Summer of the Tree Army: A Civilian Conservation Corps Story
Written by Gloria Whelan and Illustrated by Kirbi Fagan | Sleeping Bear Press | March 15, 2021 | 9781585363858 | Reinforced | $17.99
In Depression-era northern Michigan, a young boy meets a teenager serving in the Civilian Conservation Corps, the work relief program established by President Franklin D. Roosevelt to employ millions of young men during the Great Depression. When a fire threatens the forest, Roosevelt's "Tree Army" springs into action. Read more.

Meet a Librarian!
In Our Neighborhood Series
Written by AnnMarie Anderson and Illustrated by Lisa Hunt | Children’s Press | February 1, 2021 | 9780531136812 | Library Binding | $25.00
Join Emma and Theo as they meet a librarian in their community! Emma and Theo were working together on a class project about shark's teeth. A trip to their school library and the local branch put the kids in touch with two librarians who were more than happy to help. Read More