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Something Like Home is a heartfelt novel in verse that uses its poetic structure to give students a gentle, honest window into the themes of family, belonging, and resilience. This powerful story is a quick, engaging read perfect for sparking deep ELA discussions on character development and poetic structure in grades 4-6.
Rory is an orca who dreams of seeing the Northern Lights. Along his adventure he meets new friends, forming a special bond as they travel together. The book teaches young readers about determination, friendship, and reaching goals. The illustrations are gorgeous and the “Fun Facts” section at the end adds another layer of learning. A beautiful and memorable read.
Frilly wished she could be red, just like the flowers she loved best. But no matter how hard she tried, she stayed green—until she realized her beautiful emerald shade was exactly who she was meant to be.
Aaron Blabey’s Cut to the Chase delivers fast-paced humor, bizarre adventures, and plenty of chaos as the Bad Guys navigate yet another dimension. With quick dialogue, expressive illustrations, and over-the-top antics, this installment is full of the slapstick humor kids love.
After the mysterious and grisly murder of her father, Marjan, an Iranian American teen, struggles to manage his struggling veterinary practice. When a stranger delivers a plane ticket to London and claims Marjan must tend to a mythical animal, she is thrust into a hidden world where griffons, unicorns, and other legendary creatures exist. A