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Best Friends in Training #3
Cat Wishes
Calista Brill
For the child who meets every surprise with a healthy dose of skepticism, this dryly funny tale shows that the best gift
Ages 4–8
It Was a Dark, Dark Night
Nancy White Carlstrom
For the child who hears every creak and bump when the sun goes down. A nervous frog discovers that nighttime shadows are
Ages 4–7
Seesaw Girl
Linda Sue Park
For the child who feels limited by rules and longs to explore. A young girl in 17th-century Korea dares to look past the
Ages 8–12
Calico Captive
Elizabeth George Speare
For the young reader navigating a major life upheaval, this gripping tale of a colonial girl's capture and journey explo
Ages 10–14
Grandfather's Christmas Camp
Marc McCutcheon
For the child worried about a lost pet, this snowy quest celebrates the special bond between a girl and her grandfather
Ages 4–8
Gooney Bird Greene #1
Gooney Bird Greene
Lois Lowry
For the child who feels like an outsider or loves the spotlight, this story celebrates the power of self-confidence and
Ages 7–10
The Upstairs Cat
Karla Kuskin
For the child struggling with constant bickering or competition, this rhythmic tale shows how endless fighting is often
Ages 4–8
Monster Baby
Dian Curtis Regan
For the child who feels like an outsider or is adjusting to a new family dynamic. This gentle story explores how love an
Ages 4–8
Courtyard Cat
Carole S. Adler
For the child grappling with the heavy weight of 'what if' after a family accident or a difficult move to a new city.
Ages 8–12
Five Little Monkeys #4
Five Little Monkeys Bake a Birthday Cake
Eileen Christelow
For the child who wants to help but might cause a little chaos, this story celebrates the sweet intent behind big, messy
Ages 3–7
Cartons, Cans, and Orange Peels Where Does Your Garbage Go?
Joanna Foster
For the child who asks where their snack wrapper goes after it hits the bin, this guide reveals the hidden world of land
Ages 8–12
It Does Not Say Meow, and Other Animal Riddle Rhymes
Beatrice Schenk de Regniers
For the curious toddler or preschooler who loves guessing games, these rhyming clues turn storytime into an interactive
Ages 3–7
Angels Sweep the Desert Floor: Bible Legends about Moses in the Wilderness
Miriam Chaikin
For the child curious about how the unseen hand of the divine supports us during difficult journeys and long waits for a
Ages 8–12
Daphne's Book
Mary Downing Hahn
For the child navigating social cliques or learning to look past appearances, this story explores the weight of keeping
Ages 9–12
The Ghost Children
Eve Bunting
For the child navigating the heavy fog of grief or moving to an unfamiliar home, this mystery explores how we hold onto
Ages 8–12
Riding the Tiger
Eve Bunting
For the child adjusting to a new sibling through adoption, this gentle story explores the fear of being replaced and the
Ages 4–8
Holiday Mice #4
Fourth of July Mice!
Bethany Roberts
For the child preparing for their first big town celebration, this rhythmic tale helps little ones know exactly what to
Ages 3–6
Greening the City Streets The Story of Community Gardens
Barbara A. Huff
For the child who wonders how a messy vacant lot can become a vibrant park. This photo essay explores how city neighbors
Ages 8–12
Immortal Lycanthropes
Hal Johnson
For the middle schooler who feels like an outsider, this darkly funny adventure explores finding your place when your id
Ages 10–14
Alia Waking
Laura Williams McCaffrey
For the child beginning to question the rules and traditions they grew up with, this story explores the power of empathy
Ages 10–14
Beanball
Gene Fehler
For the teen athlete facing a sudden, life-changing injury. Explore the complex journey of physical recovery and the emo
Ages 12–17
Gordy Smith #2
Following My Own Footsteps
Mary Downing Hahn
For the child grappling with a difficult home life or learning to manage a quick temper, this story offers a path toward
Ages 10–14
Great Episodes
Guns for General Washington
Seymour Reit
For the child discovering that big tasks require grit and collaboration. This story highlights the determination needed
Ages 8–12
Arabel and Mortimer #1
Arabel's Raven
Joan Aiken
For the family adjusting to a chaotic new pet or a child who loves a troublemaker, this story celebrates finding love in
Ages 7–10
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