The List of Things That Will Not Change

Submitted by ghosler on Tue, 2021-03-16 15:54

Despite her parents' divorce, her father coming out as gay, and his plans to remarry, ten-year-old Bea is reassured by her parents' unconditional love. She is also excited about getting a stepsister. As her life becomes different in many ways, Bea can always look back at the list she keeps in her green notebook to remember the things that will stay the same. Recommended for ages 9–12.

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The List of Things That Will Not Change
The List of Things That Will Not Change

Rebecca Stead
(J Fiction – J Stead)


Despite her parents' divorce, her father coming out as gay, and his plans to remarry, ten-year-old Bea is reassured by her parents' unconditional love. She is also excited about getting a stepsister. As her life becomes different in many ways, Bea can always look back at the list she keeps in her green notebook to remember the things that will stay the same. Recommended for ages 9–12.
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Katie Woo Has the Flu

Submitted by ghosler on Mon, 2021-03-15 11:48

Sneezing, aching, fever, chills. Yikes! Katie Woo has the flu and must miss school while she is stuck in bed with boring soup and toast. Recommended for ages 6–9.

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Katie Woo Has the Flu
Katie Woo Has the Flu

Fran Manushkin
(Juvenile Early Readers - J-ER Man)


Sneezing, aching, fever, chills. Yikes! Katie Woo has the flu and must miss school while she is stuck in bed with boring soup and toast. Recommended for ages 6–9.
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Shadow

Submitted by ghosler on Mon, 2021-03-15 10:40

A young child moves into a new house, befriending a shadow under her bed while her Mum is busy. Together, she and the shadow run away to the woods, where shadows are everywhere. This is a story of awareness and connection. Recommended for ages 6–9.

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Shadow
Shadow

Lucy Christopher
(Juvenile Picture Books - Ej Chr)


A young child moves into a new house, befriending a shadow under her bed while her Mum is busy. Together, she and the shadow run away to the woods, where shadows are everywhere. This is a story of awareness and connection. Recommended for ages 6–9.
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Lila Greer, Teacher of the Year

Submitted by ghosler on Mon, 2021-03-15 10:39

When Lila, a worrier, moves to a new town, she feels alone and invisible until her teacher finds a creative way to make Lila feel welcome and open to new experiences, a lesson she uses throughout her life. Even when she becomes a teacher herself! Recommended for ages 5-8.

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Lila Greer, Teacher of the Year
Lila Greer, Teacher of the Year

Andrea Beaty
(Juvenile Picture Books - Ej Bea)


When Lila, a worrier, moves to a new town, she feels alone and invisible until her teacher finds a creative way to make Lila feel welcome and open to new experiences, a lesson she uses throughout her life. Even when she becomes a teacher herself! Recommended for ages 5-8.
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Perfectly Imperfect Stories

Submitted by ghosler on Mon, 2021-03-15 10:29

Meet 28 icons, including The Rock, Ariana Grande, Serena Williams, and Prince Harry, and discover how they have dealt with mental health issues to live inspiring lives. Whatever you are going through, learn why it's okay to not be okay with these perfectly imperfect stories. Recommended for ages 8–12.

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Perfectly Imperfect Stories
Perfectly Imperfect Stories

Leo Potion
(Juvenile Nonfiction - J 616.89 Pot)


Meet 28 icons, including The Rock, Ariana Grande, Serena Williams, and Prince Harry, and discover how they have dealt with mental health issues to live inspiring lives. Whatever you are going through, learn why it's okay to not be okay with these perfectly imperfect stories. Recommended for ages 8–12.
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Our Subway Baby

Submitted by ghosler on Fri, 2021-03-12 13:50

Some babies are born into their families. Some are adopted. This is the story of how one baby found his family in the New York City subway. Although neither dad had prepared for the prospect of parenthood, they were reminded, "Where there is love, anything is possible." Recommended for ages 6–9.

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Our Subway Baby
Our Subway Baby

Peter Mercurio
(Juvenile Nonfiction - J 362.734 Mer)


Some babies are born into their families. Some are adopted. This is the story of how one baby found his family in the New York City subway. Although neither dad had prepared for the prospect of parenthood, they were reminded, "Where there is love, anything is possible." Recommended for ages 6–9.

 

Wish

Submitted by ghosler on Fri, 2021-03-12 13:35

When an elephant couple decides it is time to have a child, unexpected challenges arise but, at last, the pair's deepest wish comes true. Recommended for ages 3-6.

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Wish
Wish

Matthew Cordell
(Juvenile Picture Books - Ej Cor)


When an elephant couple decides it is time to have a child, unexpected challenges arise but, at last, the pair's deepest wish comes true. Recommended for ages 3-6.

 

Just Right Family: An Adoption Story

Submitted by ghosler on Thu, 2021-02-04 20:26

When Meili learns her parents are adopting another child, she must accept the role of big sister and realize a new addition can be just right too. Recommended for ages 6-9.

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Just Right Family: An Adoption Story
Just Right Family: An Adoption Story

Silvia Lopez
(Juvenile Picture Books - Ej Lop)


When Meili learns her parents are adopting another child, she must accept the role of big sister and realize a new addition can be just right too. Recommended for ages 6-9.

 

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