In Rusty the Rooster by Mik Revohlad, from the moment he hatched, Rusty was curious to explore his new surroundings. He was eager to learn new things, and his playful antics were entertaining. As Rusty grew older, his feathers changed to an impressive red and...

The Stars Are Always There by Jaime Maria Merrill is a compelling read, with a fast-paced plot and vivid writing that brings the events to life. The summer isn’t going well for Jess Lindsey, a month short of her twelfth birthday. Her parents have just...

In Yiannis' Great Adventures Vol. 1, Ralph Belfiglio talks to children about interesting changes in life. In a small antique shop in the city of Athens, there is a beautiful hand-painted cabinet. Yiannis, a friendly mouse, lives there. He likes to walk around the shop...

She Who Floats Above the Breeze by Jennifer Conklin is the third book in The Adventure Above series. It is a well-written book that takes young readers on an exciting adventure as two best friends embark on a journey of discovery. Anya and Breck embark...

The Mis-Adventure of Pepper & Salt by Liz Fahey introduces young readers to Pepper, a thoughtful little elephant who experiences emotions as colors, and his lively best friend, Salt, a gold-crested crane. Their day begins with curiosity when Pepper asks a playful question about Salt’s...

Salt & BB: The Blueberry Moon Rescue by Brittney Andreoni is a charming picture book that centers on friendship, kindness, and the power of belonging. The story unfolds on a magical night known as the Blueberry Moon, a rare celebration that takes place once every...

In the enchanting children’s fantasy, Fire & Ice (Dragon Island Legends) by Gregory S. Slomba, the Silver Dragon of the North attacks the villages in the islands and abducts the children to work in its mines and fields. Fifteen-year-old Benchu and Mai-Lin were saved by...

Shell Seeker: The Life, Work, and Adventures of a Blind Biologist by Suzanne Sherman is a story of resilience and a love for science. Geerat lost his sight at the age of three due to glaucoma. But instead of it being an impediment, this awakens...

Shirley Murley is a little girl who loves her faithful dog, Trevor. In Su Murley’s Shirley Murley and Clever Trevor, the twosome is inseparable as Trevor is the ideal four-legged companion. There are many things that this clever dog can do: he is good on...

Laura Ingalls Wilder wrote, "Home is the nicest word there is." That’s exactly what Brownie, a stray dog, hopes for in Brownie’s Adventures: Island Tales of a Dog from Trinidad by Manuela Giger. Every day, she wanders the beaches and sidewalks of Trinidad, hungry not...