Children's Family and home stories Books

Secrets are meant to be kept secret!Just before he begins fourth grade, Frankie Bennett goes to Sea Sight Elementary School to get ready for the new school year. After picking up his class schedule, he overhears a woman in the school lobby talking to her...

Are there scary things that you wished a robot could do for you instead? Have you ever wondered what it would be like to have a robot that walks, talks and looks just like you? Solomon was afraid to go to his school, so he decided to invent his very...

It has been two years since amateur sleuths Lucie and Avalon tackled three crimes that shocked everyone in their town of Wesley. Now that summer is coming to a close, the girls decide to head by train to the North Shore of Lake Superior to visit...

Reentering the normal world of track and school and strangers, and dreading the unanswerable accusation, “Aren’t you the one who killed a little girl and got away with it?”, sixteen-year-old Matt McKendrick finds hostility and...

Susie Redmayne: Or A Story Of The Seamy Side Of Child Life is a novel written by Christabel in 1881. The book follows the life of Susie Redmayne, a young girl who is forced to navigate the harsh realities of life on the streets of London. Susie is...

Little Lost Sister is a novel written by Virginia Brooks and published in 1914. The story follows the life of a young girl named Mary who is orphaned at a young age and separated from her siblings. She is taken in by a wealthy family and raised as their...

My Little Boy is a heartwarming children's book written by Carl Ewald and originally published in 1906. The story follows the adventures of a young boy and his mother as they spend time together in their small village. The boy is full of energy and...

The Worth Of A Baby, And How Apple-Tree Court Was Won is a novel written by Hesba Stretton and published in 1876. The story revolves around the lives of the residents of Apple-Tree Court, a poor and rundown area in London. The main character, a young...

Why is my child crying?Because I picked a playing card. Because I was singing. Because I painted the wrong picture. No matter how hard I try, I can't seem to get it right."I Love You More Than Spiders" is a 350-word picture book for parents (and their...

"Bleu Barry's Unique Family" is a heartwarming children's book that introduces readers to the vibrant world of Bleu Barry, a spirited 5-year-old girl with an extraordinary family. This delightful tale celebrates the beauty of diversity, acceptance, and...

Meeting a new sister is a big event. Cal's world changes when his baby sister arrives. Building a relationship is not always easy, especially when the new sister does not seem interested. The book describes a big brother's attempts to gain his new...

There's Something About Mommy / Mami tiene algo especialWritten by / Escrito por Michael A. Woodward, Jr.Spanish Adaptation by / Adaptado al español por Susana Illera MartínezA mother and son's bond is like no other. Shaped by lullabies,...

"Grrr morning," Granny says. "Rise and growl." Woolsey is excited. It's the first day of school for this little monster!But as Granny walks Woolsey to the school raft, he begins to worry. What if the teacher asks me a question and I don't know the...

A Bug-tastic Picnic Adventure!Join Red on her determined quest to make a mark at her family's picnic! In this heartwarming tale, follow a spirited young girl as she sets out to add her own special touch to the gathering. Get ready for a delightful...

"Emma Louise, Don't Do as You Please!" is a heartwarming exploration of modern family dynamics and the sweet discovery of genuine connections. In a world buzzing with screens and busy schedules, Emma Louise embarks on a journey to find joy beyond...

What 12-year-old boy wants a classmate for a sister? His fourth sister? Not Ethan Stewart. His mom marrying Emily Hanford's dad seemed like the worst thing that could happen to him-until he gets a letter from his dad. And he hasn't heard from him in...

Lexa and Livi, the mermaid sisters, are excited to find a magnificent old shipwreck in the ocean. But what's even more fascinating is that they discover a treasure chest inside it! Together with their friends, they try various fun and unconventional...

Hallie and Bo are cousins, living on the opposite sides of the globe. Through frequent phone calls, they share wonders of their worlds with excitement and sometimes bittersweet moments too. After Spring, Summer, and Fall, there's Winter. But wait! When...

The Blacknose sheep originated in the 15th century in Valais, Switzerland.The moppy haired white sheep have spiral horns, with black markings on their nose, knees and feet giving a cuddly look straight out of a children's fairy tale. Edwina...

Experience the beauty of Cambodia by walking a day in the life of a local family, including Apsara dancing and the cultural landmarks of Phnom Penh!Thavy and Sophea are twins growing up in Cambodia. The pair do everything together-and with their...

Discover the Magic of Friendship in Grandma's Garden. Dive into a World Where Ladybugs Celebrate Life's Simple Pleasures! Dive into the enchanting world of The Ladybugs in an Old Lady's Garden! Every corner of Grandma's garden is bursting with life,...

Aradella Stark came into a world beautifully rooted in nature but limited in cultural development. How she transcends that limitation is the overarching theme of the book, set during the mid-1900s in a cotton mill village located in Northwest Georgia...

-- An Enchanting African Safari Full of Adventure and Life LessonsWhen Mo and Zuri's mother feels sad, these courageous siblings decide to help cheer her up by uncovering the secret to happiness. Their adventure takes them deep into the Kenyan...

