15 Best February Books for Young Readers

by Karen Bao

Hard to put down: a strongly written work that pulls no punches while providing much-needed representation. Full review >

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by Safia Elhillo

A stunning work that deeply explores poetry, the complexities of identity, and the longing for love. Full review >

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by Erin Hahn

A deeply satisfying romance in which personal growth and dreams are realized. Full review >

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by Robin Wasley

A thrilling, moving, and fantastical apocalyptic novel that readers won’t want to put down. Full review >

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by Renée Watson ; illustrated by Ekua Holmes

A compelling ode to self-resurrection and Black sisterhood that finds much-needed light in the world’s darkness. Full review >

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by Giselle Clarkson ; illustrated by Giselle Clarkson

A charming work sure to spark a lifelong habit of looking closely at the natural world. Full review >

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by Anne Rellihan

The mystery will reel readers in, while the emotions and relationships make this a book to savor. Full review >

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by Heather L. Montgomery ; illustrated by Lindsey Leigh

A pathologically good time. Full review >

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by Saadia Faruqi

Powerful and timely. Full review >

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by Scout Underhill ; illustrated by Scout Underhill ; color by Liana Sposto

A smart, endearing tale packed with adorable dogs and useful tips for role-playing game newcomers. Full review >

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by Breanna J. McDaniel ; illustrated by April Harrison

The Master Storyteller returns to storytime at last. Full review >

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by Deidre Havrelock ; illustrated by Aly McKnight

A powerful story that will have hearts beating in time with the pounding drums and dancers’ bounce-steps. Full review >

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by Mo Willems ; illustrated by Mo Willems

Vast charm in a (relatively) small package yields big laughs. Full review >

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by Cari Best ; illustrated by Rashin Kheiriyeh

Utterly irresistible. Full review >

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by David Sedaris ; illustrated by Ian Falconer

Consider this little monstrosity a much-needed corrective to smarmy platitudes. Full review >

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