LIBRARY HIGHLIGHTS 24-25
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Theme: Dinosaurs
Everything Awesome About Dinosaurs by Mike Lowery
Discover a wealth of weird, wacky, and wild facts about dinosaurs, told in Mike Lowery's signature comic style with bright and energetic artwork, fresh framing devices, and hilarious jokes. Great for Middle School students.
Rory the Tea-Rex by Clare Helen Welsh
All of the animals judge Rory the Tea-Rex before they get to know her. When they make a mistake, they must fix it. Children will enjoy reading this engaging text with a lesson to learn. Recommended for Elementary students.
Small and Tall Dinosaurs by Emily Kington
Meet fascinating dinosaurs sure to be favorites, from the show-stopping Spinosaurus―the largest walking predator from the dinosaur era―all the way to the weird-looking Stegosaurus. Readers will discover what makes each one special, where and when they lived, who they feared, and who they preyed upon. Great for Middle School students.
The Dinosaur Expert by Margaret McNamara
Join Mr. Tiffin's class as they learn about dinosaurs big and small, feathered and scaly, winged and ocean-dwelling. And root for Kimmy, the dinosaur expert… who might just learn something about herself. Great for Elementary students. Great for Elementary students.
Dinosaurs and other Prehistoric Life written by Anusuya Chinsamy
This collection of amazing dinosaurs, plants, and other prehistoric life will wow children and many adults, too. Showcasing more than 90 remarkable fossils, such as a fearsome Tyrannosaurus skull, delicate fern leaf, and perfectly preserved woolly mammoth, everyone will find something to be captivated by. Recommended for High School students.
The First Dinosaur by Ian Lendler
Dinosaurs existed. That’s a fact we accept today. But not so long ago, the concept that these giant creatures could have roamed Earth millions of years before humans was unfathomable. People thought what we know as dinosaur bones were the bones of giant humans. Of large elephants. Of angels, even. Great for High School students.
Dinosaurs Are Not Extinct by Drew Sheneman
The latest research shows that the dinosaurs didn’t all go extinct. They’re still around us now. In fact, you’ve probably seen dinosaurs at the park, eaten dinosaurs for dinner, and maybe even cleaned dinosaur poop off your family’s car. Great for Elementary students.
Lost Time by Tas Mukanik
Twelve-year-old Evie gets trapped 65 million years in the past and must learn to survive with only her wits, and the pterosaur she befriends. Recommended for Middle School students.
Chick-o-Saurus Rex by Daniel Jennewein
Little Chick just wants to belong, but the bullies of the barnyard—Little Donkey, Little Pig, and Little Sheep—won’t let him play in their tree house because he is a chicken, and chickens are not strong and brave. Little Chick sees their point: What have chickens done besides invent the chicken dance and cross the road? But when his father shows Little Chick the family photo album, he learns something HUGE: He is related to the Tyrannosaurus rex! Great for Elementary students.
Theme: Remy Lai – ISY Online Author Visit
Read at Your Own Risk by Remy Lai
Hannah and her friends were just having a bit of fun when they decided to play a game to communicate with spirits of the dead. Little did they know something would answer their call and crawl its way into the pages of Hannah’s journal. Recommended for High School students.
Pawcasso by Remy Lai
Every Saturday, Pawcasso trots into town with a basket, a shopping list, and cash in paw to buy groceries for his family. One day, he passes eleven-year-old Jo, peering out the window of her house, bored and lonely. Astonished by the sight of an adorable basket-toting dog on his own, Jo follows Pawcasso, and when she’s seen alongside him by a group of kids from her school, they mistake her for Pawcasso’s owner. Recommended for Middle School students.
Sunny the Shark by Remy Lai
Sunny the Shark is a fearsome predator. As the oceanic whitetip shark searches for her next meal, a chatty school of pilot fish trails behind, cleaning her in exchange for food crumbs. But when Sunny mistakes a plastic ring for prey and it gets caught around her fin, she soon struggles to hunt. Will she be able to break free and find food before winter sets in? Recommended for Elementary students.
Rainbow the Koala by Remy Lai
Rainbow the Koala is ready to go off and live on his own―or so his mom says. But Rainbow is scared! The kookaburra bird cackles at him and he struggles to find a tree to call his home. As scorching heat takes hold and Rainbow runs out of water, he'll soon face his most dangerous test: surviving a bush fire. Recommended for Elementary students.
