Children

Emma Gatewood’s life was far from easy. In rural Ohio, she managed a household of 11 kids alongside a less-than-supportive husband. One day, at age 67, she decided to go for a nice long walk…and ended up completing the Appalachian Trail. Amazing true story I had never heard before.

Henry Alfred Grummorson is the great-great-great-great-great-great-great grandson of Arthur, King of Britain. On his sixth birthday, adorned with a helmet and sword, Henry goes in search of adventure. He challenges a fire-breathing dragon to a fight, but the dragon prefers a game of blowing smoke rings. A cyclops wants only to have a staring contest. Even the griffin will not engage in “a battle to the uttermost” of the type Henry desires. Desperate for a real battle, strength against strength, might against might, Henry seeks out the fearsome leviathan. Has he met his match at last – or might he find something he didn’t know he was looking for? Where has this book been hiding? I loved it!

The adorable mini-pigs and Instagram sensations Prissy and Pop star in their very own picture book! All Pop wants to do is go to the beach, but Prissy has other plans. After a trip to the garden, a stop at the market and a zip through the playground, will silly Pop ever get his wish? Join these two little piggies on a fun-filled adventure in this full-color photographic picture book.

. Is it possible to eat snowballs doused in ketchup – and nothing else – all winter? Can a washing machine wash dishes? By reading the step-by-step instructions, kids can discover the answers to such all-important questions along with the book's curious narrator. Here are 12 "hypotheses," as well as lists of "what you need," "what to do" and "what happened" that are sure to make young readers laugh out loud as they learn how to conduct science experiments (really!).

Come, sing, and celebrate the power of the beloved songs “This Little Light of Mine,” “Oh, When the Saints Go Marching In” and “He’s Got the Whole World in His Hands” through kaleidoscopic illustrations of color and cut paper.

A real mouthful! Presenting readers with twenty-four challenging and hilarious tongue twisters, Cleary's inventive sentences and Steve Mack's appealing art will leave readers tongue-tied…and laughing through their teeth!

Winner of the Newbery Medal, Coretta Scott King Author Award and Kirkus Prize for Young Readers’ Literature, this is a “tweener” that upper elementary and middle school school students must have. A timely, honest graphic novel about starting over at a new school where diversity is low and the struggle to fit in is real. Another great discussion starter for Black History Month.

Ali was the leading heavyweight boxer of the 20th century and a charismatic, beloved public figure. His objection to the military draft during the Vietnam War made him an icon for a generation, and his impact in sports and the Civil Rights movement is still felt today. In this friendly, fun biography series (the inspiration of the PBS Kids TV show Xavier Riddle and the Secret Museum), kids are encouraged to “dream big.” Each book includes: a timeline of key events in the hero’s history; photos that bring the story more fully to life; comic-book-style illustrations that are irresistibly adorable; childhood moments that influenced the hero; facts that make great conversation-starters; and a character trait that made the person heroic and that readers can aspire to. Must-have series.

You are made for greatness! Isn’t that something every child should hear EVERY day? Nacera’s wonderful little tale about the benefits of diving into one’s creative juices should be read by all decision-makers looking to make learning fun for kids rather than the compulsory chore it too often becomes. Includes beautiful illustrations by Cheryl Mendenhall.

A space opera inspired by Korean mythology, this time told from the point of view of a nonbinary tiger spirit. Upper elementary students can’t put this book down!

Newbery Honor author’s follow-up to the bestselling, award-winning Skunk and Badger. With illustrations by Caldecott medalist Jon Klassen, this new adventure begins as Skunk and Badger head out on a rock-finding expedition, finding surprises behind every boulder.  

If it weren’t for her big sister, Maya (who seems to own the spotlight), Tessie would dazzle the whole class. But when Maya lands the lead – and the coveted princess crown – in the fall recital, not even freestyle dancing can fully rescue Tessie’s spirits. But maybe they each have something to teach and the spotlight is big enough for two? Great book about sibling rivalry.

Wolverine, Deadpool, Doctor Doom, Thanos…there's one hero that's beaten them all-and now she's got her own ongoing series (Not that she's bragging.)! It's Squirrel Girl! Fun and goofy.

Outside the world is bright and colorful, but Lydia's family is too busy with their gadgets to notice. She says “hello” to everyone. “Hello? Hello!” Her father says hello while texting, her mother says hello while working on her laptop and her brother doesn't say hello at all. The TV shouts hello, but Lydia doesn't want to watch any shows. Restless, she ventures outside. There are so many things to say hello to! Hello rocks! Hello leaves! Hello flowers! When Lydia comes back home she decides to show her family what she has found, and it's hello world and goodbye gadgets! FABULOUS!!!!!

Olive, the dog, is merrily preparing for Christmas when suddenly she decides she must be a reindeer. So she quickly hops aboard the polar express and heads to the North Pole. And while Santa and the other reindeer are a bit surprised that a dog wants to join their team, in the end Olive and her unusual reindeer skills are just what Santa and his veteran reindeer team need in this funny tale.