In Sienna Searches for Summer by Colleen Driscoll, readers meet Sienna, a curious girl on a mission to discover what summer is. It begins when her friend, Silas, mentions how summer has arrived, causing her to ask, “What is summer?” Instead of simply telling her...

Skeeter's Well by Paul G. Wilson is set in the remote woods where Jake and Josh live with their parents. Their days usually follow familiar routines of chores and hunting lessons, under the watchful eye of their no-nonsense father. When Josh crosses paths with a...

James believes he has his hands full with navigating life as a fifth grader. His strategy involves regular conversations with the friendly bus driver, Ms Tammy, about how to avoid his archenemy, Dylan. When his older sister Laura falls ill and is diagnosed with leukemia,...

Speedy Phoebe and the Big Misfire by Ryanne Siddiq is set in Carson Elementary, where young carlettes navigate the twists and turns of friendship, emotions, and teamwork. The book introduces readers to Phoebe, a spirited and encouraging carlette, and her friends, including Leo, a race...

Special by Nancy F. Goodfellow is a well-written book that offers children the value of true friendship that goes beyond physical or intellectual disabilities or differences. This book is written from the perspective of two best friends, Madison and Meg. Meg has Down syndrome and...

Snout by Kelley M Likes is a children’s book that follows Snout, Fire Engine 74, and his captain, Paulie. Together, they work hard putting out city fires, rescuing cats from trees, leading every parade, and even being the stars of the Touch-A-Truck event. But one...

In Space Ranger Fred and the Great Galactic Bake Off by Matt Newnham, Space Ranger Fred and his partner Zando Centauri arrive on the purple-and-yellow planet to assist Emperor Gandori in preparing for the Great Galactic Bake-Off. With the help of Togz, their alien assistant,...

Sweet Eclair and the Birthday Cake Surprise by Allie Compeau captures the spirit of childhood curiosity, creativity, and family love. The story follows Eclair, a sweet and slightly messy young girl, as she embarks on an exciting adventure to bake and decorate a birthday cake...

Santa the Dragon: The Three Lights of Christmas by LJL is a magical story that captures the holiday spirit. The story follows young Leo, a thoughtful and imaginative boy, as he embarks on an extraordinary adventure with Shenlong Claus, the Dragon Santa. Together, they cross...

Some of the Fishes in the Sea by Christopher Walker follows Emma, a young girl with a growing interest in photography, as both her tenth birthday and a family holiday in Sicily fast approach. Emma receives gifts, including a waterproof camera, which she practices with...