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Catherine's War by Julia BilletBased on true events, this survival story follows the experiences of a young Jewish photographer who is forced to go into hiding and make a perilous journey to the free zone when Germany seizes France during World War II. Graphic Novels, Biography, History Ages 9+
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Little Robot by Ben HatkeAfter discovering an adorable robot in the woods, a mechanical-minded five-year-old endeavors to save her new friend from the big bad robots that want to use him to achieve their own nefarious ends. A fast-reading adventure by the creator of the "Zita the Spacegirl" trilogy. Great for younger readers as there is little text. Storytelling, Good and Evil, Friendship Ages 5-10
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Crows: Genius Birds by Kyla VanderklugtCovering a wide variety of topics, the "Science Comics" series presents top-notch science in a fun-to-read graphic-novel format. Told with fact-packed texts, engaging illustrations, and a reader-grabbing perspective, the books do not dumb down of any of the subjects presented; in fact, some of the information and vocabulary is easily on a high school level. Science, Ornithology Ages 9+
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The Book Rescuer: How a Mensch from Massachusetts Saved Yiddish Literature for Generations to Come by Sue MacyMacy provides a folkloric account of Aaron Lansky's efforts to preserve Jewish-European literature, describing how this MacArthur Genius Grant recipient has for more than 40 years combed through dumpsters, basements, and attics to collect and conserve Yiddish-language books. Vibrantly illustrated and compellingly told, this unique biography will give you goose bumps to read, as it is revealed that Lansky was the right person at the right time to save books from extinction. Picture Book Biography, History, Book Preservation Ages 5-12
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Outside In by Deborah UnderwoodLyrical prose and lovely, expressionistic artwork provide a mindful contemplation of the many ways nature affects our everyday lives. This exquisite picture book compares the outdoors to a patient and generous friend who comes in to help and heal while reminding us that we are all part of a much greater universe. Nature Studies (name the animals), Mindfulness Ages 3-8
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My Friend Earth by Patricia MacLachlanIn this lushly illustrated picture book, Earth is personified and vividly portrayed as a young girl who is friend to all creatures. The book's interactive flaps and die-cut pages will make you want to read it, again and again. Nature Studies (name the animals), Earth Day Ages 3-8
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by Georgia Ball
This high-action graphic-novel adaptation of the best-selling series debut finds a 10-year-old boy and his younger sister eagerly exploring the Titanic before a devastating accident changes their lives forever. History, Disasters, Graphic Novels Ages 8-12
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