Pie in the Sky by Remy Lai
When Jingwen moves to a new country, he feels like he's landed on Mars. School is torture, making friends is impossible since he doesn't speak English, and he's often stuck looking after his (extremely irritating) little brother. To distract himself from the loneliness, Jingwen daydreams about making all the cakes on the menu of Pie in the Sky, the bakery his father had planned to open before he passed away. The only problem is his mother has laid down a rule: they are not to use the oven while she's at work. Recommended for Middle School students.
Fly on the Wall by Remy Lai
Twelve-year-old Henry Khoo embarks on a forbidden journey from Australia to Singapore to prove his independence to his overprotective family, while working out some problems with friends. Recommended for Middle School students.
Ghost Book by Remy Lai
July Chen sees ghosts. But her dad insists ghosts aren’t real. So she pretends they don’t exist. Which is incredibly difficult now as it's Hungry Ghost month, when the Gates of the Underworld open and dangerous ghosts run amok in the living world. Recommended for Elementary students.
Star the Elephant by Remy Lai
Star the Elephant and his herd are searching for a new home. But when Star is separated from his family, he must journey alone into the great unknown. He'll come face to face with giant spiders, the vast ocean beyond his island, and strange humans. Can Star find his way back to his family? Recommended for Elementary students.
Theme: Mysteries
The House of Madame M by Clotilde Perrin
Are you lost? Come in! You’re in luck―there’s no one here just now. Shhh... Be as quiet as you can, and very, very careful!
In The House of Madame M, we explore a strange house: hallway, living room, kitchen, bathroom and bedroom. Each room is full of surprises to make even the bravest child shiver. Are we in the house of an ogre? A witch? Something else altogether?Great for Elementary students.
Beneath the Bed by Max Brallier
What is hiding under the bed? What is scratching at the window? Find out in this scary stories collection. These five spine-chilling stories will have beginning readers everywhere begging to stay up late to read (with the light on!). With authentically scary, easy-to-read text and creepy, full-color artwork throughout, this book is perfect for young children who crave lite scares. Great for Elementary students.
Mary Anne's Bad Luck Mystery by Ann Martin
Mary Anne should never have thrown away the chain letter she got in the mail. Unlucky things have been happening to the Baby-sitters Club ever since. Then a spooky note demands the Baby-sitters meet at a graveyard. Recommended for Middle School students.
Gustavo the Shy Ghost by Flavia Drago
Gustavo is good at doing all sorts of ghostly things: walking through walls, making objects fly, and glowing in the dark. And he loves almost nothing more than playing beautiful music on his violin. But Gustavo is shy, and some things are harder for him to do, like getting in a line to buy eye scream or making friends with other monsters. Whenever he tries getting close to them, he realizes they just can’t see him. Now that the Day of the Dead is approaching, what can he do to make them notice him and to share with them something he loves? Great for Elementary students.
The Good, The Bad, and The Spooky by Jory John
Bad Seed’s favorite holiday of the year is here! But what’s a seed to do when he can’t find a show-stopping costume for the big night? Postpone trick-or-treating for everyone, of course! Recommended for Elementary students.
Ghost by Illustratus
Featuring the only true ghost stories in existence (as the book itself will tell you), readers discover 13 eerie encounters that are perfect for sharing—if they dare. With tales about a finger against the inside of a mirror, a wooded area where the trees look back, and a basement door blocked by a brick wall so thick it stifles the screams from below, this book is sure to haunt anyone who can't resist a spooky story. Great for High School students.
Scary Stories for Young Foxes by Christian McKay
When Mia and Uly are separated from their litters, they discover a dangerous world full of monsters. In order to find a den to call home, they must venture through field and forest, facing unspeakable things that dwell in the darkness: a zombie who hungers for their flesh, a witch who tries to steal their skins, a ghost who hunts them through the snow… and other things too scary to mention. Great for Middle School students.
A Super Scary Narwhalloween by Ben Clanton
Narwhal is excited about the upcoming holiday, but Jelly is scared. When a sea monster kidnaps Narwhal, Jelly must overcome his fear and team up with friends to rescue him. It's a spooky and fun adventure! Recommended for Elementary students.
