Audio Books

The Moon Over Star - On her family's farm in the town of Star, eight-year-old Mae eagerly follows the progress of the 1969 Apollo 11 flight and moon landing and dreams that she might one day be an astronaut, too.





Cowgirl Kate and Cocoa Horse in the House - When Cocoa decides to explore the house, Cowgirl Kate has a hard time convincing him he must return to the barn.










Library Mouse A Friend's Tale - Sam the library mouse loves to write, and the children love his little books, which he leaves on the library shelves for them to find. But no one at the library has ever met him. When Tom can't find a partner for a book-making assignment and finds Sam's secret hole behind the children's reference section, will the pair be able to work together, or will Sam's secret identity be spoiled forever?





Barack - Winter tells the moving story of Barack Obama. Beginning in Africa and Kansas, this enlightening biography describes Obama's life as an ongoing journey, from his birth in Hawaii to his election as president. Obama emerges as someone who, even from an early age, wondered where he belonged and who he might become.




Froggy Goes to Camp - Froggy goes to a sleep-away camp, where all of his fun seems to cause trouble for the camp's director.

Flamingos on the Roof -Brown crafts 29 nonsense poems conjuring mythic and contemporary images of everything from gatorflies to light-bulb-topped birthday cakes. Kids will revel in the lively wordplay, while parents and teachers will recognize the value in teaching kids alliterative and assonant sounds.

Man Sponge Saves the Day! - Plankton and his bad-guys try to take over Bikini Bottom while Mermaidman and Barnacleboy are out of town. Can Man Sponge save the day?

Alligator Shoes by Arthus Dorros -An alligator with an interest in footwear spends the night locked in a shoe store trying on the merchandise.

Thomas Goes Fishing - Envious of the children who are fishing in the river near the railroad tracks, Thomas the tank engine finds a way to enjoy the same activity.

Say Please by Virginia Austin - Having heard the farm animals say "Please" with woofs, quacks, oinks, and meows, Tom adopts the same noises when he asks his aunt to read him a story.

New Non-fiction

Bunches of Buttons Counting by Tens by Michael Dahl -Help Billy count the buttons in his collection.



Just the Right Size by Nicola Davies-
From a celebrated team comes a fascinating look at why we don't have super powers- and why size matters, for creatures big and small. Did you ever wonder why there are no high-fl ying, wall-climbing, tall-building-leaping superheroes in real life? Find out what keeps big animals (like us) from engaging in astonishing feats of strength and agility, and yet why being tiny and all-powerful might have a downside. What if you could lift fifty times your weight (hello, ant), but getting wet could kill you? Or you could soar like a bird, but a cold breeze would do you in? Whether big or small, our size defi nes more about us than we could ever imagine. Join the duo that brought us POOP, EXTREME ANIMALS, and WHAT'S EATING YOU? for a fun and intriguing exploration of what it means to be just the right size.


Life in the Boreal Forest by Brenda Guiberson -The boreal forest is buried in ice and snow during winter. But in summer lakes teem with fish, and bogs swarm with insects. Follow a snowshoe hare, beavers, a lynx, and other animals as they survive a year in this endangered landscape.

The Fastest Game on Two Feet - Sports have origins in all kinds of activities, such as playing with sticks and stones, running from threats, and taking part in religious ceremonies. Using conjecture and historical facts, this book of poetry and prose relates how nineteen sports got their start and grew into the games we know today.

Eagle by Jeff Stone - After attacking and killing his former grandmaster, sixteen-year-old Ying realizes he has been betrayed in addition to being wanted for treason, and consequently is forced to turn to Hok, his old temple sister, for help.





Sent by Margaret Haddix - Jonah, Katherine, Chip, and Alex suddenly find themselves in 1483 at the Tower of London, where they discover that Chip and Alex are Prince Edward V and Richard of Shrewsbury, imprisoned by their uncle, King Richard III, but trying to repair history without knowing what is supposed to happen proves challenging. Author's note includes historical facts about the princes and king.





Gullible Gus by Maxine Schur - Tired of the teasing he gets for being the most gullible man in Texas, Cowboy Gus goes to Fibrock to find the biggest liar there in hopes of hearing a tall tale that is impossible for anyone--even him--to believe






Surf's Up SpongeBob! -SpongeBob accepts Sandy's invitation to go surfing at Goo Lagoon, and then realizes he doesn't know how to surf! It's Patrick to the rescue as he shows SpongeBob how to hang ten right in their backyard. Will SpongeBob wipe out the next day when he gets caught up in a huge wave?

