Showing 1–49 of 49 titles
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¡Mambo Mucho Mambo! The Dance that Crossed Color Lines
By exploring the history of mambo and Latin Jazz, this book demonstrates the power of music and dance to transcend racial and cultural barriers. Simultaneously published in Spanish and English.
- Nonfiction, History, Arts, Performing Arts
- Notable Children's Books 2022
- All Ages
- ISBN: 9781536206081
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¡Olinguito, de la A a la Z! / Olinguito, from A to Z! Descubriendo el bosque nublado / Unveiling the Cloud Forest
Explore the Ecuadorian Andes and its cloud forest in this bilingual alphabet book.- Nonfiction, Science, Alphabet Books
- Notable Children's Books 2017
- All Ages
- ISBN: 9780892393275
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Action Jackson
Greenberg and Jordan capture Jackson Pollock's spirit and artistic style through succinct narrative and purposeful words. Detailed source notes enrich this informational picture book, which superbly portrays a brief period in Pollock's life. Parker's watercolor illustrations splash out of their frames, reflecting the action and movement for which Pollock is renowned.- Nonfiction, Arts, Visual Arts
- Robert F. Sibert Informational Book Medal 2003 (Honor Title)
- All Ages
- ISBN: 9780761316824
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Alphabet City
Photorealistic paintings of urban environment present an imaginative variety of views and perspectives, textures, and light. Each painting stands alone as a handsome, balanced piece. Together they are an inspiring exercise in seeing patterns and art in everyday things.
- Nonfiction, Language, Alphabet Books
- Randolph Caldecott Medal 1996 (Honor Title)
- All Ages
- ISBN: 9780670856312
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Animals by the Numbers: A Book of Infographics.
The animal kingdom is presented in easy-to-understand, colorful infrographics that allow the reader to appreciate the world of animals by comparing and contrasting one species to another.- Nonfiction, Science, Animals
- Notable Children's Books 2017
- All Ages
- ISBN: 9780544630925
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Bird and Diz
Spare rhythmic text and swirling abstract illustrations take readers of all ages into the bebop world of John “Dizzy” Gillespie and Charlie “Bird” Parker.- Nonfiction, History, Biography
- Notable Children's Books 2016
- All Ages
- ISBN: 9780763666606
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Blue: A History of the Color as Deep as the Sea and as Wide as the Sky
The long and complex history of the color blue, once so difficult to acquire, is explored through stunning acrylic illustrations and easy-to-read, descriptive text.- Nonfiction, Arts, Visual Arts
- Notable Children's Books 2023
- All Ages
- ISBN: 9781984894366
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Dark Emperor and Other Poems of the Night
Welcoming her readers into the “wild, enchanted park” that is the night, Joyce Sidman has elegantly crafted twelve poems rich in content and varied in format. Companion prose pieces about nocturnal flora and fauna are as tuneful and graceful as the poems. This collection is “a feast of sound and spark.”- Nonfiction, Poetry
- John Newbery Medal 2011 (Honor Title)
- All Ages
- ISBN: 9780547152288
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Esquivel!: Space-Age Sound Artist
Duncan Tonatiuh creates a sense of sound and movement through energetic, textured collage illustrations that celebrate the life of innovative Mexican musician and composer Juan García Esquivel. Incorporating funky fonts and far-out fashions, Tonatiuh's unique artistic style harkens back to indigenous codex art and lends cultural authenticity to this pulsating picture-book biography. -
Exquisite: The Poetry and Life of Gwendolyn Brooks
The biography of Pulitzer-winning poet Gwendolyn Brooks reveals her childhood dreams and inspirations, her challenges with race, gender, and poverty, and her desires to share stories through poetry.
