Angels in the Sand by Lori Keating is a poignant story that follows Jessica, a ten-year-old girl grappling with the sudden loss of her father and the impending loss of her grandmother to cancer. Her mother is also struggling to cope with their family's tragedy,...

Anything Girl by Verita E Pax takes us into the world of Kat, a pink-loving, numbers-crunching little girl who is beginning to see the world open up to her as her dreams take root. As she dives deeper into her passions, she begins to think...

Discovering fossils is a crucial way of advancing science and our understanding of the natural world. It is a scientific, research-driven process that requires investigative skills and creative thinking. In A Dinosaur for Washington: The True Story of Suciasaurus by Kelly Milner Halls, young readers...

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,...

During the closing of the school for the summer holiday, the principal announces that when school resumes, a band will be formed. This not only makes Florenda and her classmates very happy but also gives them something to look forward to. Florenda shares the news...

In Adele and the Whispering Garden, Polly Richards invites children to discover a love of gardening and magic. Adele is a curious girl with a big heart. Upon moving into her new home, she decides to explore. In her backyard, she finds the entrance to...

Adam and Ava Are Not Taken by Betty Collier is a story with a compelling message for young children. It is about twin siblings, Adam and Ava. Being young is not always easy. Adam comforts his sister, Ava, and changes her skewed and incorrect outlook...

An Ode to Cleve is penned by author John Paul McKinney in the adventure, animals, and drama genres. It is intended for young independent readers. Readers are introduced to sixth grader Nicholas Tullamore, whose struggle with stuttering and relentless bullying has driven him to despair....

Change can be hard for some but for others, it can be exhilarating. In Adrian's Odyssey by Diane Belinfanti, inspired by the life of the author, the reader will see through the eyes of nine-year-old Adrian as he’s faced with his family’s decision to move...

Alyssa's Wishes is the second book in A Michaels Middle School Story series by Susan Read. While making good grades and assuring her teachers everything is all right in her home life, Alyssa is making wishes for a change in her circumstances. Though her dad...