#Anthology

A Mermaid in Middle School: Book 1

Author: A.M. Luzzader Genre: Anthology

A young mermaid. A witch out for revenge. Can Brynn Finley become a sea guardian and help humans in danger when she's just started the sixth grade? Brynn is the only mermaid in school still struggling to learn magic. She can't become a guardian of the ocean, like her parents, until she unlocks the secret to magic spells. On her quest to discover her gifts, Brynn and her best friend meet a lovable sea turtle, a pair of selkie sisters, and Phaedra―the great and terrible sea witch whose power threatens the entire reef. Soon, Brynn finds herself in over her head. She'll have to learn to be honest, ask for help, trust her heart, and follow the merfolk oath to prove that even a young mermaid can shine with golden strength. Why readers love A Mermaid in Middle School: Perfect for kids ages 8–12 (and any readers who love imaginative children's books) A middle grade fantasy full of courage, friendship, and undersea adventure Explores the ocean, marine life, and lessons in empathy and teamwork A heartwarming coming-of-age book for readers who dream big and love mermaids Makes a great gift for the little mermaid or ocean lover in your life Collect all six books in the series for a complete set of underwater adventures! Read more

Animal All-Stars Collection (National Geographic Kids Readers, Level 1)

Author: National Geographic Kids Genre: Anthology

Spark your child’s love of reading and help them build key skills with this five-book collection of Level 1 readers featuring kid-favorite animals! Hop along as a tadpole transforms into a frog. Play in the ocean waves with a family of sea otters. Climb trees with koalas, snuggle up for a nap with a red panda, and join snack time with a hedgehog. Kids will love exploring the worlds of these beloved animals in these engaging books written especially for new readers. Packed with fun facts, dazzling photography, and a hands-on activity to reinforce the content of the book, each of the five titles in this bind-up will help beginning readers develop ease and confidence in their reading as they discover where these animals live, what they eat, and the fascinating traits that make them unique! Read more

Chinese Mythology: Legendary Tales of Heaven, Earth, Humanity, and Beyond

Author: Aaron Hwang Genre: Anthology Illustrator: Adela Li

Step into the magical and rich world of Chinese mythology with tales of gods, goddesses, the Monkey King, the White Snake, and more in this gorgeous, fully illustrated collection of myths and fairy tales. Do you know how the world began? Or why there is wind and rain? Have you ever felt lucky and wondered where luck comes from? Are you curious about the unseen and unknown? People have been asking these questions for thousands of years, with different cultures coming up with different answers to explain the universe. The myths in Chinese Mythology date back to ancient China, where the Jade Emperor ruled from the Heavens alongside other deities, and when the world was filled with supernatural figures, including snake-women, animal tricksters, ghosts, demons, dragons, and more. Journey through the world's creation and the rule of heaven to the powerful shaping of earth and the rise of humanity in these stunning, exciting, and mystical tales from China, written by the author of A Kid's Guide to the Chinese Zodiac and illustrated in stunning, bright, magical pictures. Read more

Deadly Animals Collection (National Geographic Kids Readers, Levels 1, 2, & 3): Readers That Grow With You

Author: Laura Marsh Genre: Anthology

Follow ferocious predators as they stalk, chase, and ambush prey. Investigate what makes these animals some of the most incredible hunters, including their teeth, claws, hunting methods, and more. Young readers can explore the amazing world of Earth's fiercest animals in this level 1, 2, and 3 reader collection. Fascinating science information is accompanied by striking photographs that pique kids' curiosity and inspire them to learn more about the natural world. National Geographic Readers have been a hit in the competitive beginning reader category, and this book follows upon that success with the same combination of careful text, brilliant photographs, and the fun approach to the high-interest subject of predators that has proven to be a winning formula with kids. Read more

Fairy Tales and Fables

Author: Gyo Fujikawa Genre: Anthology Illustrator: Gyo Fujikawa

Gyo Fujikawa creates magic with this enchanting collection of fairy tales and fables. These are the stories that all children should experience, that will nourish their young minds and imaginations: Little Red Riding Hood, Cinderella, The Hare and the Tortoise, The Little Red Hen, The Three Little Pigs, and many more. Some are well known and beloved; others are unfamiliar, but they’re all beautifully written and illustrated. As always, Fujikawa’s characters (human and animal) are endearing and rich in personality. Her stunning images include the ugly duckling looking up plaintively at swans flying in a sunset sky; a lovely princess atop dozens of colorful mattresses (but she can still feel the pea); and tiny Jack chased by a giant large enough to take up nearly an entire spread! Read more

Greatest Short Stories For Children

Author: Various Genre: Anthology

Greatest Short Stories for Children is a delightful collection of timeless tales crafted to entertain, inspire, and educate young minds. Bursting with imagination, humor, and valuable life lessons, each story in this anthology introduces children to lovable characters, exciting adventures, and important morals. Whether it’s a clever animal trickster or a brave young hero, these stories nurture creativity, empathy, and curiosity, making reading an engaging and enriching experience for kids. Wholesome tales, lasting lessons! Explore a rich variety of classic and modern short stories. Delve into tales that blend fun with moral education. Discover characters that inspire courage, kindness, and wit. Reflect on simple values like honesty, friendship, and perseverance. Perfect for bedtime reading, classroom storytelling, or solo exploration. Themes Moral values Friendship and kindness Bravery and adventure Creativity and imagination Respect and empathy Read more

Inspiring Stories for Curious Kids: Amazing Short Reads on History, Science and Sports

