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,...

Everyone Knows My Name by Cindy Green-Helmer is a cute kids’ picture book about the trials of going to school. Six-year-old Tucker doesn’t want to go to school. He doesn’t know anyone, and he can already write his own name and count, so why does...

Anger and the Birthday Blunder teaches kids how to manage anger. It’s Tessa’s birthday, and she’s desperate for an electric piano. But things don’t go according to plan, and her younger brother Josh gets in the way. Tessa feels like she is going to burst,...

Just Like You by Tami L Ullom is an endearing children’s book about fatherhood and the bond shared between father and son. This lovely story paints a moving picture of this bond through the seasons. Told in rhyme, the story uses short sentences and simple...

In Zoe's Groovy Birthday Gift: A Ukulele Tale by Susan Montgomery, readers are invited to join Zoe on an adventure filled with friends, treats, and a very special present. This rhyming story follows her at her birthday party and as she later opens the presents...

Ukulele ABC: Strumming with Awesome Animals by Susan Montgomery is a joyful alphabet adventure that blends rhythm and animals, tailor-made for young readers and beginning musicians alike. Each page introduces a couple of letters, each paired with an animal with a ukulele of their own....

Getting Ready for My Bone Surgery: A Broken Bone Recovery Guide for Kids by Dr. Fei Zheng-Ward helps children approach bone surgery with confidence and understanding. The book emphasizes assisting children to prepare emotionally and physically for surgery. It walks them through each step, from...

Perfect the Way I Am: Learning to Love What Makes You Unique by Michael Belliotti is an inspiring story about self-acceptance and bravery. The book follows Lila, a young girl living with Type 1 diabetes, as she faces the challenges of wearing a continuous glucose...

The Hockey Banner Battle by Melissa Ahonen is a fast-paced children’s story with a simple but meaningful and uplifting message. Easton, who knows hockey, is a new student at a school in Michigan. He is both excited and nervous to try out the ice at...

Bedtime Search and Find: Goodnight Sleepy Animals by Fei Zheng-Ward is an activity book that invites children and their caregivers to look closely and find hidden animals and objects across different environments. This isn’t a traditional storybook; each page is a themed search-and-find adventure from...