FALL 2019
Once Upon a Fairy Tale (Book 1): The Magic Mirror (Sept 2019, Scholastic Branches)
Written by Anna Staniszewski, Illustrated by Macky Pamintuan

​The Enchanted Kingdom is in a heat wave until the Ice Princess uses her magic mirror to make winter come--no wonder Kara and Zed are too hot. But the magic mirror is broken! And no one else wants to help the princess. Can Kara and Zed find out how to fix the mirror and bring back winter? Or will it be summer forever?

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​WINTER 2019-2020
Once Upon a Fairy Tale (Book 2): The Magic Mirror (Dec 2019, Scholastic Branches)
Written by Anna Staniszewski, Illustrated by Macky Pamintuan

Kara and Zed are ready for a new adventure! When Prince Charming loses the girl and the glass slipper, Kara knows this is her chance to find the shoe, foil an evil plot, and save the day. But will Kara and Zed fix the prince's happily ever after, or wind up thrown in a dungeon? ​

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Tae Kwon Do Test (January 1, 2020, Capstone)
Written by Cristina Oxtra, Illustrated by Amanda Erb

Mina has all the skills it takes to pass her upcoming yellow belt test in Tae Kwon Do. But a fellow student's struggle shakes her confidence and tempts her to quit. This chapter book includes a yummy recipe.

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​​The Amazing Life of Azaleah Lane (January 1, 2020, Capstone/Picture Window Books)
Written by Nikki Shannon Smith, ​Illustrated by Mari Lobo
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Azaleah can't wait for her class field trip to the National Zoo in Washington D.C., especially when her teacher announces the chance to earn extra credit. But when Azaleah gets home, she quickly realizes extra credit isn't as easy as she thought. Azaleah's younger sister Tiana can't find Greenie, her stuffed animal, and she's sure he's been stolen. With Mama at the restaurant and Daddy at work on a big case, it seems Azaleah is the only one available to track down the stolen stuffie. Can Azaleah get to the bottom of the mystery in time to finish her extra credit?

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​​Farah Rocks Fifth Grade (January 1, 2020, Capstone Books)
Written by Susan Muaddi Darraj, ​Illustrated by Ruaida Mannaa
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Farah and her best friend, Allie Liu, are getting excited to turn in their applications to the Magnet Academy, where they both hope to attend sixth grade. But when new girl Dana Denver shows up, Farah's world is turned upside down. As Dana starts bullying Farah's little brother, Samir, Farah begins to second-guess her choice to leave him behind at Harbortown Elementary/Middle School. Determined to handle it on her own, Farah comes up with a plan--a plan that involves lying to those closest to her. Will her lies catch up with her, or can Farah find a way to defeat the bully and rock fifth grade? 

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Malcolm X: Get to Know the Civil Rights Activist (People You Should Know) (January 1, 2020, Capstone Press)
Written by Ebony Joy Wilkins, Ph.D.
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Malcolm X is known as a leader of the civil rights movement. He faced racism, spent time in prison, became a minister, joined the Nation of Islam, left, took a pilgrimage to Mecca, traveled the world, and became a public figure before his assassination. Explore how his words shaped the civil rights movement and the people who called him a leader.

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​Almost American Girl, An Illustrated Memoir (January 28, 2020)
Written and illustrated by Robin Ha

A powerful and timely teen graphic novel memoir—perfect for fans of American Born Chinese and Hey, Kiddo—about a Korean-born, non-English-speaking girl who is abruptly transplanted from Seoul to Huntsville, Alabama, and struggles with extreme culture shock and isolation, until she discovers her passion for comic arts. For as long as she can remember, it’s been Robin and her mom against the world. Growing up in the 1990s as the only child of a single mother in Seoul, Korea, wasn’t always easy, but it has bonded them fiercely together. So when a vacation to visit friends in Huntsville, Alabama, unexpectedly becomes a permanent relocation—following her mother’s announcement that she’s getting married—Robin is devastated. Overnight, her life changes. She is dropped into a new school where she doesn’t understand the language and struggles to keep up. She is completely cut off from her friends at home and has no access to her beloved comics. At home, she doesn’t fit in with her new stepfamily. And worst of all, she is furious with the one person she is closest to—her mother. Then one day Robin’s mother enrolls her in a local comic drawing class, which opens the window to a future Robin could never have imagined.
Mary and the Trail of Tears: A Cherokee Removal Survival Story (January 2020, Capstone)
Written by Andrea L. Rogers, Illustrated by Matt Forsyth

