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Seattle Picks: Teen - Nonfiction

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Information, humor, history, biography, art and how-to, all here. MS=Books for middle school readers. (Updated March 2023)

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Inheritance

Inheritance

A Visual Poem

by Acevedo, Elizabeth

Book - 2022

Acevedo's most famous spoken-word poem embraces all the complexities of Black hair and Afro-Latinidad, the history, pain, pride, and powerful love of that inheritance, accompanied by full-color illustrations. Acevedo's most famous spoken-word poem embraces all the complexities of Black hair and Afro-Latinidad, the history, pain, pride, and powerful love of that inheritance, accompanied by full-color illustrations. Show less

Acevedo's most famous spoken-word poem embraces all the complexities of Black hair and Afro-Latinidad, the history, pain, pride, and powerful love of that inheritance, accompanied by full-color illustrations. Acevedo's most famous spoken-word poem embraces all the complexities of Black hair and Afro-Latinidad, the history, pain, pride, and powerful love of that inheritance, accompanied by full-color illustrations. Show less

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Bernice Sandler and the Fight for Title IX

Bernice Sandler and the Fight for Title IX

by Barton, Jen

Book - 2022

Bernice Sandler was an educator who led the fight for the passage of Title IX--making it illegal, once and for all, for a federally funded institution to discriminate against someone based on their sex, including in education. Bernice Sandler was an educator who led the fight for the passage of Title IX--making it illegal, once and for all, for a federally funded institution to discriminate against someone based on their sex, including in education. Show less

Bernice Sandler was an educator who led the fight for the passage of Title IX--making it illegal, once and for all, for a federally funded institution to discriminate against someone based on their sex, including in education. Bernice Sandler was an educator who led the fight for the passage of Title IX--making it illegal, once and for all, for a federally funded institution to discriminate against someone based on their sex, including in education. Show less

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Let Me Play

Let Me Play

The Story of Title IX : the Law That Changed the Future of Girls in America

by Blumenthal, Karen

Book - 2022

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My Selma

My Selma

True Stories of A Southern Childhood at the Height of the Civil Rights Movement

by Brown, Willie Mae

Book - 2023

A memoir that combines everyday family stories and the extraordinary as seen through the eyes of Willie Mae Brown's twelve-year-old self, giving readers an unforgettable portrayal of her coming of age in a town at the crossroads of history. MS A memoir that combines everyday family stories and the extraordinary as seen through the eyes of Willie Mae Brown's twelve-year-old self, giving readers an unforgettable portrayal of her coming of age in a town at the crossroads of history. MS Show less

A memoir that combines everyday family stories and the extraordinary as seen through the eyes of Willie Mae Brown's twelve-year-old self, giving readers an unforgettable portrayal of her coming of age in a town at the crossroads of history. MS A memoir that combines everyday family stories and the extraordinary as seen through the eyes of Willie Mae Brown's twelve-year-old self, giving readers an unforgettable portrayal of her coming of age in a town at the crossroads of history. MS Show less

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Careers

Careers

The Ultimate Guide to Planning your Future

Book - 2022

The A to Z of careers that will guide you to your dream job through skill guides, qualification reviews, job location and lifestyle as well as practical and inspirational advice from career consultants. The A to Z of careers that will guide you to your dream job through skill guides, qualification reviews, job location and lifestyle as well as practical and inspirational advice from career consultants. Show less

The A to Z of careers that will guide you to your dream job through skill guides, qualification reviews, job location and lifestyle as well as practical and inspirational advice from career consultants. The A to Z of careers that will guide you to your dream job through skill guides, qualification reviews, job location and lifestyle as well as practical and inspirational advice from career consultants. Show less

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Coming of Age in 2020

Coming of Age in 2020

Teenagers on the Year That Changed Everything

Book - 2022

A collection of more than 5,500 submissions from teenagers from across the country showing how they coped via diary entries, comics, photos, paintings, an...Show more A collection of more than 5,500 submissions from teenagers from across the country showing how they coped via diary entries, comics, photos, paintings, and more as a pandemic raged, political divides hardened, and the Black Lives Matter movement galvanized millions. They tell the story of the year that will define their generation. Show less

A collection of more than 5,500 submissions from teenagers from across the country showing how they coped via diary entries, comics, photos, paintings, an...Show more A collection of more than 5,500 submissions from teenagers from across the country showing how they coped via diary entries, comics, photos, paintings, and more as a pandemic raged, political divides hardened, and the Black Lives Matter movement galvanized millions. They tell the story of the year that will define their generation. Show less

