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Promoting & improving library services to children & young people, & supporting those who serve them in TxLA. Sponsors the Texas Bluebonnet Award, Texas 2x2 Reading List, and Little Maverick Graphic Novel Reading List. https://linktr.ee/CRTxLA

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Current List - Texas Library Association The Little Maverick Graphic Novel Reading List is a recommended reading list designed for children in grades K-5. The purpose of the list is to encourage students to explore [โ€ฆ]

๐Ÿ“š๏ธ๐Ÿค For the full 2026 Little Maverick Graphic Novel Reading List,โ€ฏvisit txla.org/reading-list...
#littlemavericklist #kidsgraphicnovels

01.03.2026 18:02 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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โœจ๏ธLittle Mav Spotlightโœจ๏ธ
"How to Talk to Your Succulent" by Zoe Persico * Grades 3-5 * Genre: Magical realism๐Ÿฅ€

With a bit of magic, this debut graphic novel explores the challenges of navigating grief and the power of communication to help the healing process.
#kidsgraphicnovels #littlemavericklist

01.03.2026 18:02 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Find the perfect Gateway Books to fuel independent reading for young readers! Monday, March 30, 1:00-2:00 PM #EarlyFiction #ReadingTips #IndependentReading #CRTxLA

01.03.2026 17:02 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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โœจ๏ธLittle Mav Spotlightโœจ๏ธ
"Max, a Little Axolotl" by Joey Spiotto * Grades K-5 * Genre: Animal fantasy, humor๐ŸŒŠ๐Ÿฆ€

This silly and sweet graphic novel explores themes of friendship, nature conservation, and so much more!

๐Ÿ“š๏ธ๐Ÿค  txla.org/reading-list...
#littlemavericklist #kidsgraphicnovels

28.02.2026 18:03 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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It's Tales and Tinker Time! Get hands-on with story-inspired maker fun! Monday, March 30, 11:30 - 12:30 PM #MakerFun #TinkerTime #CRTxLA

28.02.2026 16:01 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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True Stories, Big Ideas: Discover how nonfiction supports learning! Monday, March 30, 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM #Nonfiction #LearningSupport #BigIdeas #CRTxLA

27.02.2026 17:03 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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If You Make a Call on a Banana Phone by Gideon Sterer

๐Ÿ“ž๐ŸŒ Ring ringโ€ฆ is that a BANANA?! What happens when a banana becomes a phone? Friendships grow & imagination takes over! This silly story sparks giggles while playfully exploring cause & effectโ€”a perfect interactive read-aloud for curious minds.

27.02.2026 16:03 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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I Hate Everything! by Sophy Henn

๐Ÿ‘ป๐Ÿ’ญ This grumpy ghost thinks the world is the worstโ€ฆ until a kind friend helps him talk it out.

A sweet, funny story about big feelings, friendship, & realizing emotions donโ€™t last forever.
Perfect for storytime laughs & gentle SEL conversations! ๐Ÿ’›

26.02.2026 16:04 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Current List - Texas Library Association The Little Maverick Graphic Novel Reading List is a recommended reading list designed for children in grades K-5. The purpose of the list is to encourage students to explore [โ€ฆ]

๐Ÿ“š๏ธ๐Ÿค For the full 2026 Little Maverick Graphic Novel Reading List, visit txla.org/reading-list...

#littlemavericklist #kidsgraphicnovels

26.02.2026 03:00 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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โœจ๏ธLittle Mav Spotlightโœจ๏ธ
"Free Piano (Not Haunted)" by Whitney Gardner * Grades 3-5 * Genre: Spooky๐ŸŽน๐Ÿ‘ป๐ŸŽต

A big-hearted and spooky coming-of-age story about an aspiring songwriter who partners with the 80s pop star haunting her secondhand piano. A great option for fans of not-so-scary stories!

