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The Legend of Rock Paper Scissors
The Legend of Rock Paper Scissors
K to 3rd grade
The epic tale of how Rock, Paper, and Scissors met. Big laughs for kids and adults.
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The best Friendship picture books for parents and teachers, sorted by grade. Read alouds from our channel come first.
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Making friends, keeping them, and working things out when friends disagree.
125 books · 64 with a read aloud on our channel
Enemy Pie
Enemy Pie
K to 3rd grade
A boy's dad promises a secret recipe to get rid of his new enemy, but there's a catch: he has to spend the whole day with him. A clever, funny story about how enemies become friends.
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The Humble Pie
The Humble Pie
The Food Group seriesK to 3rd grade
Another punny Food Group story, this time about bragging and why a little humility goes a long way.
The Invisible Boy
The Invisible Boy
K to 3rd grade
Quiet Brian feels invisible at school until a new classmate, Justin, notices him and his amazing drawings. A powerful read for talking about inclusion and the kids who get left out.
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The Sour Grape
The Sour Grape
The Food Group seriesK to 3rd grade
A grape who holds every grudge learns to let things go. Laugh out loud funny with a real lesson about forgiveness.
A Sick Day for Amos McGee
A Sick Day for Amos McGee
PreK to 3rd grade
Zookeeper Amos visits his animal friends every day, so when he gets sick, they come to visit him. A Caldecott winner about friendship and kindness.
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I Am Going! (An Elephant and Piggie Book)
I Am Going! (An Elephant and Piggie Book)
Elephant and Piggie seriesPreK to 3rd grade
Piggie says she's going, and Gerald panics. A funny friendship story for early readers.
Jenny Mei Is Sad
Jenny Mei Is Sad
PreK to 3rd grade
Jenny Mei smiles a lot, but her friend can tell she's sad underneath and simply stays by her side. A lovely story about how to be there for a friend.
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The Big Cheese
The Big Cheese
The Food Group seriesK to 3rd grade
A cheese who has to win at everything learns what really matters. Perfect for the competitive kid in your house.
Pink and Say
Pink and Say
4th to 5th grade
Two Union soldiers, one Black and one white, find friendship during the Civil War. A moving, true family story best for older kids.
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Listen to My Trumpet!
Listen to My Trumpet!
Elephant and Piggie seriesPreK to 2nd grade
Piggie has a trumpet and Gerald has to listen. Big laughs and a lesson about being a kind friend.
The Rainbow Fish
The Rainbow Fish
The Rainbow Fish seriesPreK to 1st grade
The most beautiful fish in the sea learns that sharing his shiny scales brings him friends and happiness. A sparkly classic about kindness and sharing.
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The Thank You Book
The Thank You Book
Elephant and Piggie seriesPreK to 2nd grade
Piggie sets out to thank everyone, and the last thank you is for the reader. A sweet farewell to Elephant and Piggie and a perfect gratitude book.
Stick and Stone
Stick and Stone
PreK to 3rd grade
When Pinecone teases Stone, Stick stands up for him, and the two become best friends. A sweet, simple book about friendship and standing up for others.
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I'm a Frog!
I'm a Frog!
Elephant and Piggie seriesPreK to 2nd grade
Piggie is pretending to be a frog, and Gerald is very confused. A funny intro to the fun of pretending.
Strictly No Elephants
Strictly No Elephants
PreK to 2nd grade
A boy and his tiny pet elephant are turned away from the neighborhood pet club. A sweet story about inclusion and starting a club where everyone is welcome.
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The Skeleton and the Cat
The Skeleton and the Cat
PreK to 2nd grade
A skeleton and a cat become unlikely friends. Spooky in the best way, and sweet underneath.
Tiger and Badger
Tiger and Badger
PreK to 2nd grade
Best friends Tiger and Badger argue over a toy, a chair, and sharing, then work things out. A funny, honest look at friendship for preschoolers.
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My New Friend Is So Fun! (An Elephant and Piggie Book)
My New Friend Is So Fun! (An Elephant and Piggie Book)
Elephant and Piggie seriesPreK to 2nd grade
Gerald worries Piggie's new friend will replace him. A sweet story about jealousy and friendship.
