Newly arrived at the library!
See Also:
Eureka
Author(s):
Description:
Promised safety outside of San Francisco, twelve-year-old Mei Mei travels by herself to Eureka, California where she navigates increasing violence against her community leading up to the expulsion of Chinese immigrants in 1885. (3/11)
Format:
Book
Call Number:
J FIC Cha
See Also:
Armando & the Amazing Animal Race
Author(s):
Description:
Twelve-year-old Armando never expected to spend his summer vacation racing around the world with his eccentric grandmother. But when they team up for the Amazing Animal Race, a grueling competition to snap photos of seven endangered animals in just seventy days--he discovers that Granny D is full of surprises! Armed with night vision goggles, bear spray, and online support from his tech-savvy friend Jinny, Armando and his wild and wonderful Granny embark on a quest across seven countries that will push them to their limits. From the icy Arctic to the steamy Amazon, Armando gains confidence as he faces ruthless race rivals and close encounters with rare and sometimes dangerous creatures. But the Amazing Animal Race is more than just a photography contest. For Armando, it's a chance to solve a baffling family mystery, rebuild family relationships, and develop his passion for animals and helping the environment. (3/11)
Format:
Book
Call Number:
J FIC Sch
See Also:
The star of Moon Village
Author(s):
Description:
Even in outer space there are frenemies. Priscilla Cobb has spent her whole life dreaming of space. The underground scientific labs on the Moon are the stuff of legend. So when an international student research voyage to the Moon is announced, Priscilla trains day in and day out. But as Priscilla discovers, research will not be the priority of the trip. In fact, the whole trip starts to feel like a vacation for the ultrarich and famous. And when a surprise secret guest is revealed (someone Priscilla hoped to never cross paths with again), she decides enough is enough. It's time for science to fight back. (3/11)
Format:
Book
Call Number:
J FIC Ric
See Also:
A kid like me
Author(s):
Description:
Ethan doesn't want to stand out, he just wants to fit in. But fitting in is tough when your peers call out your ancient cell phone, busted backpack, and discount clothing. To make matters worse, his best friend, Ricky, insists on hanging out with a group of guys who just don't get him . . . they're more interested in playing pranks than playing his favorite card game Bio Battle. Things start looking up, though, when Ethan befriends Aiden, a new kid in school, but it's only matter of time before even that goes sideways. Can Ethan figure out where he belongs without forgetting who he is and who he wants to be?
Format:
Book
Call Number:
J FIC Feu
See Also:
Stealing the score
Author(s):
Description:
The World Cup--the biggest sporting event in the world--is coming to town! When a contest offering up a once-in-a-lifetime chance to attend the World Cup is announced, superfans Ethan, Sasha, and Mateo are all determined to win. To do so, they must embark on a local scavenger hunt for soccer star, El Botin's famous cleats. However, the promotional gimmick takes a turn when the real cleats go missing and chaos is unleashed. With the approaching World Cup on the line, the kids will have to overcome their own rivalries and come together to not only find their hero's cleats but to save his whole career. (3/11)
Format:
Book
Call Number:
J FIC Liu
See Also:
One for the dogs
Author(s):
Description:
Resa and her friends are heading to Brooklyn to spend a couple of weeks with her grandmother! They're so excited to hang out, explore the big city, and have all sorts of adventures. But when Abuela sprains her ankle and can't make it to the shop she runs, Resa knows she can help out--and put her business skills to use along the way! So when two other girls come in to the store looking for doggy bandanas, an item Abuela doesn't have in stock, Resa sees an opportunity to fill a hole in the market. She starts to brainstorm a business plan--only to find out that her new friends don't seem all that interested in putting Resa's good advice to use. And meanwhile, Resa's original Startup Squad crew seem to be having a blast with her abuela--and without Resa. Will the summer of Resa's dreams turn out to be a complete disappointment? (3/11)
