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PreK - 2
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Fiction titles designed to support emerging and new readers as they begin reading independently. Books in this category feature controlled vocabulary, simple sentence structures, repetition, and strong picture-to-text connections to build confidence and early literacy skills. Curriculum-supporting and engaging, these titles help readers strengthen phonics, comprehension, and fluency while encouraging a love of reading.

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Early Literacy, Independent Reading, Beginning Readers, Fiction
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Authentic fiction and nonfiction titles that help young readers learn about the world around them. This category explores different cultures, religions, and celebrations, while also introducing topics that encourage empathy, and global and community awareness.

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Community, Culture & Traditions, Discussion Starters, Multicultural, Fiction, Nonfiction, Picture Books
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A mix of picture books featuring easy-to-follow, illustrated stories designed for young readers. With clear storytelling, engaging art, and accessible text, these titles support comprehension, visual literacy, and a growing love of reading.

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Early Literacy, Storytime / Read Alouds, Fiction, Picture Books
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A mix of picture books featuring easy-to-follow, illustrated stories designed for young readers. With clear storytelling, engaging art, and accessible text, these titles support comprehension, visual literacy, and a growing love of reading.

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Early Literacy, Storytime / Read Alouds, Fiction, Picture Books
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A collection of Spanish-language and bilingual picture books for young primary readers, featuring both original bilingual Spanish-language titles and popular picture books translated into Spanish. This category includes fiction and nonfiction selections that support language development, comprehension, and cultural connections through engaging stories and illustrations.

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Bilingual, Language Development, Multicultural, Spanish, Fiction, Nonfiction, Picture Books
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For Grades 1-4

A high-interest collection of fiction and nonfiction titles that capture the excitement of sports for elementary readers. These inspiring stories highlight athletes, team rivalries, perseverance, and the thrill of competition, all while encouraging motivation, teamwork, and a love of reading through fast-paced, engaging narratives.

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High-Interest, Independent Reading, Fiction, Nonfiction, Sports
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For Grades 1-4

A fiction and nonfiction collection that highlights American locales from rural landscapes to bustling cities. Whether following characters on cross-country journeys, exploring small-town life, or discovering fascinating facts about the diverse communities across the United States, readers are invited to experience settings that feel central to each story. This category features compelling themes and clear, approachable text suited for both independent reading and shared discovery.

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Community, Geography, United States, Fiction, Nonfiction
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For Grades 2-4

A collection of chapter books for independent readers moving into longer stories. Clear structures and occasional illustrations keep books both accessible and fun, building confidence and a love of reading.

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Independent Reading, Chapter Books, Fiction
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A collection of chapter books for independent readers moving into longer stories. Clear structures and occasional illustrations keep books both accessible and fun, building confidence and a love of reading.

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Independent Reading, Chapter Books, Fiction
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For Grades 3-5

A collection of fantasy and science fiction titles designed to spark curiosity and imagination in older elementary readers. These fiction stories transport readers to enchanting kingdoms, far-off worlds, and thrilling quests, encouraging exploration, creativity, and a deeper love of reading through immersive storytelling.

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Adventure, Fantasy, Independent Reading, Science Fiction, Fiction
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A high-interest collection of mystery and adventure titles for older elementary readers. These action-packed stories feature intriguing puzzles, daring journeys, spooky situations, and suspenseful plotlines that keep readers turning pages. With clever clues, memorable characters, and fast-paced storytelling, this category encourages independent reading and strong comprehension skills.

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Adventure, Horror, Mystery, Scary Stories, Fiction
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A collection of Spanish and bilingual titles created for older elementary readers. This category includes fiction and nonfiction selections featuring both original Spanish texts and popular titles translated into Spanish. These books are ideal for bilingual learners, Spanish instruction, and expanding global perspectives.

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Bilingual, Multicultural, Spanish, ESL, Fiction, Nonfiction
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A collection of longer-format novels for readers ready to move beyond chapter books. These stories emphasize fun while beginning to explore deeper themes. With engaging plots and relatable characters, this category helps keep readers excited as they take the next step into longer, more immersive stories.

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Speculative Fiction, Fiction, Realistic Fiction
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For Grades 3-5

A collection of longer-format novels for readers ready to move beyond chapter books. These stories emphasize fun while beginning to explore deeper themes. With engaging plots and relatable characters, this category helps keep readers excited as they take the next step into longer, more immersive stories.

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Speculative Fiction, Fiction, Realistic Fiction
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For Grades 5-7

This collection features fiction titles selected for upper elementary and early middle school readers who are ready for stories with greater emotional depth and nuance. Selections highlight character-driven stories across contemporary, realistic, and approachable genre fiction, offering accessible narratives that reflect a wide range of experiences through thoughtful, engaging storytelling. Some selections may explore identity, relationships, and real-world challenges, including LGBTQIA+ themes, moderate language, social issues, and other sensitive topics.

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Speculative Fiction, Fiction, Realistic Fiction
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For Grades 5-7

This collection features fiction titles selected for upper elementary and early middle school readers who are ready for engaging, well-crafted stories that reflect their everyday lives and interests. Selections span contemporary and realistic fiction, as well as approachable genre titles, offering accessible narratives with emotional depth, humor, and heart—designed to encourage independent reading and sustained engagement.

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Speculative Fiction, Fiction, Realistic Fiction
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For Grades 5-8

This collection features fantasy and science fiction titles selected to immerse middle school readers in imaginative worlds, bold ideas, and high-energy storytelling. Selections transport readers to enchanted realms, futuristic societies, and alternate realities, emphasizing adventure, discovery, and rich worldbuilding through engaging, plot-forward narratives designed to spark curiosity and sustain interest.

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Adventure, Fantasy, Science Fiction, Speculative Fiction, Fiction
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For Grades 5-8

This collection features graphic novels that combine striking visuals with layered, narrative-driven storytelling. Selections span a range of genres and tones, offering immersive stories that invite reflection alongside entertainment, with space for more complex themes and emotional depth. Some selections may explore identity, relationships, and real-world challenges, including LGBTQIA+ themes, moderate language, social issues, and other sensitive topics.

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High-Interest, Fiction, Nonfiction, Graphic Novels, Reluctant Readers
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This collection features graphic novels that bring stories to life through immersive visuals and compelling narratives. Selections span a wide range of genres and styles, blending humor, adventure, and character-driven storytelling to create engaging reading experiences that draw readers into rich, visually driven worlds.

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High-Interest, Fiction, Nonfiction, Graphic Novels, Reluctant Readers
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For Grades 5-8

This collection features high-interest, low-reading-level titles for middle school readers seeking accessible text paired with age-appropriate, engaging stories. Selections include fiction and some nonfiction, ranging from branded hi-lo titles to carefully chosen middle grade books written at a lower reading level. The collection emphasizes fast-moving stories, clear language, and strong hooks, meeting middle schoolers where they are as readers while still offering stories that feel relatable and interesting.

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Novels in Verse, ESL, Fiction, Nonfiction, Graphic Novels, Reluctant Readers, Struggling Readers
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