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Narwhal is a happy go lucky sea creature who loves waffles and parties. Jelly is a no nonsense jellyfish who prefers to keep things sensible. The two might not have a lot in common at first glance, but they are about to discover the whole wide ocean together! In this wonderfully silly graphic novel, Narwhal gets a little lost but ends up finding an amazing new best friend. You will get to join Narwhal and Jelly as they form their very own pod of awesomeness with their quirky ocean friends. They even try to read the best book ever made, even though it has absolutely no words or pictures.
6-8 Years
64 Pages
3.9
/5
11 Reviews
7 Recs
Meet Trinity Shwartz! Moving to a brand new state means being the new kid in school, which can feel a little scary. Trinity has always been a quiet girl who likes to keep to herself. But this year, something feels different. She's starting at Greenport Middle School, and it’s a big chance for her to try new things and make new friends.
Join Trinity as she navigates the hallways, classrooms, and new experiences. Will she stay shy and let others decide things for her, or will she find her own brave voice? This story is all about discovering who you truly are, even when everything around you is new. You'll laugh, you'll feel, and you'll cheer for Trinity as she learns to speak up and chase her own dreams. Get ready for an exciting journey of friendship and finding your courage!
6-8 Years
9-12 Years
176 Pages
4.3
/5
3 Reviews
Meet Frog and Toad, two amphibious best friends who are always there for each other. Frog is cheerful and energetic, while Toad would usually prefer to stay in bed. Yet, together, they make the perfect pair.
Join them for five classic adventures that celebrate the true meaning of friendship. You will help Toad search for his lost white button, wait patiently for a very important letter to arrive in the mail, and celebrate the joyful arrival of spring. The short chapters and highly accessible vocabulary are specifically designed to help you build confidence as you begin to read independently. It is a funny, tender, and deeply comforting introduction to one of literature's most beloved duos.
6-8 Years
64 Pages
3.7
/5
11 Reviews
6 Recs
Oh no! Your favorite heroic hound, Dog Man, is in big trouble. He's been sent to the pound for a crime he didn't commit, and now everyone thinks he's bad to the bone! Can Dog Man's loyal pals help clear his name and prove his innocence? While his friends work hard to solve the mystery, Dog Man faces a tough challenge. He's part dog and part man, and sometimes it feels like he doesn't quite fit in with either world. Join Dog Man on an exciting adventure filled with laughs, friendship, and a quest to discover where he truly belongs. This sixth book in the bestselling Dog Man series from Dav Pilkey is packed with action and heart, perfect for young readers who love hilarious stories and amazing comic art.
6-8 Years
9-12 Years
13-18 Years
224 Pages
5.0
/5
4 Reviews
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Young Franklin Stein is tired of feeling lonely, so he decides to take matters into his own hands and build a friend from scratch. Using an odd collection of leftover odds and ends, he pieces together a highly unusual, towering creature that he names Fred. To Franklin, Fred is an absolute masterpiece and the perfect companion.
The neighbors, however, do not feel the same way. When they look at Fred, they scream and call the gentle giant terrible names, terrified by his bizarre appearance. But Franklin refuses to give up on his handmade best friend. He bravely enters Fred into the local pet show, determined to prove that true friendship comes in all shapes and sizes. This funny, heartwarming story teaches a wonderful lesson about acceptance, showing that you should never judge a creature by its cover.
6-8 Years
32 Pages
Deep in a lush green rainforest, a pig, a parrot, and a potto have a very important daily routine. Every afternoon, they gather together to enjoy a lovely tea party. There is just one giant problem ruining their perfect plans. It rains every single day at exactly the wrong time, soaking their biscuits and watering down their tea.
The three friends try everything they can think of to stay dry, but the daily downpour is relentless. Just when they are about to give up on their favorite afternoon tradition entirely, they come up with a brilliant, funny solution to beat the weather. This clever and delightfully illustrated story proves that with a little bit of creative problem solving, you can still have a wonderful time even when things do not go exactly according to plan.
6-8 Years
Zombie comes home from a jungle biome scare-cation with the worst souvenir possible: he has swapped bodies with his human friend Steve. Now Zombie has to survive in a human body until the next full moon, which means dealing with eyeballs, a nose, and guts that do not hang out where he can see them.
As if that were not enough, Human School is getting ready for a huge Minecraft death match where the winner becomes the most popular kid around. Zombie wants to make it through without ruining everything, but being someone else is harder than he expected.
Zombie Swap is a funny body-swap adventure about friendship, identity, and learning that what is inside matters most, even for a zombie.
6-8 Years
9-12 Years
192 Pages
Rodney Rat has a tough time at school because he cannot pronounce his R sounds. The other rodents tease him constantly, making him feel small and shy. The classroom dynamic changes completely when Camilla Capybara arrives. Camilla is bigger, meaner, and smarter than everyone else, and she immediately begins bullying the entire class. No one knows how to stop her until the students play a game of Simon Says. You will discover how Rodney's unique way of speaking unexpectedly becomes a secret weapon against the fierce new bully. This heartwarming and hilarious story reminds us that sometimes our biggest insecurities can turn into our greatest strengths.