Twelve-year-old Mary and her Cherokee family are forced out of their home in Georgia by U.S. soldiers in May 1838. From the beginning of the forced move, Mary and her family are separated from her father. Facing horrors such as internment, violence, disease, and harsh weather, Mary perseveres and helps keep her family and friends together until they can reach the new Cherokee nation in Indian Territory. Featuring nonfiction support material, a glossary, and reader response questions, this Girls Survive story explores the tragedy of forced removals following the Indian Removal Act of 1830.

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​Sylvie: Sea View Star (January 2020, ABDO)
Written by Ali Bovis, ​Illustrated by Jen Taylor
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Sylvie can’t wait to raise money for the animal shelter for her Make a Difference Day project, but with her frenemy, Camilla, and Sylvie’s foster puppy creating obstacles along the way, she discovers there is more than one way to make a difference. Other books in the series: Save the Beach, Organizer Extraordinaire, Earth Day Extravaganza.

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Trailblazers: Beyoncé: Queen of the Spotlight (January 14, 2020, Random House Books for Young Readers)
Written by Ebony Joy Wilkins, Ph.D.
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Trailblazers: Beyoncé: Queen of the Spotlight - Beyoncé Knowles became famous as the lead singer of the popular group Destiny's Child. But on her own, she's had even bigger hits. From movies to Grammy Awards to performing at the Super Bowl halftime show, Beyoncé is one of the world's most amazing superstars. Find out how the girl who entered local singing competitions became one of history's greatest trailblazers! ​

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​Sarah Journeys West: An Oregon Trail Survival Story (Girls Survive) (February 1, 2020, Capstone/Stone Arch Books)
Written by Nikki Shannon Smith, ​Illustrated by Alessia Trunfio
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In the midst of the California Gold Rush, twelve-year-old Sarah and her family are living in the North as free Black people. Seeking a better life, Sarah's parents decide they will venture west on the Oregon Trail. On the trail, Sarah and her family face all kinds of hardship, including racism, extreme weather, difficult terrain, and disease. But the journey will be worth it if they can find fortune in California. Will Sarah and her family endure the trail and make a new life out west? ​

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SPRING 2020
​A Sporting Chance: How Ludwig Guttman Created the Paralympic Games (April 2020, Houghton Mifflin Harcourt)
Written by Lori Alexander, Illustrated by Alan Drummond
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Dedicating his life to patients labeled "incurables," Ludwig Guttmann fought for the rights of paraplegics to live a full life. The young doctor believed—and eventually proved—that physical movement is key to healing, a discovery that led him to create the first Paralympic Games. Told with moving text and lively illustrations, and featuring the life stories of athletes from the Paralympic Games Ludwig helped create, this story of the man who saved lives through sports will inspire readers of all backgrounds.

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​Dear Beast (May 2020, Holiday House)
An epistolary series written by Dori Hillestad Butler, illustrated by Kevan Atteberry
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Simon the cat has taken care of his owner, Andy, for years. He’s a good pet. Clean and loyal. Even when Andy’s dad moves out, Simon is sure Andy doesn’t need another pet. So why would Andy adopt a DOG to live at his dad’s house? Simon’s job is clear: the beast needs to go! But Baxter the dog has something else in mind.
Frog Meets Dog (May 2020, Scholastic Acorn)
Written and illustrated by Janee Trasler
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​FROG MEETS DOG is the first book in the FROG AND DOG series of books from Scholastic's new Acorn imprint of early chapter books for the youngest readers. This collection features easy-to-read text, a short-story format, plenty of humor, and full-color artwork on every page, these books will boost reading confidence and fluency.