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Giant Squid
Poetic text and lush oil paintings immerse readers in a suspenseful deep-sea investigation of the elusive giant squid, exploring what is known – and what remains unknown – about this fascinating marine creature. -
Grand Canyon
Concise explanations of natural history run in tandem with a visual story of a girl and her father hiking in this stunning depiction of the Grand Canyon. -
The Graphic Alphabet
This alphabet book uses computer imagery laced with wit and humor to help young children learn the letters. Each letter is not only represented by a word, image, or concept but also is the word, image, or concept. Crisp imagery is combined with meticulous design.- Nonfiction, Language, Alphabet Books
- Randolph Caldecott Medal 1997 (Honor Title)
- All Ages
- ISBN: 9780531360019
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Hear My Voice / Escucha mi voz: The Testimonies of Children Detained at the Southern Border of the United States
Striking illustrations by Latinx artists complement the bilingual testimonies of children detained in inhumane conditions at the U.S.-Mexico border.
- Nonfiction, History, Social Sciences, Biography, Politics & Government
- Notable Children's Books 2022
- All Ages
- ISBN: 9781523513482
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Her Right Foot
Part history and part call to action, this nonfiction picture book reminds readers of the genesis of the Statue of Liberty and its relevance today.- Nonfiction, History, US History
- Notable Children's Books 2018
- All Ages
- ISBN: 9781452162812
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I Am an American: The Wong Kim Ark Story
In a defining court case, Wong Kim Ark’s victory guaranteed birthright citizenship for all Americans.
- Nonfiction, History, US History, Biography
- Notable Children's Books 2022
- All Ages
- ISBN: 9780316426923
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I Remember: Poems and Pictures of Heritage
Sixteen illustrators and fourteen poets come together to address themes of culture, identity, and community.- Nonfiction, Poetry, Literature
- Notable Children's Books 2020
- All Ages
- ISBN: 9781620143117
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I'm Just No Good at Rhyming and Other Nonsense for Mischievous Kids and Immature Grown-Ups
Hilarity and nonsense characterize this illustrated poetry collection, which engages the reader in a lively conversation between the writer and illustrator.- Nonfiction, Poetry
- Notable Children's Books 2018
- All Ages
- ISBN: 9780316266574
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Imagine
Herrera uses poetry to recount his journey and invites readers to imagine their own future full of possibilities.- Nonfiction, Poetry, Biography, Literature
- Notable Children's Books 2019
- All Ages
- ISBN: 9780763690526
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Jazz Day: The Making of a Famous Photograph
Art Kane's iconic photograph of great jazz musicians gathered on a New York City street is brought to life though exuberant poems and paintings.- Nonfiction, Arts
- Notable Children's Books 2017
- All Ages
- ISBN: 9780763669546
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Killer Underwear Invasion! How to Spot Fake News, Disinformation & Conspiracy Theories
This hilarious and informative graphic nonfiction book breaks down media literacy in an accessible, kid-friendly way.- Nonfiction, Graphic Novels
- Notable Children's Books 2023
- All Ages
- ISBN: 9781797214917
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Legacy: Women Poets of the Harlem Renaissance
This collection of oft-overlooked works by women poets of the Harlem Renaissance is interwoven with Grimes’ own golden shovel poetry.
- Nonfiction, Poetry, Literature
- Notable Children's Books 2022
- All Ages
- ISBN: 9781681199443
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Liberty Arrives!: How America's Grandest Statue Found Her Home
This informational picturebook introduces many people involved in Lady Liberty's journey from France to her final destination in New York Harbor.
- Nonfiction, History, US History
- Notable Children's Books 2020
- All Ages
- ISBN: 9780735230828
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Make Meatballs Sing: The Life and Art of Corita Kent
This biography explores the life of artist and Catholic nun Corita Kent, who used her art as a form of activism and inspired people to see the sacred in the everyday.
