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Gooseberry Park and the Master Plan
Cynthia Rylant
For the child who loves helping others, this gentle tale shows how a diverse group of friends uses creativity to solve a
Ages 7–10
The Legendary Mo Seto
A. Y. Chan
For the child who feels the weight of high expectations and is searching for a way to honor their family while staying t
Ages 8–12
Odd Ball
Timothy Tocher
For the young sports fan who loves trivia and the weird side of history, this collection of bizarre baseball stories is
Ages 8–12
Max in the House of Spies
Adam Gidwitz
For the child grappling with the weight of separation and the desire to be brave in a world turned upside down. Max's jo
Ages 8–12
The Bowlegged Rooster
Joyce Carol Thomas
For the child who needs a boost of confidence, these spirited animal fables celebrate how even the smallest or most unus
Ages 6–10
Ouch!
Joe Rhatigan
For the curious child who wonders why scabs itch or bees sting. This gross but fascinating guide explains how our bodies
Ages 8–12
The Doughnut King
Jessie Janowitz
For the child dreaming of starting their own business, this story balances the excitement of success with the tricky rea
Ages 8–12
Gilbert the Surfer Dude
Diane deGroat
For the child who feels nervous about trying a new sport or dealing with a competitive relative. Gilbert the opossum nav
Ages 4–8
The Brixen Witch
Stacy DeKeyser
For the child who needs to find their courage after a mistake, this folklore-inspired adventure shows that even small he
Ages 8–12
The Great Expedition
Peter Carnavas
For the child who turns every backyard puddle into a deep sea adventure, this story celebrates the power of a child's im
Ages 4–8
Stuey Lewis Against All Odds
Jane Schoenberg
For the child who feels discouraged by schoolwork or worries about fitting in. Join Stuey as he turns second-grade hurdl
Ages 6–9
Chicken Little and the Very Long Race
Sam Wedelich
For the child who feels small in a big world, this story shows that determination and a steady pace are more powerful th
Ages 4–8
Fleabrain Loves Franny
Joanne Rocklin
For the child navigating a medical recovery or feeling isolated, this whimsical story shows how imagination and unexpect
Ages 8–12
Timothy Cox Will Not Change His Socks
Robert Kinerk
For the child who takes every promise to heart. When Timothy Cox vows to wear the same socks for a month, his integrity
Ages 4–8
Jackrabbit McCabe & the Electric Telegraph
Lucy Margaret Rozier
For the child fascinated by record-breakers and how things work, this tall tale explores the moment human speed met the
Ages 4–9
Yang the Eldest and His Odd Jobs
Lensey Namioka
For the eldest child navigating the pressure of being a role model while struggling to solve their own problems without
Ages 8–12
Fleabiscuit Sings!
Marlene Fanta Shyer
For the child navigating the complex emotions of losing an elderly neighbor or mentor, and the determination to protect
Ages 8–12
Pie in the Sky
Remy Lai
For the child feeling like an alien in a new place. Jingwen processes the loss of his father and a move to Australia thr
Ages 8–12
Heroes by a Hair
Jarrett Pumphrey, Jerome Pumphrey
For the child who turns every living room into a battleground of the imagination and needs a creative outlet for their h
Ages 7–12
The Vengekeep Prophecies
Brian Farrey
For the child who feels like the family misfit, this funny adventure shows how being different might just be exactly wha
Ages 8–12
Six Sheep Sip Thick Shakes and Other Tricky Tongue Twisters
Brian P. Cleary
For the child who loves silliness but needs a boost in speech clarity and letter sounds. Turn tongue-tangling practice i
Ages 6–10
A Donkey Reads
Muriel Mandell
For the child who loves outsmarting the 'big kids' or bosses. Discover how clever thinking and a bit of patience can sol
Ages 5–9
How the Ladies Stopped the Wind
Bruce McMillan
For the child who loves finding clever solutions to big problems, this folk-style tale shows how community effort can tr
Ages 4–8
Ol' Bloo's Road to Show Business
Jan Huling
For the child who feels overlooked or worries about growing older, this swampy adventure celebrates finding a new purpos
Ages 4–8
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