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• Afia in the Land of Wonders

  Araujo, Mia, 1986-

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  Afia tumbles into a magical world inspired by Bengali folklore, where danger and wonder exist side by side. To find her way home, she must rely on her courage and wit while uncovering the power of her own voice.

• No Purchase Necessary

  Marianayagam, Maria,

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  When seventh grader Ajay wins a spot on a reality competition show without even entering, he is suddenly thrust into the spotlight. As he navigates challenges, friendships, and public attention, Ajay begins to figure out who he is and what truly…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Queenie in Seven Moves

  Louise, Zanni,

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  When Queenie and her mom are forced to leave their home, one temporary move after another pushes her far outside her comfort zone. Carrying her father’s guitar and her own budding lyrics, Queenie learns that home can be built through friendship,…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Answers in the Pages

  Levithan, David,

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  When Donovan’s favorite book is challenged at school, he finds himself caught between his love of reading and the growing tension around censorship. As he navigates friendship, family and standing up for what matters, Donovan learns how stories can…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Red, White, and Whole

  LaRocca, Rajani,

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  Reha, who dreams of becoming a doctor even though she can’t stomach the sight of blood, is determined to make her Amma well again. She’ll be the perfect daughter, if it means saving her Amma’s life.

• A Kind of Spark

  McNicoll, Elle,

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  Addie, an autistic girl who loves history, becomes determined to honor the women accused of witchcraft in her Scottish town. As she pushes for a memorial, she learns how to speak up for herself and challenge the way others see her and the world.

• Paradise on Fire

  Rhodes, Jewell Parker,

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  When a wildfire breaks out during a summer wilderness program, a group of girls must work together to survive the dangerous conditions. As they face fear, loss and the power of nature, they discover strength in friendship and resilience.

• The Barren Grounds

  Robertson, David, 1977-

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  Two foster siblings discover a hidden portal to a magical land inspired by Indigenous stories and traditions. As they work to save this new world from danger, they begin to find belonging, purpose, and a sense of home they have been missing.

• Any Day With You

  Respicio, Mae,

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  Kaia loves filmmaking and special effects, and she pours her creativity into a short movie inspired by Filipino folktales as part of a summer arts camp. Hoping to win a contest and convince her beloved great grandfather to stay in California instead…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Look Both Ways

  a Tale Told in Ten Blocks

  Reynolds, Jason,

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  Jason Reynolds conjures ten tales (one per block) about what happens after the dismissal bell rings, and brilliantly weaves them into one wickedly funny, piercingly poignant look at the detours we face on the walk home, and in life.

• Ban This Book

  Gratz, Alan, 1972-

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  When her favorite book is removed from the school library, Amy Anne decides to fight back by creating a secret lending library. As she learns about censorship and standing up for her beliefs, Amy Anne discovers the power of her own voice and the…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Wishtree

  Applegate, Katherine,

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  Red is an old oak tree that listens as people hang wishes on her branches, but she has never wanted anything for herself. When a family faces prejudice in the neighborhood, Red finds the courage to speak up and help bring the community together.