Staff Picks
Just Checked In for Children
- Richland Library
- Thursday, May 09
Collection
This list is regularly updated and shows some of the latest items that have been checked in at the library.
Animation Collection. Volume 5, Wind in the Willows
Published in 2009
Volume 5 includes Wind in the Willows, The Ugly Duckling, The Robber Kitten, The Grasshopper & the Ants, The Wise Little Hen, and The Golden Touch.
Curious George
30 Stories
Published in 2019
Hours of family-friendly fun with 30 stories starring a favorite storybook character. The two-time Daytime Emmy Award-winning series on PBS KIDS follows George as he creates havoc at the zoo, visits a doctor's office, zooms into roller skate infamy and even flies a rocket. Kids will delight in every adventure while learning creative lessons in problem solving, science, mathematics, and technology.
Explorer
The Lost Islands
Published in 2013
A collection of seven new stories by comics artists centers on a theme of hidden places and includes contributions by such genre figures as Jason Caffoe, Raina Telgemeier, and Dave Roman.
Exploring the Science of Light
30+ Illuminating Experiments & Colorful Science Activities
Published in 2014
Answers dozens of questions about color and light while outlining experiments involving such subjects as rainbows, colored shadows, and photosynthesis.
Learn to Draw Disney Favorite Fairies
Published in 2014
Provides step-by-step instructions on how to draw Tinker Bell and her friends from Pixie Hollow.
Paw Patrol - Rescue Pack
Published in 2018
Start the Paw Patrol collection with original favorites, Paw Patrol; Paw Patrol Winter Rescues; and Paw Patrol: Brave Heroes, Big Rescues in a giftable slipcase.
Sonic Boom. Season Two. Volume 1
Published in 2021
It's an ensemble comedy that pokes fun at action-adventure storytelling, but still manages to deliver plenty of adrenaline! Wherever he goes and whatever he's up against, Sonic the Hedgehog is aided by his sidekick, Tails, and his friends' Knuckles, Amy, and Sticks and, of course, attacked by his arch-nemesis, Dr. Eggman.
Cam Jansen and the Barking Treasure Mystery
Published in 1999
When a woman's poodle disappears during a boat ride around the city, Cam uses her photographic memory to solve the mystery.
Cam Jansen and the School Play Mystery
Published in 2001
When a thief takes the box office money at the school play, Cam uses her photographic memory to solve the mystery.
Hicotea
A Nightlights Story
Published in 2019
"On a school field trip to the local wetlands, Sandy wanders away from her classmates and discovers an empty turtle shell. Peeking into the shell, she suddenly finds herself within a magical new dimension. Filled with sculptures, paintings and books, the turtle's shell is a museum of the natural world. But one painting is incomplete, and the shell's mystery inhabitant needs Sandy's help to finish it..." -- Back cover.
Baby Goes to Market
Published in 2019
"Join Baby and his doting mama at a bustling southwest Nigerian marketplace for a bright, bouncy read-aloud offering a gentle introduction to numbers."--Publisher's description.
The Last Kids on Earth and the Monster Dimension
Published in 2023
"The last kids may have escaped the forbidden fortress by the skin of their teeth, but there isn't much to celebrate. Thrull has what he needs to complete the Tower, Rezzoch will most certainly come to Earth, and the world as they know it will cease to exist. Except Jack's Cosmic Hand is now even more powerful than he realized, and it might just be able to stop the inevitable from happening. To get the answers he seeks, he'll need to travel farther than he's ever been. He must go . . . to the monster dimension"--Provided by publisher.
Hey, Duck!
Published in 2013
A plucky duckling attempts to befriend a cat that just wants to be left alone.
Clifford the Small Red Puppy
Published in 2024
Meet Clifford before he was the big red dog in this board book edition of a storybook classic! This sturdy board book edition of 'Clifford the Small Red Puppy' brings readers along as Clifford grows into the big red dog we all know and love! Meet Clifford before he was the big red dog in this board book edition of a storybook classic! This sturdy board book edition ofClifford the Small Red Puppybrings readers along as Clifford grows into the big red dog we all know and love! When Emily Elizabeth first meets Clifford, he is just a small puppy. His collar and food bowl are too big, and he is always getting lost. But soon, her love helps him grow bigger, and bigger, and BIGGER! This new board book edition has a fresh, updated cover and a big, chunky trim with durable pages, perfect for Clifford's youngest fans. lovingly craftedfor little ones a classic story redesigned to delight a whole new generation ideal for Clifford fans
Bronzeville Boys and Girls
Published in 2007
A collection of poems that celebrate the joy, beauty, imagination, and freedom of childhood.
