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The Boring Book
Shinsuke Yoshitake
When a boy declares he's bored, he embarks on a surprisingly funny and profound exploration of boredom itself. This clev
Ages 4–11
Sea Monster #2
Sea Monster and the Bossy Fish
Kate Messner
When a new, critical fish tries to bully everyone in class, Sea Monster needs to use his big heart and clever thinking t
Ages 4–11
Everyone's Awake
Colin Meloy
Instead of sleeping, Mom fixes the roof, Dad bakes bread, and Grandma plays cards with a ghost in this wildly fun, rhymi
Ages 4–11
Alien Alphabet
Rob Chaplin
Explore the alphabet by mixing and matching split pages to create nearly 700,000 unique aliens, from Arachnid Alice to Z
Ages 4–11
Giving Thanks: Poems, Prayers, and Praise Songs of Thanksgiving
Katherine Paterson
This special book, curated by Katherine Paterson and illustrated with Pamela Dalton's exquisite cut-paper art, gathers o
Ages 4–11
Mine!
Jeff Mack
A rollicking, nearly wordless picture book where two mice fiercely claim 'Mine!' over a rock, leading to an escalating,
Ages 4–8
He Came with the Couch
David Slonim
When Sophie's family buys a new couch, they discover it comes with a surprising, zany, and sweet new friend. This hilari
Ages 4–11
Wise Acres
George Shannon
The animals of Wise Acres farm are always ready to help each other, even if their solutions are a bit off-the-wall. Foll
Ages 4–11
Worthy: The Brave and Capable Life of Joseph Pierce
Andrea Wang
Discover the true story of Joseph Pierce, a Chinese boy sold to an American sea captain in the 1800s. He overcame immens
Ages 4–11
A Stone Sat Still
Brendan Wenzel
Explore the world through the varied perspectives of animals interacting with a single stone. This beautifully illustrat
Ages 4–11
Polly Diamond #1
Polly Diamond and the Magic Book
Alice Kuipers
Polly Diamond loves words and writing stories. When a magic book appears, everything she writes becomes real, but Polly
Ages 6–9
Santa Claws
Laura Leuck
Join monster brothers Mack and Zack as they decorate their dead pine tree and make poisonberry pies, all while eagerly a
Ages 4–8
Milton #1
Milton
Hayde Ardalan
Meet Milton, a handsome cat with velvet paws and a keen eye. This picture book charmingly illustrates his busy day of hu
Ages 4–11
Morning Dance
Todd Hannert
Sherman dreads his morning routine until he invents a dance while brushing his teeth. This whimsical act sparks an adven
Ages 4–8
Baby Whale's Journey
Jonathan London
Off the Pacific coast of Mexico, a baby sperm whale is born and learns the ways of the sea. This heartwarming story expl
Ages 4–11
Balderdash! John Newbery and the Boisterous Birth of Children's Books
Michelle Markel
This lively picture book biography introduces John Newbery, the 18th-century pioneer who believed children's books shoul
Ages 4–11
E-mergency!
Ezra Fields-Meyer, Tom Lichtenheld
It's an E-mergency! The letter E is out of commission, and the other letters must find clever ways to fill her shoes. Th
Ages 4–11
D.J. Rosenblum Becomes the G.O.A.T.
Abby White
After her cousin Rachel dies, D.J. moves to Rachel's hometown, determined to uncover the truth. Juggling a new school, u
Ages 12–18
The Boys in the Back Row
Mike Jung
Matt and Eric hatch a wild plan to sneak away from a marching band competition to meet their comic idol. It's a funny, h
Ages 4–11
The Little Toymaker
Cat Min
Meet the world's little toymaker, who creates wonderful toys not for children, but for their grandparents. When an old w
Ages 4–11
The Woods
Paul Hoppe
When a boy can't find his beloved stuffed bunny, he bravely heads into the dark woods. There, he encounters seemingly sc
Ages 4–11
Ivy and Bean #8
Ivy and Bean No News Is Good News
Annie Barrows
Best friends Ivy and Bean need ten dollars for a very important, cheesy purchase. Their brilliant idea? Start a neighbor
Ages 4–11
You Are Here
Zach Manbeck
This sweet and uplifting book offers a poetic roadmap for finding your way in the world, reminding you that "you are her
Ages 4–11
Libba: The Magnificent Musical Life of Elizabeth Cotten
Laura Veirs
This lyrical picture book celebrates Elizabeth Cotten, a determined young girl who flipped her brother's guitar upside d
Ages 4–11
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