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Ivan is an easygoing gorilla who has spent his life performing for the crowds at the Exit 8 shopping mall. He rarely misses life in the jungle. In fact, he hardly thinks about it at all. But everything changes when a baby elephant called Ruby arrives and Ivan realises he must find a new life for them both.

Eleven-year-old Juniper Berry lives in a cabin with her family deep in the wild woods. Living off the grid is usually exciting, like the time she chased off three growling raccoons with a tree branch and some acorns, or when she thought she glimpsed the legendary Bigfoot. But her happy life in the wild ends abruptly when her younger brother gets sick, and the family moves to the city to be closer to the hospital. Juniper and her older sister are sent to live with cousins they hardly know and attend a public school for the first time, which is harder to navigate than the wild woods ever were.

The Magic In Metaphor is a remarkable journey through the power of storytelling, crafted to touch the hearts and minds of young listeners. This collection of 25 tales, each a metaphor for life's various challenges, is designed to foster emotional growth, resilience, and understanding in children.

Melody finally gets to fly on an airplane, and even the airline’s somewhat clumsy handling of her wheelchair can’t dampen her excitement to be in London. There, Melody meets kids from all over the world who are rallying for greater accessibility and more thoughtful planning on how to make the world more equal for every kid, no matter the unusual challenges they face. As Melody’s time to speak approaches, she hopes she can find a way to make every word count and make an impact.

When little Nick starts to miss everything that happens around him, his dad teaches him to deal with worries in a fun and playful way. By using kids' breathing techniques and other helpful tips, Nick learns to control his big feelings and becomes mindful.

Jeff has an anger problem. He doesn't know how to control his temper. One day, when his anger has almost gotten out of hand, he meets Logan, one of the captains of his school's wrestling team. Logan thinks Jeff would be a great wrestler. But can Jeff control his anger long enough to win a match?

Sometimes our feelings are so big, our dreams and our worries so wide, that we can’t find the words to express them. How MUCH love we feel; what a new sibling will bring; exactly what it’s like to take a hard tumble, or to want the sun to shine on a rainy day. These thoughts and questions are explored by Hans and Monique Hagen in poems pitched perfectly to the children who wonder.

The captivating and heart-pounding sequel to the New York Times best-selling and number-one Kids' Indie Next Pick Nevermoor: The Trials of Morrigan Crow, as heroine Morrigan battles a new evil. Morrigan Crow and her best friend Hawthorne Swift are now proud scholars in the elite Wundrous Society, but life is far from perfect. Does Morrigan have what it takes to prove that she belongs in the Society? Nevermoor: The Trials of Morrigan Crow was an instant New York Times best seller and an IndieBound best seller.

Alvin Ho is back and his worst fear has come true: he has to go camping. What will he do exposed in the wilderness with bears and darkness and...pit toilets? Luckily, he's got his night-vision goggles and water purifying tablets and super-duper heavy-duty flashlight to keep him safe. And he's got his dad, too.

The imaginitive son turns himself into a meat-eating dionsaur, a swamp creature, and much more before being satisfied with the fact that no matter how stinky or slimy of a creature he coule be, he is loved and nothing will change that.

Runaway Bunny, The Story of Babar: The Little Elephant, and Goodnight Moon are national treasures and many of us remember them from our childhoods. Catherine Zeta-Jones narrates The Runaway Bunny in a new piano-trio version composed by GPR Records artistic director and four-time Emmy Award Winner, Glen Roven. This piece premiered at Carnegie Hall with the American Symphony. Runaway Bunny was written in 1942 and has been published continuously since that time - it's a wonderful timeless story of free thinking and creativity.

In this second Stinky Face title, Mama assures her son that nothing can keep her from coming home to him.

Told through creative language play, and with depth and whimsy, this story reminds children of their own agency and the power they have to direct their own path. An enduring message of strength and perseverance that is both universal and personal, and one that audiences will be drawn to over and over again.

『이 세상에 태어나길 참 잘했다』는 경제 위기로 가정이 해체되어 가는 우리 사회에 가족의 소중함과 사랑을 주제로, 이 사회의 기둥이 될 어린이들을 위한 특별한 성장동화입니다. 태어나자마자 어머니가 돌아가시고, 아버지마저 떠난 후에 이모와 외할머니 품에서 자라게 되는 초등 5학년 '김복동'이 주인공입니다. 복동이가 미국에서 새로운 가정을 일구고 있는 아버지를 만나게 되면서, 서로의 존재와 가정이 무엇인가를 생각하게 합니다. 새로운 가족(필리핀계 어머니와 이복 동생들)을 만나면서 처음에는 서로의 존재를 이해하는 것이 쉽지 않습니다. 하지만 그들은 차츰 서로의 존재를 받아들이며, 이 세상의 생명에는 다 뜻이 있으며, 어느 것 하나 하잘 것 없는 것이 없고, 생명을 잉태해 준 가족의 소중함을 깨닫게 됩니다.

Lucy Usathorn of Fort Worth, Texas is super excited for her class trip to the Natural History Museum, where her dad works. Sure, Ms. Brock, the strict school librarian who happens to be dating Lucy's dad (awkward) is chaperoning, but it'll still be the best day ever, right? Wrong! Lucy has to watch in shock and humiliation as her dad proposes to Ms. Brock. Lucy is distraught. If only she could do this whole day over from scratch . . .

Alle können was, aber was kann Lars? Der Vierjährige verkriecht sich im Kindergarten hinter einem Buch. Kann Lars BUTNOT etwa wirklich schon lesen, wie er standhaft behauptet? ABER NEIN! BUT NOT!

Doch der phantasievolle Junge entdeckt schnell, was alles in ihm steckt: ein wahrer Schatz... Die Geschichten um den empfindsamen Lars BUTNOT bestärken Kinder in ihrem Selbstbewusstsein und Selbstwertgefühl jenseits von vermeintlicher Coolness. Behutsam regen sie dazu an, mit Neugierde dem Flüstern der eigenen Bedürfnisse zu lauschen.

When they have to part from a loved one, they might cry, or hide in their bedrooms, or even write "DON'T GO!" on the wall. But with a little courage, they can face their fears. They can tell grown-ups how they're feeling and know that time apart can still be filled with love.

Sam & Sue: See It Differently is a heartwarming reminder that big feelings, little misunderstandings, and different perspectives are all part of growing up. Perfect for curious kids and thoughtful families, this turns everyday moments into teachable, lovable life lessons.

Lanae doesn't speak with words, but she expresses herself through smiles, gestures, and love. This gentle story celebrates neurodiversity and helps children and adults understand that communication comes in many beautiful forms.

Angel Spider is no ordinary spider—she has bright wings, a glowing halo, and a heart full of kindness. When she meets a shy little caterpillar hiding behind a leaf, she gently encourages him to come out of his shell and discover the magic of being himself.