Abuela's Letter is a beautiful story that addresses loss and grief within a Latin family where a young girl is challenged by the death of her grandmother and discovers letter-writing as a way to cope and connect with her loved one's passing. Alma's favorite days are when her big family gathers at Abuela's house. Tios take siestas while tias tell ......
This charming and clever family tale blends two cultures into one family. The story follows a young boy with a grandfather of Mexican heritage and a grandfather of Swiss origin who find common ground and connection through their shared passion of music (an accordion).
Ani's stuck in a dark cloud. His friends and family try to brighten his mood, but nothing helps. When his mother finally comes home, missing her hair, Ani's light gets brighter and brighter, chasing away his dark cloud. The unconditional love between Ani and his mother shines through as the two enjoy their precious time together.
This sweet, rhyming bedtime lullaby is a calming ode to nature as a loving family embraces their child as night falls and dream time begins. From rivers to eagles, to lions and lambs, to leaves and rain, and to stars and the moon, the soothing sounds of the world become the inspiration for a loving night of restful sleep for a weary baby. This ......
A story about the pregnancy experience for a sibling that features a big brother who wonders what's inside his moms belly - maybe it's a balloon? As mommy's belly gets bigger and bigger he waits for the arrival of a baby sister or brother.
'You're not in a hurry today. Stop for a moment, and look up. The sky is so big and so blue. It's a beautiful, blue sky morning.' Eunny wakes up slowly. She gets out of bed, goes to the window to look out at the busy street, and then heads downstairs. Soon it's time for school. Eunny and Mama step out into the crisp day, but they don't rush. ......
When a young girl's fish-wrestling, spider-wrangling mom becomes an illness-fighting mom, they explore together what it means to be strong, brave, and fierce.
Deep in the heart of Aladrya stands a mighty mountain. Rising high above the clouds, its rocky crags and windswept cliffs are home to four species of birds.
With only three days left until the full moon feast, Whiskers rescue mission hangs in the balance. Even if he can reach the ......
Harper is going to her first family reunion! She meets so many people. There's her second cousin Noah. And her cousin Lisa, who lives with her husband and stepkids. The there's Great Aunt Trudy who is raising her grandkids. And so many more! Dad and Daddy tell her they're all part of the same family, but they're all so different!
When Priya moves from India to America, she finds a way to share Diwali with her new neighbors. Even though the celebration is different in a new place, it's still Diwali.
Esma is excited to be visiting family in Morocco for the summer. She cant wait to explore the souk -- a giant market full of incredible acrobats, delicious-smelling spices, and cheeky monkeys. But while Esma is being charmed by swaying snakes, she loses track of Mama and Auntie Fatima. Esma is lost! With the help of the souks lively ......
Oscar loves Grandma, and their time together is always lots of fun. As she becomes less able to look after herself, she has to go into a care home. More and more children are encountering dementia and its effects on their families. This touching story, told in Oscar's own words, is a positive and practical tale about the experience. The ......
More and more children are encountering dementia and its effects on their families. This touching story is a positive and practical tale about the experience. 32pp
Harper discovers that the addition of a new baby to the family does not mean there is less love to go around, but instead there is more to share. When Dad and Daddy adopt a new baby, Harper is excited to be a big sister for the first time. She picks out a stuffed animal just for her baby brother and practices holding a doll in case Dad and ......
A timely and thoughtful story that depicts the life of two children thrust into homelessness, as they move out of their house to a motel, to a shelter, and finally another more permanent home. Throughout the duo is challenged by uncomfortable new places and inquiries from strangers, but ultimately never lose their optimism or determination.
Calvin is in foster care, and he wants to trust someone, anyone, but is afraid to open his heart. He has lived in a lot of houses, but he still hasn't found his home. When he moves in with Maggie, she shows him respect, offers him kindness, and makes him see things in himself that he's never noticed before.
It's hard for some kids to wait for something that they really want! In this lively, rhyming picture book, twins Dell and Pete face a series of humorous choices that test their ability to stay strong in the face of temptation.
If your grown-ups bring home a small monster, er, baby, don't panic. Just send it back! A young girl can't believe it when her parents bring home a drooling, screaming, grabbing monster.
Twelve-year-old Luca Verani has his future all mapped out: who needs school when hes going to take over his familys ice cream cafe? But then his aunt announces shes selling the struggling business and Luca realises that his nonnas memory is disappearing. Plus, hes starting high school and one of his best friends Sitara is being targeted by ......