Format:
Book
Call Number:
J FIC Wei
See Also:
Unfairies
Author(s):
Description:
Factions of sneaky, double-crossing fairies battle for power in The Garden, and when Pip, a cheeky tree fairy, is tasked with delivering a message, she finds herself thrown into the power struggle on an adventure involving a dubious ancient prophecy, epic acorn-based warfare, and sinister plots. (3/11)
Format:
Book
Call Number:
J FIC Aar
See Also:
Professor Thomas Cat's guide to understanding the human brain : the dyslexia files - VIEW IN CATALOG
Professor Thomas Cat's guide to understanding the human brain : the dyslexia files
Author(s):
Description:
Professor Thomas Cat thinks he knows everything about the human brain and has a full presentation ready to teach other cats how it works. When he introduces the topic of dyslexia, Ava steps in with her own lived experience. With help from her dolphin sidekick, she explains what dyslexia feels like, how her brain processes words, and the strategies that help her succeed. Their mix of science, humor, and visual storytelling helps kids understand why reading can be challenging and how different parts of the brain work together. As Ava and Professor Cat compare notes, readers learn that dyslexia comes with strengths, creativity, and resilience. This graphic novel gives kids practical tools, boosts confidence, and helps them feel understood. It also offers families, caregivers, teachers, and reading specialists clear language to talk about learning differences, emotional support, and problem solving. Engaging art and friendly explanations help kids feel empowered and show that understanding how their brain works is the first step toward thriving. (3/13)
Format:
Book
Call Number:
J FIC All
See Also:
Hooves of death. Volume 1
Author(s):
Description:
Humanity, on the brink of collapse after a devastating zombie outbreak, has retreated to its last refuge--a camp hidden within Yellowstone National Park. Supplies are scarce and hope is fading fast. That is, until an unexpected savior arrives: a herd of unicorns. Though the situation has been stabilized, the war against the undead is far from over. Determined to prove herself, Sergeant Glitter volunteers for a mission to find food but instead stumbles upon Kate, a lone survivor who may hold the secret to ending the conflict once and for all. Along the way, Glitter and Kate will cross paths with a group of sirens and their cute boyfriends, a secretive cult, a hidden community of bigfoot, and a royal lineage of winged pegasi who may hold the key to their survival. As they navigate these strange alliances and treacherous foes, they begin to unravel a truth even more shocking than the undead. (3/13)
Format:
Book
Call Number:
J FIC Bra
See Also:
Mystery on Macaw Mountain
Author(s):
Description:
When eight endangered macaws are stolen from a bird sanctuary in the Mayan ruins of Copán, four sleuthing cousins must find out who took them-and why. (3/30)
Format:
Book
Call Number:
J FIC Fit
See Also:
Glory be
Author(s):
Description:
Nine-year-old Glory searches the city of New Orleans for her missing dog, Roux, while navigating a difficult relationship with father, who may have something to do with her pup's disappearance. (3/30)
Format:
Call Number:
J FIC Sum
See Also:
A kingdom of shadows
Author(s):
Description:
A band of misfits go on a quest in search of the Lake of Lights with hopes of fighting the darkness that is slowly overcoming their kingdom. (3/30)
Format:
Book
Call Number:
J FIC Mur
See Also:
No way never sisters
Author(s):
Description:
Melisa Flores and Roxy Romero are not fans of each other. Roxy is sporty while Meli is artsy. Meli keeps her friend circle small while Roxy is pals with everyone. Their little brothers might get along like fruit in a delicious smoothie, but Meli and Roxy do not mix. So when their parents announce their engagement, the girls are horrified. Previous experience has told them they'll never be friends, much less sisters. Meli and Roxy decide they have to do something to prevent this future blended family from ruining all their lives.
