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A Quilt of Stars: Astronaut Karen Nyberg Stitches a Dream

Written by Karen Nyberg & Ann McCallum Staats and Illustrated by Alida Massari
Dr. Karen Nyberg always dreamed of reaching the stars. And when she finally made it to space, she wanted to share the amazing view with everyone back on Earth. From far away, she thought our planet looked like a giant quilt made of different people, places, and colors. So she decided to use her sewing skills — in space!
Pre-K - 3rd
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You Belong in the Wild

Written by Dr. Rae Wynn-Grant and Illustrated by Sawyer Cloud
Noa loves everything about nature. She watches wildlife shows, plays pretend with her stuffed animals, and shares cool animal facts with her mom. But when she looks at the people who work in nature, none of them seem to look like her.
Pre-K - 3rd
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How to be an Astronaut and Other Space Jobs

Written by Dr. Sheila Kanani and Illustrated by Sol Linero
Do you think you have what it takes to be an astronaut, build a spaceship, or help run Mission Control? This book explores all kinds of amazing space jobs—from cooking meals for astronauts to designing spacesuits to searching for new planets we might live on someday.
2nd - 5th
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Swing!

Written and Illustrated by James Yang
A young girl loves playing tennis with her dad. She dreams of being just like her hero, Arthur Ashe. But sometimes her thoughts feel like they’re bouncing all over the place—just like a tennis ball—and it’s hard for her to stay calm.
Pre-K - 3rd
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Twenty-One Steps: Guarding the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier

Written by Jeff Gottesfeld and Illustrated by Matt Tavares
This book explains how the unidentified soldiers came to rest at Arlington and how their fellow soldiers began keeping watch over them.
3rd - 6th
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Honor Flight: Celebrating America's Veterans

Written by Jeff Gottesfeld and Illustrated by Matt Tavares
This story is told by an unnamed veteran. Through his eyes, readers feel the powerful emotions of the visit—from seeing the monuments up close to receiving heartfelt messages from friends and schoolchildren. The journey ends with a warm “welcome home,” something some veterans never got when they first returned from war.
2nd - 5th
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The Fearless and the Fallen

Written by Sarah Doran and Illustrated by Jennifer Harms (Illustrator) & Misty Black (Designer)
Ace and Gunner race from one display to the next, reading every sign they can find. Each stop teaches them something new about history and about the brave things U.S. troops have done.
K - 5th
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Home Moves With Me

Written by Kathy Feedham Raggio and Illustrated by Quinette Cook
A child and their family pack up, drive off, and settle into a brand‑new house. Along the way, the child learns that home isn’t just a building or an address. Home is the people you love and the memories you carry with you wherever you go.
Pre-K - 3rd
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When You Dream Big!

Written and Illustrated by Peter H. Reynolds
It’s Dream Big Week at school, and everyone is excited to share what they want to be someday. Everyone…except Charley. She isn’t sure what her future looks like, and that makes her feel a little stuck.
Pre-K - 3rd
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The Lemonade War

Written by Jacqueline Davies
For a whole hour, Evan poured lemonade. Cup after cup, pitcher after pitcher. Wow, he thought as he tipped out the last drops of his fourth pitcher, the world is really thirsty. And I’m the Lemonade King.
3rd - 7th
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Rock, Brock, and the Savings Shock (Money Tales)

Written by Sheila Bair and Illustrated by Barry Gott
Rock and Brock are twins, but you’d never guess it—they’re as different as can be! One Saturday, their grandpa gives them a special challenge. For ten weeks in a row, he’ll hand each of them one dollar. But there’s a twist!
1st - 5th
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Kofi Goes to the Bank (Leaders Are Readers)

Written by Dr. Artika R. Tyner and Illustrated by Bilal Karaca
Kofi is a young boy eager to save his money to buy a djembe drum. With the help of his grandfather, Kofi learns the basics of saving by opening his first savings account.
Pre-K - 3rd
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Mari and the Great Market Swap

Written by Janelle Springer-Willms and Illustrated by Juliana Eigner
When customers can’t reach the weekly market, Mari comes up with a creative solution to help her fellow vendors.
1st - 3rd
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Sam and the Lucky Money

Written by Karen Chinn and Illustrated by Cornelius Van Wright and Ying-Hwa Hu

Sam can hardly wait to go shopping with his mom. It’s Chinese New Year, and his grandparents have...

Pre-K - 3rd
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World at War, 1944 (Magic Tree House, Super Edition, #1)

Written by Mary Pope Osborne and Illustrated by Sal Murdocca
When the magic tree house takes Jack and Annie back to World War II, Europe is in trouble! It is June 1944 and the brother-and-sister team must go behind enemy lines and crack a code that could save a lot of lives.
2nd - 5th
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The Outermost Mouse

Written by Lauren Wolk and Illustrated by Kristen Adam
The Outermost Mouse loves living at the very edge of the beach. She has the bright blue sky above her and soft, warm sand beneath her—almost like resting in her mother’s arms.
Pre-K - 3rd
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The Bakery Dragon and the Giant Cookie

Written by Devin Elle Kurtz
As the holidays get closer, Ember the dragon zooms across the land delivering cookies to everyone. But when a snowy storm blows him off track, Ember slips down a giant’s chimney and meets his toughest customer yet.
Pre-K - 3rd
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The Doughnut Club

Written by Kristina Rahim

Quinn loves her moms and her little brother, but sometimes she feels like she doesn’t quite fit in...

3rd - 7th
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Stray

Written by Cale Atkinson
There are lots of things a stray dog can enjoy. No collar tugging at your neck. No leash telling you where to go. No fence keeping you in one spot. You don’t have to sit or roll over or shake a paw—you can do whatever you want.
Pre-K - 3rd
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Every Month Is a New Year: Celebrations Around the World

Written by Marilyn Singer and Illustrated by Susan L. Roth
Happy New Year ... in July! This versatile collection of engaging original poems showcases New Year celebrations throughout the year and around the world.
1st - 7th
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How to Grow a Family Tree

Written by Bea Birdsong and Illustrated by Jasu Hu

All week long, Emmylou’s classmates stand up and share their family trees. Their trees are full of...

Pre-K - 3rd
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Grandpa and the Kingfisher

Written by Anna Wilson and Illustrated by Sarah Massini
Over the course of a year, a young child and their dog visit the river with Grandpa to watch the kingfishers. As spring warms into summer and autumn drifts into winter, they see the kingfishers build a nest, raise their babies, and learn to fly.
Pre-K - 3rd
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Emilia Wishing

Written by Belen Medina and Illustrated by Magdalena Mora
Emilia wakes up with hot breath on her face and a sharp knee poking her from behind. She wishes she had a bed of her own. From the back seat of their old car, she looks out at the neighborhood and dreams of living on a tree‑lined street in a big house with a swimming pool.
Pre-K - 3rd
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Growing Together

Written by Ruth Spiro and Illustrated by Paola Escobar
A child and a tiny seedling find a happy home in their neighborhood’s urban community garden. With help from firefighters, chefs, shopkeepers, and many other friendly neighbors, they grow together—flowers, vegetables, friendships, and more—through a bright and busy summer.
Pre-K - 3rd

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