Mad Summer Night's Dream
Published in 1999
A strange dream on a midsummer night in winter produces many contradictions and unusual sights, from singing flowers and blooming birds to dancing stone monkeys.
The Picnic
Published in 1992
Mole, Rabbit, and Mouse postpone their picnic and stay underground when a threatening dog comes by.
Dream, Annie, Dream
Published in 2022
"In this empowering deconstruction of the so-called American Dream, a twelve-year-old Japanese American girl grapples with, and ultimately rises above, the racism and trials of middle school she experiences while chasing her dreams. As the daughter of immigrants who came to America for a better life, Annie Inoue was raised to dream big. And at the start of seventh grade, she's channeling that irrepressible hope into becoming the lead in her school play. So when Annie lands an impressive role in the production of The King and I, she's thrilled ... until she starts to hear grumbles from her mostly white classmates that she only got the part because it's an Asian play with Asian characters. Is this all people see when they see her? Is this the only kind of success they'll let her have -- one that they can tear down or use race to belittle? Disheartened but determined, Annie channels her hurt into a new dream: showing everyone what she's made of. Waka T. Brown, author of While I Was Away, delivers an uplifting coming-of-age story about a Japanese American girl's fight to make space for herself in a world that claims to celebrate everyone's differences but doesn't always follow through."-- Provided by publisher
Quiet Power
The Secret Strengths of Introverts
Published in 2016
"The monumental bestseller Quiet has been recast in a new edition that empowers introverted kids and teens. Susan Cain sparked a worldwide conversation when she published Quiet: The Power of Introverts in a World That Can't Stop Talking. With her inspiring book, she permanently changed the way we see introverts and the way introverts see themselves. The original book focused on the workplace, and Susan realized that a version for and about kids was also badly needed. This book is all about kids' world--school, extracurriculars, family life, and friendship. You'll read about actual kids who have tackled the challenges of not being extroverted and who have made a mark in their own quiet way. You'll hear Susan Cain's own story, and you'll be able to make use of the tips at the end of each chapter. There's even a guide at the end of the book for parents and teachers. This insightful, accessible, and empowering book, illustrated with amusing comic-style art, will be eye-opening to extroverts and introverts alike"-- Provided by publisher.
Narwhal's Otter Friend
Published in 2019
A collection of three stories featuring Narwhal and Jelly, including one in which they meet Otty, a super-adventurous otter, who causes Jelly to worry that she will take his place as Narwhal's best friend.
The Patchwork Bike
Published in 2018
"When you live at the edge of the no-go desert, you need to make your own fun. That's when you and your brothers get inventive and build a bike from scratch, using everyday items like an old milk pot (maybe Mum is using it, maybe not), a bent bucket seat, and bashed tin-can handles. The end result is a spectacular bike, perfect for going bumpetty bump over the sand hills, past your fed-up mum, and right through your mud-for-walls home." -- Back cover.
Elizabeth, Queen of the Seas
Published in 2014
World-renowned swimmer and author Lynne Cox and Caldecott Medal-winning illustrator Brian Floca team up to bring us this inspiring story of an elephant seal who knew exactly where she belonged. Here is the incredible story of Elizabeth, a real-life elephant seal who made her home in the Avon River in the city of Christchurch, New Zealand. When Elizabeth decides to stretch out across a two-lane road, the citizens worry she might get hurt or cause traffic accidents, so a group of volunteers tows her out to sea. But Elizabeth swims all the way back to Christchurch. The volunteers catch her again and again -- each time towing her farther, even hundreds of miles away -- but, still, Elizabeth finds her way back home. Includes back matter with information about elephant seals.
Your Skeleton is Showing
Rhymes of Blunder from Six Feet Under
Published in 2013
A wacky graveyard adventure combines funny-bone-tickling poems with silly grim illustrations, and serves as an introduction to poetry.
