Ava the Monster Slayer: Sleepover Superheroes
By Lisa Maggiore
At their school’s sleepover event, Ava and her friends must rescue their beloved stuffies after they’ve been taken by a group of older girls. But that means they must enter the school hallways, rumored to be haunted with ghosts and mythical creatures! This imaginative graphic-novel style picture book keeps youngsters on the edge of their seats while showing them how to face their fears. Ages 3-6.
The Legend of the Serpent Witch
By F.P. LaRue
Just in time for Halloween comes a new Scary Shivers Mystery adventure where young readers can solve mysteries alongside Ollie, Mellie and Scotty. In the third edition, they stumble upon clothing in the woods that belongs to a group of boys who went missing. Through their quest to find the missing kids, they encounter an evil witch who casts scary spells and wicked curses on the whole town! Ages 9-12
Willard DoGooder and the Trail of Friends
By Jen Kirkley
Willard DoGooder has trouble making friends because he feels different. One day, he sets off on a magical trail that leads him to meet new friends who are also different from their peers. Each friend that Willard DoGooder meets teaches him exactly how to approach differences, learn from one another, and appreciate each other’s gifts. A much-needed reminder that everyone has something “different” about them, but we all can be included and bring our talents to share! Ages 3-8
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I’m Sorry You Got Mad
By Kyle Lukoff
Kids aren’t the best at making apologies, and Jack is no different. When asked to apologize to his classmate, Zoe, for knocking over her castle, he has trouble finding the right words. But with some help from his teacher, Jack recognizes that an apology is more than words – it is about feelings. A great book to share with kids to discuss what sincere and meaningful apology looks like. Ages 3-6.
Show Up and Vote
By Ani DiFranco
Grammy-winning artist Ani DiFranco has penned a relevant and timely story about the importance of voting. This story follows a wide-eyed young girl who accompanies her mother to their local polling station on Election Day. The young girl takes in all the emotions and learns, in an age-appropriate way, of why voting matters. A tool for parents to get kids excited about being voters themselves someday.
This collection of books was gathered by freelance writer Lori Orlinsky, an award-winning, bestselling children’s book author and industry expert who lives and breathes children’s books.
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