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Historical fiction, Friendship stories, General fictionActors biography, Arts and entertainment
Human-narrated audio
In the late nineteenth century, Mr. Gilbert and Mr. Sullivan, who write operas together for a theater called Topsy-Turvydom, have…
a falling-out when Mr. Sullivan refuses to write music for another ridiculous story that is like all the others. Caldecott Medalist Richard Egielski teams up with Jonah Winter for a story about how fights sometime make a stronger friendship (and beautiful music to boot!). For grades K-3. 2009
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Animal stories, General fiction, Friendship storiesScience and technology, Arts and entertainment, Animals and wildlife, Nature
Human-narrated audio
Describes twelve animal architects and why and how they build their unusual structures. For grades 2-4
Braille (Contracted), Electronic braille (Contracted)
Friendship stories, Mysteries and crime stories, General fiction, School stories, Multi-cultural fiction, Family storiesSocial issues, Death and bereavement, Arts and entertainment
Human-transcribed braille
Best friends Ian and Teddy meet regularly in an abandoned motel in the redwood forest, California, to take photographs. One…
day Teddy doesn't show up and Ian suspects his oppressive father has something to do with his friend's mysterious disappearance. Ian is questioned by the sheriff but he can't remember everything that happened that day. For grades 6-9
Braille (Contracted), Electronic braille (Contracted)
Historical fiction, Adventure stories, Friendship stories, Mysteries and crime stories, General fiction, Multi-cultural fiction, Family storiesArts and entertainment
Human-transcribed braille
Best friends Paul, Oz, Arnie, and Crank enjoy horror movies but when a couple of movie extras, Laura and Darryl,…
working on the Invasion of the Body Snatchers in 1955 try to involve them in a Communist conspiracy in real life, things get too dangerous and they decide to curtail the friendship. For grades 6-9
Braille (Contracted), Electronic braille (Contracted)
Friendship stories, Romance, General fiction, Animal stories, Alphabet, number and picture booksArts and entertainment, Animals and wildlife
Human-transcribed braille
Set to the rhythm of the classic children's song, canine Groovy Joe invites everyone to laugh, sing, explore, and--best of all!--hug a friend. PRINT/BRAILLE. For grades K-3. 2018
Braille (Contracted), Electronic braille (Contracted)
General fiction, Disabilities fiction, Friendship stories, Multi-cultural fictionArts and entertainment
Human-transcribed braille
Returning to her small Alaska hometown after her best friend Kyra's tragic death, Corey uncovers chilling secrets about the townspeople…
and their treatment of Kyra prior to her drowning. Some violence. For senior high and older readers. 2018
Braille (Contracted), Electronic braille (Contracted)
Friendship stories, School stories, General fictionArts and entertainment
Human-transcribed braille
Thirteen-year-old Flint, whose vision is deteriorating due to an eye disease, desperately wants to win a comic book contest so…
his classmates will respect him. But then he meets McKell, a new girl in school, and she changes how he sees himself and others. For grades 5-8. 2018
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Disabilities fiction, Friendship stories, General fictionGeneral non-fiction, Social issues, Arts and entertainment
Human-narrated audio
“A stunning read [. . .] simmering with tension and gripping to the final word.” —Debbie Rigaud, New York Times…
bestselling author of Simone Breaks All the Rules and A Girl’s Guide to Love & MagicNow in paperback! A Black teen dancer with dreams of landing a spot in a prestigious ballet company must learn to dance on her own terms in this explosive debut about the healing power of art and friendship, perfect for fans of Heartstopper and Tiny Pretty Things.Ballet is Aisha’s life. But when discrimination at her elite academy pushes her to her breaking point, she decides to pivot. At her new public arts school, Aisha scores more dance opportunities than she’s ever had before. And it doesn’t hurt that she gets to take classes with her bestie . . . and with Ollie, an adorably shy musician who keeps throwing off her usually impeccable balance.Yet even as Aisha navigates friendships, family conflict, and first love, questions about her dance career open up new and old wounds. Aisha must find strength in herself and place her trust in others to make her next move."At times hopeful and beautiful but also heartbreakingly devastating, When It All Syncs Up is a story of love in so many forms. But maybe most important of all, it is about the love we give ourselves, and allow ourselves to be given, even at our most broken."—Jonny Garza Villa, author of the Pura Belpré Honor Book Fifteen Hundred Miles from the Sun
Braille (Contracted), Electronic braille (Contracted), DAISY audio (CD), DAISY audio (Direct to player), DAISY audio (Zip)
Disabilities fiction, General fiction, Family stories, Friendship storiesArts and entertainment
Human-narrated audio, Human-transcribed braille
After Julia is expelled from the Kingston School for the Deaf for graffiti, her two moms send her to a…
