New Titles 7/23/2022

Youth Titles
Posted on 07/23/2022
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The Tale of the Whalecover of The Tale of the Whale
by Karen Swann

Available as: Print Book

A child meets a whale and together they embark on a wonderful journey across the ocean. They explore the wonders of the ocean, but on the way encounter the terrible state of plastic pollution, choking the whale’s ocean home. Determined and inspired to help their new friend, the child returns home to try and help the whale save his marine home. Featuring a watercolor inspired style and a pastel color palette, this book is a pleasure to read in addition to its important message.

 

cover of NorthwindNorthwind
by Gary Paulsen

Available as: Print Book

From the master of survival stories comes a new tale about a boy’s struggle for survival along a treacherous coastline set centuries in the past. When a deadly plague spreads amongst his small fishing camp, an orphan named Leif is forced to take to the water in a cedar canoe. He flees northward following a wild, fjord riddled shore. Leif must navigate from one danger to the next, but the farther he paddles the closer he comes to his truest self in this aquatic adventure tale.

 

Max Axiom and the Society of Super Scientists- Ocean Plastic Problemcover of Max Axiom and the Society of Super Scientists - Ocean Plastic Problem
by Elizabeth Pagel-Hogan

Available as: Print Book

Plastic is a big problem in the oceans, but how did we get there, and why does it matter? In this non-fiction graphic novel, Max Axiom and the Society of Super Scientists are on a mission to find out! Using their super powers and amazing brain powers, Max and their team will break down this complex environmental issue into an exciting, fact-filled adventure that help young readers learn about plastic pollution and what we can do to clean up the Earth’s waters.