Author: Sam Carter Genre: Adventure

🔥 Discover Real Heroes. Spark Real Curiosity. Inspiring Stories for Curious Kids is packed with short, true tales of remarkable people who changed the world — and started with nothing more than a big question. 🌟 What You’ll Explore Inside: 🛩️ The Wright Brothers — Two dreamers who dared to fly 👑 Cleopatra — A clever queen who ruled with strategy 🌊 Molly Brown — The woman who survived the Titanic ⚛️ Marie Curie — The scientist who lit up the world 🔭 Galileo — The stargazer who challenged what people believed 💻 Alan Turing — The genius who cracked the code in WWII 🏅 Jesse Owens — The athlete who defied hate 🎾 Serena Williams — The tennis legend who broke every barrier ⚽ Pelé — The boy who became king of the world’s game 📘 Why Kids (and Parents) Love This Book: ✅ True stories that are fun to read and easy to follow ✅ Perfect for ages 8–12 ✅ Packed with inspiration, curiosity, and courage ✅ Great for school projects, bedtime reading, or classroom shelves 📖 Click the “Add to Cart” button and unlock a world of inspiring stories that will ignite your imagination and fuel your journey toward extraordinary things. 🚀🌟 Read more

Mañana, Iguana

Author: Ann Whitford Paul Genre: Anthology Illustrator: Ethan Long

Full of fiesta fun and easy Spanish vocabulary, this fun twist on The Little Red Hen is sure to delight young readers. Iguana wants to throw a party! Everyone thinks it's a great idea, but when she asks her friends to help, they're full of excuses. Conejo writes too fast, so no one could read the invitations if he wrote them. Tortuga can't deliver them because he walks so slowly. Culebra would be happy to help cook... if only he had arms. Maybe mañana, Iguana! But when Iguana doesn't let them join the party, Tortuga, Culebra, and Conejo realize they've let their friend down. Tired out from hard work and good fun, Iguana goes to sleep-- she'll clean up mañana-- and her three friends come up with a way to make it up to her and fix their friendship. Bright, cartoonish illustrations bring this simple tale to life, and a glossary explains all the Spanish words used in the story, including the days of the week. This is a great read-aloud with a heartwarming ending. Read more

Nothing But the Truth: A Documentary Novel and Related Readings

Author: Avi Genre: Anthology

A textbook reader for young adults features "Nothing but the truth" by Avi, plus short stories, poems, and essays designed to build reading comprehension. Read more

Rainforest

Author: DK Genre: Anthology

Go on an illustrated journey through nature’s unseen habitats in this kids’ book about life under the canopy. Explore the most abundant habitats on Earth, bursting with plants and animals of every shape and size, in this book about rainforests for children aged 9+. Rainforest reveals the dizzying diversity of life in these fascinating forests. Caiman and capybara crowd Amazon riverbanks, ants scare off elephants in the Congo, and birds and butterflies flit through the treetops of Costa Rica. This nature book for children offers: Material that supports the science curriculum in grades 3-5, perfect for nature-loving children and reluctant readers. An in-depth look at Earth’s incredible rainforests and the animals that live there, as well as the different rainforest layers, types, and locations. The fifth title in DK’s wide-format Panorama series featuring 13 striking double-page illustrations, each teeming with life. This illustrated guide lets children discover the incredible diversity of the rainforest. See how mountain gorillas feast on bamboo in Rwanda, bears bound through Alaskan temperate rainforest, and orangutans swing in Indonesia. And of course, none of these would exist without the lush plant life – soaring kapok trees, sturdy teak, and tenacious epiphytes throng the forests. Packed full of iconic animal species, this book shows life on Earth at its most vivid and vibrant. Read more

Starfell #3: Willow Moss & the Vanished Kingdom

Author: Dominique Valente Genre: Anthology

Intrepid young witch Willow Moss is back in a third installment of this magical middle grade series, perfect for fans of Terry Pratchett. For the first time ever, Willow Moss is going to school. Magical children have long been barred from attending school. And the sudden reversal of the rule by the mysterious (and nefarious) Brothers of Wol seems too good to be true. Why would they decide to change it now? Willow, though hesitant, embarks on this new path with her usual courage and determination. On her first day, she meets new friends Twist and Peg, who will soon become her next partners-in-adventure. Because Willow is about to be tasked with her most urgent mission yet: to protect the children of Starfell, uncover the mystery of a long-lost kingdom--and prevent the very source of all magic from falling into the wrong hands. Read more

The Beasts Beneath the Winds: Tales of Southeast Asia's Mythical Creatures

Author: Hanna Alkaf Genre: Anthology

A sweeping and magical story collection showcasing the mythical creatures of Southeast Asia, including work by two-time Newbery medalist Erin Entrada Kelly and National Book Award finalist Shing Yin Khor A turtle the size of an island. A cricket that can possess you if swallowed. A giant who turns enemies to stone. The legends of Southeast Asia--or "the lands below the winds," as explorers used to call it--are populated with a whole menagerie of colorful beasts that inspire awe and fear in equal measure. Yet, passed on as they are through story and song, so many of these stories remain rooted in some long-forgotten past and bound by the borders of the region, creatures of myth and memory and nothing more. Until now. Welcome to The Beasts Beneath the Winds , a collection of Southeast Asia's most elusive cryptids by a team of bestselling and award-winning authors. Listeners will find the stories of seventeen regular kids who encounter these mythical creatures in the here and now, and--fortunately or unfortunately--live to tell the tale. Read more