Farley Follows His Nose Author: Lynn Johnston & Beth Cruikshank Recommended By: Cathy

Good-natured and ever-hungry, Farley goes wherever his nose takes him. As he follows one smell after another, it leads him to a part of town he has never been before. Will he find a familiar smell to lead him back home?

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Goodnight, You Author: Genevieve Cote Recommended By: Cathy

Friends Piggy and Bunny explore what scares them as they prepare for their first campout together. They discover that with a bit of help, it’s possible to see things in a new way.

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Plants Feed Me Author: Lizzy Rockwell Recommended By: Juli

Do you have a garden in your yard?  Learn about all the different parts of a plant that people eat.  Besides vegetables and fruit, do you eat seeds, roots, or the flower of a plant?

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Waiting Author: Kevin Henkes Recommended By: Juli

Five friends are staring out the window, each waiting for something different.  The longer they wait, the more their view changes.  Take a peek out of your window.  How has the view changed from yesterday, last week, last month?

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The Girl Who Never Made Mistakes Author: Mark Pett and Gary Rubinstein Recommended By: Sharon

In her neighborhood Beatrice has become famous for not making mistakes.  Find out how she discovers it’s OK not to be perfect all of the time.

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Library Mouse: A Friend's Tale Author: Daniel Kirk Recommended By: Sharon

Who is the mystery author at the library? Tom follows the clues and discovers a new friend who loves to write.

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Virginia Wolf Author: Kyo Maclear Recommended By: Matthew

Vanessa is startled to discover her sister Virginia feeling absolutely wolfish! Virginia’s sour mood affects the whole household. Delicate illustrations and gentle text detail Vanessa’s plan to help.

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Nino Wrestles the World Author: Yuyi Morales Recommended By: Matthew

Nino is a master of Lucha Libre, and he proves it by challenging out-of-this-world opponents. Can anyone match him? Colorful illustrations and a punchy text make this perfect for read alouds!

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All-of-a-Kind Family Author: Sydney Taylor Recommended By: Cathy

Five daughters live with their parents in New York City at the turn of the century. The girls enjoy doing everything together, especially when it involves holidays and surprises. Join them as they discover the biggest surprise of all!

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Bummer in the Summer Author: Dan Gutman Recommended By: Juli

A.J.’s dreams are interrupted by some very familiar spirits who show him vacations of past, present, and future.  Will this summer be a bummer, or will A.J. be convinced to change his ways?

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The Assassination of Brangwain Spurge Author: M.T. Anderson and Eugene Yelchin Recommended By: Matthew

Worlds collide when a goblin archivist hosts an elfin emissary on a mission of diplomacy. Cleverly told from both characters’ perspectives through prose (goblin) and illustration (elf), this witty and hilarious book can’t be missed!

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Meet Yasmin! Author: Saadia Faruqi Recommended By: Adeline

Second grader Yasmin is always looking for ‘aha’ moments to help her solve life's little problems. She’s a creative thinker and curious explorer that will delight readers.

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Henry Heckelbeck Gets a Dragon Author: Wanda Coven Recommended By: Adeline

Henry is a normal kid who loves mysteries. How did his toy dragon turn into a real dragon? A delightful book for those beginning chapter book readers.

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Tales for Very Picky Eaters Author: Josh Schneider Recommended By: Adeline

A dad tells crazy stories trying to get his son, who is a very picky eater, to eat food. Kids and parents everywhere will relate.

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Peter Nimble and His Fantastic Eyes Author: Jonathan Auxier Recommended By: Marie

This epic tale about a blind orphan has heart, magic, and suspense. His storytelling and character development are deeply imaginative. I like it even more than Auxier’s The Night Gardener, which is saying something!

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Fablehaven Author: Brandon Mull Recommended By: Marie

Calling fans of C. S. Lewis, J. K. Rowling, and Percy Jackson: this will not disappoint! Magical and mythical creatures live in Fablehaven to avoid extinction. A boy and girl discover this land………..   

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A Seed is Sleepy Author: Dianna Hutts Recommended By: Sharon

Spring is the season we think about seeds!  This author provides an inside look into the world of a variety of seeds, with interesting facts and detailed illustrations.

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Masterpieces Up Close Author: Claire d'Harcourt Recommended By: Jamie

Homeschool anyone? Woot Woot! If I were a student from home, I would want this book with me. I like that it has an “I Spy” feel to it, but rest assured it is clutter free! Indeed this book is head-on informative.

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Imagine the Girl in the Painting Author: American Girl Recommended By: Jamie

Each page starts with an “imagine you...” paragraph & is accompanied by a painting. Readers are invited to “jump in” as observers, present to the times & lives of those captured in the pictures. Uncover bits of history, the artist themselves, & dwell in the brushstrokes of great art. 

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Elon Musk and the Quest for a Fantastic Future Author: Ashlee Vance Recommended By: Jamie

Elon Musk (Tesla Motors), relentless visionary-pioneer-businessman, is responsible for industries that are changing the very fabric of humanity. He is also the founder of SpaceX. Catch a glimpse of their most recent launch: “Starlink”, a satellite Constellation!!!

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Look Again: Secrets of Animal Camouflage Author: Steve Jenkins and Robin Page Recommended By: Marie

Can you spot the creatures in their habitats when they are hiding from predators? Another highly engaging book about animals from Jenkins and Page!

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