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I Am a Bird
Dana Walrath
For the child who finds magic in a simple afternoon outdoors, this lyrical story celebrates the quiet wonders of the bea
Ages 4–8
The True Blue Scouts of Sugar Man Swamp
Kathi Appelt
For the child who loves rooting for the underdog and protecting the wild places. This whimsical tall tale explores what
Ages 8–12
Henry Bear's Park
David McPhail
For the child learning to manage big responsibilities while missing a parent who is far away.
Ages 6–9
Andrew Clements School Stories #7
Lunch Money
Andrew Clements
For the budding entrepreneur who sees every opportunity as a business venture. This story explores how to balance ambiti
Ages 8–12
What a Wonderful World
George David Weiss, Bob Thiele
For the child needing a moment of peace, this vibrant tribute to Louis Armstrong's classic song celebrates the beauty fo
Ages 4–8
Probably the World's Best Story About a Dog and the Girl Who Loved Me
D. James Smith
For the child navigating the messy reality of a complicated family, this funny and poignant story explores the bonds of
Ages 8–12
Hidden Music The Life of Fanny Mendelssohn
Gloria Kamen
For the child who feels their talents are overlooked or faces unfair rules, this biography explores the life of a gifted
Ages 8–12
Growing Up Wild
Penguins
Sandra Markle
For the young explorer captivated by the natural world, this photo-essay offers a front-row seat to the life of an Adéli
Ages 6–10
Amelia Rules!
A Very Ninja Christmas
Jimmy Gownley
For the child feeling overwhelmed by the expectations of the holidays, this story balances festive chaos with the quiet
Ages 7–12
Bunnicula #3
The Celery Stalks at Midnight
James Howe
For the child with a vivid imagination who loves a good laugh and a touch of spooky mystery. A playful way to explore ho
Ages 8–12
Robert Burleigh Biographies #4
The Secret of the Great Houdini
Robert Burleigh
For the child who loves magic tricks and wonders how the impossible becomes possible, this story explores the grit behin
Ages 5–9
Grandy Thaxter's Helper
Douglas Rees
For the child who enjoys unexpected friendships and the comedy of errors that happens when someone tries to help but get
Ages 4–8
On Jewish Holidays #1
On Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur
Cathy Goldberg Fishman
For the child curious about the meaning behind holiday traditions, this lyrical journey through the High Holy Days explo
Ages 4–8
The Boy on a Black Horse
Nancy Springer
For the child noticing that some peers face hidden struggles. A story about lookng past appearances to understand homele
Ages 12–16
Humble Pie
Jennifer Donnelly
For the child who struggles with entitlement or a sense of superiority, this folklore-inspired tale shows how a big help
Ages 4–8
Grumpy Grandpa
Heather Henson
For children who feel intimidated by an older relative's stern demeanor and want to understand the person behind the gru
Ages 4–8
Tales from the House of Bunnicula
Bud Barkin, Private Eye
James Howe
For the young storyteller who loves to play pretend and the child who enjoys a funny, slightly sophisticated mystery tol
Ages 7–10
The Treasures of Weatherby
Zilpha Keatley Snyder
For the child who feels overlooked because of their size or age, this mystery explores finding inner strength while unco
Ages 8–12
Heroes of Baseball: The Men Who Made It America's Favorite Game
Robert Lipsyte
For the young sports fan who wants to know the stories behind the legends, from the triumphs of Babe Ruth to the breakin
Ages 8–12
Being Danny's Dog
Phyllis Reynolds Naylor
For the child feeling overshadowed by an older sibling or struggling to find their own identity after a family move and
Ages 8–12
The Stone Dancers
Nora Martin
For the child who wonders how one small person can change a community's heart. A young girl uses local folklore to inspi
Ages 5–9
Asteroids Invaders from Space
Robert Kraske
For the child who looks up at the night sky and wonders what else is out there, especially the giant rocks that might on
Ages 8–12
Carl Hobbes Thriller #1
Icecore
Matt Whyman
For the teenager who feels like their mistakes are spiraling out of control, this high-stakes thriller explores survival
Ages 12–17
Acting Out
Avi, Susan Cooper, Sharon Creech, Patricia MacLachlan, Katherine Paterson, Richard Peck
For the creative child who loves to perform, this collection of short plays by master storytellers provides easy-to-stag
Ages 8–12
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