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Best Children's Books 2017

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Our favorite books for kids published in 2017.

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25 items

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Out of Wonder

Out of Wonder

Poems Celebrating Poets

by Alexander, Kwame

Book - 2017

Twenty poems celebrate twenty legendary poets in their own style; vibrant collage illustrations add to the book's joyful tribute to the power of poetry. Ages 8 - 12. Twenty poems celebrate twenty legendary poets in their own style; vibrant collage illustrations add to the book's joyful tribute to the power of poetry. Ages 8 - 12. Show less

Twenty poems celebrate twenty legendary poets in their own style; vibrant collage illustrations add to the book's joyful tribute to the power of poetry. Ages 8 - 12. Twenty poems celebrate twenty legendary poets in their own style; vibrant collage illustrations add to the book's joyful tribute to the power of poetry. Ages 8 - 12. Show less

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Wishtree

Wishtree

by Applegate, Katherine

Book - 2017

Narrated by the neighborhood oak tree, this tender, graceful story follows Muslim immigrant Samar as she wishes for a friend to ease her loneliness. Ages 8 - 12. Narrated by the neighborhood oak tree, this tender, graceful story follows Muslim immigrant Samar as she wishes for a friend to ease her loneliness. Ages 8 - 12. Show less

Narrated by the neighborhood oak tree, this tender, graceful story follows Muslim immigrant Samar as she wishes for a friend to ease her loneliness. Ages 8 - 12. Narrated by the neighborhood oak tree, this tender, graceful story follows Muslim immigrant Samar as she wishes for a friend to ease her loneliness. Ages 8 - 12. Show less

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Grand Canyon

Grand Canyon

by Chin, Jason

Book - 2017

A father-daughter hike through the Grand Canyon provides the backdrop for this fascinating look into the region's geology and natural history. Spectacular, photo-real illustrations make the information easily digestible. Ages 7 - 12. A father-daughter hike through the Grand Canyon provides the backdrop for this fascinating look into the region's geology and natural history. Spectacular, photo-real illustrations make the information easily digestible. Ages 7 - 12. Show less

A father-daughter hike through the Grand Canyon provides the backdrop for this fascinating look into the region's geology and natural history. Spectacular, photo-real illustrations make the information easily digestible. Ages 7 - 12. A father-daughter hike through the Grand Canyon provides the backdrop for this fascinating look into the region's geology and natural history. Spectacular, photo-real illustrations make the information easily digestible. Ages 7 - 12. Show less

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She Persisted

She Persisted

13 American Women Who Changed the World

by Clinton, Chelsea

Book - 2017

Delicate watercolors accompany short, engaging profiles of thirteen American women, from activist Rosa Parks to pioneering physician Virginia Apgar and Supreme Court Justice Sonia Sotomayor. Ages 4 - 8. Delicate watercolors accompany short, engaging profiles of thirteen American women, from activist Rosa Parks to pioneering physician Virginia Apgar and Supreme Court Justice Sonia Sotomayor. Ages 4 - 8. Show less

Delicate watercolors accompany short, engaging profiles of thirteen American women, from activist Rosa Parks to pioneering physician Virginia Apgar and Supreme Court Justice Sonia Sotomayor. Ages 4 - 8. Delicate watercolors accompany short, engaging profiles of thirteen American women, from activist Rosa Parks to pioneering physician Virginia Apgar and Supreme Court Justice Sonia Sotomayor. Ages 4 - 8. Show less

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Big Cat, Little Cat

Big Cat, Little Cat

by Cooper, Elisha

Book - 2017

A big cat welcomes a little cat to the family, teaching him "how to be." When the big cat has to go and doesn't return, the little cat and family share their grief. Bold, simple illustrations accompany this gentle, moving story. Ages 3 - 5. A big cat welcomes a little cat to the family, teaching him "how to be." When the big cat has to go and doesn't return, the little cat and family share their grief. Bold, simple illustrations accompany this gentle, moving story. Ages 3 - 5. Show less

A big cat welcomes a little cat to the family, teaching him "how to be." When the big cat has to go and doesn't return, the little cat and family share their grief. Bold, simple illustrations accompany this gentle, moving story. Ages 3 - 5. A big cat welcomes a little cat to the family, teaching him "how to be." When the big cat has to go and doesn't return, the little cat and family share their grief. Bold, simple illustrations accompany this gentle, moving story. Ages 3 - 5. Show less

