BEATRICE THE BEWILDERED BUMBLEBEE
by Gayla Bratta
Illustrated by Dubravka Kolanovic
Bewildered Books

Beatrice the Bewildered Bumblebee is an endearing story about a bewildered bumblebee that will help children realize their own uniqueness as well as celebrate the uniqueness of others.

 

It’s a story with endearing artwork that is a gentle reminder that captures the desire of all children to both belong and feel special.

ISBN: 9798218769680 (Hardcover)
Ordering info: Blue Hat Publishing

THE COLORS OF ME
A Journey of Identity for Biracial Children
by Ekaette Kern
Illusrated by Adriel Meka
Ripples Media

The Colors of Me is a heartwarming tale that celebrates the beauty of being biracial.

 

Inspired by her daughter Shiloh, Ekaette Kern created a picture book that celebrates diversity and encourages children to embrace their identity with pride and confidence.

 

Through Shiloh’s journey of self-discovery, young readers learn valuable lessons about diversity, acceptance, and the richness of multicultural backgrounds.

ISBN: 9798991546300 (Paperback)
Ordering info: Ingram Wholesale

THE DAY SWEETIE PIE DIED
by Laurie Sharp
Illustrated by Emily Hurst Pritchett
Belle Isle Books, an imprint of Brandylane Publishers, Inc.

When Maggie returns to class eager to see Sweetie Pie, the beloved guinea pig, she and her classmates face an unexpected lesson on loss.

 

Guided with care by their teacher, Ms. Lamms, the children navigate grief and healing in The Day Sweetie Pie Died.

 

Called “an emotionally intelligent blueprint for discussing death” (Kirkus Reviews) and “a gift” (Laurens Fish III), this story is printed in a dyslexia-friendly font for all readers.

ISBN: 9781962416764 (Paperback)
9781962416757 (Hardcover)
9781962416771 (Ebook)

9798875188626 (Audiobook)

9798875188633 (Library Edition Audiobook)

Ordering info: Ingram Wholesale,

Barnes & Noble, Amazon

GOOD LUCK, PUCK!
A Winter Sports Adventure
by Donna Marx
Illustrated by Daniel Sulzberg
The Little Press

For fans of The Runaway Pea and sports-themed books, look out for Good Luck, Puck!, an action-packed picture book about teamwork, perseverance, and winter sports!

 

Puck is excited to join the Winter Games, but when his teammates get all the glory, he decides to find a life outside the hockey rink.

 

He searches for a sport where he can be the star. Despite a series of mishaps and penalties, Puck realizes he can shine and still be a team player.

ISBN: 9781956378375 (Hardcover) 9781956378382 (Ebook)
Ordering info: IPG

HUDSON'S MONARCH NURSERY
by Laurie Sharp
Illustrated by Rachel Novel
Mascot Kids!

Hudson’s Monarch Nursery is a tender, visually rich conservation story that inspires young readers to care for nature through one boy’s journey with monarch butterflies.

 

Called developmentally appropriate and captivating by speech-language pathologist Holly Leoni and a great conservation story by environmental scientist Noah Pastor, this book “flies far from the crowd,” praises Midwest Book Review.

 

Printed in a dyslexia-friendly font.

ISBN: 9798891382749 (Hardcover)
Ordering info: Follett, Ingram Wholesale, Amplify Publishing Group

KATIE'S REALLY BAD DAY
A Story About Test Anxiety
by Kathleen Jeffrey

Illustrated by Susan Kilmartin

 

Cheerful Katie sometimes gets anxious before tests, even when she knows the answers.

 

One day, Katie’s feelings are so enormous that she panics, disrupting the entire class.

 

With her teacher’s guidance, Katie discovers calming tools to soothe her nerves. Pretty soon, the whole class joins Katie to beat that test stress! 

 

“GET IT”

 — Kirkus Reviews

 

 “A vital addition to public libraries . . .”

— BookView Review, 5 Stars

 

Mom's Choice Award, Gold Winner

 

ISBN: 9798218968427 (Hardcover)
Ordering info: Ingram Wholesale

A KITE FOR MELIA
by Samuel Narh and Freda Narh
Illustrated by Valeria Suria
Chasing A Spider Publishing

"A well-told, offbeat story that blends themes of perseverance and healing." 

 —Kirkus Reviews

 

"A little girl named Melia builds a kite and learns about perseverance and acceptance." 

—BookLife/Publishers Weekly

 

“There are plenty of ways to teach kids about perseverance, but none quite as effective as a beautifully illustrated story.” —Independent Book Review

ISBN: 9781734789744 (Paperback)
9781734789706 (Hardcover)

9781734789713 (Ebook)

Ordering info: Itasca Books, OverDrive, Ingram Wholesale

PABLO
by Mar Andersons
Illustrated by Irvin Walkes
Kidstori

Pablo, a scrappy Mexican street dog, is dognapped  by a family of millennial do-gooders from Seattle.