Yorick and Bones by Jeremy Tankard
Yorick is a skeleton who was just dug up after a few hundred years of sleep. He speaks like it too. “Forsooth, my joy, I barely can contain!” Bones is the hungry dog who did the digging. Though he cannot speak, he can chomp. What will become of these two unlikely companions? Will Yorick ever find the friend he seeks? Will Bones ever find a tasty treat that does not talk back? The course of true friendship never did run smooth. Great for Middle School students.
Theme: Culture of India
The Lion Queen by Rina Singh
Never look a lion in the eyes, a mother tells her fearless girl. After a field trip to the Gir Forest, the girl learns all about the rare Asiatic lions of India, and from that day on, she dreams of taking care of them when she grows up. But not everyone thinks a girl has a right to such a dream, and so she stifles what she wishes for most, a roar growing inside her. That is, until the day she comes face-to-face with a lion. Recommended for Elementary students.
It's a tree by Susan Batori
It is a tree. It is a wall. It is a snake. It is a fan. A zebra, a giraffe, a turtle, and other animals play a party game. In this tale of Indian origin, blindfolded, they guess what's in the room by feeling alone. Could it be a wall? A rope? A fan? No. It's an elephant! This very easy-to-read story, based upon the ancient Indian parable about the blind men and the elephant, teaches point-of-view, and reinforces the simple vocabulary with bright illustrations of the different objects the animals guess. Perfect for new readers to practice on their own! Great for Elementary students.
Out of the way! By Uma Krishnaswamy
A young boy spots a baby tree growing in the middle of a dusty path in his village. He carefully places rocks around it as the local mango seller rushes past shouting, “Out of the way! Out of the way!” As the tree grows bigger, people and animals traverse the path until it becomes a lane, flowing like a river around the tree — getting out of its way. Over time, the lane becomes a road, and a young man crossing the road with his children remembers the baby tree from long ago. By the time he is an old man, the tree has become a giant. The city traffic continues to rattle past, noisier and busier than ever, but sometimes the great tree works its magic, and people just stop, and listen. Great for Elementary students.
Binny's Diwali by Thrity Umrigar
Binny is excited to talk to her class about her favorite Indian holiday. But she struggles to find the words.Taking a deep breath, she tells her classmates about the fireworks that burst like stars in the night sky, leaving streaks of gold and red and green. She shares with them delicious treats. And she shows them clay lamps, called diyas, which look so pretty all the children ooh and aah. Great for Elementary students.
My Incredible India by Jasbinder Bilan
Tour the diverse regions of an incredible country in a vivid, joyful, and visually stunning introduction to the people, places, flora, and fauna of India. Recommended for Elementary students.
The Wheels on the Tuk Tuk by Kabir Seghal
This book brings a twist to the beloved nursery rhyme, The Wheels on the Bus, by bringing you aboard a busy three-wheeled taxi in India! Anything can happen as the tuk-tuk rolls through town—from an elephant encounter to a tasty treat to a grand fireworks display. And in the midst of all the action, one thing’s for sure: passengers young and old love every minute of their exciting ride as the wheels of the tuk-tuk go round and round! Great for Elementary students.
The Covenant of Water by Abraham Verghese
Spanning the years 1900 to 1977, is set in Kerala, on South India's Malabar Coast, and follows three generations of a family that suffers a peculiar affliction: in every generation, at least one person dies by drowning-and in Kerala, water is everywhere. At the turn of the century, a girl from Kerala's long-existing Christian community, grieving the death of her father, is sent by boat to her wedding, where she will meet her forty-year-old husband for the first time. From this unforgettable new beginning, the young girl -and future matriarch, known as Big Ammachi- will witness unthinkable changes over the span of her extraordinary life. Recommended for High School students.
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Mangoes, Mischief, and Tales of Friendship by Chitra Soundar
Being a wise and just ruler is no easy task. That’s what Prince Veera discovers when he and his best friend, Suku, are given the opportunity to preside over the court of his father, King Bheema. Some of the subjects’ complaints are easily addressed, but others are much more challenging. How should they handle the case of the greedy merchant who wishes to charge people for enjoying the smells of his sweets? And can they prove that an innocent man cannot possibly spread bad luck? Are the two clever boys up to the challenge? Great for Middle School students.
