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The Magic of Esmerelda (Monday)

by Khristin Wierman

Meet Esmerelda!! She is a little girl who seems to conjure magic wherever she goes. Esmerelda’s magic is special, yet it is something we are all capable of creating – it’s simply kindness, compassion and the desire to help others. Through Esmerelda’s example, children learn how our everyday actions can have a profound impact on our friendships and the world around us. “Monday” is the first of the seven-part Esmerelda picture book series. On Monday, Esmerelda is able to practice kindness a... more

The Battle for Rainbow Forest

by Ivy Valentine Pate

There’s trouble in the Rainbow Forest! The evil dark wizard Fredrick has come up with a plan to stop Alfred from spreading the joys of the rainbow throughout the forest. Can Alfred and his companion, Thomas the Talking Cat stop Fredrick from stealing the magic wand and casting darkness everywhere before it’s too late?

Good overcomes evil in this colorfully illustrated picture book that will guide children through an enchanting forest where two wizards, one goo... more

Numbers Cool Book

by Brian Jaeger

This book was conceived, written, and illustrated by James Brian Jaeger when he was five years old because of his love for numbers. Each number has a short description of what that number is doing, along with an illustration depicting the action. If you have a child who is interested in numbers, writing, drawing, or just being creative, this book can serve as inspiration. The imagination of a child is quite powerful, and the Numbers Cool Book proves that young minds can do more than be babysat b... more

My Father Is in Prison

by Patrick Baker

Louis is a fourth grader who is moving into his grandmother’s house and is starting his first day at a new school. Louis’ father is absent from his life because he is in prison. Louis’ denial and disappointment in his father’s absence is displayed by his series of imaginative lies about his father’s whereabouts. Louis quickly learns he can only keep the lies going for so long and is forced to face the truth.

Delbert's Weir

by Carmen Peone

Delbert’s Weir Home > Books > Delbert's Weir Delbert’s Weir Author: Carmen Peone Series: Gardner Sibling Trilogy, Book 1 Genres: Young Adult, Fiction Publication Year: 2015 ISBN: 9781519414953 Buy from Amazon Overview In a time when the west was still untamed, sixteen-year-old Delbert Gardner leads two friends into the backcountry for a three day adventure. Little did they know three days of hunting and fishing would turn into eight days of near starvation, injury and illness. When hop... more

"Cassie's Marvelous Music Lessons"

by Sheri Poe-Pape

In this delightful story, Cassie is welcomed to a new home filled with music, but when Mrs. Applebaum doesn’t seem to understand what Cassie is saying, or how talented she is, the happy little dog becomes an unhappy little dog. Fortunately, with a good ear and a kind heart, Mrs. Applebaum finds the perfect solution to Cassie’s problem, proving once again that music is the universal language.

The Diary of Stephanie Dane

by Casey Bell

Picture In High Schools across the country, students' dropout rates soar as high as 50 percent. Literacy levels are at an all-time low. After decades of false promises by the school system, parents are still demanding educational equality, blaming the school system for their child not excelling academically and not realizing what students face while trying to obtain a good & thorough education. The Diary of Stephanie Dane examines the impact students' deal with in school and challenges parents... more

Steak at Stake: A Food Allergy Story

by Desirée DeNourie

Come see what happens to Cole on the hungriest day of his life! Cole loves eating at restaurants, especially when steak is on the menu. The problem is Cole has many food allergies and sometimes people struggle with tolerance.

A New Baby For Christmas (Layla Down Under)

by Bron Whitley

Christmas time in Australia is hot, and Layla is on summer vacation! It’s Christmas Down Under style! This summer is going to be an exciting one because Layla’s family are expecting a new baby for Christmas, AND Mema is coming to visit from America for the first time. Layla is not sure she is ready for a new baby. What if everyone likes the baby more than they like her? What if it cries all the time? Perhaps it will want her bedroom! Join Layla as she learns to welcome her new sister to ... more

Just Like My Daddy Taught Me

by Nadia Monroe

Dads set an example for their children in everything they do. It turns out that some of the littlest lessons from Dad can carry the biggest meaning for their kids.

Aww, Fishsticks

by Lenora Riegel

All Pax the Perch wants is to fit in with his fishy friends, but he's the shyest fish in the lake. When he's invited to play flipflop in the park, Pax has to battle rough waters, self doubt, and the eyeballing of nosey lake animals to conquer his fear of swimming in front of others. A fish too embarrassed to swim? Aww Fishsticks! 

Jaden Toussaint, the Greatest Episode 2: The Ladek Invasion

by Marti Dumas

Jaden Toussaint is a five year-old who knows it all. I mean, really knows it all. Animal Scientist. Great Debater. Master of the art of ninja dancing. There’s nothing Jaden Toussaint can’t do. This time there is an alien invasion at school. They may look like caterpillars, but you can never be too safe. Our hero must use all his super-powered brain power to save the people and (possible) aliens from each other!

Youthful Fantasies

by Fadi Bejjani

This collection of original works covers a variety of subject matter, including history, poetry, fiction, and art, all directly from the creative minds of the young authors. By turning to the first page, one unlocks a realm of creatures, gods and goddesses, common cravings of children, fancied adornments, the simplest elements of nature, the hardships of growing up, and nighttime beauties, peppered with pithy text and illustrative drawings. Let curiosity carry you through the stories, one by one... more

Khiva

by Tim Elam

High school classmates Ryan and Christine think they are in for just another English assignment. Combing the shelves of the school library, a tattered collection of books catches their eye. Within the pages, they discover the story of Sayid, a 19th century prince, and his life of love, betrayal and warfare across Central Asia. But when their own experiences begin to mirror Sayid’s, they become trapped in a struggle for justice, forgiveness, love and ultimately survival.

Frankie Fiddlesticks, Where's the Hamster?

by Alhaitham Jassar

Frankie Fiddlesticks has many pets and he takes very good care of them. But one night, he forgot to close the hamster container! The poor hamster, Howard, got out and went lost! OH NO! How is Frankie going to find him? And more importantly, how would YOU find a lost hamster?

Hypatia Academy

by Esther Goldenberg

Twelve-year-old Hope was having a good year so far. She enjoyed hanging out with her friends and playing with her dog, Zamboni. Then one day, everything changed. Hope was taken to the mysterious Hypatia Academy where she found invisible bullies, ancient magic, and even little green men. It is Hope's mission to find the powerful pearl that will save the world from the spirit of the ancient Egyptian sorcerer, Ramus. Her new friends are willing to help her, but will it be enough? Hypatia Academy is... more

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