R is for Rainforests: A Brilliantly Biodiverse Alphabet! (Learning THINGS) by Craig Macnaughton: From Amazon River Dolphin to Zodiac Moth, get to know some spectacularly special species! Hold on to your alphabet as we travel through these excellent ecosystems! This vibrant A-Z picture book takes you on a tropical tour to learn your ABCs with a collection of memorable mammals, brilliant birds, and buzzing bugs!
What’s That, Meerkat? (Animals of the World Book 4) by Barbara Smith & Zara Farooqi: Travel to Africa with a meerkat as he explores the land and meets with native African animals. Beautiful illustrations, sensory rhymes, and alliteration introduce children to new animals, words and sounds in a fun and sometimes silly way.
Herman and the Princess Gull by Lew Maurer & Candace Camling: Herman and Antares will melt hearts and become heroes of the sea for children everywhere. Be prepared — kids ask to hear this story night after night.
Porkington Hamm (Porkington’s World Book 1) by Margaret Rodeheaver: Life is not easy for Porkington Hamm after he gets a dose of Doctor Morty’s experimental serum. Thinking, feeling, and (mostly) looking human, Porkington explores the city and develops his cooking skills. But someone is stalking him, and when his friends leave town she makes her move. Will her “therapy” turn Porkington back into a pig? Or worse?
The Lobster Tale (Eudora Space Kid Book 2) by David Horn: The greatest lobster heist in space! The second in the Eudora Space Kid series: a hilarious sci-fi chapter book for early readers. Will Eudora save her favorite lobsters from the ship’s dinner buffet menu?
The Crafty Coach (The Football Boys) by Zac Marks: The Ferndale Foxes are in trouble. With no coach, the team will fold. Jed needs to act fast! He can’t imagine life without football. But saving the team is going to be tough: he has difficult decisions to make, the kind you shouldn’t have to make at twelve; the kind that can get you into trouble!
Priscilla the Great by Sybil Nelson: Join Priscilla, an ordinary 7th grader with some extraordinary abilities, on the hilarious ride to discover who or what she really is.
Barnabee Believes (in Himself) by Cazzy Zahursky: Young readers will enjoy this fun story, as they follow along Barnabee bee’s journey to overcoming fear, and following his dreams. Everyone has a dream. Dreams often start as early as childhood. Unfortunately, fear often sets in holding us back from these dreams. Told through lively illustrations and humor, this story explores courage, self-doubt, self-belief, determination, and friendship.
Ninja Nickles and the Problem with Pickles by Leah Cupps: Will Ninja Nickles tell Mom the truth and admit that he’s the one who dropped the pickles? Or will he stay and hide while Lincoln is scolded for the pickle pantry mess? Read along with Ninja Nickles and his story of the midnight pickles to find out!
Where Do Mermaids Go on Vacation? by Kim Ann & Nejla Shojaie: The mermaids have come together to enjoy all the fun and beautiful things the ocean has to offer. But with the whole sea at their fingertips, where will they go and what will they do? With pirate ships, treasure chests, and underwater castles all on their list, they can’t wait for their own vacation to begin. Will the mermaids have even more fun than they already do?
The Gryphon Chronicles (Books 1-2) by E.G. Foley: NYT Bestselling Author E.G. Foley brews up a magical potion for fantasy readers of all ages! Take a dash of Harry Potter and a splash of Oliver Twist, add a pinch of steampunk and a sprinkle of Victorian fairy lore, and what do you get? The Gryphon Chronicles! A rollicking fantasy adventure series that’s as much fun for grownups as it is for kids. Contains novels 1 & 2!
I’m Not A Weed! (Cultivating Compassion in Children) by Sonja Wendt: Children will fall in love with Suzy Sunflower as they learn to welcome and accept not only the planned, but also the unplanned and unexpected events, and people in their lives. This beautifully illustrated free eBook emphasizes the need for acceptance and inclusion. Love has no boundaries. Thoughtful discussion questions at the end.
