Children's Modern and Contemporary Fiction Books

Rush, rush, rush! Mrs. Sticky Wheel is always in a hurry. And sometimes this gets her into trouble. She needs to slow down to avoid mishaps and accidents. If, however, she can't avoid the problems, she must learn to deal with the situations before they...

The Queen of the Land of Quails is preparing to travel to the mysterious Volcanic Islands to meet twelve of her wonderful new friends. After she leaves her loyal subjects in charge of keeping her castle safe from harm for the next year, Queen Vermita...

Squirmy Wormy, Squeak the Mouse, and Andy the Ant live a charmed life in the little town of Apple Creek. They play in the countryside and enjoy the four different seasons. As the months change, the trio gets to play in the snow, smell the spring flowers,...

Your clothes may not fit right or be brand-new. You may not have a lot of friends. You may not be good at sports. But youre a good friend to your circle; youre a responsible kid; and youre a student that likes math, science, and reading adventures. That...

Jolly Kryzmooz is a young athletic moose who loves to jump and run. Everyone expects him to help his NorthWoodz team win the Winter Wonderland Games. But as Jolly and other animals set out on a journey to the North Pole where the games are being held...

You can start your day in a wonderful way!When two boys walk to school with their mom, each morning while on their journey, they get ready to have a great day. The three of them hold hands and take strong steps together, and then they say a poem that...

Leslie, Peter, and Chris are seven-year-olds in rural South Africa. They’re best friends, which means they’ve been known to get into some mischief. One of their favorite pastimes is swimming in the nearby river, but one day, they find an...

As a young child, I think one of the most important things in life is feeling good about yourself and having self-confidence. Regardless of how demeaning people are or what others think of you, the vibrant colors you keep inside of yourself will always...

<p>Eleven-year-old Sarah loves spending her summer vacation with her grandmother! Sarah is happiest when she has her grandma all to herself because she always has lots of fun things planned for them to do together.</p><p>Sarah learns...

Four-year-old Sara Sophia Singleton is having a very bad day: she can't find her dolly, that closet is too dark, and her big brother is so mean. She's decided to spend her time by herself in her room.But when she returns to her room, she instantly...

Until is the tale of an ordinary mouse that learns he is extraordinary after having the adventure of his life! You will cheer with delight and laugh at the mishaps of Max as his story unfolds. Can you guess the sounds heard on Max's adventures and...

It is a perfect day to spend in the park! As the sun shines bright, there is room to fly a kite, ride a bike, splash around a fountain or take a walk and talk.On a simple and pleasant day with nothing to do but relax, the magic within the park is just...

Nancy is a beautiful dragonfly. In fact, her friends say that she is the most beautiful dragonfly ever! Her friends are Freddy Tree Frog and Little Blue Baron. Together, they are best friends, and they always have fun. Nancy thought her life would be...

When summer comes, it's time to visit the cabin by the lake. There, the extended family arrives to be together and celebrate. From far away, relatives come to have some fun-especially Nana and Papaw, who love to give out kisses. At the cabin, there is so...

Are you afraid to stand up to a Bully? Sarah seemed to have it all - she was popular, pretty and had most of the middle school hanging on her every word. So why did she enjoy being a bully to Lyndie? Along with the help of a couple of her friends,...

¡La dosis correcta, a la hora correcta!"En los niños pequeños, 95 por ciento de las visitas al el departamento de emergencias son causadas por un niños ingiriendo medicinas sin supervisión. Cinco por ciento son por errores en dosis que son hechos por los...

Marco Polo went to China. All over China today are remembrances of his visit with his father and uncle. Proof of his visit even resides in the Vatican World History Collection and in the world maps he left behind in their family library in Venice. If any...

Pig is bored.Surely his life was meant to be much more exciting than this? Day in and day out, it was always the same thing. What Pig really needed was an ADVENTURE!! But he never expected what was to come.....A prodigal pig story of sorts, this is the...

Follow Grace on a spiritual adventure through life’s little obstacles. While everything she needs is provided for her, there is always someone trying to lure us down the wrong path. Our Spirit will always guide us, if we listen carefully.

Written with poetry in motion and relevance to the psyche. Especially a good pick for the child who's afraid of the 'howling winds', looking for comfort.Bonus: It will leave you with a positive impact for life! And reassure the young that there is...

A lion's love for music and dancing leads him from a familiar forest to the human world. He follows the music and finds the dance floor, but feels left out in a crowd of people with awestruck, frightened faces. One brave and curious boy sets aside his...

