CJ has many questions.  But as he takes the bus to Market Street with his nana, he discovers what it’s like to see the best in other people.  CJ discovers how to give back.

Military families need to find ways to stay connected while they are apart.  In this book, the North Star and Big Dipper take on a special meaning for Amanda and her Dad.

A funny book with lots of repetitive words for early readers. 

Poppy, a waddling, toddling pig, wants to be a star. An inspiring story about a persistent pig who believes in herself.

Sometimes it’s okay to have a bad day, and all you need is a friend to be with you -even though you’re a grumpy monkey.

Does a tomato belong in a fruit bowl? This book is a puntastic exploration on what makes a fruit a fruit and a veggie a veggie. 

Duck is going on vacation - a time of peace and quiet! As you turn the pages of the book, Duck’s vacation gets really interesting!

There is one chocolate cookie left, and Jack is ready to eat it! But his mom tells him he must be polite and offer it to EVERYONE else first. This hilarious story reminds readers that being polite can go a long way.

Whobert tries his best to keep the woods safe. But the case of Perry the possum has him stumped. Can you figure out who, who, who done it? Read this cute mystery and see!

Summer and baseball go together like cookies and milk. In this nearly-wordless book, David Wiesner perfectly captures the suspense and drama of chasing down a fly ball with vibrant, detailed illustrations.

Prepare for a rude awakening; not all cakes are nice and sweet! This bizarre book is laugh-out-loud funny and features a tasty twist. 

There are several shades of meaning in this book. Delightful.  “Maybe one day you’ll break out of that shell, grow wings, and fly away,” - a Monarch says to Hurry the tortoise.

Day Dreamy. On letting go and the natural cycles of life. For my fellow Wind Catchers (and chasers ;) “You will see.”

Ox tries to charm Gazelle through letters. You WILL laugh. The illustrations wonderfully aid character development. 

The beautifully impossible illustrations are what drew me to this book. The reader is gently transported to a place of vulnerability and understanding of human hope and longing. Enchanting! 

Felipe is a young cactus who just wants to be hugged.  But Felipe’s family isn’t the hugging type.  Follow Felipe as he finds someone else who also wants a hug.

Sandy is a creative artist whose dreams are colorful and filled with imaginative creatures.  But after meeting the new girl at school, her dreams become much darker.  But with a little clever trick, Sandy is back to a colorful world.

Someone might be unimpressed when they learn that they came home from vacation with sand in their shoe.  But when that happens to this young girl, she decides to plant them.  Watch as she imagines all the possibilities.

This book is written for dog lovers!  Meet Jack, an abandoned dog with a big heart, and Jill, who becomes his owner.  Enjoy a story of love, kindness and courage told by Jack.

Designed for kids with special needs, this book is useful for any child struggling to understand the basics of how conversations work; giving families language to help keep conversations on track.

When a grass fire separates a baby wildcat from it’s family, a wildlife photographer offers to care for it. This is a remarkable and touching rare wildlife rescue story.

What could be better than a comprehensive guide to machines? A comprehensive guide to machines featuring Wooly Mammoths! This classic science book has been revised and updated to include new technologies.

Adventures in Homeschooling and Community-based Education *Also for families deeply committed to music. Dense.  Very Personal.  I have a great respect for David H. Albert, a man I’ve never met, but feel like I understand. 

Vivacious songs that kids love and grown-ups just might enjoy also!

A girl, her father (a juggler), and a stray dog have more in common than they realize. This charming book is structured kind of like a movie: each page shows a scene with a picture and text. Simply delightful!

Winter seems never-ending in Odd’s Norwegian village. But some peculiar animals - bear, fox, and eagle - might have answers. Adapted from Norse mythology by Neil Gaiman, this clever, magical story is endlessly fascinating.

From - Tales of the Fortress of Solitude (Series). Each is an epic in the making, with a trophy to prove it.  Equipped with Graphic-novel-style language.  These books are great for new readers with wondering eyes.

From - Tales of the Fortress of Solitude (Series). Each is an epic in the making, with a trophy to prove it.  Equipped with Graphic-novel-style language.  These books are great for new readers with wondering eyes.

From - Tales of the Fortress of Solitude (Series). Each is an epic in the making, with a trophy to prove it.  Equipped with Graphic-novel-style language.  These books are great for new readers with wondering eyes.

Frank unintentionally develops a friendship with outcast, Nick, after he rescues her from bullies. This is a beautifully haunting read that deals with tough subjects and includes a bit of the supernatural. While it doesn’t neatly tie up, and the main character is not even always likable, those things are what make the experience poetic and thought-provoking.