SEE ME RUN has been named a Theodor Seuss Geisel Award Honor Book by the American Library Association.

This prestigious honor, named for the world-renowned children's author, Theodor Geisel, a.k.a. Dr. Seuss, is awarded to the most distinguished beginning reader books. The winners are recognized for their literary and artistic achievements that demonstrate creativity and imagination to engage children in reading.

In SEE ME RUN, one of four titles on the inaugural list of I LIKE TO READ® books, young readers delight in a joyful story of dogs digging, playing, and swimming in a satisfying, first-time reading adventure.

Check out more about SEE ME RUN and award-winning author/artist Paul Meisel.

I LIKE TO READ® is a distinguished picture book series for emerging readers, launched by Holiday House in 2011.

PICTURE BOOKS

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The Christmas Coat: Memories of My Sioux Childhood is the recipient of the American Indian Youth Literature Award, Picture Book category, given by the American Indian Library Association (AILA), an affiliate of the American Library Association. In this heartfelt story based on the author's memoirs of life on the Rosebud Reservation in South Dakota, Christmas brings unexpected joy for those with generous spirits.

Each day on the long walk to school Virginia's outgrown winter coat lets the frigid South Dakota prairie winds bite her bare wrists. With Christmas coming, Virginia knows that Theast boxes—package of donated clothing from congregations in New England, or "The East"—will be arriving on the reservation soon. But even if the boxes contain a coat that will fit her, Virginia realizes she will probably never have a chance to wear it. Her parents expect their children to consider the needs of others before their own.

When a beautiful coat is claimed by one of Virginia's classmates, Virginia is heartbroken. Will anything be able to rekindle Virginia's spirit?

Author Virginia Driving Hawk Sneve, a member of the Rosebud Sioux Tribe, spent her childhood on a reservation. She has received the Spirit of Crazy Horse Award and the National Humanities Medal. For an interview with the author, click here.

Ellen Beier has illustrated numerous books for children. As she notes on her website, "I started drawing as a child at the side of my grandmother, a painter and sculptress." Visit Ellen Beier’s website at www.ellenbeier.com.

For more about the author and illustrator, photos of the artist at work, recipes, and the official book blog, visit www.thechristmascoat.com.

PICTURE BOOK

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To honor the hundredth anniversary of the sinking of the Titanic on April 15, 1912, Julie Lawson has written a haunting and suspenseful novel that weaves gripping fiction around fascinating historical fact.

When twelve-year-old Kevin Messenger's father inherits a house in Halifax, Canada, left to him by a complete stranger named Angus Seaton, Kevin decides to investigate. His puzzling discoveries lead to troubling dreams and a voice he can't escape calling to him for help. A parallel narrative tells the dramatic story of Angus Seaton, who worked on one of the ships responsible for recovering bodies and personal effects after the Titanic sank. The two stories converge in a spine-tingling climax as Kevin is transported aboard the sinking Titanic to try to right the wrongs of the past.

Julie Lawson was an elementary school teacher for eighteen years before becoming a full-time author. She has written nearly two dozen books for young readers, published in Canada, which have garnered many awards and honors, and wide critical acclaim.

HISTORICAL FICTION

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This riveting novel about peer pressure and core values highlights a hot-button topic.

When Manny moves on to Raleigh Middle School, he's relieved that he'll be with his other Latino friends from elementary school. Hanging out with his vatos is great; but before Manny knows it, kids are calling the clique the Emperors and saying that they are a gang. Gradually Alex, whose older brother is in prison, starts calling the shots, and the pressure is on Manny—first to shave his head and tag the neighborhood and then to get drugs for the vatos. Close calls with the authorities become more and more frequent, and Manny can see where it's all headed. Does he have the guts to turn his back on his oldest friends so he can keep clean?

YOUNG ADULT FICTION

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Bugs bite, drink blood, and rob food from gardens and fields. They can even kill plants, animals, and, occasionally, people. Is bugging a crime?

Author and photographer Alexandra Siy compiles “rap sheets” on several of the major categories of bugs and takes a very close look at some of the types of insects in an engaging text.

Dennis Kunkel's fascinating photo micrographs magnify insect parts from 10 to 300,000 times their actual sizes. This kid-friendly approach, coupled with meticulous research and lively writing, turns learning about insects into an intriguing experience.

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NONFICTION PICTURE BOOK

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