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for Ages 5–9 – Wonderlit | Wonderlit
2,735 books found
The Land of Stories #1
The Wishing Spell
Chris Colfer
For siblings navigating the ache of losing a parent, this magical adventure offers a wondrous escape into a world where
Ages 8–12
Seekers #1
The Quest Begins
Erin Hunter
Three orphaned bear cubs from different worlds must unite to survive the wilderness, led by a mysterious shape-shifter t
Ages 8–12
The Baby-Sitters Club Graphic Novels #11
Kristy and the Snobs
Ann M. Martin
Kristy is dealing with snobby new neighbors and a beloved dog who is slowing down in this graphic novel about friendship
Ages 8–12
The Night War
Kimberly Brubaker Bradley
Jewish twelve-year-old Miriam hides at a French boarding school in 1942, until a midnight mission gives her a chance to
Ages 9–13
Spirit Animals: Fall of the Beasts #3
The Return
Varian Johnson
An ancient evil threatens to sever the sacred link between humans and their spirit animals, forcing four heroes to risk
Ages 8–12
I Funny #1
I Funny
James Patterson, Chris Grabenstein
Jamie Grimm dreams of winning a massive comedy contest, using his wit to stand up to a local bully while hiding a secret
Ages 8–12
I Survived Graphic Novels #4
The Attacks of September 11, 2001
Lauren Tarshis
Lucas takes a train to New York City to talk to his hero, but he arrives just as a bright September morning turns into a
Ages 8–12
A Series of Unfortunate Events #12
The Penultimate Peril
Lemony Snicket
The Baudelaire orphans face harpoon guns, unsavory curry, and a notorious villain in this penultimate chapter of misery
Ages 9–13
Llama Llama #6
Llama Llama and the Bully Goat
Anna Dewdney
When Gilroy Goat starts teasing Llama Llama and his friends at school, Llama Llama isn't sure what to do. With his teach
Ages 3–7
Wonderstruck
Brian Selznick
A boy in 1977 searches for clues in his mother's room while a girl in 1927 seeks escape, their two worlds connecting thr
Ages 8–12
Buxton #2
The Madman of Piney Woods
Christopher Paul Curtis
Two boys playing in the woods of Ontario stumble upon the deep, hidden scars left behind by the American Civil War and t
Ages 9–12
The Little Prince
Antoine de Saint-Exupéry
A young prince travels from his tiny asteroid to distant planets, learning poignant lessons about the true nature of lov
Ages 8–18
Someone's Gonna End Up Crying
Jo Knowles
Maple escapes into her sketchbook to process her parents' constant arguing, using her drawings to find the courage to fa
Ages 8–12
I Survived #22
The Wellington Avalanche, 1910
Lauren Tarshis
Trapped on a stalled train during a relentless snowstorm, one young girl faces the terrifying power of America’s deadlie
Ages 8–12
Dragon #1
A Friend for Dragon
Dav Pilkey
From Dav Pilkey, this Acorn Book introduces Dragon, a lovable hero who finds friendship and navigates the bittersweet ex
Ages 6–9
Ruthie's Gift
Kimberly Brubaker Bradley
Eight-year-old tomboy Ruthie navigates a dramatic year of new friendships, a new brother, and the looming shadows of Wor
Ages 8–12
Making Scents
Arthur Yorinks
Mickey was raised by bloodhounds to be a champion sniffer, but a sudden move to a dog-hating household forces him to sni
Ages 8–12
Because of Winn-Dixie
Kate DiCamillo
Ten-year-old Opal finds more than just a stray dog at the grocery store; she finds a companion who helps her connect wit
Ages 8–12
An American Story
Kwame Alexander
A teacher guides her students through the difficult history of American slavery, following a path of resilience from Afr
Ages 4–10
How to Become a Planet
Nicole Melleby
Thirteen-year-old Pluto feels like a heavy black hole has replaced her old self, but a summer of new friendships helps h
Ages 9–13
Amulet #1
The Stonekeeper
Kazu Kibuishi
Emily and Navin's new home holds a dark secret. When their mother is snatched into an underground world, they embark on
Ages 8–12
The Night Diary #2
Amil and the After
Veera Hiranandani
Amil uses sketches to process his grief and confusion as his family attempts to build a new life in 1948 India following
Ages 8–12
The One and Only Ivan #3
The One and Only Ruby
Katherine Applegate
Baby elephant Ruby shares the moving story of her life in the African savannah, reflecting on memories of home while sur
Ages 8–12
The One and Only #1
The One and Only Ivan
Katherine Applegate
Ivan the gorilla is content with his mall enclosure and his art until a baby elephant arrives, sparking a powerful need
Ages 8–12
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