CCBC Choices 2024 -- Tweens (ages 9-11)

The Cooperative Children's Book Center at the University of Wisconsin-Madison compiles a yearly list of excellent books for young readers.
 

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1. Autumn Peltier, water warrior

Book cover for Autumn Peltier, water warrior.
Author:
Lindstrom, Carole, 1964-
Notes:
Contemporary People, Places, and Issues;5-9
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Boulder Meadows Childrens Nonfiction
J 333.72092 Peltier BIOGRAPHY
Boulder NoBo Child NF Staff Picks
J 333.911 Lind STAFF PICKS
Boulder Reynolds Childrens Non-Fiction
J 333.72092 Peltier BIOGRAPHY
Description:
"Indigenous women have always worked tirelessly to protect our water -- keeping it pure and clean for the generations to come. Yet there was a time when their voices and teachings were nearly drowned out, leaving entire communities and environments in danger and without clean water. But then came Grandma Josephine and her great-niece, Autumn. Speak for the water. Sing for the water. Dance for the water. With moving lyricism and arresting illustrations,...

2. My powerful hair

Book cover for My powerful hair.
Author:
Lindstrom, Carole, 1964-
Notes:
Picture Books;5-10
Formats:
Book, Hoopla eAudiobook, Hoopla eBook, Read-Along Book
Description:
After generations of short hair in her family, a little girl celebrates growing her hair long to connect to her culture and honor the strength and resilience of those who came before her.