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Gather Round by David Covell

Gather Round is a perfect companion for times spent around a glowing fire on a Summer’s night. A fire is built bit by bit in poetic prose and beautiful imagery...

Posted by on July 3, 2024

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Frank and Bean by Jamie Michalak

Frank and Bean have two very different personalities yet form a friendship and partnership, reminiscent of the unlikely pairing of Frog and Toad. Moody Frank likes resting in peace and...

Posted by on June 5, 2024

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Falling Short by Ernesto Cisneros by Ernesto Cisneros

Sixth graders Isaac and Marco are next door neighbors and best friends, but they couldn’t be more different. Sports come naturally to Isaac, but he struggles to focus on school....

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The Grace of Wild Things by Heather Fawcett by Heather Fawcett

Join Grace, a 12-year-old witch, on her journey from the orphanage to a new life full of magic and adventure. Escaping the dreary orphanage, Grace meets Miss Puddlestone, a witch...

Wordless Picture Books

Wordless picture books, also known as silent books, are stories created using mostly images and illustrations. These stories have a narrative, but allow readers to use their own imagination to...

Posted by on February 22, 2024

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The Witch’s Wings And Other Terrifying Tales by Tehlor Kay Mejia

Alicia wants to become the newest member of the Midnight Society, a group of kids who share scary tales around the campfire.  Most are not welcoming her with open arms. ...

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Crane Jane by Andrea Zimmerman

Calling all young truck and transportation fans! Author Andrea Zimmerman and illustrator Dan Yaccarino do it again with this vibrant new picture book. Crane Jane is a tough crane operator...

Posted by on February 8, 2024

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A Duck in a Sock: Four Phonics Stories by Elspeth Rae

This collection of four decodable stories is specially designed to help new readers aged 6 – 8 years overcome language-based learning difficulties. This first book in the Meg and Greg...

Faith Based Reads for Children & Families

Explore a diverse selection of thought-provoking picture books that delve into matters of faith and spirituality. Wherever You Are by Glenys Nellist  In simple, rhyming text, encourages children to notice God...

Posted by on January 12, 2024

Recommended Read Alouds

Discover a captivating collection of read-aloud picture books for young readers. The Legend of Rock Paper Scissors by Drew Daywalt You’ve played the game. Now read the legend of how...

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The Area 51 Files by Julie Buxbaum

12-year-old orphan Sky Patel-Baum has lived with her grandmother as far back as she can remember. When her grandmother moves to a retirement home, Sky and her pet hedgehog Spike...

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Long Distance by Whitney Gardner

Vega has begrudgingly moved to a new city and she needs to make friends.  Her parents are sure that summer camp is the solution.  Vega disagrees.  This camp also seems...

Posted by on September 1, 2023

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Tegan and Sara: Junior High by Tegan Quin & Sara Quin

Junior High is a middle-grade graphic novel about twin sisters navigating the world of middle school after a move to a new town. Written by real life twins and musicians,...

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Mister Kitty Is Lost! by Greg Pizzoli

A little girl has lost her kitty! Can you help find him? Search along with her and her dog as she describes her kitty. This Greg Pizzoli picture book for...

Posted by on August 17, 2023

Gun Violence: A Reading List for Youth and Families

We hope these selections serve to educate and encourage a dialogue on topics surrounding gun violence. This list includes titles to support difficult emotions triggered by gun violence with themes of community...

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