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Grace and Box

Howard, Kim, 1954-,


After Box delivers a refrigerator, Grace and Box become friends, camping together, going to space, and exploring the depths of the sea, among other adventures. After a few days of playing together, Grace notices that Box is getting some rips and crumples, which she's determined to fix, so they can continue their fun.
Date Published:2021

Good

Pate, Alexs D., 1950-


Children are reminded that even when encountering challenges and troubles, the core of who they are is made up of Good.
Date Published:2025

Freedom soup

Charles, Tami.


Every year, Haitians all over the world ring in the new year by eating a special soup, a tradition dating back to the Haitian Revolution. This year, Ti Gran is teaching Belle how to make the soup -- Freedom Soup -- just like she was taught when she was a little girl. Together, they dance and clap as they prepare the holiday feast, and Ti Gran tells Belle about the history of the soup, the history of Belle's family, and the history of Haiti, where Belle's family is from.
Date Published:2019

Every year, Haitians all over the world ring in the new year by eating a special soup, a tradition dating back to the Haitian Revolution. This year, Ti Gran is teaching Belle how to make the soup -- Freedom Soup -- just like she was taught when she was a little girl. Together, they dance and clap as they prepare the holiday feast, and Ti Gran tells Belle about the history of the soup, the history of Belle's family, and the history of Haiti, where Belle's family is from.

Date Published:2019

We belong

Salas, Laura Purdie,


Explore and celebrate who you are and who others are too!
Date Published:2022

Race to the magic mountain

Mensah, Bernard (Children's author),


Eight-year-old Kwame is called upon to save the world from the evil magic that has turned his friend into a green flame--new to magic he has five days to learn as much as he can before setting out on a dangerous journey to the Magic Mountain, where the flame is trying to create an all-powerful calabash.
Date Published:2024

Haunting of the ghost dragon

West, Tracey, 1965-


Drake and Bo are sent to Gothica to retrieve a powerful dream orb from the castle of the evil wizard Zoltan--but first they must enlist the help of a young dragon master and his ghost dragon, Phantom.
Date Published:2024

Ultimate reptile rumble

Pallotta, Jerry,


"Appeals to 1st-3rd graders; reading level grade 3"--Back cover. Contains facts about reptiles, comparing various aspects between pairs of them.
Date Published:2021

Guinness world records : soccer edition 2026.


Includes index. Countdown the 100 most significant records from the beautiful game, showcasing the greatest teams, the most prolific goal scorers, the fastest strikes, the highest-scoring matches and much more.
Date Published:2025

The Baby-sitters club. 8, Logan likes Mary Anne!

Galligan, Gale,


"Based on the novel by Ann M. Martin"--Cover. It's the first day of a new school year, and while Mary Anne doesn't know what to expect from the eighth grade, she's looking forward to getting back into the swing of things. One thing she definitely doesn't expect is to meet Logan Bruno, who just moved to Stoneybrook! Logan has a dreamy southern accent, he's awfully cute... and he might be interested in joining the BSC. But the baby-sitters aren't sure if Logan would make a good club member, so they send him on a job with Mary Anne as a test. Logan and Mary Anne hit it off, but Mary Anne isn't sure of where their friendship could go. Life in the Baby-sitters Club has never been this complicated -- or this fun!
Date Published:2020

"Based on the novel by Ann M. Martin"--Cover. It's the first day of a new school year, and while Mary Anne doesn't know what to expect from the eighth grade, she's looking forward to getting back into the swing of things. One thing she definitely doesn't expect is to meet Logan Bruno, who just moved to Stoneybrook! Logan has a dreamy southern accent, he's awfully cute... and he might be interested in joining the BSC. But the baby-sitters aren't sure if Logan would make a good club member, so they send him on a job with Mary Anne as a test. Logan and Mary Anne hit it off, but Mary Anne isn't sure of where their friendship could go. Life in the Baby-sitters Club has never been this complicated -- or this fun!

