It's the new year! But let's take a look back at 2024 and reflect on some of the standout picture books that captured hearts and sparked imaginations. From enchanting tales of friendship and bravery to beautifully illustrated journeys through magical worlds, these books offer something for every young reader. Curated by Bonita Bignar.
Finding their voices in the chaotic world, these teens express their thoughts and emotions through artwork. Whether a career in the art world is their dream or creating art is their means of solace or survival, they have colorful stories to tell. Curated by Samantha Matherne.
Get ready for magical winter adventures with these reads for kids. From building snowmen to sledding down frosty hills, each page is filled with charming illustrations and heartwarming moments that capture the joy of winter fun. Get cozy with perfect books for bedtime and reading aloud during the holidays. Curated Bonita Bignar.
Before Dorothy crashed into Oz there was Elphaba, the future Wicked Witch of the West. In 1995's bestseller Wicked: The Life and Times of the Wicked Witch of the West Gregory Maguire gives story to Frank Baum's green villain. In 2003 the book was turned into a Tony award winning Broadway musical that produced amazing songs Defying Gravity and Popular. The movie Wicked is out in theaters now! Check out these read-a-likes. Curated by Ashley Lee.
"Thanking is easy. Thanking is fun. It shows you are grateful when kind things are done." Celebrate all the people, places, and things and explore the many ways we can be thankful for the pleasures great and small that await us every day. Curated by Bonita Bignar.
If you are a fan of the tight-knit friend groups of Stephen King's It and Stand by Me, you will love these stories of friends fighting together to save their communities from evil. Curated by Tabor Millien.
Criminally hillarious books for those who want a not-so-serious take on investigations. Curated by Ashley Lee.
Sink your teeth into a story with high stakes where some people are not as friendly as they first appear. Will you root for or against the vampires? Curated by Samantha Matherne.
Dive into the electrifying world of esports. Want to know more about your favorite games like Fortnite, League of Legends, Roblox, and more? Learn about the global competitive phenomenon behind esports. Whether you want to learn more about the electronic gaming culture or improve your skills on your favorite games, these books are the ultimate guides to the online arena. Curated by Katie Rivers.
Follow these characters as they find out whether or not they can survive when monsters invade their world. Curated by Tabor Millien.
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