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Cover of Let Me Fix You a Plate: A Tale of Two Kitchens

Let Me Fix You a Plate: A Tale of Two Kitchens

Elizabeth Lilly

For the child who belongs to two different worlds, this cozy journey celebrates how love is served on a plate through di

Cover of Mrs. Chicken and the Hungry Crocodile

Mrs. Chicken and the Hungry Crocodile

Margaret H. Lippert

For the child learning to navigate tricky situations through quick thinking and words rather than force. A clever chicke

Cover of Henry, Like Always

Henry, Like Always

For the child who thrives on routine and feels unsettled when the plan changes, this gentle story follows Henry as he na

Cover of Snail & Worm Again

Snail & Worm #2

Snail & Worm Again

For the child who compares themselves to others or feels a little 'plain.' These silly stories celebrate being exactly w

Cover of Where Wonder Grows

Where Wonder Grows

Xelena González

For the child who needs a moment of calm, this beautiful story uses the magic of rocks and crystals to teach mindfulness

Cover of I Lived on Butterfly Hill

I Lived on Butterfly Hill

Marjorie Agosín

For a child grappling with a major move or separation from family. This poetic story explores finding strength and keepi

Cover of Harvesting Hope: The Story of Cesar Chavez

Harvesting Hope: The Story of Cesar Chavez

For the child finding their voice in the face of unfairness. Follow Cesar Chavez's journey from a quiet boy to a brave l

Cover of Gathering the Sun: an Alphabet in Spanish and English

Gathering the Sun: an Alphabet in Spanish and English

For children exploring their roots or learning a second language, this poetic alphabet celebrates the dignity of farm wo

Cover of Parrot in the Oven: Mi Vida

Parrot in the Oven: Mi Vida

Victor Martinez

For the teenager navigating the complex pull of family loyalty and the pressure to belong while trying to define their o

Cover of Jimmy's Rhythm & Blues

Jimmy's Rhythm & Blues

Leslie Kimmelman

For the child who loves stories and is finding their own voice, this lyrical biography shows how James Baldwin used the

Cover of Holding Her Own: The Exceptional Life of Jackie Ormes

Holding Her Own: The Exceptional Life of Jackie Ormes

For the child who loves to draw and wants to know how art can change the world. Discover the story of a trailblazer who

Cover of Soul Looks Back in Wonder

Soul Looks Back in Wonder

Phyllis F. Touchette

For the child exploring their place in the world, this stunning collection uses poetry and art to celebrate the beauty,

Cover of All Night, All Day: A Child's First Book of African American Spirituals

All Night, All Day: A Child's First Book of African American Spirituals

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For the family seeking peace at bedtime or a deeper connection to cultural history through the soulful, rhythmic power o

Cover of Lion and the Ostrich Chicks and Other African Folk Tales

Lion and the Ostrich Chicks and Other African Folk Tales

Joyce Cooper Arkhurst

For the child learning that brains often beat brawn. These timeless stories use clever animal tricksters to explore fair

Cover of Don't Explain: A Song of Billie Holiday

Don't Explain: A Song of Billie Holiday

Alexis De Veaux

For the teen navigating the complexities of artistic genius, the weight of history, and the courage required to find one

Cover of Jovita Wore Pants: The Story of a Mexican Freedom Fighter

Jovita Wore Pants: The Story of a Mexican Freedom Fighter

For the child who feels restricted by expectations and dreams of charting their own bold path, regardless of what others

Cover of Choosing Brave: How Mamie Till-Mobley and Emmett Till Sparked the Civil Rights Movement

Choosing Brave: How Mamie Till-Mobley and Emmett Till Sparked the Civil Rights Movement

For the child asking about fairness and justice, this moving biography shows how a mother's courage in the face of loss

Cover of What Do You Do with a Tail Like This?

What Do You Do with a Tail Like This?

Steve Jenkins, Robin Page

For the curious child who wonders why animals look the way they do, this interactive guessing game reveals the amazing p

Cover of Skipper John's Cook

Skipper John's Cook

For the child who wants to prove they are capable of big responsibilities. This classic tale celebrates a young boy's cl

Cover of The Specter from the Magician's Museum

The Secrets of Droon #8

The Specter from the Magician's Museum

For the child who loves the thrill of discovery and needs a boost of courage when facing the unknown. A fast-paced entry

Cover of Our Mom Has Cancer

Our Mom Has Cancer

Abigail and Adrienne Ackermann

For children navigating the confusion and change following a parent's cancer diagnosis, this gentle guide offers clarity

Cover of Everything You Need to Ace Computer Science and Coding in One Big Fat Notebook: The Complete Middle School Study Guide (Big Fat Notebooks)

Everything You Need to Ace Computer Science and Coding in One Big Fat Notebook: The Complete Middle School Study Guide (Big Fat Notebooks)

For the student who feels overwhelmed by computer science, this guide breaks down coding into bite-sized, visual notes t

Cover of Arthur's Classroom Fib (Step into Reading, Step 3)

Arthur's Classroom Fib (Step into Reading, Step 3)

For the child who feels pressured to keep up with friends' stories or is dealing with the heavy weight of a 'little whit

Cover of The Legend of Sam Miracle

Outlaws of Time #1

The Legend of Sam Miracle

For the child who feels overlooked or limited by their circumstances, this high-stakes adventure proves that even the mo

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