Fresh Reads, Honest reviews, Educator-approved
Moving is never easy, especially when you bring your anxiety with you. Mia swaps New York City for the Appalachian Mountains and a grandfather she’s never met. This gentle, accessible story explores self-discovery and resilience as Mia navigates new friendships and discovers a secret library.
A painting has been stolen…! When Rami sees a floating girl in the museum, he knows he has seen her somewhere before. Then he realizes: She looks just like the girl in the painting that has gone missing.
Finding your stride is harder when the ground keeps shifting. Jack Hurd fights to keep his family together while navigating the heavy miles of grief and cross-country racing. This emotional companion to Orbiting Jupiter is a simple, powerful exploration of what it means to be a brother and a protector.
It sounds like a horror movie: microscopic vampires entering your feet and stealing your strength. Gail Jarrow uncovers the medical mystery of the hookworm parasite that devastated the American South. Blending gross-out science with fascinating social history, this book reveals how one scientist’s discovery fought both a disease and a deadly stereotype.
Can a 200-year-old curse be broken by a 12-year-old? Two girls separated by two centuries are linked by a mysterious treasure hunt. With a fast-paced dual-timeline structure, clever puzzles, and themes of loyalty and resilience, this is a must-read for fans of fantasy and mystery. It’s a race against time that proves some bonds and some secrets last forever.