"The year is 1905 and young Clara would like nothing more than to go to school with the other kids. However, life on the farm takes a lot of work and she is needed to help out with chores and her younger siblings. The new town librarian has devised a way of using a wagon to bring books to the farmers and their families who can't get to the library. Can Clara and the librarian persuade her father to let her learn to read?"

"This wonderful book allows children to imagine the things they would do if they could. This is a story everyone can relate to, no matter his or her background."

"This is a triumphant story of Sarie, a girl who loves to learn but hates to be called on the read aloud in class. She is frequently made fun of because she reads so slowly and cautiously. With the support of her auntie, a fairytale book and a kind classmate, Sarie develops the confidence she needs."

"First person narrative told from the point of view of a boy worm. Readers will identify with the escapades of a worm, as he interacts with family members, goes to school and vacations on Compost Island. Children will laugh and learn facts in a fun way while learning to appreciate living creatures."

"Hally, the Tosis family dog, has such bad breath that Mr. and Mrs. Tosis plan to give her away, until she proves to be an invaluable watchdog."

The bus driver has to leave for a while, and he makes one request of the readers: "Don't let the pigeon drive the bus."

"Dogku is a clever and sweet little story about a stray dog who finds a loving home. What sets this book apart is that each page in written in haiku."

"Hilarious parody lyrics set to well-known tunes. This is a fun and funny poetry book to read aloud."

"Olivia is good at singing 40 very loud songs and is very good at wearing people out. She scares the living daylights out of her little brother, Ian, particularly when he copies her every move."

"A retelling of a traditional West African tale that reveals how the mosquito developed its annoying habit."

"Frog and Toad are best friends who will do anything for each other."

"When 7 year old Bean plays a mean trick on her sister Nancy, she finds unexpected support for her antics from Ivy, her new neighbor."

"Life is delicious in the town of Chewandswallow where it rains soup and juice, snows mashed potatoes, and blow storms of hamburgers--until the weather takes a turn for the worse."

"The curiosity of a newly-captured monkey gets him into continual trouble."

"Nate the Great solves the mystery of the missing picture."