Family - Kids Fiction

The terrifying details of the 1906 San Francisco earthquake jump off the page!Ten-year-old Leo loves being a newsboy in San Francisco -- not only does he get to make some money to help his family, he's free to explore the amazing, hilly city as...

It was a battle that would change the course of World War II... New York Times bestselling author Lauren Tarshis commemorates the Normandy landings in this pulse-pounding story of the largest seaborne invasion in history.Eleven-year-old Paul's French village has been under Nazi control for...

A young girl finds her voice--and discovers the power of speaking up for herself and her community--in this sweet and humorous chapter book by award-winning and #1 bestselling author Kwame Alexander, perfect for fans of Ivy + Bean and Ruby and the Booker Boys....

From bestselling author Katie Cotugno and illustrator Amy Jindra Hodgson comes a charming new chapter-book series about a plucky seven-year-old who can see things other people miss, perfect for fans of Ivy & Bean For two hours every day, seven-year-old Penelope Positano wears an...

When Tia wins an art prize trip to Venice her older brother, Thomas, is delighted to go with her as family support because Tia is blind, even though his clumsiness causes its own issues.But then Tia disappears and Thomas is sure she has been...

Spud on the Ranch is a heartfelt, Western-themed picture book about home, family, and finding your way back to where you belong.This follow-up to The Fry Who Fell in the Aioli continues the story of Spud Russet, the brave little fry whose first adventure...

Welcome to the Boo House, where pizza night is anything but ordinary!Billy Boo and Suzie Boo have been counting down the minutes until their favorite night of the week pizza night! But when Mama Boo asks what toppings everyone wants, things quickly turn from...

The day has come--Uncle Gray is finally moving in! His nephew stands waiting for him out on the porch, and when Uncle Gray arrives, the boy is surprised his uncle only has one little backpack. Uncle Gray has been living on the streets for...

On a snowy Christmas Eve, something magical happens right in a little boy's backyard. When Santa's sleigh makes an unexpected landing, a tiny, floppy-eared bunny tumbles out of his bag-wearing a ribbon with the name Matthew on it. Before Santa can say a word,...

Anne and Gilbert Blythe have a busy, full life with their six mischievous children. Their boys and girls have discovered a santuary of their own, a valley full of rainbow flowers behind Ingleside. There is plenty of excitement and adventure created by the Blythe...

How you see the world is all a matter of perspective. This book is full of playful, whimsical poems about the thoughts children may have when looking at the world through their own lens. The rhythm and rhyme make it fun to read, and...

Meet Ellie, a bubbly and bright little girl who loves to laugh and dance. She feels very lucky to have parents who love her so much. Sometimes, however, when one of them has to work late, Ellie finds it hard to fall asleep. One...

February in 1921 Whitaker, Saskatchewan, is colder and bleaker than usual as 13-year-old Lucy May Barber mourns her mother's sudden death. Unable to foresee life without Mama, Lucy decides it's up to her to hold the family together. But that turns out to be...

In Ask the Stars, Titus Mutuiria remembers how at the age of ten he seemed to lead a normal life of sibling rivalry with Njorua, Antonnina and Sarah until some events from their past threaten to rewrite his life. Njorua and Antonnina learn that...

'One sunny day, a Friday, before the weekend began, a parcel was deliveredout the back of a van.'Georgia and Blair are always showing kindness to the neighbours, and when Georgia's new bike arrives, she knows just how it can help them in their mission.The...

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

You and Me is a sweet rhyming book that will warm many hearts and be a favorite among parents and little ones alike! Each page shows adorable parent-and-child pairs doing what they love most together. This book is beautifully illustrated by Cee Biscoe and...

Jeniece is going to the bathroom a lot. She is also really, really thirsty all the time. When her mommy takes her to the doctor to find out why, Jeniece soon learns that she has Type 1 Diabetes. With lots of hugs and love...

The big day has finally arrived! It's Shyanna's thirteenth birthday, the most important birthday in a mermaid's life. Shyanna will get her legs and be able to go on land for the first time ever! But her excitement quickly fades when Cora's sister Jewel...

In this picture book, a young rat describes the things that make her family special. From mom's smarts to grandpa's looks, early readers will love this funny story as they learn about irony as a literary device. They'll also learn to appreciate what makes...

When eight year old Gabriella asks the Little League coach if she can try out for the team, he tells her girls are not allowed, baseball is only for boys. With the help of her best friend Ana, Gabbie goes back to the coach...

Travis and Mollie sail the JUST FUN sailboat on the lake near their home. Travis enjoys hoisting the sails and steering while Mollie likes to help cook in the galley or sun on the deck.Author: Libby Nickel,Barbara GayISBN-10: 0999047167ISBN-13: 9780999047163Publisher: Just Fun Books &...

"There's No Place Like Home" takes you on a journey with Alice the Kitty, whose family becomes homeless because of situations out of her parents' control. Alice is a wonderful girl, with an outgoing personality. When her family becomes homeless, she decides it's better...

Corey Payton and his classmates are being bullied by the school bully, Sara Graham. Corey decides he has had enough and decides to stand up to the bully the only way he knows how. Corey discovers that taking a stand is not easy, and...

Sometimes when you believe in miracles, the most amazing things can happen... Dreaming of a normal life, Hailee Tupper finds herself in a world more amazing and unbelievable than she ever imagined. After rescuing a young tiger cub, Hailee suspects her new furry friend...

