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Nickommoh! A Thanksgiving Celebration
Jackie French Koller
For the child curious about the roots of our autumn traditions, this rhythmic journey celebrates the Narragansett harves
Ages 5–9
The Sky Inside #2
The Walls Have Eyes
Clare B. Dunkle
For the middle-schooler navigating a high-pressure world, this sci-fi adventure explores the weight of keeping secrets a
Ages 10–14
Brass Button
Crescent Dragonwagon
For the child who wonders where lost things go, this circular tale shows how we are all connected through the small item
Ages 4–8
Parallel Journeys
Eleanor H. Ayer, Helen Waterford, Alfons Heck
For the teen processing the complexities of history, this memoir examines how two young lives were shaped by opposite si
Ages 12–18
Jazz Owls
Margarita Engle
For the teen processing systemic unfairness, this verse novel explores how a community finds joy in music and dance whil
Ages 12–18
Mogie The Heart of the House
Kathi Appelt
For children navigating the heavy emotions of chronic illness or hospital stays, this true story of a playful pup offers
Ages 4–8
Abraham's Battle: A Novel of Gettysburg
Sara H. Banks
For the child grappling with big questions about duty and courage, this story follows an elderly freed slave who chooses
Ages 8–12
The Story that Cannot be Told
J. Kasper Kramer
For the child curious about history and the secret lives of families living under difficult rules, where stories become
Ages 9–13
Benjamin Pratt & the Keepers of the School #5
We Hold These Truths
Andrew Clements
For the child who loves uncovering secrets in their own backyard. This high-stakes finale celebrates the power of teamwo
Ages 8–12
Tales from the House of Bunnicula #2
Invasion of the Mind Swappers from Asteroid 6!
James Howe
For the child who loves the silly drama of old movies, this campy adventure turns familiar friends into unlikely heroes
Ages 8–12
Peter Pan #1
Peter Pan
J.M. Barrie
For the child who is hesitant about growing up or leaving the magic of childhood behind. This classic tale celebrates th
Ages 8–12
Spencer and His Friends
Barbara Dana
For children who find beauty in quiet moments, this gentle collection of stories nurtures a deep appreciation for animal
Ages 6–9
The Red Thread
Roderick Townley
For the teen navigating a world that feels unpredictable or overwhelming, this mystical journey explores how our hidden
Ages 12–17
You're a Grand Old Flag
George M. Cohan
For the child curious about why we salute the flag, this rhythmic picture book brings a classic patriotic anthem to life
Ages 4–8
Wherever I Go
Mary Wagley Copp
For the child needing to find strength in difficult transitions, this story celebrates how a young girl's vibrant imagin
Ages 4–8
Emily's Art
Peter Catalanotto
For the child who feels discouraged when their creative work is misunderstood or criticized by adults. A gentle guide to
Ages 4–8
The Virtual War Chronologs #2
The Clones
Gloria Skurzynski
For the teen exploring how our choices define us, this story of a boy raising a clone of his former friend tackles deep
Ages 10–14
You're Dead, David Borelli
Susan M. Brown
For the child grappling with a sudden family crisis or feeling like an outsider in a new environment after their world h
Ages 8–12
Sweet Strawberries
Phyllis Reynolds Naylor
For the child who struggles with a pessimistic outlook or a family member who is often in a 'sour' mood. This gentle fol
Ages 4–8
Peppermints #4
Cousins in the Castle
Barbara Brooks Wallace
For the child who feels overwhelmed by a sudden change or relocation, this Victorian mystery offers a journey of resilie
Ages 8–12
The Crossing
Donna Jo Napoli
For the child who experiences the world through touch, sound, and scent, this sensory journey follows an infant's view o
Ages 4–8
Margarita Engle's Memoirs #1
Enchanted Air
Margarita Engle
For the child navigating a multicultural identity or feeling caught between two worlds. This moving memoir explores find
Ages 10–14
Good-bye for Today The Diary of a Young Girl at Sea
Peter Roop, Connie Roop
For the child who wonders what life would be like living in a home that never stops moving, across vast and unpredictabl
Ages 7–10
Messenger, Messenger
Robert Burleigh
For the child fascinated by the hustle and bustle of city life, this rhythmic journey celebrates the speed, focus, and e
Ages 4–8
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