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Wolf in the Snow

Wolf in the Snow

by Cordell, Matthew

Book - 2017

In this nearly wordless book, a child and a wolf cub are separated from their families during a blizzard. Cordell fills his sketchy pen and ink drawings with detail and emotion. Ages 4 - 8. In this nearly wordless book, a child and a wolf cub are separated from their families during a blizzard. Cordell fills his sketchy pen and ink drawings with detail and emotion. Ages 4 - 8. Show less

In this nearly wordless book, a child and a wolf cub are separated from their families during a blizzard. Cordell fills his sketchy pen and ink drawings with detail and emotion. Ages 4 - 8. In this nearly wordless book, a child and a wolf cub are separated from their families during a blizzard. Cordell fills his sketchy pen and ink drawings with detail and emotion. Ages 4 - 8. Show less

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The Legend of Rock Paper Scissors

The Legend of Rock Paper Scissors

by Daywalt, Drew

Book - 2017

Renowned warriors Rock, Paper, and Scissors seek opponents who can equal them in this hilarious, bombastic origin story. Rich colors, expressive faces, and comic book-like text combine for a perfect read-aloud. Ages 4 - 10. Renowned warriors Rock, Paper, and Scissors seek opponents who can equal them in this hilarious, bombastic origin story. Rich colors, expressive faces, and comic book-like text combine for a perfect read-aloud. Ages 4 - 10. Show less

Renowned warriors Rock, Paper, and Scissors seek opponents who can equal them in this hilarious, bombastic origin story. Rich colors, expressive faces, and comic book-like text combine for a perfect read-aloud. Ages 4 - 10. Renowned warriors Rock, Paper, and Scissors seek opponents who can equal them in this hilarious, bombastic origin story. Rich colors, expressive faces, and comic book-like text combine for a perfect read-aloud. Ages 4 - 10. Show less

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Star-crossed

by Dee, Barbara

Book - 2017

When Liam drops out and Mattie takes his place as Romeo in the middle school's production of Romeo and Juliet, she develops a crush on the girl playing Juliet. A sweet, breezy middle school romance with just a hint of star-crossed love. Ages 9 -13. When Liam drops out and Mattie takes his place as Romeo in the middle school's production of Romeo and Juliet, she develops a crush on the girl playing Juliet. A sweet, breezy middle school romance with just a hint of star-crossed love. Ages 9 -13. Show less

When Liam drops out and Mattie takes his place as Romeo in the middle school's production of Romeo and Juliet, she develops a crush on the girl playing Juliet. A sweet, breezy middle school romance with just a hint of star-crossed love. Ages 9 -13. When Liam drops out and Mattie takes his place as Romeo in the middle school's production of Romeo and Juliet, she develops a crush on the girl playing Juliet. A sweet, breezy middle school romance with just a hint of star-crossed love. Ages 9 -13. Show less

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The Rooster Who Would Not Be Quiet!

The Rooster Who Would Not Be Quiet!

by Deedy, Carmen Agra

Book - 2017

In the too-quiet village of La Paz, a rooster sings in the face increasingly serious punishments. Colorful mixed-media illustrations showcase the rooster's irrepressible joy. Ages 4 - 8. In the too-quiet village of La Paz, a rooster sings in the face increasingly serious punishments. Colorful mixed-media illustrations showcase the rooster's irrepressible joy. Ages 4 - 8. Show less

In the too-quiet village of La Paz, a rooster sings in the face increasingly serious punishments. Colorful mixed-media illustrations showcase the rooster's irrepressible joy. Ages 4 - 8. In the too-quiet village of La Paz, a rooster sings in the face increasingly serious punishments. Colorful mixed-media illustrations showcase the rooster's irrepressible joy. Ages 4 - 8. Show less

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Windows

Windows

by Denos, Julia

Book - 2017

On an evening walk, a child observes life going on in the illuminated neighborhood windows. Luminous, detailed illustrations depict the busy variety of urban life. Ages 3 - 6. On an evening walk, a child observes life going on in the illuminated neighborhood windows. Luminous, detailed illustrations depict the busy variety of urban life. Ages 3 - 6. Show less

On an evening walk, a child observes life going on in the illuminated neighborhood windows. Luminous, detailed illustrations depict the busy variety of urban life. Ages 3 - 6. On an evening walk, a child observes life going on in the illuminated neighborhood windows. Luminous, detailed illustrations depict the busy variety of urban life. Ages 3 - 6. Show less

