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Unexpected Guests

Written by Mariajo Ilustrajo

The mice who live happily under the floorboards are surprised when new visitors arrive… humans...

Pre-K - 2nd
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Grandpa and the Kingfisher

Written by Anna Wilson and Illustrated by Sarah Massini
Over the course of a year, a young child and their dog visit the river with Grandpa to watch the kingfishers. As spring warms into summer and autumn drifts into winter, they see the kingfishers build a nest, raise their babies, and learn to fly.
Pre-K - 3rd
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Emilia Wishing

Written by Belen Medina and Illustrated by Magdalena Mora
Emilia wakes up with hot breath on her face and a sharp knee poking her from behind. She wishes she had a bed of her own. From the back seat of their old car, she looks out at the neighborhood and dreams of living on a tree‑lined street in a big house with a swimming pool.
Pre-K - 3rd
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Growing Together

Written by Ruth Spiro and Illustrated by Paola Escobar
A child and a tiny seedling find a happy home in their neighborhood’s urban community garden. With help from firefighters, chefs, shopkeepers, and many other friendly neighbors, they grow together—flowers, vegetables, friendships, and more—through a bright and busy summer.
Pre-K - 3rd
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Maizy Chen's Last Chance

Written by Lisa Yee
Maizy has never been to Last Chance, Minnesota… until now. Her mom says they’ll only stay for a couple of weeks, just long enough for her grandfather to get better. But plans don’t always go the way you expect. As Maizy spends more time in Last Chance—and at the Golden Palace, the restaurant her family has owned for generations—she starts to uncover all kinds of surprises.
3rd - 7th
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Welcome to Our Table: A Celebration of What Children Eat All Around the World

Written by Laura Mucha & Ed Smith and Illustrated by Harriet Lynas

From biltong to biryani, papaya to passionfruit, and ramen to roti, kids everywhere enjoy delicious...

2nd - 5th
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Errol's Garden

Written by Gillian Hibbs
Errol loves taking care of plants, even though he doesn’t have a real garden of his own. His home is filled with leafy, colorful greenery, but he dreams of having an outdoor space where he can grow even more.
Pre-K - 3rd
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Fruits and Vegetables (A Plant-Iful World)

Written by Rebecca Phillips-Bartlett
Where do the tasty fruits and veggies on our plates come from? They grow right out of the ground!
1st - 3rd
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Apple Cake: A Gratitude

Written by Dawn Casey and Illustrated by Genevieve Godbout
A child gives thanks for all the wonderful gifts nature shares—hazelnuts from the hedge, apples from the tree, eggs from the hens, and milk from the cow. Soon, the whole family has gathered everything they need to make something extra special… a yummy apple cake!
Pre-K - 1st
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The Farm Next Door

Written by Kelly Rice Schmitt and Illustrated by Charles Santoso
Farmer Fran helps her neighborhood every single day. She gathers fresh eggs, milks the cows, picks colorful vegetables, and delivers all the food to her customers. Because of her hard work, the whole community thrives.
Pre-K - 3rd
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A Room With a View

Written by Joanna Ho and Illustrated by Thaís Mesquita
Mama says it’s time for their next big outdoor adventure — but Oliver isn’t so sure. He does not like super‑long, brain‑numbing car rides, sleeping anywhere near bears, bugs, or bats, or eating sticky, icky camp food. Yuck!
Pre-K - 3rd
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Riverkeeper: Protecting an American River

Written by Nancy Castaldo
Dive into the exciting story of how people worked together to save the Hudson River — and learn how you can help protect clean water all around the world.
5th - 8th
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Recycling Day: What Happens to the Things We Throw Away

Written by Polly Faber and Illustrated by Klas Fahlén
Empty things, broken things, yucky things — follow the journey of recycled objects as they move through the recycling process in order to be reused in all sorts of interesting ways. This picture book introduces all the people, processes, machines, and vehicles involved in recycling and trash disposal!
2nd - 5th
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10 Small Things I Can Do to Help My Planet

Written and Illustrated by Melanie Walsh
Sometimes small choices can make a big difference—like refilling your reusable water bottle, giving old clothes a new life, or trying any of the clever earth‑friendly ideas in this fun picture book filled with peek‑through pages and flaps to lift.
Pre-K - 2nd
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One Plastic Bag: Isatou Ceesay and the Recycling Women of the Gambia

Written by Miranda Paul and Illustrated by Elizabeth Zunon
Discover the amazing true story of Isatou Ceesay, a woman from Africa who helped her community by starting a recycling project to fight the problems caused by plastic bags.
K - 3rd
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Earth Care: World Folktales to Talk About

Written by Margaret Read MacDonald

Our connection to planet Earth is one of the biggest challenges we face today. We have an important...

5th - 8th
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How to Hatch: A Gosling's Guide to Breaking Free

Written by Sara Holly Ackerman and Illustrated by Galia Bernstein
Discover how a tiny gosling breaks out of its egg and into the big, bright world in this super cute and silly nonfiction picture book. Told with short, funny “how‑to” style instructions, this story is perfect for reading aloud and shows kids every step of the hatching adventure.
Pre-K - 2nd
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Spaghetti Head & Chicken Fingers

Written by Rhett & Link and Illustrated by Erica Salcedo
Two picky eaters discover what happens when they really become what they eat and learn that trying new foods can be an adventure.
Pre-K - 3rd
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Mexikid Dreams: A Graphic Memoir

Written and Illustrated by Pedro Martín
In this graphic memoir, Pedro reflects on family, hard work, and the experiences that shaped his dreams for the future.
5th - 9th
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If You Give a Girl a Softball

Written by Melody Sarai Gil
A young girl picks up a softball—and suddenly a whole world of excitement opens up. What begins as a simple game quickly grows into big dreams, new friends, and tons of fun on the field.
Pre-K - 3rd
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Raise the Bar: A Graphic Novel

Written and Illustrated by Fernanda Frick H.
Sam dreams of becoming a champion weightlifter and must balance big goals, hard work, and family expectations along the way.
3rd - 7th
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A Night for the Rice Carriers

Written by Carmen Rubin and Illustrated by Matt Williams
Mae loves spending time in Coco’s garden, and today is a very special day. Together, they pull weeds, sweep the paths, and hang bright lanterns to get ready for a full‑moon celebration with all their neighbors and friends. Tonight, Mae will stand beneath the glowing moon and share a powerful story—one that has been passed down through her family for generations.
Pre-K - 2nd
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Spaghetti Code: A Story About Problem-Solving, Pasta, and the Power of Big Ideas

Written by Karlie Kloss and Vicky Fang and Illustrated by Remi Jose
Kelly Kent loves spaghetti, and computer programming! So she’s more than ready to help Chef Amato build a pasta-making machine to create the perfect bowl of spaghetti for his new restaurant. But when Chef can’t stop adding features to her coding machine, they end up with a tangle of “spaghetti code."
Pre-K - 3rd
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Cognizance But You Can Call Me Toggy: A Story About the Power of Awareness (Toggy and Tonfy series)

Written by Tc and Illustrated by Lj

This story introduces young readers to the power of emotional awareness through the gentle journey...

K - 3rd

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