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44 books
Age
0–2
3–5
6–8
9–12
13+
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Chapter Books
Middle Grade
Graphic Novels
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Captain Rosalie
Timothee de Fombelle
For the child grappling with a parent's absence or the weight of a family secret. This poignant tale follows a girl find
Ages 8–12
Luke Challenger #2
Return to the Lost World
Steve Barlow, Steve Skidmore
For the adventurous spirit who feels a call to protect their family, this cinematic journey follows a teen's daring miss
Ages 10–14
Pillow of Clouds
Marc Talbert
For the teen feeling caught in the middle of a high-conflict divorce, Chester's story validates the heavy guilt of choos
Ages 11–15
The Mighty Heart of Sunny St. James
Ashley Herring Blake
For the child navigating the complex emotions of a major health recovery while exploring their changing identity and evo
Ages 10–14
Zeke Meeks #6
Zeke Meeks vs the Mother's Day Meltdown
D.L. Green
For the child feeling the pressure of holiday gift giving on a budget. Zeke navigates sibling rivalry and the stress of
Ages 7–10
Julia #2
Julia's Magic
Eleanor Cameron
For the child who has ever felt the crushing weight of a secret mistake and the frantic need to fix things before being
Ages 8–12
Izzy #1
Busted!
Betty Hicks
For the child who has made a big mistake and needs to figure out how to rebuild their parents' trust while facing the co
Ages 8–12
The Crocodiles Still Wait
Carol Carrick
For the child who feels small in a big world, this prehistoric tale showcases the fierce protective instincts and quiet
Ages 5–9
Beware of the Crocodile
Martin Jenkins
For the child who is fascinated by dangerous predators but also loves learning about how animals care for their young in
Ages 5–9
The Reminder
Rune Michaels
For the teenager grappling with the profound emptiness of loss and the unsettling ways we try to hold on to those we hav
Ages 12–17
Finding Dory
Finding Dory: The Junior Novelization
Suzanne Francis
For the child who feels different because of how their brain works, Dory's journey shows that memory struggles don't lim
Ages 8–12
Wild Babies
Nan Richardson, Catherine Chermayeff
For the child who is fascinated by the natural world, this stunning photo-essay explores the tender bonds and wild lives
Ages 4–10
The Revolution of Sabine
Beth Levine Ain
For the teen seeking their own voice amidst social pressure, this story of 18th-century rebellion explores the courage n
Ages 12–16
Dinky Hocker Shoots Smack!
M. E. Kerr
For the teenager who feels invisible in their own home or the parent struggling to balance social activism with family p
Ages 12–17
How to Be an Elephant
Katherine Roy
For the child captivated by how animals learn to survive and thrive. This deep dive into African elephant life shows the
Ages 7–11
Tales from Norendy #2
The Hotel Balzaar
Kate DiCamillo
For the child waiting for a loved one to return, this fable-like tale explores how stories can light the way through the
Ages 7–12
Bambi
Janet Schulman
For the child learning to navigate life's big changes and cycles, this gentle retelling offers a safe space to explore g
Ages 5–9
Ellen Takes Flight: The Life of Astronaut Ellen Ochoa
Doreen Rappaport
For the child who loves to ask 'how' and 'why,' this inspiring biography shows how lifelong curiosity and hard work can
Ages 6–9
Frankie and Friends #1
The Missing Sock
Christine Platt
For the curious child who turns every lost item into a grand adventure and loves to ask 'why' and 'how' about the world
Ages 6–9
First Mothers
Beverly Gherman
For the child curious about the people behind great leaders: discover the diverse mothers who shaped American history th
Ages 8–12
Dream Journal
Karen Halvorsen Schreck
For the teenager navigating the heavy waves of grief after losing a parent and searching for a way to reconnect with the
Ages 12–17
Brady Mason's Perfect Fit
Nicole Melleby
For the child who feels like they are outgrowing the boxes they were placed in. Brady navigates the high-pressure world
Ages 8–12
Something Special
Emily Rodda
For the imaginative child who wonders about the stories behind everyday objects and the lives of people who lived before
Ages 7–10
Bringing Up Baby: Wild Animal Families
Inc. Discovery Communications
For the curious child who wonders how animals in the wild stay safe and grow up, this photographic guide explores the he
Ages 8–12
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