Book Lists
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Kids Picks for Native American and Indigenous Peoples Month
A selection of picture books, early readers, and chapter books that celebrate the theme of “We’re Still Here!” for Native American and Indigenous Peoples Month….
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Cozy Cat Comics
Nothing says cozy like curling up with a good book and a cat on your lap!
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Spooky-Ooky Stories!
Middle Grade books about ghosts, demons, creatures, and anything that goes bump in the night.
Battle of the Books
Battle of the Books 2027: 6th-8th Grade Booklist
PPS kids and teens in grades 5 through 12 can participate in this team trivia contest based on books. Battles are broken up by grade level: 5th Grade Battle, 6-…
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Kids Book Picks to Celebrate Hispanic & Latin Heritage Month 2026
Celebrate Hispanic and Latin Heritage Month September 15th to October 15th with these books about Hispanic and Latin characters for kids of all ages!
CivicCLP, Staff Picks
America250PA – Community Storytelling and Civic Engagement for Teens
“America250PA hopes to engage all citizens of the Commonwealth, from all 67 counties, to bring the Commonwealth’s history into the conversation so Pennsylvanian…
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Disability Pride Picks for Teens by Julia
Hi I’m Julia. I’m a native Pittsburgher born with Cerebral Palsy, who also has Type I Diabetes and Epilepsy. I’m an aspiring artist and writer and I am curren…
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Cryptic Conundrums and Murderous Mysteries
Nothing’s quite as fun as outsmarting a protagonist and solving an investigation before they do. Check out these twisty mysteries (twisteries?), sure to keep yo…
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Black History Month 2026: Books for Teens
Whether you’re seeking Afrofuturism or dystopian or time-traveling romance, these visionary Black authors have you covered!
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Get the Picture
This one’s for the shutterbugs with the gorgeous Insta feeds.