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Very Short Tall Tales to Read Together
Mary Ann Hoberman
For the budding reader who wants to share the spotlight: these rhythmic American folktales use color-coded text to make
Ages 4–8
Wizard for a Day
Sherryl Jordan
For the child navigating the stress of a mistake that feels impossible to fix, this magical mishap explores taking respo
Ages 8–12
Revenge of the Sis
Amy Ignatow, Jarrett J. Krosoczka
For the child adjusting to a new school or environment, Christina's diary-style journey shows how to find your place whi
Ages 8–12
When Charlie McButton Lost Power
Suzanne Collins
For the child who feels lost without a screen, this rhyming tale explores the frantic transition from digital obsession
Ages 4–8
The Boy Who Lost His Spark
Maggie O'Farrell
For the child struggling to settle into a new home or feeling a heavy cloud they can't quite name, this story finds magi
Ages 7–10
The Glorkian Warrior Eats Adventure Pie
James Kochalka
For the child who loves silliness and needs to see that even a bumbling hero can handle a rival's teasing with a little
Ages 6–10
Your Mother Was a Neanderthal
Jon Scieszka
For the child who loves to laugh and wonders what life was like before video games, this zany adventure makes history an
Ages 7–11
Chicken Stu
Nathan Luff
For the child who feels like a fish out of water or struggles to keep up with 'tougher' peers, this hilarious tale celeb
Ages 8–12
The Search for the Giant Arctic Jellyfish
Chloe Savage
For the child who loves to explore and wonders if magic is hiding in plain sight, this whimsical tale celebrates the joy
Ages 4–8
Shawn Loves Sharks
Curtis Manley
For the child struggling with disappointment or competition when things don't go their way, this story helps navigate bi
Ages 4–8
Jim Nasium Is a Soccer Goofball
Marty McKnight
For the child who feels like a 'goofball' on the field, this funny story follows Jim as he turns his clumsy mistakes int
Ages 6–9
The League of Lasers
Mike Lawrence
For the child who thrives in clubs or scouts, this intergalactic adventure explores the pressure of elite expectations a
Ages 8–12
For Pet's Sake
Randi Zuckerberg
For the child who wants to do everything at once, this funny story explores the importance of setting boundaries and kno
Ages 6–9
The Age of Exploration: Totally Getting Lost
Erik Slader, Ben Thompson
For the child who feels discouraged by mistakes: discover how the world's most famous explorers only found success by ge
Ages 8–12
Diving with Dolphins
Nick Arnold
For the curious child who loves the ocean but craves the gritty truth. Explore the wild, funny, and sometimes gross real
Ages 8–12
The Famous Stanley Kidnapping Case
Zilpha Keatley Snyder
For siblings navigating the ups and downs of a blended family, this classic mystery shows how even the most annoying tra
Ages 8–12
The Flying Acorns
James Stevenson
For the child who loves to put on a show or dreams of the big top. This lighthearted story celebrates the joy of trying
Ages 4–8
Zombie in Love
Kelly DiPucchio
For the child who feels like their quirks make them hard to love, this story shows that there is a perfect match for eve
Ages 4–8
The Unusual Mind of Vincent Shadow
Tim Kehoe
For the creative child who feels like an outsider, this story celebrates the power of thinking differently and the coura
Ages 8–12
SCRAM: Society of Creatures Real and Magical
Rory Lucey
For the child who loves exploring their own backyard, this humorous graphic novel celebrates the joy of finding magic in
Ages 8–12
Thirsty Thursday
Phyllis Root
For the child who loves helping in the garden, this whimsical story shows how creativity and working with friends can so
Ages 4–8
Robots Go Wild!
James Patterson, Chris Grabenstein
For the child who feels the pressure of competition or worries about a family member's job, this funny adventure explore
Ages 8–12
Stop That Frog!
Henry Winkler, Lin Oliver
For the child who struggles with organizational skills or feels like they always mess things up despite having the best
Ages 6–9
How This Book Was Made
Mac Barnett
For the curious child who wonders how their favorite stories reach the shelf, this hilarious guide validates the long, m
Ages 4–8
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