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The Stone Silenus
Jane Yolen
For the teenager navigating the surreal landscape of profound loss and wondering if the person they've lost is still wit
Ages 12–17
My Uncle Emily
Jane Yolen
For the child who struggles with telling the truth or feels misunderstood by adults, this story explores the difference
Ages 6–10
A Magic Lantern Fairy Tale #1
Guleesh and the King of France's Daughter
Neil Philip
For the child enchanted by magic and hidden worlds, this Irish legend explores how one person's bravery can break a spel
Ages 6–10
The Alfred Summer
Jan Slepian
For the child who feels like an outsider, this classic story shows how shared goals and deep friendships can help overco
Ages 9–12
There Was a Man Who Loved a Rat and Other Vile Little Poems
Gerda Rovetch
For the child who delights in the icky and unusual, these rhythmic nonsense poems celebrate eccentric characters and hil
Ages 6–10
The Lost Years of Merlin #3
The Fires of Merlin
T. A. Barron
For the child grappling with new responsibilities or the fear of losing their unique talents as they grow into a more co
Ages 10–14
The Great Gum Drop Robbery
Russell Hoban
For the child who uses vivid imagination to navigate family life and sibling competition. This story celebrates the powe
Ages 3–7
Neptune Rising Songs and Tales of the Undersea Folk
Jane Yolen
For the child enchanted by the mysteries of the deep, these lyrical stories and poems explore the wonder, loneliness, an
Ages 9–12
Calling All Minds: How to Think and Create Like an Inventor
Temple Grandin
For the child who thinks in pictures or loves to take things apart, this guide celebrates neurodivergent minds and encou
Ages 8–12
Boy of the Painted Cave #2
Land of the Thundering Herds
Justin Denzel
For the child who marvels at the ancient world, this immersive journey explores how different creatures find their place
Ages 8–12
Here a Little Child I Stand
Cynthia Mitchell
For the child learning to find magic and meaning in small moments, this gentle collection of poetry nurtures a sense of
Ages 3–8
A Christmas Tree for Pyn
Olivier Dunrea
For the child trying to connect with a quiet or reserved parent, this gentle tale shows how persistence and holiday magi
Ages 3–7
Have You Seen My Cat?
Eric Carle
For the child who is feeling the worry of a lost pet or loves discovering different animals around the world.
Ages 2–5
Edie
Edie Is Ever So Helpful
Sophy Henn
For the child whose big heart and high energy sometimes lead to giant messes. Help your little one see that their good i
Ages 3–7
Birdbrain Amos, Mr. Fun
Michael Clark Delaney
For the child who feels like they are losing their friend to someone else. Amos the hippo learns to navigate jealousy wh
Ages 7–10
High as a Hawk: A Brave Girl's Historic Climb
T. A. Barron
For the child honoring a loved one's memory through a big goal. This true story of an eight-year-old girl's mountain cli
Ages 6–10
But No Candy
Gloria Houston
For the child noticing that the world feels different or less certain lately, this gentle story uses everyday changes to
Ages 5–9
Ernest Nister's Antique Moving Picture Books
The Animal's Picnic
Ernest Nister
For the child who loves imagining fancy parties, this Victorian-inspired movable book celebrates the joy of gathering fr
Ages 3–8
Roly Goes Exploring
Philip Newth
For the child exploring the world through touch and sight, this tactile journey helps little ones understand shapes and
Ages 3–7
A Gallery of Children
A. A. Milne
For the child who finds magic in the everyday. These gentle tales celebrate the quiet wonder of childhood through imagin
Ages 5–9
Brambly Hedge #6
The Secret Staircase
Jill Barklem
For the curious child who finds magic in the quiet corners of home, this cozy tale of discovery celebrates the wonder of
Ages 4–8
Christopher Counting
Valeri Gorbachev
For the child who has just discovered the magic of numbers and wants to turn every moment into a game. A sweet celebrati
Ages 3–6
Grandpa and the Runaway Shadow
Liz Rosenberg
For the child who struggles with big, grumpy moods and needs to see how their behavior affects those around them, includ
Ages 4–8
The Log of Christopher Columbus: The First Voyage, Spring, Summer, and Fall 1492
Christopher Columbus, Steve Lowe
For the curious student exploring primary sources, this adaptation of Columbus's journals reveals the uncertainty and wo
Ages 7–11
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