New Titles

This skirt won't work! : how women athletes changed their clothes and changed the game

Cooper, Jennifer, 1981-


"Ages 4 and up"--Dust jacket. Booklist, November 2025. Bulletin (Center for Children's Books), November 2025. Kirkus Review, November 2025. School Library Journal, October 2025. "Here's a look at five women and two women's teams who dared to make a change, flouting convention and risking scandal to wear things they could move in. They sewed their own knickerbockers, shortened skirts, and donned sleek swimsuits, and in the process helped changed society's ideasabout what women and girls could wear--and do"--Provided by publisher.
Date Published:2026

"Ages 4 and up"--Dust jacket. Booklist, November 2025. Bulletin (Center for Children's Books), November 2025. Kirkus Review, November 2025. School Library Journal, October 2025. "Here's a look at five women and two women's teams who dared to make a change, flouting convention and risking scandal to wear things they could move in. They sewed their own knickerbockers, shortened skirts, and donned sleek swimsuits, and in the process helped changed society's ideasabout what women and girls could wear--and do"--Provided by publisher.

Date Published:2026

Ruby Bridges

Magoon, Kekla


"Inspired by She persisted by Chelsea Clinton and Alexandra Boiger." From the family farm to the big city -- An important test -- The first day of school -- A classroom for one -- Following Ruby's lead -- The power of children. School Library Journal, October2021. "A chapter book biography of Ruby Bridges, part of the She Persisted series"--Provided by publisher.
Date Published:2021

Nyjah Huston : skateboard superstar

Chandler, Matt,


Golden boy -- Raised on a board -- Dominating the X games -- Family struggles -- A rocky return -- World skateboarding champion. "A unique childhood gave Nyjah Huston a unique outlook. Growing up in California and Puerto Rico, Huston started skateboarding when he was just four years old. By age 11, he was competing in the X Games and shocking the skateboarding world with his wild boardslides. Learn how the small kid with the big dreadlocks grew into the highest-paid skateboarder in the world"--
Date Published:2021

Golden boy -- Raised on a board -- Dominating the X games -- Family struggles -- A rocky return -- World skateboarding champion. "A unique childhood gave Nyjah Huston a unique outlook. Growing up in California and Puerto Rico, Huston started skateboarding when he was just four years old. By age 11, he was competing in the X Games and shocking the skateboarding world with his wild boardslides. Learn how the small kid with the big dreadlocks grew into the highest-paid skateboarder in the world"--

Date Published:2021

Luka DoncIÌ€c : basketball star

Chandler, Matt,


"Slovenian basketball star Luka DoncIÌ€c's talent was obvious from an early age. He went from playing in the EuroLeague to the NBA all by the young age of 19. Readers will learn about his struggles and successes on his way to becoming a star player and the NBA Rookie of the Year!"--
Date Published:2022

Wayne Gretzky vs. Alex Ovechkin : hockey legends face off

Smith, Elliott, 1976-


"Wayne Gretzky and Alex Ovechkin are hockey superstars! Between the two, Gretzky has the most career points, but Ovechkin has more game-winning goals. So which one is the all-time best? Young readers can decide for themselves by comparing the fantastic feats and stunning stats of two legendary pro hockey players"--
Date Published:2025

Jason Kelce : gridiron great

Van Cleave, Ryan G., 1972-


The underdogs -- Chapter One: Brother brawls and Cleveland Heights -- Chapter Two: University of Cincinnati -- Chapter Three: Life in the NFL -- Chapter Four: Super Bowl glory -- Chapter Five: Future beyond football. "Jason Kelce was a walk-on player for the University of Cincinnati Bearcats football team, where he played multiple positions. He was selected by the Philadelphia Eagles in the sixth round of the 2011 NFL Draft. Kelce wasn't as big as most centers, but he was fast and determined. His incredible work ethic and heartfelt passion have made Kelce a legend on and off the football field. Follow his inspirational path to becoming an NFL great"--
Date Published:2025

The underdogs -- Chapter One: Brother brawls and Cleveland Heights -- Chapter Two: University of Cincinnati -- Chapter Three: Life in the NFL -- Chapter Four: Super Bowl glory -- Chapter Five: Future beyond football. "Jason Kelce was a walk-on player for the University of Cincinnati Bearcats football team, where he played multiple positions. He was selected by the Philadelphia Eagles in the sixth round of the 2011 NFL Draft. Kelce wasn't as big as most centers, but he was fast and determined. His incredible work ethic and heartfelt passion have made Kelce a legend on and off the football field. Follow his inspirational path to becoming an NFL great"--

Date Published:2025

Russell Wilson : football powerhouse

Chandler, Matt,


"It didn't take long for quarterback Russell Wilson to make a name for himself in the NFL. In just his second season, he led the Seattle Seahawks to a Super Bowl win. In 2020, he became one of just three quarterbacks in NFL history to throw 30 or more touchdowns four seasons in a row. Get all the details about Wilson's incredible career"--
Date Published:2023

Joel Embiid : basketball star shooter

Kim, Cheryl,


Introduction: a long-awaited debut -- Discovered -- Path to the NBA -- Trusting the process -- Making history -- Beyond the courts. "Joel Embiid started playing basketball in his home country of Cameroon at age 15. He soon moved to the U.S. to play basketball and went on to become a star high school player. Embiid made his NBA debut in 2016 and was named to the All-Star Game in 2018. That same year, he became one of just seven players with 2,000 points, 1,000 rebounds, and 200 blocks in his first 100 games. Discover how Embiid overcame injuries to become one of NBA's brightest stars"--
Date Published:2023

