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Kids' Books September 2020
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Popular Titles (E-book and Print) |
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The Undefeated
by Kwame Alexander; illustrated by Kadir Nelson
A celebration of the African American artists, athletes, leaders, and survivors -- some famous and some unknown -- who’ve changed America. Recommended for grades 3-6.
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Front Desk
by Kelly Yang
In 1993, after immigrating from China to America, Mia Tang and her parents take over management of a run-down motel in California. Though their boss is terrible, Mia's job at the front desk allows her to practice her writing, make friends with the motel regulars, and find creative ways to fight the injustice she sees around her. Recommended for grades 4-6.
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Wings of Fire: The Dragonet Prophecy
by Barry Deutsch
The first book in the graphic-novel adaptation of the best-selling series, Wings of Fire, follows the selection of Clay as one of a team of dragonets destined to fulfill a mysterious prophecy and end the war among the dragon tribes of Pyrrhia. Recommended for grades 4-7.
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Camp
by Kayla Miller
When Willow and Olive go off to summer camp, Olive makes quick friends with the other campers while Willow struggles to form connections and latches on to the only person she knows, leaving Olive stretched thin. Recommended for grades 4-7.
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Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month |
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Funny Bones: Posada and His Day of the Dead Calaveras
by Duncan Tonatiuh
You might not know his name, but you may have seen José Guadalupe Posada's bones. Known as Don Lupe, he transformed calaveras -- those smiling, dancing skulls and skeletons you see during Día de Muertos, the Day of the Dead -- into an art form that's still used today. In Funny Bones, you'll not only get a peek into Don Lupe's life during a turbulent time in Mexican history, but also find some practical details on the printing methods he used. Best of all, the book's chunky, Mixtec-style illustrations have examples of Don Lupe's own art sprinkled throughout, so that you can see it for yourself. Recommended for grades 3-6.
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The First Rule of Punk
by Celia C. Pérez
When her first day at a new school is overshadowed by a clash with a queen bee and her dress code violating punk-rock clothes, 12-year-old Malú listens to her faraway dad's advice and resolves to be herself by pursuing the interests she loves and standing up to an anti-punk administration. Recommended for grades 3-6.
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Merci Suárez Changes Gears
by Meg Medina
Merci Suárez is having a rough year. Her friendships are all confusing now that she's in 6th grade, her family duties don't leave her enough time for the soccer team, and her grandpa, Lolo, is acting weird. Recommended for grades 4-7.
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Sal and Gabi Break the Universe
by Carlos Hernandez
After middle school magician Sal Vidón tears a hole in time and space in order to plant a raw chicken in the school bully’s locker, he draws the attention of ambitious classmate Gabi Reál. Together, Sal and Gabi might be able to change things for the better...assuming they don’t destroy the universe in the process. Recommended for grades 4-8.
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I Lived on Butterfly Hill
by Marjorie Agosín
With the political unrest in Chile after a military dictatorship takes over, Celeste Marconi is sent by her parents to Maine for her safety. There she adapts to a new life, while still dreaming of her home country. Recommended for grades 5-8.
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Contact Your Librarian for More Great Books for Ages 8-11! |
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Forsyth County Public Library 660 W 5th Street Winston Salem, North Carolina 27101 336-703-3030www.forsythlibrary.org |
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