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Testing the Ice: A True Story About Jackie Robinson
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Testing the Ice: A True Story About Jackie Robinson

Why We Recommend It

Jackie Robinson was special on the baseball field and off. His daughter's bio of the slugger-as-dad emphasizes courage.

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The Mythology Handbook: A Course in Ancient Greek Myths by Lady Hestia Evans, Dugald A. Steer, Clint Twist
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that there is both beauty and horror, love and violence, and honor and treachery in the Greek myths. Some of the illustrations could be frightening to younger readers, though no blood or slayings are shown. Parents may need to be ready to ... read more

Age 10+
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The Inside Outside Book of Libraries by Julie Cummins
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that this book is meant to inspire a love of libraries as places of exploration and discovery. Taking a unique perspective, it explores libraries of all types and sizes. read more

Age 4+
The Inside Outside Book of Libraries
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Eats, Shoots & Leaves: Why, Commas Really Do Make a Difference by Lynne Truss
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that even kids with no interest in grammar are going to love this funny book. Clear examples show why a simple thing like comma placement can put a whole new spin on a sentence. read more

Age 5+
Eats, Shoots & Leaves: Why, Commas Really Do Make a Difference
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A Children's Zoo by Tana Hoban
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that the spare but descriptive text and the bright photography are interesting, but the book's appeal is likely to wane before long. The text's pace and layout encourage some interaction. read more

Age 2+
A Children's Zoo
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Stephen Biesty's Incredible Everything by Richard Platt
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that the entries use straightforward language, with difficult terms explained in parentheses and inventive art. read more

Age 11+
Stephen Biesty's Incredible Everything
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Who Uses This? by Margaret Miller
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that children will quickly learn the repetitive Q&A format. read more

Age 2+
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Everyone Poops by Taro Gomi
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that children will find this book immensely funny and will love to point out the excrement from each animal. Colorful paintings show animals from around the world. read more

Age 2+
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