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Ancient and Epic Tales

Ancient and Epic Tales: From Around the World

Written by Heather Forest
Using artful prose and dramatic dialogue, Heather Forest transforms complex oral traditions into accessible narratives that explore the human condition and the timeless journey of self-discovery.
3rd - 5th
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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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Feisty Cinderella: A Folktale from France

Written by Margaret Read MacDonald, Jennifer MacDonald Whitman, & Nathaniel Forrest Whitman and Illustrated by Diane Greenseid

A take-charge Cinderella from an old folktale...a folktale from the French countryside. Little Flea...

Pre-K - 5th
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The Caboose Who Got Loose

Written and Illustrated by Bill Peet
RIF's 60th Anniversary Highlighted Book for 1971. Katy Caboose dreams of escaping her noisy train life for the peace of the countryside — a whimsical tale of independence and discovery.
Infant and Toddler - Pre-K
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Ray

Written and Illustrated by Marianna Coppo

A humorous picture book about the adventures of a light bulb who embarks on an enlightening journey...

Pre-K - 2nd
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Becoming Boba

Written by Joanna Ho and Illustrated by Amber Ren

Milk Tea Town was steeped in tradition. That is, until... Mindy came along.

Mindy isn't like the...

Pre-K - 3rd
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Unplugged

Written by Gordon Korman
As the son of the world’s most famous tech billionaire, spoiled Jett Baranov has always gotten what he wanted. So when his father’s private jet drops him in the middle of the Arkansas wilderness, at a place called the Oasis, Jett can’t believe it. He’s forced to hand over his cell phone, eat grainy veggie patties, and participate in wholesome activities with the other kids, who he has absolutely no interest in hanging out with.
4th - 8th
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A Pup Named Bunch

Written by Mack Desean Brown and Illustrated by Robby Firmansyah

Join Bunch, a spirited dog with curly brown fur and boundless curiosity, on his quest for friendship...

Pre-K - 3rd
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Restart

Written by Gordon Korman

Chase's memory just went out the window. Chase doesn't remember falling off the roof. He doesn't...

3rd - 7th
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Pinned

Written by Sharon G. Flake

Autumn and Adonis have nothing in common and everything in common. Autumn is outgoing and has lots...

9th - 12th
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Untwine

Written by Edwidge Danticat

Giselle Boyer and her identical twin, Isabelle, are as close as sisters can be, even as their family...

7th - 9th
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Molly Find Your Voice

Written by Shari Harpaz

This story is about a young girl overcoming her fear of trying something new and finding the courage...

1st - 5th
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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
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Molly's Great Discovery

Written by Krista Weltner

Molly gets diagnosed with dyslexia and learns it's okay to ask for help when she needs it.

Molly has...

Pre-K - 3rd
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Rylee The Young Rocketeer: A Kids Book About Imagination and Following Your Dreams (Young Rylee Series)

Written by JoAnn M. Dickinson and Illustrated by Daria Shamolina
As Rylee assembles her rocket with components and unravels the mysteries of outer space, your child will be immersed in a world of imagination and discovery.
Pre-K - 1st
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Ellen Takes Flight: The Life of Astronaut Ellen Ochoa

Written by Doreen Rappaport and Illustrated by Oliver Dominguez

Celebrate the groundbreaking life of astronaut and Johnson Space Center director Ellen Ochoa, the...

Pre-K - 3rd
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Noticing

Written by Kobi Yamada and Illustrated by Elise Hurst

This beautiful tale encourages readers of all ages to slow down and look at the world with their...

Pre-K - 3rd
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The Mummy's Curse: Discovering King Tut's Tomb (Paranormal Mysteries)

Written by Blake Hoena and Illustrated by Tate Yotter

The revelation of King Tutankhamuns tomb brought fame and glory to its discoverers. But as unlucky...

3rd - 8th
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Lewis and Clark Map the American West (Extraordinary Explorers)

Written by Nel Yomtov

This dynamic duo traveled farther than 8,000 miles for more than two years to map the American West...

3rd - 7th
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The Camping Trip

Written and Illustrated by Jennifer K. Mann
Will Ernestine be able to enjoy the wilderness, or will it prove to be a bit too far out of her comfort zone?
Pre-K - 2nd
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The Museum of Me

Written by Emma Lewis

The Museum of Me follows a little girl on a journey of discovery to find out what museums are and...

Pre-K - 5th
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A Squiggly Story

Written by Andrew Larsen and Illustrated by Mike Lowery

A young boy wants to write a story, just like his big sister. But there's a problem, he tells her...

Pre-K - 2nd
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Are Trees Alive?

Written by Debbie S. Miller and Illustrated by Stacey Schuett

"Are trees alive? How do they breathe? They don't have noses."

And so begins a conversation between...

Pre-K - 3rd
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Discovery of Dragons

Written by Lindsay Galvin

It's 1835. Cabin boy Simon Covington is on the voyage of a lifetime to the Galapagos Islands with...

3rd - 7th

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