Youngest Readers (Toddlers to Kindergarten)

ANIMALS/ANIMALES:MY VERY FIRST BILINGUAL BOOK
Written and illustrated by Eric Carle (Grosset & Dunlap)
This bilingual interactive board book is a great addition to Eric Carle's body of work. 

ONE IS A FEAST FOR MOUSE: A THANKSGIVING TALE
Written by Judy Cox, illustrated by Jeffrey Ebbeler (Holiday House)
What do you suppose mouse will choose for his Thanksgiving meal? I guarantee a smile for all readers who find the answer in this charming book.

CAT
Written by Mike Dumbleton, illustrated by Craig Smith (Kane/Miller)
Cat has a way of getting the best of everything. Repetitive and limited vocabulary makes this book great for beginning readers. 

For Readers (Kindergarten to 2nd Grade)

SILLY SCHOOL RIDDLES
Written by Lisa Eisenberg, illustrated by Elwood H. Smith (Dial)
here is always room for laughter in our lives.  Try a few of these riddles on your friends and teachers. 

MY CHINCOTEAGUE PONY
Written and illustrated by Susan Jeffers (Hyperion)
Based on a real event on Chincoteague Island, this is one horse story that is sure to be a favorite. Susan Jeffers also shares her connection to Marguerite Henry, author of Misty of Chincoteague. 

MADAM PRESIDENT
Written and illustrated by Lane Smith (Hyperion)
This book might serve as a catalyst for some dialogue about a female president of the United States. Lane Smith brings us a humorous view of what her life might be like in the White House. 

For Readers (3rd to 6th Grade)

FUN WITH ROMAN NUMERALS
Written by David A. Adler, illustrated by Edward Miller III (Holiday House)
Roman numerals keep appearing in our lives, and in math classes. Adler's book will help make your Roman numeral experience a pleasant one.

HOW TO DRAW STUPID AND OTHER ESSENTIALS OF CARTOONING
Written and illustrated by Kyle Baker (Watson-Guptill Publications)
Cartooning is a great way to be creative and pass the time when you think you have nothing to do. Cartoons have been a source of entertainment for millions of people.  This is a good book to get you started. 

SEE HOW THEY RUN: CAMPAIGN DREAMS, ELECTION SCHEMES, AND THE RACE TO THE WHITE HOUSE
Written by Susan E. Goodman, illustrated by Elwood H. Smith (Bloomsbury)
As we head into another election, this book is a great resource to have handy. Check out the effects of campaigning, from good to bad.