The Young Mystery Series: The Missing Lunch by B.K. Maxwell is a brilliantly well-written book that takes young readers on a mysterious adventure to discover the thief responsible for some missing PB&J sandwiches. Nine-year-old Kia and her twin brother Marcus are detectives, and they have...

Sometimes the Earth Shakes by Jeff Pelton is an educational and fun book for children. Best friends Kaya and Freya are separated when Kaya and her family move far away. This doesn't stop the two of them from being friends, though; they find other ways...

Young readers embark on a whimsical journey with a curious little fox who dreams of the impossible in The Little Fox Who Reached the Stars: Sammy and Comet by Peaches Murphy. This enchanting picture book introduces a world where desires can take flight with simple...

I Love My Grandma: A Celebration of Grandmothers by Kelly Reddin is a well-written children's book that shows the impact of grandparents, particularly grandmothers, on the lives of young children. Reddin writes about various roles and activities they teach children, including swimming, knitting, fishing, gardening,...

Saturdays With Gramps is a tender and relatable children’s picture book about love, loss, and the healing power of memory. Marissa Bader's story centers on Sam, a child who excitedly looks forward to his Saturdays with his “Gramps”, including watching birds and eating "Grampscakes." These...

My Rainy Day by Athena Grace is a children’s picture book that follows a child’s experience of waking up and realizing they’ll be cooped up inside on a rainy day. The child's journey from feeling sad and bored to appreciating the small things that brighten...

The Most Amazing Machine is an educational children’s book written by Emily Dunckle and illustrated by Dravika Runyan. The story introduces young readers to the wonders of the human brain. The book begins by asking the child readers questions, such as, “What is your favorite...

Children may feel a little nervous on their first day of school because they are arriving in a new environment. To help them understand that school is a wonderful place, Fei Zheng-Ward offers young readers Getting Ready for Kindergarten. She shows them what the first...

Cakey’s Surprise! by Enid Gail Barron is a heartwarming children’s book that celebrates the quiet wonders of nature and the bond between a child and her mother. Inspired by a true story, this gentle tale follows young Cakey as she awakens one morning to find...

Mima's Choices by Rob Clare is an engaging storybook designed to teach young readers about the importance of making good choices. It follows Mima, a young girl who encounters various everyday dilemmas. Each choice the reader makes influences the direction of the story and encourages...