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The Book Itch: Freedom, Truth & Harlem's Greatest Bookstore

Written by Vaunda Micheaux Nelson and Illustrated by R. Gregory Christie

In the 1930s, Lewis's dad, Lewis Michaux Sr., had an itch he needed to scratch―a book itch. How to...

2nd - 5th
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My Brother Charlie

Written by Holly Robinson Peete & Ryan Elizabeth Peete and Illustrated by Shane Evans

"Charlie has autism. His brain works in a special way. It's harder for him to make friends. Or show...

1st - 5th
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This Is How I Grow

Written by Dia L. Michels and Illustrated by Wesley Davies

This book shares the life cycle story of eight different mammal babies from habitats across the...

2nd - 5th
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What's Great About Washington, DC? (Our Great States)

Written by Rebecca E. Hirsch
What's so great about Washington, DC? Find out the top ten sites to see or things to do in the...
2nd - 6th
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What's Great About Wyoming? (Our Great States)

Written by Rebecca Felix
What's so great about Wyoming? Find out the top ten sites to see or things to do in the Cowboy State...
2nd - 6th
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What's Great about California? (Our Great States)

Written by Anita Yasuda
What's so great about California? Find out the top ten sites to see or things to do in the Golden...
2nd - 6th
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What's Great about Tennessee? (Our Great States)

Written by Jenny Fretland VanVoorst
What's so great about Tennessee? Find out the top ten sites to see or things to do in the Volunteer...
2nd - 6th
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The National Anthem (A True Book: American History)

Written by Elaine Landau
This book explains what a national anthem is; recounts how and why Francis Scot Key wrote "The Star...
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William Still and His Freedom Stories: The Father of the Underground Railroad

Written and Illustrated by Don Tate
William Still’s parents escaped slavery but had to leave two of their children behind, a tragedy...
1st - 5th
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My Mixed Emotions: Help Your Kids Handle Their Feelings

Written by Elinor Greenwood

This thoughtful, engaging book is packed with helpful hints, tips, and techniques for helping...

2nd - 5th
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Seeds of Change

Written by Jen Cullerton Johnson and Illustrated by Sonia Lynn Sadler
This is the story of Wangari Maathai, a naturalist who loved her country Kenya. After returning to...
2nd - 5th
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Back Off! Animal Defenses: Prickly Animals

Written by Nadia Higgins
In Prickly Animals, early fluent readers learn about animals such as the sea urchin, porcupine, and...
2nd - 5th
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The World's Biggest Animals: The World's Biggest Birds

Written by Mari Schuh
In The World's Biggest Birds, early fluent readers learn about birds as they explore the lives of...
2nd - 5th
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The World's Biggest Animals: The World's Biggest Fish

Written by Mari Schuh
In The World's Biggest Fish, early fluent readers learn about fish as they explore the lives of two...
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The World's Biggest Animals: The World's Biggest Mammals

Written by Mari Schuh
In The World's Biggest Mammals, early fluent readers learn about mammals as they explore the lives...
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The World's Biggest Animals: The World's Biggest Reptiles

Written by Mari Schuh
In The World's Biggest Reptiles, early fluent readers learn about reptiles as they explore the lives...
2nd - 5th
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Way to Grow! Gardening: Composting

Written by Rebecca Pettiford
In Composting, early fluent readers learn how organic matter breaks down to create a nutritious soil...
2nd - 5th
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Way to Grow! Gardening: Fruits

Written by Rebecca Pettiford
In Fruits, early fluent readers learn how to plant and care for fruit-bearing trees, bushes, plants...
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Way to Grow! Gardening: Harvesting

Written by Rebecca Pettiford
In Harvesting, early fluent readers learn how gardeners gather the results of their labor. Vibrant...
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Way to Grow! Gardening: Planting

Written by Rebecca Pettiford
In Planting, early fluent readers learn how to begin a garden. Vibrant, full-color photos and...
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Way to Grow! Gardening: Vegetables

Written by Rebecca Pettiford
In Vegetables, early fluent readers learn how to plant and care for a vegetable garden. Vibrant...
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Martin & Mahalia: His Words, Her Song

Written by Andrea Davis Pinkney and Illustrated by Brian Pinkney
They were each born with the gift of gospel. Martin's voice kept people in their seats, but also sent their praises soaring. Mahalia's voice was brass-and-butter - strong and smooth at the same time.
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Common Ground: The Water, Earth, and Air We Share

Written and Illustrated by Molly Bang

A simple story of our planet's natural resources with jewel-like paintings by Caldecott Honor author...

2nd - 5th
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Yellowstone National Park (A True Book™—National Parks)

Written by David Petersen
Describes the history, geographic features, plant and animal life, and sights of Yellowstone...
2nd - 5th

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