Family - Kids Fiction

A really cute book written in sweet and simple rhymes: "More than a starfish jumping in the sand, or a crazy alligator in a rock and roll band." Illustrated with silly drawings, sure to make any child smile. To see the pages and a...

Whether it's dancing in the rain, getting all mucky or tickling those toes, this step mum and her child have the best times together.Beautifully illustrated and full of fun, 'I love my Step Mum' tells us that no matter what she looks like and...

It is said that an act of kindness can change your life.Milly is a grumpy, spoilt and petulant cat. She drives her owners, Jill and Tom, to despair and torments the other cats in the neighbourhood mercilessly. But when the handsome tabby, Archie, moves...

Fearne Cotton's yoga-loving tots are back, and this time they're hungry! Every family's mealtimes are different. George likes messy eating, Kit is banana-mad and the twins can't agree whether their snack is yucky or yummy. From chaotic breakfasts to birthday parties, Fearne Cotton's adorable...

Three wonderful volumes of classic, fantastical childrens fiction Everyone familiar with children's fiction has heard of Edith Nesbit, who is rightly acclaimed as the first modern writer for children and the originator of the children's adventure story. Her influence on other children's writers, including...

"Seven Little Australians" is an Australian favourite which has been in print continuously for over a century, has sold over a million copies, and has been translated into several other languages. This delightful story, having been adapted for the stage,Author: Ethel TurnerISBN-10: 178139654XISBN-13: 9781781396544Publisher:...

Iris Rose hates eating her veggies. Night after night she wishes she could just eat dessert. Then one night, her wish comes true A delightful picture book for ages 3-7. Children will delight in Iris's purple monster and will discover why we can't just...

How would you feel if you were different from everyone else around you?Herbert the Hedgehog knows. He knows exactly what it's like not to belong, to be different from everybody else. Though he's just like his family in many ways, inside he feels different....

As every parent knows, there is nothing more stressful than being away from a child even if it's only for a few days. In this heartwarming book, Wendy Tugwood captures perfectly how the love between a mother and child copes with separation. When we're...

Mothers express their love for their babies in so many ways. They love, protect, teach, and nurture. This book is a poem that reflects just a fraction of that love with fifteen adorable animal pairs. ​Animals Include: Deer, Rabbit, Hippo, Meerkat, Chimp, Sloth, Chicken,...

Willa Grace is always listening. To animals, that is.The weatherman says the drought will continue. But Willa heard mice singing about the coming rain. So when she brings her toys inside to keep them from getting wet, Mama and Daddy are concerned and big...

Come visit Cowee Mountain Valley Farm and join Cowee Sam and the family, as they track the progress of two American Bald Eagles nesting on their property. Learn about how to keep an Observation Journal, and read many real facts about American Bald Eagles....

Benji is about what all kids go through, the feeling of being uncomfortable in their own skin and the longing to belong in one way or another. Through a seemingly curious exchange with a dog, this boy's life undergoes a drastic change in a...

Milk is the polar bear postmaster of the forest. One day he receives a card that says "Please help " It is from a red-crested crane couple whose chick has gone missing. Spring gives way to summer and Milk receives another post card--this time...

A true story of love and loss ... Sometimes there is nothing more that can be done for our loved ones battling illness. In this beautiful book, Goodbye Horse, horse and companion discover the true meaning of their relationship, the strength to fight the...

As parents and caretakers of our children, there are times when we feel our patience and faith is being tested-and we question, at times, how we should respond. "I hope," says author Marie Parks Pinto, "that, through this series, we can help parents better...

It's time for the Strawberry Festival It's always the best weekend of the year. Kevin and Emma Rose are excited to go downtown and join in the festivities with their Mama and Daddy. What will their favorite parts be? The Bed Races? The parade?...

Twitch the Squirrel and the Forbidden Bridge is a story about a bold, confident squirrel named Twitch who is something of a daredevil...and he doesn't mind when his friends cheer him on When his parents tell him never to cross an old broken rope...

"As far back as I can recall (starting when I was very small) I've daydreamed, gazing into space, climbed and jumped all over the place..." Written by a pediatrician and health literacy expert, ADH-Me is an empathetic journey from the perspective of a child...

"Dad, Me, and Muhammad Ali scored a KNOCKOUT Good, wholesome, easy read " -Angelo Dundee, Muhammad Ali's legendary trainer "Great story; very engaging and one that families will certainly enjoy " -Roland C. Warren, President, National Fatherhood Initiative Nine-year-old Jo-Jo's father loves everything about...

Aldo Zelnick is not an athlete like his older brother or a rock collector like his best friend; he's just a regular kid who likes to draw. One summer Aldo's grandma, Goosy, gives him a sketchbook in which to record all of his ideas...

Hey Wimpy Kid fans You'll love this series too As summer draws to a close, 10-year-old Aldo Zelnick travels to the Anderson farm in Minnesota for a family vacation. Aldo's mom is eager for him to experience her favorite childhood pastimes such as shucking...

A Young boy learns the truth about natural history from his wise grandfather. Along the way he also learns some important truths about life...and death.Author: Edward C. MirandaISBN-10: 1934246220ISBN-13: 9781934246221Publisher: Peppertree PressLanguage: EnglishPublished: 04/26/2007Pages: 32Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.22lbsSize: 8.50h x 8.50w x 0.08d

Grandfather knows a special song which makes the praying mantis dance! This is a beautifully illustrated book for 4-8 year old readers. Proceeds from this sale benefit nonprofit organisation Library For All, helping children around the world learn to read.Author: Samson LeriISBN-10: 1925960609ISBN-13: 9781925960600Publisher:...

