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Sebastian's Apartment Family

Written by Sarah Ivey, Sholachauntel Soda, & Tayla Brawner and Illustrated by Jordyn Flood
Every day brings a new adventure. On Monday, Sebastian enjoys poetry time with Mr. and Mrs. Howe. On Tuesday, he visits the Ivey family and plays with their colorful parrots. While his mom is at school, Sebastian spends each day with a different family in his apartment building.
Infant and Toddler - Pre-K
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Every Day We Say

Written by Andrea Mantinez Alvarado, Gracie Armstrong &, Raylin Nuñez and Illustrated by Ian Springer

“I love my curls! I love how smart I am!”

Filled with bright, colorful artwork and playful, rhythmic...

Infant and Toddler - Pre-K
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When You Feel

Written by Celeste Ampaah, Abby Bediako, & Katie Delcid and Illustrated by Shurjo Mukhi
The playground is a place for fun, friendship, and big feelings, too! In this board book written by teen parents, young children explore eight different emotions, from excitement and happiness to anger and feeling overwhelmed.
Infant and Toddler - Pre-K
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A Day Just For Us

Written by Aniyah Martin, Diana Padilla, & Tamara Sahin and Illustrated by Romeo Montero
Saturday is a special day for many busy families! In this fun board book, families spend time together doing things they love, like visiting the zoo, going to a festival, shopping for groceries, or taking part in meaningful traditions. No matter what they do, they are happy to be together.
Infant and Toddler - Pre-K
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The Cat in the Hat: The Official Movie Storybook

Written by Megan Roth and Illustrated by Alan Batson
Gabby and Sebastian just moved to a new town, and they are not happy about it. Then the Cat in the Hat shows up with his biggest job ever: cheer them up! Get ready for wild mischief, big laughs, and a magical trip to a world you have never seen before.
Pre-K - 2nd
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On a Web

Written and Illustrated by Christine Hjorth
Look closely at the spiders on their webs! See what these eight-legged critters can do. Do you think spiders are neat or creepy?
K - 1st
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Mad Dom

Written by Christine Hjorth and Illustrated by Belen Roldan
Dom is tired and needs a nap, but he says no, no, no! Watch this little guy get madder and madder. Will Dom ever close his eyes?
K - 1st
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In a Pit

Written by Christine Hjorth and Illustrated by Belen Roldan
Meet Tim, Pim, and Tam, three little dragons with a hot trick! Watch them breathe fire in their pit. Read to see what these fiery friends can do!
K - 1st
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Ff

Written and Illustrated by Christine Hjorth
Fox, fish, fire, and five! Look at each picture and say the /f/ sound. How many f words can you find?
K - 1st
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Exposures: A Story About Life with OCD and the Power of Facing Your Fears

Written and Illustrated by Lily Williams
A young girl navigating life with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) discovers courage, resilience, and the power of facing her fears through therapy and self-discovery.
5th - 8th
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Snakes

Written and Illustrated by Christine Hjorth
Snakes slither, hide, and hunt! Find out what snakes eat and what it means to be cold-blooded. Would you ever want a snake as a pet?
1st - 2nd
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The Night Before the Snow Day

The Night Before the Snow Day

Written by Natasha Wing and Illustrated by Amy Wummer
As snow falls throughout the night, children eagerly anticipate a possible snow day filled with sledding, snowball fights, and winter fun.
Pre-K - 1st
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Juno in the Lab

Written by Holly P. Trisch and Illustrated by Natalia Larguier
Join Juno, a curious chocolate Labrador, and her civil engineer mom as they explore how roads, sidewalks, and signs are designed to keep communities safe.
K - 5th
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Pirates Love Underpants

Written by Claire Freedman and Illustrated by Ben Cort
Join a crew of silly pirates on a hilarious treasure hunt filled with adventure, laughter, and an unexpected obsession with underwear!
Pre-K - K
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The Power of Joyful Reading: Help Your Young Readers Soar to Success!

Written by Eric Litwin and Dr. Gina Pepin
Discover how joyful, engaging shared reading experiences help young children develop a love of books while building foundational literacy skills.
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The Poop Song

Written by Eric Litwin and Illustrated by Claudia Boldt
Sing along with cats, dinosaurs, aliens, and more in this silly, rhyming picture book that makes potty training fun through music, humor, and laughter!
Pre-K - Pre-K
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The Dia de Los Muertos Cookbook

The Día de Los Muertos Cookbook: Recipes and Activities for Kids and Families to Celebrate

Written by Andrea Jáuregui De La Torre and Mely Martínez and Illustrated by Alejandra Barajas
Join Little Andrea and her family as they celebrate Día de los Muertos through traditional Mexican recipes, creative activities, and meaningful family traditions.
3rd - 6th
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Make Your Bed with Skipper the Seal

Written by Admiral William H. McRaven and Illustrated by Howard McWilliam
When Skipper the seal begins Navy SEAL training, he and his hardworking friends discover that being a real SEAL is about much more than swimming fast or diving off a ship. To be your best, you have to take risks, learn from mistakes, and keep going even when things get tough—just like in everyday life.
Pre-K - 3rd
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This Land Is Your Land

Written by Woody Guthrie and Illustrated by Kathy Jakobsen
Ever since it was first sung in the 1940s, Woody Guthrie’s “This Land Is Your Land” has become one of America’s most loved songs.
Pre-K - 3rd
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El propósito de Estrella: Una misión militar (Star's Purpose: A Military Mission)

Written by Krista Betcher (Author) & Gabriella Aldeman (Translator) and Illustrated by Brian Schmidt
Justo antes de partir hacia su misión, el papá de Alice le cuenta una historia especial sobre una estrella mágica. Star y sus amigas adoraban brillar en el cielo nocturno, pero deseaban poder ayudar a las personas en todo momento.
Pre-K - 3rd
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Star's Purpose: A Military Mission

Written by Krista Betcher and Illustrated by Brian Schmidt
Right before Alice’s dad leaves for his deployment, he tells her a special story about a magical star. Star and her friends loved shining in the night sky, but they wished they could help people all the time.
Pre-K - 3rd
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The Boxcar Children Graphic Novel

The Boxcar Children Graphic Novel

Written by Gertrude Chandler Warner and Meika Hashimoto (Adapter) and Illustrated by Giovanni Abeille
Four orphaned siblings discover an abandoned boxcar in the woods and turn it into a home, beginning an adventure filled with teamwork, courage, and family.
2nd - 5th
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Partner Poems & Word Ladders for Building Foundational Literacy Skills (Grades K-2)

Written by David L. Harrison, Timothy V. Rasinski, & Mary Jo Fresch
Young learners are naturally motivated when they read a humorous short poem or story with a partner. When this shared reading is followed by skill‑building word ladders that reinforce phonics and vocabulary, along with an engaging mini‑lesson in reading, writing, or word study, teachers gain a comprehensive and strategic approach to early literacy instruction.
K - 2nd
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Partner Poems & Word Ladders for Building Foundational Literacy Skills (Grades 1–3)

Written by David L. Harrison, Timothy V. Rasinski, & Mary Jo Fresch
Motivate young readers to build fluency with short, humorous partner poems designed for shared reading. Each poem is followed by a skill‑building word ladder that reinforces phonics and vocabulary, along with an engaging mini‑lesson in reading, writing, or word study.
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