26.02.2026 03:00 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Learn the Power of Picture Books for the classroom in this insightful panel! Monday, March 30, 10:00 - 11:00 AM #PictureBooks #CRTxLA

25.02.2026 20:01 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Ready for a mix of LOL ๐Ÿ˜‚ to OMG ๐Ÿ˜ณ? Dive into humor and horror in Middle Grade Fiction! Monday, March 30, 10:00 - 11:00 AM #MGFiction #HorrorMGfiction #HumorMGfiction #CRTxLA

25.02.2026 19:02 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Unlock the Power of Story at this special event! Don't miss out! Sunday, March 29, 12:30 - 1:30 PM #PowerofStory #CRTxLA

24.02.2026 17:05 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Every Monday Mabel by Jashar Awan

Mabel LOVES Mondays! Why? Because the garbage truck is coming!

With joyful colors, big sounds, & lots of heart, Mabel celebrates loving what you loveโ€”no matter what anyone else thinks. A perfect pick for storytime & joyful reads.

#PictureBookLove

24.02.2026 16:01 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Get ready for some Read-Aloud Rockstars!๐Ÿ“š Join the Texas 2x2 Book List Showcase Sunday, March 29th @ 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM #CRTxLA #TX2x2 #2x2BookShowcase

23.02.2026 16:15 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Current List - Texas Library Association The Little Maverick Graphic Novel Reading List is a recommended reading list designed for children in grades K-5. The purpose of the list is to encourage students to explore [โ€ฆ]


๐Ÿ“š๏ธ๐Ÿค For the full 2026 Little Maverick Graphic Novel Reading List, visit txla.org/reading-list...

22.02.2026 18:01 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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โœจ๏ธLittle Mav Spotlightโœจ๏ธ
"Dream On" by Shannon Hale, illustrated by Marcela Cespedes * Grades 3-5 * Genre: Realistic fiction๐Ÿค”๐Ÿ’ฐ๏ธ๐Ÿ’ญ

Could winning a sweepstakes solve all Cassie's problems? A wholesome and sensitive story of hope, friendship, and heartfelt wishes.
#littlemavericklist #kidsgraphicnovels

22.02.2026 18:01 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Current List - Texas Library Association The Little Maverick Graphic Novel Reading List is a recommended reading list designed for children in grades K-5. The purpose of the list is to encourage students to explore [โ€ฆ]


๐Ÿ“š๏ธ๐Ÿค For the full 2026 Little Maverick Graphic Novel Reading List, visit txla.org/reading-list...

#littlemavericklist #kidsgraphicnovels

21.02.2026 18:01 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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โœจ๏ธLittle Mav Spotlightโœจ๏ธ
"Junie B Jones and the Stupid Smelly Bus: The Graphic Novel" by Barbara Park, adapted by Colleen A. F. Venable, illustrated by Honie Beam * Grades K-5 * Genre: Humor ๐ŸšŒ๐Ÿ˜†

A full-color adaptation that bring Junie B. to life for a new generation of readers!
#kidsgraphicnovels

21.02.2026 18:01 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Current List - Texas Library Association The Little Maverick Graphic Novel Reading List is a recommended reading list designed for children in grades K-5. The purpose of the list is to encourage students to explore [โ€ฆ]


๐Ÿ“š๏ธ๐Ÿค For the full 2026 Little Maverick Graphic Novel Reading List, visit txla.org/reading-list...

20.02.2026 18:04 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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โœจ๏ธLittle Mav Spotlightโœจ๏ธ
"Creaky Acres" by Calista Brill, illustrated by Nilah Magruder * Grades 3-5 * Genre: Realistic, Sports๐Ÿดโค๏ธ

A heartfelt story about being the new kid, making new friends, and learning to trust yourself through the power of horseback riding.
#littlemavericklist #kidsgraphicnovels

20.02.2026 18:04 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Earl & Worm: The Bad Idea & Other Stories by Greg Pizzolix

Opposites make the best friends! ๐Ÿฆ๐Ÿชฑ
Three short, funny stories about music, books, & learning meet in the middleโ€”perfect for classrooms & libraries. ๐Ÿ“šโœจ

