books and reading

When she discovers that a new student has trouble reading in English, Stacey shares books and stories to help her practice and soon other students join them, learning about other worlds and cultures--and the power of friendship.

Picture book about the search to find just the right book for loved ones in time to all read together on Christmas Eve. Based on Icelandic tradition.

When Milo's uncle and Tilly's grandfather are poisoned by a mysterious copy of The Wizard of Oz and fall into a deep sleep, Milo and Tilly travel to the Emard City to find out who is behind the poisoning.

The peace fought for by the elders of Aftzaak is in peril when the new Magus of the Library is to be chosen. Theo and Tei are both candidates for the Magus title, but Tei is keeping to herself over worries about her mana's affect on others and Theo struggles in his relationships with other kafnas, especially Medina.

Beginning his apprenticeship to become a kafna at the great library of Aftzaak, Theo encounters a classmate who is hostile to him for reasons unknown. Theo doubles down on his kindness to her in the hopes of winning her over.

"Newly homeless Jeanne Ann and wealthy Cal form a vital friendship as they both search for stability and community, finding it through love of books, art, and food"--Provided by publisher.

With his Uncle Horatio trapped in an enchanted sleep by the power-hungry Alchemist, Milo sets off with Alessia to find a cure with the help of the Botanist, and in their hunt for an antidote, they must forage in the Secret Garden, challenge Robin Hood, and confront the mighty Jabberwock.

"A humorous story about a reluctant reader who doesn't want a book as a gift"--Provided by publisher.

A hungry monster living at the end of the book wakes up and begins to eat the words of the book.

As a family of chickens waits for the final egg to hatch, Mama reads favorite fairy tales.