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Moto and Me

Moto and Me

My Year as A Wildcat's Foster Mom

by Eszterhas, Suzi

Book - 2017

Wildlife photographer Eszterhaus documents her year fostering a baby serval at a bush camp in the Masai Mara. The text is both informative and tender, but the incredible photos of Moto growing up make Moto and Me irresistable. Ages 5 - 10. Wildlife photographer Eszterhaus documents her year fostering a baby serval at a bush camp in the Masai Mara. The text is both informative and tender, but the incredible photos of Moto growing up make Moto and Me irresistable. Ages 5 - 10. Show less

Wildlife photographer Eszterhaus documents her year fostering a baby serval at a bush camp in the Masai Mara. The text is both informative and tender, but the incredible photos of Moto growing up make Moto and Me irresistable. Ages 5 - 10. Wildlife photographer Eszterhaus documents her year fostering a baby serval at a bush camp in the Masai Mara. The text is both informative and tender, but the incredible photos of Moto growing up make Moto and Me irresistable. Ages 5 - 10. Show less

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When's My Birthday?

When's My Birthday?

by Fogliano, Julie

Book - 2017

A rhythmic, playful text wonders "when's my birthday/where's my birthday?" Whimsical collage illustrations play with scale and perspective, capturing just how large birthdays can loom. Ages 2 - 6. A rhythmic, playful text wonders "when's my birthday/where's my birthday?" Whimsical collage illustrations play with scale and perspective, capturing just how large birthdays can loom. Ages 2 - 6. Show less

A rhythmic, playful text wonders "when's my birthday/where's my birthday?" Whimsical collage illustrations play with scale and perspective, capturing just how large birthdays can loom. Ages 2 - 6. A rhythmic, playful text wonders "when's my birthday/where's my birthday?" Whimsical collage illustrations play with scale and perspective, capturing just how large birthdays can loom. Ages 2 - 6. Show less

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Scar Island

Scar Island

by Gemeinhart, Dan

Book - 2017

When the sadistic staff at the Slabhenge Reformatory School for Troubled Boys are struck by lightning, the students run wild until another brutal authority emerges. Fast-paced adventure paired with a story of redemption. Ages 8 - 12. When the sadistic staff at the Slabhenge Reformatory School for Troubled Boys are struck by lightning, the students run wild until another brutal authority emerges. Fast-paced adventure paired with a story of redemption. Ages 8 - 12. Show less

When the sadistic staff at the Slabhenge Reformatory School for Troubled Boys are struck by lightning, the students run wild until another brutal authority emerges. Fast-paced adventure paired with a story of redemption. Ages 8 - 12. When the sadistic staff at the Slabhenge Reformatory School for Troubled Boys are struck by lightning, the students run wild until another brutal authority emerges. Fast-paced adventure paired with a story of redemption. Ages 8 - 12. Show less

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Real Friends

Real Friends

by Hale, Shannon

Book - 2017

Hale's graphic memoir about bullying and friendship is nuanced and sympathetic - even to the bullies. Pham's cheerful, expressive illustrations add another layer of emotion. Ages 8 - 12. Hale's graphic memoir about bullying and friendship is nuanced and sympathetic - even to the bullies. Pham's cheerful, expressive illustrations add another layer of emotion. Ages 8 - 12. Show less

Hale's graphic memoir about bullying and friendship is nuanced and sympathetic - even to the bullies. Pham's cheerful, expressive illustrations add another layer of emotion. Ages 8 - 12. Hale's graphic memoir about bullying and friendship is nuanced and sympathetic - even to the bullies. Pham's cheerful, expressive illustrations add another layer of emotion. Ages 8 - 12. Show less

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The Good for Nothing Button!

The Good for Nothing Button!

by Harper, Charise Mericle

Easy Reader - 2017

Red Bird, Yellow Bird, and Blue Bird play with a button that does nothing - or does it? A smart and silly book for beginning readers. Ages 4 - 7. Red Bird, Yellow Bird, and Blue Bird play with a button that does nothing - or does it? A smart and silly book for beginning readers. Ages 4 - 7. Show less

Red Bird, Yellow Bird, and Blue Bird play with a button that does nothing - or does it? A smart and silly book for beginning readers. Ages 4 - 7. Red Bird, Yellow Bird, and Blue Bird play with a button that does nothing - or does it? A smart and silly book for beginning readers. Ages 4 - 7. Show less