- Nonfiction, Arts, Visual Arts, Biography
- Notable Children's Books 2022
- All Ages
- ISBN: 9781592703166
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The Man Who Walked Between the Towers
This true story recounts the daring feat of a spirited young Frenchman who walked a tightrope between the World Trade Center twin towers in 1974. His joy in dancing on a thin wire high above Manhattan and the awe of the spectators in the streets far below are captured in exquisite ink and oil paintings that perfectly complement the spare, lyrical text.- Nonfiction, Arts, Performing Arts
- Randolph Caldecott Medal 2004 (Medal Winner)
- All Ages
- ISBN: 9780761317913
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Marshmallow Clouds: Two Poets at Play among Figures of Speech
In sections based on the four elements, this poetry collection sees two poets employ figures of speech to playfully explore and reimagine everyday objects and the natural world.
- Nonfiction, Science, Poetry, Nature
- Notable Children's Books 2023
- All Ages
- ISBN: 9781536203035
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Martin's Big Words: The Life of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
In this picture-book biography of Martin Luther King Jr., Rappaport's spare text and carefully chosen quotes are carried to a powerful emotional level by Collier's art. From the smiling, inviting image on the cover to each striking double spread the artist portrays significant events evoking King's purpose, telling readers that “his big words are alive for us today.”- Nonfiction, Biography
- Randolph Caldecott Medal 2002 (Honor Title)
- All Ages
- ISBN: 9780439405119
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Moonshot: The Flight of Apollo 11
“Moonshot: The Flight of Apollo 11,” brings to life the grandeur, excitement and technological daring of the first lunar landing. This large-format picture book marries poetic text with heart-stopping watercolor, ink, acrylic and gouache illustrations that take readers to the moon and back.- Nonfiction, Technology
- Robert F. Sibert Informational Book Medal 2010 (Honor Title)
- All Ages
- ISBN: 9781416950462
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Nano: The Spectacular Science of the Very (Very) Small
Vivid illustrations and helpful diagrams complement this engaging and kid-friendly exploration of nanoscience.
- Nonfiction, Science
- Notable Children's Books 2022
- All Ages
- ISBN: 9781536217667
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National Geographic Book of Nature Poetry: More Than 200 Poems with Photographs That Float, Zoom, and Bloom!
Bold, colorful photos, paired with kid-friendly poems about nature, connect readers to the outside world and show how easily poetic inspiration comes from our planet.- Nonfiction, Poetry, Literature
- Notable Children's Books 2016
- All Ages
- ISBN: 9781426320958
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Niños: Poems for the Lost Children of Chile
This book is an ode to the 34 Chilean children who lost their lives during the years of Pinochet’s regime.
- Nonfiction, History, World History, Poetry
- Notable Children's Books 2022
- All Ages
- ISBN: 9780802855671
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Noah's Ark
In this striking rendition of Noah and the Great Flood, Jerry Pinkney has integrated the well-known story from Genesis with masterful pencil and watercolor illustrations to create a stunning whole. Vibrant paintings evoke the tone of the story from lush, sweeping views of the earth to intricate details of the massive ark, myriad animals, Noah and his family, and finally to the restoration of the planet.
- Nonfiction, Religion
- Randolph Caldecott Medal 2003 (Honor Title)
- All Ages
- ISBN: 9781587172014
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Not So Different: What You Really Want to Ask about Having a Disability
Candidly addressing questions about his disability and its impact on his life, Burcaw offers readers an opportunity to develop empathy for what it means to be “different.” Carr's brilliant photos of comically-staged scenes, along with family shots and outsized graphics, add to this book's tone and liveliness. -
Out of Wonder: Poems Celebrating Poets
In this bold homage, the authors emulate the style of their favorite poets. Stunning collages illuminate this joyful celebration of poetry.- Nonfiction, Poetry
- Notable Children's Books 2018
- All Ages
- ISBN: 9780763680947
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A Place to Land: Martin Luther King Jr. and the Speech that Inspired a Nation
A look at how Martin Luther King Jr.'s famous “I Have a Dream Speech” was written and the voices that shaped its message.
