Fiction

Wanda's classmates make fun of her Polish name and her one faded dress. She tells them that she owns 100 dresses, and enters drawings of them in the school's art contest before she moves away. Only after she is gone do the students discover her...

When a bat named Stellaluna falls into a bird's nest, she is adopted by the birds and adapts to their habits. Eventually, she is reunited with her mother and realizes that the differences between birds and bats are insignificant. The book includes two...

When a bat named Stellaluna falls into a bird's nest, she is adopted by the birds and adapts to their habits. Eventually, she is reunited with her mother and realizes that the differences between birds and bats are insignificant. The book includes two...

Deep in the Amazon jungle, a man begins to cut down a big kapok tree. He falls asleep, and the animals that make their home in the tree surround him and persuade him to stop cutting it down. The exotic colors of the jungle and its inhabitants are...

This delightful volume introduces young readers to the magic of poetry through the works of three great poets. With masterful verse and whimsical illustrations, this collection is truly one to be treasured.

One day, while playing soccer in the park, a group of children meets a boy who is their age, but seems different. They later discover that Alejandro is developmentally delayed. As they get to know him better, the kids are determined to make Alejandro...

The gardener's son lives a life marked by sadness. But things begin to change when he learns that he will soon have a baby brother. As he anticipates the arrival of the new baby, the boy becomes more optimistic and realizes that he must become more...

This well-known folk song tells the story of a young nobleman who is called off to war on his wedding night, never to return.

After arguing over who is bravest, a frog and a hound realize that they must learn to cooperate in order to face the ferocious lion with courage.

This story of courage and self-reliance takes place in a barrio in Caracas. The children have no place to play, and ask City Hall to build them a playground in an empty lot. Tired of broken promises and long delays, the children and parents pool their...

This enchanting book tells the story of a little boy who believes in Santa Claus, although his friends say that he does not exist. Because of his faith, he is taken on a magical journey to the North Pole aboard the Polar Express, where he is given a very...

A frog goes to the marketplace to buy groceries. Distracted by all the commotion, he forgets to buy what he needs!

Each year on the Night of the Dancing Stars, the Elfix give gifts to all the inhabitants of the galaxy. With the holiday fast approaching, the Spacemice discover that the Elfix have disappeared. Will Geronimo and his crew find them in time?

This beloved song is brought to life with Paula Ortiz's adorable illustrations. The score and lyrics are presented at the end.

On Backwards Day, Judy manages to stay in a good mood. Can she keep it up all week? Her friends have their doubts. Who is this impostor and what has it done with their cranky pal?

When Stink learns that Pluto has flunked out of the Milky Way for being too shrimpy, he feels like he might just explode with a Big Bang. He has no choice but to take a stand for the sake of little planets (and little people) everywhere. Will he be...

When Judy Moody learns in science class that the rain forest is in danger and many animals face extinction she embarks on an ecological campaign. Readers will delight in her desire to save the world.

To be accepted by her classmates, Franny wants to get them interested in mad science. To achieve this goal, she will build a robot and create a formula to make herself invisible.

Franny never thought her most embarrassing secret would be revealed in front of the whole school. Now everyone knows her horrible middle name! She must fix this situation and decides that traveling back in time would be the perfect solution. Things do...

Franny's mom says every mad scientist needs an assistant. On Valentine's Day, Franny gets one...with four paws! What will she do with that? To make matters worse, a 50-foot Cupid is on the loose. Can she save the day?

Franny is an unusual girl. Besides being a mad scientist, she loves dolls full of snot and having bats for pets. Since she is not accepted at her new school for being different, she decides to do an experiment to make her like everyone else. She soon...

We all know the story of Little Red Riding Hood, but what about Little Green Riding Hood, Little Yellow Riding Hood, Little Blue Riding Hood, or Little White Riding Hood? This original and well-illustrated book tells the story of each.

When Tomás--the son of migrant workers--discovers the local library, he is able to share new stories with his family. Inspired by the real-life story of Tomás Rivera, who became president of the University of California at Riverside, this tale portrays...

The story of Miss Rumphius has delighted children for decades with its tale of the Lupine Lady, who vowed as a young girl to make the world more beautiful. This sparkling edition, featuring vibrant landscapes, will continue to enchant readers with the...

Princess Magnolia is having hot chocolate and scones with Duchess Wigtower when the monster alarm sounds! A big blue monster is threatening the goats! Stopping monsters is no job for dainty Princess Magnolia, but luckily she is also the Princess in...

Vlad is a member of the Impaler family, the bravest vampires that ever lived. Vlad, however, is afraid of the dark and he does not like blood. His parents are worried about his terrible grades and they threaten to send him to the Black Tower. Vlad,...

Blancaflor's ogre of a father always tells her not to show off her powers or she will scare away all potential suitors. When a prince falls from the sky, she is instantly smitten and will do anything to secretly save him.

When Stink's parents win tickets for a sleepover at the aquarium, will it be a dream come true for the science-loving boy or his worst nightmare?

The iris are small, nocturnal animals that live outside of mountainous villages. Their luminescence varies depending on the phases of the moon. If you befriend them and learn their language, you will get to enjoy their wonderful storytelling.

It's been an unbearably hot summer and the Hotel Flamingo is brimming with activity. The Penguin Monarchs have decided to stay there! It's been a while since they have had such illustrious guests. Taking care of them during a heat wave will not be an...

Anna is the new owner of the Hotel Flamingo. She wants to restore its grandeur and make any animal, large or small, feel completely welcome.

There are so many good reasons to read, and this one-of-a kind book presents 101 of them, supplied by children, in a lighthearted way. The illustrations add a touch of humor to the book's simple, yet profound message. It is a perfect title for...

A blind boy named Lucas dreams of going to the ocean. His heightened senses of hearing and taste will help him experience and visualize it. A group of friends works together to make Lucas’s wish come true.

In this funny, poignant graphic novel memoir, Cece Bell chronicles her hearing loss at a young age and her subsequent experiences with the Phonic Ear, a very powerful--and very awkward--hearing aid. The Phonic Ear gives Cece the ability to hear, but...

Alicia is lulled to sleep by the song of the coqui frogs. When a powerful hurricane approaches Puerto Rico, her family evacuates to a shelter. There, Alicia hears many things, but not her beloved frogs. After the storm passes, her family returns home...

When Stink goes to the Everybody Stinks exhibit at the science museum, he discovers that his nose has amazing sniffing abilities. Before long, he's engrossed in toilet water, corpse flowers, and all things smelly, and he and Sophie of the Elves are set...

Chester, a cricket from a small town in Connecticut, arrives in New York City's famous Times Square. There he meets Mario Bellini, whose parents run a newsstand; Tucker, a flippant Broadway mouse; and Harry, a cunning cat. During his summer in the Big...

Can a hungry crow become friends with a juicy worm? This amusing graphic novel shows that differences can be overcome, especially if there is food involved!

It's so much fun flying to school! Ava, Jack, Grun, and Faf are excited for classes to begin, but there are so many rules to follow. Will the naughty dragons be able to behave themselves?

Ava and Jack are thrilled when their parents bring home a pair of dragons, but Grun and Faf have a knack for getting into trouble. Life will never be the same again.