Children's Books

18 months & up. Get your children to rest with this wonderful Toddler Tools® Bright Color Board Books - Preparing for Nap Time. Children will enjoy reading about different methods of winding down to sleep. This board book features rhythmic language and delightful illustrations to help little ones learn. Parents and caregivers are provided with practical ideas for times and transitions. This book contains thick pages that are easy for smaller hands to turn.

4 years & up. Frances has a new baby sister...and she's not happy about it. With the new addition to the family, no one pays much attention to Frances anymore. At least that's the way it seems to her. So Frances decides to run away. Not too far, though, just far enough so she can hear how much she'll be missed, even by baby Gloria.

4 - 8 years. A beautiful picture book that will help children discover calm through the magic of mindful breathing. Perfect for quiet story time and naptime. With this interactive picture book, children breathe along as they learn how to make angry or sad thoughts disappear. In a world that is sometimes too busy, with too many things going on, this book will help steer children into a serene space of mindfulness, self-awareness, and balance. 32 pages.

4 years & up. Frances is a fussy eater. In fact, the only thing she likes is bread and jam. She won't touch her squishy soft-boiled egg. She trades away her chicken salad sandwich at lunch. She turns up her nose at boring veal cutlets. Unless her parents can come up with a plan, Frances just might go on eating bread and jam forever!

8 years & up. George Frideric Handel was a man who knew exactly what he liked and he wasn't afraid to pursue it. From sneaking a clavichord into the attic to secretly playing the organ at a duke's estate to composing operas no one initially wanted to hear, Handel followed his passion no matter the obstacle. Even when faced with hardship and opposition, he never wavered from being himself. And because of that unwavering spirit, he became one of the most beloved composers in history. In this captivating biography, M. T. Anderson's vivid storytelling and Kevin Hawkes's striking illustrations shine a light on the remarkable life of a true musical trailblazer. 48 pages.

Uniquely designed to showcase images of the world's tallest buildings, this book explores the architecture, engineering, and cultural impact of more than 60 skyline defining buildings. Arranged chronologically by date of building construction, each informative profile includes stunning photos of the building's defining features along with building plans, diagrams, historical background, and technological information. Also includes in-depth looks at compelling topics in skyscraper design, including next steps in creating visionary cities of the future, and information on cutting-edge sustainable materials that help make these structures environmentally friendly. 176 pages.

Grades K - 2. Katie Woo is a spunky, sassy, and stylish schoolgirl who readers will fall in love with. These early chapter books are perfect for explaining life changes, family celebrations, and growing up. Award-winning author Fran Manushkin outdoes herself with these fun, lighthearted stories. Perfect addition to any young girl's library. Set of 8 paperback books.

18 months & up. Each book helps young children learn about their emotions. Identifying feeling is the first step in emotional intelligence. Showing example of what emotions look and feel like help children better understand how to deal with them in various situations. Titles may vary.

6 years & up. Introduce a new, exciting series to your reading center with this Judy Moody Favorites Book Set Including 8 Spectacular Adventures. This set of books follows Judy Moody as she gets famous, saves the world, becomes a doctor, predicts the future, goes around the world in 8.5 days, goes to college, navigates her moods, and declares independence. Children will love the on-target humor and reader-friendly format. This reading promotes vocabulary building, imagination, and literacy. Paperback. Set of 8.

3 years & up. Winter is coming, and all the mice are gathering food . . . except for Frederick. But when the days grow short and the snow begins to fall, it's Frederick's stories that warm the hearts and spirits of his fellow field mice.

3 years & up. Encourage children to explore the five senses with this descriptive Sense in My World Books Five Sense Exploration and Sensory Learning set. Children will love learning about how the five senses work and help us learn about the world around us. These books are perfect for the preschoolers featuring colorful photographs and easy to understand information. 

5 years & up. When Louis receives a tadpole for his birthday, he eagerly watches it grow. He discovers it is anything but ordinary. This imaginative story sparks curiosity about animal life cycles while encouraging prediction, observation, and creative thinking.

3 years & up. Support inclusive classrooms and early cultural awareness with this thoughtfully curated book set. This collection introduces children to diverse families, traditions, languages, and perspectives through engaging, developmentally appropriate stories. Each title promotes social-emotional learning, empathy, and respect while strengthening early literacy skills. Rich illustrations and authentic narratives provide meaningful opportunities for discussion, helping young learners build cultural competence and a positive sense of identity. Titles may vary.

Birth & up. Bring a beloved storybook character to life with The Very Hungry Caterpillar Plush. Designed for children from birth and up, this soft, colorful plush companion gives young learners a hands-on way to connect with Eric Carle's classic story while supporting sensory exploration, imaginative play, and early literacy experiences. Its familiar design makes it an engaging addition to story time, classroom libraries, reading centers, and quiet play areas. The Very Hungry Caterpillar is soft and plush and machine washable. Meets all the regulations necessary for young children to enjoy as they are listening to one of their favorite stories being read. Engages in tactile play with the various textured components. Measures 10" long.

4 years & up. 32 pages. Listen to the sounds of a train as it travels through big cities, small towns, forests, fields, and tunnels. Hear the whistle blow, the brakes squel, and the wheels roll around the tracks. Then the train heads home. All aboard for the journey!

4 - 8 years. One day, a small boy receives a very special invitation-the King and the Queen have invited him to the castle for tea. He accepts, with one question: "May I bring a friend?" "Any friend of our friend is welcome here," says the King. But their guest's friend turns out to be someone they never expected! Paperback. 48 pages,

2 years & up. Bring the classic story "The Very Hungry Caterpillar" to life with this Caterpillar Storytelling Prop set! Encourage children to interact with the props by feeding the caterpillar the delicious foods and then transforming him into a beautiful butterfly. Set contains 16 storytelling props. Butterfly converts into a caterpillar with a 15" wingspan. Surface wash.

9 years & up. A heartwarming tale of a young girl whose life is changed by a scruffy pooch she names Winn-Dixie. The special bond between them works magic on her reserved dad and the eccentric townspeople they meet during one unforgettable summer. Paperback. 288 pages.

Reading Level Grades 1 - 3. Interest Level Grades 3-6. The world's greatest fairy tales are retold in a graphic-novel format. Fresh, bold illustrations give these timeless tales a modern edge and will attract even the most reluctant readers. Paperback.

Toddlers and twos will enjoy the book about the Very Hungry Caterpillar and how he eats through all the different vegetables. Allow the children to hold the plush caterpillar as you read the book together.

3 years & up. Learn about upcycling and taking care of the earth in this engaging book set. Set incudes Scrap Metal Swan, Planet Power, and Kid's Garden.

4 years & up. Chrysanthemum is a warm and engaging story that helps young children explore themes of self-esteem, kindness, individuality, and acceptance. Perfect for early learning environments, this beloved classrooms favorite encourages meaningful conversations about empathy, confidence, and celebrating what makes each child unique throughout the school year.

This whimsical book invites children to take a closer look at plants and gardening. 32 pages.

5 years & up. When Francisco, a young Mexican American boy, tries to help his grandfather find work, he discovers that even though the old man cannot speak English, he has something even more valuable to teach Francisco.