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The Extraordinary Gardener
written and illustrated by Sam Boughton
For the dreamer living in a gray city who wants to make a difference. This story celebrates how one small seed of imagin
Ages 3–7
16 Words
Lisa Rogers
For the child who notices the small details in the world and wonders how a simple moment can become a lasting piece of a
Ages 4–8
Along Came Coco
Eva Byrne
For the creative child who feels like an outsider, this story shows how a unique perspective and a bit of grit can turn
Ages 4–8
Forensics Squad Unleashed
Monique Polak
For the curious child who loves to ask 'why' and is ready to test their problem-solving skills against a real-world myst
Ages 9–12
Courage
Barbara Binns
For the child who feels the weight of family expectations or the pressure to belong. This story explores how true braver
Ages 8–12
Story Pirates Present #2
The Story Pirates Present: Digging Up Danger
Jacqueline West
For the child who loves to ask 'what if' and 'how,' this botanical mystery inspires budding authors to turn their own wi
Ages 8–12
D-Rib #1
Next
Kevin Waltman
For the child curious about grit and the arts, this biography explores Lee Marvin's journey from a decorated Marine to a
Ages 10–14
Books for a Better Earth
Breaking the Mold: Changing the Face of Climate Science
Dana Alison Levy
For the child who wonders if they have a place in the world of science, this book showcases diverse trailblazers tacklin
Ages 8–12
Six Dots
Jen Bryant
For the child who feels frustrated by limitations, this inspiring biography shows how a young boy's determination turned
Ages 4–9
The Kitchen Knight: A Tale of King Arthur
Margaret Hodges
For the child who needs to know that true strength comes from humble beginnings and that character is proven through act
Ages 7–10
Some Kind of Pride
Maria Testa
For the young athlete who feels the weight of everyone's expectations and wonders if their passion for the game is still
Ages 8–12
Elefantina's Dream
X.J. Kennedy
For the child who feels a bit clumsy or out of place, this rhythmic tale celebrates the joy of pursuing a big, unlikely
Ages 4–8
Eyes of the World
Marc Aronson, Marina Budhos
For the teen discovering how to use their creative voice to speak truth to power and navigate the complexities of identi
Ages 12–18
Guys Read #3
The Sports Pages
Jon Scieszka
For the middle-schooler who would rather be on the field than in a book. This high-energy collection uses humor and grit
Ages 8–12
Parks for the People: How Frederick Law Olmsted Designed America
Elizabeth Partridge
For the child who loves exploring local parks and wonders why we have green spaces in busy cities. Discover the man who
Ages 8–12
The Boy Who Drew Birds: A Story of John James Audubon
Jacqueline Davies
For the child who asks a million questions about the natural world, this story of a young explorer shows how curiosity c
Ages 5–10
A Book for Black-Eyed Susan
Judy Young
For children processing the isolation of a physical disability and the longing to be truly heard by those around them.
Ages 10–14
Amelia Earhart: The Legend of the Lost Aviator
Shelley Tanaka
For the child who needs to see that 'nontraditional' dreams are worth chasing, regardless of what society expects of the
Ages 8–12
Surfer of the Century: The Life of Duke Kahanamoku
Ellie Crowe
For the child who loves the ocean and needs an inspiring example of how passion and perseverance can turn a local tradit
Ages 6–10
Black and Blue Magic
Zilpha Keatley Snyder
For the child who feels like a klutz in their own skin, this story offers a magical escape into the sky while navigating
Ages 8–12
Lines, Bars and Circles
Helaine Becker
For the child who loves to tinker and ask why, this lively biography shows how one man's creative thinking turned boring
Ages 6–9
Ada's Violin
Susan Hood
For the child who needs to see how beauty can be created from nothing. A moving story of hope and resourcefulness in the
Ages 4–9
The Penderwicks #4
The Penderwicks in Spring
Jeanne Birdsall
For the child grappling with a heavy secret or feeling lost within a busy family, this story offers a gentle path toward
Ages 8–12
Caveboy Dave #1
More Scrawny Than Brawny
Aaron Reynolds
For the child who feels small in a world that values brawn, this story celebrates the quiet strength of kindness and bei
Ages 4–8
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