Children

Master storyteller David Almond’s whimsical story about freedom, imagination, and daring all but soars off the page, paired with exquisite paintings by Laura Carlin.“Go on. Be happy. Off you fly!”A charming tale from a beloved storyteller and award-winning illustrator urges readers of all ages...

Master storyteller David Almond presents a beautiful collection of short fiction, interwoven with pieces that illuminate the inspiration behind the stories.May Malone is said to have a monster in her house, but what Norman finds there may just be the angel he needs. Joe...

The imagination of three children takes on unexpected life in a creation tale from the dream team of David Almond and Dave McKean.The gods have created a world that is safe and calm and rather wonderful. They have built mountains, forests, and seas and...

A success story for anyone who knows the highs--and lows--of learning to do something for the first time. Max will fly away with your heart!As the son of legendary superheroes Captain Lightning and Madam Thunderbolt, Max too is destined to one day join their...

In this hilarious yet touching story from the masterful David Almond, life takes a surprising turn after a bus driver finds a tiny boy angel in his pocket.Do you believe in angels? Bert and Betty Brown do, because Bert discovered one in his shirt...

A timely, inspiring, and uplifting story about hope and the power of creative expression from one of the world's most treasured storytellersAfter a long, cold winter, doors finally open, and children spill out like candies from a box.Amanda is the last one out of...

Author Dave Eggers and artist Júlia Sardà spin a quirky historical event into a whimsical and tall-ish true tale of American ingenuity.Make way for history as only Dave Eggers could stage it. It all started when John “Minnie” Moore built a mine in Idaho...

P.J. Lynch brings his rich and atmospheric art to the well-loved 19th century poem by Clement Clarke Moore that captures the magic and wonder of Christmas Eve. Told through the eyes of a father awakened by the sound of St. Nicholas arriving with his...

From Christina Soontornvat, the visionary and versatile author of three Newbery Honor Books, comes a high-seas adventure set in a Thai-inspired fantasy world. In a fantasy adventure every bit as compelling and confident in its world building as her Newbery Honor Book A Wish...

In the city of Chattana, all light is controlled by the Governor, a powerful figure who brought order after a devastating fire. To the rich, his magical orbs bring safety and brilliance. To the poor, they highlight the deep divide between privilege and struggle....

From the creator of Shh! We Have a Plan comes a mesmerizing bedtime tale of a forest settling into slumber and one little bear trying to stay awake.The sun is setting, and everyone in the forest is getting sleepy. The mice, rabbits, and deer...

A 2017 Caldecott Honor Book. The creator of Home turns a droll eye to the natural world, with gorgeous art and a playful invented language. Du iz tak? What is that? As a tiny shoot unfurls, two damselflies peer at it in wonder. When...

April and Esme are young, determined, and ready for their very first tooth fairy mission! With tiny cell phones, a cozy fairy home, and parents who aren't quite sure they're ready, the two sisters set out on a magical nighttime adventure to collect a...

Serendipity and positive thinking come into play as a family searches for a missing puzzle piece in Bob Graham’s enchanting story with a sweet surprise ending.“Oh, let’s do it!” say Kitty and Katy and Mom when a thousand-piece jigsaw puzzle mysteriously arrives in the...

Max has a little sister! Fans of the late-blooming superhero will thrill to meet super-sibling Maxine, who flies high with style—her own.Max’s baby sister arrives with two little strands of red hair at exactly the stroke of midnight. Maxine receives a superhero’s welcome: Grandma...

The Caldecott Honor-winning creator of the Journey trilogy celebrates color and nature with a joyously simple die-cut book.People always ask for your favorite color. But who said you can only have one? Open this gorgeous board book to find an ode to ever-changing colors,...

A 2014 Caldecott Honor Book Follow a girl on an elaborate flight of fancy in a wondrously illustrated, wordless picture book about self-determination - and unexpected friendship.A lonely girl draws a magic door on her bedroom wall and through it escapes into a world...

“Such a visual piece... readers young and old will return to the story to look more deeply; they won’t be disappointed.” — Booklist (starred review). In a city full of hurried people, only young Will notices the bird lying hurt on the ground. With...

Every Monday, Willy the chimp walks through a special door at the back of the library and steps into a new adventure! One week, he's a brave knight fighting a dragon. The next, he's on a pirate ship searching for treasure. Sometimes he’s in...

Celebrate thirty years of a classic picture book by one of today’s most celebrated author-illustrators! A special anniversary edition.Hannah loves gorillas and longs to see a real one. Unfortunately, her father is always too busy — or too tired — to take her to...

Back by popular demand! A little white bear and his magic pencil make wonderful things happen in this early work from celebrated author illustrator Anthony Browne.As a bear strolls through the forest, he meets a lonely gorilla, a noisy crocodile, a lion, and even...

