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  Sing a Song 'o Six Pence - a...

  L. Frank Baum

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  Sing a song o' sixpence, a handful of rye, 
  Four-and-twenty blackbirds baked in a pie; 
  When the pie was opened the birds began to sing, 
  Wasn't that a dainty dish to set before the King? 
  So, what does this strange old nursery song mean? Or is it just nonsense?  If you have never heard the legend of Gilligren and the King's pie you will scarcely understand the above verse; so let Frank Baum, the man who wrote the Wizard of OZ, tell you the whole story, and then you will be able to better appreciate the rhyme. 
  Gilligren was an orphan, and lived with an uncle and aunt who were very unkind to him. They cuffed him and scolded him upon the slightest provocation, and made his life very miserable indeed. Gilligren never rebelled against this treatment, but bore their cruelty silently and with patience, although often he longed to leave them and seek a home amongst kinder people.

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  Tear This Down

  Barbara Dee

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  From Barbara Dee, the critically acclaimed author of Maybe He Just Likes You, comes a middle grade novel about a girl who makes the choice to speak out against a problematic historical hometown figure no matter the cost—perfect for readers of Dress Coded. 
    
  For as long as Freya can remember, she has loved living in her cozy hometown of Wellstone. Not only is the town itself named for local and historical hero Benjamin Wellstone but everything in it: schools, beaches, and stores. There’s even a giant statue of him to remind everyone of the good things he did. 
    
  But while doing research for a big school project, Freya discovers that Benjamin isn’t the big hero everyone has been taught to believe. He had some redeeming qualities, but he also held incredibly problematic views towards women, believing they shouldn’t have the right to vote—or even to exist outside of the home. Disappointed by her revelation, Freya wonders if she could figure out a way to not only show what the hometown hero was really like but replace his statue with one of an unsung hero: local suffragette Octavia Padgett. 
    
  Though Freya knows not everyone will agree with her, she is shocked when her efforts cause even bigger issues than she could have imagined. Even her own parents seem uneasy with Freya’s cause. With the help of her beloved Nan, friends new and old, and the coolest librarian she’s ever met, can Freya stand firm and tear down outdated views?

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  Peak Peril

  Sharna Jackson

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  From the award-winning author of the High-Rise Mystery series, a new short story written especially for World Book Day 2022. "Thinking of doing a bit of investigating? A little light snooping? A sprinkle of scammery?' Nik and Norva are headed to the Peak District, for a school trip and a break from being The Tri's best detectives. But, a new mystery is never too far away!

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  Roger Takes a Chance

  Cynthia Lord

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  Roger the chick almost never gets the chance to do things on his own—he is always attached to his mother, Olive the hen, who prefers quiet naps to any kind of excitement. They even get borrowed together as Book Buddies at the library.  
   
  But what Roger really wants is the chance for adventure. 
   
  To make his little sister happy, eight-year-old Liam agrees to borrow Olive and Roger and bring them to the airport to pick up Grandpa. But when Liam is busy trying to show Grandpa he isn’t a little kid anymore, he loses track of Roger, who gets left behind at the airport.  
   
  Could this be the chance that Roger has been waiting for, or will this airport adventure prove too exciting even for him? And can admitting a mistake give Liam the chance to show how grown up he is—and help him get Roger back from the airport Lost and Found?

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  The Way I Say It

  Nancy Tandon

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  Sixth-grader Rory’s story of his impossible-to-hide speech challenge and middle-school drama is perfect for fans of Sharon Draper’s Out of My Mind. 
   
  Rory still can’t say his r’s, but that’s just the beginning of his troubles. First Rory’s ex-best-friend Brent started hanging out with the mean lacrosse kids. But then, a terrible accident takes Brent out of school, and Rory struggles with how to feel. 
   
  Rory and his new speech teacher put their heads together on Rory’s r’s (as well as a serious love of hard rock and boxing legend Muhammad Ali), but nobody seems to be able to solve the problem of Rory’s complicated feelings about Brent. Brent’s accident left him with a brain injury and he’s struggling. Should Rory stand up for his old friend at school—even after Brent failed to do the same for him?

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  25 Magical Nights Before...

  Serenity McNight

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  Make This Christmas Truly Magical with Stories that Warm the Heart and Calm the Night 
  Step into a world where Christmas dreams come alive under the glow of twinkling lights and every bedtime becomes a moment of wonder. 25 Magical Nights Before Christmas is a heartwarming collection of gentle stories crafted to bring calm, connection, and joy to families during the most enchanting time of the year. Perfect for children ages 4–12, these tales remind young hearts—and the grown-ups who read with them—that the true spirit of Christmas lives in kindness, courage, forgiveness, and love. 
  From lost letters that find their way to Santa, to brave penguins who save Christmas, talking cookies who discover self-love, and forgotten toys who get a second chance, each story is filled with timeless lessons and magical imagery that make bedtime sparkle with meaning. 
  In this beautifully written holiday collection, your child will:Rediscover the magic of giving and gratitude, through uplifting tales that inspire empathy and joy.Travel through snow-kissed adventures and cozy villages, where friendship, courage, and wonder shine brighter than any star.End each story with a “Star of the Night” reflection, a simple, heartfelt message that encourages family connection before sleep. 
  Whether read together by the Christmas tree or whispered under soft blankets, 25 Magical Nights Before Christmas will become a cherished December tradition—one that fills your evenings with laughter, comfort, and the kind of magic that lasts far beyond the holiday season. 
  ✨ Share the warmth. Create memories. Keep the light of Christmas glowing—one bedtime at a time.

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