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The Girl Who Swam Between Worlds by CM Koch Every weekend, 16-year-old Ivy Medina sinks beneath the waves and explores the ocean of the beach she lives on. But on this already peculiar day, she conjures a most vivid dream where she discovers an underwater tunnel that leads her to the captivating world of Harukai. Only, Harukai is anything but a dream, and upon returning home, everything sheâs ever known is quite literally torn from her hands as her mother is taken captive. Now trapped in Harukai with the loss of her mother and her own identity pulling her under, she ends up living inside a tree, inherits a pile of old books, and finds a sword made of glass. With a mysteriously friendly faun and a flirtatious yet slightly irritating merfolk by her side, Ivy scours old tomes and learns how to fight, all in the name of finding a way home and rescuing her mother. But her search has her questioning everything she knows, leading her to uncover her hidden identity and the truth about her past, her present, and her future. |
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Chalice of Caladriai by N.P. Thompson A desperate quest. An elusive cure. A team on the edge... With the dark emperor finally vanquished, things should be going well for Ty and his friends. But six months after returning to Ordanna, Ty is still guilt-ridden and struggling to cope with what happened in the Poison Jungle. When an old friend begs him to come back to Arcania, Ty is reluctant to return to the scene of so much heartbreak. But when he learns there may be a way to save Sasha and restore the still-enchanted crows, he knows he has to try â even after the return triggers a life-threatening magical illness of his own. As Ty and his friends race to track down an elusive remedy said to reverse any curse, they uncover a secret from the earliest days of the dark sorcerer's reign and face a series of dangerous trials that will push them to the limit. With relationships already tested by the aftermath of the battle, will the hunt for the cure be what finally fixes everything or will it only tear the team apart for good? |
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Stone of Serpents by N.P. Thompson A race against time to stop a deadly weapon leads to an epic showdown that will change everything⌠Certain he knows the whereabouts of the weapon coveted by Gideon Blackthorn, Ty returns to Ordanna in a desperate attempt to save both his best friend and the two worlds. When the risky plan backfires, Ty and his friends are forced to fleeâinto the most dangerous place in all of Arcania. Now hunted through lethal surroundings by the emperor himself, Ty finds himself in the biggest fight of his life, determined to finally put an end to the dark sorcererâs reign of terror. But when everything goes terribly wrong, will the people he cares about most be the ones to pay the price? |
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Mirror of Wolves by N.P. Thompson Two children forged by fire, of Arcania but raised apart. Which one is the true prophesied savior of the worlds? Plagued by nightmares after his encounter with the evil Emperor Blackthorn and tormented by the revelations about his motherâs death, Ty has become obsessed with his magical training. When he learns of a mystical object with the power to show him whether he really is the one destined to end the dark sorcererâs reign, he is determined to track it downâno matter the cost. But when his quest takes a shocking turn, will Ty still find the answers he needs, or will his relentless hunt for the truth jeopardize everything? |
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Scargoâs Cape Cod Adventures by Dr Valarie Whiting The story comes from Wampanoag oral tradition. Princess Scargo was the daughter of a Native American chief. One version says a young brave gave her four fish as a gift before he left for a journey. She wanted to keep them alive, so her father and the villagers dug out a lake to hold themâtoday called Scargo Lake, in Dennis, Massachusetts. The lake was filled with rainwater or diverted from another water source. When the brave returned, the fish had grown and thrived, and he was impressed by her dedication. The story is associated with themes of love, patience, resourcefulness, and the connection between people and nature. The shape of the lake and nearby Scargo Tower are said to resemble parts of the story. Be sure to look for the additional books in the Scargoâs Cape Cod Adventures series and the companion coloring books! ⨠Dream, Discover, and Delight in the Magic of Cape Cod! ⨠Join baby Scargo on a dream-filled journey where family stories, sparkling lakes, and the legend of a Wampanoag princess come to life. This book invites children and their families to: đď¸ Explore Cape Codâs beauty đď¸ Learn through imagination đď¸ Celebrate family traditions đď¸ Enjoy Native American folklore |
