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The Hidden Feast

The Hidden Feast: A Folktale from the American South

Written by Martha Hamilton & Mitch Weiss and Illustrated by Don Tate
A group of farm animals dresses up for a fancy party at a neighbor's house. When dinner looks like just plain cornbread, a grumpy Rooster leaves early and misses a delicious surprise hidden inside.
K - 3rd
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Guess Again

Guess Again!: Riddle Poems

Written by Lillian Morrison and Illustrated by Christy Hale
This book features 20 clever riddles about nature and wordplay that will challenge your brain. It is the perfect choice for anyone who loves to solve mysteries and share silly jokes with friends.
1st - 4th
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Great Smelly Slobbery Dog

The Great Smelly, Slobbery, Small-Tooth Dog

Written by Margaret Read MacDonald and Illustrated by Julie Paschkis
This fun retelling of Beauty and the Beast shows that being kind is more important than how someone looks.
Pre-K - 3rd
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For Sure! For Sure!

For Sure! For Sure!

Written by Hans Christian Andersen and Illustrated by Stefan Czernecki
When a chicken's joke about a lost feather is overheard and embellished by a series of animals, the gossip spreads like wildfire until the original story is completely unrecognizable.
K - 3rd
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Eleven Turtle Tales

Eleven Turtle Tales

Written by Pleasant DeSpain
Through unhurried and wise animal characters, these adventure tales illustrate natural phenomena and timeless moral lessons for readers of all ages.
2nd - 5th
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Billy Brown and the Belly Button Beastie

Billy Brown and the Belly Button Beastie

Written by Bobby Norfolk and Sherry Norfolk
In this humorous adaptation of a Japanese folktale, a young boy discovers the legendary Belly Button Beastie is real after ignoring his mother’s warnings about kicking off his blankets at night.
Pre-K - 3rd
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As Luck Would Have It

As Luck Would Have It

Written by Robert D. San Souci and Illustrated by Daniel San Souci
This comical noodle-head tale follows the siblings as they attempt to outwit a band of robbers and restore their family fortune before their parents return home.
Pre-K - 3rd
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Uglified Duckling

The Uglified Duckling: Maynard Moose Tales

Written by Willy Claflin and Illustrated by James Stimson
In this hilarious fractured fairytale, a young moose is mistaken for a baby duck and endures a series of wacky challenges while trying to fit in with his "feathered" family.
Pre-K - 3rd
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Rapunzel and the Seven Dwarfs

Rapunzel and the Seven Dwarfs: A Maynard Moose Tale

Written by Willy Claflin and Illustrated by James Stimson
In this hilarious Maynard Moose mashup, "Punzel" struggles with hopelessly tangled hair and a clumsy prince before finding refuge with a band of eight or nine dwarfs.
K - 3rd
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Little Moose

The Little Moose Who Couldn't Go to Sleep

Written by Willy Claflin and Illustrated by James Stimson
In this Maynard Moose tale, a young moose who can’t fall asleep discovers a magical solution through an unexpected encounter with a space-traveling sheep.
Pre-K - 2nd
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Bully Goat Grim

Bully Goat Grim: A Maynard Moose Tale

Written by Willy Claflin and Illustrated by James Stimson
In this fractured fairy tale, a bully goat with "Random Hostility Syndrome" is outsmarted by a resourceful baby troll using only a pillow and bed sheets.
2nd - 6th
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Holes in My Underwear

Holes in My Underwear: Over 100 Poems that Will Knock Your Socks Off

Written by Matthew Eicheldinger
Experience the laugh-out-loud brilliance of Holes in My Underwear: Over 100 Poems That Will Knock Your Socks Off, a side-splitting collection of funny and thoughtful poems by New York Times bestselling author and middle school teacher Matthew Eicheldinger.
2nd - 4th
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The Curse of the Ten Broken Toes

Matt Sprouts and the Curse of the Ten Broken Toes

Written by Matthew Eicheldinger
Follow eleven-year-old Matt as he navigates the perils of sixth grade and a mysterious hometown myth in this heartwarming, illustrated middle school comedy.
2nd - 8th
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I'm Going to be a Princess

I'm Going to Be a Princess

Written by Stephanie Taylor and Illustrated by Jade Orlando
In this heartwarming and humorous story, Maya learns about remarkable Black women, but a brave Nigerian princess truly captures her imagination, brought to life through Stephanie Taylor’s lively writing and Jade Orlando’s colorful illustrations of a loving mother-daughter bond.
Pre-K - 3rd
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The Librarian from the Black Lagoon

Written by Mike Thaler and Illustrated by Jared D. Lee

Would you dare step into a library ruled by The Laminator? One whisper out of line and—snap—you’re...

K - 3rd
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Celebrate 100 Days

Written by Suzanne Barchers
Students count to 100 with their teacher as they celebrate the 100th day of school, using photos, charts, and diagrams to learn real-world math and build STEM skills.
K - 4th
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A Stranger Comes to Town

Written and Illustrated by Maria Kristjansdottir
A young boy and his grandfather help a lost polar bear find its way home from their remote northern island in this warm, humorous story about friendship and problem-solving.
K - 2nd
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The Bad Guys

The Bad Guys

Written and Illustrated by Aaron Blabey
In the hilarious first installment of The Bad Guys series, a misunderstood crew of "scary" animals—including Mr. Wolf and Mr. Snake—embarks on a mission to become unlikely heroes through good deeds.
2nd - 5th
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Bravo, Anjali!

Bravo, Anjali!

Written by Sheetal Sheth and Illustrated by Lucia Soto
This empowering story encourages children to embrace their skills and never dim their light, making it a must-read for building self-esteem and celebrating cultural identity.
1st - 2nd
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More Than Peach

More Than Peach

Written by Bellen Woodard and Illustrated by Fanny Liem
This inspiring picture book shows how one child’s voice can promote inclusivity, celebrate all skin tones, and encourage young readers to become confident leaders who make positive change in their communities.
Pre-K - 2nd
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The Musical Monkeys

The Musical Monkeys

Written by Storytime and Illustrated by Fabiana Faiallo
A young woman confronts the spirits who are troubling her village – and gets a surprise.
2nd - 3rd
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Little Lady Phenola

Written by Mildred M. Stokes and Illustrated by Almar Denso
Can you keep a secret? Sometimes a best kept secret needs to fly free. Phenola had one. But on one day, she let it out! Grandpa is clever, and storytelling is his "go to" whenever his artsy self takes a break. Phenola is curious. She likes to explore. "How can I learn to believe what I think about myself, my friends, and the BIG, BIG world I dream?" she wondered.
Pre-K - 3rd
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The Singing Tortoise

The Singing Tortoise

Written by Storytime and Illustrated by Maria Bazykina
In a topical tale from Africa, a man learns his lesson when he tries to use nature for his own good.
2nd - 3rd
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The People Upstairs

The People Upstairs

Written by Ogden Mash and Illustrated by Susanna Rumiz
Do you ever wonder what your noisy neighbours are doing?
2nd - 3rd

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