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Unequal

Unequal

A Story of America

by Dyson, Michael Eric

Book - 2022

A gripping chronicle of the struggles that shaped modern America through the stories of African Americans who dared to fight for a more equal future. MS A gripping chronicle of the struggles that shaped modern America through the stories of African Americans who dared to fight for a more equal future. MS Show less

A gripping chronicle of the struggles that shaped modern America through the stories of African Americans who dared to fight for a more equal future. MS A gripping chronicle of the struggles that shaped modern America through the stories of African Americans who dared to fight for a more equal future. MS Show less

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Here and Queer

Here and Queer

A Queer Girl's Guide to Life

by Ellis, Rowan

Book - 2022

An inclusive guide for queer women and girls, written to give you the tools needed to explore your identity on your own terms. An inclusive guide for queer women and girls, written to give you the tools needed to explore your identity on your own terms. Show less

An inclusive guide for queer women and girls, written to give you the tools needed to explore your identity on your own terms. An inclusive guide for queer women and girls, written to give you the tools needed to explore your identity on your own terms. Show less

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Urgent Message From A Hot Planet

Urgent Message From A Hot Planet

Navigating the Climate Crisis

by Eriksson, Ann

Book - 2022

A practical guide to how Global Warming came about and how to save the planet from ourselves. MS A practical guide to how Global Warming came about and how to save the planet from ourselves. MS Show less

A practical guide to how Global Warming came about and how to save the planet from ourselves. MS A practical guide to how Global Warming came about and how to save the planet from ourselves. MS Show less

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A Rebel in Auschwitz

A Rebel in Auschwitz

The True Story of the Resistance Hero Who Fought the Nazis From Inside the Camp

by Fairweather, Jack

Book - 2021

Witold Pilecki was a Polish underground operative on a mission for two and a half years to uncover the fate of thousands interned at the Auschwitz concentration camp, report on Nazi crimes, raise a secret army, and stage an uprising. Witold Pilecki was a Polish underground operative on a mission for two and a half years to uncover the fate of thousands interned at the Auschwitz concentration camp, report on Nazi crimes, raise a secret army, and stage an uprising. Show less

Witold Pilecki was a Polish underground operative on a mission for two and a half years to uncover the fate of thousands interned at the Auschwitz concentration camp, report on Nazi crimes, raise a secret army, and stage an uprising. Witold Pilecki was a Polish underground operative on a mission for two and a half years to uncover the fate of thousands interned at the Auschwitz concentration camp, report on Nazi crimes, raise a secret army, and stage an uprising. Show less

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Close-up on War

Close-up on War

The Story of Pioneering Photojournalist Catherine Leroy in Vietnam

by Farrell, Mary Cronk

Book - 2022

The incredible story of Catherine Leroy, one of the few woman photographers during the Vietnam War, who showed the impact on people from both sides—from wounded soldiers to civilian casualties. The incredible story of Catherine Leroy, one of the few woman photographers during the Vietnam War, who showed the impact on people from both sides—from wounded soldiers to civilian casualties. Show less

The incredible story of Catherine Leroy, one of the few woman photographers during the Vietnam War, who showed the impact on people from both sides—from wounded soldiers to civilian casualties. The incredible story of Catherine Leroy, one of the few woman photographers during the Vietnam War, who showed the impact on people from both sides—from wounded soldiers to civilian casualties. Show less

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Female, Gifted & Black

Female, Gifted & Black

Awesome Art and Literary Pioneers Who Changed the World

by Fièvre, M. J.

Book - 2023

A collection of biographies of seriously amazing Black women. Includes Amanda Gorman, Alice Walker, Warsan Shire, Eartha Kitt, Gloria Hendry, Issa Rae, and many more. A collection of biographies of seriously amazing Black women. Includes Amanda Gorman, Alice Walker, Warsan Shire, Eartha Kitt, Gloria Hendry, Issa Rae, and many more. Show less

A collection of biographies of seriously amazing Black women. Includes Amanda Gorman, Alice Walker, Warsan Shire, Eartha Kitt, Gloria Hendry, Issa Rae, and many more. A collection of biographies of seriously amazing Black women. Includes Amanda Gorman, Alice Walker, Warsan Shire, Eartha Kitt, Gloria Hendry, Issa Rae, and many more. Show less

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American Murderer

American Murderer

The Parasite That Haunted the South

by Jarrow, Gail

Book - 2022

An unknown malaise fell over much of the South, invading the bodies of those who worked the land. Science comes to the rescue, saving the victims from a creepy vampire species. MS An unknown malaise fell over much of the South, invading the bodies of those who worked the land. Science comes to the rescue, saving the victims from a creepy vampire species. MS Show less