This wonderfully illustrated collection of fairy tales and rhymes, The Sleeping Beauty Picture Book is one of the celebrated 'Toy Books' produced by Walter Crane and Edmund Evans. Through a series of colour illustrations and integrated text, it will...

Her neck did she Crane,As she looked up the Lane,To see the Three Bears pass by.They all went in, oddly,At the head of the Bodley,An A.B.C. for to buy!'Mother Hubbard - Her Picture Book' is a fantastic collection of classic children's stories, stunningly...

Floral Fantasy - In an Old English Garden is a beautiful text - authored and illustrated by Walter Crane. Originally published in 1899, it contains stunning colour and black and white illustrations, which accompany the whimsical yet touching poetry. As...

'Queen Summer - Or the Tourney of the Lily and the Rose' was originally published in 1891. It is an epic poem about the allegorical figure of 'Queen Summer', decorated throughout in stunning neoclassical style. It is both written and illustrated by...

Walter Crane (1845-1915) was one of the earliest contributors to children's literature and one of the most influential illustrators in the development of children's colour picture books. Crane began working for Edmund Evans in 1864 producing bright,...

Marigold Garden: Pictures and Rhymes is a delightful illustrated children's book, first published in 1885. It contains many well-known and loved nursery rhymes, presented with Greenaway's delightful imagery. Rhymes include 'Blue Shoes', 'The Daisies',...

Dreamsdale is a land that is in another world. Only animals and creatures live there, and they are able to talk. Sometimes, they too can get into mischief. Moreover,one of the animals stands out among the rest... This is a fable about Charlie the Fox, a...

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A ghost in a deserted log cabin and an Indian spirit lurking in the surrounding woods are not what the four Plumroy cousins expected to encounter during a two-week summer vacation at their grandparents' home. They become amateur detectives as they...

You know it's inside you, that kid you once knew, This book was written for that child in YOU! (young ones too) So LAUGH! and let it all go... You can't fool me, I see that giggle. The child inside you wants to wiggle. Don't be afraid to let out a...

eric (yes, lowercase e) is politically conservative, morally liberal, and - by his own admission - completely off kilter. These quirks have allowed him to pursue his goal of being the world's preeminent Republican Jewish blogger (www.tygrrrrexpress.com)...

""Wee Wee Songs For Our Little Pet"" is a children's book written by Leila Lee and published in 1872. The book is a collection of nursery rhymes and songs that are designed to be sung to young children. The rhymes and songs are simple and easy to sing,...

Wandering Blindfold: A Boy's Troubles is a novel written by Mary Albert and published in 1879. The story revolves around a young boy who is blindfolded and sent out into the world to find his way. The boy encounters various challenges and obstacles along...

Violet Rivers or Loyal to Duty: A Tale for Girls is a novel written by Winifred Taylor and first published in 1871. The book tells the story of Violet Rivers, a young girl who is determined to be loyal to her family and to her duty despite the many...

Up And Down The Brooks is a book written by Mary Ellen Bamford and published in 1889. The book is a collection of short stories and poems that explore the beauty and wonder of nature, particularly the streams and brooks found in the English countryside...

Ungdomens Bok: Gossarnes Lekar (1878) is a book written by Albert Norman. The book is written in Swedish and is aimed at young boys. It contains a collection of traditional games and activities that boys can play in their free time. The book includes...

""Tween You And Me"" is a book written by Elfin Hall and published in 1879. The book is a collection of letters written by a young girl named Lottie to her friend May. The letters cover a range of topics including school, family, and friends. Lottie...

Trusia: A Princess of Krovitch is a novel written by Davis Brinton and published in 1906. The story is set in the fictional kingdom of Krovitch, where Princess Trusia is the heir to the throne. Trusia is a strong-willed and independent princess who is...

Twice Parted: A Christmas Book For The Young is a novel written by Gervais White and published in 1880. The book tells the story of two young siblings, Tom and Nellie, who are separated from each other due to a family conflict. Tom is sent away to live...

Treasure Flower: A Child of Japan is a children's book written by Ruth Louise Gaines and published in 1916. The story follows the life of a young Japanese girl named Treasure Flower, who lives with her family in a small village. Treasure Flower is a...

Tom Slade With The Boys Over There is a novel written by Percy Keese Fitzhugh and published in 1918. The book tells the story of Tom Slade, a young boy who joins the military during World War I and is sent to fight in Europe. Along with his fellow...

Tom Slade On The River is a novel written by Percy Keese Fitzhugh and published in 1917. The book is part of the Tom Slade series, which follows the adventures of a young boy named Tom Slade who is a member of the Boy Scouts. In this particular...