7 Ate 9

Everyone knows that 7 is always after him. Word on the street is that 7 ate 9. If that's true, 6's days are numbered. Lucky for him, Private I is on the case. But the facts just don't add up. It's odd. Will Private I put two and two together and solve the problem . . . or is 6 next in line to be subtracted?

A Couch for Llama

The Lago family’s couch needs replacing, so they set off for the furniture store, where, after a few Goldilocks-style tries, they find a couch that’s just right—a bright red, swoopy armed number. While driving home, the ropes securing the new couch to the Lagos’ car come undone and, unbeknownst to the family, the couch flies off into a field. There, an astonished llama cautiously approaches the large red visitor and tries to welcome it by braying hello and sharing some tasty grass—

Are You Scared, Darth Vader?

Is Darth Vader scared? Of course he isn’t afraid of a wolfman, vampire or witch, but he soon finds that there is something he fears. What could possibly scare Darth Vader? Students will have fun discovering the answer!

Baby Monkey, Private Eye!

Baby Monkey may be a baby (and a monkey) but he has a full-time job as a private eye. Baby Monkey solves five cases (one for each chapter) by looking carefully for visual clues.

Daniel's Good Day

What is a good day for you? In this picture book, a young boy named Daniel wonders why everyone he passes by in his neighborhood tell him to “Have a good day!”. This makes Daniel curious about what makes a good day for each person.

Did You Take the B from my _ook?

When the letter B goes missing from the story, the reader must find a way to bring it back into the book for good.

Hannah and Sugar

Every day when Hannah gets off the bus, Violet P.’s dog, Sugar, is waiting, and every day Mrs. P. asks Hannah if she wants to pet the dog. And every single time, throughout all four seasons, a scared Hannah says, “No, thank you.” But one sad afternoon, something is different. Sugar is missing!

Here and Now

A book that celebrates mindfulness and the practice of being present in the moment. The book follows It inspires kids to think about everyday things in their life and a gentle reminder to slow down, an ode to connection, an the power of being fully engaged.

Hey, Grandude!

Music legend Paul McCartney penned a delightful picture book celebrating the unique connection between a grandfather and his grandchildren. Together, they head off on a breathtaking adventure filled with animals, nature, and danger.

I Will Not Eat You

Theodore is a dragon that just wants some peace and quiet in his cave. Yet, various animals disturb him and he contemplates eating them. He decides he isn’t hungry enough to eat them until one little boy comes along and starts to poke at him. It’s a good thing the boy makes the dragon laugh. Otherwise, he could have become dinner.

Ida, Always

Gus and Ida are best friends living in the center of the zoo, in the center of a city. Life is beautiful for them. They spend time in their favorite places, play their favorite games- together. Ida was always there with Gus. Then Gus learns that Ida is sick - the kind of sick you can’t fix.

Just Ask!

In Just Ask, United States Supreme Court Justice Sonia Sotomayor celebrates the different abilities kids (and people of all ages) have. Using her own experience as a child who was diagnosed with diabetes, Justice Sotomayor writes about children with all sorts of challenges--and looks at the special powers those kids have as well. As the kids work together to build a community garden, asking questions of each other along the way, this book encourages readers to do the same: When we come across someone who is different from us but we're not sure why, all we have to do is Just Ask

Little Red Fort

something. So she asks her brothers for help. They tell her she doesn't know how, but she says, "Then I'll learn." Each step of the way Ruby asks the boys to help, but every time they reply: "Not me"

Nope. Never. Not me!

“Children are often picky eaters, but for kids on the autism spectrum or with sensory issues, trying new foods can be especially challenging. In Nope! Never! Not for Me! a young child refuses to try a bite of broccoli–that is, until her mom guides her through a careful exploration of the new food. First she looks, then she sniffs, then touches, and finally takes one tiny bite. What do you know? Broccoli isn’t so overwhelming after all!

People Don't Bite People

Illustrations and rhyming text urge children to use their teeth for biting food, not their friends or relatives.

