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Check back monthly for new picks. Enjoy! - Children's Staff
Staff Favorites
Chapter Book
A collection of daydreams written in prose tell the story of a girl going through the process of her parents separation. It is quite creative and inspired. Also a fast read.
View in our catalog View with HooplaWords with Wings
Wow, what a fun series! It is full of mystery and surprises to challenge the reader. This particular book introduces Edgar Allen Poe. Conveniently, a glossary and list of discussion questions are in back of the book.
View in our catalogMidnight Library: the Lost Lenore
Sammy Keyes is a modern-day Nancy Drew who always seems to find herself in the middle of a mystery. In this book she has to find a stolen Pomeranian after a parade gets sabatoged!
View in our catalog View with HooplaSammy Keyes and the Runaway Elf
This beautiful book in verse confronts the issue of Chronic Tramatic Encepalopathy (CRT) through the eyes of a girl whose father develops this brain injury after years of playing football.
View in our catalog View with OverdriveBefore the Ever After
At a powwow in Michigan, Natives from across the continent come together to celebrate and share their stories of culture, heritage and friendships. This book is a celebration of Native experiences of joy, strength, resilience and hope.
View in our catalog View with Hoopla View with OverdriveAncestor Approved: Intertribal Stories of Kids
Fun, easy at home science experiments for the early learner. Easy to follow instructions and explanations using common household items.
View in our catalog View with OverdriveMore Ryan's World of Science
Easy Chapter Books are great for readers who may be a little intimidated by chapter books. King & Kayla is a fun & sweet series that helps readers exercise their critical thinking skills while easing them into chapter books.
View in our catalog View with Hoopla View with OverdriveKing & Kayla and the Case of the Lost Tooth
I absolutely loved this story! Laugh out loud as you read the crazy adventures of Trill and Lena in modern day Norway.
View in our catalog View with OverdriveAdventures with Waffles
Cupcakes anyone? Follow Foster hold fast to follow her dreams and believe in herself as she cultivates a life on the run with her mother.
View in our catalog View with OverdriveClose to Famous
Picture Book
Children will gravitate to the pictures that grace this whimsical story about a self assured mouse who declares what he believes he is.
View in our catalogI am a Tiger
Our bug friend wants to know: can you make a scary face? Play pretend? Do the chicken dance? Play is an important aspect of literacy and this book will get kids moving and engaged in a story in which they're the main character.
View in our catalogCan You Make a Scary Face?
I cannot get enough of this story. In this story, a little boy just want to express himself by painting...himself! Mama is not very happy though. Rhyming text and a familiar tune will keep kids guessing what the little boy will do next!
View in our catalogI Ain't Gonna Paint No More!
Fergus is a bear who is trying to play hide. He doesn't quite understand how big he is though! Kids are invited to give Fergus advice how best to hide and explaine why certain places don't work out so well!
View in our catalogFind Fergus
Can you ever have too much stuff? A great little lesson about the accumulation of stuff and getting rid of the excess could benefit others. Just in time for Spring cleaning!
View in our catalogToo Much Stuff!
One of my all-time favorite books teaches us about the real meaning of friendship and how life can sometimes be bittersweet.
View in our catalogPenguin and Pinecone
Parr always provides colorful and distinct illustrations. This story also offers the opportunity to discuss what kindness is and what kind actions look like.
View in our catalogThe Kindness Book
Graphic Novel
Vega is sent to summer camp even though she has to leave her BFF. She starts to notice strange things about the camp though. An adventure ensues as she works with her bunkmates to get to the bottom of everything and she makes great friends along the way!
View in our catalogLong Distance
Non-Fiction
Get to know the five guys behind the YT video sensation, Dude Perfect. Full of pictures and descriptions of trick shots and just plain fun battles bound to make you laugh!
View in our catalog View with OverdriveDude Perfect 101 Tricks, Tips & Cool Stuff
Silly, zany poems and illustrations that will make you think and laugh! Includes a CD performed by the author and bonus activities.
View in our catalogBe Glad Your Nose is on Your Face and other Poems
This very cool nonfiction book offers older kids a seek and find challenge (that even adults may find less than straightforward) while offering fun riddles in prose. Overall a fun book to improve critical thinking skills!
View in our catalogWhere Else in the Wild?
Lift the flaps to guess the location of each scene featured in this unique interactive book. This may inspire inquisitive minds to find additional material about these places.
View in our catalogWalk this World