Little Engines Can Do Big Things - Thomas and the Magic Railroad- Thomas and his friends prove that little engines can do big jobs.

Grandma's Button Box by Linda Aber - When she spills her grandmother's button box, Kelly and her cousins try to sort them by size, color, and shape and they earn Grandma's gratitude.


Dog and Bear Three to Get Ready by Laura Seeger- Bear has a bucket stuck on his head, but luckily, Dog has a plan. It's not a perfect plan, but in this and two other stories, imperfect plans still work out when good friends help each other.



Centipede's 100 Shoes by Tony Ross - But when are one hundred shoes too many shoes? And what do you do with too many shoes? Why, you give them away! Find out who gets them in this delightfully silly story about a centipede with sore feet.


Walter the Farting Dog by William Kotzwinkle -
Warning: This book may cause flatulence. Walter is a fine dog, except for one small problem: he has gas. He can't help it; it's just the way he is. Fortunately, the kids Billy and Betty love him regardless, but Father says he's got to go! Poor Walter, he's going to the dog pound tomorrow. And then, in the night, burglars strike. Walter has his chance to be a hero. Destined to become a children's classic, this story will have kids rolling on the floor with laughter. Adults are permitted to laugh too!

My Name is Sangoel by Karen Williams -As a refugee from Sudan to the United States, Sangoel is frustrated that no one can pronounce his name correctly until he finds a clever way to solve the problem.

Panda and Polar Bear by Matthew Baek - Curious to know what lies beyond his wintry world, a polar bear goes exploring, falls into a mud puddle, and is mistaken for a panda by a new playmate.

Pajama Day by Lynn Plourde - Drew, who has a hard time remembering things, forgets to wear his pajamas to school on Pajama Day but still manages to make the best of the situation.

Tractor Day by Candice Ransom -Simple rhyming text describes a child's day spent riding on the tractor with Daddy at their small farm.

Voyage to the Pharos by Sarah Gauch - Dino has a dream. As a boy growing up on the small island of Rhodes in the Mediterranean, he has heard about a lighthouse far away across the sea in Alexandria, Egypt. But it isn't just any lighthouse. It is the Pharos, one of the tallest buildings in all the world with statues of gods and great kings, and at the very top a giant, roaring bonfire that guides ships from miles away. More than anything, Dino wants to be on one of those ships. But getting on a ship and surviving on one are two very different things.Based on one of the most amazing wonders of the ancient world, Voyage to the Pharos brings together stunning illustrations with a tale of timeless and thrilling adventure.

Fawn and the Mysterious Trickster - Fawn and her best friend, fellow animal-talent fairy Beck, get into an all-out "pranking battle" before realizing that someone else may be getting in on the fun.

Tonka If I Could Drive a Loader! Parker loves playing with his favorite toy truck, his loader. One day a real loader shows up right in front of Parker's house. He wonders if he could drive a loader, and his imagination takes off, showing readers the many jobs a loader can do, from scooping dirt to leveling fields.

Thomas and Friends - Down and the Docks-Thomas is just in the way as his friends help prepare for a big ocean show at the docks, but when Percy is startled by one of the exhibits and creates havoc, Thomas helps get things back on track.

Clifford Goes to Hollywood - Clifford makes a movie.

Scooby-Doo in Jungle Jeopardy - Scooby and the gang are enjoying an archaeological excavation in the jungle when a crazed half-man, half-beast appears, warning the team to stay away. The gang needs to solve the mystery and stop the monster.

Dora Saves the Snow Princess - Dora, Boots, and the Snowflake Fairy are off to save La Princess Sabrina and her snowy forest from a mean witch who has locked her in a tower and taken away her magic snow crystal. Dora's going to need your help because time is running out and the snowy forest is almost melted.

Dora and the Rainbow Kite Festival - Dora goes to the Kite Festival.

Dora Follow those Feet! Dora and Boots have found some strange footprints in the sandbox, and need the reader's help to discover who--or what--made them. Features rebuses.

The Amazing SpongeBobini - The circus is coming to Bikini Bottom, but Patrick has a cold so he can't go. SpongeBob has to find a way to bring the circus to him.

New Truck on the Block -Red, a young fire truck, is new to Green Meadows, and he and the other fire trucks got off to a bad start. Red's just eager to do his best, but Crabby and Petrol think he's being a show-off! But when one of the trucks gets stuck in a tight spot, will the other two be able to work as a team to save the day?

