India is home to a diverse array of cultures, traditions, and holidays that families all over the world celebrate. In India: A Monthly Guidebook to Diverse Celebrations, author Anuja Mohla breaks down each holiday by the calendar month, as well as explains the history and...

First Day Feels by Amy Sage and Roni Nocon follows Mateo and Penny on their first day at a new school, experiencing a mix of excitement, nerves, and uncertainty. With guidance from their parents, teacher Ms. Thomas, and classmates, they learn strategies to manage their...

Anne Has an Alligator by Margaret Bain follows the titular little girl adapting to a world where every person is assigned an animal companion at birth. Unlike her peers and their less awkward companions, Anne receives an alligator. Her family moves to a new town,...

What do you do when a much larger foe attacks you? You run far away fast! That is what the little ant Rosa and all her ant friends did when a great big elephant destroyed their home. Rosa the Little Ant and the Great Big...

Sometimes, our loved ones can get sick or suffer from an illness that takes time to recover from. Gentle Hugs by Lily Guzman is about a young boy who spends his days communicating and sharing with his beloved dog when his mother falls ill. Alex's...

Princess Meesa by Dr. Kindra Westercamp is a wholesome children’s story about what it means to be a real princess. Young Meesa lives with her mother, father, and ‘copycat’ sister. Meesa’s sister wants to be just like her, but Meesa knows that being royal is...

For as long as they could remember, the mice of Peaceville have coexisted in harmony, but recently, the presence of a new community member has disrupted that harmony. Goliath is a big bear with an ugly temper. He likes to get what he wants or...

The Mystery of the Spot by Lynn Helton is a children's story following a mystery that Charlotte wants to solve. Charlotte wears eyeglasses and sometimes touches the lenses, which leaves a spot where she touches them. She doesn't mean to touch the lens, but when...

Shipmate by Eileen Clancy Biegel is a heartfelt tribute to the bonds formed aboard the U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Southwind during its historic voyages. Illustrated by Tiffany LaGrange, this beautifully crafted book combines adventure with a deep sense of camaraderie, honoring the service and sacrifices...

Sydney, Bean, and the Missing Gloves by Janice E. Collins introduces Sydney, a pup who is afraid when left home alone, especially during thunderstorms. To cope, she buries the evidence of her anxiety, hoping her parents won’t find out. One day, her parents bring home...