A chilling, brilliantly imagined look at a future America torn apart by war, climate collapse, and radicalization. Akkad’s debut is haunting, immersive, and impossible to forget.
The Paper Girl of Paris is a captivating YA historical fiction novel that blends the tragedy of the Holocaust with a compelling family mystery. As Alice uncovers the secrets of her grandmother’s abandoned Paris apartment, readers are drawn into a story of harrowing survival and the enduring power of family, making it an excellent supplemental read for a unit on WWII.
Blackout is a simple, effective picture book about a city family who finds connection when their power goes out. This story highlights the beauty of slowing down and making memories, transforming a power outage into a neighborhood party under the stars. It’s a great read for children and a helpful reminder for adults about setting aside the hustle and bustle.
Mission Defrostable is a delightfully rhyming picture book adventure perfect for PreK-3rd grade. Join Lady Pancake and Sir French Toast as they race to save the fridge from a mysterious frost! Kids will love the awesome characters and mystery, while adults will appreciate the humor and clever wordsmithing. A top-notch, highly recommended read for any classroom library!
The Spirit Bear Series is a powerful duology exploring the impact of violence and the long road to redemption. Protagonist Cole Matthews’ journey, from isolation in Alaska to confronting his past in high school, is a great read for teens, emphasizing accountability and the profound connection between self-healing and changing one’s community.