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We Are Best Friends
Aliki
For a child whose best friend is moving, this gentle story helps navigate the sadness and shows how to make new friends
Ages 4–8
King of the Sticks #1
King of the sticks
Ivan Southall
For readers who champion the underdog, this historical adventure explores courage and resilience in the face of unexpect
Ages 9–12
Those Summers
Aliki
For families longing for warm weather and beach days, this book beautifully captures the simple joys of childhood summer
Ages 4–8
Truck and Loader
Helen R. Haddad
For the child who is fascinated by every passing construction site and wants to know exactly how heavy machinery works t
Ages 6–9
Goodbye, Max
Holly Keller
For the child struggling to say goodbye to a beloved pet and feeling unready to welcome a new one.
Ages 4–8
Leo and Emily #1
Leo and Emily
Franz Brandenberg
For the child learning to navigate the give and take of close friendships and the joy of working together on a creative
Ages 4–8
Never Say Ugh to a Bug
Norma Farber
For the child who shrieks at every spider or ant, these playful poems transform 'ugh' into 'ooh' by celebrating the beau
Ages 4–8
The Tale of Thomas Mead
Pat Hutchins
For the stubborn child who thinks they don't need to learn to read. This humorous rhyming tale shows how ignoring signs
Ages 4–8
A Fisher
Douglas Florian
For the curious child who loves forest animals and wants to know more about the mysterious weasel family. A gentle intro
Ages 4–8
Enchanted Glass
Diana Wynne Jones
For the child navigating a sudden life change or feeling like an outsider, this magical tale offers a sense of belonging
Ages 10–14
The Wizard
Jack Prelutsky
For the child who loves the thrill of a slightly spooky tale, this rhythmic poem sparks the imagination with magical tra
Ages 4–8
A Few Fair Days
Jane Gardam
For the child who enjoys quiet exploration and the slow magic of everyday life. A nostalgic look at a 1920s childhood by
Ages 8–12
Mr. Hacker
James Stevenson
For the child or adult feeling the weight of a big life change, this gentle story shows how unexpected companionship can
Ages 6–9
The Pigs are Flying!
Emily Rodda
For the child who feels bored with everyday life and longs for a spark of magic to liven up a rainy afternoon spent stuc
Ages 8–12
The Big Hello
Janet Schulman
For the child feeling lonely in a new neighborhood or processing the stress of a big move. A gentle story about finding
Ages 5–8
The Cardboard Piano
Lynne Rae Perkins
For the child who feels pressured to like the same things as their best friend. A gentle look at how having different ho
Ages 4–8
Harry #1
Harry's Visit
Barbara Ann Porte
For the child who feels anxious about visiting new places or meeting their parents' friends, this story shows how a rock
Ages 6–9
The Crumb
Jean Slaughter Doty
For the young rider who dreams of the show ring, this realistic look at equestrian life explores the pressure of competi
Ages 8–12
And Nobody Knew They Were There
Otto R. Salassi
For the teen exploring how to navigate high-stakes responsibility when the adult world's rules stop making sense.
Ages 12–16
Don't You Know There's a War On?
Avi
For the child who wants to know how they can help in big moments, this memoir captures the sense of purpose and wonder i
Ages 5–9
Mud Flat #2
Heat Wave at Mud Flat
James Stevenson
For the child feeling drained by a long summer heat wave, these gentle animal stories find humor and patience in waiting
Ages 6–9
Reflections
Ann Jonas
For the child who loves to look closer and imagine the impossible. This wordless journey challenges perspective by trans
Ages 4–8
Field Day Friday
Judith Caseley
For the child who struggles with being a 'sore loser' or feels a sting of envy when a close friend wins a trophy they wa
Ages 4–8
World Water Watch
Michelle Koch
For the child who loves ocean creatures and is starting to ask how they can help the planet. Explore the real-world chal
Ages 4–8
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