Fresh Reads, Honest reviews, Educator-approved
Flight of the Puffin is an incredibly stirring, multi-perspective masterpiece showing how a single, artful act of kindness can spark a lifesaving chain reaction of hope. Tackling tough topics like bullying, grief, and homelessness with absolute compassion.
Free Lunch is an unsparingly realistic, emotionally vital memoir that illuminates the lived experience of childhood poverty and domestic instability. Handled with incredible grace, wit, and hope, Rex’s voice represents countless students navigating invisible hardships.
In this highly anticipated sequel to Out of My Mind, Melody is a year older, braver, and determined to conquer summer camp. Armed with her trusty Medi-talker, she seeks friendship, adventure, and independence.
Hop aboard for a deeply moving, journey through the eyes of a young boy on a weekly subway ride, this beautifully illustrated picture book delivers a masterclass in empathy, helping young readers realize that we can never truly know a person’s story just by looking at them.
With lyrical storytelling and stunning illustrations, The Year We Learned to Fly celebrates imagination, resilience, and the power of believing in yourself. Jacqueline Woodson and Rafael López create an uplifting story that encourages young readers to rise above challenges, embrace their identities, and recognize the strength found in family, heritage, and hope.