Theme: Sora & PressReader
The Very Impatient Caterpillar by Ross Burach
This humorous children's book follows the journey of a very impatient caterpillar. As it eagerly anticipates its transformation, the story imparts important life lessons about patience, growth, and embracing change in a lighthearted and entertaining way.
National Geographic Traveller
Available on PressReader.
Dune, the Graphic Novel by Brian Herbert
Available on Sora. A stunning blend of adventure and mysticism, environmentalism, and politics, Dune is a powerful, fantastical tale that takes an unprecedented look into our universe, and is transformed by the graphic novel format. Recommended for High School students.
National Geographic Traveller Food
Available on PressReader.
Sora App
There are multiple ways to access your Sora account, which can be downloaded for free on any device. You can find the icon through the Google waffle apps that are connected to your ISY email page. Instructions will then ask you to search for a school, type "yangon" and click on our organization. After that you will login with your ISY email address and password. Parents who wish to use Sora will need to contact library@isyedu.org to have a special account created. Happy reading!
Popular Mechanics
Available on PressReader.
All About Space
Available on PressReader.
Sunny the Shark by Remy Lai
Available on Sora. Hi! I'm Sunny and I'm a shark. I love cruising the ocean with my pilot fish friends, looking for food. But sometimes things in the water are not what they seem ... Now a plastic ring is wrapped around my fin and it's tricky to hunt. Can I break free before winter sets in? Recommended for Elementary students.
Thirst by Varsha Bajaj
Available on Sora. Minni lives in the poorest part of Mumbai, where access to water is limited to a few hours a day and the communal taps have long lines. Lately, though, even that access is threatened by severe water shortages and thieves who are stealing this precious commodity--an act that Minni accidentally witnesses one night. Meanwhile, in the high-rise building where she just started to work, she discovers that water streams out of every faucet and there's even a rooftop swimming pool. What Minni also discovers there is one of the water mafia bosses. Now she must decide whether to expose him and risk her job and maybe her life.
Theme: ISY Strategic Themes: Sustainability
Plastic By Susan Frenkel
Plastic built the modern world. Where would we be without bike helmets, baggies, toothbrushes, and pacemakers? But a century into our love affair with plastic, we’re starting to realize it’s not such a healthy relationship. Plastics draw on dwindling fossil fuels, leach harmful chemicals, litter landscapes, and destroy marine life. As journalist Susan Freinkel points out in this engaging and eye-opening book, we’re nearing a crisis point. We’ve produced as much plastic in the past decade as we did in the entire twentieth century. We’re drowning in the stuff, and we need to start making some hard choices. Great for High School students.
City of Neighbors by Andrea Curtis
Neighborhoods where people look out for each other, eat together, make art and build community are healthier, happier, greener and cleaners. This book explores how people are working together to make their neighborhoods great. Journey around the world to discover how people have been dreaming up new ways to ensure their cities and neighborhoods are creative, inclusive and environmentally sustainable. Recommended for Middle School students.
Follow Your Stuff By Kevin Sylvester
Our cellphones, our clothes, our food: All are everyday things we consider essential, but we seldom think of what and who is involved in making them and getting them into our hands. Using familiar examples, easy-to-follow charts and graphs, and a big helping of humor, the authors introduce young readers to concepts such as relative value and fair wages and how to think critically about our purchasing decisions. Great for Middle School students.
Most of the Better Natural Things By Dave Eggers
A tiger carries a dining room chair on her back. But why? Where is she going? With just one word per page, in lush, color-rich landscapes, we learn about the features that make up our world: an archipelago, a dune, an isthmus, a lagoon. Across them all, the tiger roams. An enigmatic investigation of our world's most beautiful places from bestselling author Dave Eggers, beautifully illustrated by debut artist Angel Chang. Great for Elementary students.
Team Trash by Kate Wheeler
After a mechanical mishap, studious environmentalist Charlie and artistic Oliver travel back through time and must gather information on recycling throughout the ages to return to the present day. Recommended for Middle School students.