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Goat in a Boat (May 2020, Scholastic Acorn)
Written and illustrated by Janee Trasler
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GOAT IN A BOAT is the second book in the FROG AND DOG series of books from Scholastic's new Acorn imprint of early chapter books for the youngest readers. This collection features easy-to-read text, a short-story format, plenty of humor, and full-color artwork on every page, these books will boost reading confidence and fluency.
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​Layla & The Bots (Book 1): Happy Paws (May 5, 2020, Scholastic Branches)
Written by Vicky Fang, Illustrated by Christine Nishiyama
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​Layla and the Bots are in an awesome rock band! They also use problem-solving and creativity to build cool inventions. When a local amusement park is in danger of shutting down, Layla knows just how to bring in the crowds... build an amusement park for DOGS! But will cool doggie rides like the Rub-a-Dub Mud Slide and the Tummy Rubbing Machine be enough to keep the park open? With full-color artwork on every page and speech bubbles throughout, this early chapter book series brings kid-friendly STEAM topics to young readers!

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​Fort Builders, Inc. (Book 1): The Birthday Castle (May 2020, Aladdin/Simon & Schuster)
Written by Dee Romito

Two best friends, determined to earn some spending money, start a fort building company and end up with a crew of talented kids who help them navigate the challenges of being pint-size business owners. THE BIRTHDAY CASTLE is the first book in the FORT BUILDERS, INC. series.
FALL 2020
Astrid & Apollo and the Starry Campout (August 2020, Capstone)
Written by V.T. Bidania

Astrid is afraid of the dark and doesn't want to go on her family camping trip. But her twin brother, Apollo, is excited. When they encounter scary things such as crawly bugs and the creepy dark, Apollo helps his twin through them. And when they encounter the scariest thing of all, Astrid might just be the one to save the starry campout. ​

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Astrid & Apollo and the Fishing Flop (August 2020, Capstone)
Written by V.T. Bidania

It's the twins' first time fishing. Astrid and Apollo can't wait to ride on their Uncle Lue's fast boat and get goofy pictures with all the fish they catch. But Apollo keeps catching things that are not fish! When a storm brings them to shore, Apollo starts to feel like he's a fishing failure. Can the twins turn the day around and help Apollo find the fun in fishing?  ​
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Astrid & Apollo and the Soccer Celebration (August 2020, Capstone)
Written by V.T. Bidania

At the Hmong July Fourth Soccer Festival, Astrid and Apollo are excited to join their dad as he watches his favorite soccer team compete. But when they have to babysit their little sister, Eliana, too, they don't know what snack she keeps asking for. To keep her from crying, they buy almost everything they see at the festival. Will they end up with a whole stroller full of yummy food? ​

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Astrid & Apollo and the Happy New Year (August 2020, Capstone)
Written by V.T. Bidania

Dressed in their traditional New Year clothes, Astrid and Apollo attend the Hmong New Year Festival. While at the noisy and jam-packed celebration, they accidentally become separated from their family and end up lost in the crowds. Follow along on their adventure as they try to find their way back to their mom, dad, and little sister, Eliana.  ​
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The Dramatic Life of Azaleah Lane (Aug 1, 2020, Capstone/Picture Window Books)
Written by Nikki Shannon Smith, Illustrated by Mari Lobo

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A Star Like Jesse Owens (Aug 1, 2020, Capstone Press)
Written by Nikki Shannon Smith, Illustrated by Lisa Manuzak Wiley
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Tara and the Towering Wave: An Indian Ocean Tsunami Survival Story (August 1, 2020, Capstone)
Written by Cristina Oxtra, Illustrated by Francesco Ficorilli

When her mother announces a holiday vacation to Thailand, Tara isn't thrilled. She'd rather stay home with her friends, but Mom is determined they use the girls' trip to explore their Thai heritage. Tara is reluctant to travel so far from home, especially to a country she doesn't feel connected to. But then disaster strikes. The day after Christmas, a massive tsunami sweeps through Phuket, Thailand. Tara's resort vacation suddenly becomes a fight to survive and find her mother in the wreckage. This historical fiction includes additional background information on the tsunami and discussion questions. 

