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Russell Michaels #4
Russell and Elisa
Johanna Hurwitz
Three-year-old Elisa, her favorite rag doll, and her big brother Russell share everyday adventures in and around their b
Ages 6–9
Pearl's Pantry
Eleanor Nilsson
For the newly independent reader finding their way in a big world. This gentle animal tale builds confidence as a tiny m
Ages 5–8
Una and Grubstreet
Prudence Andrew
For the child processing the deep ache of loss and seeking a way to feel needed. A lonely girl tries to heal her own hea
Ages 9–12
Aussie Nibbles
The Amazing Fleadini
Christina Miesen
For the child who feels like their unique talents are overlooked, this story follows a gifted flea finding a stage where
Ages 6–9
Truelove
Babette Cole
Truelove the dog feels forgotten when a new baby arrives, but he soon learns how to show his family that love can always
Ages 4–8
The Longhorn Trail The Story of a Cattle Drive from Texas to Wyoming in the 1860s
Kenneth Ulyatt
For the teen who needs to see that persistence pays off, even when the odds and the elements are stacked against them.
Ages 11–16
Puffin Lives
Chanakya: The Master of Statecraft
Deepa Agarwal
Intellect and strategy prove mightier than the sword in this biography of the ancient thinker who helped unite an empire
Ages 10–15
Puffin Joke Books
Funny Business
Bronnie Cunningham
For the middle-grade child who loves to be the center of attention or needs a quick icebreaker to bond with new friends
Ages 7–12
Song Lee #1
Song Lee in Room 2B
Suzy Kline
Room 2B comes alive in the spring with Horrible Harry’s wild antics and the quiet, thoughtful observations of shy Song L
Ages 6–9
Zigzag Factfinders
Ballet and Dance
Maggie Tucker
For children eager to explore the beauty and discipline of ballet and various dance forms, this book offers a wonderful
Ages 6–9
Something Special
Emily Rodda
Sorting through old clothes for a school fair sparks a young girl's imagination as she dreams of the people who wore the
Ages 7–10
Hello Ruby #2
Journey Inside the Computer
Linda Liukas
For the child who asks 'how does it work' every time you open a laptop, this whimsical journey makes complex computer ha
Ages 5–9
Earthsea Cycle #3
The Farthest Shore
Ursula K. Le Guin
Magic is draining out of Earthsea, forcing Archmage Ged and a young prince to sail beyond the realm of death to restore
Ages 12–18
Humbert, Mister Firkin & the Lord Mayor of London
John Burningham
A humble cart horse and his master save the day when the Lord Mayor's coach breaks down, leading to an invitation to a g
Ages 4–8
Upon the Head of the Goat #2
Grace in the Wilderness
Aranka Siegal
For the child grappling with a difficult past while facing a major life transition. This memoir explores finding hope an
Ages 12–18
Wild Pony
Lucy Rees
For the child who thrives on independence and the quiet satisfaction of hard work. A realistic look at the grit and pati
Ages 9–12
Harry Potter
The Magical Worlds of Harry Potter
David Colbert
For the curious reader who wants to go behind the scenes of their favorite wizarding series and discover the real-world
Ages 8–12
Edith Wilson: The Woman Who Ran the United States
James Cross Giblin
For the child curious about who holds the power behind the scenes, this biography explores a woman who stepped up during
Ages 7–11
Mieko and the Fifth Treasure
Eleanor Coerr
For the child struggling to find their spark after a difficult loss or injury. A gentle story about a young artist recla
Ages 8–12
James Bond Jr. #4
Sandblast!
John Vincent
While digging at an archaeological site, James Bond Jr. uncovers a dangerous plot to sabotage the global oil supply.
Ages 8–12
Tristan and Iseult
Rosemary Sutcliff
For the young reader grappling with the weight of expectations and the complexity of conflicting loyalties. A poetic loo
Ages 12–17
Bingo Brown #2
Bingo Brown and the Language of Love
Betsy Byars
Twelve-year-old Bingo Brown faces the messy trials of growing up as he tries to survive the daily tribulations of middle
Ages 8–12
Trouble River
Betsy Byars
A handmade raft becomes a desperate lifeline when a young boy and his grandmother must flee their prairie cabin to escap
Ages 8–12
Dangerous Spaces
Margaret Mahy
For the child grappling with the heavy weight of loss or feeling like an outsider in their own family, this gothic tale
Ages 10–14
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