The Energy We Use By Georgia Amson
Introduce young readers to the ways we get energy from the environment, from oil and coal to hydropower and solar farming. Readers will learn that not all energy sources are created equal. Through full-color photographs, dynamic spotlight facts, and "Solve It!" activities, students will learn about the problems with each type of energy production, then think critically about potential eco-friendly solutions for the future. This volume informs readers and engages their problem-solving skills and creativity. Great for High School students.
Biodiversity By Laura Perdew
This book introduces middle schoolers to the evolution of life on Earth, beginning with the first single-celled organisms that emerged 3.8 billion years ago to the complex, multi-celled organisms that exist today and make up the tree of life. Biodiversity is found everywhere on the planet—on land, in the water, and even in extreme environments such as ice and volcanoes. Biodiversity can also be discovered by looking through a microscope at tiny worlds of organisms that can’t be seen with the human eye. There are whole microbiomes beneath our feet, in puddles, and even in our belly buttons! Great for Middle School students.
Biodiversity Eco Facts By Izzi Howell
The huge variety of plants and animals that live on Earth is called biodiversity. As ecosystems are destroyed by climate change and human activity, plants and animals are becoming endangered and even extinct. Find out how the loss of biodiversity affects food chains and natural habitats, why it is important to humans, and how its loss threatens the health of all living things on the planet" Great for High School students.
How is a Building like a Termite Mound? by Walt Brody
Animals build unique and beautiful homes. So do humans. But sometimes human-made buildings harm the environment. Learn how architects use biomimicry to design eco-friendly buildings. Recommended for Middle School students.
Theme: Compassion
Knowing and Doing What's Right by Pamela Espeland
A friendly guidebook that explores moral values. Through real-life scenarios and thought-provoking exercises, the book encourages young readers to think and develop their own sense of right and wrong. Recommended for Middle School students.
Sanctuary: A Home for Rescued Farm Animals by Julia Denos
This book lovingly illustrates a thoughtful, poetic text about protecting farm animals instead of exploiting them. Accessible to the youngest readers, this picture book gently celebrates compassion for all creatures. Recommended for Elementary students.
My Heart is a Compass by Deborah Marcero
This book for debuting readers tells us the story of a girl who embarks on an imaginative journey to find her true North. Creativity, self-love, and care will lead her way. Recommended for Elementary students.
Can I Keep It? by Lisa Jobe
Through colorful illustrations and simple language, the book teaches children about the importance of respecting wild animals and their natural habitats. It encourages kids to appreciate nature, develop empathy and compassion for all living beings, and protect animals in the wild. The central message of the book is that while it's okay to love animals, it's important to let them live freely and protect their homes. Recommended for Elementary students.
Letters to Live by Lisa Frenkel
Appreciate art, become brave, and choose compassion. Pairing big ideas like generosity, respect, and joy with the letters of the alphabet, Letters to Live By is a beautiful picture book that encourages children to make the most of each day and leave their mark on the world. Recommended for Elementary students.
The Cat Man of Aleppo by Irene Latham
The story of Mohammad Alaa Aljaleel, who stayed in war-torn Aleppo to care for abandoned cats. Through beautiful illustrations and language, the book shows how Mohammad's love for animals brought hope and joy to a community affected by war. Recommended for Elementary students.
All the Dear Little Animals by Ulf Nilsson
These three friends start a business burying dead animals. The book uses playful illustrations and gentle humor to explore themes of friendship, empathy, and the balance between life and death. Its central message is that we can find comfort and meaning in the connections we make with others, even in the face of loss and sadness. Recommended for Elementary students.
The Boy at the Back of the Class by Onjali Rauf
This accessible story about the refugee crisis highlights the community-changing potential of standing as an ally and reminds readers that everyone deserves a place to call home. Recommended for Middle School students.
Unselfie by Michele Borba
This bestseller is a parenting book that emphasizes the importance of empathy in children's development and offers practical advice for cultivating empathy in kids from the earliest stages of life. Recommended for adults and parents.
Theme: Graphic Novels for All
The Scarlet Shedder by Dav Pilkey
After an encounter with a skunk, Dog Man, now scarlet red after being dunked in tomato juice, is exiled but must find a way to save those who shunned him when an all-new, never-before-seen villain unleashes an army of A.I. robots. Recommended for Elementary students.