An unknown malaise fell over much of the South, invading the bodies of those who worked the land. Science comes to the rescue, saving the victims from a creepy vampire species. MS An unknown malaise fell over much of the South, invading the bodies of those who worked the land. Science comes to the rescue, saving the victims from a creepy vampire species. MS Show less

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Better Than We Found It

Better Than We Found It

Conversations to Help Save the World

by Joseph, Frederick (Activist)

Book - 2022

Featuring more than two dozen interviews with prominent activists, authors, and more, this is an indispensable guide to social and political progressivism for young people. Featuring more than two dozen interviews with prominent activists, authors, and more, this is an indispensable guide to social and political progressivism for young people. Show less

Featuring more than two dozen interviews with prominent activists, authors, and more, this is an indispensable guide to social and political progressivism for young people. Featuring more than two dozen interviews with prominent activists, authors, and more, this is an indispensable guide to social and political progressivism for young people. Show less

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How to Be A (young) Antiracist

How to Be A (young) Antiracist

by Kendi, Ibram X.

Book - 2023

Follow Ibram X. Kendi through the experiences and lessons that helped shape his understanding of racism. Follow Ibram X. Kendi through the experiences and lessons that helped shape his understanding of racism. Show less

Follow Ibram X. Kendi through the experiences and lessons that helped shape his understanding of racism. Follow Ibram X. Kendi through the experiences and lessons that helped shape his understanding of racism. Show less

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Gamer Girls

Gamer Girls

25 Women Who Built the Video Game Industry

by Kenney, Mary

Book - 2022

Explore the stories of 25 women from the 1960s and beyond who—from writing, designing, music, and game engines—have powered one of the most influential industries out there: video gaming. Explore the stories of 25 women from the 1960s and beyond who—from writing, designing, music, and game engines—have powered one of the most influential industries out there: video gaming. Show less

Explore the stories of 25 women from the 1960s and beyond who—from writing, designing, music, and game engines—have powered one of the most influential industries out there: video gaming. Explore the stories of 25 women from the 1960s and beyond who—from writing, designing, music, and game engines—have powered one of the most influential industries out there: video gaming. Show less

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Big Lies

Big Lies

From Socrates to Social Media

by Kurlansky, Mark

Book - 2022

A historical look at the lies told by Socrates and Plato, Stalin and Hitler, all the way to contemporary figures amplified through social media—a how-to manual for seeing through big lies and thinking critically. A historical look at the lies told by Socrates and Plato, Stalin and Hitler, all the way to contemporary figures amplified through social media—a how-to manual for seeing through big lies and thinking critically. Show less

A historical look at the lies told by Socrates and Plato, Stalin and Hitler, all the way to contemporary figures amplified through social media—a how-to manual for seeing through big lies and thinking critically. A historical look at the lies told by Socrates and Plato, Stalin and Hitler, all the way to contemporary figures amplified through social media—a how-to manual for seeing through big lies and thinking critically. Show less

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Singled Out

Singled Out

The True Story of Glenn Burke

by Maraniss, Andrew

Book - 2021

Glen Burke is known as the inventor of the high five after a teammates historic home run, but what many don't know is that he was also the first openly ga...Show more Glen Burke is known as the inventor of the high five after a teammates historic home run, but what many don't know is that he was also the first openly gay MLB player and he had an impact on the athletic and LGBTQIA+ community for years after that iconic moment. Show less

Glen Burke is known as the inventor of the high five after a teammates historic home run, but what many don't know is that he was also the first openly ga...Show more Glen Burke is known as the inventor of the high five after a teammates historic home run, but what many don't know is that he was also the first openly gay MLB player and he had an impact on the athletic and LGBTQIA+ community for years after that iconic moment. Show less

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And We Rise

And We Rise

The Civil Rights Movement in Poems

by Martin, Erica

Book - 2022

This poetry collection walks readers through the Civil Rights Movement—from the well-documented events to lesser-known figures and moments just as crucial...Show more This poetry collection walks readers through the Civil Rights Movement—from the well-documented events to lesser-known figures and moments just as crucial to the Movement, including historical photographs, chronology of events, research, and sources. MS Show less

This poetry collection walks readers through the Civil Rights Movement—from the well-documented events to lesser-known figures and moments just as crucial...Show more This poetry collection walks readers through the Civil Rights Movement—from the well-documented events to lesser-known figures and moments just as crucial to the Movement, including historical photographs, chronology of events, research, and sources. MS Show less

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Freedom!

Freedom!

