Children

In this exploration of what it truly means to swim, expansive vignettes introduce sandpipers, tannin-soaked lakes and the feeling of a small waterfall on sun-soaked shoulders. But what about those who are afraid of the water’s mysterious ways and resist learning to swim? Painting a compelling picture of the many joys and surprises that the water holds, author/illustrator Wong creates a poetic journey that invites children to discover their confidence within to receive the warmth and wonder of the natural world.

Great tweener. Middle schooler Gregory thinks the homework load is just too much. Despite wanting to do well in school, he is appalled at how much time he and his friends are spending on homework. He decides to make a point and go on a homework strike. Will he end up changing the system or just doing poorly in school? A great read for kids in upper elementary school or just beginning middle school.

The invention of tiny robots with special super powers makes for an adventure that children won’t forget. The world’s smallest robots save the day by helping the biggest robot of them all. Readers will discover that even the tiniest of creatures can make the biggest difference.

Killer Zucchini plots revenge against the science fair judge after a misunderstanding. No science project is safe in this hilarious read aloud! Facts about each type of experiment are located in the backmatter.

From the actor-author-broadcaster-comedian-filmmaker comes a book narrated by – a book. Quirky, smart and genre-busting, this is the saga of a book that nobody wants to read – until the day it meets you.

Finding eggs is easy, but can you catch the Easter Bunny in action this year? He has a basket full of treats and tricks for staying hidden – plus that bunny hippity hops with lightning speed! Part of the very popular How to Catch series.

A top-secret, behind-the-scenes peek at the official agency that keeps the world's creativity flowing.

Bruce the bear likes to keep to himself. That, and eat eggs. But when his hard-boiled goose eggs turn out to be real, live goslings, he starts to lose his appetite. And even worse, the goslings are convinced he's their mother. Bruce tries to get the geese to go south, but he can't seem to rid himself of his new companions. What's a bear to do?

Intricate collage illustrations created by children whose lives were changed forever by Hurricane Katrina. Remarkable account of that terrible day in August 2005 – as seen by the eyes of children.

The zoo is closing! Ellie and her friends want to save their home, but Ellie's just a baby elephant, and she doesn't know what she can do to help. While the other animals are busy working, Ellie finds a brush and some paints, and gives the zoo a big splash of color! Will her bright new talent be enough to keep the zoo's gates open for good?

The start of a thrilling, highly illustrated series about a boy who finds a portal to a legendary world in his local barbershop – and learns he’s the hero they’ve been waiting for. Great for younger fans of Black Panther and Last Gate of the Emperor!

Learn the funny and fascinating story of Charles Darwin and the groundbreaking discoveries that resulted from his love of the humble worm in this hilarious children’s book with illustrations by Gwen Millward.

Bella watches her mother Mia get ready to cook an Italian feast of pasta and meatballs in this book about helping out (my teens need to read this one!).

Jeffers provides his hopes and wishes for his own child, and – in doing so – gifts children and parents everywhere with a gently sweet and humorous missive about our world and those who call it home.

Rot is a mutant potato who wakes up feeling great, maybe even…the greatest in the world! But that only makes Rot’s brother Snot the grumpiest in the world. The only solution? An epic contest to prove who is the greatest once and for all, judged by the only impartial party they can find – their small fry little sister Tot. First installment in a funny “spud” series.