A Pocket for Corduroy
A Pocket for Corduroy
Corduroy seriesPreK to 2nd grade
Corduroy wanders off at the laundromat looking for a pocket of his own and gets lost overnight, until Lisa finds him. A sweet, reassuring story about being loved just as you are.
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Can I Play Too?
Can I Play Too?
Elephant and Piggie seriesPreK to 2nd grade
A snake wants to play catch with Gerald and Piggie. A funny way to talk about including everyone.
Stellaluna
Stellaluna
PreK to 3rd grade
A baby fruit bat lands in a bird's nest and tries to live like a bird, until she finds her mother again. A gorgeous classic about friendship across differences.
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Ricky, the Rock That Couldn't Roll
Ricky, the Rock That Couldn't Roll
You Rock Group seriesK to 2nd grade
Ricky can't roll like the other rocks, so his friends find a way to help. A rhyming story about inclusion that kids ask for again and again.
The Velveteen Rabbit
The Velveteen Rabbit
PreK to 2nd grade
A stuffed rabbit learns from the wise Skin Horse that being truly loved makes you Real. Tender and bittersweet, it is a beautiful way to talk with kids about love and loss.
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Should I Share My Ice Cream? (An Elephant and Piggie Book)
Should I Share My Ice Cream? (An Elephant and Piggie Book)
Elephant and Piggie seriesPreK to 1st grade
Gerald has a big decision to make, and it's melting fast. A funny, relatable book about sharing.
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A Big Guy Took My Ball!
A Big Guy Took My Ball!
Elephant and Piggie seriesPreK to 2nd grade
A whale takes Piggie's ball, and Gerald finds a kind solution. Great for talking about sharing and size.
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I Love My New Toy! (An Elephant and Piggie Book)
I Love My New Toy! (An Elephant and Piggie Book)
Elephant and Piggie seriesPreK to 2nd grade
Gerald breaks Piggie's new toy and their friendship is tested. A great one about forgiveness.
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Happy Pig Day!
Happy Pig Day!
Elephant and Piggie seriesPreK to 2nd grade
Gerald worries he can't celebrate Pig Day. A sweet story about being included.
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Pigs Make Me Sneeze! (An Elephant and Piggie Book)
Pigs Make Me Sneeze! (An Elephant and Piggie Book)
Elephant and Piggie seriesPreK to 2nd grade
Gerald thinks he's allergic to Piggie. Big laughs and a happy ending.
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I Really Like Slop!
I Really Like Slop!
Elephant and Piggie seriesPreK to 2nd grade
Piggie loves slop, and Gerald has to decide whether to try it. A funny book about trying new things for a friend.
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We Are in a Book!
We Are in a Book!
Elephant and Piggie seriesPreK to 1st grade
Gerald and Piggie discover they're in a book and someone is reading them. So clever and fun.
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Let's Go for a Drive!
Let's Go for a Drive!
Elephant and Piggie seriesPreK to 2nd grade
Gerald plans everything for a drive, and they forget one thing. Silly and fun for early readers.
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I Will Take a Nap! (An Elephant and Piggie Book)
I Will Take a Nap! (An Elephant and Piggie Book)
Elephant and Piggie seriesPreK to 2nd grade
Gerald is cranky and wants a nap, but Piggie isn't helping. Funny and relatable for tired families.
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Dragons Love Tacos
Dragons Love Tacos
Dragons Love Tacos seriesPreK to 2nd grade
Dragons love tacos, but never give them spicy salsa. A hilarious read aloud kids ask for over and over.
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The Cool Bean
The Cool Bean
The Food Group seriesPreK to 2nd grade
Being cool isn't about the clothes, it's about being kind. A great one for starting a new school year.
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The Good Egg Presents: The Great Eggscape!
The Good Egg Presents: The Great Eggscape!
The Food Group seriesPreK to 2nd grade
The eggs escape the store and have the best adventure. A fun spring and Easter pick from the Food Group crew.
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I Will Surprise My Friend! (An Elephant and Piggie Book)
I Will Surprise My Friend! (An Elephant and Piggie Book)
Elephant and Piggie seriesPreK to 2nd grade
Gerald and Piggie try to surprise each other. A funny, sweet friendship story.
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I Broke My Trunk!
I Broke My Trunk!
Elephant and Piggie seriesPreK to 2nd grade
Gerald tells a long, wild story about how he broke his trunk. Kids love the big ending.