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Layla & The Bots (Book 2): Built for Speed (August 4, 2020, Scholastic Branches)
Written by Vicky Fang, Illustrated by Christine Nishiyama
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​Blossom Valley is hosting a go-kart race! The go-karts are provided for all the kids in town. Layla and the Bots can't wait for race day! But one racer, Tina, needs their help. She needs a new cart that uses hand-controls and other cool features. Layla and the Bots know just what to do... they will build her a brand-new cart that's even faster than her wheelchair! But will Tina's go-kart have enough speed to win the race? With full-color artwork on every page and speech bubbles throughout, this early chapter book series brings kid-friendly STEAM topics to young readers!

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Red Riding Hood (September 1, 2020, Capstone)
Written by Cristina Oxtra, Illustrated by Miguel Diaz Rivas

Revisit the tale of Red Riding Hood in this Manga-inspired graphic novel. A girl's visit to her grandmother turns dangerous when she encounters a wolf. Will she make it to her gradnmother's safely, or fall victim to the wolf's devious plan? The book includes discussion questions and a fun activity.

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​​Geeger the Robot: Goes to School (Aladdin/Simon & Schuster, September 2020)
Written by Jarrett Lerner, Illustrated by Serge Seidlitz

​Geeger the Robot is going to school. But not robot school…a school with kids, the human kind! Geeger isn’t used to human ways, and his zany misunderstandings and overly literal responses to instructions lead to quite a few mishaps. He’s starting to wonder if he can even make it until snack time! Will a bot made of wires, nuts, and bolts fit in with a classroom of kids?

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Hog on a Log (October 2020, Scholastic Acorn)
Written and illustrated by Janee Trasler
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HOG ON A LOG is the third book in the FROG AND DOG series of books from Scholastic's new Acorn imprint of early chapter books for the youngest readers. This collection features easy-to-read text, a short-story format, plenty of humor, and full-color artwork on every page, these books will boost reading confidence and fluency.

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Moto Maki's Ghostly Mysteries: The Haunted Thing (Fall 2020, Magic Wagon ABDO)
Written by Anita Yasuda, Illustrated by Francesca Ficorilli
Moto Maki's Ghostly Mysteries: The Cursed Cat (Dec 15, 2020, Magic Wagon ABDO)
Written by Anita Yasuda, Illustrated by Francesca Ficorilli
Moto Maki's Ghostly Mysteries: The Tiger Eye (Dec 15, 2020, Magic Wagon ABDO)
Written by Anita Yasuda, Illustrated by Francesca Ficorilli
Moto Maki's Ghostly Mysteries: The Bad Dreams (Dec 15, 2020, Magic Wagon ABDO)
Written by Anita Yasuda, Illustrated by Francesca Ficorilli
Hunger Heroes (Aladdin/Simon & Schuster)
Written and illustrated by Jarrett Lerner
WINTER 2021
​​Geeger the Robot: Lost & Found (Aladdin/Simon & Schuster, January 2021)
Written by Jarrett Lerner, Illustrated by Serge Seidlitz

Geeger the Robot gets along great with the class pet, Fudge the Hamster—they both spend a lot of their time eating and share a love for mushy bananas. But when Fudge goes missing, some of the kids in Ms. Bork’s class think Geeger might be to blame! Could Geeger have eaten Fudge?! He certainly wouldn’t have done so on purpose. But Geeger has been known to eat things by accident before. With the help of his best friend Tillie, Geeger puts his strengths to use to find Fudge and clear his name!

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Keep Dancing (January 1, 2021, Capstone)
Written by Cristina Oxtra, Illustrated by Seb Burnett

Lito is afraid to perform the tinikling, a Filipino folk dance, at his school's spring festival. He fears the other boys will make fun of him. Will he find the courage to be true to himself and show everyone his dancing skills? This chapter book includes instructions on how to play a fun Filipino game.