Jubilee and the Stinky Fish by Alice V. Walters is an exemplary middle-grade story that masterfully explores many children's issues. When Jubilee’s family experiences a devastating tragedy, they are forced to make changes and leave their neighborhood. As Jubilee prepares to join Washington Middle School,...

Wren and the Worry-Vanishing Magic: A Strategy-Filled Guide to Help Ease Anxious Feelings by Kendra Fogarty is an engaging resource for kids struggling with anxiety. Wren is a young girl who is off to a new school. She is excited but has many worries that...

Christmas is a holiday full of meaning and tradition. It is a beautiful celebration that brings families together. Beyond the gifts and decorations, this time of year is an ideal opportunity to teach children values such as collaboration and the importance of sharing with others....

Thanksgiving is a day everyone loves for its delicious feasts, leftovers, and family gatherings. Join a little boy who loved Thanksgiving as much as anyone with Shani T. Night's The Little Boy Who Craved Thanksgiving Leftovers: And the Lessons He Learned. Little Ricky was a...

Rearing children is not easy. Help Me Be ME by Samantha Reynolds gives advice to make parenting easier. All children have needs that must be met for them to grow into healthy—mentally, emotionally, and physically—adults. This picture book presents a child’s needs in a colorful...

Beyond the Yellow Door by Jane E. Ruth is a bilingual kids' adventure story. Yihana has come to stay with her aunt and uncle. A city girl from British Guyana, she is intrigued by their farm in the country. She adores spending time with the...

Aria & Liam: The Cursed Empress by Coline Monsarrat is a fantasy adventure for middle graders. While participating in a sailing competition, best friends Aria and Liam inadvertently stumble upon a mysterious cavern of crystals, where they meet siblings Kael and Thayla, children of Empress...

The Best Reading Buddy is a children's picture book written by Sherry Roberts and illustrated by Marta Taylor. Sage and her grandfather are forever best reading buddies. They love reading good books, and while sometimes they sit quietly reading independently, the best moments are when...

I Can't Believe They're Gone by Karen Brough is a heartwarming and empathetic guide designed to provide support and understanding to children navigating the complex emotions of grief. The narrative captures the responses of different characters, each struggling with their emotions after losing someone dear...

Felix and Phoebe’s Robot: The Adventures of Felix and Phoebe by Team 4 Element is an educational picture book for young children. One morning, friends Felix and Phoebe were confronted with a dilemma. They both wanted toast for breakfast, but Felix kept burning it. They...