“Farmers are great.” They work long hours to grow the food that we enjoy and they raise sheep for the wool that makes our clothing. In K.C. Morcom’s Farm Life, the Ted family lives on and works a farm. Sometimes things don’t go so well...

Treat yourself to an inspirational tale of overcoming the odds with Hit the Buzzer: I Can Be an Ultimate Ninja by Mike Silenzi, Jesse Labreck, Jackie Piejak, and Jeff Piejak. On his first day at Ultimate Ninjas, Liam sees kids swinging on the rings, rock...

Adam and Ava Are Not Taken by Betty Collier is a story with a compelling message for young children. It is about twin siblings, Adam and Ava. Being young is not always easy. Adam comforts his sister, Ava, and changes her skewed and incorrect outlook...

Girl power is evident throughout the pages of Dr. Samantha Pillay's book When I'm the President: Dreaming is Believing. Each spread identifies an important aspect of being the president. The values necessary for a leader to have -- honesty, listening, problem-solving, and promoting world peace...

When children learn about compassion, they can develop empathy and understand the emotions of others and themselves. This is also helpful in dealing with difficult times. Author Tess Grandison explores these subjects in Louis and the Orphaned Peacock. The story begins with Bella, a peahen...

Charlotte’s Quest by Mónica Vidalón teaches children the answer to one of the most important quests they will ever undertake. What could this vital quest be? After hearing her parents discussing their happiness, Charlotte goes on a quest to discover what brings happiness and where...

A mother turtle was walking on the beach when she discovered an egg that seemed out of place. Despite not knowing what was inside, she took it in. Jonathan M. Way has written a heartwarming story about adoption, friendship, and love in The Incredible Adventures...

In I Love How by Dr. Isaiah Varisano, praising children is an important part of every stage in their development. Giving encouragement, even for small accomplishments, and letting kids know that the effort they’ve put into reaching their goals is something to be proud of,...

In Curiously Gracie: Life Begins by R. S. Christopher, six brand-new Westie puppies were born and decorated with colorful bows so it was easier to tell them apart. One pup was endlessly curious about everything around her. She loved to explore her area and even...

The Tale of the Little Lonely Hedgehog (Tales from the Bluebell Woods) begins on a note of happiness and a bit of anticipation on a beautiful spring day when Hedgehog decides it is time for a walk. As he begins his forest rambles, there is...