• Say Something! by Peter H. Reynolds. District-wide, PK-12th Grade.

If you have a brilliant idea, say something. If you see an injustice, say something. This empowering picture book explores the many ways that a single voice can make a difference. 

• City Green by DyAnne DiSalvo-Ryan. PK-4th Grade.

Right in the middle of Marcy's city block is a vacant lot. Marcy has a great idea and with the help of her community decides to clean up the empty lot and turn it into a community garden. 

Grades 5-8 (3 Choices)

• The Do More Club by Dana Kramaroff. 5-8th Grade.

Five students are stuck together doing community service. Then they meet someone who truly needs their help, and they must decide whether they are each willing to expose their own secrets to help. Graphic Novel. 

• Invisible by Christina Diaz Gonzalez. 5-8th Grade.

Xiomara pours her innermost self into poems and dreams of competing in poetry slams, a passion she's certain her conservative Dominican parents will never accept.  The free verse format gives Xiomara's coming-of-age story an undeniable pull, its emotionally charged bluntness reflecting her determination and strength. 

• New From Here by Kelly Yang. 5-8th Grade.

When the coronavirus hits Hong Kong, Knox moves to California. As racism skyrockets during COVID-19, Knox tries to stand up to hate, while finding his place in his new country. Realistic Fiction. 

Grades 9-12 (3 Choices)

• Scythe by Neal Shusterman. 9-12th Grade.

A world with no hunger, no disease, no war, no death. Citra and Rowan are chosen to be apprentices to a scythe--a role that neither wants. Dystopian/Sci-Fi. 

• Promise Boys by Nick Brooks. 9-12th Grade.

The principal of a prestigious prep school has been murdered. The 3 young student suspects must become quick allies as they race to investigate the case and attempt to clear their names. Mystery/Suspense. 

• The Education of Margot Sanchez by Lilliam Rivera. 9-12th Grade.

Margot is disappointed to be spending her summer working in her family's grocery store. Over the summer, Margot learns the value of real friendship and begins to see her Puerto Rican heritage in a different light. Realistic Fiction.