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Bertolt
Jacques Goldstyn
Soft pastel illustrations tell the quiet, moving story of a young boy and his deep friendship with a faithful tree named
Ages 5–9
Andrew's Bright Blue T-shirt
Jessica Wollman
The snug fit of a beloved blue T-shirt becomes a gentle way for Andrew to track how much he has grown over time.
Ages 3–7
National Geographic Kids: Crossroads
1862, Fredericksburg: A New Look at a Bitter Civil War Battle
K. M. Kostyal
See the Battle of Fredericksburg through the eyes of Union soldiers, Confederate troops, and enslaved people in this det
Ages 10–14
The Gilded Girl #1
The Gilded Girl
Alyssa Colman
In a 1906 New York fueled by gold-based magic, Emma Harris tumbles from a life of privilege to one of service, finding a
Ages 8–12
Annals of Alasia #1
Prince of Malorn
Annie Douglass Lima
For the teenager navigating a sudden, life-altering change and seeking the strength to persevere when their world feels
Ages 12–16
I Am the Mummy Heb-Nefert
Eve Bunting
For the child curious about what it means to be remembered, this poetic story bridges the gap between ancient history an
Ages 7–10
Connor Wants His Old House Back
Donna Downing
For the child struggling to settle into a new environment, this gentle story addresses the longing for a previous home a
Ages 4–8
Wilfrid Gordon McDonald Partridge
Mem Fox
For the child curious about why a grandparent or older neighbor forgets things. A gentle look at how we can help loved o
Ages 4–8
The Pout-Pout Fish #1
Pout-Pout Fish Easter Surprise
Deborah Diesen
For the child who gets stuck in a gloomy mood and needs a gentle, silly reminder that they aren't defined by their 'pout
Ages 3–6
School of the Dead
Avi
For the child navigating the unsettling transition of moving and starting a new school while processing the loss of a be
Ages 8–12
The One and Only Ivan
Ivan: The Remarkable True Story of the Shopping Mall Gorilla
Katherine Applegate
For the child who asks why animals are in cages, this moving true story explores Ivan the gorilla's long journey from a
Ages 4–8
Children's Military Books: World War I #3
Life Among the Dead in the Trenches
For middle-grade students learning about the realities of World War I, this guide provides a historical look at the resi
Ages 9–12
Jazzy's Quest #1
What Matters Most
Juliet Bond, Carrie Goldman
For children navigating the transition into foster or kinship care, this gentle story affirms that a mother's love remai
Ages 4–8
Butterfly Hill #1
I Lived on Butterfly Hill
Marjorie Agosín
For a child grappling with a major move or separation from family. This poetic story explores finding strength and keepi
Ages 10–14
Don't Explain: A Song of Billie Holiday
Alexis De Veaux
For the teen navigating the complexities of artistic genius, the weight of history, and the courage required to find one
Ages 12–18
Choosing Brave: How Mamie Till-Mobley and Emmett Till Sparked the Civil Rights Movement
Angela Joy
Mamie Till-Mobley’s heartbreaking loss turned into a profound act of bravery that forced the world to look at injustice
Ages 7–10
The Heart-Shattering Facts about the Trail of Tears
For the middle-grade student processing the heavy realities of American history: this book offers a factual, sensitive l
Ages 8–12
Charlie Sue & Marmaduke: a story of grief for parents and children
K.M. Walton
For the child navigating the big feelings and physical emptiness after losing a pet. This gentle story validates grief a
Ages 3–8
Mama Grace Goes Home
Unknown
A gentle journey through grief provides a space for healing and hope after the death of a beloved grandmother.
Ages 3–7
The Gator Girls #4
Get Well, Gators!
Stephanie Calmenson, Joanna Cole
For the child who feels sad or left out when their best friend is home sick and cannot come out to play.
Ages 6–9
The Star
Corrinne Averiss
A heartwarming picture book about a child who falls from the sky and is taken in by a couple who love them as their own.
Ages 3–7
Growing Hearts #1
In My Heart
Jo Witek
For the child experiencing big, conflicting feelings they can't quite name yet. This gentle exploration helps little one
Ages 2–6
Was It the Chocolate Pudding?: A Story For Little Kids About Divorce
Sandra Levins
For the child who fears their own behavior caused a family breakup, this gentle story clarifies the reasons behind divor
Ages 2–6
Nasreen's Secret School: A True Story from Afghanistan
Jeanette Winter
For children processing world events or unfairness, this quiet story shows how knowledge and courage can light the way t
Ages 6–10
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