Lilla the Accidental Witch by Eleanor Crewes
The story follows Lilla, a young girl who discovers by accident that she has magical abilities. As she navigates her newfound powers, the book explores themes of friendship, self-acceptance, and embracing one's unique qualities. Recommended for Middle School students.
Alterations by Ray Xu
In this graphic novel, cartoonist and animator Ray Xu tells an autobiographical tale, with gorgeous, painterly coloring and expressive, manga-like cartooning that captures the poignancy and humor of being a 10-year-old entering middle school. Recommended for Middle School students.
Into the Heartlands by Roseanne Brown
Told within the Black Panther universe, the story centers on a young girl's quest to save her family from a mysterious curse that threatens their land. Filled with elements of magic and folklore, the book explores themes of family, courage, and self-discovery in a richly imagined world. Recommended for Middle School students.
Batcat by Meggie Ramm
Batcat loves being all alone up in their tree house, they pass the time playing video games and watching TV. But when Batcat suddenly finds themself haunted by an annoying, ice cream-stealing ghost, they visit the local Island Witch for a spell to remove their ghastly guest permanently! Recommended for Elementary students.
Too Pig To Fail by Rob Harrell
Hamlet, a clever and business-savvy pig, embarks on a comical quest to save his family's struggling farm from financial ruin. The book blends witty humor with themes of determination, friendship, and the importance of family bonds. Recommended for Middle School students.
Invisible by Christina Diaz
And they’re stuck together when they’re forced to complete their school’s community service hours. Although they’re sure they have nothing in common with one another, some people see them as all the same... just five Spanish-speaking kids. Recommended for Middle School students.
The Flamingo by Guojing
The story follows the heartwarming journey of a young girl who befriends a lost flamingo. Through breathtaking illustrations, the book conveys the magic of their bond, emphasizing themes of friendship, kindness, and the beauty of the natural world. Recommended for Middle School students.
Making Comics by Lynda Barry
This book instructional book looks into into the art of creating comics and graphic novels. Have fun while learning the basics of comic creation, from storytelling and character development to the creative process itself, making it a valuable resource for aspiring comic creators and amateurs. Recommended for High School students.
Theme: Moon Festival
Mooncakes by Wendy Xu
Nova Huang knows more about magic than most people. She works at her grandmothers’ bookshop, where she helps loan out spell books and investigate any supernatural occurrences in their New England town. One fateful night, she follows reports of a white wolf into the woods, and she comes across the unexpected: her childhood crush, Tam Lang, battling a horse demon in the woods. As a werewolf, Tam has been wandering from place to place for years. Pursued by dark forces eager to claim the magic of wolves and out of options, Tam turns to Nova for help. Their latent feelings are rekindled against the backdrop of witchcraft, untested magic, occult rituals, and family ties both new and old in this enchanting tale of self-discovery. Great for Middle School students.
The Surprising Power of a Good Dumpling by Wai Chim
Anna Chiu has her hands pretty full looking after her brother and sister and helping out at her dad's restaurant, all while her mum stays in bed. Dad's new delivery boy, Rory, is a welcome distraction and even though she knows that things aren't right at home, she's starting to feel like she could just be a normal teen. But when Mum finally gets out of bed, things go from bad to worse. And as Mum's condition worsens, Anna and her family question everything. Great for High School students.
Feather by Cao Wenxuan
This book tells the story of a feather who is swept away on a journey of discovery and belonging. Encountering a variety of birds, from a kingfisher to a magpie, Feather is hopeful of meeting the bird she belongs to. Again and again, she is dismissed or ignored. Only when she sees that there is also beauty in being close to the earth does fate offer a reunion. Great for Elementary students.
Invitation to a Banquet by Fuchsia Dunlop
Chinese was the earliest truly global cuisine. When the first Chinese laborers began to settle abroad, restaurants appeared in their wake. Yet Chinese has the curious distinction of being both one of the world's best-loved culinary traditions and one of the least understood. For more than a century, the overwhelming dominance of a simplified form of Cantonese cooking ensured that few foreigners experienced anything of its richness and sophistication, but today that is beginning to change. Recommended for High School students and Adults.
