| The Missing Piece of Charlie O'Reilly by Rebecca K.S. AnsariWhat it’s about: Charlie’s little brother Liam is not imaginary -- it’s just that ever since Liam went missing, Charlie is the only person who can remember he exists.
What happens: A puzzling note in Liam’s handwriting sends Charlie and his friends on a supernatural search for answers in this twisty, heart-wrenching tale.
Who it’s for: readers looking for fantasy that’s both adventurous and deep. |
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| New Kid by Jerry CraftStarring: seventh-grade cartoonist Jordan Banks, who wants to go to a special art school, but is sent instead to Riverdale Academy, where he’s one of only a few African American kids...and no one will let him forget it.
Art alert: What better way to tell a story about a cartoonist figuring out where he fits in than through energetic cartoon art?
For fans of: Sharon Draper, Gene Luen Yang, and Raina Telgemeier. |
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| The Remarkable Journey of Coyote Sunrise by Dan GemeinhartWhat it’s about: After her mom and sisters were killed in an accident, Coyote and her dad, Rodeo, hit the road in a converted school bus and never looked back…until now. Why you might like it: The journey is equal parts quirky and bittersweet as 12-year-old Coyote – joined by an unforgettable collection of fellow travelers -- sneakily nudges Rodeo toward revisiting their old home for the first time in years. |
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| Song for a Whale by Lynne KellyWhat it’s about: As the only Deaf kid in her class, sixth-grade tech whiz Iris can relate to Blue 55, a whale who sings on a different frequency than other whales. That’s why Iris decides to compose a song for Blue 55 and travel to Alaska so she can play it in person. For fans of: Ali Benjamin’s The Thing About Jellyfish, another moving story about a girl’s obsession with an aquatic animal. |
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| A Good Kind of Trouble by Lisa Moore RaméeWhat it’s about: Smart, rule-following, seventh-grader Shayla doesn’t like to make waves -- just the thought of trouble makes her itchy. But when her formerly rock-solid friendships crumble and a police shooting prompts her to attend a Black Lives Matter protest with her family, Shay begins to wonder: are some kinds of trouble worth starting? Read it for: an honest look at middle school life starring relatable, real-sounding characters. |
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| Nikki on the Line by Barbara Carroll RobertsStarring: 13-year-old Nikki, whose dream of playing basketball for an elite club team just came true. The only problem? All the other girls are taller and more talented than she is, and with the pressure already on at school and at home, Nikki’s not sure she can handle it all.
Who it’s for: With vivid basketball action and plenty of family and friendship drama, Nikki on the Line will grab readers looking for sports stories as well as slice-of-life stories.
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| The Moon Within by Aida SalazarWhat it’s about: Celi Rivera might be confused about her crush on Iván, and about her best friend Mar being genderfluid, but she’s sure she doesn’t want a traditional Mexica moon ceremony after her first period, no matter what her mom says.
Is it for you? The mature, poetic talk about puberty in The Moon Within might not be for everyone, but if you’ve ever felt like you’re between cultures, between genders, or between kid and teen, you might relate to Celi’s story. |
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| Pay Attention, Carter Jones by Gary D. SchmidtWhat it’s about: After Mr. Bowles-Fitzpatrick arrives at the Jones family’s door, Carter Jones -- who’s struggling in the wake of his brother’s death and his dad’s overseas deployment -- is surprised to find himself bonding with the British butler.
Read it for: witty British/American culture clashes, genuine emotion, and a thrilling middle school cricket match.
Don’t miss: cameos from characters in popular author Gary D. Schmidt’s other books. |
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| The Owls Have Come to Take Us Away by Ronald L. SmithWhat it’s about: To 12-year-old Simon, the evidence is clear: aliens exist, they abduct humans, and the U.S. government is covering it up. But because Simon is an imaginative fantasy fan, no one believes his claims about the alien threat -- not even after Simon himself is abducted.
Why you might like it: Simon speaks directly to you, the reader, adding extra intensity to this eerie, multi-layered tale that will keep you intrigued all the way to the end.
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Midnight rider
by Joan Hiatt Harlow
On the eve of the Revolutionary War, young Hannah Andrews, an indentured servant to a British family, finds herself in a struggle between the family with whom she lives and the cause in which she believes, but after dressing up as a boy and attending a Sons of Liberty meeting, Hannah decides to take a stand--risking her life as a messenger for the Revolutionaries. Reprint.
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The detective's assistant
by Kate Hannigan
In 1859, Nell goes to live with her aunt, Kate Warne, a female detective for Pinkerton's National Detective Agency, and helps her aunt solve cases, including a mystery surrounding Abraham Lincoln and the mystery of what happened to Nell's own father
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Michael Vey : the prisoner of cell 25by Richard Paul EvansMichael Vey, a fourteen-year old who has Tourette's syndrome and special electric powers, finds there are others like him, and must rely on his powers to save himself and the others from a diabolical group seeking to control them
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Shadow on the mountain
by Margi Preus
Swept up by the Norwegian Resistance when Nazi German troops invade his home, 14-year-old Espen performs illicit courier services before becoming a Gestapo-dodging spy throughout five years during which he loses friends, falls in love and plots a daring escape to Sweden. By the Newbery Honor-winning author of Heart of a Samurai.
