Writing & Storytelling

For the child who finds magic in the quiet details of the world around them. This collection of nature poetry nurtures a

One month before graduation, Quentin's predictable life is upended by a midnight adventure and the sudden disappearance

The unusual Figg family trades the stage for a new life in Pineapple, leading to a series of surreal adventures and refl

For the precocious child who loves questioning authority and digging for the truth in a world that expects them to stay

Sijo poems use a specific rhythm and syllable count to build up a topic before hitting you with a sudden, funny, or iron

For the movie lover who wonders how Kevin's stunts really work. This guide reveals the movie magic behind the cameras an

Barnyard chaos erupts when a group of cold cows finds an old typewriter and begins demanding electric blankets from a ve

Lila lives in the cool shadows of the moonflowers, relying on her sister and friends to describe the warmth of a sun she

For the child who feels small in a big world or often plays alone. This quiet story celebrates the rich inner life of a

Read these poems forward to hear a classic Greek myth, then read them in reverse to see the same story from a completely

Ten-year-old Mieko fears her artistic gift is lost after the bombing of Nagasaki, but living with her grandparents helps

For the child who takes everything literally, these clever illustrations turn common idioms into hilarious visual jokes

Poems, handmade cards, and a giant heart signed by the whole class make for a very busy and heartwarming Valentine's Day

For the child curious about real-life heroes who fought for liberty. This collection of historical accounts honors the g

For the tween navigating the whirlwind of middle school, digital drama, and the complex feelings that arise when a divor

Dark ambition and madness take center stage in this striking graphic novel adaptation of Shakespeare's classic tale of a

For the child who needs to see that girls can be daring pioneers too. Discover the true story of a fearless woman who so

For the child grappling with the pain of parting or learning about the gravity of history through the personal lens of f

For the child who loves epic tales and wonders how the modern world came to be. This narrative journey turns nearly 1,00

For the curious child who wonders how everyday objects are made, this riddle-filled journey reveals the natural origins

For the teenager navigating the complex shift from childhood to young adulthood and seeking a creative space to explore

For the child grappling with the idea that growing up means losing their gentleness or becoming someone they don't recog

Step-by-step instructions and government resources provide the tools needed to dig through history and track down your o

For the teen navigating their own mental health journey or trying to understand a friend's experience through diverse, h