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Ball! Ball! Ball!

by Kelley Donner

Tom, a young autistic boy, is fascinated with all things round and enthusiastically points out any object he can find that looks like a ball. From peas to balloons, Tom learns that “balls” can be smooth, squishy, pop, and even have different temperatures. A delightfully uplifting sensory story, Ball! Ball! ball! shows that even love can come in the shape of a ball.

The Ballad of Uncle Morgan

by Debra S Carlisle Smith

Fasten your life jacket! Looking for adventure, Jesse, Annie, and their dogs, Zena & Joey take their boat up the beautiful Muskegon river. Suddenly, the boat bumps an underwater log. The dogs are launched from the boat into deep water. Frightened, they swim to shore, where they spook sleeping deer. Frantically, Zena and Joey chase after the deer, deep into the forest. Jesse and Annie are distraught. Lots of wild animals live in the forest. How will they find Zena and Joey before something... more

Juju: Life on the East Side

by Tamario Pettigrew

Thirteen-year-old JuJu reluctantly moves into a shack with his mother and siblings on The East Side of, Buffalo, NY. JuJu is thoughtful, wants to be a writer, and worries about who he'll have to become in the ghetto. Though smart, JuJu is taken in by new friends who see theft and violence as a way of life. JuJu finds himself thrust into a reality of extreme poverty. A reality in which he doesn't fit. After a family tragedy, JuJu is newly determined to define his life for himself.

Davey the Little Giraffe

by V. Hill

Davey gets a bad cod and loses his voice. He is fearful it won't come back, but he listens to his mom and doctor and soon it does.

Jerry the Sideways Bear

by V. Hill

Jerry is different than other bears. He walks sideways. Jerry and others find out that sideways is okay.

CeeGee's Gift

by Joy H. Selak

Set in a small island town on the Texas coastal bend, CeeGee’s Gift takes readers to a simpler time, when neighbors sat on front porches, kids took off on bikes all day, and the library was the gathering place for all ages. Twelve-year-old Celia Gene Williamson and her friend, old Mr. Tindale, turn her ability to foretell the future into a gift for others—a chance for the people of Southport to prepare for what is to come, or even change direction and change their future. Working together, they... more

Loukas and the Game of Chance

by Anthony L. Manna

While Loukas is playing his flute at the seawall one day, he befriends a mysterious talking, dancing snake that rewards him with fortune and favor. Some years later, tempted by greed and pride, Loukas loses all his riches and his family. He must now set off on a treacherous journey through a frightening forest filled with suspense and strange creatures to find Destiny, her son Ilion, the Sun, and her daughter Luna, the Moon. These celestial guardians will surely allow him to reverse his misfortu... more

Beyond the Lighthouse, Over the Mountains

by Tony Steeno

A mysterious message inspires three companions to embark upon a journey. The way is perilous: a vicious storm batters them, an inky black night renders them blind, and a fire-breathing monster causes them to fear for their lives. Yet they persist through each bleak encounter. Their journey is a metaphor for life. Obstacles are overcome through selflessness, compassion, and hope. The story is a multifaceted fable, where subtle ideas gradually build toward a prize worthy of a treasure chest.

One Unique Piece

by Emily-Anne Willey

“What’s my name?” Carla thought. “Miss Johnson wants to know my name?” Well, she knew her name! But, in that moment, in front of 28 brand new people in her new 5th grade class there were so many other things going through her mind. All that came out, in a loud shout was…. “I am Carla Vidal. I have autism.” This charming tale of Carla (this book’s illustrator) and her teacher Miss Johnson (this book’s author) and their experience in Carla’s first full inclusion classroom is nothing short of amazi... more

Fishkin

by Janna Lusk

Fishkin is the only fish-chicken in the pond. The fish won't play with her because she clucks. The chickens won't play with her because she swims. Fishkin is sad, but everyone soon learns how Fishkin makes a world of difference.

The Beginner's Guide to Winning an Election

by Michael R. French

In 2025, the “youthification” of democracy means getting rid of the ineffective gray-hairs in Congress. Running for student body president at an Indiana high school, novice Brit Kitridge takes on incumbent Matthew Boltanski, who, with help from a mystery backer, already has his sights on Washington. Brit gains courage and insights from a wise history teacher on how to win, but in the process she finds a maze of deceit and corruption in her school. Is exposing the truth enough to win an election—... more

The Adventures of Laila and Ahmed in Syria

by Nushin Alloo

A tale of two curious children who find themselves exploring the beautiful landscapes and landmarks of pre-war Syria. Although it is about Syria, this book isn't a story of war or violence. If anything, it s a love story dedicated to Syria, written and illustrated to pay tribute to the heritage and humanity that is so often missing from the popular narrative about conflict-stricken countries.

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Fintan Fedora the World's Worst Explorer

by Clive Goddard

Thirteen year old Fintan Fedora has the brains of a damp sock but a heart of gold. Determined to prove to his father, owner of the Fedora Fancy Food Company, that he will one day be good enough to take over the family business, Fintan sets out to find the elusive chocoplum - the rarest and most delicious known to man. With only the help of his trusty and long-suffering butler (oh, and quite a few peanut butter sandwiches), Fintan travels to South America. But little does he know that there are a... more

I Can't Find My Fun

by Heather Earley

Nicholas (whose mama calls him Snuggle Bug, which is okay with him) has a problem -- he has lost his fun. Maybe he misplaced it, maybe it ran away. Either way, it's gone and Nicholas is very sad. He enlists his mama's help to track down his fun, and in the process makes a discovery about the very nature of fun itself.

Birdwild

by Bobbi Simmons

Birdwild is set in a small rural town in Shellsville, SC, beginning in the early 1950s when the South was struggling with racial segregation. Bree’s story travels through her childhood with an unscrupulous abusive father who is a ruthless drug dealer and womanizer, and her mama who holds her at arm’s length denying her the love Bree so desperately needs. Bree senses that this family withholds big secrets from her. It isn’t until Bree’s mama frees herself from her husband, and Bree learns who her... more

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