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Claude the Dog #1
Claude the Dog: A Christmas Story
Dick Gackenbach
For the child learning that the joy of Christmas comes from what we give rather than what we get, even when it means par
Ages 3–7
Jon, Flora, and the Odd-eyed Cat
Stella Pevsner
For the child feeling isolated by a long recovery or a big move, this story explores the power of friendship and finding
Ages 10–14
Cloud Nine
Norman Silver
For the child who feels overwhelmed by a busy house and needs a quiet place to breathe before coming back to the people
Ages 4–8
The Wilde Island Chronicles #1
Dragon's Keep
Janet Lee Carey
For the teenager who feels they must hide a part of themselves to be accepted, this story explores the weight of secrets
Ages 12–17
Hear the Wind Blow
Mary Downing Hahn
For the child grappling with heavy historical topics or the realities of loss, this story follows siblings navigating a
Ages 10–14
Shirley Climo's Folktales & Myths #5
Atalanta's Race
Shirley Climo
For the child who values their independence and feels pressure to conform to traditional roles. This myth celebrates a g
Ages 7–10
Meeting the Make-out King
Lynn Cullen
For the middle-schooler feeling the weight of the 'cool crowd' and navigating the pressure to grow up faster than they a
Ages 10–14
Nature Books
Where the Bald Eagles Gather
Dorothy Hinshaw Patent
For the child captivated by the wild, this photo-essay explores the seasonal migration of bald eagles and the scientists
Ages 8–12
Dinosaur Parents, Dinosaur Young Uncovering the Mystery of Dinosaur Families
Kathleen Weidner Zoehfeld
For the child who wonders if dinosaurs lived in families just like we do. Explore the prehistoric science of how T-Rex a
Ages 8–12
The Bald Eagle Returns
Dorothy Hinshaw Patent
For the nature-loving child concerned about the environment, this hopeful look at the bald eagle's recovery shows how pe
Ages 8–12
The Caged Graves
Dianne K. Salerni
For the teenager navigating family secrets or a new community, this Gothic mystery explores how uncovering the past help
Ages 12–17
Tae's Sonata
Haemi Balgassi
For the middle schooler navigating the tension between their heritage and the desire to fit in while managing their firs
Ages 10–14
The Counterfeit Princess
Jane Resh Thomas
For the young reader processing feelings of loss and seeking a sense of purpose through courage and loyalty in the face
Ages 10–14
Chavela and the Magic Bubble
Monica Brown
For the child curious about where everyday things come from, this magical journey connects a favorite treat to ancestral
Ages 4–8
Face at the Edge of the World
Eve Bunting
For the teenager grappling with the sudden loss of a friend, this mystery explores the weight of unanswered questions an
Ages 12–17
Bread and Roses, Too
Katherine Paterson
For the child grappling with the concept of fairness and why people stand up for their rights even when it's scary and d
Ages 10–14
Workshop
Andrew Clements
For the child who loves to watch how things are made and wants to know the names and 'personalities' of the tools in a w
Ages 4–8
The Aquarium Book
George Ancona
For the child who wonders how sharks and penguins live in the middle of a city, this behind the scenes look reveals the
Ages 7–11
The Morning Chair
Barbara M. Joosse
For the child facing a big transition, this gentle story shows how bringing a piece of home along can make a strange new
Ages 4–8
Five Little Monkeys #2
Five Little Monkeys Sitting in a Tree
Eileen Christelow
For the spirited toddler who loves to push boundaries and needs a playful way to learn about consequences and safety thr
Ages 2–5
Crankee Doodle
Tom Angleberger
For the child who loves to argue or asks 'why' about every silly song, this hilarious dialogue brings a cranky patriot a
Ages 4–8
Sydney #1
Dog for a Day
Dick Gackenbach
For the child who wonders what it would be like to walk in their pet's paws, this silly story explores the chaos of a ba
Ages 4–8
Bedtime Bunnies
Wendy Watson
For the toddler who needs a calming transition from playtime to pajamas, this rhythmic story follows a bunny family thro
Ages 2–5
We Sing the City
Mary Beth Lundgren
For children discovering the rhythm of their own neighborhoods, this poetic celebration honors the vibrant sights, sound
Ages 4–8
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