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  • Caldecott Medal
    The Caldecott medal is given to the artist who created the most distinguished picture book of the year.
  • Newbery Medal
    Awarded to the author of the most distinguished contribution to American literature for children.
  • Coretta Scott King Author Award
    Given to African American authors for outstanding inspirational and educational contributions.
  • Coretta Scott King Illustrator Award
    Given to African American illustrators for outstanding inspirational and educational contributions.
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Skeleton Creek
Skeleton Creek
by Patrick Carman
Grades 7–12

The first book to integrate video footage throughout the story. As the ghost story unfolds Ryan writes his experience in a journal (the book) while his best friend Sarah video tapes the ghostly occurrences in their haunted home town (9 videos, interspersed in the book about every 30 pages).

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New Book Releases For Teachers
Funny Farm
by Mark Teague
Grades PreK–2
Funny Farm
Join Edward as he pitches in with the chores on his first visit to Hawthorne Farm.
The Mostly True Adventures of Homer P. Figg
by Rodman Philbrick
Grades 4–7
The Mostly True Adventures of Homer P. Figg
A dramatic, witty Civil War tale from bestselling author Rodman Philbrick.
Amiri and Odette: A Love Story
by Walter Dean Myers, illustrated by Javaka Steptoe
Grades 7–12
Amiri and Odette: A Love Story
Acclaimed author Walter Dean Myers explores the sweet, sharp, spark of love between two teens, in a modern urban retelling of the Swan Lake ballet.
Scholastic Encyclopedia of the Presidents and Their Times
by David Rubel
Grades 4–7
Scholastic Encyclopedia of the Presidents and Their Times
This collection of biographies presents overviews of each United States president, including accomplishments, and the state of the country during the term of each.


For Librarians
Scholastic News Nonfiction Readers®: Meet President Barack Obama
Grades: 1–2
Scholastic News Nonfiction Readers®: Meet President Barack Obama
Introduce your students to the new President of the United States!
24/7: Behind the Headlines™: Special Edition: Population 1.3 Billion: China Becomes a Super Superpower
Reading Level: Grades: 5–7
Interest Level: Grades: 6–12
24/7: Behind the Headlines: Special Edition: Population 1.3 Billion: China Becomes a Super Superpower
This exciting new series focuses on hot topics that are making headlines every day!
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New From Weston Woods Books come alive with Weston Woods videos, faithful audiovisual adaptations of new and classic children's books that motivate readers of all levels.
The Boy Who Cried Wolf
by B.G. Hennessy, illustrated by Boris Kulikov
Grades PreK–2
The Boy Who Cried Wolf
A retelling of a timeless tale that is sure to leave readers grinning sheepishly.
New From Lectorum The largest Spanish-language book distributor in the country, Lectorum offers translations of popular English titles and books originally published in Spanish.
Este noche en el Titanic
by Mary Pope Osborne
Grades 2–5
Este noche en el Titanic
In book 17 of the Magic Tree House series, the tree house takes Annie and Jack to the decks of the Titanic, moments before it sinks.
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Recommended Reads
Summer Reading Challenge
Try these super series for reading fun all summer long.
Froggy
by Johathan London & Frank Remkiewicz
Grades K–2
Froggy
Froggy's adventures are always fun. Follow him as he bakes a cake, learns to swim, and more.
Elliot's Park
by Patrick Carman
Grades 3–5
Elliot's Park
Elliot and his squirrel friends solve problems wherever they find them.
Dear America
by Various Authors
Grades 2–8
Dear America
Travel back to the earliest days of America through the diary pages of these courageous girls.
Inkheart
by Cornelia Funke
Grades 4–8
Inkheart
What would you do if every time you read a book out loud, it came to life, whether you wanted it to or not?

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