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The Cool Bean Presents: As Cool as It Gets
The Cool Bean Presents: As Cool as It Gets
The Food Group seriesPreK to 3rd grade
The Cool Bean and friends in a snowy, cozy adventure about friendship. Great for winter break.
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Watch Me Throw the Ball! (An Elephant and Piggie Book)
Watch Me Throw the Ball! (An Elephant and Piggie Book)
Elephant and Piggie seriesPreK to 2nd grade
Piggie can't throw well but has the most fun. A great reminder that fun matters more than winning.
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I Am Invited to a Party! (An Elephant and Piggie Book)
I Am Invited to a Party! (An Elephant and Piggie Book)
Elephant and Piggie seriesPreK to 2nd grade
Gerald and Piggie prepare for a party, and they overdress. Silly fun for early readers.
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There Is a Bird on Your Head! (An Elephant and Piggie Book)
There Is a Bird on Your Head! (An Elephant and Piggie Book)
Elephant and Piggie seriesPreK to 2nd grade
Gerald has a bird on his head, then a nest, then babies. Kids crack up every time.
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Waiting Is Not Easy!
Waiting Is Not Easy!
Elephant and Piggie seriesPreK to 2nd grade
Piggie has a surprise, and Gerald has to wait for it. Every kid who's ever been impatient will relate.
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Frog and Toad Are Friends
Frog and Toad Are Friends
Frog and Toad seriesPreK to 3rd grade
The book that started it all for Frog and Toad. Gentle, funny, and still perfect for early readers.
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Frog and Toad Together
Frog and Toad Together
Frog and Toad seriesPreK to 2nd grade
Five short stories about the best friendship in children's books. Perfect for new readers and for reading together.
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The Bad Seed Presents: The Good, the Bad, and the Spooky
The Bad Seed Presents: The Good, the Bad, and the Spooky
The Food Group seriesPreK to 3rd grade
The Bad Seed takes on Halloween with the whole gang. Silly spooky fun without being scary.
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Today I Will Fly!
Today I Will Fly!
Elephant and Piggie seriesPreK to 2nd grade
Piggie is sure she'll fly today, and Gerald isn't so sure. Funny and great for big dreamers.
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My Friend Is Sad
My Friend Is Sad
Elephant and Piggie seriesPreK to 1st grade
Gerald is sad and Piggie tries everything to cheer him up. Funny and sweet, and it shows kids what being a good friend looks like.
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Elephants Cannot Dance!
Elephants Cannot Dance!
Elephant and Piggie seriesPreK to 2nd grade
Gerald is sure he can't dance, but he gives it a try. A sweet reminder that trying is what counts.
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The Cool Bean Makes a Splash
The Cool Bean Makes a Splash
The Food Group seriesK to 2nd grade
A summer day at the pool and a lesson about including everyone. Light, funny, and kind.
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Are You Ready to Play Outside? (An Elephant and Piggie Book)
Are You Ready to Play Outside? (An Elephant and Piggie Book)
Elephant and Piggie seriesPreK to 2nd grade
Rain ruins their plans, until it doesn't. A great book about making the best of things.
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We Don't Eat Our Classmates
We Don't Eat Our Classmates
Penelope Rex seriesPreK to 2nd grade
Penelope Rex has a hard time not eating her classmates. A hilarious first day of school book about making friends.
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Maddi's Fridge
Maddi's Fridge
K to 4th grade
Sophia learns her friend Maddi doesn't have enough food at home. A gentle, important story about empathy and helping quietly.
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The Good Egg and the Talent Show
The Good Egg and the Talent Show
The Food Group seriesPreK to 2nd grade
The Good Egg gets nervous before the talent show and finds his own way to shine. An easy reader that new readers love.
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We Will Rock Our Classmates
We Will Rock Our Classmates
Penelope Rex seriesPreK to 2nd grade
Penelope Rex is nervous about the talent show. Funny and sweet for kids with stage fright.
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Unicorn's Slime Rescue: A Story On Being Helpful
Unicorn's Slime Rescue: A Story On Being Helpful
K to 2nd grade
Ted and Unicorn go looking for a place to play with slime and end up helping fairy tale characters along the way. Messy fun with a message about helping others.
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Being Frank
Being Frank
K to 2nd grade
Frank tells the truth, a little too much of it. A funny, kind look at being honest without hurting feelings.
