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How Could You Do It, Diane?
Stella Pevsner
For the teenager navigating the heavy, confusing silence after a loss. This story helps those processing grief when a fa
Ages 12–17
Melanie
Carol Carrick
For the child learning that their unique way of seeing the world is a strength. This fairy tale celebrates a girl's cour
Ages 5–9
Project Mulberry
Linda Sue Park
For the child exploring their cultural identity or navigating friendship when different backgrounds and perspectives col
Ages 8–12
The Nightwalker
Belinda Hurmence
For the child who feels a heavy weight of responsibility for a younger sibling or worries that family secrets might caus
Ages 9–12
Big Old Bones: A Dinosaur Tale
Carol Carrick
For the child who loves dinosaurs but struggles when things don't fit together perfectly, this silly tale shows that eve
Ages 4–8
Fireworks, Picnics, and Flags
James Cross Giblin
For the curious child who wonders why we eat hot dogs and watch the sky explode on the Fourth of July. A fascinating loo
Ages 8–12
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
Red Fox Running
Eve Bunting
For the child curious about the secret lives of animals in winter, this lyrical journey captures the determination of a
Ages 4–8
Would My Fortune Cookie Lie?
Stella Pevsner
For the teen feeling unsettled by the threat of moving, this urban mystery captures the tension of big life changes and
Ages 10–14
Annie and the Wild Animals
Jan Brett
For the child feeling lonely after losing a beloved pet or friend, this gentle story explores finding new connections wh
Ages 4–8
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
Jason and the Losers
Gina Willner-Pardo
For the child navigating the social pressure to be 'cool' while dealing with the upheaval of a changing family dynamic a
Ages 8–12
A Circle Unbroken
Sollace Hotze
For the teen feeling caught between two different worlds, this story explores the search for home when your heart and hi
Ages 12–17
Stalebread Charlie and the Razzy Dazzy Spasm Band
Michael Mahin
For the child who feels they have nothing but their imagination, this story shows how even junk can become a joyful song
Ages 4–9
Summer Endings
Sollace Hotze
For the child adjusting to a new culture while carrying the heavy weight of family left behind in difficult circumstance
Ages 9–13
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
Sami and the Time of the Troubles
Florence Parry Heide, Judith Heide Gilliland
For children processing the concept of war or seeking to understand the resilience of families living through conflict i
Ages 6–10
Henry and the Red Stripes
Eileen Christelow
For the child who wants to stand out from the crowd, this playful story explores the importance of being yourself and th
Ages 4–8
Cousins of Clouds: Elephant Poems
Tracie Vaughn Zimmer
For the child captivated by the natural world, these lyrical poems and factual sidebars celebrate the majestic lives and
Ages 6–10
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
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
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
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
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
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