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Baylee absolutely loves her big curly poofs and never once thought they looked like “crunchy popcorn balls” as her schoolmates suggested. After the first day of school, to her mom’s surprise, Baylee wants to change her hair. That is until she sees something on TV that makes her love her curls like never before!

My name’s Cameron Wolfe. I have a little bit of sense. I don’t have much sense. My older brother Ruben gets me into plenty of trouble. I get Rube into as much trouble as he gets me into. I have a family, yes, that doesn’t really function without tomato sauce. That’s me. Cameron and Ruben...

Norbert ist heute richtig genervt: Er kommt wieder nicht an die oberen Regale, ist zu klein zum Türenöffnen und steht beim Keksbacken mit Pummelomi ohnehin nur im Weg. Mit einer „Wachse-groß-Zauberlimo" von Pummelfee wird er endlich das, was er schon immer sein wollte: groß!

Lil’ Okorie lives in a noisy city where sirens blare, people rush, and feelings often get lost in the chaos. But Okorie doesn’t mind—because he has music. And not just any music… his cello is magic. When Okorie plays, clouds disappear, hearts feel lighter, and even the grumpiest people crack a smile. From playgrounds to hospitals to neighborhood corners, his music carries hope where it’s needed most. Along the way, Okorie learns that what makes him different is exactly what makes him powerful.

Set in Juniper five years before A Kind of Spark comes a powerful coming-of-age story from award-winning author Elle McNicoll. As Keedie and her twin Nina approach their fourteenth birthday, they seem to only be growing further apart. Keedie instead feels drawn to, and fiercely protective of...

Laurie Morrison’s Keeping Pace is a poignant middle-grade novel about friends-turned-rivals training for a half-marathon—and rethinking what it means to win and what they mean to each other. Grace has been working for years to beat her former friend Jonah Perkins’s GPA so she can be named...

Every big dream begins with a tiny spark—and this heartwarming children’s book shows young listeners just how far that spark can take them. Dare To Dream is an inspiring, beautifully told story that encourages children to believe in themselves, chase their goals, and keep going even when the path gets tough.

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Ajay is scared of everything – spiders, heights, the dark – you name it, Ajay is scared of it! So when his two best friends persuade him to sign up for the year seven trip to Merrywood Activity Centre, he knows he's about to be pushed WAY out of his comfort zone. Faced with the killer combination of outdoor pursuits, homesickness and getting teased by the popular and competitive Ollie, Ajay feels like a total failure.

A clever, funny mystery from author Laurie Morrison, about soccer teammates trying to solve the disappearance of their beloved team captain—and facing a few secrets of their own. Why did Ella leave? Eighth Graders Sadie and Pug don’t have anything in common except for their love of soccer...

Breakbeat poet Idris Goodwin and award-winning illustrator Kaylani Juanita collaborate on a whimsical, upbeat picture book about confidence and imagination that encourages kids to embrace their inner voice—however it comes out! Perfect for fans of Stacey Speaks Up, Jabari Jumps, and I Talk...

Mama says her little boy is a songbird with a voice bigger than his whole body. But at school, his classmates make fun of the way he walks and the way he talks—which makes him feel like a songbird too shy to sing. With the encouragement of his choir teacher, he embraces his talent, realizing...

Step into the Dream Kingdom, where Luna, a brave little girl with a magical silver necklace, embarks on nightly adventures that teach kindness, courage, and confidence. Each story gently soothes young minds while turning bedtime into a time of joy, peace, and connection. Perfect for parents seeking calmer evenings and children who love imagination and wonder, these 12 gentle adventures create bedtime memories your family will treasure for years.

Step into Bloomwood Forest, where the trees whisper and the wild things wait. Meet Lily, a brave and curious girl of ten, who loves the soft hush of leaves and the bright songs of the birds. She walks at the edge of the forest, eager to know everything it might tell her.

A stand-alone companion to two-time Newbery Honor author and national bestseller Kevin Henkes’s award-winning and acclaimed novel The Year of Billy Miller. Poppy stars Billy and Sal’s youngest sister as she faces a perfectly imperfect Thanksgiving with her family. For fans of Ramona, The...

Penny has a big wish and a little piggy bank. Can saving small coins really make a dream come true? In Saving for a Wish, part of The Money Magic Series, ten-year-old Penny discovers the magic of saving when her piggy bank, Piggy, suddenly comes to life. Together, they learn how small daily habits can grow into something big — and that dreams are built one shiny coin at a time. Through cheerful storytelling and charming illustrations, this book teaches children about money, patience, and the joy of working toward goals.