Sweety

Sweety is a naked mole rat that loves to identify fungi and enjoys interpretive dance. She struggles finding her “people” but it is made better by a listening ear from her unique Aunt. Sweety is perfect to talk about accepting others, making friends, and celebrating uniqueness in others.

The Bad Seed

This story is about a bad seed. He just seems to always make bad choices. He wasn’t always a bad seed. He experiences a traumatic event in life which turns him into a bad seed. Yet, he decides to change! He realizes that all he has to do is keep trying.

The Book of Mistakes

As one artist incorporates accidental splotches, spots, and misshapen things into her art, she transforms her piece in quirky and unexpected ways, taking readers on a journey through her process.

The Epic Adventures of Huggie & Stick

When super cheerful Stick and grumpy stuffed bunny Huggie get thrown from a backpack, the adventure is on! Together this odd couple survives encounters with sea-faring pirates, raging rhinos in Africa, sword-wielding royalty in Europe, stick-eating panda bears in Asia, sharks in Australia, hungry penguins in Antarctica, and piranhas in South America--all before finally making it home to North America. A fantastically funny read-aloud about two unlikely friends and their epic journey around the world.

The Evil Princess vs. The Brave Knight

She casts terrible spells. He fights dragons. SHe is always making trouble. He is always rescuing people. She is the Evil Princess. He is the Brave Knight. Together they are...well, they are a brother and sister who really need to learn to get along.

The Proudest Blue

With her new backpack and light-up shoes, Faizah knows the first day of school is going to be special. It's the start of a brand new year and, best of all, it's her older sister Asiya's first day of hijab--a hijab of beautiful blue fabric, like the ocean waving to the sky. But not everyone sees hijab as beautiful, and in the face of hurtful, confusing words, Faizah will find new ways to be strong.

The Remember Balloons

Young James and his family carry their memories in colorful balloons. James has a few, his parents have more, and Grandpa has the most of all. The boy enjoys asking Grandpa to share his special remembrances, but he also notices that the elder man’s balloons are slowly drifting away.

This is a Ball

The Books That Drive Kids CRAZY! series offers parents, teachers, and storytellers a hilarious script for fun reading time together. Book 2, This Is a Ball, is a boldly absurd spin-off of concept books, and an audaciously contrarian invitation for readers to practice deadpan delivery: after all, the picture on the cover clearly shows a cube, not a ball. The page that declares a princess is flying a kite at the beach shows an alien holding a balloon in a city...and on and on. What is WRONG with this silly book?

Tough Cookie

This is a twist on the Gingerbread Man story. Fox tries to help him become sweeter and faster until they realize he is an ornament. The book includes a recipe for making cookie ornaments.

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Jack Goes West

Jack and the Lady take the train West to visit a dude ranch. One night, there's a bank robbery next door and Jack is pegged as the bandit. But thanks to Jack's new rope tricks, the real robber is caught and Jack leaves the Wild West a free rabbit with a big secret.

Jack at Bat

The Lady and Rex have a baseball game against the Big City Brats. Jack is not allowed to swing the bat, so he is told to be the Bat Boy. That is, until the Lady Town Ladies and the Big City Brats are tied. It's up to Jack to hit a home run, but on the way to home plate he spots some snacks . . .

Jack Blasts Off!

When the Lady is mad at Jack, she decides to send him and Rex on a one-way trip to outer space. While she enjoys some rare peace and quiet, Jack and Rex get into trouble, resulting in their exile to the dark side of the moon. After an alien chase and some snacks, Jack and Rex get blasted home to Earth. But will the Lady take naughty Jack back?

Hi, Jack!

Meet Jack: He lives in a tree house. His interests include snacks, petty theft, and lipstick graffiti. Jack also loves his friends, he just has a funny way of showing it sometimes . . .

A is For Elizabeth

Second grader Elizabeth is excited to have a homework assignment, but the topic of letters and alphabetical order is a struggle for her. So is Anna, who represents an “A” student in too many ways.

