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From Ellen Oh, co-founder of We Need Diverse Books, comes a gripping story inspired by her mother’s real-life experiences during the Korean War. Junie Kim just wants to fit in, but when racist graffiti appears at her middle school, she must decide between staying silent or speaking out. Then Junie’s history teacher assigns a project and Junie decides to interview her grandparents, learning about their unbelievable experiences as kids during the Korean War. As racism becomes more pervasive at school, Junie taps into the strength of her ancestors and finds the courage to do what’s right.
Hey readers! I’m back with another week of new children’s books!
It Began With Lemonade by Gideon Sterer and Lian Cho
In this fun picture book, a young business owner looks for the perfect spot to set up their lemonade stand. But it looks like all the good spots have been taken, until the narrator takes an accidental tumble and the stand stops at a river, which brings with it a steady stream of aquatic customers.
We All Play by Julie Flett
This minimalist and rhythmic picture book is full of animals and creatures that play much like humans do. This also includes words from the Cree language and a translation guide for readers.
Strangeworlds Travel Agency by L.D Lapinski
In this delightful portal fantasy, Flick is inducted into the Strangeworlds Society, a group of people who use magical suitcases to travel to different worlds. Her new friend Jonathan is a member, and Flicka joins him in his search for his missing father.
No One Returns From the Enchanted Forest by Robin Robinson
In this graphic novel, goblin sisters embark on a journey to confront the Earth Queen and save their underground city. Worrisome Bix has always looked after her headstrong sister Pella, and when Pella ventures out into the Enchanted Forest, Bix has no choice but to face her fears and go after her.
Pawcasso by Remy Lai
This graphic novel follows a lonely Jo and her new friend, a dog named Pawcasso wowing their community as the shopping dog. Everyone assumes Jo is Pawcasso’s owner, and with Pawcasso’s fame bringing new friends for Jo, she doesn’t correct them. But as more time passes, Jo struggles with telling the truth or losing her new friends.
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Until next week! – Chelsea