ReadSquared Reading Program

Reading Lists

Adult Book List Color Our World

Find inspiration for your next read from this list of books that contain the themes of color and creativity.

Alex Awards (YALSA)

Going all the way back to 1998, YALSA (Young Adult Services Association) has been giving out Alex Awards to books written for adults that appeal to young adults betw ...
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Coretta Scott King Book Awards

The Coretta Scott King Book Awards was founded in 1969 and is awarded to African-American authors and illustrators whose works reflect the African-American experienc ...
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Kids Book List Color Our World

Explore creativity, art, and colorful characters in these books for younger readers.

Margaret A. Edwards Awards (YALSA)

The Margaret A. Edwards Award (also known as the Edwards Award) is awarded annually to an author with works that have been influential for adolescents. This award is ...
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Pre-K Book List Color Our World

Babies and toddlers will enjoy the colorful artwork and fun stories in these artful picture books.

Printz Award -YALSA

The Michael L. Printz Award (more commonly called the Printz Award) is awarded to a book that is considered the best book for young adults based on its literary meri ...
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Pura Belpré Award - YALSA

The Pura Belpré Award is given by the Young Adult Library Services Association (YALSA) and the National Association to Promote Library and Information Services ...
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Teen Book List Color Our World

Main characters with creative and artistic flair populate these books. Pick up a new book from the library or build your To Be Read (TBR) list -- reading colors your world!

The Amelia Bloomer Book List

The Amelia Bloomer Books List award is given to "appealing feminist books for young readers" which are published in the United States. You can find more informa ...
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The Great American Read

The PBS Great American Read list of 100 favorite books. How many have you read?

William C. Morris Award - YALSA

The William C. Morris Award (often referred to as simply the Morris Award) is named for 20th century publisher William C. Morris. The award is given out by the Young ...
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YALSA Award for Excellence in Nonfiction

The YALSA Award for Excellence in Nonfiction is given annually to a nonfiction book written for young adults. This list includes both winners and finalists from ...
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Birth to 12 Months

Start early and raise a book lover by reading to newborns. These hand-selected books are designed for babies birth to 12 months including durable board books and colorful pictures.

Look Up! Explore Our Universe Infant & Pre-K

The universe is an expansive place! These great books for infants and pre-k explore the Universe we live in and the wonders of the world. This list has been provided by STAR Net.

Read With Jenna Jr. Picture Books

I’m so excited to be partnering with Collaborative SummerLibrary Program (CSLP), recommending a few of my favorite 2024 summer reads for kids. Take a look at the lis ...
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1000 Books - 12 to 24 Months

Help young children develop a love for reading that will last a lifetime. Read these fun books about animals and rhymes to your young one and watch their imagination grow.

Look Up! Explore Our Universe Early Elementary

The universe is an expansive place! These great books for early elementary explore the Universe we live in and the wonders of the world. This list has been provided by STAR Net.

Read With Jenna Jr. Middle Grade

I’m so excited to be partnering with Collaborative SummerLibrary Program (CSLP), recommending a few of my favorite 2024 summer reads for kids. Take a look at the lis ...
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2 to 3 Year Olds

Encourage your toddler to read with exciting books that span from simple picture books to more elaborate stories. Watch your child grow into a lifetime book lover.

Look Up! Explore Our Universe Upper Elementary

The universe is an expansive place! These great books for upper elementary explore the Universe we live in and the wonders of the world. This list has been provided by STAR Net.

Read With Jenna Jr. Young Adult

I’m so excited to be partnering with Collaborative SummerLibrary Program (CSLP), recommending a few of my favorite 2024 summer reads for kids. Take a look at the lis ...
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4 to 5 Year Olds

Prepare your child for school by exposing them to reading at a young age. This book list is designed for 4 to 5 year olds as they prepare to enter kindergarten.

Look Up! Explore Our Universe Tweens

The universe is an expansive place! These great books for tweens explore the Universe we live in and the wonders of the world. This list has been provided by STAR Net.

Look Up! Explore Our Universe Teens & Adults

The universe is an expansive place! These great books for teens and adults explore the Universe we live in and the wonders of the world. This list has been provided by STAR Net.