James’s Book of UnScary Monsters is a wonderful book by Michael Pekala to help children work through their fear of monsters. James decides to explore his house at night. Although he knows that there is a logical explanation for most of the bumps in the...

The Star Fairy by Chris Zuschlag is a magical children’s book that captures the enchantment of a young girl named Thyme Robin as she embarks on adventures with garden fairies. Thyme, a lover of flowers and the tiny fairies that inhabit her garden, dreams of...

Dragons Make The Coolest Pets by Dan Wafford is a delightful picture book that humorously details the advantages of having a dragon as a pet. The story follows a young boy who has a pet dragon named Smokey, whom he loves dearly. He explains how...

The Dragon Way Home is a meaningful and exciting children's fantasy by Margaretta James, with themes of family, friendship, and togetherness. Jamison lives on Australia's Gold Coast with his mom and her partner Gibbo. During a day at the beach, he sees an artist crafting...

Clemente and Bastian: An Exploration Without Radar by Estela Solis Torneria is a delightful story about an adventurous squirrel named Clemente and his friend Bastian, a shy boy in a wheelchair. Together, they set out on an imaginative journey in a makeshift ship, searching for...

Susan Reimer’s The Gatekeeper’s Daughter tells a story of tradition, duty, and discovery through the life of Maira, a young girl destined to follow in her father’s footsteps as the gatekeeper of their village. Her role is essential to the safety and order of their...

After-All's Runaway Cloud by Francis Edwards tells the story of After-All, a young boy seeking solace after being bullied at school. His journey begins with a wish granted by Cupid that sends him on a fantastical adventure to visit Indigenous cultures worldwide. Guided by a...

In The Hidden Present by Lois Wickstrom, Caspian looks forward to the magical tradition his Grandpa has every year on his Unbirthday: receiving a hidden gift. This time, though, the special box under his bed is missing. Instead, Caspian finds an odd object called the...

The Lost Sock by Sean C. Cusack is a charming children's story about a young girl named Patty who loses one of her beloved purple socks, which are decorated with yellow rings and green buttons. Patty is very attached to her socks, and losing one...

Are We There Yet? by Melissa Abraham is a delightful children’s story that captures the boundless imagination of a young girl named Sareta during a journey with her mother. As they travel to Aunt Abi's house, Sareta's curiosity transforms an ordinary trip into a world...