Family - Kids Fiction

When Brody's niece Anabel comes for a visit, Max and the gang's only job is to keep her out of trouble. How hard could it be to babysit a puppy anyway? To Max's surprise, this fun-loving pup can't help getting into trouble--especially when set...

Like any almost-six-year-old, Jack is full of questions. Why does all the good-for-you food taste bad? Why can't he have a tail? Why doesn't hair hurt when you cut it? From bedtimes to ball games, Jack has a question for everything.Why?Why?Why?Richard Torrey's funny, sweet...

Little HouseBig AdventureAlmanzo Wilder is going west He and his family are moving all the way from their cozy farm in Malone, New York, to the bustling town of Spring Valley, Minnesota. Almanzo can't wait to explore, but life in Spring Valley isn't what...

No one can resist Little Bear. This charming little fellow spreads happiness just by being himself. Now, for a new generation of children, here are the beloved stories of the adorable bear cub and his loving mother--and their friends Hen, Duck, and Cat.This collection...

"A joyous tale of a Mexican American family's Christmastime trip to the parents' home in Mexico." --Publishers Weekly (starred review)Christmas is coming, and Carlos and his family are going home--driving south across the border to Mexico. But Mexico doesn't seem like home to Carlos,...

Fred the Christmas tree is one of a kind, with a kink in his trunk and a sparkle in his eye. Every night he looks to the stars and makes a wish, until one day, to his surprise, he discovers his wish has come...

Sometimes a simple song can help children navigate all of life's biggest feelings. Do You Need a Song? is the joint project of childhood friends Everett and Kendall, who reconnected after two decades to create the book. Originally written as a song to help...

Fred the Christmas tree is one of a kind, with a kink in his trunk and a sparkle in his eye. Every night he looks to the stars and makes a wish, until one day, to his surprise, he discovers his wish has come...

The Gathering Tree is a beautifully illustrated children's book about HIV/AIDS. Written by award-winning First Nations author Larry Loyie and co-author Constance Brissenden, it is a gentle, positive story of a First Nations family facing HIV. After eleven-year-old Tyler and his younger sister Shay-Lyn...

As Jack played and played, he found himself sleepy and fell asleep on the floor. Even his puppy could not wake him up to play the next day, so this little boy slept the day away. Join Jack on his nighttime adventure and see...

While his siblings and cousins all learn to fly, Calvin lets his imagination soar by burying his beak in a book instead. Unfortunately, when it's time to migrate, the land-bound "geeky beaky" realizes his family will have to carry him. Then, on their way...

New board books in the best-selling Mini Masters series feature beautiful paintings from Cassatt and Picasso and rhyming text introducing budding artists to these famous masters.Author: Suzanne Bober, Julie MerbergISBN-10: 081185504XISBN-13: 9780811855044Publisher: Chronicle BooksLanguage: EnglishPublished: 08/03/2006Pages: 22Format: Board BookWeight: 0.30lbsSize: 5.40h x 5.40w x...

The Dirtiest Mini-Van in the World tells the gut-busting story of Eva and her twin brothers, and the demise of their family mini-van. One juice box, cracker crumb, and diaper change at a time, the mini-van becomes seriously gross and dirty, and meets a...

The talented trio that brought you The Perfect Present is back...with summer stories that will brighten your day, warm your heart, and prove that life is one of the greatest teachers there is. In Too Big for Teacups, Gabrielle Simone introduces us to the...

Looking for an exciting Islamic book for your child? One that also encourages them to perform good deeds? Then look no further! With reviews like: "the kids came running to hear the song" & "beautiful illustrations, wonderful message, catchy tune, love, love, love", this...

Yellow Watermelon is a delightful children's book that takes young readers on a journey to Rainbow Island and Paradise Island.On Rainbow Island, Yellow Watermelon thrives in a world bursting with watermelons of various colours. Surrounded by her diverse group of friends, she is brimming...

Do you love chocolate? I do! I want chocolate every day! I love Easter because I get chocolate! I put chocolate on everything! If mom would let me put it on broccoli, I would eat it! What can I put chocolate on next?Author: Carole...

