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1) Neither
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 1.5 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Formats
Description
Because Neither is unlike both the rabbits and birds of the Land of This and That, it sets out to find a new place where all kinds of creatures are welcome
2) Swing
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.2 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Formats
Description
As four very different letters arrive at the playground, each makes the next feel unwelcome, but once they begin to swing together, they have a wonderful time
3) They came
Author
Language
English
Formats
Description
The arrival of a mysterious alien ship prompts panic in a small town, until a young boy's discovery changes everything
5) Someone new
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.2 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Formats
Description
When three children, Jesse, Jason, and Emma, are confronted with new classmates from different ethnic backgrounds, they strive to overcome their initial reactions, and to understand, accept, and welcome Maria, Jin, and Fatima
6) Geraldine
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.6 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Formats
Description
Struggling to fit in as the only giraffe in a school of children, reluctant newcomer Geraldine meets fellow outcast Cassie and learns how to stand out by being herself, playing by her own rules, and staying true to her new friend
7) Three
Author
Publisher
Holiday House / Neal Porter Books
Pub. Date
2021
Language
English
Description
Three, a homeless three-legged dog, skips and hops about the city until he befriends a little girl who accepts him as he is
Author
Publisher
Disney Hyperion
Pub. Date
2020
Language
English
Description
"Born a bit different than expected, Scarlet has always embraced her uniqueness. When she starts preschool, though, she finds it can be a little scary to stand out from the crowd. But with the help of some new friends, Scarlet's infectious enthusiasm has everyone celebrating what makes her special!"--
9) Whole whale
Author
Publisher
Barefoot Books
Pub. Date
2021
Language
English
Description
"Young readers will giggle with delight as one hundred unusual animals try to squeeze into the oversized pages of this raucous rhyming tale. 'But can we fit a whole blue whale?' is repeated throughout, as more animals join the melange" --
10) Freddy vs school
Author
Series
Freddy vs school volume 1
Publisher
Scholastic Inc
Pub. Date
2021
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5 - AR Pts: 3
Language
English
Description
When his mom makes him go to school to learn stuff the human way, Freddy, a super-powered robot, cannot use his powers and must figure out a way to "act human" without caving from the peer pressure
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.3 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Formats
Description
Have you ever been a little anxious about going to a party? Jim Panzee feels that. Porcupine is having a big party, and according to Jim's best friend Norman, there will be--gulp--dancing. Jim can DEFINITELY not dance. When he tells his friends, they all try to teach him cool moves--surely that's the only reason Jim isn't excited about this party! Now, their job complete, the other animals sweep Jim along, all the way to the dance floor. Jim is dipped,...
Author
Publisher
Alfred A Knopf
Pub. Date
2020
Language
English
Description
"There were just a few signs that Imogene was different. First, there were the antlers growing from her head -- a spectacle that her mother could not bear. Then came the peacock's tail, the long neck, and ... oh dear, what will Mother say to that? Thirty-five years after David Small brought the inimitable Imogene to life, she's back -- with a new set of features that kids everywhere will see for what they really are : the things that make you utterly,...
13) The hair book
Author
Publisher
Sterling Children's Books
Pub. Date
[2022]
Language
English
Description
"With bold, colorful graphics and poetic rhyme, this is a stunning tribute to every kind of hair, perfect for fans of Hair Love"--
14) I'm not a girl
Author
Publisher
Roaring Brook Press
Pub. Date
[2020]
Language
English
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Description
Nobody seems to understand that Hannah is not a girl. His parents ask why he won't wear the cute outfits they pick out. His friend thinks he must be a tomboy. His teacher insists he should be proud to be a girl. But a birthday wish, a new word, and a stroke of courage might be just what Hannah needs to finally show the world who he really is. Based on a true transgender identity journey, I'm Not a Girl is an empowering story about a boy who is determined...
Author
Publisher
Farrar Straus Giroux
Pub. Date
2022
Language
English
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Description
"Daddy is the Mystery Reader at Tori's school today, and he's coming dressed as Miss Rita! Tori helps Daddy gloss, glitter, glamour, and glimmer to get ready. It takes time--because sparkle is serious business! Tori loves helping Daddy become Miss Rita. But will the other kids at school love Miss Rita like Tori does? Luckily, a last-minute idea helps Daddy and Tori find a way to make story time sparkle for everyone. This heartwarming and relatable...
Author
Series
One cool duck volume 1
Publisher
Hippo Park, an imprint of Astra Books for Young Readers
Pub. Date
[2023]
Language
English
Description
"Duck is feeling pretty good about himself. He can flip on a skateboard, and he's a great friend, too. Then Cat comes along and seems so cool, with his high scores on video games--but Cat also does some mean stuff nobody likes! Then Cat gets caught up a tree and needs help. In three short chapters, perfect for readers just gaining confidence, Duck and his pals show Cat that being cool includes helping others and not dissing your friends. Each character...
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: UG - BL: 5.2 - AR Pts: 14
Language
English
Appears on list
Formats
Description
"Part coming of age, part call to action, this fast-paced #ownvoices novel about a Deaf teenager is a unique and inspiring exploration of what it means to belong. Smart, artistic, and independent, sixteen year old Piper is tired of trying to conform. Her mom wants her to be "normal," to pass as hearing, to get a good job. But in a time of food scarcity, environmental collapse, and political corruption, Piper has other things on her mind--like survival....
19) Love the world
Author
Publisher
Little, Brown and Company
Pub. Date
2017
Language
English
Description
Whether looking at one's own nose and toes, helping others, or exploring the world, there is always something to love
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