Children’s / Teenage personal and social topics: Emotions, moods, feelings and behaviours

Book SynopsisThis #1 New York Times Best-Selling title is now available in a Spanish language edition! Celebrate love and ring in Valentine's Day with The Very Hungry Caterpillar in this adorable book, which is now available in Spanish! This charming, sweet title featuring The Very Hungry Caterpillar is the perfect gift for that special someone on Valentine's Day--or any day of the year.You are the cherry on my cake; you make the sun shine brighter; you make my heart flutter. Using a range of images from the World of Eric Carle, and featuring The Very Hungry Caterpillar, this special gift book gives all the reasons why someone special makes the world a better and brighter place. Perfect for Valentine's Day presents, a must-have for fans of The Very Hungry Caterpillar, and an ideal gift for that special someone.

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Book SynopsisWe learn from an early age how to navigate the difficult emotions of life. Fear. Sadness. Worry. Loneliness. Rejection. For some of us, we learn to avoid painful emotions. Others of us may “feed” our emotions through various temporary distractions. Still others may hide or cover them up. Yet the Bible teaches us to bring all our hurts to God. Tell God How You Feel is a discipleship tool for parents to use in engaging their children with their emotions. It is designed to help children learn to bring their emotions to God and tell him what hurts. It teaches them the process of Biblical lament. In Tell God How You Feel, Christina Fox uses warm encouraging story times to help children engage with the vivid, descriptive words of the Psalms of Lament, helping them develop the habit of turning to God during hard and difficult times. These read aloud stories are ideal for family times with thoughtful questions and discussion starters at the end of each story.Trade ReviewTell God How You Feel is unique and badly needed. Many children’s books deal well with particular emotions, but no book I’ve ever seen gives children such a clear, concrete, relatable framework for dealing with any and all emotions by engaging their Heavenly Father with the weights and dreams in their hearts. Illustrated in an ethnically inclusive, warmly inviting style, Tell God how You Feel’fills a vital niche in nurturing a living faith in our children. -- Alasdair Groves (Executive Director of CCEF)Children are often unsure about what to do with their emotions. Whether they are feeling happy or sad, peaceful or anxious, angry or joyful, they can learn healthy ways to share their emotions with God. Christina Fox’s new book, Tell God How You Feel is a wonderful book to help parents and children discuss their feelings, as they consider the ways people have prayerfully talked to God all throughout Scripture, especially in the Psalms. This book is a wonderful way to talk with your children as you help them learn to talk to God. -- Melissa B. Kruger (author and director of Women’s Initiatives for The Gospel Coalition)

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Book SynopsisGod Hears Your Heart continues the story of Mia and Josh, begun in Tell God How You Feel. Mia and Josh are typical kids, dealing with hard and difficult emotions all kids feel: anger, disappointment, guilt, and failure. In God Hears Your Heart, they learn that God wants them to tell Him about all their feelings. They learn that He wants them to pray to Him and tell Him about how angry they feel when someone says something mean or how disappointed they feel when their plans get flipped upside down or how they feel when they fail at something. Mia and Josh learn just how much God loves and cares for them. This book is ideal for parents and grandparents who desire to disciple children in their emotions. These read aloud stories include thoughtful questions and discussion starters to help parents teach their children to bring all their feelings to God in prayer. God Hears helps children develop a lifelong habit of bringing their emotions to the Lord, seeking Him as their refuge in all their troubles and cares. Trade ReviewIf emotions are complex for adults (AKA, me!) to understand and respond to appropriately, how much more for children? This is why I’m so glad Christina has given us a helpful tool for guiding our kids through emotions like disappointment, anger, and failure. Best of all, she roots each lesson in biblical truth, particularly in the psalms which give voice to our hearts. I recommend this book to you! -- Kristen Wetherell (Author of ‘Humble Moms’, ‘Fight Your Fears’ and co–author of ‘Hope When It Hurts’)… a wonderful resource for children. It accomplishes the difficult task of turning children toward the Lord with their hard and unruly emotions without moralizing or excusing. Especially good on the disappointments every young human struggles to deal with and full of good advice and easy engagement for parents, this book is a must on every child’s bookshelf! -- Alasdair Groves (Executive Director of CCEF)