A New Home
Published in 2019
Moving to a new city can be exciting. But what if your new home isn't anything at all like your old home? Will you make friends? What will you eat? Where will you play? In a shared voice, a boy moving from New York City to Mexico City and a girl moving from Mexico City to New York City express their fears about leaving home to live in a new and unfamiliar place. Tania de Regil offers a heart-warming story about finding home wherever you go.
Pax Samson
The Cookout
Published in 2021
When the mad god Odin tries to take over the planet of Sotellus, it's up to Pax Samson and his super-powered family to save the day, but Pax is unsure if his training is enough to help his family and save the magical creatures known as the Enchanted.
North
The Amazing Story of Arctic Migration
Published in 2011
Presents a tribute to the migrations of millions of creatures to the Arctic, including depictions of the cyclical journeys of gray whales, caribou, and more.
Fun is in the Air
Published in 2023
"When Misty and her friends head to the Sea Breeze Carnival, they ride the rides, pose for photos, and play their favorite games. Best of all, they enjoy the updraft, which is created by warm and cool air colliding. Nothing like a summer wind at the beach!"-- Provided by publisher
Charlie the Ranch Dog
Published in 2011
While Charlie, a sleepy basset hound, tells about the busy life of a ranch dog, his best friend Suzie, a Jack Russell terrier, is getting the work done.
The End of the Overworld
Published in 2024
"Morgan, Harper and their friends return to a Minecraft Overworld in total chaos as a growing rift threatens to engulf everything in its path and have one chance to save Minecraft and their friend the Evoker King"-- Provided by publisher.
Last Block Standing!
Published in 2021
"As the world of Minecraft falls under the Evoker King's control, Morgan, Ash, and their friends get ready for the final showdown. But with their enemy now in possession of the most powerful building block in Minecraft, do they really stand a chance of defeating him? And meanwhile, in the real world, the kids deal with the devastating news that Ash and her family may be moving away! Will both worlds come to an end, or is this just a new beginning?"-- Provided by publisher.
Night of the Bats!
Published in 2019
"The adventures continue in the Woodsword Chronicles as five young Minecraft players find themselves transported inside the game they love--and now bats have invaded their school! Are creatures from the game leaking into their world? Needing to learn more, the players agree to leave their Minecraft castle and travel farther into the world they're visiting"-- Provided by publisher.
The Hundred Dresses
Published in 2004
In winning a medal she is no longer there to receive, a tight-lipped little Polish girl teaches her classmates a lesson. Includes a note from the author's daughter, Helena Estes.
Give It a Try, Yasmin!
Published in 2022
"In this fun collection of four new Yasmin stories, Yasmin tackles every challenge she faces with her head and her heart! Whether she's helping to solve a recycling problem at school, trying to avoid a science fair fiasco, searching for a favorite lost book, or gathering her courage to join in the fun, Yasmin is always willing to give it a try!"-- Provided by publisher.
Best Friends for Never
Published in 2022
"YouTube star Mia Fizz gets involved in a school play, the drama doesn't stay onstage..."-- Provided by publisher.
Loveblock
Published in 2020
"Animals show their love in so many ways! This interactive board book, with its chunky, die-cut pages and surprise-filled gatefolds, is the perfect gift for anyone you love. Featured animals include elephants, sea otters, swans, giraffes, sloths, penguins, kangaroos, pandas, hippos, foxes, and golden eagles"--Amazon
Charlie Thorne and the Last Equation
Published in 2019
The CIA forces twelve-year-old Charlotte "Charlie" Thorne, a rebellious genius, to use her code-breaking skills on an epic global chase to locate Einstein's last equation before dangerous agents discover it and unlock the solution to harnessing energy.
Nobody Hugs a Cactus
Published in 2019
Hank, a cactus who is as prickly on the inside as he is on the outside, decides he wants a hug.
Never Touch a Panda!
Published in 2020
Never touch a panda--unless it's in this book! This new addition to the Never Touch a series features five sporty animals, and is accompanied by a silly rhyme meant to make little ones laugh.
Barn in Winter
Safe and Warm on the Farm
Published in 2023
Winter has come to the farm and covered everything in a blanket of icy snow. But where is the cow? Where are the pig and the goat? They are snuggly and snoozy, dozy and dreaming, tucked in all toasty, safe, dry and warm inside the cozy barn.
