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• An American Story

  Alexander, Kwame,

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  In this poetic, thought-provoking picture book, a teacher tries to find the right words to tell her students about the history of slavery. When she gets discouraged, the kids help their teacher find words of hope. Newbery author: 2015, 2020.

• The One and Only Ruby

  Applegate, Katherine,

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  The young elephant from “The One and Only Ivan” tells her own story. Ruby is not looking forward to the celebration for her “Tuskday” because it brings back memories of her perilous childhood in the wild. Newbery author: 2013.

• Something Like Home

  Arango, Andrea Beatriz,

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  With her parents in rehab, Laura has to move in with her unfamiliar aunt on “the rich side of town.” This means a new school, no friends, and too many rules. But then she meets Benson. And rescues a dog named Sparrow. Newbery author: 2023

• School Trip

  Craft, Jerry,

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  In the 3rd graphic novel in the series that started with “New Kid,” Jordan and his classmates take a summer trip to Paris while he tries to decide if he should leave his friends in the fall for the art school he’s dreamed about. Newbery author: 2020

• The Puppets of Spelhorst

  DiCamillo, Kate,

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  A fairy tale about 5 puppets: a king with a beard; a wolf who loves his teeth; a girl in a green cloak; a boy who has arrows and a bow; and an owl with real feathers. When will their story begin? And how will it end? Newbery author: 2001, 2004, 2014.

• Alebrijes

  Higuera, Donna Barba,

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  Imprisoned and imperiled by an oppressive society, Leandro has one chance left to save himself and his sister: he must complete a dangerous mission while transformed into the body of a hummingbird drone. Newbery author: 2022.

• Only Only Marisol Rainey

  Kelly, Erin Entrada,

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  In this short chapter book, Marisol decides to teach Felix to ride a bicycle. But when a neighbor's dog runs away, Marisol worries that she shouldn't even ride her own bike. What if Daggers sneaks up on her and attacks? Newbery author: 2018, 2021.

• When Clouds Touch Us

  Lai, Thanhha,

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  A year after escaping from the Vietnam war, Li and her family move from Alabama to Texas in the 1970s. She shares her experiences, including family conflicts, racism, and new friendships with insightful free verse poems. Newbery author: 2012.

• Mirror to Mirror

  LaRocca, Rajani,

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  In this novel in verse, Chaya worries that her twin sister Maya is struggling with serious anxiety. She decides to separate herself from her twin to help Maya cope. Will her plan help? Or make things worse? Newbery author: 2022.

• There Was a Party for Langston

  Reynolds, Jason,

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  In this picture book, the author celebrates the life and works of poet Langston Hughes, “the best word maker around,” who inspired other poets, including Maya Angelou, Amiri Baraka, and even Jason Reynolds himself. Newbery author: 2018.

• The Labors of Hercules Beal

  Schmidt, Gary D.,

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  Herc gets a challenging assignment from his 6th grade teacher: recreate the 12 labors of Hercules from Greek mythology. In a year filled with disasters, emergencies, and demon cats, Herc tries to be a hero in his own way. Newbery author: 2005, 2008.

• Impossible Escape

  a True Story of Survival and Heroism in Nazi Europe

  Sheinkin, Steve,

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  The true story of Rudi Vrba, who survived two years in the horrific Auschwitz death camp during World War II. He finally escaped, then became one of the first people to expose the Nazi atrocities to the whole world. Newbery author: 2013.

• Remember Us

  Woodson, Jacqueline,

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  Sage loves basketball but is not sure she should keep playing after a threat from a bully. She also loves her Brooklyn neighborhood, which faces a different kind of threat: smoke, sirens, and burning houses. Newbery author: 2006, 2008, 2009, 2016.