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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

The Data Detective at the Carnival

Written by Chandra Donelson & Jordan Morrow and Illustrated by Mariam Trejo

Meet William, a curious little boy who dreams of becoming a data detective like his mom, who is part...

K - 3rd

Felix and the Picnic - Family Transitions (Big Conversations with Little Children)

Written by Dr. Lauren Loquasto and Illustrated by Lindsay Dale-Scott

This meaningful read-together helps children better understand and cope with family changes that can feel confusing or upsetting.

Pre-K - 1st

Eyes That Speak To The Stars

Written by Joanna Ho and Illustrated by Dung Ho

A young boy comes to recognize his own power and ability to change the future. When a friend at...

Pre-K - 3rd

Adnan: The Boy Who Helped His Mommy Remember

Adnan is the heartwarming story of a refugee boy’s attempts to heal his mother’s mental health...

K - 3rd

Get Outdoors: A Mindfulness Guide to Noticing Nature (Everyday Mindfulness)

Written by Paul Christelis and Illustrated by Elisa Paganelli

Two siblings take a mindfulness approach to investigating and enjoying nature through their senses.

I...

K - 4th

Jayden's Secret Ingredient

Written by Mélina Mangal and Illustrated by Ken Daley

Jayden discovers the secret ingredient to trying something new.

Jayden loves the outdoors and the...

Pre-K - 5th

Camp Whatchamacallit

Written by Selina Li Bi and Illustrated by Dan Widdowson

Broadening your 3rd-4th graders reading experiences and literacy comprehension skills is a breeze...

3rd - 4th

Ranger Hamza's Eco Quest

Written by Ranger Hamza and Illustrated by Kate Kronreif

From the smallest seed to the tallest tree, everything in nature has a purpose. Learn where to find...

Pre-K - 2nd

Don't Hug Doug (He Doesn't Like It)

Written by Carrie Finison and Illustrated by Daniel Wiseman

Doug doesn't like hugs. He thinks hugs are too squeezy, too squashy, too squooshy, too smooshy. He...

Pre-K - 2nd

The Stars Just Up the Street

Written by Sue Soltis and Illustrated by Christine Davenier

Mabel loves stars. She counts five from her window and thirty-seven from her backyard. But her...

Pre-K - 3rd

Alex's Good Fortune

Written and Illustrated by Benson Shum

Chinese New Year is the most important holiday for Alex and her family, so it's even more special...

K - 2nd

Cora Cooks Pancit

Written by Dorina K. Lazo Gilmore and Illustrated by Kristi Valiant

Cora and Mama work together to cook up pancit for the family in this celebration of Filipino...

K - 3rd

Freedom Soup

Written by Tami Charles and Illustrated by Jacqueline Alcántara

Join the celebration in the kitchen as a family makes their traditional New Year’s soup — and shares the story of how Haitian independence came to be.

K - 4th