Date Published:2020

The funniest animal joke book ever : for kids

Katz, Alan,


Bet you can't read the whole thing without laughing! These animal jokes will have you rolling on the floor laughing! Why was the baby snake upset? Because someone took his rattle. What did the fast food worker say when the frog ordered a hamburger? "Do you want flies with that?"
Date Published:2026

A good hide

Iceberg, Karina,


From these hands, old to new, a tradition of love passes through. In Alaska, Fall is moose season. When the hunt is over, the community comes together to transform the raw moose hide into something truly special, step by step, with the work of many hands. From stretching and scraping to making brain stew, each part of the process is a celebration! With humor and heart, debut author Karina Iceberg (Aleut/Alutiiq) and award-winning illustrator Natasha Donovan (Metis) share a resonant message of gratitude, community, and shared knowledge as an intertribal Native Alaskan community works together to tan a moose hide. Features author's note and a note from Heartdrum author-curator Cynthia Leitich Smith.
Date Published:2026

From these hands, old to new, a tradition of love passes through. In Alaska, Fall is moose season. When the hunt is over, the community comes together to transform the raw moose hide into something truly special, step by step, with the work of many hands. From stretching and scraping to making brain stew, each part of the process is a celebration! With humor and heart, debut author Karina Iceberg (Aleut/Alutiiq) and award-winning illustrator Natasha Donovan (Metis) share a resonant message of gratitude, community, and shared knowledge as an intertribal Native Alaskan community works together to tan a moose hide. Features author's note and a note from Heartdrum author-curator Cynthia Leitich Smith.

Date Published:2026

I lost a day

Scott, Briana Corr, 1981-


In this gentle verse story, children of diverse ages and backgrounds experience a range of emotions, from anger to depression to anxiety, "losing a day" to negative thoughts and feelings. Whether a child feels rage "buzzing like bees" or loses a day under the covers, wrapped in the "softest cocoon" of their bed, they will soon discover that losing a day doesn't have to be a bad thing. You can lose a day listening to the calm and steady tapping of the rain, or by reading or writing a story, by running or playing music. By listening to your breath.
Date Published:2025

In this gentle verse story, children of diverse ages and backgrounds experience a range of emotions, from anger to depression to anxiety, "losing a day" to negative thoughts and feelings. Whether a child feels rage "buzzing like bees" or loses a day under the covers, wrapped in the "softest cocoon" of their bed, they will soon discover that losing a day doesn't have to be a bad thing. You can lose a day listening to the calm and steady tapping of the rain, or by reading or writing a story, by running or playing music. By listening to your breath.

Date Published:2025

Stronger than

Grimes, Nikki,


Renowned author Nikki Grimes and debut picture book writer Stacy Wells (Choctaw) lend their resonant voices to award-winning artist E. B. Lewis's (Lenni Lenape) rich watercolors in this story of a Black Choctaw boy who finds strength in the example and history of his ancestors. When Dante struggles with nightmares, his mother believes learning his family's history will help him cope. The roots on both sides of his family tree run deep, with stories of survival through events Dante's mother calls "daymares."Taking discovering his heritage into his own hands, Dante finds out hard truths-but also a love that shines through generations and, finally, a strength to sleep through the night.Features author and illustrator notes, historical references, a glossary, and a note from Heartdrum author-curator Cynthia Leitich Smith.
Date Published:2026

Renowned author Nikki Grimes and debut picture book writer Stacy Wells (Choctaw) lend their resonant voices to award-winning artist E. B. Lewis's (Lenni Lenape) rich watercolors in this story of a Black Choctaw boy who finds strength in the example and history of his ancestors. When Dante struggles with nightmares, his mother believes learning his family's history will help him cope. The roots on both sides of his family tree run deep, with stories of survival through events Dante's mother calls "daymares."Taking discovering his heritage into his own hands, Dante finds out hard truths-but also a love that shines through generations and, finally, a strength to sleep through the night.Features author and illustrator notes, historical references, a glossary, and a note from Heartdrum author-curator Cynthia Leitich Smith.

