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Gifts for Ages 9-13

CHILDREN'S

OMNIBIRD

by Giselle Clarkson ; illustrated by Giselle Clarkson

A truly stellar work that will delight bird enthusiasts while converting the ambivalent into eager avian investigators. Full review >

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CHILDREN'S

LET'S GET TOGETHER

by Brandy Colbert

A compassionate, emotionally intelligent story about family and belonging that will resonate widely. Full review >

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CHILDREN'S

LETTERS TO MISTY

by Misty Copeland with Nikki Shannon Smith

Affirming life lessons to encourage athletes, creatives, and everyday dreamers. Full review >

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CHILDREN'S

DEAD ENDS!

by Lindsey Fitzharris & Adrian Teal ; illustrated by Adrian Teal

Macabre, madcap, and surprisingly wholesome in its positivity. Full review >

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CHILDREN'S

DRAGONBORN

by Struan Murray ; illustrated by Devin Elle Kurtz

Come for the dragons but stay for the suspenseful reveals and relatable characters. Full review >

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CHILDREN'S

YASMIN BANDARA LEVELS UP!

by Romesh Ranganathan & Susie Day ; illustrated by James Lancett

Online gaming, family expectations, friendship, and honesty, explored with balance, humor, and insight. Full review >

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CHILDREN'S

TROUBLING TONSILS!

by Aaron Reynolds ; illustrated by Peter Brown

Extraordinary introductory terror, beautiful to the eye and sure to delight younger horror enthusiasts. Full review >

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CHILDREN'S

LONE WOLF GOES TO THE LIBRARY

by Kiah Thomas ; illustrated by K-Fai Steele

Another can’t-miss outing with an irresistible, introverted antihero. Full review >

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CHILDREN'S

AN IMMENSE WORLD (YOUNG READERS EDITION)

by Ed Yong ; adapted by AnnMarie Anderson ; illustrated by Rebecca Mills

An insightful and informative look at the animal kingdom with high appeal for lovers of nature and science. Full review >

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