Sale price
$1995
Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2015
The Boy Who Spoke to the Earth
A boy's quest for happiness leads him through Earth's wonders, but joy proves elusive.
42 pages· 408 words· Est. 4 min read-aloud
6.8/7 Bookroo
Hardcover
Under-the-radar editor picks · 10,815 eligible titles
100 Hidden-Gem Kids’ Books Worth Discovering
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10 Hidden Gems Worth Finding
The overlooked books we would hand to a friend first—distinctive, rewarding, and easier to miss than they should be.
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$1099
Chapter Book · Ages 6–9 · 2025
It's Now or Nether!
A daring rescue in the Nether as friends face danger and detention.
144 pages· 15,354 words· Est. 3 hour read
7.0/7 Bookroo
Hardcover
Sale price
$999
Chapter Book · Ages 6–9 · 2024
The End of the Overworld!
By Nick Eliopulos, Random House (Illustrator)
A rift threatens Minecraft's existence. Can the team save their world in time?
144 pages· 13,496 words· Est. 2.5 hour read
7.0/7 Bookroo
Hardcover
Sale price
$999
Chapter Book · Ages 7–9 · 2023
The Golem's Game!
By Nick Eliopulos, Random House (Illustrator)
A perilous obstacle course in the Nether tests a team's unity and survival skills.
144 pages· 12,291 words· Est. 2.5 hour read
7.0/7 Bookroo
Hardcover
Sale price
$999
Chapter Book · Ages 6–9 · 2023
To Bee, Or Not to Bee!
By Nick Eliopulos, Random House (Illustrator)
Bees vanish, a hive mind emerges, and a dark sky rip threatens. Can they save their world?
144 pages· 13,793 words· Est. 2.5 hour read
7.0/7 Bookroo
Hardcover
Sale price
$1099
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2024
Ready. Set. Respawn!
Can they save the Minecraft server before it's shut down forever?
144 pages· 13,384 words· Est. 2 hour read
7.0/7 Bookroo
Hardcover
Sale price
$1999
Chapter Book · Ages 10–14 · 2022
Sabotage on the Solar Express
A young sleuth races to stop a train sabotage before disaster strikes.
256 pages· 47,100 words· Est. 5 hour read
7.0/7 Bookroo
Paperback
Sale price
$1799
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2022
Seekers of the Fox
By Kevin Sands
A deadly bargain forces a quest for magical swords to save a friend's soul.
400 pages· 90,022 words· Est. 12.5 hour read
7.0/7 Bookroo
Hardcover
Sale price
$999
Chapter Book · Ages 6–9 · 2022
New Pets on the Block
A witch's quest challenges players to protect a rare creature in a chaotic Minecraft world.
144 pages· 13,617 words· Est. 2.5 hour read
7.0/7 Bookroo
Hardcover
Graphic Nov.
Sale price
$999
Chapter Book · Ages 5–9 · 2021
Inferno New Year
By Jordan Quinn, Glass House Graphics (Illustrator)
A group of dragon friends embark on a journey to deliver a pie to the king, but things take a turn when they discover the pie has been cursed, leading to a series of adventures and challenges
144 pages· 4,843 words· Est. 1 hour read
7.0/7 Bookroo
Paperback
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Danger at Dead Man's Pass
Chapter Book · Ages 10–14 · 2022
A young detective faces a family curse and haunted railway mystery.
#12
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Gus's Garage
Picture Book · Ages 4–7 · 2016
A character named Gus helps his friends with various problems using items he has stored.
#13
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$899
Abe's Honest Words
Picture Book · Ages 6–8 · 2008
A self-taught leader battles to end slavery and unite a divided nation.
#14
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$999
Secondhand Dogs
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2021
A new dog's arrival threatens a pack's harmony. Can they reunite before it's too late?
#15
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$799
This Little Trailblazer
Board Book · Ages 3–5 · 2017
Discover ten women who changed history with their courage and vision.
#16
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$1799
Quest for the Nautilus
Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 2020
A boy races to find a legendary ship to save his kidnapped mother.
#17
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$1999
What Is Given from the Heart
Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2019
A young boy helps his mother put together a care package for a family in need, and finds a way to give something special to a girl his age.
#18
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$1699
Grandpa's Top Threes
Picture Book · Ages 3–6 · 2019
A boy's game helps his grandpa reconnect with life.
#19
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$1899
A Letter to My Teacher
Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2017
A teacher's understanding transforms a struggling student into a future educator.
#20
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$1899
Dr. Seuss's Horse Museum
Picture Book · Ages 7–12 · 2019
This book explores how different artists see and depict horses in their work.
