The days before Christmas are often the busiest time of the year, although the Perkson family took things one step further. Mrs. Perkson was busy creating knick-knacks all year long, with a penchant for handicrafts. Mr. Perkson amused himself by decking the home with an...

Betty Birdington’s arrival at the village of Berry Bay attracted much attention. Not only was she a newcomer, but she was also replacing the pharmacist who had treated the villagers for twenty long years. The people scrutinized her every move, from children gawking at her...

Young people are forever seeking reassurance that they are noticed and that they haven’t been forgotten or left behind. In Tuula Pere’s Do You See Me in Nature? a young boy feels nervous on a family walk through the forest. He persistently asks questions about...

Noise All Over is another book in the Little Fears Series by Tuula Pere. Liam loves to wake up on Sunday mornings slowly, but his awareness is jolted when a firetruck's sirens resound through his neighborhood. His mother soothes him, and the sounds fade. His...

Mary the Missionary by Yvonne M. Morgan is a heartwarming story that explores themes of compassion, cultural understanding, and faith. The story follows a curious young Mary embarking on a life-changing mission trip with her family to Kenya. Through her eyes, readers experience the joys...

Tabitha Paige's Our Big Book of First Words aims to educate children about their surroundings and assist them in naming and recognizing elements. This book features a theme-based classification of pictures, along with their corresponding names and related pictures. First, the book begins in the...

The World's Most Fabulous Fart (Tales of the Barn Owl Bard) by Timothy Swiss is a delightful and humorous children's tale centered around a boy named Bobo Brawl, who suffers from uncontrollable farts. The setting is a strict library overseen by the formidable Miss Wriggle....

Rosie Russell’s Storytime with Stella and Friends invites young readers on a delightful journey with Stella, a girl who adores reading to her toy companions. When her friends grow tired of hearing the same stories, Stella devises a clever plan: they will create a brand...

Families of a Feather by Fern Wexler is a sweet nonfiction children's book that describes different bird species and how—and sometimes "if"—they raise their young. It's also a story answering the question, "What makes up a bird family?" Wexler has focused on the wonder of...

Finding Granny by Andrew Abel is a delightful illustrated children's book. The story follows two children seeking out their granny's hiding place, using clues left along the way. The story details the game so that readers can play it too. This fun way to play...