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Good Night, Little Blue Truck
Good Night, Little Blue Truck
Little Blue Truck seriesPreK to 2nd grade
A storm scares the animals, and Little Blue Truck keeps them safe. A cozy bedtime read.
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Penelope Rex and the Problem with Pets
Penelope Rex and the Problem with Pets
Penelope Rex seriesK to 2nd grade
Penelope wants a pet, but the class pet has other ideas. Funny and sweet.
The Adventures of Beekle: The Unimaginary Friend
The Adventures of Beekle: The Unimaginary Friend
PreK to 2nd grade
Beekle waits and waits to be imagined by a child, then sets off on his own to find his friend. A Caldecott winner about friendship and being brave.
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Evelyn Del Rey Is Moving Away
Evelyn Del Rey Is Moving Away
K to 2nd grade
Daniela and her best friend Evelyn share one last day together before Evelyn moves away. A tender, honest look at the sadness of saying goodbye to a friend.
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Leonardo, the Terrible Monster
Leonardo, the Terrible Monster
PreK to 2nd grade
Leonardo is terrible at being scary, so he hunts for the most scaredy kid on earth. Instead he discovers being a friend is better than being a monster.
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Lost and Found
Lost and Found
PreK to 2nd grade
A boy finds a penguin at his door and sets off to return it to the South Pole. A gentle Oliver Jeffers story about friendship and loneliness.
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The Sandwich Swap
The Sandwich Swap
PreK to 3rd grade
Best friends Lily and Salma each think the other's sandwich looks gross, until they try a bite. A warm story about friendship, food, and different cultures.
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Sticks
Sticks
Scribble seriesPreK to 3rd grade
Stick's popsicle melts and he feels useless, until his friends help him find a brand new purpose in a birdhouse. A sweet reminder that everyone has a place.
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Snappsy the Alligator and His Best Friend Forever (Probably)
Snappsy the Alligator and His Best Friend Forever (Probably)
Snappsy the Alligator seriesPreK to 3rd grade
Snappsy wants a quiet night, but a chicken wants to be his best friend. Funny and sweet.
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Little Blue Truck's Halloween
Little Blue Truck's Halloween
Little Blue Truck seriesPreK to 2nd grade
Little Blue Truck visits his animal friends in costume. Lift the flaps and guess who's who.
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Little Blue Truck's Christmas
Little Blue Truck's Christmas
Little Blue Truck seriesPreK
Little Blue Truck delivers Christmas trees to his animal friends. A cozy holiday counting book.
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I'm NOT Just a Scribble
I'm NOT Just a Scribble
Scribble seriesPreK to 2nd grade
A scribble gets left out for looking different, and the other drawings learn to welcome him. Kids love the art and the message sticks.
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When a Dragon Moves In Again
When a Dragon Moves In Again
When a Dragon Moves In seriesK to 2nd grade
A new baby arrives, and the boy's dragon has a hard time adjusting. A funny, honest look at becoming a big sibling.
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When a Dragon Moves In
When a Dragon Moves In
When a Dragon Moves In seriesPreK to 2nd grade
A dragon moves into a boy's sandcastle, and the fun begins. A summer favorite about imagination.
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Meet Me in the Middle: A VeeFriends Book
Meet Me in the Middle: A VeeFriends Book
K to 3rd grade
Eager Eagle rushes and Patient Pig takes her time, and on the basketball court they learn from each other. A clever flip book where the two stories meet in the middle.
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Let's Work Smarter
Let's Work Smarter
PreK to 2nd grade
Frog and friends wear themselves out fixing the playground, then make a smarter plan. A fun teamwork book about working smarter, not harder.
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Ready... Set... Frog!
Ready... Set... Frog!
PreK to 2nd grade
Frog keeps stopping his race practice to help friends and learns it's okay to say no sometimes. A sweet lesson in balancing kindness and taking care of yourself.
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Friendlies: A Rhyming Picture Book about Acceptance and Friendship
Friendlies: A Rhyming Picture Book about Acceptance and Friendship
1st to 5th grade
An inspector shows up to shut down a cat's diner and ends up making a new friend. A rhyming story about choosing kindness over judgment.
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A Strange Sound
A Strange Sound
PreK to 3rd grade
Terry the Toad hears strange sounds on her delivery route and follows them to a surprising new friend. A rhyming story about curiosity and kindness.