#21
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$2499
A to Z Menagerie
Board Book · Ages 2–4 · 2019
Discover the alphabet through interactive tracing and pull-tab surprises in a vibrant, multisensory journey.
#22
The Nutcracker
Picture Book · Ages 4–7 · 2003
Uncover magical pop-up scenes in a Nutcracker adventure.
#23
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$999
I Love All of Me
Board Book · Ages 0–3 · 2019
Celebrate self-love from head to toe in this joyful storybook.
#24
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$999
The Nativity
Picture Book · Ages 4–7 · 1986
Experience the Nativity through Mary's eyes, from angelic news to a miraculous birth.
#25
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$1699
Young Captain Nemo
Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 2019
A young adventurer battles oceanic threats with a submarine and friends.
#26
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$1799
Love Made Me More
Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2022
A boy's life is forever changed by a magical origami crane.
#27
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$1699
Orange for the Sunsets
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2019
Two friends face a regime's ultimatum, testing their bond and redefining home.
#28
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$3000
National Parks of the U.S.A.
Chapter Book · Ages 8–11 · 2018
Explore America's national parks and uncover their hidden wonders and wildlife secrets.
#29
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$1599
Emmeline Pankhurst
Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2017
A young dreamer fights for women's voting rights, changing history.
#30
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$1299
The FRUSTRATING Book!
Picture Book · Ages 6–9 · 2022
Zoom Squirrel seeks new emotions, but what if they're not what he expects?
#31
Graphic Nov.
Before After
Picture Book · Ages 3–6 · 2013
Explore transformations from acorns to oaks and caterpillars to butterflies in a clever visual journey.
#32
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$1899
Boats on the Bay
Picture Book · Ages 4–7 · 2018
Explore a bustling bay filled with diverse boats and vibrant scenes.
#33
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$695
Koalas Eat Gum Leaves
Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2017
A koala seeks a tastier meal beyond eucalyptus leaves.
#34
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$1795
Pelle's New Suit
Picture Book · Ages 3–6 · 1912
A boy's suit shrinks as his lamb's wool grows. Can he craft a new one?
#35
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$1299
Opposite Surprise
Board Book · Ages 3–5 · 2017
Discover surprising opposites hidden under each flap.
#36
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$1999
L Is for London
Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2018
Explore London's iconic sights from A to Z with hidden surprises.
#37
Graphic Nov.
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$2999
Timeline
Picture Book · Ages 8–11 · 2015
Explore history's timeline from the Big Bang to future wonders.
#38
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$899
Elizabeth Leads the Way
Picture Book · Ages 6–10 · 2008
A woman defies societal norms to fight for voting rights, changing history forever.
#39
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$1899
Fur, Feather, Fin—All of Us Are Kin
Picture Book · Ages 3–8 · 2018
Discover how all creatures, from mammals to millipedes, are connected in this rhyming animal adventure.
#40
Sale price
$1695
Brothers Grimm: The Most Beloved Fairy Tales
Chapter Book · Ages 8–11 · 2019
Classic fairy tales reimagined with stunning artwork, bringing timeless magic to life.
#41
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$1799
Pies from Nowhere
Picture Book · Ages 6–9 · 2018
A cook's secret efforts fuel a pivotal civil rights movement.
#42
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$2799
Believe
Picture Book · Ages 5–8 · 2019
Turn the page to discover life's endless possibilities in stunning 3-D.
#43
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$1699
To the Sea
Picture Book · Ages 3–6 · 2015
A boy befriends a lost blue whale and embarks on a journey to return him home.
#44
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$1799
Pirate Nell's Tale to Tell
Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2020
A young pirate uses her book smarts to save the crew and find treasure.
#45
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$899
Look Who's There!
Board Book · Ages 0–3 · 2006
Uncover hidden creatures in vibrant landscapes.
#46
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$1995
Smart About Sharks
Picture Book · Ages 5–9 · 2016
Uncover the mysteries of sharks, the sea's most misunderstood predators.
#47
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$1799
Diana's White House Garden
Picture Book · Ages 5–8 · 2016
A young girl living in the White House during World War II wants to do her part to help with the war effort
#48
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$1595
The 100th Customer
Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2005
A restaurant's act of generosity transforms a simple meal into a heartwarming celebration.
#49
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$1799
Sakamoto's Swim Club
Picture Book · Ages 6–10 · 2021
A teacher transforms plantation kids into Olympic swimmers using innovative techniques.
#50
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$1599
Let's Dive into the Ocean
Board Book · Ages 6–8 · 2019
Dive into ocean depths and uncover hidden wonders.
#51
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$1499
Alpha Bugs
Picture Book · Ages 3–7 · 1994
Discover the alphabet with playful, interactive bugs.
#52
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$1599
Refuge
Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2015
A family flees through the desert, seeking refuge from danger.
