Ben Casselman

A heartwarming fable about a dreamer and poet mouse named Frederick who gathers sun rays, colors, and words for the cold winter days ahead while his fellow field mice gather food. When the food runs out, it's Frederick's endless store of supplies that feeds their spirits and warms their hearts. This Caldecott Honor winning book is a must-read for all ages.

In #Republic, Cass Sunstein examines how the internet is creating new threats to democracy by fragmenting and polarizing political discussion. He explains how social media companies, cybercascades, and confirmation bias can all contribute to this problem. Sunstein proposes practical changes to make the internet friendlier to democratic discussion and promote exposure to diverse ideas. This eye-opening book is a must-read for anyone looking to understand modern democracy in the age of the internet.