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Bird Watch
Jane Yolen
For the child who loves to marvel at the backyard or the woods, this poetic collection brings the hidden world of birds
Ages 6–10
Castaways of the Flying Dutchman #1
Castaways of the Flying Dutchman
Brian Jacques
For the child who wonders how they can make a difference, this epic tale follows a boy and his dog as they use their spe
Ages 9–13
Just So Stories
How the Rhinoceros Got His Skin
Rudyard Kipling
For the child who struggles with sharing or personal boundaries, this classic tale humorously shows how being impolite c
Ages 4–8
Wild Voices
Drew Nelson
For the child who asks deep questions about the natural world: these unsentimental stories explore how animals survive t
Ages 8–12
Penelope Crumb #1
Penelope Crumb
Shawn K. Stout
For the child who feels like the 'odd duck' in their family or is curious about long-lost relatives and the traits that
Ages 7–10
What Rhymes with Moon?
Jane Yolen
For the child who gazes out the window at the night sky and wonders why the moon changes shape or what it is made of.
Ages 6–10
Hob Stories #4
The Yellow Book of Hob Stories
William Mayne
For the child who wonders about the creaks under the stairs or the missing tooth, these stories offer a gentle, magical
Ages 5–8
Here We Are #3
Meanwhile Back on Earth
Oliver Jeffers
For the child curious about why people fight or why the world feels so big: this cosmic road trip offers a gentle, breat
Ages 4–8
Screwball
Alberta Armer
For the child feeling overlooked because of a physical challenge or living in a sibling's shadow, Mike's journey into so
Ages 8–12
Meteor!
Patricia Polacco
For the child who loves looking at the stars and wondering what is out there. This true story captures the magic of a co
Ages 4–8
Brambly Hedge #8
Poppy's Babies
Jill Barklem
For the parent or child adjusting to the beautiful chaos of a new baby, this story celebrates the warmth of a community
Ages 4–8
Young Heroes #1
Prince Across the Water
Jane Yolen, Robert J. Harris
For the teen seeking to understand their own strength while navigating a world that misinterprets their medical conditio
Ages 12–17
The Muffin Child
Stephen Menick
For the child grappling with a sudden loss or feeling a fierce need for independence. This lyrical tale explores finding
Ages 9–12
Bo Rabbit Smart for True Tall Tales from the Gullah
Priscilla Joaquith
For the child who loves outsmarting the 'big kids,' these classic trickster tales celebrate how wit and cleverness can o
Ages 8–12
Young Heroes #2
The Rogues
Jane Yolen, Robert J. Harris
For the young reader processing the frustration of unfairness, this historical adventure follows a boy standing up for h
Ages 10–14
The Lord Is My Shepherd The Twenty-Third Psalm
Tasha Tudor
For the child seeking a sense of safety and peace. This gentle walk through nature provides comfort and reassurance that
Ages 4–8
Enola Holmes #3
The Case of the Bizarre Bouquets
Nancy Springer
For the young detective who values independence and needs to see that a girl's sharp wit can outshine even the most famo
Ages 9–13
The World's Greatest Animals #1
The World's Greatest Elephant
Ralph Helfer
For the child who shares an unbreakable bond with a pet, this epic true story explores a lifelong friendship that surviv
Ages 6–10
Latsch Valley #3
Betsy's Up-and-Down Year
Anne Pellowski
For the child navigating the complex emotions of sharing parental attention and processing the first big loss of a grand
Ages 8–12
Turning Point
Make Your Mark, Franklin Roosevelt
Judith St. George
For the child who wonders if they have what it takes to do something big. Discover how a young boy's curiosity and famil
Ages 7–10
The Diamond Brothers #3
South by Southeast
Anthony Horowitz
For the child who loves a good giggle while solving a puzzle, this fast-paced mystery pairs a sharp teenage hero with hi
Ages 9–12
Anno's Medieval World
Mitsumasa Anno
For the curious child asking how we know the Earth moves around the Sun. Explore how medieval people understood their wo
Ages 8–14
The Tale of the Firebird
Gennady Spirin
For the child enchanted by magic and mystery, this classic Russian tale explores the courage needed to face daunting tas
Ages 5–10
Cousins #1
Cousins
Virginia Hamilton
For the child grappling with the heavy weight of 'what ifs' and guilt after a loss. This story helps kids process comple
Ages 9–12
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