In Ellie Collins’s educational coming-of-age book, Mad Max & Sweet Sarah, Max leaves his home in O’ahu, Hawaii for Seattle, Washington to reconnect with his estranged father. As the plane arrives in Seattle, Max thinks of the next two weeks of his life with dread....

A Girl Named Earle is a story destined to create discussion amongst teachers and students, parents, and children. What is the best way to deal with bullies? How would you react if someone said you had a boy’s name? Author Anne Toole has written a...

When Dylan wins the carnival tossing game, his prize is hand-selected by the greasy-haired worker in charge of the game. Ignoring Dylan’s protests, the carny assures the winner that the blue ink pen is the grand prize. Feeling ripped off, Dylan isn’t aware of the...

Having the courage to leave the nest – quite literally – is at the heart of this charming chapter book for young readers, written by Nicola Ridgeway and James Manning, and artfully illustrated by Irena Urosevic. Peter is a three-month-old young eagle – a gangly...

Explore Delhi: Great Cities of the World by Douglas J. Fehlen introduces readers to Delhi, India's capital city and home to 29 million people, and gives them colorful images of the place, its history, economy, old and new architecture, transportation, sports, great food and shopping,...

Self-isolation is the new norm. It’s hard enough for adults to understand. Imagine how difficult it is for children who want to be outside, playing with friends. How do they manage? Do they call grandparents or other family members regularly to share their daily activities?...

Explore Dubai: Great Cities of the World by Alicia Z. Klepeis captures the modernity and vibrancy of the desert city of Dubai. The author takes readers on a fascinating journey through Dubai and gives glimpses of the attractions and the development that have catapulted the...

Unjust, unfortunate, unruly, and unable are some of the words that describe the many challenges that Deborah 'Debbie' Spencer faces while living in The Home. Despite the fact that she lives in an orphanage, one day she wishes to have a family again that is...

Trip Trap Trouble: A story about the Three Billy Goats Gruff and Gratitude (Fairytale Fraud) by Katie Pye is a children’s illustrated story, turning the original tale on its ear. Instead of the troll being a nasty, grumpy villain, he is a peaceful, loving creature....

Thank the Chef: A Story to Inspire Mealtime Gratitude is a children’s picture book written by Melissa Sue Walker and illustrated by Winda Mulyasari. Margo loves it when her family gives sandwich parties. The best part of a sandwich party is that each person can...