Charlotte is having a great day and wants to make sure she gets some cheese no matter what happens today. Charlotte is beginning to truly trust what promises her mother makes to her. Charlotte and Mallory become friends after their mothers introduce them to...

Maggie's mom helps her get ready for school everyday and every day they are running late. When Maggie sees her school friends doing things all by themselves, she decides she wants to learn to do that too. With the help of her teacher and...

At the end of a long day, ten children are washed, brushed, tucked in, and ready for a goodnight kiss to finally begin their slumber. But wait, these little boys and girls have a different idea and will stop at nothing to avoid going...

Keyana is heading back to school in this exciting picture book written by bestselling author Natasha Anastasia Tarpley (I Love My Hair!) and illustrated by Charnelle Pinkney Barlow! Keyana has come up with the perfect idea for a class project, and getting it done...

Four year old Gavin has a lot to be thankful for. He has a wonderful family that enjoys being outside and having lots of fun. But Gavin is not the oldest, and he's not the youngest. He's just... in the middle. Sometimes Gavin feels...

A hysterical (and creepy) parody of a children's classic Filled with uproarious illustrations, a beloved classic gets a kindhearted send-up in this utterly monsterized parody from Michael Rex, creator of the "New York Times" bestselling "Goodnight Goon." This is "The Runaway Bunny" like you've...

A young girl and her friends solve mysteries in their small town in the literary and hijinks-filled Pumpkin Falls Mystery middle grade series from the author of the beloved Mother-Daughter Book Club novels--all four books are now together in a paperback boxed set! When...

The Bear Scouts--Brother, Sister, Cousin Fred--plan to follow the Official Bear Scout Guidebook, but Papa has his own ideas about the do's and don'ts of earning a merit badge. Full-color illustrations.Author: Stan Berenstain, Jan BerenstainISBN-10: 0812459784ISBN-13: 9780812459784Publisher: Turtleback BooksLanguage: EnglishPublished: 10/01/1987Pages: 28Format: HardcoverWeight: 0.55lbsSize:...

Author: David CovellISBN-10: 0593327632ISBN-13: 9780593327630Publisher: Viking Books for Young ReadersLanguage: EnglishPublished: 03/26/2024Pages: 40Format: HardcoverWeight: 1.10lbsSize: 11.40h x 9.00w x 0.50dReview Citation(s): Bulletin of Ctr for Child Bks 01/01/2024Kirkus Reviews 02/15/2024

Tory and Andy are five-year-old twins who celebrate not one, not two, but THREE different New Years! See how the twins and their family celebrate Lunar New Year, Rosh Hashanah, and the end of the calendar year-especially the different yummy foods they eat. Meet...

A vibrant book about a courageous loveable girl and her beloved olive trees. This book gives a glimpse into everyday life as a young girl in Palestine.Aamenah is a young Palestinian girl who loves her family's olive trees. She loves climbing on their strong...

This little toddler is awake and ready to go! But why is everyone else sleeping in? Stretch and yawn, it's time to play! No more sleeping in! Mommy, Daddy, Sister, and even Kitty are sleeping in, but our little toddler is about to change...

Gabrielle's parents were awaiting the arrival of their first child in a few days. They knew it was a girl and hoped she would arrive on the 10th of the month so that she would have a special bond with her mother, who was...

An ode to the wonderful nannies and child caregivers in the world. A heartwarming rhyming story that celebrates the special bond between a child and their caregiver. Written in both Spanish and English. The perfect gift for your nanny.Author: Bella Ansori, Katrina LiuISBN-10: 8891110124ISBN-13:...

What if your favorite person in the world suddenly didn't always remember you?Christopher and his mom go to visit his Gram, his favorite person in the world. In Christopher's words, "Gram was like no one else." However, during this visit, he starts to notice...

Inspiring story of a grandmother and grandchildren's love and adoration for each other. A wonderful example of the importance and joy of having family traditions.Grammy has trouble saying goodbye but is comforted with her special "goodbye window." Having that constant is very important to...

