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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
We Can't Sleep
James Stevenson
For the child who is tossing and turning at bedtime. Grandpa shares a wildly exaggerated tall tale of his own childhood
Ages 4–8
Terror on the Training Ground
Keith Brumpton
For the child who loves jokes and sports, this high-energy dinosaur tale makes the pressure of teamwork and practice fee
Ages 7–9
Weasels
Elys Dolan
For the child who loves searching for hidden details and finds humor in things going spectacularly wrong, this book turn
Ages 4–9
Buzz Beaker and the Cool Caps
Cari Meister
For the young problem-solver who loves to tinker and build. When a heatwave hits, Buzz uses his STEM skills to keep his
Ages 5–8
Chuck Lends a Paw
Robert Quackenbush
For the child who wants to help but sometimes makes a mess: join Chuck Mouse as his good intentions lead to silly, overs
Ages 4–8
Howard
James Stevenson
For the child who feels like an outsider or has missed out on a big group event. Howard the duck finds friendship and ho
Ages 4–8
Leo and Emily's Zoo
Franz Brandenberg
For the child whose big creative projects don't go quite as planned. A sweet story about neighborhood friends and the pa
Ages 6–9
No Friends
James Stevenson
For the child who feels like the odd one out or is struggling to find their place. This story offers a whimsical, humoro
Ages 4–8
The Straw Maid
Anita Lobel
For the child learning that quick thinking and creativity are just as powerful as physical strength when facing a diffic
Ages 4–8
A Coney Tale
Paul Rátz de Tagyos
For the child learning the power of a collective effort, this rabbit community demonstrates how big problems are solved
Ages 4–8
Seen Any Cats?
Frank Modell
For the child with big dreams and a small budget, this story celebrates the messy, hilarious process of using what you h
Ages 4–8
Genie and the Witch's Spells
Alice Low
For the child who feels discouraged by school subjects that just won't click. A magical partnership proves that everyone
Ages 7–10
Alice in Blunderland
Phyllis Reynolds Naylor
For the child who feels like they are constantly tripping over their own feet or saying the wrong thing in class.
Ages 8–12
Arf and the Three Dogs
Philip Wooderson
For the young animal lover who wants to make a difference. This fast-paced mystery empowers reluctant readers to join Ar
Ages 7–10
Goodbye Old Year, Hello New Year
Frank Modell
For the child who wants to experience a special milestone but worries about missing out or not meeting expectations when
Ages 4–8
Quest for the Spark: Book Two
Tom Sniegoski
For the young adventurer learning that even the smallest person can face a creeping darkness when they have loyal friend
Ages 8–12
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