Genre: Midgrade fantasy, science fiction Liv’s an animal rescuer, beloved by animals near and far. be that as it may, there is an owl that despises all things belonging to humanity, and Liv's right at the top of that list. He plans to rain down on her the full might of the animal kingdom. No force on the entire planet can stop that. However, there was a critical flaw in his plans—he should never have made that baby bird angry. A baby bird overhears a horrendous plot to make a beloved human … [Read more...] about FEATURED BOOK: Manny the Fuzzball! by John Cassidy
Marco, Pablo, & Olivia: Fútbol Tryouts by Ana Cortes
Meet the Costa kids...Marco, Pablo, and Olivia are two brothers and a sister who came from the mountains of Ecuador. The three kids grew up in a farmhouse with their parents and very little means. After their dad got a high-paying job, Marco, Pablo, Olivia, and their parents move into the coast for a fresh start. The Costa sibling’s lives turn into a wild ride when they make new friends, set off on adventures, celebrate traditions, deal with rivals, embark on journeys, and experience things … [Read more...] about Marco, Pablo, & Olivia: Fútbol Tryouts by Ana Cortes
Cat Kid Comic Club: A Graphic Novel (Cat Kid Comic Club #1): From the Creator of Dog Man by Dav Pilkey
A pioneering new graphic novel series by Dav Pilkey, the author and illustrator of the internationally bestselling Dog Man and Captain Underpants series. Naomi, Melvin, Pedro, and Poppy are just a few of the twenty-one rambunctious, funny, and talented baby frogs who share their stories in the Cat Kid Comic Club. Can Li'l Petey, Molly, and Flippy help the students express themselves through comics? The adventures in class and on paper unwind with mishaps and hilarity as the creative baby frogs … [Read more...] about Cat Kid Comic Club: A Graphic Novel (Cat Kid Comic Club #1): From the Creator of Dog Man by Dav Pilkey
The Giving Tree by Shel Silverstein
This children's classic needs no introduction. "Once there was a tree...and she loved a little boy." So begins a story of unforgettable perception, beautifully written and illustrated by the gifted and versatile Shel Silverstein. This moving parable for all ages offers a touching interpretation of the gift of giving and a serene acceptance of another's capacity to love in return. Every day the boy would come to the tree to eat her apples, swing from her branches, or slide down her … [Read more...] about The Giving Tree by Shel Silverstein
Shadows by the Lighthouse by Melissa Puritis
Welcome to Summerset Island, where the sand is golden and murder looms on the horizon. Summerset Island’s lighthouse is a beacon for beach lovers; the sand is golden, the sea glistening, the locals welcoming, or at least welcoming to the visitors who are wealthy enough to stay. Avery Fowler isn’t going to Summerset Island for a chance to work on his tan, though. His father is now Summerset’s Chief of Police, so thirteen-year-old Avery must leave his old life behind and start over in this North … [Read more...] about Shadows by the Lighthouse by Melissa Puritis
Finish the Story! Harriet Tubman’s Secret Raid by Jeffrey Bensam
Danny and Kenna are watching TV at Danny’s grandma’s house when a storm knocks out the power. They’re left with nothing to do but listen to another one of his grandma’s “when-I-was-a-kid” stories. But this doesn’t turn out to be an ordinary story for the two kids -- or for you! Danny and Kenna thought that they had learned all about Harriet Tubman in school. But the two kids quickly learn that there is a lot more to this amazing American heroine’s story as they travel with Harriet Tubman on a … [Read more...] about Finish the Story! Harriet Tubman’s Secret Raid by Jeffrey Bensam
Ayrwynn the Apprentice by Tricia Stuart
A fun story set in a small kingdom in the Middle Ages, Ayrwynn the Apprentice is the tale of a tenacious girl who wants with all her heart to be a scribe. Her loving father, Woodworker Aelfred gets her the perfect apprenticeship with Master Scribe Nicholas. Master Scribe Nicholas is a respected scribe whose clients include the Royal Family. Getting an apprenticeship is an amazing opportunity and there's only one thing that might keep Ayrwynn from fulfilling her dream....her knack for getting … [Read more...] about Ayrwynn the Apprentice by Tricia Stuart
Alessia in Atlantis: The Forbidden Vial by Nathalie Laine
A Mom’s Choice Awards® Gold Recipient "A book you won't want to put down." - Readers' Favorite ★★★★★ "Will enrapture middle grade fantasy readers." - Booklife (Editor's Pick) "Imaginative and colorful... a page turner from the very first moment." - The Children's Book Review A riveting new fantasy adventure, perfect for fans of Keeper of the Lost Cities and Percy Jackson and the Olympians. It's not unusual for twelve-year-old Alessia to lose control of her emotions and create a scene at … [Read more...] about Alessia in Atlantis: The Forbidden Vial by Nathalie Laine
Welcome to the Zoo by Mishana Khot
A warm, funny book about four scrappy siblings and their pint-sized gang of equally plucky friends and pets. Over the years, our old bungalow has been painted in strawberry pink, pistachio green, creamy vanilla, and lemon yellow, and it has always looked like a delicious slice of cake to me. Nestled in the middle of an overgrown garden, with a star-apple tree at one end and a pool with a resident frog at the other, this is my home. Hi! I’m Mahi, and I live here with my three younger siblings … [Read more...] about Welcome to the Zoo by Mishana Khot
The Woes of a Ginger Named Red–Book 1: The Big Move by Andrea Witt
Nine-year-old Ginger has a mild seizure disorder. Although her seizures don’t happen very often, they are huge to her. Because of the seizures, Ginger is on medications that stunt her growth and make her feel like an outsider. When her mom announces that they’re going to move to a new home in the country, Ginger starts to panic about facing new bullies at her new school. Will Ginger crumble under the pressure of the move, or will she manage to flourish instead? Targeted Age Group:: … [Read more...] about The Woes of a Ginger Named Red–Book 1: The Big Move by Andrea Witt
