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Writing & Storytelling

835 books about writing & storytelling

Age

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Coretta Scott King

Ntozake Shange

For the child curious about how one person can change the world through courage and quiet strength. This story honors th

Ages 6–10

John Henry Johnson's First Pen Pal

Coretha Gantling

For the child eager to make a new friend and curious about the magic of the mailbox.

Ages 4–8

Calpurnia Tate #2

The Curious World of Calpurnia Tate

Jacqueline Kelly

For the girl who feels restricted by 'shoulds' and 'musts,' this story follows a curious mind eager to explore the natur

Ages 8–12

Who HQ Graphic Novels

Who Was Cesar Chavez?

Terry Blas, Who HQ

For the child who asks why some things aren't fair, this graphic novel brings to life the courageous journey of a man wh

Ages 8–12

Complete cheerful cherub

Rebecca McCann

For the child who needs a little boost of sunshine, these short, rhyming verses offer gentle reminders to stay positive

Ages 6–15

Sports Illustrated Kids: Would You Rather Challenges

Would You Rather Snag the Most Steals or Block the Most Shots?

Matt Chandler

For the young athlete who loves talking shop: this guide decodes the colorful and specialized vocabulary used on the bas

Ages 7–11

All the Colors of the Race

Arnold Adoff

For the child navigating a world of check-boxes, these rhythmic poems celebrate the beauty and complexity of growing up

Ages 9–13

Being Home

Traci Sorell

For the child preparing for a big move or searching for where they belong, this lyrical story celebrates the joy of retu

For the child who needs to know that their voice is a gift. This gentle biography shows how a young girl found the coura

Ages 4–8

Alex and the Monsters #1

Here Comes Mr. Flat!

Jaume Copons

For the child who struggles to tidy their room or find the magic in books, this graphic novel turns a messy bedroom into

Ages 7–10

Moonie and Junie #2

Interstellar Pen Pals

Katie Kordesh

For the child who feels like an outsider and needs to know that friendship can be found in the most unexpected places, e

Ages 8–12

Little Golden Book Biography

Maya Angelou: A Little Golden Book Biography

Anne Wynter

For the child discovering the power of their own voice. This gentle introduction shows how a young girl grew up to be a

Ages 2–5

The Native American Story Book #4

The Native American Story Book: Volume Four

G.W. Mullins

For the family looking to honor ancestral wisdom and explore the rich oral traditions of the Choctaw, Lumbee, and Hopi n

Ages 7–14

Little Golden Book Biography

Mel Brooks: A Little Golden Book Biography

Christy Mihaly

For the child who loves to make everyone giggle, this introduction to a comedy legend shows how laughter can be a lifelo

Ages 2–5

Little Golden Book Biography

Oprah Winfrey: A Little Golden Book Biography

Alliah L. Agostini

For the child who needs to see how big dreams and hard work can change the world. This gentle biography introduces a leg

For the child grappling with spiritual questions or feeling overwhelmed by a world that seems dark and uncertain.

Ages 10–14

I'm Not a Pig in Underpants

Elwood Smith

For the curious child who loves a good giggle, this rhyming guessing game uses silly animal comparisons to help little o

Ages 4–8

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

For Lamb

Lesa Cline-Ransome

For the teenager grappling with the weight of history and the devastating impact of systemic injustice on innocent lives

Ages 14–18

Silly Billy the Squirrel

Jennifer L. Trace

For curious kids who love cartoons and history, this guide explores the evolution of animation from early optical toys t

Ages 8–14

Diary of a Wimpy Kid #1

Diary of a Wimpy Kid

Jeff Kinney

For the middle-schooler navigating the awkward gaps between childhood and being a 'cool' teenager, while dealing with so

Ages 8–12

The Jitters Series #2

First Year Letters

Julie Danneberg

For the child who wonders what teachers think after the school bell rings. This collection of letters explores the speci

Ages 5–8

Baby-Sitters Little Sister #106

Karen's President

Ann M. Martin

For the child learning to navigate school-age competition and the highs and lows of leadership during a first class elec

Ages 7–9

The Story Of: A Biography Series for New Readers

The Story of Kamala Harris

Tonya Leslie

For the child who needs to see that big dreams are possible. This biography shows how a young girl's passion for fairnes

Ages 6–9

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