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Dawn of Fear
Susan Cooper
For the child grappling with the realization that the world isn't always safe: a moving look at how sudden loss changes
Ages 9–12
Gertrude the Bulldog #1
Gertrude, the Bulldog Detective
Eileen Christelow
For the curious child who is always keeping an eye on the neighborhood. This funny detective story explores what happens
Ages 4–8
Owen Foote #5
Owen Foote, Mighty Scientist
Stephanie Greene
For the young explorer who loves experiments but feels nervous about school bullies and the pressure of the big science
Ages 6–9
Left Or Right?
Karl Rehm, Kay Koike
Help your little one master the tricky concept of left and right through engaging visual puzzles and bright, real-world
Ages 3–7
Tom Thumb The Remarkable True Story of a Man in Miniature
George Sullivan
For the child who feels different or stands out from the crowd, this biography explores the life of a world-famous perfo
Ages 8–12
A Book of Your Own: Keeping a Diary or Journal
Carla Stevens
For the child seeking a safe place to express their thoughts, this guide provides the tools and inspiration to begin a l
Ages 8–13
The Funniest Man in Baseball
Audrey Vernick
For the child who feels like they don't quite fit the standard mold. Discover how a baseball player turned his 'clumsy'
Ages 4–9
Paul Galdone Nursery Classics
Three Little Kittens
Paul Galdone
For the little one learning that making a mess is okay as long as we fix our mistakes. A classic nursery rhyme about thr
Ages 2–5
Cowboy Sam and Those Confounded Secrets
Kitty Griffin, Kathy Combs
For the child who struggles to keep a secret or feels the physical pressure of holding onto a big surprise. A tall-tale
Ages 4–8
Henry (D.B. Johnson) #3
Henry Climbs a Mountain
D.B. Johnson
For the child questioning why rules exist or feeling frustrated by unfairness. This story uses a bear's imagination to e
Ages 4–8
Magid Fasts for Ramadan
Mary Matthews
For the child who wants to feel like a 'big kid' by participating in family traditions, even when they are told they are
Ages 6–10
Little New Kangaroo
Bernard Wiseman
For the generous child who loves to include everyone. This playful tale explores the joy of hospitality and the humorous
Ages 3–7
Piñatas and Paper Flowers
Lila Perl, Alma Flor Ada
For children curious about their heritage or classmates' traditions, this bilingual guide brings the vibrant holidays of
Ages 8–12
Brother of Mine
Chris Westwood
For the teen navigating the shadow of a sibling, this tense novel explores how deep-seated envy and comparison can push
Ages 12–17
Albert the Running Bear #1
The Adventures of Albert, the Running Bear
Barbara Isenberg, Susan Wolf
For the child who feels like a fish out of water or finds themselves in accidental adventures. Albert the Bear navigates
Ages 4–8
Baby Dot
Margery Cuyler
For the child struggling to adapt to preschool routines or acting out to get their way. A relatable look at school jitte
Ages 3–7
The Gingerbread Boy
Paul Galdone
For the child who loves spirited chase scenes and the fun of joining in on a recurring chant. A classic tale of independ
Ages 3–7
The Fields and the Hills #1
The Journey, Once Begun
Harald Bakken
For the child who feels like an outsider because of their unique sensitivities, this story follows an orphan finding a f
Ages 10–14
Mike Mulligan #1
Mike Mulligan and His Steam Shovel
Virginia Lee Burton
For the child feeling left behind by new things or the parent teaching that everyone, no matter how old-fashioned, has a
Ages 4–8
A Wizard from the Start: The Incredible Boyhood and Amazing Inventions of Thomas Edison
Don Brown
For the inquisitive child who constantly takes things apart, this biography of Thomas Edison shows how childhood curiosi
Ages 6–9
Alphabet Acrostics #3
Summer: An Alphabet Acrostic
Steven Schnur
Celebrate the warmth and wonder of the sunniest season through clever wordplay and beautiful woodcut art that captures c
Ages 4–8
Bats #1
Bats at the Beach
Brian Lies
For the child who needs a playful perspective shift to see the magic in the dark. This nocturnal adventure turns a typic
Ages 4–8
Diary of a Wombat #3
Christmas Wombat
Jackie French
For the child who loves a funny animal hero, this cheeky holiday diary follows a determined wombat on a single-minded qu
Ages 3–7
Wild Willie Mystery #2
Ghost Trap
Barbara M. Joosse
For the child who is nervous about a new house or suspicious of strange noises in the dark. A gentle mystery about frien
Ages 6–9
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