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My Dog Can Fly
Leigh Treseder
For the child adjusting to a new home or living with a relative, this story brings magic to the lonely process of starti
Ages 7–10
Borreguita and the Coyote
Verna Aardema
For the child who needs to know that being small doesn't mean being helpless. This clever lamb uses her wits and humor t
Ages 4–8
Art from the Heart
Ellie O'Ryan
For the child who feels overwhelmed when asked to be creative on command, this story follows a chipper monkey learning t
Ages 6–10
Piggie Pie!
Margie Palatini
For the child who loves clever tricks and silly surprises. A hungry witch meets her match when smart farm animals use di
Ages 4–8
Flight of the Dodo
Peter Brown
For the child who dreams of the impossible. A group of flightless birds proves that with a little engineering and a lot
Ages 4–8
The Great Big Dummy
Janet Schulman
For the child who feels left out when friends are busy, this classic story shows how imagination and creativity can turn
Ages 4–8
The Pet Potato
Josh Lacey
For the child who is disappointed when a gift isn't what they hoped for, or for those learning that love can grow in the
Ages 4–8
Zoo School
Laurie Miller Hornik
For the child who thrives in unconventional environments or feels stifled by rigid rules, this quirky tale celebrates th
Ages 8–12
The One that Got Away
Percival Everett
For the curious child who loves numbers and the Wild West, this zany adventure turns a math lesson into a hilarious cowb
Ages 4–8
Back to School, Backpack!
Simon Rich
For the child feeling weighed down by first-day jitters. A nervous backpack discovers that while the load is heavy, ever
Ages 4–8
The Monster Friend
Asaf Rozanes
For the child who checks under the bed every night, this story helps transform scary monsters into misunderstood friends
Ages 3–8
Mabel, One and Only
Margaret Muirhead
For the child who feels like the only kid on the block. Mabel and her dog Jack discover that when adults are too busy to
Ages 4–8
Grumblebunny
Bob Hartman
For the child who struggles to find a silver lining. Discover how a grumpy attitude and constant complaining can actuall
Ages 4–8
Scariest Stunts Ever!
Jesse Leon McCann
For the thrill-seeking child fascinated by extreme challenges, this guide explores the daring stunts and behind the scen
Ages 8–12
Fox on Wheels
Edward Marshall
For the child learning to handle responsibility and mistakes with a sense of humor. These three stories follow a relatab
Ages 4–8
A Fish for Mrs. Gardenia
Yossi Abolafia
For the child who loves a good laugh when things go wrong. This silly tale of a missing dinner date fish turns a neighbo
Ages 4–8
Aunt Chip and the Great Triple Creek Dam Affair
Patricia Polacco
For the family looking to balance digital habits with the magic of storytelling, this whimsical fable shows how books ca
Ages 6–10
The Baron Rides Out
Adrian Mitchell
For the child who loves to spin wild yarns and stretch the truth. This collection of over-the-top tall tales celebrates
Ages 6–10
The Forgetful Bears
Lawrence Weinberg
For the child who gets frustrated by mistakes or forgetfulness, this silly story shows that even when things go wrong, y
Ages 4–8
A Fun Weekend
Franz Brandenberg
For the child whose big plans just got rained out. This gentle story helps little ones see that even when things go wron
Ages 4–8
S.O.S. Bobomobile!
Jan Wahl
For the budding creator who dreams of grand adventures and building the impossible with a mentor who shares their vision
Ages 7–10
Gib Morgan, Oilman
Ariane Dewey
For the child who loves larger-than-life stories and wants to see how a little imagination can turn a real job into an e
Ages 6–10
Little Miss Liberty
Chris Robertson
For the child who feels like they are outgrowing their surroundings or struggling to find where they truly belong, this
Ages 4–8
Hooray! My Butt Left the Bench!
Henry Winkler, Lin Oliver
For the child who feels like their physical or learning challenges keep them on the sidelines. Hank learns to contribute
Ages 6–9
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