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The Burden of Destiny: Elven Quest Book 1 by Laura E. Thompson Humans are "primitive, unintelligent, and highly emotional." Luckily that's only half of Isobel's problem...Dark beasts and terror are coming. Isobel is warned that only her special instincts and abilities can save her villagers from extinction caused by evil creatures called the Carachi, possibly sent by her mother's killer. To save her people and preserve her safe world, Isobel must cross the bridge from her childish mind to reality and accept that she cannot escape her destiny.Legends are steeped in truth and there is much to learn about the secrets of the world in which Isobel lives. Isobel must now leave her childhood home in Greenhill to forge new bonds with an ancient race that has been hidden for centuries, and try to persuade them to emerge once again and fight for her people. If successful, Isobel could confront her mother's killer......But, if she fails, the world could fall into darkness forever.Full of adventure, The Burden of Destiny follows a young heroine's quest to find her place and save her people. It will inspire readers by addressing the meaning of trust, duty, loss, love, and the importance of preserving the world in which we all belong. |
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A time-bending mishap forces a witch to navigate a new reality and an unexpected romance. Can Mia find her way back home, all while stopping a killer? Being a witch with ADHD has its challenges. When Mia gets distracted while performing a spell, she becomes an accidental time-traveler. Waking up in 1992, she comes across supernatural creatures attacking a young woman, and she taps into strange, unknown powers to save her. But as Mia starts falling for the enchanting near-victim, she discovers the girl will soon die. She might be the only person who can stop her killer, yet everyone knows messing with time can have dire consequences. As she works on finding a way back to her timeline, Mia quickly realizes she needs to make a choice. Let history happen, or stop this dark destiny from coming to pass. Kelli Storm's debut YA urban fantasy, Desolate, is a spellbinding novel for lovers of LGBTQ+ heroines, character-driven plots, neurodivergent representation, and bewitching twists. Join Mia on her journey of the choice between destiny and saving the ones we love. |
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Tawny Delis: The Curse Breakers Arrive by Lillie J. Marl Tawny Delis is a small town in Massachusetts with a big secret. It's cursed. Not a big curse, just a lot of small inconvenient curses. In The Cursed Cookbook, Joey finds a cookbook. Everything he tries to cook from it comes to life and makes a mess. Too bad Mom doesn't believe him. In The Cursed Apple Tree, Gil finds an apple tree on his family's land that is throwing apples at people in order to get their attention and show them the secret it's been keeping for over 50 years. In The Curse in the Woods, Franklin finds it hard to believe there's really a creature in the woods. Until he meets it. |
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A Fate Unwoven by Rachael A. Edwards A heretical storyteller partners with an ancient spirit to undo the magic that subjugates her to the crown, in this chilling debut fantasy filled with monsters, forbidden rituals, and corrupt deities. The Emperor of Wyrecia is dying, and 17-year-old Lena has just gained the power to control fate itself, binding her to the young prince Dimas as the empire's next Fateweaver. Hunted by the empire's most ruthless soldiers, Lena escapes with a handsome smuggler toward enemy territory. But a former lover betrays Lena, and her magic becomes agonyâcompelling Lena to submit to a gilded cage. Still, an ancient spirit offers hope: to sever her bond to the throne, Lena must unroot a ritual hidden beneath the palace. As Prince Dimas struggles to forge friendship with Lena and bring his empire under peaceful rule, sinister cultists unveil a twisted plan to unleash an ancient evil that could tear the realm asunder. With every step Lena takes on her quest to freedom, she uncovers a troubling imperial past that tarnishes the nationâs matron goddess. Perhaps the oral histories passed down to Lena are not foolish heresy, after all. Written with captivating mystery, queer romance, and a dual point of view narrative, this dark fantasy features a gorgeously detailed map and roots its magic system in mythological lore. An enchanting selection for young adult readers who donât mind a little terror with their adventure! |
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The Carn-Evil Way by ĐŻ.R. Harrow An unspeakable evil reaches through the veil of time and reality to snatch children from their beds. Leaving a brutal, bloody path of carnage in its wake that few dare follow... |
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Drawing inspiration from classic video games, CodeSkull centers on an ambitious arcade gamer, Mick, who is one day gifted a floppy disc of an RPG game by her rival, Tommy. But when she plays it, she inadvertently unleashes a terrifying technological creature that can infest and overload any electrically powered object. After their classmate meets a grisly end, the two must team up in order to save their small townâand possibly the worldâfrom annihilation... In her entry into the Totally Freaked! series, Chloe Spencer takes pre-2000s tech panic and gamer culture for a nostalgic 90s horror ride! |