Big Mouth Elizabeth

Doodlebug Elizabeth

Doodlebug Elizabeth is the fourth title in Rachel Vail's A Is for Elizabeth chapter book series--featuring illustrations by Paige Keiser. Class 2B is getting pets! What pets will they be? Elizabeth does not like surprises, but she does like pets. And she loves butterflies!

The Adventures of Caveboy

Caveboy enjoys thumping things with his club. One day his club breaks when playing baseskull. In the process he runs into Mags, who, after a brief disagreement, helps Caveboy find a new club. Then they decide to have a race and we discover how fiercely competitive Caveboy is. Caveboy is forced to decide if winning truly is everything.

Counting on Katherine

The bold story of Katherine Johnson, an African-American mathematician who worked for NASA during the space race and was depicted in the film Hidden Figures.

Do Not Lick This Book*

Min is a microbe. She is small. Very small. In fact so small that you’d need to look through a microscope to see her. Or you can simply open this book and take Min on an adventure to amazing places she’s never seen before- like the icy glaciers of your tooth or the twisted, tangled jungle that is your shirt.

Moon! Earth's Best Friend

Meet Moon! She's more than just a rock -- she's Earth's rock, her best friend she can always count on. Moon never turns her back on her friend (literally: she's always facing Earth with the same side!). These two will stick together forever.

Ruth Bader Ginsburg : the case of R.B.G. vs. inequality

"Ladies and gentlemen of the jury: During this trial, you will learn about a little girl who had no clue just how important she would become. You will see the unfair world she was born into-where boys were valued more than girls, where women were not encouraged to achieve and aspire. Here are the facts of her case." Thus begins this clever, engaging picture book biography, which chronicles Ginsburg's early years in Brooklyn, at Cornell, and beyond, highlighting the obstacles she encountered at every turn.

Trombone Shorty

The streets of New Orleans are filled with music, and so is the house of Troy Andrews, who narrates the story of his growth into the musician known as Trombone Shorty. Troy dreams of having his own band, and when he finds a battered trombone, he knows he's on his way: "It didn't sound perfect, but finally with a real instrument in my hand, I was ready to play."

A Piglet Named Mercy

When the Watson’s life feels too ordinary, Mercy the Piglet falls into their life and brings love and chaos.

Hey, Grandude!

Music legend Paul McCartney penned a delightful picture book celebrating the unique connection between a grandfather and his grandchildren. Together, they head off on a breathtaking adventure filled with animals, nature, and danger.

Moon! Earth's Best Friend

Meet Moon! She's more than just a rock -- she's Earth's rock, her best friend she can always count on. Moon never turns her back on her friend (literally: she's always facing Earth with the same side!). These two will stick together forever.

Rude Cakes

Rude cakes never say thank you, never apologize, and think “bedtime is for donut holes.” One such cake, two-tiered and pink, terrorizes her fellow pastries. She takes a cupcake’s toy. She shouts at a formerly carefree marshmallow. She blows past playground lines, taking as many turns as she wants. The rude cake is very rude, indeed, until a large creature snatches her from her bedroom and delivers comeuppance in an unexpected fashion. It turns out that giant Cyclopses are the epitome of good manners!

Say Something!

Each of us, each and every day, have the chance to say something: with our actions, our words, and our voices. Perfect for kid activists everywhere, this timely story reminds readers of the undeniable importance and power of their voice. There are so many ways to tell the world who you are... what you are thinking... and what you believe. And how you'll make it better. The time is now: SAY SOMETHING!

The Bad Seed

This story is about a bad seed. He just seems to always make bad choices. He wasn’t always a bad seed. He experiences a traumatic event in life which turns him into a bad seed. Yet, he decides to change! He realizes that all he has to do is keep trying.

The Epic Adventures of Huggie & Stick

When super cheerful Stick and grumpy stuffed bunny Huggie get thrown from a backpack, the adventure is on! Together this odd couple survives encounters with sea-faring pirates, raging rhinos in Africa, sword-wielding royalty in Europe, stick-eating panda bears in Asia, sharks in Australia, hungry penguins in Antarctica, and piranhas in South America--all before finally making it home to North America. A fantastically funny read-aloud about two unlikely friends and their epic journey around the world.