Books

A simple act of kindness toward a tiny golden cricket sends a Chinese farmer on an unexpected path of good fortune and d

In the middle of a Cairo slum, fifteen-year-old Aaron survives by sorting through waste while searching for the hidden b

For the child who feels the weight of high expectations or struggles to understand a parent's strict rules while finding

A family summer vacation on Rock Island brings new friendships and the challenge of standing together against prejudice

A Scottish immigrant uses his sharp detective skills to stop a secret plot against President-Elect Abraham Lincoln.

Step into haunting landscapes and futuristic worlds where every ending marks a strange new beginning in these stories fr

A fierce young dragon suddenly finds herself in a girl’s body and must find her way in the human world as a chocolate-ma

Told he won't live to see fourteen, Pepper Roux runs away to the harbor and accidentally becomes the captain of his fath

For the child curious about ancient mysteries and how legends connect us to the earth, this story explores the spiritual

Bindi finds a new sense of community and home while helping her mother and aunt turn a local diner into a neighborhood s

Jaime and his cousin Angela leave Guatemala for a new life in the United States, learning a new language and finding the

Nine innings and nine generations of a single family tell the story of American history through a shared obsession with

A massive, steampunk locomotive becomes the setting for a high-stakes journey involving murder, a traveling circus, and

Icy winds and frozen landscapes set the scene for this survival story about how a small white fox manages to stay alive

For the child curious about history's real life heroes and how one person can transform national security through dedica

Harry Kellar rose from humble beginnings to perform for presidents and mentor Houdini, becoming a legendary figure in th

A sickly, asthmatic boy named Teedie trains his body and mind to overcome his weaknesses, eventually growing up to lead

For the child facing a major transition or moving far away. This lyrical story uses a small teacup of earth to show how

For the child who needs to see that no dream is too high to reach. Discover the soaring life of Bessie Coleman through t

Two middle schoolers challenge gender stereotypes and find unexpected friendship while grappling for respect on the wres

For the little one who stands on the edge of the pool or a new experience, hesitant to take the first plunge.

Survival, loss, and incredible resilience define this moving true account of a young boy’s life in Poland and his time a

Managing a local ice cream shop becomes a summer of mystery for Amelia after a hidden diary reveals the truth behind the

Powerful mixed-media art illustrates the relentless curiosity and playful spirit of physicist Stephen Hawking.