An ode to the store that forms the backbone of New York, as told by a cat.  Bright colors and pinpoint accurate illustrations share that experience for all readers. - Stephen Amato, Pelham Parkway- Van Nest Library

Told through the eyes of a young boy who doesn’t live in a traditional home, this perfect book to engage young readers on challenging topics like displacement, being unhomed, and transitional homelessness. - Susannah Aziz, Tottenville

Two girls overcome language barriers and become close as they learn to communicate using Filipino Sign Language. Dancing Hands celebrates the power of friendship, with a triumphant story of friends who will stop at nothing communicate. - Susannah Aziz, Tottenville

It's Multicultural Day at school, and a young girl doesn't know how to choose what part of herself to represent. American superhero? Her mother's strudel? Her father's ras malai? No one thing feels quite right, so why not choose all three! - Cecelia Fiering, Riverdale Branch

Celebrate the girls in our lives with this vibrant collection of poems that empower and inspire as they reflect the many facets of what makes us fabulous. - Rachel Skinner-O’Neill, Battery Park City

Asiya loves visiting Nanu and exploring the treasures found in her katha chest filled with quilts made of saris that evoke happy memories of beloved family members. A charming story of family, memories, and Bangladeshi culture. - Florence Nicosia, Children's Librarian at Jerome Park Library

This wordless picture book reveals how one child can make an impact in the lives of others with compassion and awareness of what is happening in her world. - Florence Nicosia, Jerome Park Library

Rich earth tones and lush vocabulary combine in this Australian Aboriginal day in the life of a little bird encountering elements of the outback.  - Rachel Skinner-O’Neill, Battery Park City

She doesn't love company, but Old Lady Misery sure does get herself stuck with some. Enjoy this blackly comic tale in which no one is perfect and everyone gets their comeuppance! - Catherine Watson, Tottenville

Every summer, Sora's grandmother visits from South Korea and spends time on the beach with her. When summer ends, the children at school tease Sora. Only her beautiful memories with her Halmoni help Sora learn to love her name. - Cecelia Fiering, Riverdale Branch

A deceptively simple new title from Henkes imparts early lessons in simile, comparison and repetition without feeling instructional making this book a perfect toddler repeat read.  The real draw, though, is the cutest lion you've ever seen.  - Olivia Ascione D'Elia, St. Agnes

The late Falconer's genius lay in his ability to create work for children that's funny without being condescending, and smart without forgetting its audience. A guaranteed read-aloud crowd-pleaser for the Elementary aged audience. - Olivia Ascione D'Elia, St. Agnes

A girl and her grandmother are going on a walk to the voting polls - a walk that brings together individuals in the community and amplifies many voices in a powerful picture book about the importance of speaking up, and standing up for everyone’s rights! - Susannah Aziz, Tottenville