#FriendshipStories #KidsBooks #StorytimeMagic

19.02.2026 16:03 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Don't Trust Fish by Neil Sharpson

๐ŸŸ๐Ÿ“š Attention, Texas Readers! ๐Ÿ“š๐ŸŸ

Are fish really that friendlyโ€ฆ or not? ๐Ÿค”
Donโ€™t Trust Fish flips a nature book on its fin with laugh-out-loud โ€œfactsโ€ and sneaky humor. A storytime hit for ages 3โ€“7!

#DontTrustFish #PictureBookFun #StorytimeLaughs

17.02.2026 16:03 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Current List - Texas Library Association The Little Maverick Graphic Novel Reading List is a recommended reading list designed for children in grades K-5. The purpose of the list is to encourage students to explore [โ€ฆ]


โญ๏ธStarred titles received a unanimous vote from the selection committee!

๐Ÿ“š๏ธ๐Ÿค For the full 2026 Little Maverick Graphic Novel Reading List, visit txla.org/reading-list...

#littlemavericklist #kidsgraphicnovels

16.02.2026 18:03 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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โœจ๏ธLittle Mav Spotlightโœจ๏ธ
"Dino Poet" by Tom Angleberger * Grades K-2 * Genre: Humor, Poetry๐Ÿฆ–โœ๏ธ๐Ÿธ

Learning about poetry has never been more fun or more life-threatening! One dino's quest to write the first-ever great poem will educate as much as it entertains!
#littlemavericklist #kidsgraphicnovels

16.02.2026 18:03 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Current List - Texas Library Association The Little Maverick Graphic Novel Reading List is a recommended reading list designed for children in grades K-5. The purpose of the list is to encourage students to explore [โ€ฆ]


๐Ÿ“š๏ธ๐Ÿค For the full 2026 Little Maverick Graphic Novel Reading List, visit txla.org/reading-list...

#littlemavericklist #kidsgraphicnovels

15.02.2026 18:02 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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โœจ๏ธLittle Mav Spotlightโœจ๏ธ
"Chickenpox" by Remy Lai * Grades 3-5 * Genre: Realistic, Humor๐Ÿค’๐Ÿ˜ซ

Being the oldest of five is hard on a good day, but struggles reach a new whole level when everyone gets sick! Will big sis Abby lose her mind or find a bright side to her "wild zoo" family?
#kidsgraphicnovels

15.02.2026 18:02 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 2    ๐Ÿ” 1    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Current List - Texas Library Association The Little Maverick Graphic Novel Reading List is a recommended reading list designed for children in grades K-5. The purpose of the list is to encourage students to explore [โ€ฆ]

โญ๏ธStarred titles received a unanimous vote from the selection committee!

๐Ÿ“š๏ธ๐Ÿค For the full 2026 Little Maverick Graphic Novel Reading List, visit txla.org/reading-list...

14.02.2026 18:02 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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โœจ๏ธLittle Mav Spotlightโœจ๏ธ
"Detective Beans & the Case of the Missing Hat" by Li Chen * Grades K-5 * Genre: Mystery, Humor๐Ÿ˜บ๐Ÿ”Ž

Detecting without a hat? It's unprofessional! Following the clues leads this young sleuth on a wild chase filled with zany folks. Purrfect for mystery lovers!
#kidsgraphicnovels

14.02.2026 18:02 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Cranky Crabby Crow Saves the World by Corey Tabor

๐Ÿค ๐Ÿ“š Crow doesnโ€™t want to play. Or share. Or talk. ๐Ÿฆ๐Ÿ™…โ™‚๏ธ
Before heโ€™s all alone, the truth comes outโ€”heโ€™s got a world-saving mission! ๐ŸŒโœจ
A hilarious, heartwarming read-aloud.

#PictureBookLove #StorytimeFun #animalheroes

13.02.2026 16:03 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0