Madeline Finn and the Library Dog Author: Lisa Papp Recommended By: Cathy

Madeline has a difficult time reading out loud. When she reads to Bonnie, a library dog, Madeline finds it's okay to go slow, to keep trying, and to get support from a friend. This is a wonderful story about a special bond between two friends.

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Rescue & Jessica: A Life-Changing Friendship Author: Jessica Kensky Recommended By: Cathy

Jessica's life is not turning out as she imagined. Rescue has his heart set on being a seeing-eye dog and worries he is not up to the task of helping Jessica as a service dog. When Rescue is called upon, he is by her side, helping Jessica accomplish everyday tasks. This is a great story based on a real-life partnership.

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How Many Seeds in a Pumpkin? Author: Margaret McNamara Recommended By: Cathy

Counting pumpkin seeds is a messy and slimy business. Join Mr. Tiffin as his students explore counting and estimating in a fun pumpkin-themed class project. The answer as to which pumpkin has the most seeds will surprise you!

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Lawrence in the Fall Author: Matthew Farina Recommended By: Juli

Lawrence and his father are searching for something to collect. Follow along with them as they search the forest. What will he find to take to class for show and tell?

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On Kiki's Reef Author: Carol L. Malnor Recommended By: Sharon

A coral reef is a fascinating, colorful place, especially when you see it through the eyes of a growing sea turtle!

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The Most Wonderful Thing in the World Author: Vivian French Recommended By: Adeline

A fairy tale with enchanting, detailed illustrations. This modern tale reminds us that family is truly the most important thing in the world.

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Gobble You Up! Author: Sunita and Gita Wolf Recommended By: Adeline

A unique book featuring an Indian folktale retelling and traditional Mandna artwork. Don't miss the two informational pages after the story! This book shares such an interesting culture that many may never experience outside of it's pages.

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every color soup Author: Jorey Hurley Recommended By: Matthew

Bright, vivid illustrations show exactly how soup can be made out of colors. A perfect kitchen introduction for the youngest of helpers. If reading this makes you hungry, check out the recipe at the end!

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Goodnight, Rainbow Cats Author: Barbara Castro Urio Recommended By: Marie

This board book featuring colorful cats is so sweet! Each page shows a house with a cut-out door and tiny cut-out windows that show the color of each cat as it enters the house and claims a spot inside.

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Mabel and Sam at Home Author: Linda Urban Recommended By: Marie

Join Mabel and Sam on three imaginary adventures that take off from the new home their family is moving into one afternoon. These two kids are so likeable and highly creative.

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Halloween Book of Fun! Author: National Geographic Kids Recommended By: Juli

A jam-packed book of picture searches, fill in the blank stories, recipes, costume ideas, facts of creepy animals  - and the list goes on!

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Get Outside Guide Author: National Geographic Kids Recommended By: Juli

Are you tired of sitting inside with nothing to do? Get out in nature and explore! Learn about trees, animals, clouds, rocks and more. Plus, there are many projects: from making an underwater scope, a melting sun catcher, telescope, and flower chains, to name a few. Boredom be gone!!

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Animal Tracks and Traces Author: Mary Holland Recommended By: Adeline

Animals are all around us. Budding naturalists are encouraged to look around and see the signs that show an animal has been here.

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Fish In A Tree Author: Lynda Mullaly Hunt Recommended By: Sharon

During Ally's sixth grade year the "impossible" changes to "possible." Through her story, discover the meaning of the phrase, "To teach is to touch a life forever."

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Judy Moody's Mini-Mysteries and Other Sneaky Stuff for Super Sleuths Author: Megan McDonald Recommended By: Sharon

Judy Moody (aka Judy Drewdy) is off to solve 15 mini-mysteries. Solving mysteries is fun when Judy shares all of her detective hints, from code breaking to drawing a suspect sketch.

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Listen, Slowly Author: Thanhha Lai Recommended By: Matthew

Mai had Big Plans for the summer, so she musters all her snark to protest her family's long-term trip to Vietnam. But Mai begins to come around as she spends helps her grandma Ba learn more about her long-missing husband. A funny, touching exploration of language and family.

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The Runaway Princess Author: Johan Troianowski Recommended By: Matthew

Princess Robin has had enough of her boring princess duties, so she sets off in search of adventure at the nearby Aquatic Carnival. Along the way, she makes friends and faces pirates, kidnappings, and mermaids! Bold, colorful graphics enhance the telling of this zany story.

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How Much Does a Ladybug Weigh? Author: Alison Limentani Recommended By: Marie

A different way to count from 10-1. Young children will enjoy these interesting comparisons between critters. "10 ants weigh the same as 1 ladybug."

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