Tiny Tony is a charmingly illustrated children's series to help guide early youth through the various experiences in life.The first book in the series, Tiny Tony teaches youngsters listening as well as coping skills about the inevitable separation from their favorite personified treasure.This charming...

School fund-raisers-something students usually look forward to doing, but some hesitate with the person-to-person contact. Throw in a Mom who requires the best in manners. This includes people who will not order anything from her student. What a "thank you" for buying nothing? This...

***Midwest Book Review (Children's Bookwatch - The Money/Finance Shelf)*** A critically important life-long skill, it is essential that children ages 5 to 10 learn about the basic financial concepts of money. In "Kevin, the Money Master: How a Little Boy Learned to Master Money...

Follow an adventurous mouse who sails over sleep resisting obstacles and settles your curious child with soothing prose. An adorable little story to say goodnight, making it the perfect way to end each night.Author: Zoiya JesaniISBN-10: 1773706535ISBN-13: 9781773706535Publisher: Tellwell TalentLanguage: EnglishPublished: 02/01/2019Pages: 30Format: HardcoverWeight:...

Ben thought he knew everything there was to know about Pine Top Mountain. But when he follows a path his father forbade him to follow, he discovers there are secrets about the Mountain and his father that he never knew.Author: Jill E. BauerISBN-10: 1533659826ISBN-13:...

When twelve-year-old Poppy moves to the country, she discovers a secret stash of letters that give her a unique connection to her late mother in this M!X novel about friendship, first crushes, and family drama. City girl Poppy has always wanted a best friend,...

"Grammy, tell me another story about when you were a kid," asked author Mary Kay Schippers' grandchild, Aleah. It wasn't the first time. In fact, Mary Kay heard the request so many times, she decided to write down her most cherished childhood memories.It's 1965...

Settle down for an adorable good night story that says I Love YOU, Aria!It's time for bed, but Aria isn't tired yet! Read along as Aria visits all the woodland friends to see how they get ready to fall asleep. Aria learns how the...

"Mommy Licked Her Plate, and Daddy Left the Toilet Seat Up!"Prepare for a hilarious and relatable journey into Mila's world, where Mommy has a peculiar habit of licking her plate clean, and Daddy constantly forgets to put the toilet seat down.In "Mommy Licked Her...

Kick Out Malaria is a series of short stories created to help children and families across the world adopt a healthy lifestyle for their well-being and embrace positive attitudes toward tackling environmental pollution for the common good.These storybooks seek to help children and families...

Uncle Travis drinks milk from the milk carton! Get ready for a delightfully hilarious and utterly relatable tale in "Uncle Travis Drinks Milk from the milk carton!" Join Mila in the second book in the series Mila's Observations, an imaginative and curious 6-year-old girl,...

There is a lot to do on the family farm! Read along in this sturdy board book perfect for children ages 0-3 as a boy helps his grandfather in this next installment of the Brown Baby Parade series. Papa's farm is big.There's so much...

From National Book Award finalist Katherine Marsh: Percy Jackson meets Wednesday Addams in this fantastical adventure about Ava, who attends a boarding school for the descendants of Greek monsters and uncovers a terrible secret that could change the world forever. One of Kirkus's most...

Things are happening in the small town of Laurel Hill as best friends Nikki, Jennifer, Amy, Katie, Morgan, and Maggie learn to navigate the perils and drama of their teen years. Not only is the mystery of Mrs. Everett's behavior solved, but the girls...

This is a story about a family of Swans who were raised in Sun Valley, Idaho. The activities in and around the pond that long ago summer are true with many added embellishments that add context and meaning to what it means to raise...

Sophia and her grandma are out walking in the park, surrounded by nature. "In nature, nothing is perfect, and everything is perfect." Sophia is thankful that her grandpa didn't die from the Coronavirus, but she questions all that is happening around her in real...

At the end of a long day, ten children are washed, brushed, tucked in, and ready for a goodnight kiss to finally begin their slumber. But wait, these little boys and girls have a different idea and will stop at nothing to avoid going...