The 2016 Newbery Medal

Summary: Twelve-year-old Astrid faces a summer of change when her best friend Nicole chooses dance camp over roller derby. As Astrid struggles to keep up with older derby girls, she must also confront the drifting friendship and the daunting world of junior high. With her first roller derby bout approaching, Astrid wonders if she has the strength to tackle these challenges and embrace her new identity. Will she find her place in the rink and in life, or will the summer's trials prove too much? Discover a tale of resilience and friendship in this inspiring graphic novel.

Summary: During World War II, ten-year-old Ada escapes her abusive mother to join her brother in the countryside. Taken in by Susan, Ada discovers new freedoms, learning to ride a pony and read. As she watches for German spies, Ada's bond with Susan grows. But will this newfound family withstand the war's challenges, or will Ada be forced back into her mother's grasp? A tale of resilience and hope unfolds as Ada fights for a life beyond her one-room prison.

Summary: In a forbidden forest, Otto encounters three sisters and a mysterious harmonica. Decades later, Friedrich in Germany, Mike in Pennsylvania, and Ivy in California find their lives intertwined by this same harmonica. Each faces a daunting challenge: rescuing a father, protecting a brother, or holding a family together. As their stories unfold, destiny pulls them toward a shared fate. What secrets does the harmonica hold, and how will it unite them? Discover a tale where music bridges time and space, weaving a symphony of hope and courage.