Laura Cornell

A child ponders the meaning of the human race. Is it a track meet with lanes and a coach? Do you have to win? This charming exploration takes you on a literal thought exercise about what it means to be part of the human family. Instead of focusing on crossing the finish line first, you will discover that life is about how you run the race. You will see that making good choices, helping others, and enjoying the journey are the real prizes. The clever wordplay and lively scenes show that every small, positive step makes the world a better place. It is a warm, funny look at compassion, connection, and doing your best every single day.

You watch a balloon slip from your fingers and float high into the sky. Where does it go? Does it dance with airplanes or share a meal with the stars? Follow one boy's runaway balloon on a wild, imaginary adventure far above the clouds. You will join the floating journey as the balloon meets flying birds and travels to mysterious new places. Losing something special can feel sad, but it also opens the door to wonderful questions and soaring daydreams. The rhyming text and funny possibilities turn a simple childhood accident into an exciting mystery. You will never look at a floating balloon the same way again.

Waiting for a special day can feel like it takes forever! Whether you are looking forward to your birthday, a fun holiday, or a big family trip, it is not always easy to be patient. Sometimes, the best way to count down the days is by figuring out exactly how many more sleeps are left until the fun begins. In this joyful and beautifully illustrated story, you will discover exactly why waiting can actually be a wonderful thing. From New Year's Day all the way to Kwanzaa, there are so many exciting milestones to celebrate throughout the year. With a little bit of patience and a lot of imagination, you can find reasons to cheer every single day. Get ready to explore the magic of delayed gratification and learn how to make the time between your favorite holidays just as special as the big events themselves!

A little girl asks to hear her favorite story in the whole world. It is not about princesses or dragons, but the true tale of the night she joined her family. You will sit right beside her as she prompts her parents to recount the midnight phone call, the rushed airplane ride, and the very first moment they held her. She knows every detail by heart, but hearing it reminds her of the deep love that brought them together. This warm, joyful celebration of adoption captures the magic of becoming a family. The loving traditions and familiar retellings show exactly how special it feels to be wanted and cherished.

A proud four-year-old takes a look back at her youth. When she was a baby, she could only cry, sleep, and eat mushy food. Now, she can ride a tricycle, enjoy a slice of pizza, and choose her own clothes. You will join her in celebrating all the amazing things she can do now that she is a big girl. She compares her tiny baby habits with her impressive new skills, highlighting exactly how much she has grown. Looking back at the past proves just how far she has come. This funny and honest memoir captures the excitement of leaving babyhood behind and discovering the independence of being four.

A teacher shares a fascinating family story about a great-grandmother who traveled across the ocean to a new country. She could only bring one small suitcase with her. Now, it is your turn to think about a massive journey. If you had to leave your home and could only pack a single bag, what would you take? You have to choose the items that truly represent who you are. This interactive exploration gets you thinking about your roots, your identity, and the brave people who start over in unfamiliar places. Packing your own imaginary suitcase helps you figure out what matters most and what pieces of your life say the most about you.

Some days you wake up ready to paint your face and eat noodles for breakfast. Other days, you feel heavy, gray, and ready to cry over a fight with a friend. Your moods can flip and flop all over the place, and that is perfectly okay. You will follow a young girl as she experiences a whirlwind of emotions, from cranky and sad to excited and silly. Naming your feelings makes them much easier to handle. The bouncy verses and bright scenes help you recognize the shifting feelings inside your own head. Learning to ride the wave of your changing moods turns a confusing day into a colorful adventure.

A mother is a superhero in disguise. She untangles tricky kites, bakes the perfect cookies, and even manages to steal bases during a game. To her child, she is so amazing that she must have hung the moon in the sky and tied it up with a string. You will feel the warmth of this deep love as the child lists all the wonderful, everyday miracles a mom performs. Whether she is driving the carpool or lighting up a room with a smile, she makes the world feel safe and bright. This tender celebration captures the ordinary magic of a mother's endless dedication and love.