Introduction: a long-awaited debut -- Discovered -- Path to the NBA -- Trusting the process -- Making history -- Beyond the courts. "Joel Embiid started playing basketball in his home country of Cameroon at age 15. He soon moved to the U.S. to play basketball and went on to become a star high school player. Embiid made his NBA debut in 2016 and was named to the All-Star Game in 2018. That same year, he became one of just seven players with 2,000 points, 1,000 rebounds, and 200 blocks in his first 100 games. Discover how Embiid overcame injuries to become one of NBA's brightest stars"--

Date Published:2023

Lewis Hamilton : racing to the top

Van Cleave, Ryan G., 1972-


Chapter one: A speedy start -- Chapter two: A rising star -- Chapter three: Racing to the top -- Chapter four: Making a difference -- Chapter five: Powerful beyond measure -- Timeline. "Lewis Hamilton was just 23 years old when he won his first Formula One World Championship title. He's added six more to his name since then. He holds records for podium finishes, pole positions, and more. Hamilton was the first Black F1 driver in history. He's faced racism. He's faced bullying. But he continues to rise to the challenge. Follow Hamilton's road to success in this gripping biography"--
Date Published:2025

Chapter one: A speedy start -- Chapter two: A rising star -- Chapter three: Racing to the top -- Chapter four: Making a difference -- Chapter five: Powerful beyond measure -- Timeline. "Lewis Hamilton was just 23 years old when he won his first Formula One World Championship title. He's added six more to his name since then. He holds records for podium finishes, pole positions, and more. Hamilton was the first Black F1 driver in history. He's faced racism. He's faced bullying. But he continues to rise to the challenge. Follow Hamilton's road to success in this gripping biography"--

Date Published:2025

Serena Williams vs. Venus Williams : tennis legends face off

Bischer, Karen,


Tennis legends face off! -- WTA number 1 rankings -- Match win streaks -- Fastest serves -- Most aces in a year -- Major tournament wins -- Grand slam double bagels -- Olympic medals -- Lowest seeding wins -- Career records -- Career earnings -- Awards -- Who is the best player? "Serena and Venus Williams are tennis superstars! Between the two, Serena has career aces, but Venus has clocked the fastest serve. So which one is the all-time best? Young readers can decide for themselves by comparing the fantastic feats and stunning stats of two of legendary pro tennis players"--
Date Published:2025

Tennis legends face off! -- WTA number 1 rankings -- Match win streaks -- Fastest serves -- Most aces in a year -- Major tournament wins -- Grand slam double bagels -- Olympic medals -- Lowest seeding wins -- Career records -- Career earnings -- Awards -- Who is the best player? "Serena and Venus Williams are tennis superstars! Between the two, Serena has career aces, but Venus has clocked the fastest serve. So which one is the all-time best? Young readers can decide for themselves by comparing the fantastic feats and stunning stats of two of legendary pro tennis players"--

Date Published:2025

Steve Austin vs. Dwayne Johnson : wrestling legends face off

Smith, Elliott, 1976-


All stats are current through 2023. Wrestling warriors face off! -- Height and weight -- Matches wrestled -- Finishing moves -- Top feuds -- Victories -- Tag team partners -- WrestleMania wins -- Titles won -- Catchphrases -- Entertainment -- Head-to-head -- Who is the best? "Steve Austin and Dwayne Johnson are wrestling superstars! Austin is famous for his amazing finishing move, but Johnson has more WWE titles. So which one is the all-time best? Young readers can decide for themselves by comparing the fantastic feats and stunning stats of two legendary pro wrestlers"--
Date Published:2025

All stats are current through 2023. Wrestling warriors face off! -- Height and weight -- Matches wrestled -- Finishing moves -- Top feuds -- Victories -- Tag team partners -- WrestleMania wins -- Titles won -- Catchphrases -- Entertainment -- Head-to-head -- Who is the best? "Steve Austin and Dwayne Johnson are wrestling superstars! Austin is famous for his amazing finishing move, but Johnson has more WWE titles. So which one is the all-time best? Young readers can decide for themselves by comparing the fantastic feats and stunning stats of two legendary pro wrestlers"--

Date Published:2025

Sue Bird vs. Candace Parker : basketball legends face off

Flynn, Brendan,


Basketball legends face off! -- Scoring -- Assists -- Rebounding -- Steals -- Blocked shots -- College careers -- Olympics -- WNBA championships -- All-Star games -- Playoffs -- Awards -- Who is the best? "Sue Bird and Candace Parker are basketball superstars! Between the two, Bird has more career points, but Parker has more points per game. So which one is the all-time best? Young readers can decide for themselves by comparing the fantastic feats and stunning stats of two legendary pro basketball players"--
Date Published:2025

Basketball legends face off! -- Scoring -- Assists -- Rebounding -- Steals -- Blocked shots -- College careers -- Olympics -- WNBA championships -- All-Star games -- Playoffs -- Awards -- Who is the best? "Sue Bird and Candace Parker are basketball superstars! Between the two, Bird has more career points, but Parker has more points per game. So which one is the all-time best? Young readers can decide for themselves by comparing the fantastic feats and stunning stats of two legendary pro basketball players"--

Date Published:2025

1939 World's Fair Freckle Queen : based on a true story

Pritchard, Jules,


Imagine being covered in frecklesâ€¦ and discovering they are what make you shine. Inspired by a true story, The 1939 Worldâ€™s Fair Freckle Queen is a heartwarming tale about confidence, courage, and learning that sometimes, the things we try to hide are actually the things that make us shine the brightest.
Date Published:2025