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Book SynopsisAgnes knows she is at home before she even opens her eyes in the morning. The sounds and smells and people swirl around her—she always knows what everyone is up to in the tight-knit apartment building where she lives. But she also knows what it is like to be the only child in a place full of adults who never have time. So when a little girl moves in to the building, Agnes is excited and sends her a subtle message. But the girl doesn’t respond. Then things start to change around Agnes’s place—and Agnes knows exactly who is to blame. It seems like the girl is interested in everyone except for Agnes! Will Agnes and the new girl ever meet? And what secrets does the new girl hold? First published in Norway, this is a lovely story about home and belonging and how one person can transform our world.Trade Review“The text and illustrations work in tandem to bring the magic of apartment living and new friendship to life. Shapes, lines and colors create movement and a strong visual throughline, helping readers’ eyes navigate detailed illustrations full of the messy, vibrant elements of life. Patterns and textures add another layer of cozy charm…A love letter to new friendships and apartment living.” —Kirkus Reviews

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Book SynopsisA joyous celebration of the sights and sounds of daybreak and that special feeling a brother and sister have when they get to experience it together. When everything is still gentle and quiet-ish and the stars say good morning at the same time they say good night, a brother and sister venture outside. They marvel at the dance of the snails and the birdsong that surrounds them. And then they join in, reveling in the early morning—and their time together before the rest of the world wakes. With lyrical language and beautiful art, this book captures the magic of daybreak, the importance of small moments, and the special bond between siblings.Trade Review“The poetic text and charming pictures celebrate a special time and universal feelings.” —Booklist

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Book SynopsisBetty can’t wait to be a first-grade witch. But on the first day of school, her classmates start calling her “Itty Bitty” because she’s small and still uses her kinder-broom. Betty doesn’t like the nickname—or how it makes her feel itty-bitty inside. So she comes up with a BIG idea to prove herself: winning the Halloween Dash.

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Book SynopsisAn unlikely duo star in a charming story about being different, finding courage, and the importance of friendship in the first book in a new series from an award-winning animation director. Kat likes doing things her very own way, but sometimes she doubts herself. So when a bird named Juju arrives, Kat hopes he’ll be the best friend she’s always wanted. He’s outgoing and silly and doesn’t worry about what others think—the opposite of who she is. Bit by bit, with Juju’s help, Kat discovers her strength, and how to have a friend and be one—while still being true to herself.Trade Review“This debut gently encourages personal growth while reinforcing the value of being different.” —Kirkus Reviews “Vahdani’s illustrations use a selective palette with reds and light blues, vivid against the muted shades of grey, with bobble-headed large-eyed characters and cinematic changes in angles and perspective…A sweet if somewhat scattered tale of embracing one’s uniqueness, its message of challenging insecurities and forming friendships at once important yet haphazardly developed.” —School Library Journal