For Dad, there was something even worse than The Terrible Red Racer, and this was The Brandings Game-the latest book in the Words From Daddy's Mouth series. The story also provides a modern take on the proverb 'Look Before You Leap'.Author: Kate Hawthorne,Lily BurgessISBN-10:...

Sometimes we all need a gentle reminder to practice our virtues, especially when faced with everyday challenges. With a pocketful of caterpillars, join Nick on his journey to spread the virtues to his family members, and most importantly, himself.Author: Mike Ferrin,Jayne PetersISBN-10: 0992114403ISBN-13: 9780992114404Publisher:...

From Kirkus Indie Reviews... "...the text is simple but not overly so, striking a balance between being manageable and challenging for young readers. The layouts' variety makes for a visually appealing presentation, and the pink capital letters used to begin each page fit perfectly...

In book two, Stiffy Bear meets platypus and the rest of the teddies in his newly found family here in Australia... They all go on a picnic together plus lots more! This book begins a series of many exciting adventures with puzzles, colour-ins and...

Have you ever played in the rain? Have you ever felt the rain trickle down your face? One very cute family of ducks discovers that playing in the rain can be fun for all ages ... if you're not afraid of getting wet, that...

Everywhere she goes, Laura always seems to find someone in need. If she is able to help, how can she refuse even if she doesn't feel like it? One splendid Saturday, everyone she meets, strangers, friends and even her mother, will help her understand...

Hidden somewhere in the fog of the San Francisco bay lies Blue Rock Island, home to the bay area s two best-kept secrets: Bell s Bluff, the old, abandoned prison on one side of the island, and the Night Train, a mysterious train ride...

From the author who brought you, Going Green, Jill Dunn, comes the wonderful new children's books, Littering Is For Losers: The ABC's of Going Green, a book that will teach children not only the alphabet, but how to live a green lifestyle as well!Author:...

Life on Happy Pond describes how often times we, as people, are so busy trying to maintain a certain lifestyle that we fail to take time out to enjoy each other and the beautiful things that God has given us. Our youth watch us...

Fraser is a shy frog. He has just moved with his mum and dad to a new pond. Meeting new frogs make him nervous. When he's nervous he hiccups. When he hiccups all sorts of things happen. How will he make new friends? Author:...

A PORTION OF THE PROCEEDS FROM THE SALE OF THIS BOOK AT RETAIL PRICE SUPPORT PROGRAMS THAT BENEFIT THE HEALTH AND WELLBEING OF OUR YOUTH. "Mr. Topaz left the farm while playing hide-and-seek. Sarge and Miss Tinky left the farm, for he was gone...

Jax and Riley are so excited to finally get a new playmate but they soon discover that not everyone is excited as they are. They decide to take their new brother on an adventure by causing a little mischief, until he sees things their...

This is the story of a little girl named Donna. She is, typical of today's new norm, a multi-bedroom child as a result of a divorce. Donna has bedrooms at 4 different houses, and faces the dilemma so many multi bedroom children face...forgetting something...

This is the second of a learning-based series called Sadie's Great Adventures for ages 3-8. The title of this second installment is "Sadie and Lexie Rescue Chloe'.. It is the story of a little girl and her dog who explore in the woods behind...

Everyone's good at something. Stanley can't seem to do anything right. He doesn't draw well, he's not good at sports, and sometimes it feels like his parakeet, Casper, is the only one who listens to him. What's the point of trying new things if...

Spring is here but Mouse wants things to stay the same. She doesn't want anything to change. At all. Can Wind show her all of the beautiful things that come with change? Can Wind show Mouse how wonderful the earth is with change?Author: Michelle...

Making new friends can be exciting, but when you're an itch, it can get a little complicated. Titch has been living with a large family for the last few months who all seem super-nice. Unfortunately for Titch, he doesn't understand why this super-nice family...

The Lost TreasureJoin Mia and Milo in a magical adventure as they travel to the Island of Dragons and search to find the King of Frogtopia's treasure chest. Will they find it? What will happen along the way? Two little frogs in a fun-loving...

Explore the many different kinds of families in this book by Arnah Leigh. Beautifully illustrated, this book demonstrates that, while the make-up of our families might be different, we all have one thing in common - Love.Author: Arnah LeighISBN-10: 0645110426ISBN-13: 9780645110425Publisher: Reading Stones PublishingLanguage:...

Travel back to the 1940s in The Callie Stories as Karen Jones Schutt relates the joys and tribulations in the life of eight-year-old Callie. Northwest Iowa is the farm and small town setting for this family-oriented collection of stories. Follow Callie as she struggles...

During my time away, I included in letters to Sybil stories that she could read to our children. I felt that they would be thrilled to read of adventures that included themselves as the primary characters. Fortunately, Sybil saved all of my letters, which...

Georgia, an imaginative, shy twelve-year old, lives with her family in a train on the shores of the Albemarle Sound (North Carolina). As the United States enters the Great Depression, she learns to face her fear of the "rail-riders" who come South looking for...

It's 2087 and all the citizens of the beautiful Island of Xion await the births of Alex Angel and Lily Loyal. Narrator Trust Love follows these two people as they grow, become friends, and spend their lives together. Loveable characters like the Bunyips, Jippos,...

Eat healthy? No way! Johnny's Journey with his Junk Food is sure to become a favorite of the whole family. While Johnny lives on junk food he learns a valuable lesson; what you put into your body is what you get out of your...

I will be fine because I have learned that faith and love will see me through, and I will always have my memory-kisses. Following the death of her mother, Charilee Eytcheson moves to Florida to live with her grandparents while her father is away...