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Books for Kids and Tweens February 2024
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| The Selkie's Daughter by Linda Crotta BrennanIn coastal Nova Scotia, human-seal shapeshifter Brigit has to hide her heritage, even while protecting her home and family from deadly threats. Blending painful reality with the tragedy and heroism of folklore, this historical fantasy is an intense, gripping read. (Ages 9-13.) |
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The Eyes & the Impossible
by Dave Eggers
From the award-winning author of "The Every" and the illustrator of the beloved picture book "Her Right Foot" comes an endearing and beautifully illustrated story of a dog who unwittingly becomes a hero to a park full of animals.
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Eagle Drums
by Nasuêgraq Rainey Hopson
This magical origin story of the Iñupiaq Messenger Feast, a Native Alaskan tradition, follows a young, skilled hunter who, confronted by a terrifying eagle god, is led on a harrowing journey during which he learns unexpected lessons about the natural world.
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Bumps in the Night
by Amalie Howard
Sent to her grandmother's estate in Trinidad, Rika meets a group of kids with elemental powers called Minders, who reveal that her long-lost mom is in danger, sending Rika on a magical adventure where she must learn to believe in herself to destroy evil.
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Drawing Deena
by Hena Khan
When young Pakistani American artist Deena promotes her mom's home-based business, which takes off and makes her anxiety unmanageable, she and her mother learn the importance of asking for help and that, with the right support, she can create something truly beautiful.
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Hyena vs. Honey Badger
by Jerry Pallotta
What if a honey badger and a hyena had a fight? Who do you think would win? Readers will learn about each animal's anatomy, behavior, and more. Then compare and contrast the battling pair before finally discovering the winner! Just one title in this popular nonfiction series.
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Not the Worst Friend in the World
by Anne Rellihan
When new girl Cece passes her a mysterious note saying she was kidnapped, 11-year-old Lou, who will do anything to prove she's not the world's worst friend after betraying her best friend, uncovers the complicated truth about Cece's family and must make a difficult decision.
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15 Secrets to Survival
by Natalie D. Richards
Forced to participate in an extra credit project in the middle of nowhere, classmates Baxter, Abigail, Turner and Emerson must survive the wilderness with only a survival handbook and each other after their instructor goes missing.
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| Shark Teeth by Sherri WinstonSharkita “Kita” Hayes is terrified of being separated from her siblings again, like when their mama left them. Mama’s back now, but how is Kita supposed to trust her? This story about an unstable family covers some tough stuff and offers complicated, authentic characters. (Ages 9-12.)
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| The Misfits: A Royal Conundrum by Lisa Yee; illustrated by Dan SantatOlive Cobin Zang is used to feeling lonely and invisible. That changes, however, after she’s chosen to train as an undercover crime-fighter with four other offbeat, unusually talented kids. This quirky series opener is packed with suspense. (Ages 8-12.) |
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Contact your librarian for more great books!
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Chester Library 250 W Main St. Chester, New Jersey 07930 (908) 879-7612
chesterlib.org
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