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The Toys' Christmas
The Toys' Christmas
PreK to 2nd grade
Noah's stuffed elephant sneaks off on Christmas Eve to join toys from around the world visiting Santa. A magical, cozy holiday story.
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Dragon and Captain
Dragon and Captain
K to 2nd grade
Two boys turn the backyard into a quest with a paper towel telescope and a homemade map. A wonderful celebration of imagination and pretend play.
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The Adventures of Bentley Hippo: Inspiring Children to Share
The Adventures of Bentley Hippo: Inspiring Children to Share
Bentley Hippo seriesPreK to 2nd grade
Jaxon hands out bananas all over the park and one bonks Bentley on the head. A funny mishap that turns into a real lesson about sharing.
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Goodnight Already!
Goodnight Already!
Bear and Duck seriesPreK to 3rd grade
Bear just wants to sleep, but Duck wants to hang out. A hilarious bedtime read every tired parent will appreciate.
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I Love You Already!
I Love You Already!
Bear and Duck seriesPreK to 3rd grade
Bear wants a quiet day, but Duck wants to be best friends. Funny and sweet for Valentine's Day or any day.
Because of You, John Lewis
Because of You, John Lewis
3rd to 5th grade
Tybre Faw, a young boy inspired by John Lewis, meets his hero and walks with him across the Edmund Pettus Bridge. A moving true story about mentorship.
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The Junkyard Wonders
The Junkyard Wonders
1st to 5th grade
A class of special needs students, inspired by a teacher who believes they are all geniuses, builds something amazing from junk. A celebration of teachers and kids who think differently.
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Little Blue Truck
Little Blue Truck
Little Blue Truck seriesPreK to 2nd grade
Little Blue Truck stops to help a dump truck stuck in the mud with help from his animal friends. A sweet, rhyming story about kindness and friendship.
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Buffalo Fluffalo
Buffalo Fluffalo
PreK to 3rd grade
A little buffalo puffs up his fur to look big and tough, but bluffing leaves him lonely. A silly, sweet story about how real friends like you just as you are.
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Chester Raccoon and the Almost Perfect Sleepover
Chester Raccoon and the Almost Perfect Sleepover
The Kissing Hand seriesPreK to 2nd grade
Chester loves his first sleepover until bedtime, when he can't sleep and misses home. A reassuring story for kids nervous about nights away, with home always waiting.
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Chester's Way
Chester's Way
Mouse Books seriesPreK to 3rd grade
Best friends Chester and Wilson do everything exactly the same way, until bold, quirky Lilly moves in. Kids learn that new friends can make life bigger and better.
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The Day the Crayons Made Friends
The Day the Crayons Made Friends
The Crayons seriesPreK to 3rd grade
Duncan's crayons sneak off around his bedroom and befriend the toys and odds and ends they find there. Each crayon returns with a goofy tale, and it's a sweet reminder that friends turn up everywhere.
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Egg
Egg
PreK to 3rd grade
Four eggs crack open, three baby birds fly off, and the fourth egg holds a big surprise. Told in comic panels with few words, it is a sweet story about unlikely friends.
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Fancy Nancy and the Mermaid Ballet
Fancy Nancy and the Mermaid Ballet
Fancy Nancy seriesPreK to 2nd grade
Nancy longs to be a mermaid in the dance show but gets cast as a tree. She makes the part her own, a sweet lesson in shining wherever you are.
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Fancy Nancy: Aspiring Artist
Fancy Nancy: Aspiring Artist
Fancy Nancy seriesPreK to 2nd grade
With her best friend away, Nancy turns glitter markers into a serious art career of portraits, collages, and splatter paintings. A sparkly invitation for kids to create, with art ideas included.
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Fancy Nancy: Explorer Extraordinaire!
Fancy Nancy: Explorer Extraordinaire!
Fancy Nancy seriesPreK to 2nd grade
Nancy and Bree start an Explorers' Club to learn about flowers, trees, birds, and butterflies. Fun facts, recipes, and fancy words make this a perfect springboard for backyard adventures.
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The Flower Thief
The Flower Thief
The Leaf Thief seriesPreK to 3rd grade
Squirrel guards a growing flower so fiercely that Bird has to teach him how to let it bloom. A sweet spring story about patience and learning when to step back.