After learning to stand tall in Joombie Chuckie Stands Up, our brave little Moko Jumbie takes his next big step—literally! In Joombie Chuckie Walks, Chuckie learns to balance, move, and explore the colorful world around him on his stilts. From walking inside the house to striding through the yard, by the fence, at the beach, and even under a rainbow, each part celebrates courage, confidence, and Caribbean pride.

When Marty gives in to peer pressure, he picks on Toby and takes his glasses. But the tables turn when Marty becomes the target of bullying. Will Bentley and the others turn their backs—or show Marty the true meaning of kindness?

The tenth book in the New York Times bestselling Emmie & Friends series, told from the alternating POVs of mean-girl Celia and gossipy Grace, delivers a new dose of friendship drama. Summer break. Second chances. MIDDLE SCHOOL. Celia is bored. It’s the summer before eighth grade and hanging...

Frélo, un lynx au cœur tendre, est né avec une tache orange sur le dos. À l'école, il doit faire face aux moqueries de Finfinaud, un camarade qui ne manque pas de lui rappeler sa différence. Comment Frélo réagira-t-il à cette épreuve? Pourra-t-il accepter ce qui le rend unique?

Die Geschichte, die ich dir erzählen möchte, handelt von einer kleinen Eule. Und weißt du, was diese Eule am liebsten macht? Singen! Es gibt nur ein Problem – die anderen Tiere können das gar nicht verstehen und fühlen sich nachts in ihrer Ruhe gestört. Das macht die kleine Eule sehr traurig. Ist sie wirklich so anders? Doch dann lernt sie jemanden kennen und schöpft neuen Mut. Eine Mutmachgeschichte mit ganz viel Herz für Jung und Alt mit der wertvollen Botschaft: GLAUBE AN DICH!

They say Ann was fearless, always on the go, whether running, or talking, she refused to go slow…

A tiny penguin. A lost snow hare. A snowy adventure about how small hearts can do big things. Pimkin may be pocket sized, but his courage is enormous. When he wanders into a shimmering ice cave and discovers a lost baby snow hare, Pimkin decides that even a tiny penguin can be a very big helper. Together they slide across glittering ice, follow soft paw prints through the snow, and search for the warm burrow that the little hare calls home. Along the way, Pimkin learns that you do not have to be big on the outside to make a big difference on the inside.

What if your summer adventures could take you from the sun-soaked shores of Greece to the quiet barns of Wisconsin, all while uncovering the secrets of a mysterious black cloak? In this latest volume of the Wise Marie Collection, Natasha Brune blends childhood memories, fantasy, and the bittersweet lessons of growing up. Listeners will meet Elentra—a girl caught between two worlds, facing challenges of loss, friendship, and identity, while discovering that even in darkness, courage and hope can shine.

When nervous rookie Leo joins Team Velocity, every lap feels like a leap into the unknown. His helmet wobbles, his knees shake, and his dreams of keeping up with confident racers Max and Mia seem out of reach. But with a little courage, a lot of practice, and the help of his coach’s wisdom — “Confidence begins with trying” — Leo learns that real victory isn’t about finishing first… it’s about believing in yourself.

Actor and author Taye Diggs has returned with his newest picture book that follows a young prince who searches for a crown that fits and celebrates his hair. What’s a prince to do with a do that just won’t do?! Prince Bedhead has always had a tough time controlling his hair. He’s tried...

Have you ever felt ordinary? Little Olive knows the feeling all too well—always picked last for games, overlooked at parties, and never a valentine left on her desk. But everything changes the night of the big daddy-daughter dance, when a dancing gorilla picks her from the crowd! Suddenly, Olive feels seen. Special. Extraordinary. And as the music twirls and laughter fills the room, Olive discovers that one small, unexpected act of kindness can make a big difference.

Cody Lee Carson leaves his old self behind as he starts at a new school for his fifth-grade year. The new Cody is a brilliant author who keeps a journal to record this stunning transformation, but changing is not easy. Has Cody really left his old self behind?

Trendsetter is a horse destined to fly—in more ways than one. Sarah is a horse-loving seventh grader who has a secret and a fear of losing the one thing she loves most in the world. Separated by an ocean, a horse and a girl’s parallel struggles to be their best include lots of luck and grit, some stubbornness, and a few failures. It is only when they find each other that the two kindred spirits find themselves. Together they learn that what’s important in life isn’t greatness—it’s being great at being you. 