2019 Reprint of 1963 Edition. Full facsimile of the original edition, not reproduced with Optical Recognition software. The main character of the story is Dave Mitchell, a 14-year-old who is growing up in mid-20th century New York City. Dave lives with his father and...

Do you love Dinosaurs? Do you love your Grandma? Have you ever been lost in a shop? Do you love Toy Stores? Hi. My name is Max and I am 9 years old. This is a poem my Grandma wrote for all of her...

A bird fluffs his feathers and greets the day with a song. You taste the bright pop of a berry on your tongue, sweet as summer. Raindrops patter down on your hands and face.When we slow down and pay close attention, we learn what...

There are many types of families. Amira wants you to meet hers. Learn how Amira and her family adapt to living in a new country. This title focuses on decoding and retelling.Author: Elliot RileyISBN-10: 168342414XISBN-13: 9781683424147Publisher: Ready ReadersLanguage: EnglishPublished: 08/01/2017Pages: 24Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.30lbsSize: 7.80h...

In the book, Don't Feed the Monster, three young siblings are constantly arguing. The quarreling creates a monster that is fed by their growing anger. The monster grows as the siblings continue to fuss and fight. The parents eventually call an important meeting to...

PATTI THE PEST is the second in a series of books about understanding differences. It continues the exploration of how it feels to be "different" and how to comfortably accept oneself. This book tells the story of Patti, a kitten with a hearing problem,...

"Mama doesn't know I'm here."This is a story about Levi, a young boy, who leaves home to play with his friend without asking his parents. He finds himself on a scary adventure, but with the help of a new friend, he came back to...

Once a mighty bridge connected portions of an impressive kingdom, but when that bridge is destroyed it is up to the royal son to rebuild. Will the son find anyone to help him rebuild the bridge? The work is toiling and plagued by those...

I Want to Be a Dolphin is a story about a young boy who wants to become a dolphin. If you want to know what it's like to be a dolphin, then come along and read this fanciful story about a boy who did...

Colton is going to a Wedding In simple loving language, Colton learns about promises, gold rings, and a big white cake. Big ideas are unpacked in simple playful illustrations. The friends at the wedding, the nesting birds, an eager puppy, and dad's big shoes...

Author: Mary CalhounISBN-10: 1635617073ISBN-13: 9781635617078Publisher: Echo Point Books & MediaLanguage: EnglishPublished: 02/18/2019Pages: 190Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.47lbsSize: 8.00h x 5.00w x 0.44d

Soon after being diagnosed with ALS/Lou Gehrig's disease, the author was admiring flowers in the garden with her granddaughter. She overheard her granddaughter mispronounce a butterfly as a "flutterby." From a simple three-year-old's mispronunciation, an idea formed that became the basis of A Joyous...

(REVAMPED INSIDE AND OUT ON JAN. 19, 2019) Sometimes the greatest miracles are the ones that start out as major maydays Join Strive, Ora, and their fishy friends as they struggle against the tide through the pain of infertility and discover the hope that...

In the tradition of Wishtree and You May Already Be a Winner, this hopeful middle grade novel tells the story of three former friends who must come together at their annual town carnival to heal and reconnect after a tragedy. The small town of...

"Rewarding." --BCCB (starred review) "A Wrinkle in Time-inspired adventure...Halbrook's writing is artful." --Kirkus Reviews "This is a story to savor." --Kathi Appelt, National Book Award finalist and Newbery Honor-winning author of The Underneath and Keeper "Adventure and magic unfold in this captivating story." --School...

The McNallys are visiting Michigan's Mackinac Island. Gavin and his brother, Gus, take a nature walk. Gavin wants to hunt for treasure at a nearby fort after the walk. When Gus goes missing Gavin is annoyed. But he soon comes to realize what treasure...

The McNallys run into an early snowstorm in Colorado. They stop at a lodge for the night and by morning, they are snowed in! While looking for a place to study Gavin and his sister, Chloe, accidentally go through a door into a dark...

Ava's father is so proud to reopen Ursula's Funland. But when creepy incidents threaten to shut down the park, Ava is determined to save the park for her dad. Ava enters the Hall of Mirrors with her friend, but she doesn't leave with him....

Follow the journey of a loving uncle and nephew, through their day to day fun activities, such as swimming and playing together in the park. This little boy is often compared to his uncle because they look the same, but he wants his own...

A curious and thoughtful little wombat, Winston is always trying new things and wondering about one thing or another. Luckily, his always loving and patient mom is there to offer encouragement, affection, and the answers to all of his questions―of which there are many.Today,...

There's nothing like the love between a mother and her child. I Love You More Than Most journeys a child's development from toddler to young adult with a mother who displays gentle reassurances of love and security. Parent and child engage in a comforting...

Are you ready for a journey through a curious bookThat uses poems and pictures that need you to look On your own or to a child you can playfully readA wonderful place it quite often will lead You to laugh or to giggle or...

About this Book... NOW A MAJOR MOTION PICTURE STARRING JULIA ROBERTS, OWEN WILSON, AND JACOB TREMBLAY Over 6 million people have read the #1 New York Times bestseller WONDER and have fallen in love with Auggie Pullman, an ordinary boy with an extraordinary face....

Judy likes soup, and loves to dance and sing. She started feeling sick but all the chicken soup in the world couldn't make her feel better. With the support of family and friends she remembers that she's strong and hears the clickity-clack of her...

Little Poppy is dedicated to the Anzac spirit and the courage and bravery of the men and women that fought for freedom in Australia and New Zealand throughout history. Little Poppy also tackles the tall poppy syndrome in our Anzac society. Author: Joseph Fa'afiuISBN-10:...

Middleton Middle School is holding class elections and the sixth-grade's choice for president includes Henry, who's only running on a dare, and Annelise, who's only interested in being bossy. Victoria Torres can't help but think that a class president should try to improve the...