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Bill Peet: An Autobiography
Bill Peet
For the child who loves to draw and wonders how their favorite movies are made. This memoir follows a creative journey f
Ages 8–14
Chunky
Yehudi Mercado
For the child who feels pressured to fit into a mold that doesn't feel right, especially when it comes to sports and bod
Ages 8–12
The Wide-Awake Princess
E. D. Baker
For the child who feels overlooked or ordinary compared to others, this adventure proves that being 'different' is often
Ages 8–12
Rieden Reece and the Virtual Girl
Matt Guzman
For the middle schooler who feels the weight of adult expectations, follow Rieden as he navigates a world where the grow
Ages 8–12
Anyone But Me
Nancy Krulik
For the child who has ever felt picked on and wished to be someone else, this magical adventure proves that being yourse
Ages 7–10
The Rookie
Amma Lee
For the child who feels overlooked because of their size or age and needs to see that bravery and determination can outw
Ages 8–12
Amazing Ash & Superhero Ah Ma
Melanie Lee
For the child noticing a grandparent's memory changes. This story uses a superhero lens to help families navigate aging
Ages 8–12
Jeremy Fink and the Meaning of Life
Wendy Mass
For the child grappling with a past loss or feeling anxious about the transition to being a 'teenager' and the big quest
Ages 8–12
Timothy Turtle
Al Graham
For the child who wonders if the grass is greener on the other side. This rhythmic tale explores the value of being happ
Ages 4–8
William and the Pop Singers
Richmal Crompton
For the child who thrives on independence and high-spirited mischief. William's 1960s adventures offer a hilarious look
Ages 8–12
William the Dictator
Richmal Crompton
For the child who loves to lead the pack. This classic collection of humorous tales explores the power and pitfalls of a
Ages 8–12
There's a Hair in My Dirt: A Worm's Story
Gary Larson
For the child who feels overlooked or unimportant, this darkly funny tale explores the vital role every creature plays i
Ages 8–14
Class Clown
Johanna Hurwitz
For the child who struggles to sit still or often finds themselves in trouble despite their best intentions to be good.
Ages 7–10
The Several Lives of Orphan Jack
Sarah Ellis
For the child stepping into the world alone for the first time. This whimsical tale follows an orphan discovering that l
Ages 8–12
Toto the Turkey
Sergiu Afanasiu
For the child learning to navigate the highs of success and the lows of disappointment while discovering where they trul
Ages 5–8
Steals the Sword of the Wind
Misa Sugiura
For the child who feels like an outsider or is balancing the weight of a parent's illness while discovering their own hi
Ages 8–12
Abe Lincoln's Hat
Martha Brenner
For the child who struggles with organization or memory, this charming look at Abe Lincoln shows that even great leaders
Ages 6–9
S.O.R. Losers
Avi
For the child who feels pressured to excel in areas they don't enjoy. This story celebrates the freedom to be yourself,
Ages 8–12
Wicked Marigold
Caroline Carlson
For the child who feels like the 'black sheep' of the family or struggles to find their own identity while living in a s
Ages 8–12
Sned Higgins
Chris Billingsley
For the child who relies on a 'security blanket' of imagination to face social pressure and the terrifying prospect of p
Ages 8–12
Exploring Careers With Animals
Edition Aimer Offrir
For the child who loves to ask why and how, this playful guide uses friendly animals to help kids discover 60 different
Ages 4–8
Fairy Godmothers Are For Wimps
Laurel Veil
For the child who feels like they are constantly being compared to a high achieving sibling and wishes for a magical sho
Ages 8–12
Smoochy and the Maga
Lea Kinley
For the child who feels like a fish out of water in new environments. This whimsical urban fantasy follows a magical cre
Ages 8–14
Big Nate Blasts Off
Lincoln Peirce
For kids who love laugh-out-loud school stories and relatable middle-grade misadventures, Big Nate delivers humorous cha
Ages 8–12
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