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6,541 books found
The Day of the Pelican
Katherine Paterson
Thirteen-year-old Meli and her family must flee their home in Kosovo, journeying through refugee camps to find a new beg
Ages 10–14
A Long Walk to Water
Linda Sue Park
Follow the incredible journey of Salva, who walks across three countries to survive the Sudanese civil war and later ret
Ages 10–14
The Liddy Family #3
The White Horse Trick
Kate Thompson
In a future Ireland ravaged by climate change, JJ must enter the fairy realm of Tir na n'Og to confront a warlord causin
Ages 12–17
Bluebird Summer
Deborah Hopkinson
For children processing the loss of a grandparent, this story shows how nurturing a garden and caring for wildlife can h
Ages 4–8
Max's Dream
William Mayne
Chosen as king of the midsummer festival, a young boy sets out with his friends on a lyrical quest to follow a dream and
Ages 8–12
Grandpa #1
Could Be Worse!
James Stevenson
Grandpa always has the same predictable reactions until a very unusual morning changes everything and proves things are
Ages 4–8
Amber Was Brave, Essie Was Smart
Vera B. Williams
For children navigating the complex emotions of a parent's absence, this moving verse novel explores how two sisters lea
Ages 7–11
Golem A Giant Made of Mud
Mark Podwal
Jewish folklore comes to life in this retelling of the legendary mud giant created to protect a community.
Ages 5–10
You Never Know A Legend of the Lamed-Vavniks
Francine Prose
Schmuel the shoemaker is mocked by his fellow villagers, but this humble craftsman holds a secret identity in a legendar
Ages 5–9
At the Crossroads
Rachel Isadora
For children experiencing the long wait for a loved one to return, this story honors the patience and vibrant hope of fa
Ages 4–8
The First Christmas
Nonny Hogrogian
For families seeking a quiet, reverent way to share the Christmas story through classic biblical text and soft, luminous
Ages 4–8
Harry #3
Harry's Mom
Barbara Ann Porte
Harry gathers stories from his family to learn about the brave, wonderful mother he lost when he was just a baby.
Ages 6–9
Voice of the Wilderness #4
A Raven of the Rainforest
Rosanne Parry
Born with a single white feather and a heavy prophecy, Westerly the raven must find the courage to lead her roost when a
Ages 8–12
Bean Boy
George Shannon
An orphan with nothing but a cup of beans relies on his wits and the kindness of strangers to navigate a world full of c
Ages 4–8
What Will the Weather be Like Today?
Paul Rogers
Will it be sunny, windy, or gray? Rhyming humans and animals look at the sky together to imagine all the different ways
Ages 3–7
I Had a Lot of Wishes
James Stevenson
For the child learning to navigate the mixed emotions of wanting things that don't always happen. A gentle look at the s
Ages 4–8
The Night After Christmas
James Stevenson
For children processing the bittersweet end of a holiday or feeling the sting of being left out, this gentle story follo
Ages 4–8
Dorothy #2
Dorothy's Darkest Days
Judith Caseley
Dorothy’s busy home life with her brothers and sister feels secure until a tragedy at school changes everything and she
Ages 8–12
The Black Bull of Norroway: A Scottish Tale
Charlotte Huck
A brave young girl leaves home to seek her fortune across Scotland and Norway in this classic tale of courage and unexpe
Ages 5–9
The Oldest Elf
James Stevenson
Santa’s oldest elf and a retired reindeer team up to prove they still have plenty of holiday magic to give for one last
Ages 4–8
One More Wednesday
Malika Doray
Deeply tender moments fill this story of a little animal who honors his grandmother's memory while asking his mother hon
Ages 3–7
The Cuckoo's Child
Suzanne Freeman
Eleven-year-old Mia clings to a fierce hope that her parents are still alive, even after their boat is lost in the vast
Ages 9–12
The Three Wonderful Beggars
Sally Scott
Three mysterious beggars intervene to protect young Vassili from the deadly schemes of a greedy man determined to keep h
Ages 5–9
The Bremen Town Musicians
Jacob Grimm, Wilhelm Grimm
A dog, a donkey, a cat, and a rooster find a second chance at life when they team up to travel to Bremen and start a ban
Ages 4–8
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