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Buttonsâ Backyard Treasure Hunt by Brad McMullen "Stitched Tales" is an exciting series that weaves together true stories that have been greatly embellished over time. Join Buttons, Patch, and Sora as they pounce into action, unravel secrets, and embark on crazy adventures. "Buttons' Backyard Treasure Hunt" Continues Buttons' story as he gradually settles in with his new family and home. Guided by curiosity, Buttons steps outside for the first time, discovering exciting surprises that spark his imagination and turn a patchwork of moments into an unforgettable adventure. |
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An old Shirt and A New Name by Brad McMullen " Stitched Tales " is an exciting series that weaves together true stories that have been greatly embellished over time. Join Buttons, Patch, and Sora as they pounce into action, unravel secrets, and embark on crazy adventures. A heartwarming tale unfolds in "An Old Shirt and A New Name." intertwining love, curiosity, mischief, and how lost things can be re-discovered in the most unexpected ways. Watch how one small kitten's adoption stitches a tapestry of countless tales. |
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A Maestro's Best Friend: A Faithfully Yours Mozart Short by Faith Jacobs Certainly We all know of Maestro W.A. Mozart! The famous composer of all Vienna! but what about his loving, loyal, and rambunctious companion, Miss Pimperl? She too has a story to tell, through her curiousness, her wagging tail, floppy ears, and her ever faithful snout, hear the short tale of life with a genius from a stubby and stout four legged friend of the most famous man in over 279 years of classical musics existence. |
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Dial One For Revenge by Emma Brand Cassie and her mother were both murdered, not knowing who their killer was. Cassie, a fifteen-year-old rage fueled girl who loves to bake now works in the corporate afterlife, exacting revenges for clients to work up the ranks and finally be given the name of her killer and deliver her own vengeance. Working alongside her PA Eli and Doorkeeper Divya, an ex-love interest in Elodie and a surprise arrival from a very hot, but very much alive psychic Perrie, Cassie continues trying to find out who took her life. At the same time, making sure to not get in her boss Nemâs bad books, keeping the Miseria and the Board happy, Cassie remains cold, hard, and focused. Perrie offers Cassie an un-bucket list of things Cassie wished she could do before she died, in exchange for helping her find information. Along the way, struggling with her feelings for Perrie and re-connecting with her old, happier self, Cassie learns about who she truly is and if revenge is truly what she seeks after all. |
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My Harimau King by Annie McCann An ancient king, a modern-day kid, and a life-changing prophecy that binds them. 13-year-old Sumaiyah Jackson is living her best life in Parramatta until a family drama spirals out of control, mysterious events start happening, and loved ones begin to disappear. Suddenly, Sumaiyah and her friends find themselves trapped in the ancient kingdom of Pajajaran, Indonesia, where Sumaiyah discovers she is 'the chosen one' from descendants of ancient royalty. But this doesn't mean fun and untold riches. Instead, she needs to break a mystifying curse and prevent a prophecy from destroying her family. Now Sumaiyah's in a race against time to discover her true purpose, combat terrifying creatures, and fulfil her destiny, or risk losing her family and friends forever! "... a beautifully crafted debut from a gifted storyteller...' - Karuna Riazi, author of The Gauntlet. '... a truly unique and enthralling world...' -- Wai Chim, author of The Surprising Power of a Good Dumpling. "A fresh new fantasy with fascinating insights into West Javanese culture and history." - Leanne Yong, author of Two Can Play That Game. |
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Your Knowledge Or Your Life? by Sophie Maddon In Jason's world, money buys everything-including his place at London's elite St Mary's sixth form college, where he coasts through classes while his parents' "donations" keep him enrolled. Eva, on the other hand, earned her scholarship through hard work, enduring daily reminders that she doesn't belong among her wealthy peers. When Jason's attempt to skip class backfires spectacularly, he and Eva find themselves thrown into an alternate London where everything they know about social status is reversed. Here, your worth isn't measured by your bank account, but by your knowledge and intellectual curiosity. As Eva thrives in this new reality, Jason discovers something unsettling: seven people died in freak accidents the day they arrived. Convinced their presence somehow caused these deaths, he starts digging-only to uncover two secret societies with opposing visions. One protects the foundations of this knowledge-based society, while the other secretly plots to transform it into a world where money determines status. With lives at stake, Jason and Eva must overcome their mutual dislike to uncover the truth. And that mysterious boy with the captivating smile? He might just hold the answers Jason needs-if Jason can trust him. |
