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Dick Whittington A Story from England
Charles Causley
For the child who dreams of big adventures and wonders if they have what it takes to succeed starting from nothing.
Ages 5–9
68 Teeth
James Moloney
For the child who feels like a spotlight is on their physical differences, this quirky tale turns a medical mystery into
Ages 8–12
Thorn Rose
Jacob Grimm, Wilhelm Grimm
For the child enchanted by the idea of magical destinies, this ornate retelling explores how patience and bravery can ov
Ages 5–8
The Trials of Molly Sheldon
Julian F. Thompson
For the teen navigating the tension between personal beliefs and community pressure, this story explores finding your vo
Ages 12–17
Castors Away!
Hester Burton
For the child curious about the reality of history and the heavy weight of moral choices during times of war and medical
Ages 10–14
Salt River Times
William Mayne
For the child who loves exploring their own neighborhood and wonders about the hidden histories behind the faces and pla
Ages 9–12
Wyvern #2
Wyvern Winter
Toby Forward
For the child who feels like an outsider and is looking for their inner strength. This atmospheric tale explores finding
Ages 8–12
King Grisly-Beard
Jacob Grimm, Wilhelm Grimm
For the child who struggles with being humble or kind to others. This quirky fairy tale uses humor and a bit of tough lo
Ages 5–8
The Cabbage Patch #1
The Cabbage Patch Fib
Paul Jennings
For the child who asks tricky questions about where babies come from and parents who want to navigate those awkward 'lit
Ages 7–10
Dipper of Copper Creek
Jean Craighead George, John Lothar George
For the child seeking more independence, this story mirrors a boy's growth with the survival of a mountain bird in the w
Ages 8–12
Rocky O'Rourke #1
A Pair of Jesus-boots
Sylvia Sherry
For the child navigating a tough neighborhood who needs to see that their choices, not their circumstances, define their
Ages 10–14
Boris #4
Slow Down Boris
Andrew Joyner
For the high-energy child who struggles to find their 'slow' button in the classroom. Boris the monster helps kids navig
Ages 5–8
Old Tom #3
Old Tom Goes to Mars
Leigh Hobbs
For the child who loves messy, unpredictable humor and needs to see that even the biggest accidental blunders can turn i
Ages 6–9
Happy Families #11
Miss Dirt the Dustman's Daughter
Allan Ahlberg
For the child who thrives in the mud and the mess. This funny tale celebrates staying true to your messy self even when
Ages 5–8
Zozu the Robot #1
Zozu the Robot
Diana Carter
For the child who has ever felt like an outsider or dreamed of having a secret friend from another world to look after.
Ages 7–10
Stories for Young Readers #3
Stories for Eight-Year-Olds
Sara Corrin, Stephen Corrin
For the child ready to move beyond picture books but not quite settled into long novels, this collection offers bite-siz
Ages 7–9
Digimon Digital Monsters #10
Leomon's Challenge
John Whitman
For the young reader who loves epic battles and needs to see that standing up for what is right takes both strength and
Ages 7–10
John Riley's Daughter
Kezi Matthews
For the child navigating a difficult relationship with a caregiver or helping look after a family member with special ne
Ages 10–14
The Anita Hewett Animal Story Book
Anita Hewett
For the child who loves winding down with classic, rhythmic tales. These short animal fables from around the world are p
Ages 4–8
The Day They Came to Arrest the Book
Nat Hentoff
For the teenager grappling with how to balance free speech and racial sensitivity when a classic book sparks a community
Ages 12–18
Adam Sharp #2
Shelley Shock
Donna Jo Napoli
For the child navigating the tricky social waters of middle school when a newcomer disrupts the status quo or challenges
Ages 8–12
True Crime Stories
Terry Deary
For the curious child who is fascinated by the darker side of history, these bite-sized accounts of real-life criminals
Ages 8–12
Scorpio's Child
Kezi Matthews
For the child navigating complex family dynamics or the weight of a sibling's loss, this mystery explores the healing po
Ages 10–14
Time and Again Stories
Donald Bisset
For the child with a playful spirit who loves to wonder about the 'what-ifs' of the world through short, bite-sized tale
Ages 4–8
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