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Book SynopsisFrom New York Times bestselling and award-winning author Renée Watson comes a love story about not only a romantic relationship but how a girl finds herself and falls in love with who she really is. When Nala Robertson reluctantly agrees to attend an open mic night for her cousin-sister-friend Imani’s birthday, she finds herself falling in instant love with Tye Brown, the MC. He’s perfect, except . . . Tye is an activist and is spending the summer putting on events for the community when Nala would rather watch movies and try out the new seasonal flavors at the local creamery. In order to impress Tye, Nala tells a few tiny lies to have enough in common with him. As they spend more time together, sharing more of themselves, some of those lies get harder to keep up. As Nala falls deeper into keeping up her lies and into love, she’ll learn all the ways love is hard, and how self-love is revolutionary. In Love Is a Revolution, plus size girls are beautiful and get the attention of the hot guys, the popular girl clique is not shallow but has strong convictions and substance, and the ultimate love story is not only about romance but about how to show radical love to the people in your life, including to yourself.Trade ReviewOne of the most radical things a Black girl can do is know that she is both worthy of love and deserving of joy. In Love Is a Revolution, Watson takes us on Nala's journey to claim her right to decide who she wants to be in a world that so often tries to fit Black girls into metaphorical boxes. It is deftly crafted, big-hearted, beautiful, funny, honest, and inspiring. * Nicola Yoon, award-winning and #1 New York Times bestselling author of EVERYTHING, EVERYTHING and THE SUN IS ALSO A STAR *An absolutely stunning novel. Renée Watson does not miss. * Elizabeth Acevedo, New York Times bestselling and award-winning author of The Poet X *Reading a Renée Watson novel is like having an intimate conversation with a friend (or, in this case, a cousin-sister-friend). Love Is a Revolution is a powerful look at a young Black girl’s journey to self-acceptance in all facets of her life, and a beautiful example of how communities become family. * Brandy Colbert, award-winning author of THE VOTING BOOTH *Renée Watson writes timeless fiction; Love Is A Revolution is more evidence of that indisputable fact. Nala’s voice speaks to the heart’s gentlest desires, and her journey is not just one readers will recognize, but one they’ve likely lived, or are currently living. Either way, Watson is a deft navigator who never loses her way. * Lamar Giles, author of NOT SO PURE AND SIMPLE *Teen and tween readers questioning their own identities and places in the world should connect with Watson's meaningful social and environmental themes. . . . [A] warm and hopeful story. * Shelf Awareness, starred review *Watson’s deft ability to write characters that are relatable yet flawed offers readers a nuanced, non-saccharine love story. * Horn Book Magazine, starred review *A delightful, joyous coming-of-age tale that features dynamic characters and a sweet romance, and it doesn’t shy away from weighty social and political topics, all the while spinning the magic of Black Girl Joy. * Booklist, starred review *This title sends the necessary message that sometimes it’s okay if the person you save is yourself. * SLJ, starred review *A love letter to community, family, and self-love. . . . Watson excels at creating well-meaning teen characters laboring under peer pressure and parental expectations. * Publishers Weekly *This story will resonate with readers who have questioned who they are, tried to change themselves to fit in, or are seeking their own voices. A beautiful love story about finding one’s way back to one’s self. * Kirkus Reviews *Readers who have struggled with identifying who they are or who they’re supposed to be, navigating evolving relationships or practicing “radical self-love” will find Love Is a Revolution to be an inspiring guide—not to mention a delightful read. * BookPage *The ever-gifted Watson skillfully portrays Nala’s anxiety about being the odd one out in a social group. * BCCB *This stunning book is the story I’ve been waiting for my whole life; where girls rise up to claim their space with joy and power. I resolve to give a copy to every teenager I know! * Laurie Halse Anderson, New York Times bestselling and award-winning author of SPEAK and SHOUT on WATCH US RISE *An extraordinary story of two indomitable spirits, the power of friendship, and what leadership looks like in the hands of young people today, Watch Us Rise is the novel we all need right now. * Brendan Kiely, New York Times bestselling co-author of ALL AMERICAN BOYS and TRADITION on WATCH US RISE *Timely, thought-provoking, and powerful. Watch Us Rise is an immediate young adult classic. * Julie Murphy, New York Times bestselling author of DUMPLIN’ on WATCH US RISE *Watch Us Rise is a source of inspiration on every page and a remarkable story of the power of young people to make a difference. And it’s a great read. * Caroline Kennedy, bestselling author and editor of SHE WALKS IN BEAUTY on WATCH US RISE *Read this today. Give it to the young person in your life. It is an instruction manual to freedom and love and voice. It is a triumphant example of how literary arts and poetry intersect in our everyday lives and fortify the marrow of our survival. * Mahogany L. Browne, author of BLACK GIRL MAGIC and WOKE BABY on WATCH US RISE *A highly needed work for the #MeToo movement. . . . Watson and Hagan do not disappoint in this powerful story of two girls who take a stand against injustice while learning how to navigate a world that seeks to silence them. * SLJ, starred review, on WATCH US RISE *A manifesto for budding feminists . . . An inspiring look at two strong-willed teens growing into even stronger young women ready to use their voices and take on the world * Kirkus Reviews, starred review, on WATCH US RISE *This intersectional, layered novel . . . covers a wide breadth of topics--institutionalized racism, how we undermine young women, feminism in the modern age--with a clear message: Girls are going to come out on top. * Marie Claire on WATCH US RISE *Timely and timeless, Piecing Me Together is a book about the ways young people deal with the hardships and heartbreak of everyday living while remaining whole and true to themselves. * Jacqueline Woodson, National Book Award-winning author of BROWN GIRL DREAMING on PIECING ME TOGETHER *Watson, with rhythm and style, somehow gets at the toxicity of sympathy, the unquenchable thirst of fear, and the life-changing power of voice and opportunity, all wrapped up in Jade * Jason Reynolds, New York Times bestselling and award-winning coauthor of ALL AMERICAN BOYS on PIECING ME TOGETHER *An important and deeply moving novel. Highly recommended. * John Green, New York Times bestselling and award-winning author of THE FAULT IN OUR STARS on PIECING ME TOGETHER *An honest look at how girls stitch together their talents to find their voice and power. Renee Watson is a top-rate storyteller about what impacts young women today. * Meg Medina, award-winning author of BURN BABY BURN on PIECING ME TOGETHER *Teeming with compassion and insight, Watson’s story trumpets the power of artistic expression to re-envision and change the world. * Publishers Weekly, starred review, on PIECING ME TOGETHER *A timely, nuanced, and unforgettable story about the power of art, community, and friendship. * Kirkus Reviews, starred review, on PIECING ME TOGETHER *This unique and thought-provoking title offers a nuanced meditation on race, privilege, and intersectionality. * SLJ, starred review, on PIECING ME TOGETHER *A thoughtful testament to the value of growth and of work, of speaking up and of listening, that will resonate with many readers engaged in 'discovering what we are really capable of.' * BCCB, starred review, on PIECING ME TOGETHER *

