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American as Paneer Pie Readalikes for Younger Readers

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Archie celebrates Diwali Find in catalog Bindu’s bindis Find in catalog Bracelets for Bina’s brothers Find in catalog Home is in between Find in catalog Sugar in milk Find in catalog The Arabic quilt : an immigrant story Find in catalog The …

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The Paris Wife by Paula McLain
Book Club Kits for Adults

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Each kits contains 10 copies of the book and resources to get the most out of your discussions. Being Heumann : an unrepentant memoir of a disability rights activist Heumann, Judith Paralyzed from polio at eighteen months, Judy’s struggle for equality …

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Ghost Read-Alikes for Younger Readers

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The Fall 2018 Family Read Ghost by Jason Reynolds is recommended for students in grades 3-8. We want everyone to participate at the October 13 Field Day, so here’s a short list of suggested books for younger readers. Is the one you want checked out? Le …

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New Kid by Jerry Craft
Graphic Novels for Kids and Teens by BIPOC Authors

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Graphic novels for kids and teens by BIPOC authors.

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Interactive Books for all Readers!

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Do you know a reader who loves to play with their books? Suggest some of the titles below for anyone looking for a pop-up, lift-the-flap, peek-through, pull-and-slide, or upside-down book adventure! If you know of a book in our catalog that has an inte …

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Look Both Ways Read Alikes for Younger Readers

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Find some books for younger readers to participate in the Family Read!

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Lucky Broken Girl Read-Alikes for Younger Readers

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Find some books for younger readers to participate in the 2019 Winter Ypsi Family Read!

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Maizy Chen’s Last Chance Read Alikes for Younger Readers

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Find some books for younger readers to participate in the 2023 Family Read, Maizy Chen’s Last Chance by Lisa Yee.

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Picture books by Muslim Authors

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Thanks to the tireless work of Arab literature blogs and library blogs, we can offer you this list of picture books written by Muslim authors. This collection features Muslim children and their families. We hope these books will provide a deeper understanding of the Muslim American and global Muslim experience.

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The First Rule of Punk Read Alikes for Younger Readers

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Our Spring 2020 Family Read is The First Rule of Punk by Celiz C. Perez. It is perfect for grades 3-8. We want everyone to be part of the conversation. Checkout these related books to share with younger readers! A is for Activist Nagara, Innosanto Find …

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The Great American Read

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PBS’ The Great American Read chose these 100 novels as America’s favorites. Which one will be the winner?

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Nothing but Trouble: The Story of Althea Gibson, by Sue Stauffacher
The Parker Inheritance Read-Alikes for Younger Readers

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Our Fall 2019 Family Read selection is full of mysteries and local history. Younger readers can join the conversation with these picture books that touch on the same themes.

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Top Challenged Books of 2018

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A Day in the Life of Marlon Bundo Find in catalog Captain Underpants Find in catalog Drama Find in catalog George Find in catalog Skippyjon Jones Find in catalog The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian Find in catalog The Hate U Give Find in ca …

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Top Challenged Books of 2019

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A Day in the Life of Marlon Bundo Find in catalog And Tango Makes Three Find in catalog Beyond Magenta : Transgender Teens Speak Out Find in catalog Drama Find in catalog George Find in catalog Harry Potter (Series) Find in catalog I Am Jazz! Find in c …

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Women’s History Books

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This collection of books focuses on prominent women and female-centered movements throughout history.

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NYT Best Sellers

New York Times weekly lists

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AALBC.com is dedicated to books by or about people of African descent

ALA's Notable Books

Fiction, nonfiction, and poetry by year

National Education Association Booklists

NEA and compiled booklists

National Book Awards

Fiction, nonfiction, poetry, translated lit, and YA winners by year

Services

1000 Books Before Kindergarten

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Track your progress and earn stickers and prizes!

Ask a Librarian

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Call or Email our Librarians with Your Questions

Book Donations

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Donate books, support the library!

Book Groups

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Current monthly book groups at YDL

Family Read

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A Community Read for kids & families

Friends Book Shop & Sales

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Buy books, support the library!

Hand-Picked for You!

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Let library staff pick out some great new titles for you.

Kits for adults

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Multiple copies of great books with discussion prompts

Library Cards

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Roller Girl

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Hear members of the A2RD league read chapters of Roller Girl, the Newbery Award winning graphic novel by Victoria Jamieson, and get short skating lessons and safety tips.

Summer Challenge

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Read, Learn, Explore

Volunteer at the Friends Book Shop

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Sell books, support the library!

Resources

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Over 20,000 ebooks and journal articles on a variety of subjects. Formerly known as the NetLibrary collection.

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Download movies, television shows, music, comic books, eBooks, and eAudiobooks to your laptop or mobile device.

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A full-text database with information on thousands of authors and their works across literary disciplines and timeframes. LRC includes plot summaries, essays of literary criticism, biographies, book reviews, poems, short stories, and author interviews.

Michigan Authors & Illustrators
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Find biographical information about Michigan authors and illustrators of all genres and subjects.

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Find just the right book by subject, age, awards won, books made into movies, and more. Read reviews and learn about the author. Create your own reading wish list. Includes tools for teachers, such as Lexile levels and Common Core standards.

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Trusted source of read-alike recommendations to help kids and adults find books that are just right for their reading level and interest.

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Download ebooks, audiobooks, and magazines to your computer, tablet, phone, or eReader.

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Poetry & short story reference center
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Hundreds of thousands of poems, as well as short stories, biographies, and essays. Topics include the poetic forms, movements, and techniques.

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Basic grammar and reading tools and adapted reading material for English Language Learners.

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ReadMichigan.org is a statewide eBook collection consisting of eBooks published by local university presses about Michigan and the Great Lakes region.

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Kids will love these animated, talking books! Watch your favorite children’s books come alive with narration, music, and interactive elements.