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It's the first week of middle school, and Ash (don't call her "Ashley") already has a class assignment: Make a family tree. But how can Ash make a family tree if she doesn't have a family? Ever since she was four years old, Ash has been in foster care, living with one so-called family after another. Now she's stuck with Gladys. And the only place Ash feels safe is in the branches of her favorite tree, drawing in her sketchbook, hidden from the view of Gladys's son Jordan.

Beatrix Butterfly wakes up on the wrong side of the watermelon bed, starting her day not at all as planned. Feeling behind schedule and overwhelmed by her mile-long to-do list, she sinks back into bed covered by her cozy zinnia-petal duvet. What’s the solution to Beatrix’s plight? Trusted friends to give her some help, of course! Ellis Squirrel encourages her to set aside her endless list and play it by ear. Lewis Ladybug, Salvador Slug, and Estela Earthworm inspire her to improvise and soar, all while finding unexpected joy and beauty in nature along the way.

Puberty, AKA the ultimate biological predator, is driving a wedge between soon-to-be 13 year old Ollie Thompson and their lifelong friends. Too much of a girl for their neighborhood hockey team, but not girly enough for their boy-crazed BFF, Ollie doesn’t know where they fit. And their usual ability to camouflage? Woefully disrupted.

Does your child struggle with winding down at bedtime? Do you wish you could turn storytime into a soothing, confidence-boosting experience? Make bedtime a breeze while helping your child with ADHD thrive! This heartwarming collection of bedtime stories is designed to celebrate your child’s unique mind, encourage self-confidence, and teach essential skills like focus, organization, emotional regulation, and success in school—all in a way that feels fun.

Um dia, ela acordou com a cabeleira malucona. Iria para a escola mesmo assim? Sim, ela iria para a escola principalmente assim. Por que não? Na escola, a atitude da menina causou grande repercussão e o resultado foi inusitado. Acompanhando com leveza esse dia nada normal da menina e de seu...

From #1 New York Times-bestselling Marissa Valdez comes a hilariously zany and uproariously fun story of an underwear-obsessed hedgehog — perfect for fans of Dragons Love Tacos and Something's Wrong! Hedgehogs Don't Wear Underwear features music and special effects. Listen along and enjoy the...

John-John and Caleb, friends since childhood, have come face-to-face with the struggles and triumphs of becoming young men. They're up against a world where many Black boys face complicated generational expectations and fears of the future. They summon their inner strength to push beyond family illness, mental health issues, parents, teachers, and society—to reach, succeed, and to live with dignity, purpose, and promise.

Look Both Ways meets Seedfolks in this masterful novel from two titans of kid lit that follows a diverse cast of young people whose lives intersect in surprising and hilarious ways over the course of a summer day. Here’s what’s so cool about the beach. Kids are everywhere! Kids you know...

Inspired by the runaway success of Scott Stuart's TikTok and Instagram series, Bedtime Stories for Hard Days will help soothe and repair as children prepare to start tomorrow afresh. With Stuart's characteristic warmth, friendliness and compassion, each story invites children to reflect on the day they've experienced before letting it go and relaxing into rest.

Donny is desperate to learn how to breathe fire, but he just doesn’t have the spark! While his friends are shooting flames everywhere, Donny can only breathe water. He wishes he was special like them, until the day he encounters a problem that only he can help with …

Read by the author. Anti-trafficking advocate and former Miss Universe and Miss South Africa Demi-Leigh Tebow encourages young readers to find their purpose and help others in need in her first children’s book about a princess who loses her crown, starring Demi’s real-life dog Paris the...

Selam’s mother mends clothes for a living, treasuring a bag of colorful buttons. Though they can’t afford new clothes, Selam discovers the magic of creativity and perseverance —using extra buttons to decorate old garments and craft tiny accessories to sell. As her beautiful designs attract attention, their humble stand becomes a symbol of hope and determination. A touching story about resilience, ingenuity, and the power of small acts, The Bag of Buttons teaches children about perseverance, creativity, and the importance of resourcefulness .

It's wash day—Tasha's least favorite day of the week! Wash day means stinging eyes, aching back, and water everywhere, even in Tasha's ears! But with big sis comforting her, Mama humming to the music, and Granny telling stories of wash days past, the weekly ritual soon becomes more than a weekend chore—it's a special bonding time for three generations of beautiful Black women.

Kirkus Best Book “An unforgettable adventure with a deeply endearing, slightly chaotic heroine.” —Kyle Lukoff, author of Newbery Honor book Too Bright to See “All the suspense and intrigue of a middle-school Da Vinci Code. Fast-paced fun and plenty of charm to boot.” —Christopher...

What if every child knew that the traits they might consider flaws or imperfections are their greatest gifts? What if they knew that what makes them “different” is actually their superpower? For that matter, what if every adult knew it, too? The Gift of Being Different is co-written by Monica and her 9 year old daughter Abigail. Inspired by Abigail's dyslexia diagnosis, this book explores the feelings that arise for children who do not learn in a typical manner and celebrates how those differences make them strong.

Shy Baller: A Basketball Story About Learning to Ask for What You Want takes us to Hoopville, where a young basketball player faces a challenge. Shy Baller loves the game, but struggles to make her presence known on the court. Her shyness keeps her from asking for the ball, even when she's in the perfect spot to score.

Meet Brick Baller; the top basketball player in Hoopville. Suddenly, he can't score—his shots just won't fall. What's going on? In Brick Baller, young listeners follow Brick as he faces a tough challenge; a sudden shooting slump. Coach Swish steps in with some wise advice; go back to the basics. Brick Baller starts practicing the fundamentals of basketball again. He shoots hundreds of shots a day; he won't stop until he gets his shot back. His hard work pays off; by the next game, Brick Baller is better than ever.

In this inspiring children’s adaptation of the New York Times bestseller The Hero Code: Lessons Learned from Lives Well Lived, Admiral William H. McRaven and daughter Kelly Marie McRaven show young readers what it means to be truly heroic. When the president of the United States tasks Skipper...

In Special Baller: A Basketball Story About Believing in Yourself, a young player named Special Baller has his sights set on the school basketball team. But he's not your typical athlete; he faces more challenges than most. His dream? To play despite having only one arm. As tryouts approach, the whispers start. Can he make it? With every dribble and every shot, Special Baller is about to answer that question loud and clear. Follow Special Baller’s journey from doubt to determination. See how he handles the whispers and stares at school and on the court.

Milo, a fluffy orange kitten with big emotions and an even bigger love for cake, is about to face his greatest challenge—learning patience! When Uncle Kitten starts baking a delicious honey-vanilla cake, Milo is ready to eat it NOW. But when he learns he has to wait, he tries everything to speed up the process, leading to hilarious and heartwarming moments.