Baby Loves Aerospace Engineering! 

By Ruth Spiro
Illustrated by Irene Chan 

Baby Loves Aerospace Engineering explores the basics of flight - from birds to planes to rockets - and ties it all to a baby’s world.

This sweet board book will fly of the shelves because:

• it encourages very young children to observe and explore their environment
• all text and illustrations have been reviewed for accuracy by a physicist
• it helps build a foundation for STEM learning in a fun, playful way

Publisher: Charlesbridge Publishing 
ISBN: 978-1-58089-541-5
Release date: October 4, 2016



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Baby Loves Quarks! 

By Ruth Spiro
Illustrated by Irene Chan

Baby Loves Quarks uses one of baby’s favorite toys as a metaphor for the basics of particle physics and chemistry - quarks, protons, neutrons, atoms and molecules.

This smart board book's popularity will go atomic if you tell readers that:

• it encourages very young children to observe and explore their environment
• all text and illustrations were reviewed for accuracy by a physicist
• it can help build a foundation for STEM learning in a fun, playful way

Publisher: Charlesbridge Publishing
ISBN: 978-1-58089-540-8
Release date: October 4, 2016



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Ada Twist, Scientist

By Andrea Beaty
Illustrated by David Roberts

A story about the power of curiosity in the hands of a child on a mission to use science to understand her world.

This book will get those brain gears cranking because it: 

• is about a classmate of Iggy Peck, Architect and NYT Bestseller, Rosie Revere, Engineer
• is a STEM/STEAM focused title
• has extensive activities on author pinterest page (@AndreaBeatyPint) and website (www.AndreaBeaty.com) 

Publisher: Abrams Books for Young Readers
ISBN: 978-1419721373
Release date - September 6, 2016

  

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Sleepy Solar System

By  Dr. John Hutton

Illustrated by Doug Cenko

Rhyming text and whimsical illustrations provide an enchanting read-aloud and a celebration of the wonders of outer space, including a planetary map and facts at the end.

This story will rocket off your shelves if you tell readers that:

• this sweet bedtime story helps young astronomers wind down for the night
• the rhyming text provides a framework for remembering fun out-of-this-world facts
• the solar system facts are age-appropriate without being simplistic

Publisher: Blue Manatee Press, Cincinnati, Ohio

ISBN: 978-1936669493

Release date: September 6, 2016



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A Case of Sense 

By Songju Ma Daemicke
Illustrated by Shennen Bersani

This book will inspire young readers too, because it:

• has an ingenious and logical look at the senses of smell and hearing
• is fun for kids to act out with many onomotopoeias
• contains an always relevant anti-bully message

Publisher: Arbordale Publishing
ISBN: 978-1-62855-8531
Release date: August 30, 2016



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Cat Knit

Author/Illustrator: Jacob Grant

Cat and Yarn are the best of friends, until the day Yarn is knitted into a sweater for Cat.
 

Your readers will love this story because:

• Cat learns that warming up to something new takes time
• this story knits a tale about friendship and the challenges of change
• it's by the author/illustrator of the much-loved Little Bird's Bad Word (Feiwel & Friends 2015), and Scaredy Kate (Barron's 2014)
 

Publisher: Feiwel and Friends at Macmillan

ISBN-13: 978-1250051509

Release Date: October 11, 2016



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The Kraken's Rules For Making Friends

Author/Illustrator: Brittany R. Jacobs

With a bad temper and a knack for destruction, the deep sea's biggest monster, the Kraken, sets off on an adventure to try to make a new chum. 

This delightfully illustrated picture book will reel in readers of all ages because of its:

• humorous twist on a relevant issue for children
• beautiful, full-color illustrations
• fantastic introduction to a variety of sea life

Publisher: Pow! Kids Press
ISBN: 9781576878149
Release Date: October 11, 2016



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The Toy and the Tide Pool

By Gillian King-Cargile
Illustrated by Kevin Krull

• this fun adventure story includes science facts and an interview with a marine biologist
• the science concepts in this book are aligned with Next Generation Science Standards for K-2 learners
• it offers free educator resources, games, and expert videos related to the book series on stemread.com

The Music in George's Head:
George Gershwin Creates Rhapsody in Blue 

By Suzanne Slade
Ilustrated by Stacy Innerst

The inspiring, true story of how George Gershwin combined various kinds of music from his childhood—classical, ragtime, blues, and jazz—along with New York's busy city sounds to create his masterpiece, Rhapsody in Blue. 