- Nonfiction, History, US History, Biography
- Notable Children's Books 2020
- All Ages
- ISBN: 9780823443314
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Radiant Child: The Story of Young Artist Jean-Michel Basquiat
The short yet brilliant life story of Jean-Michel Basquiat and his determination to become an artist are revealed through poetic language and illustrations dramatically influenced by Basquiat's own style.- Nonfiction, Arts, Visual Arts, Biography
- Notable Children's Books 2017, Randolph Caldecott Medal 2017 (Medal Winner)
- All Ages
- ISBN: 9780316213882
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The Right Word: Roget and His Thesaurus
Sweet's inspired mixed media illustrations illuminate the personality and work of a man passionately interested in many things. Her collages combine disparate elements to create a cohesive whole, echoing the ways in which Roget ordered the world into lists that evolved into his groundbreaking thesaurus. -
Sail Away
Poems by legendary African American poet Langston Hughes celebrate water in many forms. His words are brought to life with brightly colored collage art by Ashley Bryan.- Nonfiction, Poetry
- Notable Children's Books 2016
- All Ages
- ISBN: 9781481430852
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The Sea-Ringed World: Sacred Stories of the Americas
Poetry, prose, and artwork combine in this collection of traditional tales from 18 Indigenous cultures that span from Argentina to Alaska.
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Soldier for Equality: José de la Luz Sáenz and the Great War
A fascinating picturebook biography of Mexican American José de la Luz Sáenz's fight for equality as a U.S. soldier during WWI.
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Some Writer! The Story of E. B. White
This enticing biography of beloved children's book author E. B. White seamlessly incorporates photographs, personal letters, pages from his books, and collage illustrations with engaging text.- Nonfiction, Biography, Literature
- Notable Children's Books 2017
- All Ages
- ISBN: 9780544319592
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Somos como las nubes / We Are Like the Clouds
Twenty poems, in Spanish and English, present first-person vignettes of unaccompanied youths traveling from Central America to the U.S., hoping to find a safer life and reunite with family.- Nonfiction, Poetry
- Notable Children's Books 2017
- All Ages
- ISBN: 9781554988495
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The Spider and the Fly
DiTerlizzi's wickedly delicious tribute to silent film––based on the cautionary tale penned by Mary Howitt in 1829––presents an old-fashioned cackling villain and a naive damsel in distress in this ambient, moody picture book with all the allure of the flickering silver screen. Skillful use of tone, line, and perspective add to the mystery of this melodramatic tale, executed entirely in eerie shades of black and white.- Nonfiction, Poetry
- Randolph Caldecott Medal 2003 (Honor Title)
- All Ages
- ISBN: 9780689852893
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Thanku: Poems of Gratitude
Thirty-two diverse poets explore moments of gratitude found throughout the year.- Nonfiction, Poetry
- Notable Children's Books 2020
- All Ages
- ISBN: 9781541523630
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Tibet Through the Red Box
Through detailed art and lyrical text, Sís takes the reader on a literal, spiritual, and symbolic journey through time and memory to his childhood, his separation from a father far away in Tibet, and finally their reunion.- Nonfiction, History, World History
- Randolph Caldecott Medal 1999 (Honor Title)
- All Ages
- ISBN: 9780374375522
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The Undefeated
Alexander's poetry and Nelson's illustration pair wonderfully in this stunning ode to the courage and strength of African Americans. -
Voice of Freedom: Fannie Lou Hamer, Spirit of the Civil Rights Movement
The inspirational singer and Civil Rights activist comes to life in 22 brief, first person, free verse poems that seamlessly incorporate Hamer's own words. The biography takes her from a sharecropping child to a community leader. -
We Are Grateful: Otsaliheliga
This authentic presentation of the contemporary life of the Cherokee people highlights the tradition of gratitude. -
When Green Becomes Tomatoes
Quiet, whispered poems capture the internal world of a diverse cast of children, who delight in the changing seasons.- Nonfiction, Poetry
- Notable Children's Books 2017
- All Ages
- ISBN: 9781596438521