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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 - 1st
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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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Herby Hunts for a New Home

Written and Illustrated by Charline Norton
Tide pools are full of surprises, excitement, and fun for kids and grown‑ups. Herby Hunts for a New Home is a cheerful story that young readers can enjoy on their own or as a read‑aloud, especially if they’re curious about ocean animals.
Pre-K - 3rd
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Don't Be A Mosquito!

Written by Kristy Schwartz and Illustrated by David Anderson
Ricky loves adventures, playing with his dog Buster, and being part of everything—maybe a little too much sometimes. He wiggles, blurts, and zooms right into other people’s space without meaning to. At school, his big excitement can cause problems, and making friends feels tougher than he expected.
Pre-K - 5th
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Sweet Dreams Ahead Time For Bed: A Rhyming Book and Lullaby to Help Children Get Ready for Sleep

Sweet Dreams Ahead Time For Bed: A Rhyming Book and Lullaby to Help Children Get Ready for Sleep

Written by Tish Rabe and Illustrated by Gill Guile
Children need a good night's sleep to help them learn and grow. This restful, rhyming storybook features adorable animals children will love, an easy-to-sing lullaby, and tips for parents and caregivers to make getting ready for bed easy and enjoyable for everyone.
K - 1st
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Central Park You Can See Is the Best Place to Be

Central Park You Can See Is the Best Place to Be

Written by Tish Rabe and Illustrated by Andrea Boatta
The Squirrel Family, Mommy, Daddy and their kids, Sunny, Skippy and baby Sky, are ready to give everyone a tour of the most famous park in the world.
K - 3rd
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Days Can Be Sunny for Bunnies and Money

Days Can Be Sunny for Bunnies and Money

Written by Tish Rabe and Illustrated by Steve Brown
Helping kids earn, save, spend and give.
K - 3rd
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Mystic by the Sea is the Best Place to Be

Mystic by the Sea is the Best Place to Be

Written by Tish Rabe and Illustrated by Andrea Boatta
Mystic By the Sea is the Best Place to be stars a friendly family of seagulls, Mason, Marina and their kids Marco and Misty who love to spend every day flying over the Mystic Aquarium, Mystic Seaport Museum, Olde Mistick Village, the Submarine Base and more.
K - 3rd
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Kindness Is Caring, Friendship Is Sharing

Kindness Is Caring, Friendship Is Sharing

Written by Tish Rabe and Illustrated by Moka Celess
Meet Amani, a little zebra who lives in Africa and is learning what it means to care about others and have others care about her and inspires everyone to make the world a kinder, gentler place.
K - 2nd
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I Know the River Loves Me / Yo sé que el río me ama

Written and Illustrated by Maya Gonzalez
Join Maya as she explores the river and discovers the special bond between people and nature in this bilingual English/Spanish story.
K - 3rd
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A Little Like Magic

Written and Illustrated by Sarah Kurpiel
A girl who is nervous about trying new things discovers wonder, beauty, and an unexpected surprise at an ice festival.
Pre-K - 3rd
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A Song for Gwendolyn Brooks (People Who Shaped Our World)

Written by Alice Faye Duncan and Illustrated by Xia Gordon
This biography celebrates Gwendolyn Brooks, a talented poet whose words captured everyday life and inspired generations of readers and writers.
K - 8th
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I Spark Like Lightning

Written by Jenna Elyse Johnson and Illustrated by Sue Teodoro
Jen shares what it’s like living with epilepsy and shows how support, understanding, and self-acceptance help her shine.
K - 5th
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The Runaway Pancake

Written by Storytime and Illustrated by Clarissa França
A cheeky pancake escapes from the frying pan and goes on the run!
Pre-K - 1st
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Team Small and Tall

Written by Chris James and Illustrated by Serena Lombardo
Being the smallest or the tallest kid in school has its advantages. Find out why!
Pre-K - 1st
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Superhero Supermarket

Written by Paul Bristow and Illustrated by Josh Cleland
The best supermarket in the world is open for business!
Pre-K - 1st
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Nala and the Nanny Goat

Written by Kathryn England and Illustrated by Viv Campbell
Milking a goat isn’t the easiest thing in the world – as Nala discovers!
Pre-K - 1st
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Lucky Hans

Written by Storytime and Illustrated by Roger Simo
The adventures of a humble farmboy who believes that he is very lucky indeed!
Pre-K - 1st
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Juneteenth (Celebrations & Festivals)

Written by Tonya Abari and Illustrated by Ashley Evans
Join Jeremiah and his family as they celebrate Juneteenth and learn about the history, traditions, and meaning of Freedom Day.
K - 2nd
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Max's Magic Socks

Written by Elizabeth Dale and Illustrated by Werllen Holanda
A charming story about Max and his magical socks that seem to help him learn to roller-skate… or do they?
Pre-K - 1st
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Journey to the Infinite Mountain

Written by Storytime and Illustrated by Gabriel San Martin
Four kids and their dog go in search of a legendary place.
Pre-K - 1st
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The World Game: Soccer Circles the Globe

Written by John Coy and Illustrated by Phùng Nguyên Quang
This book follows a soccer game that travels around the world, showing how kids everywhere play and love the game.
K - 4th
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Rocco Celebrates America's 250th Birthday at the White House!

Written by Rocco Smirne and Illustrated by John Hutton
Take a tour of the White House and learn how it connects America’s past, present, and important moments in history, especially in this 250th celebration year of the USA!
K - 4th

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