Puppies in the Snow -counting, rhyming puppies.

Care Bears Christmas Cheer -The Care Bears lean to brighten up Christmas with cheerfulness.

Let's Go Apple Picking! Max and Mo, the class hamsters, have fun after the students return from picking apples. Includes instructions for making apple prints and a recipe for applesauce.

Let's Make a Snowman! When it starts snowing one school day, Max and Mo, the art room hamsters, watch the "Big Ones" outside making snowmen, and they decide to make one too. Includes instructions for making a paper snowflake and snowman.

For the Love of Bubbles - After bumping his head, SpongeBob can't remember who he is.

Amazing Snakes! Simple text discusses the physical characteristics and typical behaviors of snakes as well as their place in the world.

The Amazing Book of Mammal Records - Introduces, in question and answer format, such record-breaking mammals as the cheetah, blue whale, koala, giraffe, and water buffalo.

The Greatest Baseball Records - Short stories and tables of statistics describe the history and greatest records of Major League Baseball.

Wishworks Inc by Stephanie Tolan -When he is granted his wish for a dog from Wishworks, Inc., third-grader Max is disappointed to find that his new pet is nothing like the dog of his imagination.








Track Attack by Betty Hicks- Jazz is a born runner who loves being on the school's track team. Her biggest fan is her dad--and that is a problem. He gets over-involved in her training, talks too much to the coach, yells at the track ref, and cheers way too loudly during the meets. How can Jazz tell him to stay away from the track without hurting his feelings?











Extra Credit by Andrew Clements -As letters flow back and forth--between the prairies of Illinois and the mountains of Afghanistan, across cultural and religious divides--sixth-grader Abby, ten-year-old Amira, and eleven-year-old Sadeed begin to speak and listen to each other.










A Mystery for Summer by Heather Schultz- Dreams only last so long.. is what the mysterious envelope told Summer Phillips. What was this mysterious envelope and where did it come from? Little did she know, she was about to get a second chance to reunite with Peanut and continue their adventures. She and her best friend, Tiffany, would soon be exploring a new land ... one where anything is possible and the unbelievable actually happens.











Summer Dreams by Heather Schultz Summer Phillips had always dreamed of owning her own horse. Until this summer, that was exactly what it was, a dream. Little did she know, her dream was about to become a reality--a very short, but beautiful reality..."--












Eggs by Jerry Spinelli Mourning the loss of his mother, nine-year-old David forms an unlikely friendship with independent, quirky thirteen-year-old Primrose, as the two help each other deal with what is missing in their lives.







Brenda Berman, Wedding Expert by Jane Zalben
When Brenda's favorite uncle decides to marry, Brenda sees visions of a gold lamé flower-girl's outfit, until Uncle Harry and his bride-to-be show up with her niece. Includes cake, frosting, and punch recipes.










Schooled by Gordon Korman -
Capricorn Anderson had never watched a television show before. He'd never tasted a pizza. He had never even heard of a wedgie. And he had never, in his wildest dreams, thought of living anywhere but Garland Farm commune with his hippie caretaker, Rain. Capricorn (Cap for short) had lived every day of his life on Garland Farm growing fruits and vegetables. He was homeschooled by Rain, the only person he knew in the world. Life was simple for Cap. But when Rain falls out of a tree while picking plums and is hospital-ridden, he has to attend the local middle school and live with his new guidance counselor and her irritable daughter. While Cap knew a lot about Zen Buddhism, no amount formal education could ready him for the trials and tribulations of public middle school.





Canned by Alex Shearer Fergal Banfield, an eccentric lad who collects cans, is surprised to find some unexpected--and even alarming--things in a few of his treasures, and when he meets Charlotte, another collector, they begin an investigation that leads them into dangerous territory.













Deep Down Popular by Phoebe Stone In a small, Virginia town, sixth-grader Jessie Lou Ferguson has a crush on the hugely popular Conrad Parker Smith, and when he suddenly develops a medical problem and the teacher asks Jessie Lou to help him, they become friends, to her surprise

Ancient Rome and Pompeii by Mary Pope Osborne What was it like to be a gladiator? How many people died in the destruction of Pompeii? How did Roman children spend their days? Find out the answers to these questions and more in Magic Tree House Research Guide: Ancient Rome and Pompeii. This is the nonfiction companion to Vacation Under the Volcano (Magic Tree House #13).









