CHILDREN'S

THE INCREDIBLE LIFE OF BALTO

by Meghan McCarthy & illustrated by Meghan McCarthy

An intelligent read-aloud for those not quite ready to tackle the existing independent readers. Full review >

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JAZZ AGE JOSEPHINE

by Jonah Winter & illustrated by Marjorie Priceman

In any consideration of noteworthy lives, Baker stands tall and sparkles as a determined, brave and singular woman of color. Full review >

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