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Drawn Across Borders: True Stories of Migration
George Butler
Migration is a fact of life – and one of the most pressing and misunderstood issues of our time. George Butler draws from 10 years of experience in reporting on crises to introduce some of the individuals who have been forced to leave their homeland.
Fearless: The Story of Daphne Caruana Galizia
Gattaldo
The story of Daphne Caruana Galizia, the investigative reporter, who devoted her life to standing up for truth, justice and freedom of speech.
When We Walked on the Moon
David Long, illus. Sam Kalda
A powerful description of the Apollo missions from the astronauts who made it to the moon.
We Are The Supremes
Zoë Tucker, illus. Salini Perera
This inspiring book tells the story of the friendship between Flo, Mary, and Diana who became superstars.
A Year Full of Celebrations and Festivals
Claire Grace, illus. Christopher Corr
A book full of bright and bold illustrations that use the title celebrations and festivals to explore diversity.
Hello! A Welcoming Story
Gina K. Lewis, illus. María José Campos
Five refugee children who have left everything they know and arrived in a new place are welcomed by their classmates.
The Mask that Loved to Count
Luo Xi, transl. Helen Wang
A N95 mask goes on a journey from a pharmacy to a home to a hospital, counting as he goes, and finding out his true goal.
The Glassblower’s Children
Maria Gripe, illus. Harald Gripe, transl. Sheila La Farge
A haunting fairytale echoing Norse myth and folklore.
Victor
Jacques & Lise, transl. Laura Watkinson
A macho big-game hunter develops a conscience and starts feeling guilty about his actions. But will his plan to atone put him in a dangerous situation?
We Are The Beatles
Zoë Tucker, illus. Mark Wang
This book tells the story of the Beatles and amplifies the teamwork and friendship between the boys that enabled them to create their music.
The Bear, the Piano and Little Bear’s Concert
David Litchfield
Little Bear’s voice shines through as she strives to hear her Dad play the piano once again.
If You Go Down to the Woods Today
Rachel Piercey, illus. Freya Hartas
An enchanting year-long journey into the world of Bear and his friends.