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The Armourer's House
Rosemary Sutcliff
For the child adjusting to a new home far from everything they know. Tamsyn navigates the transition from the wild coast
Ages 9–12
The Dragonslayers
Bruce Coville
For the child finding their own path, this humorous adventure follows a trio of underdogs who challenge tradition to fac
Ages 8–12
How Droofus the Dragon Lost His Head
Bill Peet
For the child who feels like an outsider or prefers peace over being 'tough.' A gentle dragon shows that kindness and he
Ages 4–8
I Love Saturday
Patricia Reilly Giff
Celebrate the quiet magic of a Saturday morning as a young girl discovers the simple joys of her neighborhood and the th
Ages 4–8
Kindness Is Cooler, Mrs. Ruler
Margery Cuyler
For the child who needs a little nudge to see how their small actions, like helping at home or sharing at school, can ma
Ages 4–8
Alchemy
Margaret Mahy
For the teenager grappling with unexpected changes and the feeling that they don't quite fit their own skin. A story abo
Ages 12–17
Holly Hobbie
The Adventures of Holly Hobbie
Richard Dubelman
For the child who feels the weight of family responsibility and dreams of a magical solution to real-world problems like
Ages 8–12
Sally and the Some-Thing
George O'Connor
For the child who feels like there is nothing to do on a quiet afternoon. This playful story shows how a shift in perspe
Ages 4–8
Ann Estelle
Queen of Hearts
Mary Engelbreit
For the child who gets so caught up in a big project that they lose track of their friends. Learn how to balance persona
Ages 4–8
The Whingdingdilly
Bill Peet
For the child who feels ordinary or compares themselves to others, this whimsical tale shows why being exactly who you a
Ages 4–9
Eleanor
Barbara Cooney
For the child who feels shy, awkward, or 'plain,' this story shows how a lonely girl found her voice and courage through
Ages 5–10
I Don't Want to Read This Book #4
Good Night Thoughts
Max Greenfield
For the child whose brain won't stop buzzing at bedtime. This funny, comforting book helps kids manage racing thoughts a
Ages 4–8
Racing the Moon
Michelle Morgan
For the dreamer who feels limited by their circumstances, this story of a boy in the Great Depression chasing a cosmic p
Ages 11–15
The Shiver Stone
Sharon Tregenza
For the adventurous child who needs to find courage within, this coastal mystery helps readers navigate the rocky path o
Ages 9–12
Bullfrog
Bullfrog Pops!
Rick Walton
For the child who loves silly surprises and puns, this interactive Western adventure uses clever page turns to reveal wh
Ages 4–8
Wait! No Paint!
Bruce Whatley
For the child who loves to break the rules of storytelling and finds humor in things going wrong. A playful look at adap
Ages 4–8
Grandma and the Pirates
Phoebe Gilman
For the child who loves a daring rescue, this silly seafaring tale shows how a granddaughter's clever thinking can save
Ages 4–8
Pinduli
Janell Cannon
For the child whose feelings have been hurt by mean comments about their appearance, this story offers a clever way to r
Ages 4–9
The Puppy Who Wanted a Boy
Jane Thayer
For the child longing for a new pet or a sense of belonging. Petey the puppy goes on a heartwarming quest to find the pe
Ages 4–8
One Red Dot
David A. Carter
For the child who loves a visual challenge, this masterwork of paper engineering turns counting into a sophisticated gam
Ages 3–10
James Herriot's Animal Stories for Children #2
Only One Woof
James Herriot
For the child who expresses themselves differently or observes the world quietly, this gentle tale celebrates a silent s
Ages 4–8
Odd and the Frost Giants
Neil Gaiman
For the child who feels overlooked or physically limited, this gentle Norse adventure shows how a quiet mind and kind he
Ages 8–12
James Herriot's Animal Stories for Children #1
Moses the Kitten
James Herriot
For the child who loves to nurture others: discover how a tiny, cold kitten found in a ditch finds warmth, health, and a
Ages 4–8
Beyond the Ridge
Paul Goble
For children navigating the loss of a grandparent or elder, this gentle story offers a peaceful, spiritual perspective o
Ages 5–10
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