Children's Fiction - NEW

Abuela's Library

Norman, Lissette,


Alfonso and Abuela love to spend Saturday afternoons finding books at the library and reading them together beneath their favorite oak tree. But when their beloved tree is cut down, can Alfonso transform the stump into something magical for their whole community--their very own neighborhood library?
Date Published:2024

Ben & Emma's Big Hit

Newsom, Gavin,


An empowering picture book about a young boy with dyslexia who discovers a new way to look at reading.
Date Published:2021

Boris and Baba

Berezowecki, Janet


One of Boris' favorite things is when Baba comes to visit. His grandmother is always ready with a hug, a smile... and a fun recipe they can make together! Today, Baba is here to make pyrohy, a traditional Ukrainian food. Boris can't wait to join her in the kitchen...but as excited as he is to spend time with Baba, Boris is worried. What if he can't make the pyrohy as well as he'd like to?
Date Published:2025

Cookiesaurus Rex

Dominy, Amy Fellner,


Not satsified with his green frosting and little hat, a cookie shaped like a dinosaur demands to be redecorated.
Date Published:2017

Doris

Cole, Lo,


Being a bright red elephant, Doris is very easy to spot. Can you see her? Exactly. But Doris dreams of losing herself in a colorful crowd. Come on a journey of discover as one little elephant comes to appreciate being herself.
Date Published:2024

A Duck in a Sock : Meg and Greg series /

Rae, Elspeth,


How to read the stories in this book -- A duck in a sock -- Swish, the pet fish -- At Chapman Ranch -- Get that sloth! -- About the Meg and Greg stories. Meg and Greg are hanging out for the summer doing what ten-year-olds do--helping an injured duckling, finding a lost pet fish, saving ranch animals from a wildfire and catching a wandering sloth! Jump inside to join Meg and Greg on their adventures.
Date Published:2020

How to read the stories in this book -- A duck in a sock -- Swish, the pet fish -- At Chapman Ranch -- Get that sloth! -- About the Meg and Greg stories. Meg and Greg are hanging out for the summer doing what ten-year-olds do--helping an injured duckling, finding a lost pet fish, saving ranch animals from a wildfire and catching a wandering sloth! Jump inside to join Meg and Greg on their adventures.

Date Published:2020

Frank and the Skunk : Meg and Greg series /

Rae, Elspeth,


How to read the stories in this book -- Frank and the skunk -- The King's long fangs -- The catch that went bad -- Fudge! -- Some oddities of English explained -- About the Meg and Greg stories. This partially illustrated workbook, meant to be read by an advanced reader with a beginner reader or struggling reader, combines stories and exercises that focus on phonics.
Date Published:2020

The Gardener

Stewart, Sarah,


A series of letters relating what happens when, after her father loses his job, Lydia Grace goes to live with her Uncle Jim in the city but takes her love for gardening with her.
Date Published:1997

Gather Round

Covell, David,


In this gorgeous picture book, a girl and her father build a campfire together to keep the cold at bay. But as they welcome passing travelers -- from musicians to animals -- they create a community, fostered by a crackling fire and its comforting warmth.
Date Published:2024

Gus the Mushroom Dragon : Dragon Hill series /

West, Tracey,


Gus the Mushroom Dragon uses his ability to connect with plants to rescue a new dragon friend and save a patch of flowers.
Date Published:2026

Hoot and Peep

Judge, Lita,


Hoot the owl is excited to teach his younger sister all of his wisdom--but much to his annoyance, Peep is more interested in capturing the magic of the world around her than in listening to his advice.
Date Published:2016

Hornbeam All In : three small stories about one large moose /

Rylant, Cynthia,


Hornbeam the moose goes on a picnic with his best friend Eureka, sleeps over his friend Cuddy's house, and learns how to swim with Adorabelle.
Date Published:2023

Hornbeam Gets it Done

Rylant, Cynthia,


Hornbeam the moose saves his blueberry bush from blowing away with the help of his best friend Eureka, goes grocery shopping with Cuddy, and enjoys game night with Erika, Cuddy, and Adorabelle.
Date Published:2024

Little Blue Truck and Racer Red

Schertle, Alice,


Little Blue Truck and good friend Toad are out for a drive when a flash of red whizzes by -- then whizzes back to stop and say hi. Sleek and low, Racer Red is made for speed and loves to go fast! When she challenges Blue to a race, Blue knows that win or lose, it's fun to try! Beep! Beep! Zooooom!
Date Published:2025

Lost and Found : Orris and Timble series /

DiCamillo, Kate,


Orris the rat and Timble the owl are unlikely friends. Each night, Timble visits Orris in the barn and listens to his stories. But Timble is growing up, and one evening when the owl doesn't appear as usual Orris wonders if Timble has forgotten him. Is their friendship over? Or could it be that Timble has a tale of his own to share?
Date Published:2025

Marina and the Treasure Chest

Bolin, Carrie,


Marina, a curious little octopus, explores the ocean floor and stumbles upon some treasure and just a little bit of trouble.
Date Published:2020

Meet the Boxcar Children : The Boxcar Children /

Warner, Gertrude Chandler,


Henry, Jessie, Violet, and Benny are orphans looking for a place to live. Could a boxcar in the woods be their new home?
Date Published:2025

Mr. Putter & Tabby Walk the Dog

Rylant, Cynthia,


Mr. Putter and Tabby live next door to Mrs. Teaberry and her dog, Zeke, and when Mr. Putter volunteers to temporarily take Zeke on daily walks, he and Tabby discover that keeping up with an energetic dog isn't their speed.
Date Published:2025

Mud Puddle

Munsch, Robert N.,


Whenever Jule Ann goes outside, a Mud Puddle jumps on her and gets her muddy all over. But she defeats it with cheerful ingenuity and two bars of smelly yellow soap. As in all Munsch stories, kids are the heroes!
Date Published:2022

The One and Only Ivan : It's Showtime! /

Hosten, Colin,


Meet Ivan the gorilla, Stella the elderly elephant, Bob the stray dog, Ruby the baby elephant, and more, discovering just what makes them so special.
Date Published:2020