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The Runaway Pancake book cover

The Runaway Pancake

Written by Storytime and Illustrated by Clarissa França
A cheeky pancake escapes from the frying pan and goes on the run!
Pre-K - 1st
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Team Small and Tall

Written by Chris James and Illustrated by Serena Lombardo
Being the smallest or the tallest kid in school has its advantages. Find out why!
Pre-K - 1st
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Superhero Supermarket

Written by Paul Bristow and Illustrated by Josh Cleland
The best supermarket in the world is open for business!
Pre-K - 1st
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Nala and the Nanny Goat

Written by Kathryn England and Illustrated by Viv Campbell
Milking a goat isn’t the easiest thing in the world – as Nala discovers!
Pre-K - 1st
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Lucky Hans

Written by Storytime and Illustrated by Roger Simo
The adventures of a humble farmboy who believes that he is very lucky indeed!
Pre-K - 1st
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Juneteenth (Celebrations & Festivals)

Written by Tonya Abari and Illustrated by Ashley Evans
Join Jeremiah and his family as they celebrate Juneteenth and learn about the history, traditions, and meaning of Freedom Day.
K - 2nd
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Max's Magic Socks

Written by Elizabeth Dale and Illustrated by Werllen Holanda
A charming story about Max and his magical socks that seem to help him learn to roller-skate… or do they?
Pre-K - 1st
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Journey to the Infinite Mountain

Written by Storytime and Illustrated by Gabriel San Martin
Four kids and their dog go in search of a legendary place.
Pre-K - 1st
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The World Game: Soccer Circles the Globe

Written by John Coy and Illustrated by Phùng Nguyên Quang
This book follows a soccer game that travels around the world, showing how kids everywhere play and love the game.
K - 4th
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Rocco Celebrates America's 250th Birthday at the White House!

Written by Rocco Smirne and Illustrated by John Hutton
Take a tour of the White House and learn how it connects America’s past, present, and important moments in history, especially in this 250th celebration year of the USA!
K - 4th
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The Racer from Outer Space

Written by Storytime and Illustrated by Carlitos Pinheiro
This soapbox derby race is out of this world!
Pre-K - 1st
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Not a Robot

Written by Holly Wallis and Illustrated by Hugo Cuellar
Red 3869 is malfunctioning and the head scientist isn’t happy about it.
Pre-K - 1st
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Willie Jerome

Written by Alice Faye Duncan and Illustrated by Tyrone Geter
Willie Jerome loves playing jazz on the rooftop, but only his sister Judy believes in his music and helps others hear its beauty.
1st - 2nd
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The Good Egg

Written by Jory John and Illustrated by Pete Oswald
Meet the Good Egg! He always tries to be good. But the other eggs are SO silly and naughty!
Pre-K - 3rd
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My Panda Sweater

Written by Gilles Baum and Illustrated by Barroux
A girl loves her cozy panda sweater more than anything in the world, right up until she gives it away and discovers something even better waiting for her.
Pre-K - 2nd
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Fly Guy Presents: Dogs

Written and Illustrated by Tedd Arnold
Fly Guy and Buzz visit a dog show and learn fun facts about different kinds of dogs and the jobs they do.
K - 2nd
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The Bear, the Bat, and the Dove: Three Stories from Aesop

Written by Rob Cleveland and Illustrated by Baird Hoffmire
In this collection of three lesser‑known Aesop’s Fables, you’ll discover how a bat ended up flying only at night, why choosing good friends really matters, and how even the tiniest creature—like an ant—can become a hero.
Pre-K - 3rd
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The Crab Walk

Written by Storytime and Illustrated by Zhanna Mendel
Baby crab discovers that some advice isn’t worth listening to!
Pre-K - 2nd
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The Best Day Ever

Written by Storytime and Illustrated by Esther Diana
Lupo the dog has the most fabulously fantastic day of his life – again!
Pre-K - 3rd
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A Tiger's Journey

Written by Storytime and Illustrated by Chloe Chang
A powerful story about a Siberian tiger family who must leave their forest home and journey north to find a new home.
Pre-K - 1st
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The Naughty Goats

Written by Storytime and Illustrated by Cristina Shiilia

Olwen has to get the goats to pasture, but the goats are in the mood for mischief.

You can read this...

Pre-K - 1st
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The Slavic Story Treasury: Folktales of Wisdom, Kindness, and Quiet Strength

Written by Serhii Sakal
The Slavic Story Treasury is a bright, welcoming collection of classic Slavic folk tales—stories that were once told beside glowing fires and are now retold in simple, musical language for today’s kids and families.
K - 5th
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Adventures with Sam & Saint: Holiday Celebrations

Written by Teri Rose and Illustrated by Jayden Ellsworth
Sam and Saint, Santa’s color‑loving kid helpers, are traveling around the world to learn how different people celebrate special days. When they stop by Ms. Bird’s bright and welcoming classroom, they listen as children share stories about the holidays and traditions they enjoy at home. From colorful festivals to meaningful family moments, Sam and Saint discover how wonderful it is that every culture has its own way to celebrate.
Pre-K - 5th
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We Dream a World: Carrying the Light From My Grandparents Martin Luther King, Jr. and Coretta Scott King

Written by Yolanda Renee King and Illustrated by Nicole Tadgell
What would the world look like if everyone were treated with kindness, fairness, and love? Yolanda Renee King, the granddaughter of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and Coretta Scott King, wrote this book as a love letter to her grandparents and a dream for a better future. Could you be one of the next great dreamers who helps make that world come true?
Pre-K - 3rd

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