Buddy Benches are arriving in schoolyards across the nation. In this story, the buddy bench launches two new friends on a chilly adventure.On a surprisingly snowy day in Texas, a young student finds himself braving recess alone. That is until he spots a new face sitting on the school's Buddy Bench. After a quick introduction, the two spend their recess...

Celebrate community with this colorful book by Uncle Ian Aurora! This story time book encourages kids to cheer for their community! Readers are invited to cheer for our families, police officers, firefighters, librarians, shopkeepers, and other community members as they follow along with the diverse children who are celebrating them. This interactive title promises to be an engaging and...

An adaptation of everyone’s favorite song from The Wind in the Willows, this sweet story is the perfect bedtime read. With beautiful illustrations and sweet prose, this depiction of ducks just a-dabbling in the water will capture the hearts of young readers new to the work of Kenneth Grahame. The original lyrics from Grahame’s book are featured on the last...

What do you do when you feel like you don’t fit in? Find something that makes you stand out!Walter had spent all summer counting down the days to the first day of school. He couldn’t wait to make new shark friends and finally swim into his classroom for the first time. But the first class picture of the year changes...

Why are some things just for Ana Dalt? What makes her so special? And most importantly… Who is Ana Dalt? This fully illustrated dust jacket picture book follows the narrator as they try to determine who Ana Dalt is and what makes her so special. Why can Ana Dalt have things kids can’t? Why can Ana Dalt stay up late...

The best family snuggle time is when a book is involved! This beautiful picture book is an equally endearing follow-up to Whisper and features a cozy duo of koalas, parent and child, preparing for bedtime. The little koala adorably suggests they snuggle while they read before bedtime and ultimately falls fast asleep.Joe Fitzpatrick Marco Furlotti

Buck wasn’t always a wild dog... Buck’s life as a beloved farm dog changes forever when he is stolen away from his home and taken to the bitter cold of the Yukon. Buck faces many challenges as he is trained to become a sled dog until he finds himself in the hands of John Thornton who helps him ultimately discover...

From motivational speaker and star on Emmy winning docuseries Born This Way, Megan Bomgaars and illustrator Pete Olczyk You can sparkle. There are no limits. Anything is possible. Don’t limit yourself. Lions are the kings and queens of the jungle but how did they come to be as fabulous as they are? They SPARKLE! The best way to sparkle is...

Explore this fun and adorable book about friends brought together by their shared love of dinosaurs from author Hayley Vaughters and illustrator Dean GrayYou know what they say, DINOS are a girl's best friend! Tyra loves walking on her stilts, so the tall Tyrannosaurus rex is her favorite dinosaur. Megan loves to swim with her fins, so she loves the...

Drip the Raindrop is always nonstop! Come along with Drip as he goes on his continuous journey through the water cycle. Readers will love following Drip and discovering how he changes as he goes from his home in a puddle on the ground to being evaporated into a cloud and continues through his transformations with his water droplet friends. Each...

From GRAMMY® Award-winning artist Keb’ Mo’ and illustrator Marco Furlotti"Life is beautiful! Life is wondrous! Every star above is shining just for us!" Keb’ Mo’ brings one of his beloved songs to life to remind us that life is beautiful and it should be spent with the people we love. The heartfelt lyrics and endearing illustrations of Keb' and his...

Share some love and give a hug with Teddy Bear Tim -- from author, motivational speaker and disability advocate Tim Harris and illustrator of Keb’ Mo’s Don’t Throw It Away, Charlie AstrellaTeddy Bear Tim LOVES hugs! He loves hugs so much that he wants to share all of his favorite kinds of hugs with you. Whether it’s a happy hug,...

From psychologist Gail Hayes. Worry gives the reader a chance to explore the choices we make in this innovative Choose Your Own Attitude story. There are many things in life that cannot be controlled. In fact, we cannot decide much of what happens to us. But what we can decide is how we react to what happens to us. That...

A world of fun for budding cryptozoologists."—Kirkus ReviewsWelcome to the Monsterlovers Headquarters!As the newest recruit to our secret organization, you're invited to explore our classified files about some of our favorite Alphabeasts from A to Z! This curated creature collection features unique information about some of the silly, cuddly, smelly, and mysterious monsters found all over the world. WARNING: Many...

Dance around the world with Uncle Ian Aurora and friends! Discover some of the beautiful and unique dances from cultures around the world in this colorful and interactive title perfect for an engaging and high-energy story time. This rhyming story brings beautiful dances such as the samba, the trata, the flamenco, and more to life through bright illustrations. Back...