Fresh Reads, Honest reviews, Educator-approved
A debut that follows eleven-year-old Rigel as she navigates parental divorce and a jarring move from off-the-grid Alaska to suburban Connecticut. Exploring themes of family grief, emotional abandonment, and resilience through her bond with a wild crow
Step behind the silver screen! Meghan McCarthy’s Action! How Movies Began is an informational treasure trove that beautifully maps the evolution of filmmaking from 1800s photography to modern blockbusters.
In A Soft Place to Land, Janae Marks delivers a deeply moving, relatable story of resilience that upper elementary and pre-teen readers will truly root for. Facing sudden financial struggles and family tension, Joy Taylor must redefine her meaning of home while navigating a secret neighborhood mystery.
Time to Roll is a spectacular, sequel that finds favorite protagonist Ellie taking on a summer beauty pageant on her own terms. Balancing complex family dynamics, authentic disability representation, and fierce female solidarity, this witty and eye-catching middle-grade novel tackles self-worth with immense heart and humor.
Nat for Nothing, a graphic novel tracking the ups and downs of middle school friend groups. When Natalie struggles to find an after-school club and faces friend drama, she must discover how to move forward.