Women in Science: 50 Fearless Pioneers Who Changed the World

If you were to type “famous inventors” in a Google search, the results would show a list of male inventors with a few females showcased. Similar results appear if you search for “famous scientists” or “famous biologists” or “famous mathematicians.” Does this mean that men are better than women at science, technology, engineering, and math? …

Ghosts by Raina Telgemeier

Have you ever been in a situation where you felt like you didn’t fit in or belong? I have, and it’s not fun. When I moved to a new school, I felt scared, alone, and out of place. I missed the comforts of being in familiar places, especially being surrounded by my friends. After a …

Paper Wishes

A quick history lesson The Nazi’s were not the only organization during World War II to force a group of people to live in camps because of prejudice beliefs. The United States created internment camps as well. On December 7, 1941, Japanese aircrafts attacked the Pearl Harbor naval base near Honolulu, Hawaii. The attack was …

Heart of a Samurai

Manjiro Nakahama has been called “the boy who discovered America” as he is believed to be the first Japanese person to set foot in America. Prior to reading this book, I’d never heard of Manjiro or his is historical significance. Heart of a Samurai by Margi Preus tells the brave and daring tale of Manjiro …

Harry Potter and The Sorcerer’s Stone

Today is a very special day. Twenty years ago, Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone was published! The Harry Potter series, in my opinion, is the greatest children’s books ever written. The stories are filled with action, suspense, romance, mischief, villainy, bravery, and loads of friendship. To celebrate the 20th anniversary, Pottermore launched a Harry …

The Girl Who Drank the Moon

Today’s recommendation is one that is impossible to put down. The Girl Who Drank the Moon by Kelly Barnhill is a captivating fantasy about love, curiosity, and the magic around us. Our story begins with a tale about a terrible witch who lives in the woods. No one has seen the witch, but the townspeople …

March: Book One

We’re dedicating Thursdays to graphic novel day. Yay! The selection we have to share today might just be our favorite one of our summer line up. March: Book One by John Lewis and Andrew Aydin and illustrated by Nate Powell is the first in a trilogy which recounts John Lewis’s remarkable story and commitment to justice …

The Thing About Jellyfish by Ali Benjamin

Suzy Swanson’s best friend Franny Jackson was an excellent swimmer. So when Suzy’s mom gets a phone call from Franny’s mother telling her that Franny drowned, Suzy refuses to believe it. There is no way she could have drowned. In fact, Suzy suspects her once BFF was actually stung by an Irukandji jellyfish and will …

The Good Braider by Terry Farish

This novel-in-verse tells the story of sixteen-year-old Viola’s journey from war-torn South Sudan, to Cairo, Egypt, and finally to a refugee community in Portland, Maine. Step inside Viola’s shoes and experience the heartache, love, loss, and hope her story has to offer. Verdict: This is an important novel for all to read. It touches on …

Salt to the Sea by Ruta Sepetys

Based on the true WWII marine tragedy, Salt to the Sea tells the gripping story of refugees fighting for their lives to escape East Prussia and find a way to board the Wilhelm Gustloff, a German military ship evacuating civilians and wounded soldiers.