Just Like Me, by Vanessa Brantley-NewtonA beautiful book of poetry urging girls to love themselves just how they are. Not only is the book a wonder about being kind to yourself and dealing with girl stuff, it also depicts lots of different girls. They are different colors, have different hairstyles, live in different places, and liking different things. |
From the Desk of Zoe Washington, by Janae MarksRecommended Age: 8-12
On her 12th birthday, Zoe Washington receives a letter from her father who is in prison but says he didn't commit the crime. Zoe secretly investigates while also doing a good job at her bakery internship and proving to her parents that she’s worthy of auditioning for Food Network’s Kids Bake Challenge. |
Cassandra Steps Out, by Isabelle Bottier, Illustrated by Hélène CanacRecommended Age: 8-14
Cassandra has a gift. Animals can show her what they're thinking. And she's done keeping her talent a secret. In the first volume of the Cassandra: Animal Psychic series, Cassandra sets out to help pets and their people. At the same time, Cassandra's life is going through some major upheaval. It's harder to understand humans, but can she? |
Twins, Written and Illustrated by Varian JohnsonRecommended Age: 8-12
Identical twins Maureen and Francine Johnson might be different in what they do, but they have always done things together. Enter 6th grade and suddenly one twin wants autonomy. Can they figure out a way to be independent and yet also supportive? |