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Forty the Fortune Teller
Forty the Fortune Teller
PreK to 3rd grade
A paper fortune teller gets left on the playground after recess, so she teams up with a potato chip, a basketball and some chewed gum to fix the slide. Wacky, funny teamwork from the author of The Day the Crayons Quit.
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Grumpy Monkey Party Time!
Grumpy Monkey Party Time!
Grumpy Monkey seriesPreK to 2nd grade
Jim dreads all the dancing at Porcupine's party, and when he finally says so, his friends admit they feel the same. A funny, reassuring pick for kids who need a different way to have fun.
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Grumpy Monkey Up All Night
Grumpy Monkey Up All Night
Grumpy Monkey seriesPreK to 2nd grade
Jim is determined to stay awake all night at a jungle slumber party, even as his friends drift off one by one. A giggly, gentle way to talk about why sleep matters.
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Hank Goes Honk
Hank Goes Honk
PreK to 2nd grade
Hank the goose honks, interrupts, and pops everyone's balloons until his fed up friends leave him lonely. Told with deadpan humor, it's a hilarious and gentle lesson in being considerate.
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Jessica
Jessica
PreK to 3rd grade
Ruthie's imaginary friend Jessica goes everywhere with her, even to kindergarten, where Ruthie meets a real girl with the very same name. Warm and reassuring for kids starting school.
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Knight Owl
Knight Owl
Knight Owl seriesPreK to 3rd grade
Small Owl dreams of knighthood, and on night watch he faces a fearsome intruder with clever ideas instead of strength. A gorgeous Caldecott Honor tale about friendship and believing in yourself.
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Knight Owl and Early Bird
Knight Owl and Early Bird
Knight Owl seriesPreK to 3rd grade
Captain Owl brushes off chatty Early Bird, who wants to be a Knight Owl, until her courage shines during a wolf attack. A lovely tale about teamwork and giving others a chance.
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Knuffle Bunny Too: A Case of Mistaken Identity
Knuffle Bunny Too: A Case of Mistaken Identity
Knuffle Bunny seriesPreK to 2nd grade
Trixie proudly brings Knuffle Bunny to preschool, only to find Sonja has the very same bunny. A late night swap turns rivals into friends in this hilarious sequel.
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The Leaf Thief
The Leaf Thief
The Leaf Thief seriesPreK to 3rd grade
Squirrel panics when a leaf goes missing and sets out with Bird to catch the thief. A funny, gentle story about autumn and the worry change can bring.
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A Little SPOT Makes Friends
A Little SPOT Makes Friends
A Little SPOT seriesPreK to 2nd grade
Little SPOT shows kids simple ways to start conversations and make new friends. Reassuring for shy kids or anyone starting somewhere new.
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A Little SPOT of Teamwork
A Little SPOT of Teamwork
A Little SPOT seriesK to 2nd grade
Little SPOT helps friends learn to work together, listen, and share ideas. Great for classrooms, sports teams, and siblings.
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Norman and the Smell of Adventure
Norman and the Smell of Adventure
Norman seriesPreK to 2nd grade
Norman craves something new and exciting, but his best friend Mildred the tree has other plans, so he storms off alone. A funny, tender look at wanting independence while still needing your best friend.
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Norman Didn't Do It! (Yes, He Did)
Norman Didn't Do It! (Yes, He Did)
Norman seriesPreK to 2nd grade
Norman the porcupine and his best friend, a tree named Mildred, are inseparable until a new tree sprouts nearby. Jealous Norman does something he shouldn't, and owning up to it is hilarious and heartfelt.
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Pig the Slob
Pig the Slob
Pig the Pug seriesPreK to 2nd grade
Pig parks himself on the couch with snacks and TV and ignores Trevor's invitations to play, until something finally gets him moving. A laugh out loud nudge to get up and go play.
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Pig the Star
Pig the Star
Pig the Pug seriesPreK to 2nd grade
Pig hogs every costume at a photo shoot and shoves Trevor aside, then schemes when Trevor gets noticed. A funny rhyme about sharing the spotlight that little show offs will recognize.
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The Pumpkin Thief
The Pumpkin Thief
The Leaf Thief seriesPreK to 3rd grade
Bird's pumpkins keep disappearing, and Squirrel follows tracks and feathers to solve the mystery. A cozy Halloween whodunit with bonus facts about the holiday.