Theodore Boone
The Accomplice
Published in 2019
"When his best friend Woody is arrested--an unwitting accomplice to a robbery--Theodore Boone must work to prove his innocence"-- Provided by publisher.
Father's Rubber Shoes
Published in 1995
Yungsu misses Korea terribly until he begins to make friends in America.
Chomp
Published in 2012
When the difficult star of the reality television show "Expedition Survival" disappears while filming an episode in the Florida Everglades using animals from the wildlife refuge run by Wahoo Crane's family, Wahoo and classmate Tuna Gordon set out to find him while avoiding Tuna's gun-happy father.
Whisker Wizard
Published in 2021
"Babymouse becomes a influencer after she tries out a new whisker style and posts a tutorial online"-- Provided by publisher.
What's Inside a Flower And Other Questions About Science & Nature
Published in 2023
"In the launch of a new nonfiction picture book series, Rachel Ignotofsky's distinctive art style and engaging, informative text clearly answers any questions a child (or adult) could have about flowers"-- Provided by publisher.
Little Daymond Learns to Earn
Published in 2023
"Meet Little Daymond and his enterprising friends! When Daymond hatches an idea for a small business to make money to buy a music poster he wants, the whole crew comes together and figures out their unique strengths so they can each get exactly what they want--and even have some change to spare. Bestselling author and Shark Tank star Daymond John uses this fun story to ignite kids' early interest in how money works--including the concepts of saving, spending, budgeting, and borrowing--to develop a basic foundation of financial literacy that sets children up for success in the future"-- Provided by publisher.
Jayla Jumps in
Published in 2020
After learning that her mother was a Double Dutch champion, eleven-year-old Jayla forms a team hoping to stand out in her big, quirky family, and finds her life changed in ways she never imagined.
Once Upon a Cloud
Published in 2015
While thinking very hard about the perfect gift for her mother just before she falls asleep, Celeste is blown way up into the sky by the Wind, where she meets the Stars, the Moon, and the Sun, and when she awakens she finds exactly what she sought.
Earth School
Published in 2023
"The Marshmallow Martians head off to Earth School and try to learn all about bugs"-- Provided by publisher.
Snow Days
Published in 2021
"Rhyming couplets celebrate the varied aspects of snow from a preschooler's perspective. Mixed-media collage art shows small children engaging in a range of winter activities, including skating, throwing snowballs, and making snow angels. A final page shares age-appropriate information about snow."-- Provided by publisher.
Diary of a Wimpy Kid
Greg Heffley's Journal
Published in 2007
Greg records his sixth grade experiences in a middle school where he and his best friend, Rowley, undersized weaklings amid boys who need to shave twice daily, hope just to survive, but when Rowley grows more popular, Greg must take drastic measures to save their friendship.
Diary of a Wimpy Kid
The Long Haul
Published in 2023
A family road trip is supposed to be a lot of fun ... unless, of course, you're the Heffleys. The journey starts off full of promise, then quickly takes several wrong turns. Gas station bathrooms, crazed seagulls, a fender bender, and a runaway pig--not exactly Greg Heffley's idea of a good time. But even the worst road trip can turn into an adventure--and this is one the Heffleys won't soon forget.
What a Ship Sees
A Fold-out Journey Across the Ocean
Published in 2020
Folding out to nearly 8 feet, children can look at all the different things the ship sees on its way, as it chugs past fishing vessels, a tanker and a humongous cruise ship, alongside leaping dolphins and shoals of flying fish, through the high, choppy waves of a lightning storm, and finally reaching its own little harbour. Playful text guides the journey, providing fun shared experience and conversation starter for parents and young children. The reverse side of the concertina features spot illustrations picked out from the main scene, with a more expansive information about each element, from ships to ocean life.
Giddy Up, Cowgirl
Published in 2006
While running errands with her mother, a young girl who likes to dress as a cowgirl tries to be helpful but her efforts always seem to backfire.
Am I Yours?
Published in 2018
"Some friendly dinosaurs must help a lost egg after it's blown out of its nest. But if they are to reunite the little egg with its true parents, they must first discover what kind of dinosaur lies inside"-- Provided by publisher.
