We love these books, and you might too! Click on a book's cover to learn more about it. Then, click on the buttons on the bottom to see them in the catalog, Overdrive, and Hoopla.
Check back monthly for new picks. Enjoy! - Children's Staff
Staff Favorites
Picture Book
Creative rendering of racism for children's understanding. It evolves into an uplifting story with fantastic visuals!
View in our catalogMixed: A Colorful Story
Heartfelt bad luck turns into the best gift of all! A surprise ending has a delightful twist.
View in our catalogClever Jack Takes the Cake
One special dandelion leads Carmela to discover the joy and hope of making a birthday wish. The illustrations in this picture book are a true complement to the story.
View in our catalog View with OverdriveCarmela Full of Wishes
Discover the island of imaginary friends and follow Beekle's journey to find his friendship partner. This is an enjoyable read filled with imagination!
View in our catalog View with Hoopla View with OverdriveThe Adventures of Beekle: The Unimaginary Friend
This is a great read for a toddler. The story is about all the fun one can have in the snow with friends and warming up with a cup of hot chocolate.
View in our catalogLittle Bea and the Snowy Day
When Nia's turtle Alfie disappears before her 7th birthday, she wonders why he left. Told from both Nia's and Alfie's perspectives, this thoughtful, funny picture book has a silly surprise ending!
View in our catalog View with HooplaAlfie
There is a cute baby dragon in your book. Awww! But when she sneezes and sets the book on fire, what will you do? Cute and interactive!
View in our catalogThere's a Dragon in Your Book
Ronan was a barbarian. But what use does a barbarian have for a book? Because barbarians don't read, they raid! Humorous and celebrates reading!
View in our catalogRonan the Librarian
What's it like to be a frog? A simple tale about what it's like to be a frog. A most creative way to explain the life cycle of this amphibious creature.
View in our catalogBeing Frog
Have you ever read a book about a daring snail hero? No? Well here you go. Escargot is charming, adventurous, and looking for a book about a snail, just like you!
View in our catalogA Book for Escargot
My name is Humpty Dumpty and I'm sure you've heard of me. Did you know after I fell off that wall, I got back up? Read about the amazing thing that happened to me!
View in our catalogAfter the Fall
Yak and Dove are so different, yet they continue to build their friendship in a way that brings untold meaning to both their lives. This thoughtful story takes on the complexities of relationships with humor and very sweet illustrations.
View in our catalogYak and Dove
Readers will enthusiastically jump in to buoy the spirits of this sad little penguin who wants to fly like other birds. He is soon laughing and feeling the love as his friends join together to give him the lift he needs.
View in our catalogA Mountain of Friends
Chapter Book
Very humorous story about the unlikely appreciation of students who are very intelligent and those who are more social.
View in our catalog View with Hoopla View with OverdriveUngifted
Part of the dog fostering series Puppy Place. These are great reads for 2nd to 3rd grade dog lovers. Bonus, the end of the book contains puppy tips and facts.
View in our catalogBentley
When her imprisoned father sends a letter claiming his innocence, Zoe resolves to investigate in secret. But uncovering the truth is hard work, especially when Zoe's plate is already full with baking challenges and friendship troubles. Pastries and mysteries combine in this humorous, heartfelt book.
View in our catalog View with Hoopla View with OverdriveFrom the Desk of Zoe Washington
Unicorn and Yeti like different things. But they both like sparkly things and being best friends. A fun new series for those beginning to read.
View in our catalog View with OverdriveSparkly New Friends
Another action-packed journey as Rush and his friends head back in time. They watch Presidents Washington, Adams, and Jefferson in action as the men set the path our country would go.
View in our catalog View with OverdriveRush Revere and the Presidency
Non-Fiction
Math is fun, especially with a math toolbox. This is the perfect book for early math learners, featuring simple text and great examples.
View in our catalog View with OverdriveMy Math Toolbox
As the title says, creating really awesome free things that are fun and super easy for kids!
View in our catalogC.R.A.F.T.
Before 1906, your candy bar might have been made with arsenic! Jarrow details Dr. Harvey Wiley's crusade to protect people from harmful chemicals in their food and drugs. Interspersed with old photos, advertisements, and cartoons, this engaging history will change how you look at your food!
View in our catalogThe Poison Eaters
This is seriously entertaining! Large graphics for each of these optical illusions demonstrate how our brain can be fooled by what we see. If you want more, the library has quite few more like it.
View in our catalogXtreme Illusions 2