My Day with Gong Gong by Sennah Yee
May isn't having fun on her trip through Chinatown with her grandfather. Gong Gong doesn't speak much English, and May can't understand Chinese. She's hungry, and bored with Gong Gong's errands. Plus, it seems like Gong Gong's friends are making fun of her! But just when May can’t take any more, Gong Gong surprises her with a gift that reveals he’s been paying more attention than she thought. This charming book shows how shared moments of patience and care—and a dumpling or two—can help a child and grandparent bridge the generational and cultural gaps between them. Great for Elementary students.
The Great Race by Christopher Coor
This fun and colorful book relates how the Jade Emperor chose twelve animals to represent the years in his calendar. Recommended for Elementary students.
The Ancient Chinese by Sarah Eason
From getting buried alive with the emperor through breaking bones while building the Great Wall of China, daily life in ancient China was pretty deadly! Dig up the past and find out just how shocking it was in this journey through ancient China's history". Recommended for Middle School students.
Have you Eaten Yet? by Cheuk Kwan
An intrepid travelogue of grand vistas, adventure and serendipity, Have You Eaten Yet? charts a living atlas of the global Chinese migration, revealing the synergies of politics, culture and family. Recommended for High School students and Adults.
A Big Moon Cake for Little Star by Grace Lynn
This lively Chinese-American family prepares with excitement the celebration of the Mid-Autumn Moon Festival. Each member of the family lends a hand as they prepare a moonlit picnic with mooncakes, pomelos, cups of tea, and colorful lanterns. And everyone sends thanks and a secret wish up to the moon. Great for Elementary students.
Theme: Mindfulness
I Am a Peaceful Goldfish by Shoshana Chaim
When we are overcome with emotions, our breath—and a bit of imagination—can bring us back to a peaceful place. In I Am a Peaceful Goldfish, two children learn how to settle their difficult feelings with imaginative breathing techniques, pretending they are elephants, flowers, and even dragons. Recommended for Elementary students.
Too Many Bubbles: a Story About Mindfulness by Christine Peck
Through vibrant illustrations and light interactivity, Too Many Bubbles encourages kids to take a mindful deep breath when they have too many thoughts overshadowing their day. It can help with anxiety relief for kids and is a great choice for social emotional learning. Recommended for Elementary students.
Sometimes All I Need Is Me by Juliana Perdomo
This approachable book is profound exploration of self-discovery, underscoring the significance of self-reliance as the protagonist navigates the complexities of life, offering readers insights into personal growth. Recommended for Elementary students.
Attention, Hijacked by Erica Marcus
This non-fiction book delves into the pervasive impact of contemporary distractions as smart phones, streaming, and Artificial Intelligence on our ability to concentrate. The book provides a thoughtful examination of how individuals can reclaim their attention in a world inundated with digital stimuli, offering strategies for fostering focus. Recommended for High School students.
Stickler Loves the World By Lane Smith
Stickler Loves the World encourages awareness and mindfulness with a joyous and lighthearted touch. The award-winning illustrator of bestsellers including Penguin Problems and Giraffe Problems brings imagination and humor to a story that features a delightful and original character. Recommended for Elementary students.
Teacher, Take Care by Jennifer Lawson
Teaching can be a highly satisfying profession, but it can also be overwhelming. Stress management. Self-care. Mental well-being. Mindfulness. These words have become all too familiar, but what do they actually mean for you? And how can they help without adding to your to-do list? Recommended for Adults.
Heads Up by Melanie Siebert
This nonfiction book for teen readers is a guide to understanding mental health and coping with mental illness, trauma and recovery. It features real-life stories of resilient teens and highlights innovative approaches to mental-health challenges. Recommended for High School students.
I Am Stuck By Julia Mills
Turtle is flipped over on his shell and can't get un-stuck. Duck suggests wiggling his feet, Kangaroo wants him to wag his tail, and Armadillo says rolling into a ball always does the trick. But Turtle is still stuck. Is there anyone who can help? Recommended for Elementary students.
Alphabreaths : The ABCs of Mindful Breathing by Christopher Willard
In Alphabreaths, children will learn their ABCs and the basics of mindfulness through playful breathing exercises. Recommended for Elementary students.
Theme: ISY Strategic Themes – Belonging
A Place to Belong by Cynthia Kadohata
A Japanese-American family, reeling from their ill treatment in the Japanese imprisonment camps, gives up their American citizenship to move back to Hiroshima, unaware of the devastation wreaked by the atomic bomb in this piercing and all too relevant look at the aftermath of World War II. Recommended for High School students.
