Moon Cheese is the Best is a fascinating book that dives into the world of cheese and its cosmic origins. Alyssa Andrews takes readers on Kaylene’s delightful journey through the history, science, and flavors of moon cheese when she follows the arrows to reach the...

Grinza's Orchard by Leonard I Eckhaus is an enthralling story about a gypsy family. It follows Grinza Lovell, a gypsy girl born in 1890 in the small village of Cojasca, Romania. When Grinza was five, her parents planted a cherry tree in their front yard...

Lynette is only ten when she loses her father. Since her mother left, her maternal family seems hesitant to take her in. Her sickly looks and odd behavior worsen matters, but her great-great-aunt Magnolia (Mag) volunteers to raise Lynette. Although old and frail, Aunt Mag...

Iphelia: Awakening the Gift of Feeling reminds us that we are all born with the capacity for empathy. This remarkable book with beautiful pictures is divided into three acts: The Awakening, The Lessons, and The Gift. Erick K French's story follows Iphelia, a child born...

Rebecca Laxton’s The Metamorphosis of Emma Murry is a contemporary page-turner that will resonate strongly with younger audiences. Emma and her friend Sophie are young teens who enjoy skateboarding, art, and, perhaps most of all, butterflies. In fact, as members of the Environmental Club, they...

May You Live a Good Life by Kim Lim is a children’s picture book that tells of the unbreakable bond between a mother and her children and walks us through every stage of a child’s life. The mother makes a promise that she will always...

Katelyn's Crow by Mary Beth Laufer is a fantastic children's book. When Katelyn finds a baby bird in the high weeds under an oak tree, she takes him home, unaware of its species. Her mother tells her that a baby bird belongs in nature, but...

Caryn Hartman’s Little Mountain is a beautiful tale of self-acceptance and finding one's worth. It portrays the journey of Little Mountain, who constantly strives to please Taller Mountain, believing she needs to change to be great. However, despite her efforts, Taller Mountain remains unsatisfied, causing...

Friendship grows when diversity is celebrated, and acceptance is embraced. Why Me, Mama? by Katherine Lockwood takes readers on a journey of self-discovery and acceptance through the eyes of Rose, a bird who feels different from her friends. When Rose and her mom invite their...

Bruno’s Best Birthday is a touching story by Megan Deliberto that celebrates the power of friendship and the hard work we put into making the people we love special. The story is about the polar bear, Bruno, and the bearded dragon, Anthony, who live together...