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8,507 books about writing & storytelling
0–3 yrs
432 books
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Dear Willie Rudd
Libba Moore Gray
A heartfelt letter attached to a kite carries an apology to a beloved former servant for the unfair rules of segregation
Ages 6–10
Art Attack: A Short Cultural History of the Avant-Garde
Marc Aronson
Art Attack: A Short Cultural History of the Avant-Garde
Ages 12–18
Poetry for Young People
Robert Frost
Robert Frost, Gary D. Schmidt
Snowy woods, blooming flowers, and mending walls come to life through twenty-nine classic poems paired with soft waterco
Ages 8–14
And Other Mistakes
Erika Turner
A single half-innocent mistake by an upper-class girl ripples across decades and war-torn landscapes, changing the cours
Ages 14–18
Eb & Flow
Kelly J. Baptist
For the child grappling with the fallout of a bad choice or a playground fight, exploring how two perspectives can lead
Ages 8–12
My Map Book
Sara Fanelli
Childlike illustrations chart everything from a bedroom and a dog to the hidden corners of a heart, showing how we can m
Ages 4–8
Boy
Phil Cummings
For the child who feels unheard or communicates differently. A gentle story about a small boy who uses non-verbal gestur
Ages 4–8
Stopping by Woods on a Snowy Evening
Robert Frost
For the child who needs a moment of quiet in a busy world, this poetic journey captures the hushed beauty of a snowy woo
Ages 4–8
Historical Fiction for Mature Children
Oprah Winfrey: Love Yourself First
Rich Linville
Born in Mississippi and nicknamed The Preacher for her early love of reading, young Oprah Winfrey shares the story of fi
Ages 5–8
Silly & Sillier
Judy Sierra
For the child who loves to giggle at silly mistakes, these global folktales celebrate the funny side of making errors an
Ages 5–9
Open House for Butterflies
Ruth Krauss
For the child who sees magic in everyday moments, this collection of whimsical 'definitions' celebrates the quirky logic
Ages 3–7
Through the Lens
Kennedy Through the Lens
Martin W. Sandler
For the curious student interested in how pictures tell a story, this visual history explores how JFK used photography t
Ages 10–18
This is Our Constitution
Khizr Khan
For the child curious about how a single speech can change history. Discover the power of words and the fight for freedo
Ages 8–12
How to Sing a Song
Kwame Alexander, Randy Preston
For the child finding their voice, this lyrical guide celebrates the courage and joy found in expressing one's unique so
Ages 4–8
American Like Me: Reflections on Life Between Cultures
America Ferrera
Thirty-one creators share personal stories about the vibrant, complex, and joyful experience of growing up with a foot i
Ages 12–18
Our White House: Looking In, Looking Out
David McCullough
For the curious child asking about the leaders of our country and the house they live in, this anthology brings American
Ages 8–14
Climbing the Stairs
Padma Venkatraman
In a traditional household in 1940s India, Vidya defies the expectations placed on women by seeking refuge and knowledge
Ages 12–18
Shredderman #1
Secret Identity
Wendelin Van Draanen
Nolan fights back against his longtime bully by launching a secret website where truth, justice, and the mysterious Shre
Ages 8–12
I Can Read Level 3
Clara and the Bookwagon
Nancy Smiler Levinson
A young farm girl in 1905 Maryland watches her world grow larger when she encounters a traveling book wagon and borrows
Ages 6–9
Hazel Hill Is Gonna Win This One
Maggie Horne
For the middle schooler learning to find their voice when they see unfairness or harassment affecting their friends.
Ages 8–12
Lucky Boy
Susan Boase
For the child curious about different cultures and history, this gentle biography explores the enduring bond between an
Ages 6–10
Hidden
Helen Frost
For the child grappling with a secret mistake or an old hurt, this verse novel explores how two lives can be tied togeth
Ages 10–14
The Summer of May
Cecilia Galante
For the child grappling with difficult family secrets and the weight of being the 'difficult' one in the house.
Ages 9–12
Once Upon a Time/Había una vez
Rueben Martínez
For the child curious about their heritage or why their family's language sounds like a beautiful mix of different world
Ages 6–12
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