Chuck Caruso’s "The Meaning of Blood" promises a descent into a netherworld of blood and perversity, and it delivers on this as well as something even more heinous: the idea that ordinary people crave blood and perversity just as much... Read More
Armed with guidebook, clipboard, and binoculars, Jay and his mom head out to look for birds in the winter woods during the annual Christmas Bird Count, an important event for tracking bird populations across North, Central, and South... Read More
All bundled up for a midwinter trek through acres of secluded backyard wilderness, a father and son are unexpectedly beset by a snowstorm and lose sight of each other in this wordless story of family, friendship, and opening your heart... Read More
Explore the many quirks and anomalies of English spelling and pronunciation in an A-to-Z tribute to some of the most unconventional words in the lexicon. Learn why Y is not for “why” and U is not for “you,” but V is for... Read More
Two young boys excitedly prepare for the arrival of a tiny pair of adorable kittens, brothers just like them. Through this lovely introduction to pet care and responsibility—whether families are adopting an animal for the first time or... Read More
Celebrate justice, equality, and the power of peaceful protests while learning about the life of civil rights activist and spokesperson Clara Luper. A dedicated teacher, Luper was instrumental in the desegregation movement in Oklahoma... Read More
A patient teacher helps a group of temperamental toddlers peacefully navigate the dos and don’ts of sharing toys at playtime in a surprising story about encouraging the development of generosity through ownership. Young children will... Read More
In a tale of kindness and charity, Alfonzo’s stylish new coat slowly unravels as he gives bits and pieces of it away to those in need. Rhyming verses complemented by multihued and textured illustrations follow the coat’s demise as... Read More