The Story of the Black Panther Party

by Martin, Jetta Grace

Book - 2022

This is the story of Huey and Bobby. Eldridge and Kathleen. Elaine and Fred and Ericka. This is the story of the committed Black Panther Party members, t...Show more This is the story of Huey and Bobby. Eldridge and Kathleen. Elaine and Fred and Ericka. This is the story of the committed Black Panther Party members, their supporters and allies, the Free Breakfast Program, the Ten Point Program, Black nationalism, Black radicalism, and about Black people in America. meticulously researched, thrillingly told, and filled with incredible photographs throughout. Show less

This is the story of Huey and Bobby. Eldridge and Kathleen. Elaine and Fred and Ericka. This is the story of the committed Black Panther Party members, t...Show more This is the story of Huey and Bobby. Eldridge and Kathleen. Elaine and Fred and Ericka. This is the story of the committed Black Panther Party members, their supporters and allies, the Free Breakfast Program, the Ten Point Program, Black nationalism, Black radicalism, and about Black people in America. meticulously researched, thrillingly told, and filled with incredible photographs throughout. Show less

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Abuela, Don't Forget Me

Abuela, Don't Forget Me

by Ogle, Rex

Book - 2022

This memoir-in-verse captures and celebrates the powerful presence of a woman counted on throughout Ogle's coming of age marked by violence and dysfunction. MS This memoir-in-verse captures and celebrates the powerful presence of a woman counted on throughout Ogle's coming of age marked by violence and dysfunction. MS Show less

This memoir-in-verse captures and celebrates the powerful presence of a woman counted on throughout Ogle's coming of age marked by violence and dysfunction. MS This memoir-in-verse captures and celebrates the powerful presence of a woman counted on throughout Ogle's coming of age marked by violence and dysfunction. MS Show less

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Me and White Supremacy

Me and White Supremacy

by Saad, Layla F.

Book - 2022

Discusses topics such as white privilege, racist stereotypes, cultural appropriation, and more that readers can understand race and racism. Discusses topics such as white privilege, racist stereotypes, cultural appropriation, and more that readers can understand race and racism. Show less

Discusses topics such as white privilege, racist stereotypes, cultural appropriation, and more that readers can understand race and racism. Discusses topics such as white privilege, racist stereotypes, cultural appropriation, and more that readers can understand race and racism. Show less

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Luminary

Luminary

A Magical Guide to Self-care

by Scelsa, Kate

Book - 2022

A collection of mystical practices and exercises, Luminary is a one-of-a-kind guide to mindfulness and self-care for teens to support a life of empowerment, confidence, and, of course, magic! A collection of mystical practices and exercises, Luminary is a one-of-a-kind guide to mindfulness and self-care for teens to support a life of empowerment, confidence, and, of course, magic! Show less

A collection of mystical practices and exercises, Luminary is a one-of-a-kind guide to mindfulness and self-care for teens to support a life of empowerment, confidence, and, of course, magic! A collection of mystical practices and exercises, Luminary is a one-of-a-kind guide to mindfulness and self-care for teens to support a life of empowerment, confidence, and, of course, magic! Show less

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Queer Ducks (and Other Animals)

Queer Ducks (and Other Animals)

The Natural World of Animal Sexuality

by Schrefer, Eliot

Book - 2022

Part sociology, part zoology and anthropology with a dash of history, this dive into the lesser-known facts of animal behavior changes the definition of what is normal. Part sociology, part zoology and anthropology with a dash of history, this dive into the lesser-known facts of animal behavior changes the definition of what is normal. Show less

Part sociology, part zoology and anthropology with a dash of history, this dive into the lesser-known facts of animal behavior changes the definition of what is normal. Part sociology, part zoology and anthropology with a dash of history, this dive into the lesser-known facts of animal behavior changes the definition of what is normal. Show less

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Heroines, Rescuers, Rabbis, Spies

Heroines, Rescuers, Rabbis, Spies

Unsung Women of the Holocaust

by Swartz, Sarah Silberstein

Book - 2022

Discover nine ordinary women who took extraordinary measures to save lives during the Holocaust, resisting terror and torture while undercover or in hidin...Show more Discover nine ordinary women who took extraordinary measures to save lives during the Holocaust, resisting terror and torture while undercover or in hiding, in concentration camps, in forests, and in exile. Overlooked by history...and deserve recognition Show less

Discover nine ordinary women who took extraordinary measures to save lives during the Holocaust, resisting terror and torture while undercover or in hidin...Show more Discover nine ordinary women who took extraordinary measures to save lives during the Holocaust, resisting terror and torture while undercover or in hiding, in concentration camps, in forests, and in exile. Overlooked by history...and deserve recognition Show less

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