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Beyond The Threshold by Sophie Maddon 16-year-old Dawn meets Amelia while navigating the social currents of yet another new school. Despite her abusive stepfather's best efforts, she has made a friend. At least Dawn thinks she's a friend. Everybody gets butterflies in their stomach when they see their friends, right? After an accident at school, Dawn accidentally travels to Faracai, a world populated by centaurs. Provided with an unexpected opportunity to escape her stepfather, Dawn must decide whether to move permanently to Faracai and sacrifice her new friendship, or return to her world to be with Amelia, the first person to show her kindness. BEYOND THE THRESHOLD is a young adult story of believing in oneself, learning to trust, first loves, and found families. |
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Mission Aquamarine by Timothy Wolfe âThat star is called the north star. As long as you sail toward it, youâll be sailing north. If you ever get lost at sea, Ky, and your gauges fail, you can always trust the north star to guide you to land.â Kyle always knew his past held mysteries, but when he gets a necklace for his birthday, he realizes that his past might hold an even more sinister secret. What really happened the day his parents died? What is his adoptive mom hiding? What does the necklace have to do with a strange note he found? And how is he supposed to trust anyone when no one is as they seem? But most of all, how can he figure out the mystery of his past⌠before itâs too late? |
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Knox & the Magic Raindrops by Grace McCaffrey With a little calm and concentration in the face of rain showers, his very pet peeve became his superpower! Back when Knox was a toddler, there was one thing he just couldn't stand-the rain. Whether it was a raging thunderstorm or a gentle drizzle, Knox lost his cool every time it rained. But one day, caught without his umbrella, the rain went splat! on Knox's nose, only this time, it magically awakened a secret superpower within him . . . Now, when raindrops fall, Knox is able to talk to animal friends, big and small! Knox & The Magic Raindrops is an amusing, tender story perfect for any child who needs a little magic in their life, especially in the face of life's frustrations. Knox's tale will help show children that their fears (or pet peeves!) don't have to rule them, turning overwhelming feelings into enchanting adventures. |
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The Chubby Bubbies: Trip to the Museum by A.M. Xavier Travel along with Julian and Ethan, two adventurous chipmunk brothers, on their unforgettable Trip to the Museum! With exhibit halls full of art and wonders around every corner; they discover the magic of letting their imagination sweep them away to extraordinary places! |
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Can Pandas Be Koalas Too by Jane Xu What if you are more than one thing...and exactly enough? Pandy doesn't quite fit into one world or the other. She's both panda and koalaâand neitherâall at once. Pandy struggles with the comments of how others perceive her and who they think she is. It makes her doubt herself and she searches for answers. As she journeys through a world that tries to define her, Pandy discovers that true belonging isn't something others can decide for you. It's a story you create for yourself. With stunning, fine-art inspired illustrations, Can Pandas Be Koalas Too? is an ideal offering for families and educators of young children looking to invite conversation around identity, diversity, and self-acceptance, particularly for those young readers from immigrant families, are third-culture kids, and children of mixed heritage. For children who see themselves in the story, it helps them navigate complex identities, while for others it is a wonderful tool to help raise thoughtful, global citizens, who can understand and empathize with their peers. |
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Jerome's Magical Home by Felicia Jones Imagine a house where chores are done by themselves, gardens bloom in vibrant hues, and animal friends lend a helping hand at every turn. This is the everyday wonder of Jeromeâs magical homeâa place where surprises and fun are around every corner. When Joan, his curious friend, visits for the first time, sheâs enchanted by the shimmering ivy-covered house, a singing faucet, a mermaid in the tub, and even gnomes playing trombones in the garden. But as magical as Jeromeâs home seems, Joan learns an unexpected lesson: not everything magical is perfect. This heartwarming tale explores the joy of friendship, the beauty of imperfection, and how happiness doesnât require a touch of magicâjust a little kindness and love. |
