While there have been many graphic novels published this year, no graphic novel collection is complete without these graphic novel series. We consider them signature series in the juvenile graphic novel collection. They helped graphic novels gain popularity and even come out of the regular fiction shelves to create a new library collection in many […]
Reading Lists
Thematic Reading List: 18 Spooky Mysteries for Middle Grade Readers
Haunted houses, werewolves, monsters, sinister beings. What is lurking in the closet? Where are the voices coming from? Why is it that we love spooky novels so much? They keep us up all night, sometimes in terror yet sometimes because we can’t stop reading them. And, it’s not just adults who love scary novels. Some […]
Themed Reading List: 20 Twisted Tales
A fractured fairy tale is a story that is based on a fairy tale you know with changes to some part of the story, such as character, setting, or point or view. Sometimes even part of the plot is changed. Let’s say it presents a new twist to the original tale. Our list of 20 unique retellings of classic […]
Thematic Reading List: Inspiring Females in Fall 2018 Juvenile Nonfiction
This fall (2018), publishers are honoring the accomplishments of women by publishing notable books about the lives and achievements of women. Here are our choices for some incredible juvenile nonfiction titles to add to your shelves. Book release months and suggested age ranges are also included. Be sure to use the links provided to find similar books […]
Thematic Reading List: Fall 2018 Celebrating Multiculturalism & Our World
Our celebration of our diverse world includes books that take a peek at places around the globe and also books that show multicultural characters displaying bravery. Suggested age range and month of publication is included with each entry. Be sure to use the links provided to find similar books to those shown. […]
Thematic Reading List: Fall 2018 Fiction List: Female Characters in Juvenile Fiction and Picture Books
After reviewing hundreds of upcoming titles featuring female characters, we decided to hone our Fall Fiction List to include books with female characters involved in problem-solving, acts of bravery, or adjusting to a new normal. Each title was chosen to fill a spot on your shelf to encourage not only girls, but all students who find themselves in these situations. Suggested age […]
Thematic Reading List: Fall Trends in YA Publishing
Our Fall 2018 YA list includes books that follow this year’s trends of empowering females and recognizing the plight of all people, regardless of race or origin. Each book reflects timely issues that are being played out in our society, regardless of the book’s setting or time-period. Books included are both fiction and nonfiction for ages […]
Thematic Reading List: 15 Bilingual Picture Books
Bilingual picture books provide a unique way for students to learn basic words and conversational phrases in other languages. The books listed below present simple words and phrases great for beginning bilingual learners. Please note that most of the books on this list are bilingual Spanish/English in response to the higher percentage of Spanish/English learners in American classrooms. […]
Thematic Reading List: Resource Books to Use Across School Curriculums
Each year teachers are expected to create new lessons and class activities to meet a variety of standards and learning styles. One way librarians can help teachers is to provide a wide range of curriculum/teacher resource books in the school’s library. Here are 10 of our favorites. Activities to Undo […]
Thematic Reading List: A Trip Around the World in 20 Books
You can go around the world without leaving the country. How? By reading books, of course. This list of fiction and nonfiction books takes readers on a global adventure. Whether finding out what other children are doing around the world at a specific time or falling in love in another country, this list is sure to give […]
Thematic Reading List: 10 Titles for National Cousins Day (July 24)
Families are different and so are our relationships with our cousins. Cousins can be friends, foes, distant, or close. This list of middle grade and YA books highlight cousin relationships. Belle Prater’s Boy By: Ruth White When Woodrow’s mother suddenly disappears, he moves to his grandparents’ home in a […]
Thematic Reading List: National I Love Horses Day
July 15th is National I Love Horses Day. To celebrate, we are revisiting 10 horse themed classics and soon to be classics. Misty of Chincoteague By: Marguerite Henry Two children from Chincoteague help in the annual roundup of wild horses on a nearby island. They work hard to raise money […]
Thematic Reading List: 20 Storytime Read-Alouds
Twenty great picture books that make fun storytime reads. Many have repetition, rhyme, and provide plenty of opportunity for listener engagement. Are You My Mother? By: P.D. Eastman A classic read aloud about a baby bird that is born while his mother is away. He sets out to look […]
Thematic Reading List: 25 Everything 4th of July Books
When we think about the 4th of July we not only think of America’s independence, but we also think of parades, fireworks, and picnics with family and friends. This reading list covers the meaning of Independence Day, the many types of things we do to celebrate the holiday, and a few chapter books with July 4th settings for our chapter book readers. […]
Thematic Reading List: National Sugar Cookie Day- July 9
Here’s a baker’s dozen of cookie themed picture books. Sugar Cookies: sweet little lessons on love By: Amy Krouse Rosenthal Baking cookies teaches us many lessons about life and love. Includes a recipe for sugar cookies. Who Put the Cookies in the Cookie Jar? […]
Thematic Reading List: Let’s go to Hawaii! National Hawaii Day is July 5th
Beautiful sandy beaches, luaus, and plenty of sun and culture provide a luxurious setting for these 10 stories with Hawaii as their settings. This list includes picture books for the younger readers and chapter books for older readers up to 16 years old To Hawaii, With Love By: Michael P. Spradlin […]
Thematic Reading List: Who Wants Ice Cream? 12 Books About the Essential Summer Treat
Learn about the invention of ice cream and how it’s made. Then, step inside a few ‘ice cream’ featured stories. Plenty to read to cool you off on a hot summer day. How Did That Get to My Table?: Ice Cream By: Pam Rosenberg Follows the process of […]
Thematic Reading List: National Father-Daughter Take a Walk Day- July 7
In honor of National Father-Daughter Take a Walk Day we are browsing through 14 books focused on father-daughter interactions and relationships. Includes picture and YA books. A Photo for Greta By: Anna Alter Greta’s father is a professional photographer who is often away from home, but when he and Greta are […]
Thematic Reading List: Hobbies
After a long stressful school year, children can use something fun. Doing something you like is a mood booster and hobbies are just that! Whether you are into indoor or outdoor hobbies, want to learn a new hobby or increase your skills in a current hobby, our reading list provides plenty of hobbies to choose from. […]
Thematic Reading List: Neighbors
“Won’t you be my neighbor” is the familiar line from Mr. Rogers’ opening song on his popular television series. Many children live in neighborhoods and have interactions with those in their communities. This list focuses on how neighbors help each other in diverse ways to build each other up or improve their community. We’ve also thrown in […]
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