From the New York Times and USA Today bestselling How to Catch series comes an all-new story about life's greatest adventure: catching your dream! This time, there are no traps to build or maps to follow, but only milestones to achieve! Everything you need to catch your biggest dream is already in you! A celebration of resilience, bravery, persistence, and true belief in yourself, How to Catch a Dream is perfect for fans of Oh, the Places You'll Go and Happy Dreamer, and a reminder that catching your dream is always within reach!

The game is on in this fun-filled middle grade debut about chess, girl power, and performance anxiety in sports, perfect for fans of Kelly Yang and Celia C. Pérez! The clock is ticking for May Li, whose middle-school chess team just earned a victory at the state championship—and with it, a...

Whenever Tractor bursts a tyre, Rusty is always on-hand to fix it. But when Tractor's tyre bursts in the creepiest part of the Scrapheap, he's faced with fixing his tyre all by himself. At Maths Circle, our core purpose is to make children feel confident with maths. Tractor and the Tyre highlights the importance of independent learning. When children master a skill or concept without help, it can be incredibly confidence-boosting and empowering, showing them the remarkable strength of their own abilities.

Penguin longs to be as close to the stars as possible, so he decides to make the long journey up the Scrapheap Mountain. Will he make it to the top? At Maths Circle, our core purpose is to make children feel confident with maths. In Penguin and the Mountain, Penguin perseveres through a long and difficult journey to achieve his goal. This story encourages children to approach problems and obstacles with a proactive mindset and that when setting long-term objectives, it is easier to break them down into manageable steps, and work towards them over time.

Just because you are different, that doesn’t mean you can’t succeed and share your gifts and passion with the world! That is the timely and important message of You Are Brave. This book helps listeners learn their own self-worth and encourages kids to overcome obstacles by sticking up for themselves and others, trying new things, and showing the world how brave they are!

A stand-alone companion to two-time Newbery Honor author Kevin Henkes’s award-winning and acclaimed The Year of Billy Miller. With themes of family, friendship, and resilience, this very funny school story focuses on Billy’s little sister, Sal, and her first day of school. For fans of Ramona...

A lighthearted story of a little girl who had a brilliant idea to improve her ballet dancing by asking a magician for help. His magic slippers worked perfectly, but when the magic came to an unexpected end, she was left devastated and unsure of herself. Not knowing what to do, she runs back to the magic shop for more magic, now it’s up to Mr. Maples to show her what true magic really is.

Eva has always wanted to be a journalist, so when she and her friends go whippet racing and find some underhand competitive cheating, she might just have found her next story. Can she get to the bottom of it, with a little help from a furry friend?

Eva has always wanted to be a journalist, so when she finds a stray dog outside her home, she might just have found her first case. Can she, along with her best friends at the Newshound newspaper, Simone and Ash, find Wafer’s real owner? As the trail leads from one dead end to another, Eva realises that she might not want to get to the bottom of the mystery after all – because won’t that just mean she just has to give Wafer back?

When a terrible storm damages the Happy Tails Rescue Centre, Eva and her friends know they need to help. They decide to put on a show to raise money for a new roof – and not just any show. A dog show, of course, with the help of Eva’s adorable whippet, Wafer! Everyone at school is keen to pitch in too, but with so many eager pairs of hands (and paws), soon there’s squabbling. Can the Dog Squad help everyone learn to work as a team, turn storm clouds to sunshine – and save the Rescue Centre in time?

New York Times bestselling author, entrepreneur, and internet personality Gary Vaynerchuk gives kids a jump-start on getting ahead in Meet Me in the Middle, an all-original book featuring his beloved VeeFriends characters! Meet Me in the Middle encourages young readers to see how different the...

In Pura Belpré Honor–winning author Adrianna Cuevas's new spooky middle grade novel. Frani must fight to stop the undead from rising in her father’s body-farm laboratory—that is, if she can embrace the true nature of her brain and its ADHD. No one has ever called Frani Gonzalez squeamish...

Dive into the enchanting world of "Whiskers, Wings, and Whimsical Things" by Emmanuel Simms, a delightful exploration of self-care through the eyes of the animal kingdom. This children's book brings to life a series of heartwarming stories, each featuring an animal engaging in activities that promote wellness, joy, and balance.

“[A] quiet, deeply moving story.” —The Bulletin Twelve-year-old Micay walks around her fifteenth-century Incan village shielding the scarred side of her face that inspired the cruel name Millay, or “Ugly One.” She escapes to her huaca rock, avoiding the villagers who shun her. Her...