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Knowledge is the first step toward making a difference, and these titles provide perspectives on a variety of topics.

These series will support collections that encourage readers to dive into big questions about the people, food, and events that shape our world.

This season’s Spanish and bilingual series continue to prioritize nuance, curiosity, and critical thinking.

Keeping engaging series fiction in the hands of young patrons as they build habits and discover a love of reading is a priority. Fiction Series Made Simple is designed to help librarians maintain fresh and fun collections.

A careful examination of decodable sets designed to support burgeoning readers and their grown-ups on the path toward reading fluency.

Picture book series that help readers consider their place in the world.

A focus on the strong bonds of friendship and family run through these new and ongoing chapter book series.

Additions to beloved, well-established series and exciting new adventures await readers in this season’s middle grade selections.

The best of these hi-lo titles hit on the perfect mix of layered characterization, compelling plots, and sharp writing that will appeal to readers of any skill level.