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What librarian Elizabeth is reading 2021: graphic novel edition
Created on:
Oct 03, 2021
97 items
SFPL Main Children's Center Librarian Elizabeth LOVES telling you what she's read in kids books, both the good, bad, and not so...
13 likes
Topic Guide
SJPL Recommends: #BlackLivesMatter for Teens
By:
sjpl_teenhq
sjpl_teenhq
Created on:
Jun 03, 2020
48 items
These young adult titles tackle themes such as racism, police brutality, protesting, healing, and Black Joy. Check them out if ...
1 like
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I Will Tell You My Story
By:
KCLS_Gerry
KCLS_Gerry
Created on:
May 22, 2020
41 items
Join the narrators of these fictional, first-hand stories and transport yourself into their lives and worlds. You might just fi...
2 likes
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GraphicNovels: More than just Superheroes for Ages 9+
Created on:
May 29, 2022
100 items
Graphic novels are great for young minds because they reinforce language with high quality images that engage both sides of you...
11 likes
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Just Like Me!
By:
PimaLib_TeneciaP
PimaLib_TeneciaP
Created on:
Aug 19, 2017
30 items
Books for children & teens that feature characters from a diverse range of socioeconomic backgrounds, gender identities, ab...
General Recommendations
On the Fly: Quick Books for Busy Teens
Created on:
Dec 16, 2024
24 items
Looking to pick up a quick read to fill some time? Waited until the last minute to pick out a book for that reading assignment?...
General Recommendations
2024 PAUSD High School Required Reading - Part 1 (titles A-T)
Created on:
Oct 16, 2024
100 items
Hey everyone! Check out this booklist of PAUSD required reading available for free at PACL! If you can’t find a physical copy, ...
3 likes
General Recommendations
Essential New Works of Fiction by Black Authors
By:
LCPL_Krystyna
LCPL_Krystyna
Created on:
Jan 30, 2024
97 items
In celebration of Black History Month in the U.S., this year we've gathered together a collection of fiction from Black authors...
4 likes
General Recommendations
CRRL Picks: Hot New Titles 11/30/21
By:
CRRLCollection
CRRLCollection
Created on:
Nov 29, 2021
15 items
Just released Tuesday, November 30, these titles are ready for your requests!
Topic Guide
Banned Books Week 2021: Books Unite Us!
By:
Pleasanton_Julie
Pleasanton_Julie
Created on:
Sep 15, 2021
61 items
From the American Library Association: "Banned Books Week (September 26-October 2, 2021) is an annual event celebrating th...
General Recommendations
Great Read-Alouds for Grades 4-6
By:
IndyPL_BambiP
IndyPL_BambiP
Created on:
Feb 29, 2020
51 items
Reading aloud to your children is not something you should stop just because they have learned to read on their own. These are ...
5 likes
General Recommendations
Crushes & First Love - Romance for Grades 5-8
By:
IndyPL_CarrieS
IndyPL_CarrieS
Created on:
Apr 03, 2019
30 items
Looking for a romance that's just right? These stories about first love and big crushes are just right for middle-grade reader...
8 likes
General Recommendations
2018 SFUSD Recommended Summer Reading, Grades 9-12
By:
SFPL_Family
SFPL_Family
Created on:
May 15, 2018
21 items
Family secrets, secret superpowers, and powerful activists are just a few of the surprises lurking in these amazing books, hand...
3 likes
General Recommendations
Miss Sara Recommends: Diverse Voices - Kids Today
Created on:
Nov 23, 2017
36 items
Everyone has their own story and their own experience. These titles set in the here and now explore the diverse lives and stori...
1 like
Topic Guide
Social Justice for Kids
By:
b
batz4books
Created on:
Nov 15, 2016
24 items
Social justice isn't a bad thing, despite what some trolls say. If you are looking for some books to share with K-8 on civil ri...
General Recommendations
All the Feels - Middle and High School
Created on:
Nov 28, 2022
100 items
All the Feels book recommendations for children ages 11-17 that encourage readers to feel, experience, and dive into how readin...
1 like
General Recommendations
Chapter Books for Big Feelings & Emotions
By:
DBRL_KIDS
DBRL_KIDS
Created on:
Sep 20, 2021
53 items
Juvenile book list dealing with big emotions, mental health struggles and methods for coping.
7 likes
Topic Guide
Racial Injustice/Anti-Racist Book List
Created on:
Jun 08, 2020
72 items
Are you searching for resources to open up a dialogue about racial injustice and anti-racism? Here are just a few great options...
1 like
General Recommendations
One World, Many Voices
By:
MultCoLib_Kate
MultCoLib_Kate
Created on:
Aug 21, 2019
44 items
Diverse books for children from preschool to 5th grade in celebration of Just Ask!: Be Different, Be Brave, Be You by U.S. Supr...
General Recommendations
Mock Newbery Reads~2017
By:
DBRL_KIDS
DBRL_KIDS
Created on:
Aug 22, 2017
38 items
Interested in potential Newbery Award books? Or just looking for new juvenile chapter books to read? Then this is the list for ...
Genre Guide
Realistic fiction for teens
By:
HCLteens_fiction
HCLteens_fiction
Created on:
Apr 19, 2016
20 items
Think being a teen is easy? Try these realistic stories about teen problems and you just might think again. Selected by Tony H.
12 likes
General Recommendations
Mental Health Awareness Month - Juvenile & Tween Fiction
Created on:
Apr 24, 2025
69 items
These fiction titles, geared towards older elementary and middle-school aged students, feature characters who are exploring or ...
1 like
General Recommendations
Youth Media Awards 2025
Created on:
Jan 27, 2025
85 items
Congratulations to the Youth Media Award winners and honorable mentions for 2025! These include the Newberry and Caldecott meda...
2 likes
General Recommendations
Libby's Best Books of 2024
By:
TRLSophia
TRLSophia
Created on:
Nov 25, 2024
100 items
Pop the champagne, coffee, tea, or whatever pairs best with your next read. As the year comes to a close, we’re ready to reflec...
1 like
General Recommendations
Loss and Grief in YA
By:
PPLTeen
Created on:
Jan 05, 2024
45 items
Contemporary YA fiction and non-fiction depicting teens navigating the wide spectrum of loss and grief.
If you or someone you ...
