Get to know the history our textbooks didn't teach us with these recommendations written by or written from the point of view of the Indigenous Peoples' of the Americas.
1491: New Revelations of the Americas Before Columbus by Charles C. Mann
Mann offers a groundbreaking study that radically alters readers' understanding of the Americas before the arrival of the Europeans in 1492.
America's Hidden History by Kenneth C. Davis
A collection of extraordinary stories, each detailing an overlooked episode that has shaped the nation's destiny and character.
As Long as the…
Looking for some recommendations on what to read for Pride Month, but keep seeing the same books over and over again? Here are some new teen releases that just hit the shelves and also some under-the-radar favorites.
“Last Night at the Telegraph Club” by Malinda Lo
Seventeen-year-old Lily Hu can’t remember exactly when the question took root, but the answer was in full bloom the moment she and Kathleen Miller walked under the flashing neon sign of a lesbian bar called the Telegraph Club. A gripping story of love and duty set in San Francisco's Chinatown…
Celebrate AAPI month with ready-to-check out titles from our collection!
Paprika
This wild ride of a movie focuses on the power of the mind, and a mysterious device that falls into the wrong hands. What happens next? Check out Paprika to find out.
Parasite
Winner of an Oscar for Best Picture, Parasite is a masterpiece of tension and its impact on the relationship of two families.
First Love
First Love mixes a crime world with hints of comedy, to follow the story of two people just trying to escape…
The world can be a stressful place, especially for children, and one way to help them process it is through poetry. Whether teaching children to be mindful, helping them explore their emotions or to appreciate nature, poetry opens a safe world for children to heal, grow and learn. Use this list of books as a starting point to teaching your children a bit about themselves and the wonders of the world around them.
My Thoughts Are Clouds: Poems for Mindfulness by Georgia Heard
The world today can be a stressful place, particularly for children. This book…
Want to bring the flavors of Southeast Asia to your home tonight? Borrow one of these cookbooks to do just that! From traditional to modern and even vegan options there is sure to be a recipe for everyone.
Lemongrass and lime by Leah Cohen
Growing up half-Filipino, Leah Cohen never thought food from her mother's side would become her life's work. But after working in Michelin-starred restaurants and then competing on Top Chef, Cohen was still searching to define what made her food hers. She found the answer in Vietnam, Thailand, Myanmar, Singapore, Indonesia, and yes, the…
10 Days in a Madhouse by Nellie Bly
This author broke ground on at least 2 levels: she became a news reporter, and she did personal research by checking herself into a ‘madhouse’ as an inmate to do a tell-all article; both feats were unheard of in her time.
Library on Wheels: Mary Lemist TItcomb and America’s First Bookmobile by Sharlee Glenn
Once upon a time… there was a fascinating woman who came up with a way to transport books to the people who needed them. This book is all about her.
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