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The Great Zapfino
Mac Barnett
For the child who feels overwhelmed by expectations or fears a big challenge. A former circus star learns that true brav
Ages 4–8
So You Want to Be President?
Judith St. George
For the curious child fascinated by history and leadership, this engaging book explores the surprising facts and varied
Ages 7–11
Branch Line Engines
Rev. W. Awdry
For the child learning that mistakes happen when we let ego take the wheel, or when we are faced with a challenging new
Ages 3–8
Rotten School Day
Felice Arena, Phil Kettle
For the child who struggles with morning routines or feels anxious about what a new day at school might bring.
Ages 6–9
Arthur and the Race to Read
Marc Brown
For the child who thrives on a little friendly competition or needs a nudge to see that reading can be as exciting as an
Ages 5–8
The Loud House 3-in-1: Vol. 6
The Loud House Creative Team
For the child who thrives in a big, busy family and needs a reminder that even the most chaotic days are filled with lov
Ages 7–12
Pete the Cat: Secret Agent
James Dean, Kimberly Dean
For the curious child who loves solving puzzles and playing pretend. Pete the Cat goes undercover to solve a backyard my
Ages 4–8
Junie B. Jones Is a Dumb Bunny
Barbara Park
For the child who struggles with losing or feels embarrassed when things don't go as planned.
Ages 6–9
Life with Siblings
Lissa Rovetch
For siblings navigating grief and uncertainty together, this series offers a quirky, resilient look at staying united th
Ages 8–12
Extreme Sports
Tracey Turner
For the child who is fascinated by high stakes and daring feats, this guide explores the wild world of extreme sports an
Ages 8–12
The Ghost of Slappy
R.L. Stine
For the middle-grader who loves a thrill, this spooky tale uses supernatural chaos to help kids face their fears with a
Ages 8–12
The Great Smelling Bee
R. L. Stine
For the child who loves a bit of mischief and competition, this story explores how to handle school rivalries with humor
Ages 7–10
Junie B. Jones Is a Graduation Girl
Barbara Park
For the child feeling the pressure of school milestones or who has accidentally ruined something special and fears the c
Ages 5–8
The Worry (Less) Book
Rachel Brian
For children who feel overwhelmed by 'what-ifs,' this graphic guide explains the biology of anxiety and provides funny,
Ages 8–14
Killer Animals
Tracey Turner
For the child fascinated by nature's most dangerous creatures and the thrill of a close encounter (from a safe distance)
Ages 7–11
McBroom's Zoo
Sid Fleischman
For the child with a wild imagination who loves over-the-top stories about impossible creatures and the magic of a tall
Ages 6–10
Charlie
Chilkibo Publishing
For the child who needs to know that even the biggest stars have bad days. This classic poem handles public failure with
Ages 5–12
Anansi
Brian Gleeson
For the child who loves outsmarting the 'big kids.' Explore how a tiny spider uses his quick wits and humor to navigate
Ages 5–10
Ninja Red Riding Hood
Corey Rosen Schwartz
For the child who loves action and needs to see that heroes come in all sizes, this rhyming tale subverts expectations w
Ages 4–8
The Bark Park
Cam Higgins
For the child who feels like they can't quite get things right, follow Mildred Hubble's magical mishaps as she navigates
Ages 7–10
Big Ben
Jenny Dale
For the child who feels like they are always 'too much' or accidentally making messes, this story celebrates finding you
Ages 7–10
The Story of Betty White
Tam Warner Minton
For the child who loves animals and dreams of a life in the spotlight, this biography follows Betty White's journey from
Ages 8–12
Jenna Ortega: A Little Golden Book Biography
Heather E. Schwartz
For the young fan who dreams of the spotlight, this biography follows Jenna Ortega's journey from child actress to the i
Ages 7–11
The Smurfs 3-in-1: Vol. 5
Peyo
For the child who loves solving problems through teamwork and humor, these classic tales follow a village of small blue
Ages 7–11
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