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
Chapter Book
This is beautifully written fantasy adventure based loosely on Filipino folklore. The story is about an extraordinary girl discovering her inner strength and courage in overcoming odds. The author will captivate the reader with clear flowing text and imagery.
View in our catalog View with Hoopla View with OverdriveLalani of the Distant Sea
To catch a spider, all you need is a jar of honey and Butterbutt the cat? This book is part of a hilarious series for the middle grade reader.
View in our catalogSam Wu Is NOT Afraid of Spiders
While out fetching milk, a father experiences a series of wild and zany adventures. Laughs are sure to follow! Read by the author, this audiobook is perfect for road trips!
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Non-Fiction
This is a very informative lift the flap book about many animal habitats. The illustrations cleanly represent the information.
View in our catalogHow Animals Build
Picture Book
There is so much imagery verbally & visually in this book! The boy narrates a day in his life in a coastal mining community. The verse clearly reflects the boy’s concern about his father’s safety in the mine. I discovered more details with each reading.
View in our catalog View with Hoopla View with OverdriveTown Is by the Sea
This is an imaginative story encompasses the life cycle of a plant and the adventure it brings to insect friends. The text is in bug language, which is fun to figure out with the help of detailed illustrations.
View in our catalogDu Iz Tak?
Wouldn't it be fun to attend Maker School and build all kinds of imaginative and creative projects? Meg is the first boxitect in her class and everyone is preparing for the 5th Annual Maker Match! Find out what happens when Simone comes to school.
View in our catalog View with OverdriveBoxitects
Malala Yousafzai, the youngest recipient of the Nobel Peace Prize in 2014, tells her childhood story of growing up in Pakistan under the Taliban. Malala has used her voice and writing to emphasize the importance of education on an international level.
View in our catalog View with OverdriveMalala's Magic Pencil
Did you know that an African frog makes a nest out of foam or that army ants build "living nests"? Read this informative, beautifully illustrated picture book and travel to a variety of habitats to discover unique characteristics of nests.
View in our catalog View with Hoopla View with OverdriveA Nest Is Noisy
Fox does not like winter. He is bored and lonely. So he decides to fight winter. Will Fox win?
View in our catalogFox versus Winter
Snail is an adorable character who is working so hard to get to the cabbage patch. Will he ever get some cabbage?
View in our catalogSnail Crossing
Fox schemes about winning the jumping contest. But he is too good at scheming and it backfires. Will he win or will he get his comeuppance?
View in our catalogFox and the Jumping Contest
Perfect for toddlers! Each page holds a new surprise as you turn the pages to see what the zoo has sent to test as a new pet.
View in our catalogDear Zoo
This tiny girl dislikes bedtime. BIG TIME! So she is running away. But running away turns out to be more complicated than she thought.
View in our catalogItsy Mitsy Runs Away
No one enjoys a game of copycat, but everyone will enjoy this tale of Little Puffin trying to get the Gull chicks to STOP!
View in our catalogDon't Copy Me!
Amanda never has a dull moment with her stuffed animal/best friend Alligator. Readers young and old will love these six and a half short stories exploring friendship.
View in our catalog View with Hoopla View with OverdriveHooray for Amanda & Her Alligator
No one believes that Baby Owl is a huge, scary, sleek, sharp-eyed hunting machine. Baby Owl is about to throw a tantrum but Mama Owl swoops in and saves the day!
View in our catalogI'm Not Cute!
"Chook, chook, chook", says Mama Squirrel as she protects her babies. But one day a really BIG threat wanders into town. Can Mama Squirrel save her babies now?
View in our catalog View with HooplaOl' Mama Squirrel
Skippyjon Jones is a Siamese who imagines himself as a chihuahua. Follow him on his sword-fighting adventure as he battles the Bandito!
View in our catalog View with HooplaSkippyjon Jones
A new seek and find for the early reader. A picture of the object and the word below to help increase word recognition.
View in our catalog View with HooplaOut in Space
A picture book full of ideas for creating miniature play areas. Instead of using Legos, take a walk in the woods, along the beach, or in your backyard to gather your building tools!
View in our catalogFairy Houses...Everywhere!
For one girl, an ordinary visit to her grandparents’ house is actually a magical adventure! Charming watercolor illustrations complete this lovely book.
View in our catalog View with HooplaThe Hello, Goodbye Window