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Owen Foote #5
Owen Foote, Mighty Scientist
Stephanie Greene
For the young explorer who loves experiments but feels nervous about school bullies and the pressure of the big science
Ages 6–9
Gertrude the Bulldog #1
Gertrude, the Bulldog Detective
Eileen Christelow
A snooping bulldog finds herself on a real investigation after her neighbors try to distract her with a trail of fake cl
Ages 4–8
Magid Fasts for Ramadan
Mary Matthews
Friday night is the best night of the week for a little girl as she helps her Bubbe light candles, say prayers, and shar
Ages 6–10
Cowboy Sam and Those Confounded Secrets
Kitty Griffin, Kathy Combs
For the child who struggles to keep a secret or feels the physical pressure of holding onto a big surprise. A tall-tale
Ages 4–8
Albert the Running Bear #1
The Adventures of Albert, the Running Bear
Barbara Isenberg, Susan Wolf
Albert's escape from the zoo turns into a chaotic series of accidents that lead him straight into the middle of a city m
Ages 4–8
Gooney Bird Greene #6
Gooney Bird and All Her Charms
Lois Lowry
For the child who expresses their unique personality through quirky clothes and tall tales, or the student learning how
Ages 6–9
Wild Willie Mystery #2
Ghost Trap
Barbara M. Joosse
Best friends Wild Willie and Kyle reunite just in time to investigate a spooky suspicion: Kyle's new house might be haun
Ages 6–9
Henry the Bear #3
Henry Climbs a Mountain
D.B. Johnson
For the child questioning why rules exist or feeling frustrated by unfairness. This story uses a bear's imagination to e
Ages 4–8
Brother of Mine
Chris Westwood
Sixteen-year-old twins Nick and Tony trade chapters to reveal the envy and friction hiding beneath the surface of their
Ages 12–17
Alphabet Acrostics #3
Summer: An Alphabet Acrostic
Steven Schnur
Celebrate the warmth and wonder of the sunniest season through clever wordplay and beautiful woodcut art that captures c
Ages 4–8
Mike Mulligan #1
Mike Mulligan and His Steam Shovel
Virginia Lee Burton
Mike Mulligan and his trusty steam shovel Mary Anne prove they are still useful in a changing world by attempting to dig
Ages 4–8
Piñatas and Paper Flowers
Lila Perl, Alma Flor Ada
For children curious about their heritage or classmates' traditions, this bilingual guide brings the vibrant holidays of
Ages 8–12
Bats #1
Bats at the Beach
Brian Lies
Pack the moon-tan lotion and snacks for a midnight trip to the shore where the bats are ready to splash and play under t
Ages 4–8
The Fields and the Hills #1
The Journey, Once Begun
Harald Bakken
Weyr, a lonely orphan with heightened senses, finally finds a place to belong when he joins a troupe of traveling singer
Ages 10–14
A Wizard from the Start: The Incredible Boyhood and Amazing Inventions of Thomas Edison
Don Brown
A boy who was called slow by his teacher conducts messy experiments in his basement and dreams of the inventions that wi
Ages 6–9
Team Moon: How 400,000 People Landed Apollo 11 on the Moon
Catherine Thimmesh
For the child who wonders how big dreams actually happen. This behind-the-scenes look reveals the massive, coordinated e
Ages 9–12
Dear Old Donegal
Steve Graham
Rhythmic verses capture the pride of an Irish immigrant who has found success in America and his joyous anticipation of
Ages 4–8
The Ghost Dance
Alice McLerran
Lyrical verse tells the story of a sacred dance meant to bring back a world of abundance for the People.
Ages 6–10
Brothers and Sisters
Maxine B. Rosenberg
For children navigating the highs and lows of life with a brother or sister, this photo-essay validates the everyday mix
Ages 5–9
Jerome the Alligator #2
Jerome and the Witchcraft Kids
Eileen Christelow
Babysitting the mischievous Lucy and Lucifer on Halloween night turns into a wild test of patience and skill for Jerome
Ages 4–8
Great Episodes
A Ride into Morning
Ann Rinaldi
Mutiny is brewing at the Revolutionary War camp in Morristown. Amid the chaos, a young woman must use her wits to hide h
Ages 12–17
Promises
Elizabeth Winthrop
For children navigating the uncertainty of a parent's cancer treatment, this story explores the small, steady promises t
Ages 5–9
Cheyenne Again
Eve Bunting
For children processing the pain of being forced to fit in or the struggle to hold onto their family heritage when every
Ages 6–10
The World in Grandfather's Hands
Craig Kee Strete
Moving from the pueblo to the busy city is a huge shock for Jimmy, but his grandfather’s quiet wisdom helps him see his
Ages 8–12
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