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How I Hacked the Moon by R. A. Dines At the first coding academy on the moon, constant surveillance doesn't stop the smartest misfits from plotting their escapeâeven though it may cost them their freedom. Life is boring on the moon. Even with stewed grubs for lunch, regular spacewalks, low-oxygen drills, and skydiving sims. Not that 13-year-old Moon Girl minds â for the first time she has a best friend and AI coding to occupy her anxious mind. Even with 6x less gravity on the moon, the past four years living at the prestigious Lunar Coding Complex run by the sinister Big Smile Corp, have been more stable than her life ever was on Earth. The problem with a charismatic best friend, however, is that sheâs a magnet for trouble. The friends attempt (and fail) to hack the schoolâs core database, catching the attention of a group of rebel hackers led by Dovrin, Moon Girlâs long-time crush. When Dovrin invites her to join his crew, Moon Girl is thrilled at the chance to spend more time with him and prove her skills as a hacker. But as she gets in deeper with the rebels and closer with Dovrin, she realizes sheâs jeopardizing the only friendship sheâs ever had. So when she discovers Big Smile Corpâs dangerous secret that threatens the lives of everyone she loves, sheâs not sure where to turn. Even if Moon Girl and Dovrin accomplish their mission, will they safely be able to return to Earth? And if they fail, what price will Big Smile Corp make them pay? Fans of The Last Cuentista by Donna Barba Higuera will enjoy How I Hacked the Moon, a thrilling adventure for ages 10 to adult. |
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Freedom Pancakes for Ukraine by Dr. Janice Cohn Young Artem lives in Ukraine and, when war breaks out, his father stays to fight for freedom while Artem and his mother take the train to safety in neighboring Poland. Sad and confused, Artem worries about his father and his own future. But warm meals served by Paolo, a volunteer with World Central Kitchen, and the kindness of Paolo and others give him strength and hope. In an interconnecting storyline, Hannah, a girl in the United States, worries about the plight of Ukrainian children and finds a way to counter her own feelings of helplessness and take action. As children today often absorb narratives of violence and fear from the news, it is important to offer them stories about the powerful antidote of goodness and courage, and to inspire themâno matter how overwhelmed they may feelâto create change in the world around them one step at a time. |
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Don't Make Noise Lose With Poise: A Child's Guide To Losing by David Farkas Don't Make Noise Lose With Poise is a book for kids ages 6 - 10 about how to deal with losing in a positive and constructive way. It's okay to feel disappointed if you don't win, but it's not okay to throw a fit and quit. This book teaches kids to be resilient, to be able to learn from their setbacks, and to continue to practice and move on to the next game. By fostering mental toughness we can teach our kids that a loss can help fuel us to be better and stronger. In that way, we can take something positive from a painful defeat. |
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Delilah and the Missing Curtains: A Child's Guide to Gratitude and Happiness by David Farkas Delilah the Ant has everything she could ever wantâŚexcept one thing, pink curtains! Will these curtains make her happy, or will she just want something else after she gets them? This sweet story with a wise message teaches that gratitude and perspective are powerful tools in the pursuit of happiness. Winner of the Book Excellence Award, Delilah ââŚinvites kids to name what theyâre grateful for. It gives parents a moment to breathe and recalibrate. And it does all this without a shred of condescension or preachiness.â |
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Koala and the Darkness: A Bermuda Triangle Mystery by Jared Michael Bull When Koala, a teenaged orphan misfit living in an island seaport village, encounters a mysterious dark illness that is killing her hunting obsessed town, she sets off foot into the dark forest to discover a cure. But the forest is deadly, home to the village's greatest enemy, the Griffins, massive wolf-like creatures which hunt the villagers relentlessly at night and whose soul desire is to eat man flesh. As if the forest isn't dangerous enough there's even rumors of a dark witch that haunts unsuspecting townspeople making random appearances during the rising and settings of the sun. As Koala journeys the forest her adopting Father King Doti, the lead warrior of the elite griffin hunting team called the Gurkhas, must discover a new way to fight the threat across the ocean, the East Indian Company. Having just upped the quota for the island's fur production which is maintained by killing Griffins for their fur skins Doti must find and recruit more warriors and train them. If not, the East Indian Company will wreck, pillage, and burn their village. As Koala braves the forest with her trusted side-kick fox Fennec, she learns of her adopted Father's dark history, discovers the dark origin of the mysterious illness, finds her real mother, and races against time to find a cure and defeat the mercenaries of the East India Company to save her people. |