The Mayfly and The Methuselah Tree by Bob Zaslow: What would happen if the world’s oldest living thing, the Methuselah Tree, met a Mayfly, the shortest-lived thing? Could the ancient tree ever learn to smell the flowers? This little picture book has moved parents to thank Mr. Z for creating a story that moved their children to see life is to live, not merely to exist. And each moment is precious.
What to Know Before You Get Your Dog by Margrit Strohmaier & Claudia Gadotti: This beautifully illustrated, rhyming picture book gently teaches kids about the joys and commitment of dog ownership.
Shh! We Got a Unicorn (Shh! We Got a… Book 1) by Anjeanette Carter: Shh! This brother and sister duo needs your help! They just made a new friend. That new friend happens to be a unicorn. Be prepared for colorful bursts of rainbow magic! And a little problem-solving, too. Tag along on their adventure and see how they not only meet a unicorn but end up bringing her home! That’s where you come in. Will you be able to help this brother and sister out?
Honesty is Your Strength by Roxanne Russ & Anastasia Bolshakova: Amazing & engaging story for kids to learn about the importance of being honest and telling the truth!
Welcome to Doom Farms (Bonegarden Book 1) by Karsten Knight: When Kayla plants a pumpkin patch at her family’s new farm, the results are monstrous. Don’t miss the first book in Bonegarden, a spooky, action-packed series that will thrill fans of Goosebumps and Small Spaces.
I Can Eat a Rainbow (Children’s Book Collection) by Olena Rose: A young girl likes only unhealthy foods, but learns that eating a colorful, nutritious diet will help keep her healthy and strong.
Twins Mac & Madi’s Vacation (Twins Mac & Madi Book 3) by Linda Herron: Twins Mac and Madi are ready to go to the shore – and when they get there, they are excited to explore! Seashells and swimming occupy their day, and they love to meet new people along the way. But when they meet a wise woman, her words give them an important new perspective that they never thought about before. Join Mac and Madi on their adventure!
Rule Breaker Princess (Short Chapter Books for Ages 8-12 Book 9) by Gita V. Reddy: When Akhila was born, she cried so hard that her face turned purple. The queen was annoyed because a princess wasn’t supposed to cry. As Akhila grew up, she broke more rules. She kept pets, played with children of shepherds, climbed trees and more. Until the king and queen put a stop to it all…
Cardboard Rosie by Cazzy Zahursky: Cardboard Rosie is an endearing tribute to all fathers out there. So many children’s books revolve around a mother/child relationship, when it’s equally important to praise a father/child relationship. Emma, the main character, learns a valuable lesson about love and what matters most in life, when her doll, Rosie, experiences a disaster.
Bradley and the Dinosaur (Bradley’s Magic Adventures Book 1) by Julian Hilton: Racing into the garden to pick flowers for the table, what adventure awaits Bradley when he meets a dinosaur and discovers Dinoland? Will he make it back for dinner? This enchanting picture book is perfect for young dinosaur fans and for those who love rhyming stories in the style of Dr. Seuss or Julia Donaldson. Winner of a Reader’s Favorite 5-Star and Finalist Award in Picture Books.
Nuts! Our Backyard by Mark Wildermann & Mirjana Segan: Homeless in the Bronx, Little Bear is caught by some strange, magical dog catchers who make him a knight. Then, Sir Little Bear is adopted by a couple in whose backyard he rescues Rocky the baby squirrel. They team up with all the Critters and Birds to wake up the humans to clean up the environment and heal the earth during the pandemic.
Rocket Hounds by Erik Daniel Shein & Melissa Davis: When two young pups, Cody and Taz, are brought to Oaktree Farm, they have no idea what new life is in store for them. With the fate of Oaktree Farms on their shoulders, the Rocket Hounds must find a way to win the Regional Canine Classic.
Jolie Canoli Phonics Alphabet: Super Sounded Out ABCs by Jolie Canoli: Learn phonics with letters that look like their sounds! Jolie Canoli Phonics helps visual learners with illustrated letters that attach sounds & images to their letter shapes. Buddy the dog and Pip the hedgehog also help kids learn blending with simple 3-letter words using the same letters!
