A sudden storm. A lost map. Six young campers. Will their teamwork and preparation be enough to navigate the wild?When Nia, Ben, Mei, Arjun, Lila, and Sami set out on an outdoor camping trip at Whispering Pines under the guidance of Ms. Rivera, everything begins as a peaceful adventure. They pitch tents, tie knots, cook chili over the campfire, and learn to navigate by the stars. But when a sudden thunderstorm rolls in and an unexpected gust sweeps their map away i...

A Thrilling Middle-Grade Adventure About Outdoor Survival, Teamwork, and Finding Your VoiceWhen eighth-grader Anaya sets off on the annual Boundary Trail scavenger hunt, she expects an exciting day outdoors with her best friends Mateo and Jada. What she doesn't plan for is being grouped with Bri—a bossy, high-pressure classmate determined to take total control of the team.When Bri’s impulsive "shortcuts" plunge the...

Small steps, bright wheels, and brave smilesLearning something new can feel big and scary—but taking smart, small steps makes it brave and bright!When young Sofia spots a blue skateboard in the shop window with sparkling white stars and glowing yellow wheels, her fingers tingle with excitement. She wants to try it more than anything, but when neighbors warn her that skateboarding is dangerous, worry starts to tap on her shoulder. What if she fa...

A summer room shared with a cousin. A boundary struggle. A secret mission left behind by their mothers.When eight-year-old Tessa’s carefully organized bedroom is suddenly transformed by the arrival of a tall metal bunk bed, her world feels instantly smaller. Everything she has cataloged—from her shell collection to her neatly arranged fossils—is threatened by the sudden arrival of her energetic cousin, Malik, and his flying soccer balls.Tessa craves order, ...

When a rainy day ruins the original plan, creativity takes the lead!It’s a rainy day, and Mila has big plans to build a giant living room fort. But when her blankets keep slipping and sliding down, her grand idea seems doomed to fail. With no extra blankets left in the closet, Mila is ready to give up—until her friends, Nico and Jada, join in.Instead of giving up on the dream, the trio thinks outside the box—literally! By using sofa cushions as sturdy walls...

A missing brush pen, a hasty whisper, and a big mistake—can Aaliyah find the courage to set things right?When art club leader Aaliyah can’t find her favorite brush pens right before mural planning day, panic takes over. A quiet whisper slips out, pointing the finger at Diego, the shy new kid. But when Aaliyah arrives home, she discovers her missing pens were tucked safely under her sketchbook all along!Horrified by the false accusation she made, Aaliyah rea...

Being easy to like isn't the same as being yourself.Thirteen-year-old Maya Rivera has perfected the art of agreeing. Whether it’s joining a club she doesn’t care about, laughing at jokes she doesn't find funny, or posting photos that don’t reflect her real hobbies, Maya believes that going with the flow is the safest way to fit in. Saying yes keeps the peace—even if it means keeping her true self hidden.Everything begins to shift during a high-stakes group ...

Behind every joke is a story waiting to be told.Jonah Rivera is the undisputed class clown. With quick one-liners, silly impressions, and an endless stream of jokes, he knows exactly how to keep the spotlight on his humor—and away from his real life. His comedy is his armor: it keeps teachers distracted from his tardy slips and stops his classmates from asking why he eats dinner alone most nights.When his middle school announces a personal storytelling asse...

A Gentle Story About the Power of Finding Your VoiceCan a voice as soft as a whisper make the biggest impact?Bella Bunny loves making tiny sounds—soft humming, gentle poems, and quiet giggles. She dreams of performing in the upcoming school talent show, but every time she thinks about taking the stage, her legs wobble and her tummy buzzes with nerves. Bella is convinced that in a world so loud, a quiet voice like hers won't ever be noticed....

An Uplifting Children's Book About Empathy, Adaptive Play, and True Friendship!Seven-year-old Luna loves routines. Every single recess, she plays the exact same games with the exact same friends. It is comfortable, predictable, and safe. But when a new classmate named Mateo—who uses a wheelchair—watches from the sidelines, Luna's comfortable world is about to expand in a beautiful way.When a rainy day forces the kids to try Mateo's custom game, Circ...

Under the City Sky: A Story of Stars, Quiet Courage, and BelongingEli keeps his star notebook close and his voice even closer — hidden.He counts stars from the rooftop alone, a safe haven where no one can ask him to explain himself. Then one night, Nora Patel steps through the door. She’s carrying a wrinkled paper titled Star List and a flashlight that won’t quite hold steady.What begins as two quiet kids sharing a meteor shower quickly gro...

Fly Together: Milo’s Big DiscoveryDescriptionMilo is the undisputed paper-airplane champion of Ms. Lopez’s class. Every recess, his neat, speedy planes glide effortlessly across the playground, earning him cheers and admiration. Milo loves the attention, so he keeps his special folding techniques a closely guarded secret, tucked safely away in his pencil box. While his classmates try their best, their planes wobble and dip while Milo's stre...