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Kintaro the Golden Boy book cover

Kintaro the Golden Boy

Written by Storytime and Illustrated by Ivan Barrera
A Japanese story about a strong little boy and the adventures he has with his animal friends.
2nd - 3rd
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Well of Truth

The Well of Truth: A Folktale from Egypt

Written by Martha Hamilton & Mitch Weiss and Illustrated by Tom Wrenn
The Well of Truth is a funny Egyptian folktale about three friends—Goat, Rooster, and Donkey—who decide to start a farm together. When their clover field is suddenly destroyed, Donkey tries to hide a greedy secret.
Pre-K - 3rd
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Sweet Tamales for Purim

Sweet Tamales for Purim

Written by Barbara Bietz and Illustrated by John Kanzler
In Sweet Tamales for Purim, a young girl and her friend Luis plan a festive Purim celebration in their Old West town until a hungry goat eats all the traditional pastries.
K - 2nd
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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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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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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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Super Rabbit Boy's Team-Up Trouble!

Written by Thomas Flintham
King Viking, his robot army, and Miss Business are working together to create a perfect storm of trouble in Underland. It's up to Super Rabbit Boy and Mega Mole Girl to team up and save the day.
K - 2nd
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Away Game

Away Game

Written by Storytime and Illustrated by Carlitos Pinheiro
A short cut leads to a time-travelling adventure and a fun football match.
2nd - 3rd
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Pathfinder Island

Pathfinder Island

Written by Storytime and Illustrated by Gaby Zermeno
What will happen to a group of kids lost on a desert island? Read on to find out!
2nd - 3rd
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The Penguin of Ilha Grande

Written by Shannon Earle and Illustrated by Renato Alarcao

A man rescues a penguin off the coast of Brazil and finds a lifelong connection in this delightful...

Pre-K - 2nd
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Potato Pants

Written and Illustrated by Laurie Keller

Potato is excited because today―for one day only― Lance Vance’s Fancy Pants Store is selling . ....

Pre-K - 3rd
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Pirate Bob

Written by Kathryn Lasky and Illustrated by David Clark

Bob is a pirate. Bob's friend, Yellow Jack, is also a pirate. Which means they both yearn for buried...

K - 3rd
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The Light Within You

Written by Namita Moolani Mehra

Diya is excited to be going to India for Diwali, the Festival of Lights. That means she’ll get to...

Pre-K - 3rd
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Noodle and the No Bones Day

Written by Jonathan Graziano and Illustrated by Dan Tavis

Noodle is a sweet, silly old pug who enjoys doing all his favorite activities with his favorite...

Pre-K - 3rd
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Imagine You and Me

Written and Illustrated by Benson Shum

Randall and Parker are the very best of friends—they do everything together, from building elaborate...

Pre-K - 2nd
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Built to Last

Written by Minh Lê and Illustrated by Dan Santat

Two kids build entire worlds out of blocks, cardboard, and imagination. From boats attacked by a sea...

Pre-K - 2nd
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Gitty and Kvetch

Written by Caroline Kusin Pritchard and Illustrated by Ariel Landy
Gitty and her feathered-friend Kvetch couldn’t be more different: Gitty always sees the bright side of life, while her curmudgeonly friend Kvetch is always complaining and, well, kvetching about the trouble they get into!
Pre-K - 3rd
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Tomatoes in My Lunchbox

Written by Costantia Manoli and Illustrated by Magdalena Mora

A child, newly arrived in another country, feels displaced, lonely, and a little scared on her first...

Pre-K - 3rd
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Parker Shines On: Another Extraordinary Moment

Written by Parker Curry & Jessica Curry and Illustrated by Brittany Jackson
Parker Curry co-wrote Parker Shines On: Another Extraordinary Moment at age 5.
Pre-K - 3rd
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The Junkyard Wonders

Written and Illustrated by Patricia Polacco

Young Trisha is devastated when she finds out that her class at her new school is known as the...

K - 3rd
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Birdsong

Written and Illustrated by Julie Flett

When Katherena and her mother move to a small town, Katherena feels lonely and out of place. But...

Pre-K - 3rd
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Sweet Music in Harlem

Written by Debbie A. Taylor and Illustrated by Frank Morrison

C. J. needs to act fast. A photographer from Highnote magazine is on his way to photograph Uncle...

1st - 4th
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A Piece of Home

Written by Jeri Watts and Illustrated by Hyewon Yum

When Hee Jun’s family moves from Korea to West Virginia, he struggles to adjust to his new home. His...

K - 3rd
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The Barnabus Project

Written and Illustrated by The Fan Brothers

In a world built for Perfect Pets, Barnabus is a Failed Project, half mouse, half elephant, kept out...

K - 4th

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