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Summer Camp Sleuths

Written by Bethany Latham and Illustrated by Marianne Constable
At summer camp, puzzle-loving Cooper uses his detective skills to make friends and solve the mystery of the disappearing marshmallows.
1st - 5th
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There and Back with EGS

Written by Lane Polak and Illustrated by Heather Rose Legge-Click
This is the third in a series of children’s books that introduces young explorers ages 3 to 8 to some of the unique elements and programs needed for the Artemis missions to get to deep space and the Moon, such as NASA’s Exploration Ground Systems or EGS for short.
Pre-K - 3rd
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Our Friend Orion

Written by Lane Polak and Illustrated by Heather Rose Legge-Click
This is the second in a series of children’s books that introduces young explorers ages 3 to 8 to some of the unique elements needed for the Artemis missions to get to deep space and the Moon, like NASA’s Orion spacecraft and SLS (Space Launch System) rocket.
Pre-K - 3rd
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A Sky That Sings

Written by Anita Sanchez and George Steele and Illustrated by Emily Mendoza
RIF Summer Camp: Reading Explorers Badge. Mia, a blind girl, guides her aunt on a bird-listening adventure, identifying birds by their unique songs and calls.
K - 5th
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Welcome to Our Playground

Written by Moira Butterfield and Illustrated by Harriet Lynas
RIF Summer Camp: Reading Explorers Badge. This engaging book explores how children around the world play, from games and toys to the places they gather and the words they use. It celebrates the many ways kids have fun across cultures, from playgrounds and fields to beaches and beyond.
2nd - 5th
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Hooray for SLS

Written by Lane Polak and Illustrated by Heather Rose Legge-Click
This book is the first in a series of children’s books that introduces young explorers ages 3 to 8 to some of the unique elements needed for the Artemis missions to get to deep space and the Moon, like NASA’s SLS (Space Launch System) rocket. The SLS mega rocket is special. It is designed to launch astronauts and heavy payloads from Earth, sailing across a cosmic sea to the Moon and beyond.
Pre-K - 3rd
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The Sky Riders

Written by Storytime and Illustrated by Michel Verdu
When a storm strikes, Sami and Ulanta go on a daring rescue mission...
2nd - 3rd
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I'm So Happy You're Here: A Celebration of Library Joy

Written by Mychal Threets and Illustrated by Lorraine Nam
Join Mychal Threets for a joyful tour of the library, a welcoming place full of stories, games, and activities where every child belongs.
Pre-K - 3rd
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The Lost Berries

Written by Driscoll's
When a boy discovers his berry patch has been picked clean, he follows mysterious footprints and finds an unexpected new friend.
Pre-K - 3rd
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Clara's Berries

Written by Driscoll's
Clara loves her berries and her belongings, but she slowly learns that sharing can make special moments even sweeter.
Pre-K - 3rd
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The Last Bee

Written by Driscoll's
A hardworking bee learns that helping berries grow takes teamwork when she must find a new hive after being left alone in the berry patch.
Pre-K - 3rd
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Me and Spot

Written by Driscoll's
When a splash of blackberry juice turns into an imaginary monster named Spot, a child’s everyday moment becomes a playful adventure powered by creativity and imagination.
Pre-K - 3rd
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Passover Around the World

Written by Tami Lehman-Wilzig and Illustrated by Elizabeth Wolf

Children learn that Jewish families all over the world celebrate Passover in their own special ways...

2nd - 6th
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Cool as a Capybara

Written by Storytime and Illustrated by Saemi Oliveira
When a flood hits the Amazon, the world’s biggest rodents paddle to the rescue!
2nd - 3rd
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Ten Mile Day and the Building of the Transcontinental Railroad

Written by Mary Ann Fraser

In 1869, a group of hardworking Chinese railroad workers were given an almost impossible challenge...

3rd - 7th
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History of Japan for Kids: An Enthralling Overview of Ancient Empires, Samurai Warriors, and the Journey to Modern Times

Written by Billy Wellman

Did you know Japan is made up of thousands of islands? Or that the world’s very first novel was...

3rd - 7th
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Kaho'olawe

Kahoʻolawe: The True Story of an Island and Her People

Written by Kamalani Hurley and Illustrated by Harinani Orme
Kahoʻolawe: The True Story of an Island and Her People is a poignant, award-winning picture book that chronicles the history of the smallest Hawaiian island, from its volcanic birth to its struggle under military occupation.
2nd - 5th
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Chooch Helped

Chooch Helped

Written by Andrea L. Rogers and Illustrated by Rebecca Lee Kunz
Chooch Helped is a picture book that explores the universal frustrations and tender bonds of sibling life within a contemporary Cherokee family.
Pre-K - 3rd
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A Child's Introduction to Asian American and Pacific Islander History: The Heroes, the Stories, and the Cultures that Helped to Build America

Written by Naomi Hirahara and Illustrated by Sarah Demonteverde
The newest book in the award‑winning Child’s Introduction series shines a bright light on the amazing impact Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) people have had on life in the United States.
3rd - 7th
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Halfway to Somewhere

Halfway to Somewhere

Written by Jose Pimienta
Halfway to Somewhere is a heartfelt graphic novel that follows Ave, a middle schooler moving from Mexico to Kansas while navigating the pain of their parents' divorce and a split family.
3rd - 7th
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Popo the Xolo

Popo the Xolo

Written by Paloma Angelina Lopez and Illustrated by Abraham Matias
Popo the Xolo is a tender picture book that follows Nana and her loyal hairless dog, Popo, as she transitions from the living world into the afterlife.
1st - 4th
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Paka Paka Con La Papa

Paka Paka Con La Papa

Written by Sara Andrea Fajardo and Illustrated by Juana Martinez-Neal
Alberto Salas Plays Paka Paka con la Papa is a playful picture book biography that follows Peruvian scientist Alberto Salas on his high-altitude quest to find and preserve rare wild potatoes.
1st - 3rd
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Croco

Croco

Written by Azul López
Croco is a vibrant picture book about a crocodile who gets stuck in a hole and must navigate the well-meaning but unsuccessful advice of his jungle friends.
2nd - 4th
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Wanda Hears the Stars

Wanda Hears the Stars: A Blind Astronomer Listens to the Universe

Written by Amy S. Hansen and Wanda Diaz Merced and Illustrated by Rocio Arreola Mendoza
A young girl from Puerto Rico dreams of studying the stars but begins to lose her eyesight in college. Instead of giving up, she learns to use sound to "hear" data from space and makes incredible scientific discoveries.
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