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Monster Baby
Dian Curtis Regan
For the child who feels like an outsider or is adjusting to a new family dynamic. This gentle story explores how love an
Ages 4–8
Daphne's Book
Mary Downing Hahn
For the child navigating social cliques or learning to look past appearances, this story explores the weight of keeping
Ages 9–12
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
Arabel and Mortimer #1
Arabel's Raven
Joan Aiken
For the family adjusting to a chaotic new pet or a child who loves a troublemaker, this story celebrates finding love in
Ages 7–10
Flying Solo
Ralph Fletcher
For the child navigating the complex social dynamics of the classroom while processing the quiet weight of a shared loss
Ages 8–12
Too Far Away to Touch
Lesléa Newman
For children processing the impending loss of a family member, this gentle story uses the stars to explain how love rema
Ages 5–9
The Top of the World: Climbing Mount Everest
Steve Jenkins
For the child who is fascinated by extreme challenges and the wonders of the natural world. This guide explores the grit
Ages 6–10
Shirley Climo's Folktales & Myths #4
The Little Red Ant and the Great Big Crumb
Shirley Climo
For the child who feels small in a big world, this rhythmic folktale shows that true strength comes from within, not jus
Ages 4–8
Alia Waking
Laura Williams McCaffrey
For the child beginning to question the rules and traditions they grew up with, this story explores the power of empathy
Ages 10–14
Greening the City Streets The Story of Community Gardens
Barbara A. Huff
For the child who wonders how a messy vacant lot can become a vibrant park. This photo essay explores how city neighbors
Ages 8–12
Great Episodes
Guns for General Washington
Seymour Reit
For the child discovering that big tasks require grit and collaboration. This story highlights the determination needed
Ages 8–12
Immortal Lycanthropes
Hal Johnson
For the middle schooler who feels like an outsider, this darkly funny adventure explores finding your place when your id
Ages 10–14
Gordy Smith #2
Following My Own Footsteps
Mary Downing Hahn
For the child grappling with a difficult home life or learning to manage a quick temper, this story offers a path toward
Ages 10–14
When Mischief Came to Town
Katrina Nannestad
For the child who has a big heart but finds that their high energy often leads to accidental trouble while trying to fit
Ages 8–12
Beanball
Gene Fehler
For the teen athlete facing a sudden, life-changing injury. Explore the complex journey of physical recovery and the emo
Ages 12–17
Riding the Tiger
Eve Bunting
For the child adjusting to a new sibling through adoption, this gentle story explores the fear of being replaced and the
Ages 4–8
Helping Out
George Ancona
For the child who loves to be a shadow: discover how helping adults with real work builds confidence and strengthens fam
Ages 4–8
The Boys' War: Confederate and Union Soldiers Talk about the Civil War
Jim Murphy
For the student curious about the real faces of history, this account uses the diaries and letters of boys as young as t
Ages 10–15
The Same Stuff as Stars
Katherine Paterson
For the child taking on too much responsibility at home, this moving story explores finding beauty and perspective while
Ages 10–14
Free Radical
Claire Rudolf Murphy
For the teen processing a life-altering family secret, this story explores what happens when a parent's hidden past coll
Ages 12–17
Rabbit #1
Missing Rabbit
Roni Schotter
For children navigating life between two homes, this gentle story provides comfort and validates the big feelings that c
Ages 4–8
Mad as a Wet Hen! And Other Funny Idioms
Marvin Terban
For the curious learner who takes things literally. This playful guide decodes confusing figures of speech using hilario
Ages 7–11
The Dancing Man
Ruth Bornstein
For the child discovering a hidden talent or a passion that feels like magic. A lyrical story about finding your rhythm
Ages 5–8
Where's Buddy?
Ron Roy
For the child learning to balance newfound independence with the serious responsibility of looking after a sibling with
Ages 8–12
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