Baseball's Greatest Hitters by S.A. Kramer Brief profiles of such hard-hitting baseball players as Barry Bonds, Ty Cobb, Babe Ruth, Ted Williams, Hank Aaron, Alex Rodriguez, Barry Bonds, Sammy Sosa, Mark McGwire, Alex Rodrigues, Albert Pujols











Dinosaur Days by Joyce Milton
Brief and simple descriptions of the various kinds of dinosaurs that roamed the earth millions of years ago.













Dolphins! by Sharon Bokoske : Introduces dolphins and their physical characteristics, behavior, social structure, intelligence, and interaction with humans.










Oh Say can you Say Di-no-saur All about Dinosaurs by Bonnie Worth
The Cat in the Hat makes another surprise appearance at Dick and Sally's house-only this time he makes his entrance riding atop a brachiosaurus! The Cat is off, along with Dick and Sally, millions of years back in time to see how fossils were created. Then it's on to a tour through the Cat's own Super Dino Museum--a fabulous place where the correct pronunciation of a dinosaur's name wins you a peek at the real living thing! Beginning readers will love exploring the prehistoric world of dinosaurs with the Cat in the Hat as their guide!





You are Weird Your Body's Peculiar Parts and Funny Functions by Diane Swanson
Tackles the weird questions about the human body that everyone's curious about including goose bumps, vampire fangs, eccentric eyeballs, wiggling ears, recyclable muscles, extra toes, and other mysteries.




Pharaoh's Boat by David Weitzman
With poetic language and striking illustrations, Weitzman tells the story of how one of the greatest boats of ancient Egypt came to be built- and built again. In the shadow of the Great Pyramid at Giza, the most skilled shipwrights in all of Egypt are building an enormous vessel that will transport Cheops, the mighty pharaoh, across the winding waterway and into a new world. Pharaoh's boat will be a wonder to behold, and well prepared for the voyage ahead. But no one, not even the Egyptian king himself, could have imagined just where the journey of Pharaoh's boat would ultimately lead.

Camping Day by Patricia Lakin Sam, Pam, Will and Jill are crocodile friends with a camping plan but not much know-how. They get lost on their way to the campsite, get attacked by a swarm of bees, get all mixed up while trying to assemble their tent, and then get so frightened by nighttime shadows that their campout is in danger of fizzingout.But all ends well, as it always does for this happygo- lucky crew




Yes Day! Amy Rosenthal No matter how silly the requests, there is one day a year when kids always receive positive answers: Can I have pizza for breakfast? Yes! Can we have a food fight? Yes! Can I stay up really late? Yes! This day is simply called Yes Day and it's the best day of the year.Amy Krouse Rosenthal's simple text coupled with Tom Lichtenheld's delightful illustrations will send kids on a journey into their wildest wishes. With humor and appreciation for life's little pleasures, Yes Day! captures the excitement of being a kid.




Tiny and Hercules by Amy Schwartz
Five fast and funny chapters of the lives of two rather unusual friends: Tiny, an elephant with a fear of ice skating and a newfound love of knitting, and Hercules, a mouse with a heart of gold and a desire to learn to paint. As different as can be, somehow together they make the perfect team. Young readers setting out on their own with books will cheer for this funny and touching duo.




Winnie the Pooh and a Day for Eeyore Eeyore's birthday has its ups and its downs.






The Dragon's Scales by Sarah Albee When a hot-tempered dragon seizes the local bridge, the people of Berryville are cut off from their supply of beloved strawberries until they can correctly answer three questions related to weight. The grownups of the town are stumped, but one very smart little girl saves the day with some facts she learned in school.






Glasses for D.W. by Marc Brown D.W. wants to wear glasses, just like her big brother, Arthur. After Arthur explains that without his glasses a hat looks like a bat and some string looks like a ring duck, D.W. sets out to prove that everything looks funny to her, too. Finally, Arthur finds a way to make his sister see the situation a bit more clearly.








Abigail Spells by Anna Alter
Can Abigail spell her way to the top? Abigail is good at many things. She can dance the cha-cha, make up stories to tell her best friend, George, and strike a fabulous pose. But there is one thing she loves to do most of all: Abigail loves to s-p-e-l-l. When her school announces the annual spelling bee, Abigail spends her days practicing with the help of George, but things don't go according to plan. Can George convince Abigail that winning isn't everything? Anna Alter's gentle text, which contains fun words to spell throughout, and gorgeous illustrations make for a perfect match in this endearing story of friendship.






Wake up, Sun! by David Harrison When Dog wakes up early, in the middle of the night, he launches all the other farm animals in a worried search for the missing sun.