Format:
Book
Call Number:
J FIC Ace
See Also:
Queso, just in time
Author(s):
Description:
Queso wishes under the full moon to see his late father again, and suddenly finds himself back in 1985 with twelve-year-old Pancho, the boy who will grow up to be his dad -- and who needs Queso's help to imagine a better future. (3/30)
Format:
Book
Call Number:
J FIC Cis
See Also:
Hafsa's way
Author(s):
Description:
Hafsa, a determined Pakistani girl who dreams of becoming a doctor despite her family's disapproval, is begrudgingly allowed to attend an elite summer science camp in Lahore, where she faces isolation, unexpected challenges, and family pressures but refuses to let anything derail her ambitions. (3/30)
Format:
Book
Call Number:
J FIC Sae
See Also:
Life on the Moon
Author(s):
Description:
The first rule of life on the moon There is no life on the moon. The second rule Don't ask questions. 12-year-old Leo gets a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to join the very first Moon colony. He's excited to be part of the top-secret mission, but things quickly go off the rails. Right after his family lands on the Moon, Leo's dad is called off on an urgent mission from which he never returns. The authorities claim the mission never existed, and Leo's dad is accused of desertion. Leo goes looking for his dad and discovers far more than he bargained for. Everyone in the colony insists there's NO life on the Moon. But Leo's explorations reveal a landscape brimming with extraordinary creatures--with baffling behaviors and beliefs. Leo's big question why keep Moon life a secret? Who stands to gain? And how can he find a way to save his new Moon friends before the lie becomes a reality? (5/4)
Format:
Book
Call Number:
J FIC Swa
See Also:
Red River Rose
Author(s):
Description:
Rose, her family, and the Métis people have lived on the land for generations. She spends afternoons tracking rabbits and gathering roots with her best friend and her little sister. She loves to watch the ferry arrive, delivering goods and news to their remote community. But then Rose's elders start speaking in hushed tones and her parents discuss whether they should "join the resistance." When she learns that the government wants to push the Métis off their land again, Rose fears that their lives, their entire lifestyle, are at risk. Determined to help, Rose sets out on an adventure that will test her bravery more than she ever expected. She'll do anything to protect her family, her home, and her way of life. (5/4)
Format:
Book
Call Number:
J FIC Lin
See Also:
My sister, the freak
Author(s):
Description:
Mary Seaver lives in her own world. It's not her fault if sometimes her enthusiasm creates chaos. To Mary, that's what being 10 years old and a huge science fiction fan is all about. Allison "Al" Seaver is Mary's older sister--and she's everything that Mary is not: cool, calm, collected, and super popular. So it makes sense that when aliens invade their hometown of Pleasant Valley, Mary's trying to warn everyone about the end of the world while Al's just hoping it will all go away before the spring dance. But when a secret emerges from their family's past, Mary and Al find themselves turning to their most unlikely ally: each other. (5/4)
Format:
Book
Call Number:
J FIC Jon
See Also:
A fishboy named... Sashimi
Author(s):
Description:
In the town of Barnacle Bay, a creature lurks. He's come from the ocean, in search of others like him. To fit in with humans, Sashimi sneaks into an elementary school and pretends to be a student. But he's clearly a fish out of water! When Sashimi finds out the whole town is on the hunt for the Beast of Barnacle Bay--a creature who sounds a lot like Sashimi--hijinks ensue! Fortunately, with the help of a new friend and the class goldfish, Sashimi figures out a way to stay afloat. (5/4)
Format:
Book
Call Number:
J FIC San
See Also:
Last day pool party
Author(s):
Description:
The only thing standing between the kids of Orange Grove Junior High and summer break is one party--and a whole lot of drama. After being left off the roll call during her class graduation ceremony, Rose is done being invisible. She has a foolproof plan for how to stand out, and it all starts with going to the last day pool party. But she's not the only one who is going to make a splash...Liv is on the search for a new BFF after learning that her friend Juhi is totally ruining her life by moving. And even though Maya would rather be caught dead than at unpopular Dustin's party, her mom says she has to be nice--which as it turns out, might not be the same as being cool. Soon, cliques collide and drama goes off the deep end. Rose and her classmates will face unexpected twists and hilarious (or maybe just embarrassing) mishaps and miscommunications. From cake collisions to best friend blowouts, this party is about to go off the deep end. (5/4)
Format:
Book
Call Number:
J FIC Ste
See Also:
Forbidden mountain
Author(s):
Description:
Every Anoran child dreams of the day they will enter the sacred bonding hut and match with a guardian--a spiritual guide who grants magically enhanced abilities. A lucky few will bond with Advocates, who promise greatness and glory. Others will be tempted by forbidden offers from the Accursed--dangerous spirits who bring nothing but destruction and a penalty of death to any Anoran who chooses them. But when Mako discovers that the worst of these agents of chaos has returned to spread an ancient evil through the empire, he faces an unthinkable choice: will he bond with one of the Accursed to gain the power to stop another? Halfway across the empire, Arden has no guardian and no prospects of adventure ... until she infiltrates an underground criminal network to rescue her missing friend. Relying on her knack for sensing the truth through even the smoothest lies, Arden finds herself at the center of a sinister conspiracy that runs much deeper than she ever imagined. Soon Mako's and Arden's fates collide, and together they must face bandit armies, dark secrets, and untold dangers to fight an enemy who could destroy all they've ever known. (5/4)
Format:
Book
Call Number:
J FIC Mul