"No one renders primates with more faithful detail or surreal humanity than Browne." — Kirkus Reviews (starred review)A USBBY Outstanding International BookAn Oppenheim Toy Portfolio Platinum Award WinnerThree starred reviews (Booklist, Kirkus Reviews, School Library Journal)Once there was a very special gorilla who had almost everything he needed....

A sweet and heartwarming story about a little dog named Charley who meets someone very special—his new grandpa! At first, Charley isn’t sure what to think. Grandpa is quiet and slow, and Charley doesn’t know how to act around him. But as they spend...

Primo primate artist Anthony Browne is at the top of his form with a simple — and simply fascinating — array of creatures for kids to count.What better attention-getter for small children than primates in all their variety? And who better to render them...

Two of our most beloved picture book creators team up to tell a classic story of a child, his new puppy, and a first night home.On Charley’s first night, Henry carries his new puppy in his old baby blanket all the way to his...

Once a pencil draws a little boy, there’s no telling what will come next — a dog, a cat, a chase (of course), and a paintbrush to color in an ever-expanding group of family and friends. But it’s not long before the complaints begin...

A sweet and cozy story about being brave and doing things all by yourself! It’s a snowy morning and Sam the little bear is baking yummy cakes with his mom. They’re delivering them to all their friends in the neighborhood. But when it’s time...

"Read this book aloud so that youngsters can chime in. . . . Children will delight in this energetic, amusing, and very approachable tale." —School Library JournalDo you know what Jack and Jill were arguing about before they went up the hill? And what...

A spectacular time-lapse portrait of humankind—and our impact on the natural world—from a Caldecott Honor–winning master of the wordless form. In an alternate past—or possible future—a mighty tree stands on the banks of a winding river, bearing silent witness to the flow of time...

Aaron Becker, creator of Journey, a Caldecott Honor book, presents the next chapter in his stunning wordless fantasy.A king emerges from a hidden door in a city park, startling two children sheltering from the rain. No sooner does he push a map and some...

Welcome the much-anticipated finale of Caldecott Honoree Aaron Becker’s wordless trilogy—a spectacular, emotionally satisfying story that brings its adventurer home.Failing to get the attention of her busy father, a lonely girl turns back to a fantastic world for friendship and adventure. It’s her third...

Marvel at the sky in this meditative die-cut book, a follow-up to You Are Light and My Favorite Color, from the Caldecott Honor–winning creator of the Journey trilogy. Its dawn begins in darkness.With hope we greet its light. Within the pages of this elegant...

I Love Guinea Pigs is an affectionate guide to the most charming of very small animals. Did you know, for instance, that guinea pigs rarely get sick and love to eat? Or that they love one another and have adorable children too? Portrayed in...

With a simple, witty story and free-spirited illustrations, Peter H. Reynolds entices even the stubbornly uncreative among us to make a mark — and follow where it takes us.Her teacher smiled. "Just make a mark and see where it takes you."Art class is over,...

"This is an enchanting little story, with homey illustrations that add to its appeal. It will be particularly reassuring to read aloud on those dark and stormy nights." -- School Library Journal (starred review) "It was a dark and stormy night on Plum Street....

From bestselling children’s author Shelley Gill comes a bright and bouncy rhyming board book all about the wonderful whales of the Pacific, Atlantic, and Arctic Oceans. With cheerful illustrations and playful language, little ones will dive into the deep blue sea and learn fun...

Every child dreams of a secret hideaway—somewhere far from grown-up rules and full of fun. Aglaia is one of the lucky ones. She lives at the top of a magical tree with her best friend Bianca, surrounded by flying dogs, talking cats, hungry flowers...

When Buck is stolen from his peaceful home in California’s Santa Clara Valley, he’s thrust into a harsh new life as a sled dog in the icy wilderness of the Yukon. Gone are the sunny, easy days—now Buck must endure brutal conditions, harsh masters...

The Leap Cycle #3. Fourteen-year-old Elle and her friends are going to a not-to-be-missed funfair. But a ride on the Ghost Train takes them further than they ever imagined. They end up in 1880, face-to-face with criminal mastermind, The Grandfather! To Elle’s surprise, he...

The Leap Cycle #2. It’s midsummer’s day and thirteen-year-old Elle and her Leapling classmates are visiting the Museum of the Past, the Present and the Future. But on the day of the school trip, disaster strikes, and the most unique and valuable piece in...

The Leap Cycle #1. Leaplings, children born on the 29th of February, are very rare. Rarer still are Leaplings with The Gift – the ability to leap through time. Elle Bíbi-Imbelé Ifíè has The Gift, but she’s never used it. Until now. On her...