"Shib-shib the shuppy" is an enchanting children's book that introduces young readers to a delightful new character, Shib-shib, a unique hybrid of a shark and puppy. This beautifully illustrated slice-of-life story follows Shib-Shib on a typical day...

The fate of Europe hangs in the balance-and may be determined by a single young woman in possession of a ripped piece of paper...London, November 3rd, 1881. A young woman slips through the curtains of fog down Pendy Corner, to the 26th house in the row...

What is the cost of emotional disconnection from dear ones? Do you need help with dissolving tensions and arguments in your family before they widen? Learn one simple practice to take care of important relationships daily! Two elves visit Queen Rain...

EN Meet Yael, a curious kid exploring her diverse family. One day, a forgotten photo album leads her and Opal the Owl on a magical adventure to an African town through a special portal. Along the way, they uncover fascinating secrets about Yael's...

Embark on a heartwarming adventure with Dakota and her loving Grandma in Watch Me, Grandma! Watch Me! As Dakota navigates the playground, she calls to her Grandma to share the joy of exploration and discovery, and hears Grandma's reply of comforting and...

Ratóncito debe emparcar sus cosas. Se mudará a una nueva casa, pero su mamá no estará allí para arroparlo por la noche. Es difícil para Ratón tener todo tan diferente de repente, ¡incluso la comida es diferente! ¿Quién desayuna verdura u olvida poner...

TRUNKS UP! is 2nd in The "Adventures of Hazel and Henry" Series!In Trunks Up!, Hazel and Henry visit the STATE FAIR OF TEXAS to celebrate Hazel's 10th birthday. While playing the baseball toss game, they stumble upon the adventure of a...

Molly's Life as she knows it is about to change..."The scary old house stands looming, staring at me with its creepy dark windows. I am being forced to stay with my old great granny for an entire week! No computer, cable TV, video games or even my cell...

<p><b>The Round Box in Grandma's Closet is labeled FASCINATOR. Carrie looks inside.</b></p><p>She sees a boat.&nbsp;The boat is a hat. Carrie puts it on. Suddenly&nbsp;her world rocks,&nbsp;as if&nbsp;she's...

You and Pippa can read the handwritten journal, given to you by your grandfather, but when your Aunt Vivian looks at it, she sees only blank pages. It's another mystery for your cousin Pippa to solve!As always, YOU decide where to go in your small...

Will fear and unhappiness sink Maylie's trip to Ireland?After nearly getting sent home for her story of revenge against her twin brother, Maylie is determined to not put a toe out of line.When her worst fear surfaces and results in a horrible mess, her...

Introducing Mr. and Mrs. Pickleball. Book 1 in the Ollie the Otter series. How Pickleball saved Ollie the Otter, captures the youthful heart with its themes of adventure, fairness, inclusion, and love. Both deep and though provoking, while filled with...

Prickles is the happiest little hedgehog—except when she has to say goodbye. She loves her mom and dad more than anything, so one whole night without them seems like forever. Stick with Prickles to learn how to make goodbyes so much easier!

Kids, ages 9 to 12, get ready to meet your new heroes in the exciting first book of the Botanic Hill Detectives Mysteries series!World-famous Egyptologist Dr. Winston Thornsley died suddenly two months ago in disgrace. His widow, Ida Thornsley,...

Tuviste alguna mascota cuando eras niño? ¿Recuerdas el entusiasmo de tus padres cuando llevaron a casa un compañero peludo, un pájaro que cantaba o un bicho que se arrastraba? "¡Una mascota sólo para mí!" es más que un excelente primer libro infantil...

An exciting, funny and at times sad story about the adventures of 'A Very Naughty Little Girl'. No matter how hard she tries, Sarah cannot behave herself, much to the exasperation of her best friend, Jennifer, who attempts to help her change her ways. A...

Dixie is a Welsh Corgi that lives on a ranch, in Southern Alberta with her family. Follow along with her to see what kind of adventures and trouble she can stir up on a regular day on the ranch!

Cam's Incredible Dream: A Gentle Hero BotCam had a dream to create a gentle hero bot to save kids in trouble! What's the most amazing dream you've ever had? Even if it seems almost impossible, don't you think an idea that comes from your heart and soul...

Better Together is a rhyming story about kid siblings Rue and Woo. They both love each other despite their different interests. When encouraged by their parent's to play together, they have a problem finding something they both like. After trial and...

Angel Scarlett has lost her lovey! Can the Bobos Babes solve this mystery? Angel Scarlett is very close to her two sisters, Fairy Cora and Princess Daphne. But she has a very special friend called Polar Bear Pete, her lovey, who gives her comfort,...

Max loves his siblings more than anything. All he ever wants to do is play with them. But when Sam and June keep telling Max that he's too young to play with them, he finds himself getting increasingly frustrated. Will Max find a way to play with his...

Rover loves his home and being the centre of attention, until little Nicolas arrives. When baby Marco joins the family too, Rover has to move over once again. Will Rover find his way back in to the heart of the family?This sweet story of a dog and his...

The award-winning team behind Please Don't Tell Cooper He's a Dog returns with a delightful new canine adventure. Cooper the rescue dog makes a daring escape from his yard. When he returns home with his new friend, Jack the Rabbit, the fun is just...