Date Published:2026

Kohkum's royal bannock

Burton, Wilfred, 1958-


This beautifully illustrated MÃ©tis picture book is book is fully bilingual in Michif and English. A feast for the eyes and a tickle for the funny bone, Kohkum cooks up a HUGE order of bannock in her own kitchen, for the Queen and 299 guests!
Date Published:2025

We all love = kiskihitonaw

Flett, Julie,


"Snuggle up! Animals love--like you! Join baby bears, little ducklings, curious foxes, and many more adorable creatures as they remind us of all the ways, big and small, that we show love and care. We All Love is a poetic and beautifully illustrated reminder of the interconnectedness of the natural world--demonstrating how care, protection, and love are experienced by all living things. We All Love features: A glossary of Cree animal names used throughout the text; A letter to the reader from Julie Flett. Part of the We Do Too! series, following We All Play, We All Love is a celebration of the love that connects us all--big and small, near and far. We love too! / kîstanaw mîna"--
Date Published:2026

"Snuggle up! Animals love--like you! Join baby bears, little ducklings, curious foxes, and many more adorable creatures as they remind us of all the ways, big and small, that we show love and care. We All Love is a poetic and beautifully illustrated reminder of the interconnectedness of the natural world--demonstrating how care, protection, and love are experienced by all living things. We All Love features: A glossary of Cree animal names used throughout the text; A letter to the reader from Julie Flett. Part of the We Do Too! series, following We All Play, We All Love is a celebration of the love that connects us all--big and small, near and far. We love too! / kîstanaw mîna"--

Date Published:2026

Hamburger soup

Beynon, Samantha,


Includes recipes. A young Nisga’a boy, Simgan, cooks hamburger soup and fry bread with his grandmother, who shares memories of fishing, community, and tradition. Blending Nisga’a language and stories, the tale highlights the wisdom of Elders, the similarities across Indigenous households, and the importance of giving back.
Date Published:2026

Hannah and the wrong note

Goth, Shane,


Hannah dreams of becoming a famous musician and works tirelessly toward her goal. For her upcoming school recital, she set high stakes for herself: Swan Lake, a difficult piece. Hannah practices and practices and practices. But one note won't fall into line. It's a wrong note. And no matter what Hannah tries, she can't make it do what she wants. But when Hannah decides to play with the wrong note, she wonders: is the wrong note so wrong after all? The notes aren't perfect but they're Hannah's own.
Date Published:2025

Hannah dreams of becoming a famous musician and works tirelessly toward her goal. For her upcoming school recital, she set high stakes for herself: Swan Lake, a difficult piece. Hannah practices and practices and practices. But one note won't fall into line. It's a wrong note. And no matter what Hannah tries, she can't make it do what she wants. But when Hannah decides to play with the wrong note, she wonders: is the wrong note so wrong after all? The notes aren't perfect but they're Hannah's own.

Date Published:2025

Sometimes I eat with my hands

Haile, Kid,


I use a fork to eat my broccoli, and a spoon to scoop up deeelicious mac-and-cheese, but sometimes I eat with my hands! The little girl in this story, Feven, along with her little brother, isn't afraid of trying new foods like broccoli, watermelon and mac-and-cheese. But for each meal she needs to decide: should she use utensils, or is this a food to eat with her hands? Each meal is an opportunity to learn and play. When Grandma comes to visit, the whole family gathers around the dinner table to eat injera, an Ethiopian and Eritrean flatbread. And Feven knows just what to do. Sometimes I Eat with My Hands reminds us that customs around food can be central to who we are, and that learning to eat means sharing with the people we love. Includes an author's note.
Date Published:2024

I use a fork to eat my broccoli, and a spoon to scoop up deeelicious mac-and-cheese, but sometimes I eat with my hands! The little girl in this story, Feven, along with her little brother, isn't afraid of trying new foods like broccoli, watermelon and mac-and-cheese. But for each meal she needs to decide: should she use utensils, or is this a food to eat with her hands? Each meal is an opportunity to learn and play. When Grandma comes to visit, the whole family gathers around the dinner table to eat injera, an Ethiopian and Eritrean flatbread. And Feven knows just what to do. Sometimes I Eat with My Hands reminds us that customs around food can be central to who we are, and that learning to eat means sharing with the people we love. Includes an author's note.

Date Published:2024

Friendship soup

Friedman, Laurie B., 1964-


When Grandma teaches Layla to make soup, first they shop for the fresh ingredients, making friends along the way, but when they sit down to eat the delicious soup, Layla feels something is missing. Includes recipe for Friendship soup.
Date Published:2026

This is how we talk : a celebration of disability and connection

Slice, Jessica


A rhyming picture book that demystifies and respects how disabled people and their families use different forms of communication to connect and show love
Date Published:2025