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Paper Son: The Inspiring Story of Tyrus Wong

Written by Julie Leung and Illustrated by Chris Sasaki

Before he became the famous artist Tyrus Wong, he was a young boy named Wong Geng Yeo. He traveled...

Pre-K - 3rd
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Clara's Berries

Written by Driscoll's
Clara loves her berries and her belongings, but she slowly learns that sharing can make special moments even sweeter.
Pre-K - 3rd
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Tales of Insects

Written by Pleasant DeSpain and Illustrated by Don Bell
Insects have been part of our world since the very beginning. Sometimes they buzz in our ears or give us itchy bites, and sometimes they amaze us with their bright colors, clever tricks, and tiny superpowers. People everywhere have watched insects closely enough to imagine what their lives might be like, giving them stories, personalities, and even heroic moments.
3rd - 6th
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Stone Soup

Stone Soup

Written by Heather Forest and Illustrated by Susan Gaber
When two hungry travelers use a "magic" stone to start a soup, they inspire a stingy village to come together and contribute their own ingredients.
Pre-K - 1st
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Farm On Nippersink Creek

Farm On Nippersink Creek: Stories from a Midwestern Childhood

Written by Jim May
Discover a heartwarming collection of stories about growing up in the rural Midwest during the 1950s.
3rd - 10th
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Big Doc's Girl

Big Doc's Girl

Written by Mary Medearis
Big Doc's Girl is a classic coming-of-age story set in rural Arkansas, following a young woman named Mary as she balances her dreams of becoming a concert pianist with her family responsibilities.
3rd - 6th
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Peace Tales: World Folktales to Talk About

Written by Margaret Read MacDonald
Maybe it’s a king who spills a drop of honey and refuses to clean it up—until that tiny mess grows into a giant problem. Maybe it’s some sandpipers and whales who start a silly argument that nearly destroys the place they all call home. Or maybe it’s a man who thinks a weapon will make him powerful, or a troop of monkeys who follow their leader into water that’s far too deep.
K - 4th
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Listening for the Crack of Dawn (American Storytelling)

Written by Donald Davis
The hills and small towns of western North Carolina in the 1950s come to life in this collection of stories by master storyteller Donald Davis. He’s shared his tales everywhere—from the World’s Fair to the Smithsonian to the National Storytelling Festival—and now he invites readers into the adventures of his own childhood. His stories follow him from his earliest school days all the way to the moment he begins to understand the big changes happening in the world, including the loss of friends during the Vietnam War.
K - 5th
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Italian-American Folklore: Proverbs, Songs, Games, Folktales, Foodways, Superstitions, Folk Remedies, and More (American Folklore Series)

Written by Frances M. Malpezzi
Italian Americans make up one of the largest cultural groups in the United States. You may have seen Italian-American characters in books or movies, but those stories don’t always show the real lives of the people who came here from Italy and built new communities. This book shares traditions and tales collected directly from Italian-American families living in both big cities and small towns.
5th - 10th
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The Drum

The Drum: A Folktale from India

Written by Rob Cleveland and Illustrated by Tom Wrenn
Discover the magic of kindness in The Drum, a heartwarming Indian folktale about a poor boy who dreams of owning his own musical instrument. After his mother brings home a "magical" stick, the boy embarks on a journey where his selfless choices lead to unexpected rewards.
Pre-K - 3rd
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Conejito

Conejito: A Folktale from Panama

Written by Margaret Read MacDonald and Illustrated by Geraldo Valerio
Conejito: A Folktale from Panama is a lively children's picture book that follows a small but clever rabbit on his school holiday adventure to visit his Auntie Monica. Along the way, the brave Conejito must use his quick wit to escape hungry predators like Mr. Fox, Mr. Tiger, and Mr. Lion.
Pre-K - 3rd
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Joan of Arc

Written and Illustrated by Diane Stanley
Set during the exciting and dangerous time of the Hundred Years’ War, this story introduces a brave thirteen‑year‑old girl from a small French village. In just a few years, she would help lead her country to freedom from English rule and become a powerful symbol of France’s pride.
Pre-K - 3rd
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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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Catching Kindness

Written and Illustrated by Kara M. Mitchell
Can one small act of kindness change someone’s day? In this grocery store, it just might. Catching Kindness is a heartwarming picture book that shows how compassion can ripple through everyday moments.
K - 3rd
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Curious Me!® Families (Curious Me!® Board Books)

Written by Alison Behnke and Illustrated by Addy Rivera Sonda

A beautiful way to introduce babies and toddlers to the special love that families share.

Curious Me...

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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The Hanukkah Magic of Nate Gadol

Written by Arthur A. Levine and Illustrated by Kevin Hawkes

Nate Gadol is a great big spirit with eyes as shiny as golden coins and a smile that’s lantern...

Pre-K - 3rd
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Owl Babies

Written by Martin Waddell and Illustrated by Patrick Benson

The baby owls came out of their house,
and they sat on the tree and waited.
A big branch for Sarah, a...

Pre-K - 2nd
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These Are My Rocks: A story about collecting

Written and Illustrated by Bethan Woollvin

Join the narrator, as they proudly introduce the reader to their prized collection, featuring BIG...

Pre-K - 2nd
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Pete the Cat Goes Camping (I Can Read Level 1)

Written by Kimberly and James Dean and Illustrated by James Dean
In Pete the Cat Goes Camping, Pete can't wait to go hiking, fishing, and eat s'mores by the campfire. But when he hears about the mysterious creature named Bigfoot, Pete can't help but wonder: Is Bigfoot real?
Pre-K - 3rd
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Big and Small

Written by Barefoot Books and Illustrated by Britta Teckentrup

Inspire an early love for the outdoors! A lion is big, and a cat is small. A tree is big, and an...

Infant and Toddler - K
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She Persisted: 13 American Women who Changed the World

Written by Chelsea Clinton and Illustrated by Alexandra Boiger

Throughout United States history, there have always been women who have spoken out for what's right...

Pre-K - 3rd
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My Mom

Written by Susan Quinn and Illustrated by Sarah Mathew

My Mom says that when I arrived
I was like a star
drifting
down
from the sky
and into her life.

The story...

Pre-K - 2nd
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When the Schools Shut Down

Written by Yolanda Gladden and Dr. Tamara Pizzoli and Illustrated by Keisha Morris

Most people think that the Brown vs. Board of Education decision of 1954 meant that schools were...

Pre-K - 3rd

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