6-8 Years
37 Pages
Ruby has a big problem when she starts at a new school. She wants to fit in so badly that she starts copying everything the girl sitting next to her does! When Angela wears a red bow in her hair, Ruby comes back after lunch wearing a red bow, too. When Angela reads a poem, Ruby copies the exact same words.
It can be very frustrating when someone copies everything you do, and Angela is not happy about it. Luckily, Ruby's kind teacher steps in to help. Miss Hart knows that Ruby has her own wonderful talents hiding inside.
You will laugh as you read about Ruby's silly attempts to be exactly like her new friend. Best of all, you will discover why it is so much more fun to stop copying others and just be exactly who you are.
6-8 Years
32 Pages
Officer Buckle knows more about safety than anyone else in town, but nobody ever listens to his speeches. The students at Napville Elementary School always fall asleep when he starts talking about his safety tips!
Everything changes the day the police department gets a smart and expressive dog named Gloria. When Gloria goes to the school with Officer Buckle, the students suddenly sit up, cheer, and laugh. Officer Buckle thinks he is finally doing a great job, but he does not realize that Gloria is standing right behind him acting out all the safety rules with hilarious acrobatics.
What will happen when Officer Buckle watches himself on the local news and discovers his dog is the real star? You will love reading about this funny mix-up and seeing how these two partners learn that they are always better when they work together.
6-8 Years
40 Pages
Snoopy knows that love can show up in big hugs, tiny notes, silly smiles, and loyal friendships. In this cheerful Peanuts board book, young readers join Snoopy, Woodstock, Charlie Brown, Sally, Linus, and the rest of the gang as they notice all the warm and funny ways friends care about one another.
The familiar Peanuts characters make this a gentle read about kindness, affection, and friendship without feeling too serious. From Snoopy and Woodstock’s close bond to Sally’s famous feelings for her Sweet Babboo, each moment keeps the tone light, cozy, and full of charm.
With simple text and bright character artwork, Love Is Everywhere, Snoopy! is a sweet choice for young Peanuts fans, classroom discussions about friendship, or a comforting read-aloud about showing people you care.
6-8 Years
26 Pages
Jump right into a fun and creative world where drawing meets friendship. Makayla has a million ideas but no clue how to turn them into stories. Howard loves to sketch, but his dad thinks making comics is a total waste of time. Lynda fills her sketchbook every day but cannot stop focusing on her mistakes. Then there is Art, who simply loves trying new things. When these four kids team up, they form a special group dedicated to exploring their imagination. Together, they discover the magic of self-expression and learn the actual steps of making their very own comics. You will follow along as they overcome their creative blocks, share their artistic talents, and support each other through every challenge. This unique story shows you exactly how to transform your own big ideas into amazing comic book adventures.
6-8 Years
9-12 Years
288 Pages
Pet Club day should be exciting, but one sign changes everything: strictly no elephants.
The boy’s tiny pet elephant is gentle, loyal, and a real friend, but the club only seems ready for ordinary pets like cats, dogs, and fish. Instead of giving up, the boy meets others whose unusual animals have also been left out. Together, they begin to imagine a kinder kind of club.
Strictly No Elephants is a warm, imaginative picture book about friendship, belonging, and making room for everyone. Its sweet story and expressive illustrations help young readers understand inclusion in a simple, memorable way: true friends do not shut one another out.
6-8 Years
32 Pages
When the sun finally goes down and the world turns wonderfully dark, two best friends are ready for an adventure. A young vampire boy named Morgan and an eager little witch named Bela want to solve a major mystery. They are setting out into the night to find out if ordinary human children actually exist. But their timing is quite unusual. It happens to be Halloween night, and the streets are filled with all sorts of creatures and surprises. As they search for real humans, they stumble into a wild party full of costumes and candy. Join these spooky but friendly characters on a funny nighttime journey that will turn everything they thought they knew completely upside down.
6-8 Years
34 Pages
One torn piece of a map is enough to send Frank and Joe Hardy into detective mode.
When nine-year-old Frank and eight-year-old Joe find part of what may be a treasure map, they know the real adventure is just beginning. The rest of the map is missing, and if they want any chance of finding the treasure, they will need help from their friends and plenty of careful sleuthing.
This beginning chapter-book mystery gives young readers a kid-sized Hardy Boys case full of clues, teamwork, and treasure-hunt excitement. As the brothers search for the missing pieces, every discovery brings them closer to the answer without making the path too easy.
6-8 Years
9-12 Years
65 Pages
It is incredibly difficult when a best friend gets sick, and even harder to understand when they do not get better. After her beloved classmate and friend Rudi passes away, a young girl struggles to process her feelings of sadness and loss. To honor his memory, she and her schoolmates come together to build a special project: a beautiful, peaceful pond situated right next to the big oak tree in their schoolyard. They hang a bright hummingbird feeder that Rudi himself had made, hoping to bring life and beauty to his memorial. When a delicate hummingbird suddenly appears to drink from the feeder, the children find a gentle sense of comfort. Based on a true story, this poignant and beautifully illustrated narrative provides a compassionate look at grief, the healing power of community, and the ways we can keep the memories of those we love alive forever.
6-8 Years
9-12 Years
32 Pages