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Drew's Big Buff Brain by Drew Dennis/John Denny Just like our bodies, our brains need a workout! The importance of reading is conveyed through comical characters and fun storytelling. Drew was a funny and outgoing boy who loved playing sports. But he also enjoyed playing video games and watching television. A lot. It made his brain fuzzy and he would forget things on the playing field. Drew felt like a zombie. His friend Deena tells him that even though his body might be fit, his brain needs to be strong too. She says reading is like a workout for your brain. Reading doesn't have to be dull and boring if you find topics you enjoy-like sports! Pretty soon, reading books made Drew smarter and stronger-It gave Drew a big buff brain! Key themes ⢠Humor ⢠Reluctant readers ⢠Fitness and health ⢠Inspiration and personal growth Author Drew Dennis is a fourteen-year-old boy who hated reading until his friend, writer, John Denny decided to show him how important reading is to the health of your brain by creating a book together. Drew's Big Buff Brain is a wonderful resource for teachers, librarians, and parents, to share this message to all children, especially reluctant readers. |
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Lexi the Coonhound Does Yoga by Meg Martin Join Lexi the friendly coonhound as she has fun learning yoga in the second installment of the heartfelt Lexi the Coonhound Finds aNew Home! series, Lexi the Coonhound Does Yoga!. Lexi loves her new home but, even more, she LOVES to play! And sometimes itâs hard to stop (zoomies are so fun!).One evening as Lexiâs mom prepares to complete her own yoga routine, she realizes the best way to calm a very playful Lexiâand her as playful and curious young daughter, Zoeyâis to show them how to do yoga too. What they learn is more than just yoga posesâthey realize that sometimes all we really need is just to slow down and breathe. |
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Lacinda the Lion Is a Super Unique Beast by Beth Davis Lacinda the Lion was born in a tiny town where being a Super Unique Beast wasn't always celebrated. Her friends and family didn't know quite what to think of her! She faces some challenges and curious eyes when she goes to school for the first time, but there's an awesome learning moment for all at the end of the day! This book is a touching story about being unique, gaining self-esteem, and celebrating exactly who you are! |
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Little Joe and the Big City by Mike Darcy Sometimes new friends start as strangers... Itâs finally time to visit Annaâs auntie and uncle! But what happens when Little Joe gets lost in a big city? When it starts to get dark, will he finally find his way home or spend the night in a strange new place? Can he comfort an unexpected companion and maybe even find her a new home? This heartfelt animal story explores the meaning of grief, depression, loneliness, and adoption with a child-friendly approach and a happy ending. Itâs the perfect book to explain new beginnings, adoption, and how losing a loved one is never the end of the storyâencouraging problem-solving, compassion, kindness, and family bonding. Join Little Joe as he leaves the farm and learns to find his way in the Big City |
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Little Joe and the Big Rain by Mike Darcy Every great adventure starts with fly soup and ends with a new best friend, right? When Little Joeâs froggy friend Hopper invites him over for a nice bowl of fly soup, they embark on Little Joeâs first-ever adventure through the wilderness! There, heâll meet lots of woodland creatures and even make a surprising friend. Join these two unlikely explorers in this debut book Little Joe and the Big Rain. This amusing animal story will delight young readers of all ages! It can teach children clever problem-solving, show how small acts of kindness can help you make unexpected friends, and instill in them the priceless treasure of curiosity. Entertaining for both kids and parents, it makes a fantastic bedtime story and a fun tale for elementary schoolers venturing into longer picture books. |
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Frankie & Chair by Johan Ingler Nine-year-old Danny has an unusual best friend: Chair, an armchair. Together, they write The Adventures of Captain Redtail & Sir Winchester, a comic about a squirrel space pirate and his faithful companion, a robot cupboard. Content with life as it is, Danny dislikes any sort of change. Heâs already had to endure the hardest change of all: the loss of his father. But things take a turn when he starts at a new school and meets Frankie, a bold skateboarder whose friendship takes him by surprise. Frankie battles with a looming tragedy of her own, stirring emotions in Danny that he struggles to understand. And with Chair stubbornly opposing Frankieâs presence, the rising tensions set off a series of events that none of them could have imagined. Itâs a rocky journey toward new friendship and an understanding of grief, all mirrored in Dannyâs comic worldâa place where he explores the emotions heâs still learning to process. |