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The ability
by M. M Vaughan
While Chris and five other twelve-year-olds learn to make the most of their mental abilities in a secret, government-run school last used in 1977, twins Ernest and Mort are studying under someone with much more sinister motives
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Mouse
by Jeff Stone
Small in size and always a target of bullies, street urchin ShaoSu is happy to have been befriended by Hok and Ying, but ShaoSu's life takes a dramatic turn when he discovers that they are the most wanted criminals in all of China and ends up in the midst of a fierce battle for their very own survival!
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Chains
by Laurie Halse Anderson
When their owner dies at the start of the Revolution, Isabel and her younger sister are sold to Loyalists in New York, where Isabel is offered the chance to spy for the Patriots
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Spring Break Film Fest: Mortal Engines Monday, April 15, noon Teen Central, Central Library Spring Break is finally here and that obviously means spending more time at Teen Central! Teen Central is open alllllll day! For this spring break we are embarking upon our first Spring Break Film! That means a different movie showing every day this week.
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Solar Cars Workshop
Monday, April 15,
4:00 p.m.
Lewisville Branch Library
No Registration required. Learn about the challenges that current emissions pose to air quality and health, how these pollutants enter our water supply, and then make the ultimate emissions-free car by building and testing a miniature solar powered vehicle. This program will be presented by the Forsyth County Office of Environmental Assistance & Protection.
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Spring Break Film Fest: LEGO Movie 2 Tuesday, April 16, noon Teen Central, Central Library Spring Break is finally here and that obviously means spending more time at Teen Central! Teen Central is open alllllll day! For this spring break we are embarking upon our first Spring Break Film! That means a different movie showing every day this week.
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STEAM for Teens: Black-Out Poetry
Tuesday, April 16,
4:00 p.m.
Paddison Memorial Library in Kernersville
Join us for crafts, technology, science experiments, and more in our monthly STEAM program for tweens. This month we're celebrating National Poetry Month and making black-out poetry! For more information, call 336-703-2930. For grades 6-12.
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Who's Game Is It Anyway?
Tuesday, April 16,
4:30 p.m.
Teen Central, Central Library
Want to play a game? We are mixing up "Who's Line is it Anyway?", "Jeopardy", "Minute To Win It", "Pictionary", "Family Feud", "Monopoly", and "The Price Is Right" for an hour of crazy fun.
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Spring Break Film Fest: Spiderman Into the Spider-Verse Wednesday, April 17, noon Teen Central, Central Library Spring Break is finally here and that obviously means spending more time at Teen Central! Teen Central is open alllllll day! For this spring break we are embarking upon our first Spring Break Film! That means a different movie showing every day this week.
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Spring Break Film Fest: Aquaman Thursday, April 18, noon Teen Central, Central Library Spring Break is finally here and that obviously means spending more time at Teen Central! Teen Central is open alllllll day! For this spring break we are embarking upon our first Spring Break Film! That means a different movie showing every day this week.
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Teen Chef: Peepshi (Peeps + Sushi) Monday, April 22, 4:30 p.m. Teen Central, Central Library Teen Chef is a simple cooking program catered to teens, showing them simple and often no-bake recipes.
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Family Movie Night: Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse
Monday, April 22,
5:00 p.m.
Lewisville Branch Library
Teen Miles Morales becomes Spider-Man of his reality, crossing his path with five counterparts from other dimensions to stop a threat for all realities. Produced by Sony Pictures Entertainment and Marvel Entertainment. (PG)
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Teen Tech Tuesday
Tuesday, April 23,
4:00 p.m.
Rural Hall/Stanleyville Library
eens (6th-12th grade) can work on a different technology program or activity in the Rural Hall Branch Library auditorium. Please call the Rural Hall Branch Library at 336-703-2970 for more information.
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Japanese Conversation Club
Tuesday, April 23,
4:30 p.m.
Teen Central, Central Library
The Japanese Conversation Club is for teens who wish to be introduced to Japanese through interactions with a bilingual group leader. No previous knowledge of the language necessary.
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Escape Room
Wednesday, April 24,
4:30 p.m.
Teen Central, Central Library
19 puzzles. 3 locks. 1 hour. Will you survive?
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Teen Anime Club
Friday, April 26,
4:30 p.m.
Lewisville Branch Library
The Teen Anime Club meets to watch anime, draw manga, and to do special activities related to Japanese culture throughout the year. Grades 6-12.
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Contact your librarian for more great books for ages 10-13!
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