suburban school and restrict her access to paint supplies. As her illegal tagging continues, someone begins adding things to her graffiti. Strong language. For senior high and older readers. 2017
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Animal stories, Friendship stories, General fiction, Classic fiction, Movie and television tie-insAnimals and wildlife, General non-fiction, Arts and entertainment
Human-narrated audio, Human-transcribed braille
Ivan the gorilla has lived comfortably for years in a down-and-out, circus-themed mall. But when baby elephant Ruby arrives, Ivan…
decides that he must find her a better life. For grades 3-6 and older readers. 2012
Braille (Contracted), Electronic braille (Contracted), DAISY audio (CD), DAISY audio (Direct to player), DAISY audio (Zip)
Family stories, General fiction, Friendship stories, Multi-cultural fictionArts and entertainment
Human-narrated audio, Human-transcribed braille
A troublesome foster child, Hollis loves to draw pictures on paper and in her mind. Her favorite is one in…
which she fits in--with a father, mother, brother, and herself. Now Hollis lives with an artist, but still longs for the summer family that wanted to keep her. For grades 5-8. 2002
Braille (Contracted), Electronic braille (Contracted)
School stories, Friendship stories, General fiction, Classic fiction, Multi-cultural fictionSocial issues, General non-fiction, Arts and entertainment
Human-transcribed braille
The girls in her class mock Wanda Petronski because she claims to have a hundred dresses lined up in her…
closet but wears the same faded dress everyday. And they tease her about her Polish last name. Then Wanda stops coming to school. For grades 3-6. Newbery Honor. 1944
Braille (Contracted), Electronic braille (Contracted)
Family stories, School stories, General fiction, Friendship storiesArts and entertainment
Human-transcribed braille
Eleven-year-old Sarah "Skate" Tate faces many disappointments entering middle school: she must endure a long bus ride every day, her…
cousin and best friend finds new companions and hobbies, and a death in the family occurs. But throughout all her trials Skate continues a scrapbook project. For grades 4-7. 2002
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General fiction, Family stories, Friendship storiesArts and entertainment, Lifestyle
Human-narrated audio
From the award-winning author of The Undercover Book List, a tale of community, found family, and the power of art to tell a story and make a change.
Braille (Contracted), Electronic braille (Contracted)
School stories, Friendship stories, Humourous fiction, General fictionArts and entertainment
Human-transcribed braille
"Nikki Maxwell writes in her diary of her struggle to be popular at her exclusive new private school. She soon determines that popularity isn't everything." -- Provided by NLS
Braille (Contracted), Electronic braille (Contracted)
Humourous fiction, School stories, General fiction, Friendship storiesArts and entertainment
Human-transcribed braille
"After a bump on the head in gym class on April Fool's Day, Nikki dreams that she, her BFFs Chloe…
and Zoey, her crush Brandon, and mean girl Mackenzie are all familiar classic fairy tale characters." -- Provided by publisher
Braille (Contracted), Electronic braille (Contracted)
Friendship stories, Humourous fiction, General fictionArts and entertainment, General non-fiction
Human-transcribed braille
Just Grace and her best friend, Mimi, are excited about the new crossing guard, a fun substitute teacher, and the…
chance to have their own table at a craft fair!For grades 2-4. 2014
Braille (Contracted), Electronic braille (Contracted)
Friendship stories, Animal stories, Family stories, General fiction, Alphabet, number and picture books, Classic fictionParenting, Animals and wildlife, Arts and entertainment, General non-fiction
Human-transcribed braille
Bob, Ivan, and Ruby set out on a dangerous journey in search of Bob's long-lost sister. As a hurricane approaches,…
Bob finds courage and learns the true meaning of friendship and family. Sequel to The One and Only Ivan (BR 19679). For grades 3-6 and older readers. 2020
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Friendship stories, Humourous fiction, General fictionArts and entertainment, Parenting
Human-narrated audio
Sable wears only black and has always felt that doom is near. Lacey wears pink and seeks beauty everywhere. A…
sadistic art teacher pairs Sable and Lacey together for their final project. The girls have to get to know one another and select a suitable poem for the back of each other's decorative mirror. Sable is less than thrilled at having to spend time with Lacey, who she believes to be nothing more than a brainless doll. As the project progresses, and Sable gets past her resentment, she learns some surprising truths about who Lacey really is. All of Sable's images begin to change, including the one she holds of herself. This short novel is a high-interest, low-reading level book for middle-grade readers who are building reading skills, want a quick read or say they don't like to read! The epub edition of this title is fully accessible. Available in French as De l'autre côté du miroir