Awards

Winner of the Scott O'Dell Award Five Starred Reviews!A New York Public Library Best Book for Kids, 2016 Grown-ups lie. That's one truth Beans knows for sure. He and his gang know how to spot a whopper a mile away, because they are the savviest bunch of...

The Newbery Honor Award Winner and New York Times bestseller Roller Girl is a heartwarming graphic novel about friendship and surviving junior high through the power of roller derby--perfect for fans of Raina Telgemeier's Smile! For most of her twelve...

A stunning picture book about the power of hope. A lonely little kitten wanders into a dull, gray station, full of dull, gray people. Her colorful fur and bright green eyes bring warmth and life to this weary place, and soon people begin to notice the...

Kirkus Best Books of the YearJane Addams Children's Book Award Finalist2024 Freeman Book AwardsHorn Book Fanfare***Three starred reviews*** A child and her family take in refugees during the Korean War in this poignant picture book about courage and what...

When an Iraqi family is forced to flee their home, they can't bear to leave their beloved cat, Kunkush, behind. So they carry him with them from Iraq to Greece, keeping their secret passenger hidden away. But during the crowded boat crossing to Greece,...

Delve into complex and thought-provoking narratives with the Panda Awards Mature Nominees Book Bundle. Presented by the International School of Beijing, the Panda Awards honor exceptional books that challenge mature readers with compelling stories,...

Explore captivating and thought-provoking stories with the Panda Awards Older Year Nominees Book Bundle. Hosted by the International School of Beijing, the Panda Awards recognize exceptional books that inspire young readers to engage with complex themes,...

Uncover the power of storytelling with the Panda Awards Middle Year Novel Nominees Book Bundle. Hosted by the International School of Beijing, the Panda Awards celebrate books that engage young readers and inspire them to think critically while promoting...

Dive into the dynamic world of graphic storytelling with the Panda Awards Middle Year Graphic Novel Nominees Book Bundle. Hosted by the International School of Beijing, the Panda Awards recognize books that inspire young readers through engaging...

Explore the world of exceptional stories with the Panda Awards Younger Nominees Book Bundle. The Panda Awards, hosted by the International School of Beijing, celebrate books that inspire young readers, sparking creativity, empathy, and a love of learning...

Organized by the International School of Beijing, the Panda Awards recognize outstanding books that foster a love for reading and global awareness among young learners. The Early Year Nominees are carefully selected for their ability to engage young...

It's the fear of every student at Greenwood School for the Performing Arts: becoming a washed-out performer who couldn't make it big. And Claire's no Rocky Wong, the ace pianist at their boarding school. Then Dr. Li shows up. She's like no other teacher...

It's the fear of every student at Greenwood School for the Performing Arts: becoming a washed-out performer who couldn't make it big. And Claire's no Rocky Wong, the ace pianist at their boarding school. Then Dr. Li shows up. She's like no other teacher...

Did you know that there are animals that are completely transparent? That some tube worms live for 1,000 years? That the Pigbutt Worm is also known as the "Flying Buttocks"? Or that there is a type of sea cucumber that is nicknamed "the headless chicken...

Creative young children will see themselves and the world around them in a fresh light in this charming story about an artistic soul. Through setbacks and triumphs, our young hero adds color and life to a drab gray city, bringing beauty to those who live...

In the hidden desert city of Qalia, there is secret spice magic that awakens the affinities of those who drink the misra tea. Sixteen-year-old Imani has the affinity for iron and is able to wield a dagger like no other warrior. She has garnered the...

In the hidden desert city of Qalia, there is secret spice magic that awakens the affinities of those who drink the misra tea. Sixteen-year-old Imani has the affinity for iron and is able to wield a dagger like no other warrior. She has garnered the...