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A holiday break is a great time for some extra reading! Your librarians have carefully curated this list of reading recommendations to inspire your reading goals over the holidays.
假期是进行额外阅读的大好时机！图书馆老师们精心挑选了这份阅读推荐书单，旨在激发你在假期中的阅读兴趣、帮助你达成阅读目标。

For picture books, we recommend Jabari Tries, which has a Lexile level of 490L. The story follows Jabari as he is inspired by BIPOC engineers, inventors, and scientists of the past to build a flying machine. With hard work and support from his dad and sister, Jabari ultimately finds success!
在图画书方面，我们推荐一本名为《贾巴里在尝试》（Jabari Tries）的书，它的书名是《贾巴里在尝试》（蓝思值490L），这本书告诉我们，贾巴里从过去的黑人工程师、发明家和科学家那里获得了灵感，他致力于制造一架飞行器。在爸爸和姐姐的努力和支持下，贾巴里取得了成功！

Some great non-fiction choices are books from /medthe Who Would Win? series. These books are excellent for students to compare two fierce animals in terms of behavior, habits, and other aspects. The Lexile levels range from 500 to 700.
至于非虚构类图书，“谁会赢” 系列丛书非常适合学生从行为、习性等方面对两种凶猛动物进行比较。蓝思值从500-700不等。

Students that are ready for a junior chapter book might love the Dragon Masters series, especially book 23, The Curse of the Shadow Dragon. It tells us about a massive shadow spreading across the skies and every kingdom, causing wizards around the world to lose their magic! Can Drake and Jean stop the shadow in the sky, or will the world be plunged into complete darkness?
至于章节书，《驯龙高手》系列太酷了，尤其是第 23 辑《影龙的诅咒》，它告诉我们，巨大的阴影笼罩着天空，蔓延到每个王国。全世界的魔法师都在失去他们的魔力！德雷克和琴能否阻止天空的阴影，还是世界将彻底陷入黑暗？

Graphic novels are also a favorite with students, especially the Wings of Fire fantasy series by Tui T. Sutherland! Set in a world inhabited by different dragon tribes, these stories are created with dragons as the main characters and are filled with dreams, courage, and adventure.
在漫画书方面，《火之翼》是萨瑟兰创作的系列奇幻小说，故事背景设定在一个由不同龙组成的世界，是第一部以龙为角色创作的奇幻儿童文学作品，充满了梦想、勇气和冒险。

Life can be a bummer, but author Liz Climo knows people need to laugh. Through charming illustrations and simple, engaging text, Climo conveys a heartwarming message about self-acceptance and the importance of being there for friends.
生活可能很无奈，但Climo知道人们需要欢笑。通过迷人的插图和简单、引人入胜的文字，Climo传达了关于自我接纳和陪伴朋友的温馨故事。

Lonely Planet is an exceptional travel guide series that offers insightful recommendations for destinations around the globe. It is an invaluable resource for making the most of your travels. Take it with your winter travel!
《Lonely Planet》是一套出色的旅游指南系列，为全球各地的旅游目的地提供独到的建议。作为出门旅行的宝贵资源，它是一本不错的春节旅行伙伴！

Written by Atia Abawi, A Land of Permanent Goodbyes is a powerful and poignant novel that tells the story of a young Syrian boy named Kanishka, who is forced to flee his homeland due to the brutal realities of war. Highly recommended for anyone seeking a profound and emotional literary experience.
Atia Abawi写的这本小说震撼人心，讲述了一个名叫
Kanishka
的叙利亚男孩因残酷的战争而被迫逃离家园的故事。强烈推荐给那些寻求深刻情感文学体验的人。

Escape from Mr. Lemoncello’s Library by Chris Grabenstein is a fast-paced and imaginative adventure where a group of kids must solve puzzles and riddles to escape a fantastical, high-tech library. Perfect for fans of games and mysteries, this book is a celebration of creativity, teamwork, and the love of books.
克里斯-格拉本斯坦所著的《逃离莱蒙塞洛先生的图书馆》是一部节奏明快、充满想象力的冒险故事。书中一群孩子们必须解开谜题和谜语，才能逃离一座奇幻的高科技图书馆。对于喜爱游戏和悬疑类作品的读者来说，这本书再合适不过了。它颂扬了创造力、团队合作以及对书籍的热爱。

Starfish by Lisa Fipps is a poignant and empowering novel in verse about Ellie, a girl who learns to stand up to body shaming and embrace her true self. With raw emotion and heartfelt honesty, this story inspires readers to celebrate self-acceptance and the courage to set boundaries.
丽莎·菲普斯所著的《海星》是一部凄美而又充满力量的诗体小说，讲述了一个名叫艾莉的女孩，她学会勇敢面对身体羞辱，并拥抱真实自我的故事。这部作品饱含真挚情感，以坦诚之心，激励读者去赞美自我接纳以及勇于设定界限的精神。

Savvy by Ingrid Law is a magical and heartwarming tale about discovering your unique talents, navigating family bonds, and finding courage in the face of challenges. Filled with adventure and unforgettable characters, this story celebrates the power of individuality and the importance of family.
英格丽德·劳所著的《灵力》是一个神奇而感人的故事，它讲述了发掘自身独特才能、处理家庭关系以及在面对挑战时鼓起勇气的经历。这个故事充满了冒险情节和令人难忘的人物，弘扬了个性的力量和家庭的重要性。

Cinder by Marissa Meyer is a thrilling sci-fi retelling of Cinderella, where a skilled mechanic and cyborg must uncover secrets about her past to save a futuristic world from a deadly plague and a ruthless Lunar queen. Packed with action, intrigue, and romance, this captivating story reimagines a classic fairy tale with an innovative twist.
玛丽莎・梅尔所著的《月族》是一部惊心动魄的科幻小说。在故事中，一位技艺精湛的机械师兼机器改造人必须揭开自己过往的秘密，才能从一场致命的瘟疫以及一位冷酷无情的月球女王手中拯救未来世界。这部引人入胜的作品充满了动作场面、阴谋诡计以及浪漫情节，它以创新的方式重新演绎了经典童话。

Dragon Hoops by Gene Luen Yang is an inspiring graphic memoir that follows the journey of a high school basketball team chasing their first state championship, while exploring themes of teamwork, resilience, and personal growth. With vivid illustrations and heartfelt storytelling, Yang captures the excitement of the game and the deeper stories behind the players and their coach.
杨谨伦所著的《Dragon Hoops》是一本鼓舞人心的图画回忆录，讲述了一支高中篮球队追逐首个州冠军的历程。同时探讨了团队合作、坚韧不拔以及个人成长等主题。凭借生动的插画和饱含真情的叙事，杨谨伦捕捉到了比赛的激情以及球员和教练背后更深层次的故事。

Frankly in Love by David Yoon is a heartfelt and witty coming-of-age story about Frank Li, a Korean American teen navigating first love, family expectations, and cultural identity. With humor and emotional depth, this novel explores the complexities of growing up caught between two worlds.
大卫・尹所著的《坦白说爱》是一部情感真挚、诙谐幽默的成长故事。讲述了韩裔美国少年弗兰克・李在初恋、家庭期望以及文化认同方面摸索前行的经历。这部小说凭借幽默的笔触和深刻的情感，探究了在两种不同世界之间成长的复杂故事。