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Egg

Egg

by Henkes, Kevin

Book - 2017

Four eggs hatch to reveal three birds and one surprise. A pastel palette and simple but unexpected text make for a gentle but thoughtful read. Ages 3 - 8. Four eggs hatch to reveal three birds and one surprise. A pastel palette and simple but unexpected text make for a gentle but thoughtful read. Ages 3 - 8. Show less

Four eggs hatch to reveal three birds and one surprise. A pastel palette and simple but unexpected text make for a gentle but thoughtful read. Ages 3 - 8. Four eggs hatch to reveal three birds and one surprise. A pastel palette and simple but unexpected text make for a gentle but thoughtful read. Ages 3 - 8. Show less

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All's Faire in Middle School

All's Faire in Middle School

by Jamieson, Victoria

Book - 2017

Homeschooler Imogene is starting middle school but growing up at the local Renaissance Fair hasn't prepared her for classes, cliques, and crushes. Cartoon art and a painfully real depiction of adolescence star in this warm-hearted tale. Ages 9 - 13. Homeschooler Imogene is starting middle school but growing up at the local Renaissance Fair hasn't prepared her for classes, cliques, and crushes. Cartoon art and a painfully real depiction of adolescence star in this warm-hearted tale. Ages 9 - 13. Show less

Homeschooler Imogene is starting middle school but growing up at the local Renaissance Fair hasn't prepared her for classes, cliques, and crushes. Cartoon art and a painfully real depiction of adolescence star in this warm-hearted tale. Ages 9 - 13. Homeschooler Imogene is starting middle school but growing up at the local Renaissance Fair hasn't prepared her for classes, cliques, and crushes. Cartoon art and a painfully real depiction of adolescence star in this warm-hearted tale. Ages 9 - 13. Show less

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Shark Lady

Shark Lady

The True Story of How Eugenie Clark Became the Ocean's Most Fearless Scientist

by Keating, Jess

Book - 2017

Bright and energetic illustrations enliven this inspiring biography of scientist Eugenie Clark, who overcame discrimination and doubt to become a pioneering ichthyologist. Ages 5 - 9. Bright and energetic illustrations enliven this inspiring biography of scientist Eugenie Clark, who overcame discrimination and doubt to become a pioneering ichthyologist. Ages 5 - 9. Show less

Bright and energetic illustrations enliven this inspiring biography of scientist Eugenie Clark, who overcame discrimination and doubt to become a pioneering ichthyologist. Ages 5 - 9. Bright and energetic illustrations enliven this inspiring biography of scientist Eugenie Clark, who overcame discrimination and doubt to become a pioneering ichthyologist. Ages 5 - 9. Show less

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Lost and Found Cat

Lost and Found Cat

The True Story of Kunkush's Incredible Journey

by Kuntz, Doug

Book - 2017

A refugee family and their beloved cat are separated during the family's flight from Iraq and reunited thousands of miles later. Based on a true story, this is a hopeful and heartwarming introduction to the refugee experience. Ages 4 - 8. A refugee family and their beloved cat are separated during the family's flight from Iraq and reunited thousands of miles later. Based on a true story, this is a hopeful and heartwarming introduction to the refugee experience. Ages 4 - 8. Show less

A refugee family and their beloved cat are separated during the family's flight from Iraq and reunited thousands of miles later. Based on a true story, this is a hopeful and heartwarming introduction to the refugee experience. Ages 4 - 8. A refugee family and their beloved cat are separated during the family's flight from Iraq and reunited thousands of miles later. Based on a true story, this is a hopeful and heartwarming introduction to the refugee experience. Ages 4 - 8. Show less

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Train I Ride

Train I Ride

by Mosier, Paul

Book - 2017

On a cross-country train trip to stay with a great-uncle she's never met, green-haired, cynical, almost teenaged Rydr grapples with her harrowing past and bonds with a cast of memorable characters. Ages 10 and up. On a cross-country train trip to stay with a great-uncle she's never met, green-haired, cynical, almost teenaged Rydr grapples with her harrowing past and bonds with a cast of memorable characters. Ages 10 and up. Show less

On a cross-country train trip to stay with a great-uncle she's never met, green-haired, cynical, almost teenaged Rydr grapples with her harrowing past and bonds with a cast of memorable characters. Ages 10 and up. On a cross-country train trip to stay with a great-uncle she's never met, green-haired, cynical, almost teenaged Rydr grapples with her harrowing past and bonds with a cast of memorable characters. Ages 10 and up. Show less

