Children
HELP! A Story of Friendship
Staff Comment
Can friendship survive gossip? This delightful story leads to good discussions.
Suggested by
Millie, East Shore Area Library
The Invention of Hugo Cabret
Staff Comment
Hugo Cabret, an orphan, clock keeper, and a thief, and the stories of his travels. Exciting!
Suggested by
Connor, East Shore Area Library
Love is my Favorite Thing
Staff Comment
Unconditional love and forgiveness are the focus in this adorable story.
Suggested by
Millie, East Shore Area Library
Only One Woof
Staff Comment
A delightful TRUE story from world famous country vet. Great for all ages.
Suggested by
Millie, East Shore Area Library
Pete the Cat and His Four Groovy Buttons
Staff Comment
Pete is a really cool cat whose motto is "It's all good."
Suggested by
Pat, East Shore Area Library
Runaway Ralph
Staff Comment
Tired of his annoying family, Ralph runs away to camp. But it is not what he expected.
Suggested by
Connor, East Shore Area Library
It's a Wonderful Life (For Kids!)
Staff Comment
Written by the original "Tommy" from the classic movie, this book is a perfect lesson that everyone's life matters. Wonderful!
Suggested by
Millie, East Shore Area Library
Woof
Staff Comment
Told from the dog's point-of-view, Bowser finds a new home with young "Birdie" and together they solve a home town mystery.
Suggested by
Millie, East Shore Area Library
If You Plant a Seed
Staff Comment
A beautiful story about sharing told with simple words and paintings.
Suggested by
Susan
The Story of Ferdinand
Staff Comment
This peacable bull has been smelling the flowers and delighting children for more than 30 years. A classic tale.
Suggested by
Millie
The Lion and the Mouse
Staff Comment
Beautiful illustrations and peek-through windows tell this traditional story.
Suggested by
Meg
Do Unto Others
Staff Comment
How will Mr. Rabbit be able to get along with his new neighbors? The golden rule!!
Suggested by
Brenda
Even superheroes have to sleep
Staff Comment
A funny rhyme showing children that sleep is important to everyone.
Suggested by
Ellen
The fox in the library
Staff Comment
The fox chases a mouse into the library and finds books!
Suggested by
Meg
Help! : a story of friendship
Staff Comment
What do friends do when a friend is in trouble?
Suggested by
Millie
A Wrinkle in Time
Staff Comment
A GREAT JUVENILE BOOK ABOUT ADVENTURES THROUGH TIME AND SPACE. (ALSO GREAT FOR ADULTS!) STRONG ETHICAL MESSAGE ABOUT COMBATTING TOTALITARIANISM.
Suggested by
Ray, Northern Dauphin Library
The Gift of the Christmas Cookie
Staff Comment
A tender story of giving, set during the Great Depression
Suggested by
Millie, East Shore Area Library
Staff Comment
He's motherless and on the run in 1936. He's also very smart! Wonderful story and characterization.