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Rainbow Fish to the Rescue!
Rainbow Fish to the Rescue!
The Rainbow Fish seriesPreK to 3rd grade
When a little striped fish is left out of the games, Rainbow Fish remembers how it felt and comes to his rescue when a shark appears. A shimmering lesson in including everyone.
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Ricky, the Rock That Just Couldn't Rhyme
Ricky, the Rock That Just Couldn't Rhyme
You Rock Group seriesK to 3rd grade
Ricky the Rock panics when his teacher assigns a rhyming story, but with help from a friend he keeps practicing until he gets it. A fun lesson in effort and not giving up.
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Ricky, the Rock That Wanted to Wander
Ricky, the Rock That Wanted to Wander
You Rock Group seriesK to 3rd grade
Ricky the Rock returns in another rhyming adventure from the You Rock Group series about friendship and growing. Kids who loved his earlier stories will enjoy more time with him.
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See You Later, Alligator
See You Later, Alligator
PreK to 2nd grade
A tortoise heading off on an adventure stops to say goodbye to every animal friend with a sillier rhyme each time. Little ones love chanting along and guessing what comes next.
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The Snow Thief
The Snow Thief
The Leaf Thief seriesPreK to 3rd grade
Squirrel loves his first snow, but when it vanishes he suspects a snow thief. A cozy, funny winter story that helps kids understand seasonal change and calm their worries.
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The Sun Thief
The Sun Thief
The Leaf Thief seriesPreK to 3rd grade
Squirrel notices the nights getting darker and is sure a sun thief is to blame. A charming summer adventure that explains changing day length and eases anxious little minds.
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Superworm
Superworm
PreK to 3rd grade
Superworm is super long and super strong, rescuing his bug friends until a wicked wizard lizard captures him. Then his friends team up to save him. A rhyming favorite.
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Tabby McTat, the Musical Cat
Tabby McTat, the Musical Cat
PreK to 3rd grade
Tabby McTat sings along with his busker friend Fred, until they get separated and must find each other again. A tuneful, rhyming story about loyalty and friendship.
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Tiny T. Rex and the First-Day Oopsies
Tiny T. Rex and the First-Day Oopsies
Tiny T. Rex seriesPreK to 2nd grade
Tiny has his big backpack, lucky bowtie, and best friend Pointy, yet the first day brings oopsies. A reassuring story that trying new things matters more than perfection.
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Tiny T. Rex and the Grand Ta-Da!
Tiny T. Rex and the Grand Ta-Da!
Tiny T. Rex seriesPreK to 2nd grade
Tiny and Pointy practice a grand disappearing act for the school talent show, then must perform it for a crowd. A charming story about patience, practice, and friendship.
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Tiny T. Rex and the Littlest Star
Tiny T. Rex and the Littlest Star
Tiny T. Rex seriesPreK to 2nd grade
Tiny searches for the perfect tree for his star, but keeps stopping to help friends along the way. A tender Christmas story showing that kindness makes even small stars shine.
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Tiny T. Rex and the Very Dark Dark
Tiny T. Rex and the Very Dark Dark
Tiny T. Rex seriesPreK to 2nd grade
Tiny and Pointy plan a backyard campout, but without nightlights the dark feels scary, so Tiny hatches a plan. A sweet, gentle story about facing fears together.
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The Toast of the Town
The Toast of the Town
The Food Group seriesPreK to 3rd grade
New from the Food Group, out November 10, 2026, so preorder now. Toast used to keep to himself, until one moment showed him how good it feels to help his whole town.
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Waiting
Waiting
PreK to 3rd grade
Five toys sit on a windowsill, each waiting for something different, the moon, the rain, the wind, the snow. This quiet Caldecott Honor book is a lovely lesson in patience.
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We Found a Hat
We Found a Hat
Hat Trilogy seriesPreK to 3rd grade
Two turtles find one hat in the desert, and both secretly want it. Quietly funny and surprisingly sweet, it shows how choosing friendship can matter more than getting what you want.
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A Weekend with Wendell
A Weekend with Wendell
Mouse Books seriesPreK to 3rd grade
Pesky houseguest Wendell bosses Sophie around all weekend, until she finally stands up for herself and the two discover they can have fun together. Funny and very relatable.
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