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Book SynopsisAn exciting new direction for acclaimed author Elizabeth Eulberg, Past Perfect Life is a tense and tender read about secrets and lies, reality and identity, and the ways we put ourselves back together when everything is broken. Small-town Wisconsin high school senior Allison Smith loves her life the way it is--spending quality time with her widowed father and her tight-knit circle of friends, including best friend Marian and maybe-more-than-friends Neil. Sure she is stressed out about college applications . . . who wouldn’t be? In a few short months, everything’s going to change, big time. But when Ally files her applications, they send up a red flag . . . because she’s not Allison Smith. And Ally’s--make that Amanda’s--ordinary life is suddenly blown apart. Was everything before a lie? Who will she be after? And what will she do as now comes crashing down around her? Perfect for fans of Far From the Tree, this is the story of one teen’s search for herself amid the confusion of a shattered past and a future far from all she planned.Trade ReviewThis novel takes the self-identity trope and intensifies its scope, layering in the mature navigation of family relationships. An honest pace, salt-of-the-earth protagonist, and sympathetic, well-rounded characters. * Kirkus Reviews *Riveting. . . . This thought-provoking novel captures the devastating legacy of family lies * Publishers Weekly *Fans of classics . . . such as Cooney’s The Face on the Milk Carton and Pfeffer’s Twice Takenwill relish this venerable ripped-from-the-headlines premise. * BCCB *The story has realistic depth, while also allowing for enough suspense, drama, and light romance to keep readers turning pages. * SLC *Eulberg . . . shine[s] in her ability to aptly portray family as both imperfect and nebulous. * Booklist *Once readers discover [Ally’s] new reality, they will race to the end of the story. . . . Compelling. * School Library Journal *Eulberg writes with huge heart, an open mind, and a delicious sense of fun. * E. Lockhart, New York Times bestselling author of WE WERE LIARS on JUST ANOTHER GIRL *This quick read will appeal to fans looking for believable characters, such as those in novels by Jenny Han and Stephanie Perkins. * Booklist on JUST ANOTHER GIRL *A pitch-perfect rom com. With a nod to When Harry Met Sally, rising YA romance writer Eulberg situates relatable characters in realistic situations. . . . A humorous and cozy story about friendships and relationships, and the oh-so-fine line between them. * Booklist on BETTER OFF FRIENDS *Jane Austen for the Gossip Girl set. . . . Eulberg’s adaptation is faithful without being dogmatic; she successfully translates the essential elements of Austen’s narrative into 21st-century dialogue and descriptions and still leaves enough room for play with the details. * Kirkus Reviews on PROM AND PREJUDICE *This fresh, fun, fabulous read will have you cheering for new beginnings. Five shiny gold stars! * Susanne Colasanti, author of WHEN IT HAPPENS and TAKE ME THERE on REVENGE OF THE GIRL WITH THE GREAT PERSONALITY *

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