 

With help from some new friends, Pablo begins the most important journey of his life: getting back home to his familia.

 

Pablo is educational, written in English, with Spanish words and phrases. It shines a light on children’s mental health, educating parents and kids alike about the Five Stages of Grief.

 

A child psychologist’s lesson plan is included.

ISBN: 9781738170401 (Hardcover)
Ordering info: Kidstori

SLOW DAYS
by D.S. Getson
Illusrated by Ivy Trazsi
Troubador Publishing

When Kya declares her day is "too slow," her grandmother suggests a walk on the beach.

 

As they gather kelp for lunch, Kya discovers a sea biscuit, learns how crabs molt, and marvels at sea stars.

 

Her nana shares fun facts about kelp and the cellular history connecting all living things.

 

Slow Days is a heartwarming story about the joy of unhurried moments and how the best days can be those when very little happens.

ISBN: 9781836285236 (Paperback)
9781836285243 (Hardcover) 9781806341382 (Ebook)
Ordering info: Ingram Wholesale, OverDrive

THE WAGA-LAGA BUGS
want to play ALL day!
by Andi Chitty
Illustrated by Sandra Attema-Welte
CCBB Publishing

“A read-out-loud delight; kids will love this rollicking insect tale.” 

—Kirkus Reviews, Starred Review

 

Enjoy the addictively fun refrain and bouncy rhymes in this fictional story about the power of community and helping others, then dive into the entomologist-approved back matter to learn about real-life bug behaviors before and during a storm!

ISBN: 9798998787713 (Hardcover)
Ordering info: CCBB Publishing, Amazon

CHRISTOPHER HAWKINS AND HIS DARING ESCAPES

A Revolutionary War Novel

by Jeanne Brownlee Becijos
Torch Publications

For ages 10-100. Celebrate America’s 250th with the true story of a teen’s fight for his country.

 

The Revolution is raging, and young Christopher Hawkins runs away to follow his dream as a sailor and patriot.

 

He escapes three times from the British, including from a horrific prison ship.

 

“The narrative is written in first person, paying homage to the original memoir by allowing readers to truly experience the story as if happening to them.”

—Kirkus Reviews

ISBN: 9780911079029 (Paperback) 9780911079036 (Hardcover)
(Audiobook also Available)
Ordering info: Ingram Wholesale, OverDrive

THE SAUSAGE RACE CHASE
Ballpark Mysteries

by David A. Kelly
Illustrated by Mark Meyers
Curveball Books

Get reluctant readers reading with the latest Ballpark Mysteries book!

 

Mike and Kate can’t wait for a day at the Milwaukee Brewers stadium—baseball, bratwurst, and fun.

 

But when the Racing Sausages vanish and a top-secret brat sauce recipe disappears, chaos hits game day.

 

Can they solve the mystery and save the Brewers before the final out?

 

Includes Brewers and ballpark facts! Part 1 of a doubleheader, followed by The Bobblehead Bunt!

ISBN: 9781959378181 (Paperback)
9781959378198 (Hardcover)
9781959378204 (Ebook)

Ordering info: Ingram Wholesale, Amazon, Barnes & Noble

THE WOOBLERS
Spread Your Wings & Learn to Fly

by LG Bridges
Illustrated by Tammie J. Walters
Colorful Crow Publishing

Deep in the Northern Thicket, a cold wind blows.

 

Tradition mandates the flock remain through the winter, and The Elders are big on following the rules.

 

Wooblers are a serious breed who spend most of their time attending to important matters requiring somber faces.

 

But Leader of the Flock has a deep, dark secret . . . and the flock's most misunderstood member has uncovered it.

 

Will the Wooblers have the faith to change? Things are about to get more colorful.

ISBN : 9781964271330 (Hardcover)

9781964271354 (Ebook)
Ordering info: Ingram Wholesale

FREDERIC CHOPIN
Classical Composers
by Joanne Mattern
Illustrated by Marilena Perilli

Red Chair Press

Frederic Chopin was a Polish-French composer and pianist known for his emotive and expressive piano compositions.

 

Chopin’s innovative approach to melody and musical form left a lasting mark, making him an influential figure in 19th-century classical music.

 

Colorful illustrations plus photographs of meaningful sites and settings connect readers to important points in Chopin’s history.

 

One of 13 biographies in the Classical Composers series.

ISBN: 9781643714318 (Paperback)

9781643714301 (Hardcover)

9781643714332 (Ebook)

9781643714677 (Audiobook)
Ordering info: Lerner Distribution, OverDrive, Follett

ROCCO CELEBRATES AMERICA'S 250TH BIRTHDAY AT THE WHITE HOUSE!
by Rocco Smirne
Illustrated by John Hutton
The White House Historical Association

Rocco is back! This time he celebrates America’s special 250th birthday by leading us on a visit to the White House.

 

Rocco shows us that 250 years of history can be found in the halls and collections of the White House!

ISBN:  9781950273843 (Hardcover)
Ordering info: The White House Historical Association (books@whha.org)