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The Million Dollar Kick
Dan Gutman
For the artistic child who feels out of place in a sports-obsessed world, this story explores finding confidence when th
Ages 8–12
The Case of the Golden Pomegranate
Hartigan Browne
For the curious child who loves cracking codes and testing their wits, this interactive mystery turns the reader into a
Ages 8–12
Stegosaurus Would NOT Make a Good Pirate
Thomas Kingsley Troupe
For the child who feels like their unique traits don't always fit in, this silly story explores finding the right place
Ages 5–8
Molly Gets a Goat (and Wants to Give It Back)
Megan Atwood
For the child who thinks they want a pet but doesn't realize the work involved. Molly discovers that owning a goat is a
Ages 6–9
The Legends of Greemulax
Kimmy Schmidt, Sarah Mlynowski
For the child grappling with the idea that growing up means losing their gentleness or becoming someone they don't recog
Ages 8–12
The Luck of the Buttons
Anne Ylvisaker
For the child who feels defined by their family's mistakes and is looking for a way to stand out and prove their own wor
Ages 8–12
Worst Week at School
Elizabeth Lindsay
For the child feeling nervous about a grumpy new teacher or making a mistake on the first day back, this story offers a
Ages 7–10
Aunt Pitty Patty's Piggy
Jim Aylesworth
For the child learning that persistence is key when things don't go as planned. A rhythmic, classic tale about navigatin
Ages 4–8
Amelia Earhart and the Flying Chariot
Steve Sheinkin
For the child who loves imagining 'what if' scenarios or needs a playful way to connect with history beyond dates and fa
Ages 7–10
Suffering Scientists
Nick Arnold
For the child who thinks science is boring or needs to know that even geniuses make huge, messy mistakes while changing
Ages 8–12
Home on the Range
Disney
For the child who feels anxious about losing a place they love. These determined farm animals show that teamwork and bra
Ages 6–9
The Pennypackers Go on Vacation
Lisa Doan
For the child who thrives on chaos and humor. A laugh-out-loud adventure about a family whose 'perfect' vacation turns i
Ages 8–12
The Gingerbread Girl
Lisa Campbell Ernst
For the child who needs to see that quick thinking and cleverness can overcome any obstacle, even when following in a fa
Ages 4–8
School! Adventures at the Harvey N. Trouble Elementary School
Kate McMullan
Ron Faster navigates the zany halls of Harvey N. Trouble Elementary, encountering uniquely named staff like Ms. Roxanne
Ages 4–11
Lucky Luis
Gary Soto
For the child who relies on lucky charms or rituals to feel brave, this story helps separate superstitions from their ow
Ages 5–8
Witch's Brew
Blake A. Hoena
For the child who loves action and animals, this super-powered adventure helps middle-grade readers see the value of wor
Ages 8–12
The Million Dollar Shot
Dan Gutman
For the child who thrives on high stakes and needs a reminder that practice and integrity matter even when the pressure
Ages 8–12
Waffle
Chris Raschka
For the child who gets stuck in 'what-ifs' and overthinking. This gentle story helps kids recognize their anxiety and fi
Ages 4–8
How to Cheat a Dragon's Curse
Cressida Cowell
For the child who values loyalty above all else and needs to see that even a 'reluctant' hero can save the day when a be
Ages 7–12
Zero Tolerance
Michael Fry
For the child grappling with an unfair situation, this illustrated novel explores how to navigate bureaucracy and find y
Ages 8–12
The Super Glooper
Rob Alcraft
For the child who loves to tinker and build, this silly story explores what happens when a shortcut for chores leads to
Ages 6–8
Big Top Pee-wee: The Movie Storybook
Paul Reubens
For the child who loves to turn the ordinary into the extraordinary. Join Pee-wee as he uses his unique imagination to t
Ages 6–10
Farmer Parsnip Football Trainer
Mary Newell
For the child who loves the silly side of sports and teamwork, this vintage tale shows that even the most unlikely group
Ages 5–8
Sparky The Life and Art of Charles Schulz
Beverly Gherman
For the quiet child who wonders if their shyness is a hurdle or a gift. Discover how a boy who felt like a 'loser' creat
Ages 8–12
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