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...

It's So Hard to Be a Princess is a delightful picture book for children by Tatiana Bell. The story follows a young princess who prefers to stay in bed rather than go to school. She doesn't like to wear dresses, pink shoes, or even "proper"...

Losing Liam at the Museum by George Neeb follows Ryan, who is tasked with entertaining his energetic cousin Liam during a museum visit. What starts as a simple trip quickly becomes an adventure as Liam’s curiosity leads him to explore exhibits spanning from medieval times...

Big Birthday for Little Zee by Tatiana Bell begins when a young boy discovers a massive green creature hiding in the forest while playing hide and seek with his friends. Initially frightened, the young boy is wary of the beast. However, he soon realizes that...

Me and You and Kalamazoo: Invasion of the Monster Trucks by Papa D. is an imaginative story that follows Kalamazoo, a young boy living in the magical Kingdom of Breland, as he embarks on an adventurous journey with his best friends, Jordan and William. What...

Ten Little Questions by Janice Garden Macdonald is a charming book that encourages young readers to discover the wonders of curiosity and the joy of asking questions. Through its captivating story and delightful illustrations, the book inspires children to embrace their natural inquisitiveness and view...

Hometown Treasure Hunt is written by Abbi Lee and illustrated by Rebeckah Gerstner. It follows Layton Clark, a sixth-grader who, with his best friend Sherry, embarks on a series of geocaching adventures in their hometown of Havenboro. The duo, along with their Geocache Club, transforms...

The Space Between Us by Susan Reimer explores themes of family, friendship, loss, and self-discovery. The story follows Abby Kennedy, a young girl navigating life on her aunt and uncle’s farm after the tragic loss of her parents. Her bond with her horse, Marigold, becomes...

In Stefanie Gamarra's Jibberjack, Fibberjack: A Made-Up Monster Mystery, the small town of Rumorridge is in a panic over reports of a mysterious creature called the Jibberjack. Frida, a sharp-eyed young detective who refuses to believe what she’s told without proof, starts gathering clues while...

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...