The Girl Who Speaks Bear by Sophie Anderson
Thia is a children's novel that tells the story of a girl named Yanka who sets out on a journey to discover her true identity, with the help of a magical talking bear. Recommended for Middle School students.
Am I Even a Bee by Felicity Muth
Am I Even a Bee? is the story of Osmia, a solitary bee, decidedly green and unquestionably un-fuzzy. Osmia has always believed she is a bee, (her mom told her so), but recent run-ins with people, and even other insects, leave her wondering, “Am I even a bee?!”. Recommended for Elementary students.
Home Is Not a Country by Safia Elhillo
Nima doesn't feel understood. By her mother, who grew up faraway in a different land. By her suburban town, which makes her feel too much like an outsider to fit in and not enough like an outsider to feel like that she belongs somewhere else. At least she has her childhood friend Haitham, with whom she can let her guard down and be herself. Until she doesn't.Recommended for High School students.
Mina Belongs Here by Sandra Niebuhr
Mina is worried about starting a new kindergarten in her new country. The classroom is full of laughter, friendly faces and fun things to do, but the only word Mina can understand is her name. As she listens to stories and songs, chatter and instructions, Mina's understanding steadily grows. Recommended for Elementary students.
The Night Walk by Marie Dorleans
Mama opened the bedroom door. 'Wake up, you two,' she whispered. Excited, the sleepy family step outside into a beautiful summer night. The world is quiet and shadowy, filled with fresh smells and amazing sights. Is this what they miss when they're asleep? Together, they walk out of their sleeping village. What will they find in the dark landscape? Recommended for Elementary students.
The Midnight Children by Dan Gemeinhart
When lonely Ravani Foster discovers his new friend Virginia and her six mysterious runaway companions are in danger, he must fight to keep them safe, or lose the only person who has ever understood him and made him feel like he belonged. Recommended for Middle School students.
I Can Be All Three by Salima Alikhan
On Multicultural Day at school, a young girl cannot decide whether to showcase her father's Indian heritage, her mother's German heritage, or her American identity, then realizes she can highlight all three. Recommended for Elementary students.
The Train Home by Dan-ah Kim
A young girl who wishes for a place to call her own, imagines a train that takes her through the city and beyond, and she explores different places until she discovers the place she truly belongs. Recommended for Elementary students.
Theme: Back to School
On the First Day of First Grade by Tish Rabe
From choosing books to read to building things with clay to performing in a play, there are many exciting firsts to look forward to. Saying good-bye to mom and dad can be hard, but when the school bus pulls up, it’s time for some first-grade fun! Great for Elementary students.
All Are Welcome: Welcome Back! by Alexandra Penfold
This book continues the celebration of diversity as students return to school after a break, emphasizing the joy of reuniting and the importance of inclusivity. Recommended for Elementary students.
The Crayons Go Back to School by Drew Daywalt
This fun story features The Crayons as they experience the excitement and anxieties of returning to school, focusing on self-expression and camaraderie. Recommended for Elementary students.
Ali the Great by Saadia Faruqi
Chronicles the adventures of Ali, a young boy who tackles various challenges with determination and creativity, emphasizing growth and the value of friendship. Recommended for Elementary students.
Gibberish by Young Vo
The book portrays a boy’s experience with a new, unfamiliar language and his journey to understanding and making friends as he adjusts to his new school. Recommended for Elementary students.
How to Get Your Octopus to School by Becky Scharnhorst
A humorous story about the challenges of getting an octopus ready for school, focusing on patience and creative problem-solving. Recommended for Elementary students.
All Are Welcome by Alexandra Penfold
This picture book celebrates diversity and inclusion as children from various backgrounds enjoy a day at school, highlighting that everyone is accepted and valued. Recommended for Elementary students.
Kid Confident Book 3 by Silvi Guerra
This book provides middle school students with strategies to manage stress, build resilience, and achieve success both academically and socially through interesting and colorful illustrations and instructions. Recommended for Middle School students.
The Little Bear by Nicola Killen
The night before her first day of school Ollie has a dream of a magical schoolhouse in the woods with her Little Bear friends. Recommended for Elementary students.
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Yangon, Myanmar
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