Up to My Knees!
Published in 2020
"Mei plants a seed and watches it grow. Soon the little plant is up to her toes, then her knees, then her waist. How tall will it get? Engages young children in exploring informal measurement."-- Provided by publisher.
The Ice Age Tracker's Guide
Published in 2010
An illustrated guide to the animals of the Ice Age that describes what they looked like, how they lived, and what they ate.
Little Miss Stoneybrook ... and Dawn
Published in 2021
Dawn's a little jealous when there's a formal ceremony to welcome Jessi and Mallory into the Baby-sitters Club. Don't people know that Dawn's a special baby-sitter too? Then it's Dawn's turn to shine. Mrs. Pike wants Dawn to help prepare Margo and Claire for the Little Miss Stoneybrook contest. So what if Margo's only talent is peeling a banana with her feet? Dawn's going to help her charges win that contest any way she can. The only trouble is ... Kristy, Mary Anne, and Claudia are helping Karen, Myriah, and Charlotte enter the contest, too. And nobody's sure where the competition is fiercer: at the pageant -- or at the Baby-sitters Club! The best friends you'll ever have!
Moon! Earth's Best Friend (WB)
Published in 2020
"A light-hearted nonfiction picture book about the formation and history of the moon and its history in relation to earth--told from the perspective of the moon itself!"-- Provided by publisher.
Our Planet!
There's No Place Like Earth
Published in 2022
Our Planet! There's No Place Like Earth is a nonfiction audiobook about the Earth, told from the perspective of Earth herself. Meet Earth. Planet Awesome! And your awesome home! Actually, Earth is home to all the plants and all the animals in the solar system, including nearly eight billion people. Humans have accidentally moved Earth's climate change into the fast lane, and she need your help to put on the brakes. Earthlings need Earth, and Earth needs Earthlings, so let's save Earth together!With characteristic humor and charm, Stacy McAnulty channels the voice of Earth in this next celestial "autobiography" in the Our Universe series. Rich with kid-friendly facts, this is an equally charming and irresistible audiobook. A Macmillan Audio production from Henry Holt and Company
Lulu and the Rabbit Next Door
Published in 2014
"When Lulu's next-door neighbor doesn't seem to be looking after his rabbit properly, Lulu and her cousin Mellie devise a scheme to make him pay more attention to his pet"-- Provided by publisher.
Over and Under the Snow
Published in 2011
Over the snow, the world is hushed and white, but under the snow is a secret world of squirrels and snowshoe hares, bears and bullfrogs, and many others who live outside in the woods during the winter.
The Quickest Kid in Clarksville
Published in 2016
Growing up in the segregated town of Clarksville, Tennessee, in the 1960s, Alta's family cannot afford to buy her new sneakers--but she still plans to attend the parade celebrating her hero Wilma Rudolph's three Olympic gold medals.
ABC-Deconstructing Gender
Published in 2023
Illustrations and simple text demonstrate that words can be neutral and not tied to a specific gender.
My First Atlas of the World
Published in 2018
Simple, colorful maps, bold pictures, and accessible text present basic geography, continent by continent, to spark kids' curiosity about the planet we inhabit. They'll learn elementary mapping skills and concepts such as the difference between a globe and a map. They'll learn answers to questions, like what is a compass rose? What features make up the land? Where is the ocean? And what are the countries where people (and animals) live? Reviewed by geography and early childhood consultants, this delightful atlas makes our world accessible to even the most junior explorers.
If You Take a Mouse to School
Published in 2002
Follows a boy and his mouse through a busy day at school.
The Unicorn in the Barn
Published in 2017
Fifth-grader Eric's life transforms when he encounters a unicorn in the woods around Chinaberry Creek and discovers a special veterinary clinic that cares for "supernatural exotic patients."
Looking for Colors with Lily and Milo
Published in 2017
In this story, Lily and Milo play together and identify different colors.
Solar and Lunar Eclipses
Published in 2013
Explains solar and lunar eclipses, including how the Earth, moon, and sun interact with each other, why the moon sometimes turns red, and what the sun's corona is.
Brawl of the Wild
Published in 2019
When Dog Man is sent to the pound for a crime he didn't commit, his friends work to prove his innocence.
