Two siblings moving to a new home—and away from their grandmother—gather up treasures in "a thoughtful and moving story of memory and change" ( Kirkus Reviews, starred review).A Kirkus Reviews Best Picture Book of the YearFor their move far away, Gracie and Jake are sad to leave the golden bridge, the trolley tracks, and Nai Nai. But they fill empty boxes with treasures—a marble, a snake, a pair of wings. Tiny r...

Two siblings moving to a new home—and away from their grandmother—gather up treasures in "a thoughtful and moving story of memory and change" ( Kirkus Reviews, starred review).A Kirkus Reviews Best Picture Book of the YearFor their move far away, Gracie and Jake are sad to leave the golden bridge, the trolley tracks, and Nai Nai. But they fill empty boxes with treasures—a marble, a snake, a pair of wings. Tiny r...

A Junior Library Guild SelectionA Society of Illustrators "The Original Art" Annual Exhibition SelectionKirkus Reviews: "Thoughtfully selected and prettily illustrated."Wall Street Journal: "Illustrated with careful delicacy…With works from a range of cultural and religious traditions, this book will encourage 4- to 10-year-olds to count their blessings."The Inner Source Network: "We suspect that the words will sink deeply into minds an...

A visually stunning picture book that introduces young readers to the Bible with poetry and art, exploring the entire story in one sitting!“Chau’s beautiful, flowing illustrations bring to life the story of the Bible told in Ling’s short rhymes.”—School Library JournalWINNER OF THE SILVER MEDAL FOR THE FLORIDA AUTHORS AND PUBLISHERS ASSOCIATION PRESIDENT’S BOOK AWARD • FINALIST FOR THE AWSA GOLDEN SCROLL AWARD...

Opposites Mei and Wei may be small, but when they work together they are mighty enough to face a dragon.When a fearsome dragon takes over their village bridge, twin sisters Mei and Wei have opposing views of how to fix the problem. Wei wants nothing more than to confront that stinky old dragon head on, but Mei favors a more thoughtful approach. With Wei's confidence and gumption plus Mei's creativity and diligence, it's only a matter of time before everyone can be ...

In this tender story of international adoption, a mother weaves a magical web of tales to explain how her child came to be part of the family.A young child asks his mother to tell the story of where he came from. "I might tell how you came from a land far away in a hot air balloon. The basket slowly drifted down like a feather into our yard. I dropped the firewood I was carrying and ran to you. 'You're home now,' I said." Or maybe it was a lark--and not a stork--th...

A teen from a family of magically gifted conmen questions the truth of his memories in this “dangerously, darkly gorgeous” (Cassandra Clare) first book in the Curse Workers urban fantasy trilogy by New York Times bestselling author Holly Black.Cassel Sharpe comes from a family of curse workers, people who have the power to change emotions, memories, and luck with the slightest touch of their hands. And since curse work is illegal, they’re ...

Lucy Sexton is stunned when her mother's identical twin sister shows up at the family's front door one day. Separated at birth, the two women have had dramatically different upbringings, and Lucy's mother, Aliese, will do anything to make it up to Helen-including taking Helen into their home and turning her into a lady that all of society will admire. Aunt Helen's transformation is remarkable. But is it just Lucy's imagination, or does Helen seem to enjoy being mistaken for Lucy's mother? ...

The first book in a hilarious chapter book series that tackles anxiety in a fun, kid-friendly way. Perfect for both beginning and reluctant readers, and fans of Diary of a Wimpy Kid!A humorous and touching series about facing your fears and embracing new experiences—with a truly unforgettable character—from author Lenore Look and New York Times bestselling and Caldecott Honor winning illustrator LeUyen Pham.Alvin, an Asian American second grader, i...

Now that the vile Lord Oda is dead, Taro and his friends are safe in the mountain lair of the ninjas. Or so they think. When a homing pigeon arrives with news of Taro's mother's whereabouts, Taro sets out for the Tendai monastery - without stopping to consider why the pigeon, which was given to his mother months ago, took so long to arrive.Soon, Taro, Hana and Hiro find themselves in a trap, as strange new creatures invade their lives and familiar enemies surround them – and the mo...

Fans of Laura Ingalls Wilder’s Little House books will enjoy a citified version as Sydney Taylor gives a charming glimpse at a time when daily life was very different, but family and faith were surprisingly the same.Ella, Henny, Sarah, Charlotte, and Gertie are back!Life is never dull for the loving, Jewish, all-of-a-kind family on New York’s Lower East Side in the early 1900s. Stand-alone chapters make this a perfect read-aloud, as the story follows the five sisters who ar...

In "Stormy, Misty's Foal," Marguerite Henry continues her exploration of the bond between humans and horses, a recurring theme in her oeuvre. Set against the backdrop of the picturesque Chincoteague Island, the novel meticulously captures the delicate rhythms of nature and equine life. Written in Henry's vivid, pastoral style, the narrative is both engaging and educational, imparting rich details about horse care, training, and the unique cultural heritage surrounding the famous Chincoteag...