Family and Home Stories books - Children and Teenagers

A stunning edition of this modern classic of World War One, featuring an introduction by the author and insightful testimonies from soldiers.

4 stars

Tells the tale of Mufaro's two daughters, two beautiful girls who react in different ways to the king's search for a wife - one is aggressive and selfish, the other kind and dignified. The king takes on disguises to learn the true nature of both girls and of course chooses Nyasha, the kind and generous daughter, to be his queen.

Adri's mama and papa share some of the wisdom they have gained through the years with their eager son. Their words, simple and powerful, are meant to comfort and guide him as he goes about exploring the world. Kranz's uniquely painted rockfish and honest insights will inspire parents and children of all ages as they swim through life.

Suitable for your babies or toddlers, this title fills with easily recognizable objects.

This Printz Honor Book is a "tender, honest exploration of identity" (Publishers Weekly) that distils lyrical truths about family and friendship.

5 stars

Matthew is trapped in his bedroom by crippling OCD and spends most of his time staring out of his window as the inhabitants of Chestnut Close go about their lives. Until the day he is the last person to see his next door neighbour's toddler, Teddy, before he goes missing. Matthew must turn detective and unravel the mystery of Teddy's disappearance.

A haunting story of a family's flight from danger to a new life in a new country.

Original publication and copyright date: 2005.

Forced to flee his home in Syria, a young boy and his family face the dangers of civil war. A moving story of conflict and hope, shortlisted for the UKLA Book Award.

A funny and tender board book story about a little boy waiting for his new brother or sister to arrive. Written by Giles Andreae, author of family favourite Giraffes Can't Dance.

5 stars

Share the joys of becoming a big brother! With the arrival of a new baby comes many transitions, and big brothers may need a little extra tender loving care to adjust to a new family situation. This sweet story with adorable toddler illustrations by Caroline Jayne Church is just right to share with and prepare an older brother getting ready for an expanding family.

Growing up in a sleepy Cornish village, Lou has always wondered about the grand Cardew house which has stood empty for years. And when the owners arrive for the summer, Lou is swept off her feet and into a world of moonlit cocktail parties and glamour beyond her wildest dreams. Will she find her feet before the summer ends... or lose her heart?

Jamie Drake's dad is orbiting the Earth in the International Space Station and Jamie ought to think it's cool but he just really misses him... Hanging out at his local observatory, Jamie picks up a strange signal on his phone.

In this first book of a new illustrated middle grade series by a #1 New York Times-bestselling author, Marc learns to become a Warrior Kid after his uncle Jake, a Navy SEAL, comes to stay for the summer.

Once there was a little tree ...and she loved a little boy. Every day the boy would come to the tree to eat her apples, swing from her branches, or slide down her trunk ...and the tree was happy. But as the boy grew older he began to want more from the tree, and the tree gave and gave and gave.

A young bisexual British lord embarks on an unforgettable Grand Tour of Europe with his best friend/secret crush. An eighteenth century romantic adventure for the modern age.

Follow Peter as he deals with his annoying brother Farley, known as Fudge, his sworn enemy and neighbor Sheila Tubman, a family move to New Jersey and his mother's pregnancy, a vacation to Maine and the discovery of cousins Flora and Fauna.

The "New York Times"-bestselling author of "On the Night You Were Born" takes a universal truth that each person in the world makes a difference in this board book edition of her bestselling picture book. Full color.

An emotionally charged story about the power of dreams, and how passion can turn to obsession.

5 stars

In this second Warrior Kid book, a kid learns how to be strong and tough from a seasoned warrior.