Summer Reading 2024 by Diane Connors

Hoops by M. Tavares

connorsd2 — 2024-05-31 17:39:56 UTC

"An inspiring, heartwarming story about a small town high school basketball team... that will be adored by readers of all ages."
-Caldecott Medalist Dan Santat

Available on Sora: https://mpd-biblio-covers.imgix.net/9781626720794.jpg?w=900

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Available at the Hampstead Public Library

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Bree can’t wait for her first day at her new middle school, Enith Brigitha, home to the Mighty Manatees—until she’s stuck with the only elective that fits her schedule, the dreaded Swim 101. The thought of swimming makes Bree more than a little queasy, yet she’s forced to dive headfirst into one of her greatest fears. Lucky for her, Etta, an elderly occupant of her apartment building and former swim team captain, is willing to help.

With Etta’s training and a lot of hard work, Bree suddenly finds her swim-crazed community counting on her to turn the school’s failing team around. But that’s easier said than done, especially when their rival, the prestigious Holyoke Prep, has everything they need to leave the Mighty Manatees in their wake.

Can Bree defy the odds and guide her team to a state championship, or have the Manatees swum their last lap—for good?

Odder: Available at the Hampstead Public Library and on Sora

connorsd2 — 2024-06-02 18:06:58 UTC

Super popular. Do you love animals and appreciate nature? Try this book if you haven't yet read it. If you have read this book, please comment or rate it for others. Please do not spoil the book by giving away important details.

connorsd2 — 2024-06-02 18:10:32 UTC

Odder is a fearless otter, curious to a fault. But when she comes face-to-face with a hungry great white shark, her life takes a dramatic turn, one that will challenge everything she believes about herself--and about the humans who hope to save her.

Sunny Makes Her Case (book 5 in the Sunny series)J. & M. Holm

connorsd2 — 2024-06-02 18:24:56 UTC

"Sunny is starting to understand the ins and outs of middle school... but she still feels more out than in. Most kids have a thing they do outside of class, like football or track or cheerleading. Sunny isn't quarterback material, and her cheer attempts are... not the best. So what can she do?"

Available at HMS. Over 20 Big Nate titles at the Hampstead Public Library.

connorsd2 — 2024-06-02 18:38:40 UTC

If you like to laugh, check out a Big Nate book.

Duel. Available at HMS and the Hampstead Public Library.

connorsd2 — 2024-06-02 18:43:47 UTC

For fans of Raina Telgemeier (Smile, Sisters, Guts, Ghosts, Drama, ...) and Shannon Hale.

Starfish. Available at HMS and the Hampstead Public Library.

connorsd2 — 2024-06-02 18:49:12 UTC

"Ellie's been bullied about her weight. To cope, she tries to live by the Fat Girl Rules-like "no making waves," "avoid eating in public," and "don't move so fast that your body jiggles." And she's found her safe space-her swimming pool-where she feels weightless in a fat-obsessed world."

Blue stars

connorsd2 — 2024-06-02 18:52:36 UTC

A fast-paced adventure. Thoughtful and funny graphic novel.

The Fire, the Water, and Maudie McGinn by S. Pla

connorsd2 — 2024-06-12 13:23:25 UTC

This is one of the best realistic fiction books that Mrs. Connors has read in a long time! It has a mom with a YouTube channel, a daughter with autism, a wildfire, surfing, friendship, secrets and much more. Highly recommended!

Grounded for All Eternity by D. Marks

connorsd2 — 2024-06-12 13:41:47 UTC

Kids from Hell travel to Salem Massachusetts on a vacation (Halloween). One soul escapes. How hard can it be to find one evil soul? Read 3 books from the NH GSF list in order to be able to vote next spring. Plan your TBR list ahead and read more than 3 of these great books!

The Mona Lisa Vanishes by N. Day

connorsd2 — 2024-06-12 13:46:30 UTC

The Mona Lisa wasn't that well-known 100 years ago...until she was stolen! This is a fun and informational nonfiction (true) story. Read 3 of the NH GSF books so that you can vote next spring. Plan ahead and read more than 3! This NH book award is a big deal to authors! This year's winning GSF book is Odder by K. Applegate.

Bomb : the race to build and steal the world's most dangerous weapon by S. Sheinkin (also a graphic novel)

connorsd2 — 2024-06-12 13:53:36 UTC

"This is the story of the plotting, the risk-taking, the deceit, and genius that created the world’s most formidable weapon. This is the story of the atomic bomb." Available at the Hampstead Public Library

The Giver by L. Lowry (Sci. Fi) 2 copies at the Hampstead Public Library

connorsd2 — 2024-06-24 15:08:00 UTC

"At the age of twelve, Jonas, a young boy from a seemingly utopian, futuristic world, is singled out to receive special training from The Giver, who alone holds the memories of the true joys and pain of life."

Refugee by A. Gratz. Available at the Hampstead Public Library

connorsd2 — 2024-06-24 15:10:41 UTC

"Three different kids. One mission in common: ESCAPE. All three young people will go on harrowing journeys in search of refuge. All will face unimaginable dangers..."

Good Different by M. Kuyatt. Available at the Hampstead Public Library.

connorsd2 — 2024-06-24 15:12:53 UTC

"Selah feels like a dragon stuck in a world of humans, but she knows how to hide it. Until the day she explodes and hits a fellow student."

The Guardian Test (Legends of Lotus Island #1) C. Soontornvat

connorsd2 — 2024-06-24 15:15:26 UTC

"Plum struggles at school. While her classmates begin to transform into amazing creatures, Plum can’t even seem to magic up a single feather! If she can’t embrace her inner animal form soon, she’ll have to leave school ― and lose the first group of real friends she’s ever known."

Heroes: A Novel of Pearl Harbor A. Gratz. Available at the Hampstead Public Library

connorsd2 — 2024-06-24 15:17:56 UTC

"An action-packed, inventive, and powerful take on the attack on Pearl Harbor, as only Alan Gratz can tell it."

Alone M. Freeman. Available at the Hampstead Public Library.

connorsd2 — 2024-06-24 15:20:03 UTC

"When twelve-year-old Maddie hatches a scheme for a secret sleepover with her two best friends, she ends up waking up to a nightmare. She’s alone—left behind in a town that has been mysteriously evacuated and abandoned."

Slugfest G. Korman Available at the Hampstead Public Library

connorsd2 — 2024-06-24 15:22:45 UTC

"At Slugfest, Yash meets the other students. Kaden is an academic superstar who's physically hopeless. Twins Sarah and Stuart are too busy trying to kill each other to actually pay attention in class. Jesse is a notorious prankster. Arabella protests just about everything—including mandatory PE. And Cleo is a natural athlete who has sworn off sports. Then there’s their “coach,” Mrs. Tamara Finnerty..."