This book will hit the high notes with your readers, just as it did with reviewers:

• "Bravo!" - Kirkus, Starred Review  
• "Highly Recommended." - School Library Journal, Starred Review
• "Slade and Innerst work beautifully together to create a book that builds to a crescendo just as "Rhapsody" does." - Booklist, Starred Review

Publisher: Calkins Creek 
ISBN:  978-1629790992
Release date: September 13, 2016


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Maya Prays for Rain 

By Susan Tarcov
Illustrated by Ana Ochoa

Maya is afraid that the prayer for rain on the Jewish holiday of Shemini Atzeret will interfere with her neighbors’ fall activities.


Nothing can rain on your readers' parade when you tell them this book:

• is the only picture book about the fall holiday Shemini Atzeret
• is full of witty illustrations by Ana Ochoa
• has a salamander hidden on every page

Publisher: Kar-Ben
ISBN: 9781467789295
Release date: August 1, 2016 


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The Sun: Our Amazing Star

By Patricia Brennan Demuth

A science book for beginning readers about the awesome powers of our Sun. Illustrated with photographs. 

This book will really illuminate young readers' minds because:

• it brings a cosmic subject into simple language for beginning readers, while keeping the content fascinating
• it contains mind-blowing facts about the "extreme" nature of our sun
• it is a pilot book in a new nonfiction series from Grosset & Dunlap called Penguin Core Concepts

Ellie Ultra: An Extra-Ordinary Girl

By Gina Bellisario
Illustrated by Jessika von Innerebner

When superhero Ellie Ultra starts third grade at Winkopolis Elementary School, fitting in proves harder than fighting villains and saving the day.

This book will fly in and save the day for your early chapter book readers because it contains:

• a strong female character
• an African-American protagonist
• humorous story-telling

Publisher: Capstone/Stone Arch Books
ISBN: 978-1-4965-3144-5
September 1, 2016



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Ellie Ultra: Queen of the Spelling Bee

By Gina Bellisario
Illustrated by Jessika von Innerebner

When Ellie's best friend Hannah gets into the spelling bee instead of Ellie, Ellie must fight her jealousy and save her school from the queen of all super-villains.  

This title will triumph for your young readers because it contains:

• a strong female character
• an African-American protagonist
• humorous story-telling

Publisher: Capstone/Stone Arch Books
978-1-4965-3145-2
Release date: September 1, 2016


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Seven Riddles to Nowhere

By A.J. Cattapan

When seventh grader Kameron Boyd discovers his financially distressed school might close, he enters a riddles competition to inherit a fortune, but his selective mutism threatens his chances to complete the scavenger hunt required to win the fortune and save his school from closing.

• "With a fast-paced story and compelling characters, A.J. Cattapan's Seven Riddles to Nowhere inspires young readers not only to spend time reading, but also to believe in their own ability to make a difference in this world." -- Lisa Hendey, author of the Chime Traveler's Series
• "Seven Riddles to Nowhere has it all—action, cryptic clues, unique settings, and a hero every kid can root for." -- Stephanie Landsem, author of the Living Waters Series
• "Parents, beware! Your kids will want to stay up late finishing this book - and you might, too!” -- Stephanie Engelman, author of A Single Bead

I Am Drums

By Mike Grosso

Your readers will beat the drum for this book when you tell them it:

• is realistic fiction with a strong female protagonist who wants nothing more than to play the drums
• is the perfect book for kids with singular passions and the drive to make their dreams come true
• has a strong music focus with accurate technical information written by an author, musician, and teacher who shares the information in an exciting way

Publisher: Clarion Books/Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
ISBN 10: 0544707109
ISBN 13: 978-0544707108
Release date: September 6, 2016



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Cupcake Cousins: Winter Wonders

By Kate Hannigan

The cousins are back in the kitchen, though a blizzard and Santa's elves spell disaster for their merry holiday plans to help out with Cat's wedding and at the Food Pantry's Christmas party.

