
Spring break is right around the corner! Whether you’re heading out of town or making the most of a staycation, good reading material is essential for maximum relaxation, and we’ve made it even easier for you to browse our staff picks from home. Take Cheryl’s middle grade pick, Some of Us Are Brave by Saadia Faruqi, for example. Click here to see the book on our website, then click on the Look Inside the Book button under the book cover. You can read the first 10% of the book to see if it’s for you! Not every book on our site has this function, but many do. We hope it will help you find your next great read!
| PICTURE BOOKS |
| Recommended by Jenness
What happens when the generous owner of the Milwaukee Brewers opens up the ballpark early for those who work the night shift? You get baseball for breakfast! A surprising and heart-warming true story of a community coming together to celebrate America’s game during WWII. Also loved by Jake! |
| Recommended by Rachel
Evie’s chaotic younger siblings follow her EVERYWHERE, even into the snowy outside world. Evie uses a magic wand to make a portal to an upside world full of wonders where her siblings learn to work together and save someone’s day! |
| Recommended by Abigail
A celebration of escaramuza, family, and girl power! Rooted in the Mexican tradition of Charrería, Rhea’s Rodeo explores what it means to find strength in vulnerability, leaning on loved ones to help you through life’s obstacles. Winners get back on the saddle! |
| Recommended by Abigail
It’s Dream Big Week at school, and everyone knows what job they want when they grow up… except one student. Follow along as Charley overcomes self-doubt and learns that who you are is far more important than who you want to be. No dream is too small to share with the class! |
| Recommended by Rachel
A beautifully illustrated picture book inspired by The Unicorn Tapestries, Beatrix and the Unicorn dives into loneliness and the meaning of friendship. |
| Recommended by Rae Ann
This picture book invites us to find awe wherever we are, from the wonders of nature to fireworks in the sky. Creativity or helping a friend inspires awe in this beautifully illustrated picture book that shows us wonder can be found everywhere. |
| Recommended by Rae Ann
Pete the Badger is trying to read his book in peace, but a pesky fly won’t leave him alone. The fly becomes a swarm and things get out of hand. The animals decide to clear the forest of the pesky pests, upsetting the balance of their home. A funny science lesson that is perfect for reading aloud. |
| Recommended by Treva
When the moon shines at night, families are together and apart. This sweet story helps us imagine what might be happening underneath the roofs of the houses all around us. Beautiful illustrations serve as reminders that no matter whether we are together or apart from loved ones, the sky above and the moon shining down is the same for all. Also loved by Abigail! |
| Recommended by Rae Ann
It’s Little Hedgehog’s birthday. They wake up excited, but think all of their friends have forgotten. But no! There’s a surprise party at the end of the day. This beautifully illustrated picture book of animals celebrating a birthday with songs, cake, and games is bursting with joy. |
| INDEPENDENT READERS |
| Recommended by Abigail
Oh no! Someone is trying to sabotage the Young Inventors Fair! In this action-packed, hilarious new graphic novel, follow kid detective Harper Sharp and his besties as they balance family life, artwork, homework, and sleuthing. Can Harper crack the case without his project for art class being put on hold? Grades come first––but so does justice! |
| Recommended by Cheryl
Three young neighbors become friends though the harrowing Harvey Hurricane in Houston. They build their strengths and overcome their fears in a red canoe. |
| YOUNG ADULT |
| Recommended by Rachel
A dark academia story with body swapping horror elements in a fantastical and dystopian world, Queen of Faces is a multi-POV epic adventure with magic around every corner. |
| CLASSICS & BACKLIST |
| Recommended by Abigail
Reading this book felt like watching a play at the theatre! Meet Aurora and explore her world like never before in this gorgeously illustrated reimagination of Sleeping Beauty. Both the story itself and its visual beauty will leave children and adults alike walking away with something to appreciate. Also loved by Genevieve! |
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