Do you know the reason there’s no school on Memorial Day? In Remember Memorial Day by S. R. Murrell, children explore the answer to that question through rhymes and activities. They learn why that day matters and how families and communities remember fallen heroes. The...

Roman and Niko: Everyday Heroes by DJ Stutz is a remarkable children's picture book. It follows Roman, his dog Harley, and his little brother Niko as they make a difference in their home and community and become superheroes. Roman wants to be a real superhero,...

Ready For Takeoff: For Children Seeking Courage and Confidence While Flying by Joy Marie Berg is a must-have children's picture book. It is Margaret's and Michael's first time flying without their parents. Margaret, at 18, is used to flying and isn't afraid, but Michael is only...

Rachel and Sammy’s Prairie Partner, with photographs and text by Jannifer Powelson, is a book to treasure. This field guide to the plants of the Midwestern prairie complements the author’s earlier Rachel Raccoon and Sammy Skunk picture book series for young children. It is intended...

Reading Shmeading Stinkin' Reading by Nat Gibson is about Benji, a little boy who loves stories but struggles to read them on his own. For children with dyslexia, learning can often be discouraging, and their confidence may quickly begin to decline. Benji understands this feeling...

Radical Ray: A Father's Return by Bobbi Chegwyn explores the complexities of family, identity, and the power of love. The book follows nine-year-old Ray Roxby as he navigates the unexpected return of his estranged father, Matthew, and embarks on a school project called The Heritage...

Radical Ray by Bobbi Chegwyn follows Ray Roxby, who learns and practices Radical Love from his grandmother, Leila, and applies it through the R.A.D. Framework of Reach, Act, Discover. Ray notices classmates, neighbors, and community members who feel isolated or need help, like Jack, Tarek,...

Have you ever wondered what adventures can be had if you went outside your normal boundaries? In Robbie the Robot Vacuum and His Big Adventure by Sara Biggs, you can join Robbie as he experiences his first adventure outside his house. Of course, Robbie loved...

Riley and Ollie’s First Day! by L. Joerg is a bilingual storybook for children. It is written in a rhyming narrative in both English and Spanish. Centered on the heartwarming relationship between a baby girl and her puppy, the story shows their bond and shared...

Return of the Cave Lion by Phyllis Wheeler is an exciting time-travel adventure that follows two young Guardians of Time, Jake and Ava, along with their four-year-old cousin DeeDee. When the group discovers a unique cat in their neighborhood, they initially think little of it....