New Children's Books

Not in Room 204 - Shannon Riggs
A teacher tells the children in her class to talk to an adult if they are being sexually abused.

Penguins - Seymour Simon
A photo-illustrated exploration of penguins that covers their physical traits, behavior, reproduction, diet, and predators and the unique characteristics of various species.

Nothing but Trouble: The Story of Althea Gibson - Sue Stauffacher
A biography of Althea Gibson, the first black tennis player to ever compete in what is now known as the U.S. Open, and in the Lawn Tennis Championships in Wimbledon, England.

Skippyjon Jones - Judy Schachner
Skippyjon Jones is a Siamese cat with an overactive imagination who would rather be El Skippito, his Zorro-like alter ego.

Groundhog Gets a Say - Pamela Curtis Swallow
Two groundhogs describe their various characteristics to a skeptical squirrel and crow. Text includes various facts about groundhogs.