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Catawampus: The Story of a Crooked Cat by Lori Hoffman Penna Catawampus is a stray cat who was born with short, bent front legs. Because his legs donât look or work like everyone elseâs, he feels like he doesnât fit in. When he is captured and brought to a shelter, the other cats there snicker and call him odd. But Catawampus has a dream of living in a home with a family, and the lonely cat knows he must come up with a plan to make others like him. When he is time and again let down for being different, itâs ultimately a kindred spirit who makes his dream come true. |
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Kate the Earthling by Kate Shooltz Kate just moved and is feeling a little sad and lonely. This new town is unfamiliar - she misses her friends and her old house. But a walk through the woods turns into a nature adventure, where she takes in the smell of pine trees, listens to birds singing and streams trickling, meets new animal friends, and experiences the natural beauty around her. She learns that though all creatures may have different houses and lives, they all share the same home: Earth. Through rich illustrations and a warm and peaceful text, Kate Shooltz tells the story of one little girl's discovery that we are all Earthlings. An important lesson that we should not only care for our home, the Earth, but for all of those who share it. |
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A far cry from his hollow log house, an upbeat and unruly ferret, sets out across Woodzley in search of an adventure. |
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Greek Myths - Retold in myrthful verse by Mark Abbott Whether you are familiar with the Greek Gods and Goddesses, heroes and heroines or not, enjoy a humorous poetic jaunt through their antics. Fun for the adult on one level, fun for children on another... |
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Sparkle Kitty vs. the Clothes by Amy Coles Sparkle Kitty vs. the Clothes teaches children how to choose the best clothes for the day, with interactive pages and whimsical illustrations. For children learning to read, this story has a phonics focus of the hard "TH" sound. Sparkle Kitty is off to see Grandma Sparkle today! But first, Sparkle Kitty needs to get dressed for the day. There are so many things to think about when picking out your clothes. Can you help Sparkle Kitty pick out the perfect outfit? Recommended Age: 1-5 Word Count: 343 words Lexile Level: 580 Phonics Focus: hard "TH" sound |
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Sparkle Kitty vs. the Sun by Amy Coles Sparkle Kitty vs. the Sun teaches children about sun safety with interactive search-and-find pages and whimsical illustrations. For children learning to read, this story has a phonics focus of "IGHT". Sparkle Kitty wants only one thing today: to play outside. But the sun is too BRIGHT! And the sun is too HOT! If only someone could help Sparkle Kitty find everything they need to stay happy and safe in the sun... Recommended Age: 3-8 Recommended Grade: K-3 Word Count: 415 words Lexile Level: 880 Phonics Focus: "IGHT" |
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A Gift of Words by Rosalind Dando Cam has plenty of things to worry about. His best friend might have broken someoneâs fingers, the class bully wonât leave him alone, and staying under the radar of his teachers is much harder than it ought to be. He definitely doesnât need magic to make his life any more complicated. Which is good, because when he does write his name in Libris Sapientiaâthe book of wisdomâa whole lot of nothing happens. He is a failure, and even a book agrees. Then, Loman Lykill joins their class, bringing a whole new brand of chaos to Highgrove Secondary. Cam has his magical gift, whether he wants it or not. |
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The Time Traveller's Nephew by Simon Brading Sam Vives is a "Displacer", one of the few people with the ability to travel through time and whose job it is to make sure history turns out how it should. The trouble is he doesn't know that yet. He thinks he is just a normal fifteen year-old boy who lives with his family in Barcelona. However, when he suddenly finds himself fighting for his life on a ship during Blackbeard's reign in the heyday of piracy, he begins to suspect that he might not be so normal after all. |
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Sparkle Kitty vs. the Campground by Amy Coles Sparkle Kitty vs. the Campground is an interactive picture book that teaches children about camping safety and etiquette in a fun and vibrant way! Sparkle Kitty is going to the campground. That means exploring, campfires, and s'mores! But there is a problem: there is no wood for the campfire. Can you help Sparkle Kitty get everything they need to start a campfire and make yummy s'mores? Recommended Age: 1-5 Recommended Grade: Pre K - K Word Count: 448 words Phonics Focus: "OU" sounds |