Remembering Vera
Published in 2017
A stray dog secretly adopted by the men of a U.S. Coast Guard base in San Francisco Bay proves to be a hero.
Blue Moon
Published in 2013
While helping the Omega team track down the identity of the original thirteen zombies in New York City, Molly tries to keep her mother's secret and uncovers a sinister plan of the undead.
15 Secrets to Survival
Published in 2023
Forced to participate in an extra credit project in the middle of nowhere, classmates Baxter, Abigail, Turner and Emerson must survive the wilderness with only a survival handbook and each other after their instructor goes missing.
Brownie & Pearl Hit the Hay
Published in 2011
A little girl and her cat enjoy preparing for bed with a bath, snack, and bedtime story.
Sunday
Published in 1996
Portrays an African American family as they spend a typical Sunday eating breakfast, going to church, and visiting their grandparents.
Tea with Milk
Published in 1999
After growing up near San Francisco, a young Japanese woman returns with her parents to their native Japan, but she feels foreign and out of place.
The Grannyman
Published in 1999
Simon the cat is so old that most of his parts have stopped working, but just when he is ready to breathe his last breath, his family brings home a new kitten for him to raise.
Meet the Hamantaschen Detectives
Published in 2022
"The Purim play is about to start, but the megillah is missing! Without the scroll that recounts the Purim story, how can the show go on? Never fear: three determined hamantaschen--DETECTIVES! Right. Three determined DETECTIVES are on the case. With the help of a mysterious stranger and a few disguises, the detectives uncover the facts so the true story of Purim can be told." --Amazon.com.
Razzle Dazzle Unicorn
Another Phoebe and Her Unicorn Adventure
Published in 2016
Phoebe and her unicorn are back with more sparkles than ever! In this fourth volume, join in the adventure as Phoebe and Marigold confront messy rooms, trouble at school, and a nasty case of "Sparkle Fever." Follow the pair back to Camp Wolfgang, where their old pals Sue (a.k.a. "Monster Girl") and Ringo, the lake creature, remind them that being weird is WAY more fun than being normal.
Camping with Unicorns
Another Phoebe and Her Unicorn Adventure
Published in 2020
"Phoebe and her unicorn best friend, Marigold, share one of the most magical friendships in comics history. This new collection of Phoebe and Her Unicorn comics is sure to dazzle and delight readers of all ages with tales of mischief, magic, and adventure. Life is never boring when your best friend is a unicorn."--Provided by publisher.
The Land
Published in 2003
After the Civil War Paul, the son of a white father and a black mother, finds himself caught between the two worlds of colored folks and white folks as he pursues his dream of owning land of his own.
The Scary States of America
Published in 2007
Twelve-year-old Jason Specter, self-proclaimed "clearing house for the weird," introduces and presents his favorite stories of the paranormal--one from each state of the Union--submitted to the Web site he created after his own encounter with a ghost at school three years earlier.
Teddy's Favorite Toy
Published in 2018
"Teddy's favorite toy has the best manners, and the sickest fighting skills, and the ability to pull off a number of fierce looks. But when his toy goes missing, it turns out there's another woman around who's pretty fierce--it's Teddy's mom, and she will stop at nothing to reunite Teddy with his favorite toy"-- Provided by publisher.
Spacebot
Published in 2020
When a mysterious visitor arrives from outer space one night, a family dog makes an unexpected friend.
Stick Dog Slurps Spaghetti
Published in 2016
When they come across spaghetti in their search for a tug-of-war rope, Stick Dog and his hungry friends go on a quest for more pasta that sees them scale their suburb's tallest mountain and sneak into a restaurant filled with humans.
Mellybean and the Wicked Wizard
Published in 2021
Mellybean and the cats help their friends in a fantastical world from a wizard trying to steal the magic of all the other mythical creatures in order to become the greatest wizard ever.
Design a Game!
Published in 2022
Siblings Shen, Shondra, and Shontoya arrive at Ludum Omega Summer Camp with a passion for games, and Professor Zephyr is excited to teach this year's students all about the art and science of game design! What makes a game fun? What kinds of games are out there? How can designers turn an okay game into a great one? Join the professor's class and learn how to make games with cards, dice, and other simple household items.