Showing 1–38 of 38 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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Areli Is a Dreamer
The nonfiction offering follows DACA recipient Areli Morales as she migrates to the U.S., navigates her new life, and imagines her future. Simultaneously published in Spanish and English.
- Nonfiction, Biography
- Notable Children's Books 2022
- Younger
- ISBN: 9781984893994
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Call and Response: The Story of Black Lives Matter
This reference book about the Black Lives Matter movement and its historical context includes helpful lists, timelines, and photographs.
- Nonfiction, History, US History, Social Sciences, African American
- Notable Children's Books 2022
- Older
- ISBN: 9780358573418
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Child of the Flower-Song People: Luz Jiménez, Daughter of the Nahua
In this biography of a little-known Indigenous (Nahua) woman who helped preserve and impart knowledge of her language and culture to scholars, artists and future generations, Amescua lyrically weaves the story of Luz Jiménez’s quiet strength and perseverance with Aztec myths, true stories, and dramatic episodes in Jiménez’s life.
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Fallout: Spies, Superbombs, and the Ultimate Cold War Showdown
This thrilling history of the Cold War breaks down the events preceding, and key players involved in, the Cuban Missile Crisis.
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From the Tops of the Trees
After young Kalia wonders what is outside the fences of her refugee camp, her father gives her a new perspective from the top of a tree.
- Nonfiction, History, World History
- Notable Children's Books 2022
- Younger
- ISBN: 9781541581302
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The Genius under the Table: Growing up behind the Iron Curtain
Yevgeny, a Jewish boy growing up in the Soviet Union, hopes to identify a talent that will allow him to rise above his circumstances in this comical memoir.
- Nonfiction, History, World History, Autobiography
- Notable Children's Books 2022
- Older
- ISBN: 9781536215526
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The Great Stink: How Joseph Bazalgette Solved London's Poop Pollution Problem
After multiple cholera outbreaks and an exceptionally smelly summer in Victorian London, engineer Joseph Bazalgette designs a sewage system for the city.
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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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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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King of Ragtime: The Story of Scott Joplin
This picture-book biography follows the life of Scott Joplin, an African American musician and composer who popularized the style known as ragtime.
- Nonfiction, Arts, Performing Arts, Biography
- Notable Children's Books 2022
- Younger
- ISBN: 9781534410367
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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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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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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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Nina: A Story of Nina Simone
A well-rounded biography of Nina Simone, whose music was influenced by her civil rights activism.
- Nonfiction, Arts, Performing Arts, Biography
- Notable Children's Books 2022
- Younger
- ISBN: 9781524737283
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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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The Oldest Student: How Mary Walker Learned to Read
The story of tenacious Mary Walker, who learned to read at the age of 116, is presented through an engaging, emotional, and honest narration highlighted by vivid illustrations by Oge More.
- Nonfiction, History, US History, Audiobook
- Notable Children's Recordings 2022
- Middle
- ISBN: 9781338751857
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Osnat and Her Dove: The True Story of the World's First Female Rabbi
Lore surrounding the life of Osnat Barzani enhances this picture-book biography of the first female rabbi, who lived in seventeenth-century Iraq.
- Nonfiction, Religion
- Notable Children's Books 2022
- Younger
- ISBN: 9781646140374
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Our Skin: A First Conversation about Race
An accessible conversation starter about race for children and families. Simultaneously published in board and picture book format.
- Nonfiction
- Notable Children's Books 2022
- Younger
- ISBN: 9780593519394
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The People Remember
The principles of Kwanzaa, lyrical free verse, and dynamic illustrations powerfully come together in this illuminating look at Black history.
- Nonfiction, Customs & Holidays
- Notable Children's Books 2022
- Younger
- ISBN: 9780062915641
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The People’s Painter: How Ben Shahn Fought for Justice with Art
Jewish immigrant Ben Shahn used his art to portray the lives of working-class people and others who had been mistreated to bring to light injustices in the United States.
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Race Against Time: The Untold Story of Scipio Jones and the Battle to Save Twelve Innocent Men
This account details the successful efforts of African American attorney Scipio Jones to free 12 wrongly convicted Black men in 1924.