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Sage Pineblossom: Top Tinkerer of the North Pole by Emme Klama Sage Pineblossom is an elf, but not just any elf. As a gifted teen, she can't figure out her place at the North Pole. While she searches, Trolls take over the mind of Santa! Who will save him, and even Christmas? Find my books: Useyourwords.me |
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Petunia the Perfectionist by Marissa Bader Petunia does not like to make mistakes. In fact, sheâll do just about anything to avoid making one. So instead of enjoying her jam sessions on her guitar, Petunia practices âtil her fingers ache. And rather than creating art with her crayons, she spends her time color-coding them instead. Petuniaâs so busy trying to be perfect, thereâs no time left in her life for being creative or having any fun! Though Petuniaâs mom often reminds her that mistakes are important because they help us learn and grow, Petunia's not convinced. That is until she makes a mistake that inspires everyone...even herself. Will Petunia finally understand that itâs okay to make mistakes, and begin to accept herself for who she is â imperfections and all? |
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The Hungry Granola Bar by Ria Aggarwal A boy named Kim is hungry and decides to eat a granola bar for breakfast. Inside the wrapper is not a normal granola bar. This granola bar has a face, and can walk and talk. As soon as Kim peels the wrapper, the granola bar jumps out and escapes. He goes out to look for something to eat. During his adventure, he spots different animals eating food. When he tries the same food, he doesn't like it at all. Now, the granola bar begins to get really hungry, tired, and weak. Will the granola bar be able to find a tasty meal to eat? |
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Sophia & Mr Rocket by Sarah J Williams "Hurry up, we need to go!" There is something extra special about Sophia. While other children play at the park, she explores outer space on her magnificent red-and-white rocket! Sophia doesn't want to get dressed to go out, but Mr Rocket does NOT like waiting! For every little adventurer, Mr Rocket is here to help make getting dressed fun. The Sophia book series aims to help children with daily tasks that may be challenging for parents, teachers and other caregivers. Find out now how this clever book can help your child get dressed without fuss in a way that is perfect for all children: neurodiversity and every child. Sophia & Mr Rocket is a lovely story about friendship and reaching your goals. It's perfect as a bedtime story for children ages 0-6 and as a book for first-time readers at school. |
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Sophia & the Dragon: Who Came for Dinner by Sarah J Williams One day, when Sophia is settling down to eat her dinner, she gets an unexpected guest. A dragon has come to dinner! And he doesn't want to share his food. Being a starving, brave and sassy little girl, can Sophia resist eating it all? Sophia & the Dragon: Who Came for Dinner is excellent for young children and their caregivers. This book is full of fun and is perfect to be read aloud. It aims to encourage children to clean their plates without parents ever having to resort to nagging. A book that your child will ask you to read again and again! |
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Season of Dragons by Nikki Mitchell What would you do if you found a dragon egg at your bus stop? Ichabod Surname never imagined heâd be spending a Friday afternoon cross-country skiing with a grandma dragonâbut thatâs exactly what happens when he finds a giant egg on the way to school. For as long as he can remember, he has been at war with his siblings because he thinks outside of the box. He stays invisible at home and school, but for the first time in his life, he may be the key to restoring the weather and happiness in the village of Hasir. Can Ichabod and Gran fix what has gone awry and end the sibling war before Ichabodâs science teacher notices he is gone? --an enchanting fantasy about finding family, unexpected friendships, and the importance of being true to who you are. |
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Halloween Hunt: Paw prints and lucky charms by Melissa Gunn Cleo's witch is sometimes a little scatterbrained, so it's just as well she has a cat to keep her in order. Cleo has her paws full making sure that her witch Elodie's do-it-yourself charms are worth the boxes they're packed in. Her witch isn't always the best flier, either, which makes living in a treehouse a little challenging. Elodie just needs to get her new batch of charms made, but her cat keeps interrupting the process: fighting with other cats, dislodging pumpkins and getting her claws into everything. But when Cleo and Elodie find a hunter and his hellhounds risking wildfire in the forest on Halloween morning, the cat and her witch have their work cut out to make sure the Wild Hunt doesn't bring terror to the nearby town. |