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Roger's Upside Down Day
Betty Ren Wright
For the child having a 'no-good' day where nothing goes right. This gentle story validates the frustration of small mish
Ages 2–5
Stone Underpants
Rebecca Lisle
For the child who loves to tinker and build, this silly Stone Age tale celebrates the trial and error process of solving
Ages 3–7
Kindness With Many Words
Christina Lee Scafidi
For the child who needs help finding the right words to show love and compassion. This gentle guide teaches kids how to
Ages 4–10
Pirate Mom
Deborah Underwood
For the child who loves seeing their parents let loose and get silly, this funny story explores what happens when Mom's
Ages 4–7
Pigs
Robert Munsch
For the child who struggles to follow rules and needs to see the hilarious (and messy) consequences of curiosity gone wi
Ages 3–7
How Do Dinosaurs...? #4
How Do Dinosaurs Clean Their Rooms?
Jane Yolen
For the toddler who needs a little nudge to put away toys, these messy-to-neat dinosaurs turn chores into a game of rhym
Ages 0–4
Little Yoga
Rebecca Whitford
For the parent looking for a playful way to help their toddler find calm. This gentle board book introduces simple yoga
Ages 0–4
Beware of the Storybook Wolves
Lauren Child
For the child who needs a bit of humor and cleverness to face their nighttime fears and outsmart the scary things under
Ages 4–8
Never, Not Ever
Beatrice Alemagna
For the child who flatly refuses to go to school and wishes they could just bring their parents along for protection and
Ages 4–8
Forever Home: A Dog and Boy Love Story
Henry Cole
For the child who longs for a pet but needs to show they are ready for the responsibility of care and connection.
Ages 4–8
I Wanna #1
I Wanna Iguana
Karen Kaufman Orloff
For the child who is ready to prove they are responsible enough for a pet. This humorous story shows how to build a case
Ages 4–8
Kindergarten Diary
Antoinette Portis
For the child who is nervous about starting school. Follow Annalina's daily diary as she transforms from a worried begin
Ages 4–7
Niño Wrestles the World #2
Rudas: Niño's Horrendous Hermanitas
Yuyi Morales
For the big brother or sister struggling with rowdy siblings who disrupt their play, this high-energy story turns family
Ages 4–8
Little Cliff #2
Little Cliff's First Day of School
Clifton L. Taulbert
For the child feeling overwhelmed by the unknown on their first day of school. A reassuring look at how community and fa
Ages 4–8
Dinosaur vs. #5
Dinosaur vs. School (A Dinosaur vs. Book, 5)
Bob Shea
For the child feeling a mix of nerves and excitement about their first day in a classroom. This energetic story builds c
Ages 3–5
Big Bear and Little Bear #4
You and Me, Little Bear
Martin Waddell
For the child who wants to play while a parent is busy with chores, this cozy story models how working together makes th
Ages 2–5
The Railway Series
Thomas and the Fat Controller's Engines
Unknown
For the child who takes great pride in their chores and loves feeling like a helpful member of the team. These stories c
Ages 3–7
Lively Elizabeth!
Mara Bergman
For the child who struggles to sit still or follow rules when excitement takes over. A relatable look at navigating clas
Ages 3–6
Piggy Pie Po
Audrey Wood
For the toddler who loves to move, groove, and dress up. This rhythmic collection of stories celebrates a playful pig's
Ages 2–5
Fly, Chick, Fly!
Jeanne Willis
For the child who feels safer staying where things are familiar rather than trying something new or scary.
Ages 3–7
Annie's Chair
Deborah Niland
For the toddler or preschooler who is fiercely protective of their favorite things and isn't quite ready to share their
Ages 2–5
See Me Play
Paul Meisel
For the child taking their first brave steps into reading, these playful pups build confidence through simple, rhythmic
Ages 4–6
Rocket the Dog
Drop It, Rocket!
Tad Hills
For the budding reader who is learning that some treasures are hard to let go of. Follow Rocket the dog as he practices
Ages 3–7
Alice the Fairy
David Shannon
For the child who turns every blanket into a cape and every stick into a wand. This story celebrates the boundless joy a
Ages 3–7
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