Chinese New Year
Part of the nonfiction Orca Origins series, Chinese New Year is illustrated with color photographs throughout. Readers will learn how a simple gathering of family and friends grew into a weeklong, worldwide festival.
Mr. Universe
In this high-interest accessible novel for teen readers, Michael accidentally finds himself in an alternate universe being chased by scary lizard men in gray suits.
Tornado
In this high-interest accessible novel for teen readers, sixteen-year-old Cam must find his way home to save his little brother when a tornado hits.
Pickpocket
In this high-interest accessible novel for teen readers, 17-year-old Jean-Luc is sent away to live with his uncle in a small town on the coast of France.
Beep Beep Bubbie
A story about the relationship between a grandmother and her grandchildren when she gets a motorized scooter.
We Wear Masks
In this picture book, readers are introduced to all sorts of professionals and other people who wear masks in their daily lives and are reminded that wearing a mask to limit the spread of germs is an act of kindness.
Embrace the Chicken
In this high-interest accessible novel for middle readers, Shivani is horrified when her mother volunteers to cook traditional Indian food for her school's annual fundraiser.
Back
After serving time for a violent crime, Jojo returns to the neighborhood and tries to take his life back.
Beyond Repair
In this high-interest accessible novel for middle readers, Cam, grieving over the death of his father, becomes worried he is being stalked.
Sticks and Stones
In this high-interest accessible novel for teen readers, Jujube takes on her tormentors and helps a group of girls win back their self-esteem.
Chick: Lister
In this high-interest accessible novel for middle readers, fourteen-year-old Chick struggles with obsessive-compulsive disorder and his father’s expectations.
Death Drop
In this high-interest novel for middle readers, Zeke gets caught up in a mystery involving a missing child, a thrill ride and a priceless piece of art.
Swiped
In this high-interest accessible novel for middle readers, Trevor and his friends try to figure out who is behind the theft of a valuable hockey book.
The Thing You're Good At
In this high-interest novel for teen readers, Jake tries to help his friend Maria after her parents are deported.
If a Tree Falls
Part of the nonfiction Orca Footprints series for middle readers and illustrated with color photographs. Find out how global deforestation affects the planet and what you can do to keep forests healthy for future generations.
Hockey Night in Kenya
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In this illustrated short chapter book, two Kenyan orphans get to experience the joy of playing ice hockey.
Lent Roland
Une histoire tout en douceur au sujet d'une petite fille et de son frère lent comme un escargot. Ce bel album rappelle aux lecteurs d'être patients et d'aider les personnes qu'ils aiment.
L’ Homme à la barbe hirsute
Dans cet album aux illustrations empreintes d’émotion, un garçon interroge sa mère sur un sans-abri qu’il a aperçu.
Once Upon an Hour
A child is told a bedtime tale about how the 12 animals of the Korean zodiac came together to save a young character on their quest for a plant known to have healing properties in this gorgeously illustrated picture book.
Slow Moe
A charming story about a little girl whose brother is as slow as a snail. This beautifully illustrated picture book reminds readers to be patient and supportive of the people they love.
The Wrench
In this quirky, brightly illustrated take on overconsumption, Bob goes to the store to buy one thing and comes home with many things he doesn’t need.
Nous sommes gentils
Un album qui encourage les enfants à être gentils avec les autres et avec eux-mêmes.
Return from Extinction
This nonfiction book for middle readers tells the story of the northern elephant seal, from being hunted to near extinction less than 100 years ago to their thriving population of more than 250,000 today. Illustrated with photos from the author.
When We Are Kind / Nihá’ádaahwiinít’íigo
This dual-language beautiful picture book looks at how the simple act of being kind, to others and oneself, affects all aspects of a child’s life. In English and Diné.