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A Different Pond

A Different Pond

by Phi, Bao

Book - 2017

A Vietnamese-American boy and his immigrant father wake in the early hours of the morning to fish for the family's dinner. A gentle and deceptively simple look at family and memory. Ages 5 - 8. A Vietnamese-American boy and his immigrant father wake in the early hours of the morning to fish for the family's dinner. A gentle and deceptively simple look at family and memory. Ages 5 - 8. Show less

A Vietnamese-American boy and his immigrant father wake in the early hours of the morning to fish for the family's dinner. A gentle and deceptively simple look at family and memory. Ages 5 - 8. A Vietnamese-American boy and his immigrant father wake in the early hours of the morning to fish for the family's dinner. A gentle and deceptively simple look at family and memory. Ages 5 - 8. Show less

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The Three Billy Goats Gruff

The Three Billy Goats Gruff

by Pinkney, Jerry

Book - 2017

Creative layouts, lively watercolor illustrations, and one truly terrible troll invigorate Pinkney's re-telling of this classic folktale. Ages 4 - 8. Creative layouts, lively watercolor illustrations, and one truly terrible troll invigorate Pinkney's re-telling of this classic folktale. Ages 4 - 8. Show less

Creative layouts, lively watercolor illustrations, and one truly terrible troll invigorate Pinkney's re-telling of this classic folktale. Ages 4 - 8. Creative layouts, lively watercolor illustrations, and one truly terrible troll invigorate Pinkney's re-telling of this classic folktale. Ages 4 - 8. Show less

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Orphan Island

Orphan Island

by Snyder, Laurel

Book - 2017

Each year, a new child comes to Orphan Island and the oldest one leaves, maintaining the idyllic island's balance - until Jinny breaks a primary rule. Unique and clearly envisioned characters populate this elegant, engrossing tale. Ages 8 - 12. Each year, a new child comes to Orphan Island and the oldest one leaves, maintaining the idyllic island's balance - until Jinny breaks a primary rule. Unique and clearly envisioned characters populate this elegant, engrossing tale. Ages 8 - 12. Show less

Each year, a new child comes to Orphan Island and the oldest one leaves, maintaining the idyllic island's balance - until Jinny breaks a primary rule. Unique and clearly envisioned characters populate this elegant, engrossing tale. Ages 8 - 12. Each year, a new child comes to Orphan Island and the oldest one leaves, maintaining the idyllic island's balance - until Jinny breaks a primary rule. Unique and clearly envisioned characters populate this elegant, engrossing tale. Ages 8 - 12. Show less

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Clayton Byrd Goes Underground

Clayton Byrd Goes Underground

by Williams-Garcia, Rita

Book - 2017

When his beloved grandpa, a blues musician, dies suddenly, and his mother forbids him from playing the blues, Clayton runs away to find his grandpa's band. Appealing characters, vivid settings, and an honest portrayal of grief. Ages 8 - 12. When his beloved grandpa, a blues musician, dies suddenly, and his mother forbids him from playing the blues, Clayton runs away to find his grandpa's band. Appealing characters, vivid settings, and an honest portrayal of grief. Ages 8 - 12. Show less

When his beloved grandpa, a blues musician, dies suddenly, and his mother forbids him from playing the blues, Clayton runs away to find his grandpa's band. Appealing characters, vivid settings, and an honest portrayal of grief. Ages 8 - 12. When his beloved grandpa, a blues musician, dies suddenly, and his mother forbids him from playing the blues, Clayton runs away to find his grandpa's band. Appealing characters, vivid settings, and an honest portrayal of grief. Ages 8 - 12. Show less

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Beyond the Bright Sea

Beyond the Bright Sea

by Wolk, Lauren

Book - 2017

As a baby, Crow washed up on an island off the Massachusetts coast. Now 12, she's determined to figure out the truth of her birth. Wolk combines mystery, adventure, and historical fiction in this lyrical story about family. Ages 9 and up. As a baby, Crow washed up on an island off the Massachusetts coast. Now 12, she's determined to figure out the truth of her birth. Wolk combines mystery, adventure, and historical fiction in this lyrical story about family. Ages 9 and up. Show less

As a baby, Crow washed up on an island off the Massachusetts coast. Now 12, she's determined to figure out the truth of her birth. Wolk combines mystery, adventure, and historical fiction in this lyrical story about family. Ages 9 and up. As a baby, Crow washed up on an island off the Massachusetts coast. Now 12, she's determined to figure out the truth of her birth. Wolk combines mystery, adventure, and historical fiction in this lyrical story about family. Ages 9 and up. Show less

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