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Award Winners
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American Library Association Youth Media Awards
Randolph Caldecott MedalTheodor Seuss Geisel Award
John Newbery Medal
Early Literacy and Beginning Reading
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Family Favorites
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Books About Bullying
Picture books, easy readers, fiction, and nonfiction books about bullying, teasing, and conflict resolution.
Getting Ready for Kindergarten
Picture books for children and non-fiction for parents about education, learning, and the school experience.
Let's Potty!
Fiction and nonfiction books, videos, DVDs, and a selection of books about toilet training for children with special needs.
My New Baby
Fiction, easy fiction, and nonfiction books about welcoming a new baby to the family.
Genres by Grade
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United States Historical Fiction
Readalikes
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Diary of a Wimpy Kid Readalikes
If you liked following the humorous adventures of middle-schooler Greg Heffley in the Wimpy Kid books, try these.
Harry Potter Readalikes
After you've finished the Harry Potter books, hold on to the magic with these great series.
The Hunger Games Readalikes
If you liked The Hunger Games trilogy, try one of these dystopian thrillers..
NoveList K-8 Plus
A guide to fiction books for kids and students. Find your favorite books and series or discover something new by searching for similar authors, subjects, or award-winning titles.
Special Collections for Kids
Special Formats and World Languages
Youth materials in unique formats such as puppet/book sets, adapted books, video games, early literacy materials; and items available in other languages.
Staff Picks
BookMatch Kids
Answer a few simple questions and see a list of books recommended just for you!
Kid's Books We Love
Book reviews written by Youth Services staff.
UNDER the COVER: Book Reviews by Teens
Book reviews written by Skokie middle school students.
Voice of Youth Award (VOYA)
Catalog Browse
VOYA-nominated titles available for checkout in print, audio, and digital formats.
Master List
Alphabetical list of all VOYA-nominated titles to date.