This book has all the ingredients for a cozy, delicious, holiday read. Your Cupcake Cousins fans will eat it up because it:

• is the final book in a mad-cap cooking series
• contains a diverse family and characters
• includes yummy Christmas-themed recipes

Publisher: Disney-Hyperion
ISBN: 978-1484716632
Release date: September 6, 2016


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Threads

By Ami Polonsky

The lives of two girls--one American, and one Chinese--intersect like two soaring kites in this story about loss, hope, and recovery.

This story will lift young readers' hearts and open their minds because:

• it contains a person of color main character
• it will help young readers question stereotypes about privilege
• it is an uplifting story about family and friendship, laced with high adventure

Publisher: Disney-Hyperion
ISBN 13: 9781484746905
Release date: November 1, 2016

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Caveboy Dave

by Aaron Reynolds
illustrated by Phil McAndrew

His grandpa invented fire. His dad invented the wheel. How will Caveboy Dave leave his mark?

Your readers will know the writing's on the cave wall with comments like these:

• "A prehistoric version of Diary of Wimpy Kid meets Captain Underpants" - Boys Life
• "Fast-paced and funny." - Mo O'Hare, author of the Zombie Goldfish series
• "Nonstop action, belly laughs, and stabby cats. What's not to love?" - Victoria Jamieson, author of Rollergirl 

Publisher: Viking        
Genre: Graphic Novel
ISBN: 978-0-14-751658-9
Release date: November 1, 2016


http://www.aaron-reynolds.com
 

Chronic Illnesses, Syndromes, and Rare Disorders: The Ultimate Teen Guide

Marlene Targ Brill 
 

• for YA that includes rare disorders, such as sickle cell anemia or phenylketonuria    
• to offer suggestions for avoiding, living with, and helping family and friends live with a specific condition    
• to build understanding with tips, many offered from interviews with teens experiencing a condition, to reduce bullying, and correct myths 

Flip the Bird

By Kym Brunner

A teen falconer's love life is about to take flight when he discovers that his new crush and her parents belong to a radical animal-rights organization -- forcing him to keep a few secrets so his romance can soar. 
 

Young adult readers will "flip" over this book because it:

• introduces readers to the fascinating world of falconry and raptor rehabilitation through a humorous first-person narrator
• is an engaging coming-of-age tale of a young man having to choose between first love and family obligations
• begs a discussion about protest demonstrations and whether there are limits when it comes to advancing one's agenda

Publisher: HMH Books for Young Readers
ISBN-10: 0544800850
ISBN-13: 978-0544800854
Release date: November 1, 2016


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The Dragon's Ring

By Debra Daugherty

It's the princess to the rescue when a knight encounters an evil witch and a cunning dragon.

This book will work its magic on your readers because:

• in this fairytale, the Princess is the heroine, but only the reader knows
• this book has all the usual aspects of a fairy tale (a witch, a dragon, a unicorn, and a fairy), but is freshly written
• when the unicorn escapes, the King has a change of heart

Publisher: Astraea Press
ISBN: 9781621355663
Release date: July 28, 2016


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Pushing Perfect

By Michelle Falkoff

A high school valedictorian is blackmailed into being part of a prescription drug ring

This book will give your young adult readers a dose of teen reality because it:

• centers around high-pressure academic environments
• deals with the use of study drugs for focus and complex friendships
• is from the author of Playlist for the Dead (HarperTeen, 2015)

Publisher: HarperCollins
ISBN: 978-0062310538
Release date: October 25, 2016


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Aftermath

By Clara Kensie

A teen returns home four years after being kidnapped, only to discover that her family has fallen apart in her absence.

This title will grip your readers and pull them along until the final page because:

• it is a dark, ripped-from-the-headlines psychological thriller for teens and adults
• it was edited by Jacquelyn Mitchard, author of The Deep End of the Ocean, the inaugural book in Oprah's Book Club
• it is also a story of hope, healing, and triumph over tragedy for fans of Room and The Lovely Bones

Publisher: Merit Press/F&W
ISBN: 9781440598708
Release date: November 15, 2016


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