- Nonfiction, History, US History, Social Sciences, African American
- Notable Children's Books 2022
- Older
- ISBN: 9781629798165
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Revolution in Our Time: The Black Panther Party's Promise to the People
Providing historical and contemporary context, this thorough account of the Black Panther Party details its history, evolution, and impact.
- Nonfiction, History, US History
- Notable Children's Books 2022
- Older
- ISBN: 9781536214185
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Runaway: The Daring Escape of Ona Judge
Written in conversational free verse, this narrative explores how Ona Judge, enslaved by George and Martha Washington, emancipates herself.
- Nonfiction, History, US History, Biography, Verse Novel
- Notable Children's Books 2022
- Middle
- ISBN: 9780374307042
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Saving American Beach: The Biography of African American Environmentalist MaVynee Betsch
Rich collage artwork brings depth and detail to the story of MaVynee Betsch and how she used her voice to save formerly segregated American Beach from developers.
- Nonfiction, Social Sciences, Biography, African American
- Notable Children's Books 2022
- Middle
- ISBN: 9781101996294
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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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Sharice’s Big Voice: A Native Kid Becomes a Congresswoman
U.S. Representative Sharice Davids describes her path to becoming one of the first Native American and openly gay members of Congress and encourages readers to use their own voices.
- Nonfiction, Social Sciences, Autobiography, Politics & Government
- Notable Children's Books 2022
- Middle
- ISBN: 9780062979667
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Someone Builds the Dream
An ode to the skilled laborers who build the creations envisioned by architects, engineers, and artists.
- Nonfiction, Technology
- Notable Children's Books 2022
- Younger
- ISBN: 9781984814333
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Stamped (For Kids): Racism, Antiracism, and You
This young reader’s adaptation of Stamped explores the origin of racist ideas, their impact today, and how readers can work to practice antiracism.
- Nonfiction, History, US History
- Notable Children's Books 2022
- Middle
- ISBN: 9780316167581
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Summertime Sleepers: Animals That Estivate
Using comparisons and contrasts, this engaging nonfiction title introduces young readers to estivation, the summertime equivalent of hibernation.
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The Sun Is Kind of a Big Deal
An enthusiastic full cast humorously introduces the wonders of our solar system to children, focusing on the significance of the sun and all its amazing characteristics.
- Nonfiction, Science, Audiobook
- Notable Children's Recordings 2022
- Middle, Younger
- ISBN: 9781338810240
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Survivor Tree
A resilient tree, badly damaged in the September 11 attacks on the World Trade Center, is replanted near the memorial in this moving picture book.
- Nonfiction, History, US History
- Notable Children's Books 2022
- Middle
- ISBN: 9780316487672
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This Very Tree: A Story of 9/11, Resilience, and Regrowth
Striking illustrations channel the strength and hope present in this account of September 11, as told from the point of view of a tree that survived the tragedy.
- Nonfiction, History, US History
- Notable Children's Books 2022
- Middle
- ISBN: 9781250788504
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Twenty-One Steps: Guarding the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier
A picture-book tribute to the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier and the sentinels who guard it.
- Nonfiction, History, US History
- Notable Children's Books 2022
- Middle
- ISBN: 9781536201482
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Unspeakable: The Tulsa Race Massacre
A powerful look into the Tulsa Race Massacre of 1921, one of the worst racial attacks in American history.
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The Water Lady: How Darlene Arviso Helps a Thirsty Navajo Nation
The true story of Darlene Arviso’s quest to provide water to the Navajo Nation.
- Nonfiction
- Notable Children's Books 2022
- Younger
- ISBN: 9780525645009
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We Are Still Here! Native American Truths Everyone Should Know
For Indigenous People's Day, 12 students present on historical and contemporary issues related to Native Americans.
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We Are Still Here! Native American Truths Everyone Should Know
Presented by a full cast of children and featuring a robust soundscape, this recording realizes the full potential of Sorell’s powerful, illustrated nonfiction title.
- Nonfiction, History, US History, Native American, Audiobook
- Notable Children's Recordings 2022
- Middle
- ISBN: 9781430144670