We love these books, and you might too! Click on a book's cover to learn more about it. Then, to place a hold, click on the title to go to our catalog. Check back monthly for new picks. Enjoy! - Children's Staff
Staff Favorites
December 2019
Chapter Book
A lot of things can change during middle school. Friends, schools, and rules are just a few things that change at Branton Middle School for Frost and his friends. During all this a school-wide sticky-note war adds to the everyday chaos.
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Wang Bin is a girl who was orphaned in China, then adopted in America. Her American parents call her Ada. Want to know her secret? The secret treasure of her heart…
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A fictionalized Choctaw Trail of Tears Story, with some truth to it!
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Amanda and her imaginary friend Rudger are inseparable. But the arrival of the sinister Mr. Bunting spells trouble for them both. Showing the power of imagination, this excellent story will chill your spine and warm your heart!
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Magic and mayhem abound in this multi-layered tale. Maguire expertly weaves together elements of historical fiction, myth, and folklore. A perfect book for reading under a pile of blankets on a cold, snowy day.
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Poor Hippo lives in a run-down zoo. His friend Red Panda encourages him to become a “hippopotamister” and find a job! This hilarious story features a perfectly paced plot and engaging illustrations.
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Picture Book
This book is FUN! This author combines an ordinary situation - a kite getting stuck in a tree - and the tenacity of one young boy to make a very funny and engaging story.
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Books are great! Some books are educational, and others tell engaging stories with beautiful illustrations. But did you know that sometimes a book is not just a book?
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A celebration of our bodies and how they make us who we are!
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A lyrical and imaginative book about the depth of family love. Perfect for bedtime!
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Readers will gobble up this hilarious story about Penelope’s first day of school!
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For more than 20 years, Captain Schuenemann has brought Christmas trees to the citizens of Chicago. When a blizzard sinks his ship, his family carries on the tradition with courage and a purpose.
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A lighthouse keeper’s family finds the magic of Christmas on an island off the coast of Maine. Be sure to read the Author’s Note at the end of the book!
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A little fir tree becomes the center of a Christmas Celebration for a boy that is homebound. Then one winter, a surprise happens.
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What is the best Christmas ever? Jack wants more, more, and more until he discovers the joy of giving the perfect gift.
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Do you ever wonder what plants will grow from tiny seeds? This book explores the growth of many kinds of seeds in a beautiful garden.
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Can you whistle? Peter wishes he could whistle for his dog, Willie. Interesting collage illustrations show Peter as he learns to whistle.
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This book shows Ernest as he explores the pond in his yard. It’s much bigger than you might think!
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Nobody knows that Eliot is a superhero by night-not even his parents! Fun and funny characters and illustrations get kids guessing what he must do next to save the world.
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A very touching story about a kid who goes to work with his dad. Kids will enjoy all the details about this night they spend together.
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Agee’s typical solid story with scant words tells the tale of a knight who builds a wall to keep dangerous things on the other side. Will it keep him safe?
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Non-Fiction
Get ready to dive into the world of dolphins! This action-packed book is full of awesome facts, photos, and fun!
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Scientists Roxanne and Patrick set off on a polar adventure, studying the Weddell seals. Patches is a seal they have been tracking since her birth. They have learned a great deal about seals by studying Patches.
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Slavery: past, present - Yes present - and (as history repeats itself) the future. For mature children to read about enslaved children and adults around the world.
View this book in our catalog.Five Thousand Years of Slavery