Writing & Storytelling

For the middle grader who feels stuck in their 'little kid' image and is ready to experiment with who they are and how t

For the teen processing the quiet ache of loss, this verse novel explores a boy's journey through grief and the search f

Humphrey the mouse documents a busy year inside a church, capturing the humorous daily life of his rodent friends and th

A mild-mannered mouse finds himself swept away on far-flung adventures in this memoir featuring colorful typefaces and v

For the child who feels overwhelmed when they lose a favorite item and needs a reminder that friends are there to help s

With their library home under construction, Sam and Sarah move to the attic to build incredible shelters, from yurts to

For the child who finds themselves caught in the middle of family drama or needs to learn how to mediate conflict betwee

The ancient roots of the Assyrian people stretch back to the dawn of Mesopotamia, where unique languages and traditions

For the child who loves to be the center of attention or struggles when others take the lead, this school-day story expl

Lifelong friends Gemma and Alice face the ultimate test when a diary secret is revealed and one of them prepares to move

For the young Disney enthusiast curious about how Mickey Mouse became a star. Explore the 1930s origins of an icon throu

Delphine, Vonetta, and Fern travel to Oakland in the summer of 1968 to visit their mother, finding themselves in the mid

For the curious child wanting to know more about the real people behind the stories, this guide brings Benjamin Franklin

For children who use or encounter different ways of speaking, this gentle guide celebrates communication in all its form

For the child who feels like they are failing despite trying their hardest. This story celebrates the brilliance of kids

For the child who loves fairy tales but needs to see themselves as a leader, this book reimagines what it means to be a

For the child stepping out of their comfort zone, this high-stakes adventure models bravery when facing the unknown and

When teenager Lucas Swain finds a stray urn in a taxi office, he becomes determined to uncover the mystery of the woman

Claudia Kishi balances her artistic spirit and baby-sitting duties with a new role on the airwaves at WSTO.

For the child who feels like an outsider during gym class or struggles with the pressure of early middle school social c

For the teenager navigating the weight of family responsibility and the search for safety in a neighborhood facing the h

Armed with her own unique logic, Gina Kaminski steps into a fairy tale to rewrite the ending and save the wolf from a wo

A rich tapestry of African American identity unfolds through these legendary folktales, magical fairy stories, and inspi

Award-winning art and words honor the African American experience by celebrating the strength, height, and enduring love