brothers and sisters for years. So when Kristy offers her a steady job baby-sitting for the Arnold twins, Mal thinks it'll be easy money. The twins sure are cute in their little matching outfits....
Author
Publisher
Dutton Books
Pub. Date
2023.
Accelerated Reader
IL: UG - BL: 5.7 - AR Pts: 8
Language
English
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Description
"Part memoir, part speculative fiction, this novel explores the often surreal experience of growing up as a mixed-Black transracial adoptee. Dream Country author Shannon Gibney returns with a new book woven from her true story of growing up as the adopted Black daughter of white parents and the fictional story of Erin Powers, the name Shannon was given at birth by the white woman who gave her up for adoption. At its core, the novel is a tale of...
431) Brave Dave
Author
Publisher
Orchard Books, an imprint of Scholastic Incorporated
Pub. Date
2022.
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.8 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
From the bestselling team behind Giraffes Can't Dance comes another rhythmic and joyful picture about the importance of being brave! Dave the bear lives in the shadow of his brother, Clarence. Clarence is tall, handsome, bold, and brave. Dave… isn't. Dave wonders if he'll ever live up to his brother's example, until he finds a special talent that's all his own. "To know that you’re different, but be who you are... Have the courage to say it...
Author
Series
Nguyen kids volume 3
Publisher
Annick Press
Pub. Date
[2023]
Language
English
Description
"The third book in the early chapter book series The Nguyen Kids features the youngest sibling, Jacob, and continues the series’ exploration of social justice themes, specifically gender expression and identity, with a supernatural twist. BOOK 3: THE MYSTERY OF THE PAINTED FAN Excerpt: When I shut the door, I hold my painted fan. I breathe in and out. I wonder . . . will Grandma Nội help me? Thoughtful and creative, Jacob is tired of being...
433) You are a story
Author
Publisher
Holiday House
Pub. Date
[2023]
Language
English
Description
"An empowering reflection on the many things we are and the ways we relate to the world"--
"An empowering reflection on the many things we are and the ways we relate to the world. Poet Bob Raczka’s You are a Story highlights all of the nuance and potential of a growing person’s identity, delighting in the things that make us special and connect us to others. Text and illustrations replete with inventive imagery and appealing metaphors show how...
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