#53
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$1699
Off & Away
Picture Book · Ages 4–7 · 2018
Jo must conquer her fear of the sea to deliver mail and discover new adventures.
#54
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$799
Casey Back at Bat
Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2007
A failed sports hero gets a second chance to redeem himself. Can he succeed?
#55
Dragon Post
Picture Book · Ages 3–6 · 2018
A boy discovers a dragon under his stairs and seeks help from unexpected sources.
#56
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$1799
Manjhi Moves a Mountain
Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2017
A man carves a mountain path, transforming his village's future.
#57
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$899
A B See
Board Book · Ages 2–5
#58
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$899
Mrs. Peanuckle's Fruit Alphabet
Board Book · Ages 2–5 · 2017
Discover vibrant fruits from A to Z in a delightful journey for little ones.
#59
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$1799
The Lady with the Books
Picture Book · 2020
In post-war Germany, two children find hope in a hall of books, changing their lives forever.
#60
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$1599
Audrey Hepburn
Board Book · Ages 2–4 · 2015
Discover how a dream led Audrey Hepburn from war-torn Europe to Hollywood stardom.
#61
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$1999
The Grizzly Bear Who Lost His GRRRRR!
Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2015
A champion bear loses his growl before a big contest. Can he find it in time?
#62
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$1799
A Bedtime Yarn
Picture Book · Ages 3–7 · 2017
A little bear's fear of the dark is soothed by a magical yarn connection.
#63
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$1995
Crazy About Cats
Picture Book · Ages 5–9 · 2017
Discover the secrets of 38 cat species, each uniquely adapted to their habitats.
#64
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$1799
One Thousand Things
Picture Book · Ages 2–5 · 2015
Explore a thousand words with Little Mouse in a visual adventure.
#65
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$1599
I am Helen Keller
Picture Book · Ages 5–8 · 2015
A young girl overcomes deafness and blindness to become a powerful advocate for change.
#66
Ocean
Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2018
Dive into the ocean's secrets, from shore to abyss.
#67
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$1599
Fortune's Magic Farm
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2009
A girl inherits a magical farm and must choose between two worlds.
#68
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$1899
The Art of Miss Chew
Picture Book · Ages 5–8 · 2012
A young artist battles a teacher's doubt to pursue her passion for art.
#69
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$1799
Ordinary, Extraordinary Jane Austen
Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2018
Discover how a quiet girl transformed into a literary legend, crafting a new kind of novel.
#70
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$1599
Maya Angelou
Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2016
Discover how Maya Angelou found her voice and became a beloved writer and activist.
#71
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$899
Mrs. Peanuckle's Vegetable Alphabet
Board Book · Ages 2–4 · 2017
Discover the ABCs through a vibrant vegetable journey from asparagus to zucchini.
#72
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$699
The Wishmakers
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2018
A boy's wishes could save the world or lead to chaos. Can he handle the consequences?
#73
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$1799
Hello, Mr. Dodo!
Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2017
A girl befriends a doughnut-loving dodo. Can she keep him secret?
#74
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$799
This Little Explorer
Board Book · Ages 3–5 · 2016
Discover the world's greatest explorers in a vibrant journey for young adventurers.
#75
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$1895
Proud as a Peacock, Brave as a Lion
Picture Book · Ages 4–6 · 2009
A child's questions reveal a grandfather's wartime memories, blending imagination with somber reflection.
#76
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$1699
The Little I Who Lost His Dot
Picture Book · Ages 3–6 · 2018
Little i's dot is missing. Can he find the perfect replacement?
#77
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$1699
Next to You
Picture Book · Ages 2–5 · 2016
Are they cuter than a piglet in a sweater? Discover the answer.
#78
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$699
You Should, You Should!
Picture Book · Ages 3–6 · 2013
Hippo struggles with friends' demands to change. Can he stay true to himself?
#79
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$1499
The Donut Chef
Picture Book · Ages 3–7 · 2008
Two bakers clash in a wild doughnut duel. Who will win?
#80
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$1695
In the Tall Grass
Picture Book · Ages 2–8 · 2007
Tiny explorers uncover hidden wonders in a magical grass world.
#81
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$1899
My Best Friend
Picture Book · Ages 3–6 · 2020
Mouse is trapped. Will his best friend, who might want to eat him, save him?
#82
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$1799
An Inconvenient Alphabet
Picture Book · Ages 5–10 · 2018
Two patriots attempt to simplify English spelling, facing unexpected challenges.
#83
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$1799
All Different Now
Picture Book · Ages 5–9 · 2013
A little girl witnesses the first Juneteenth, marking freedom's arrival.
#84
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$1899
111 Trees
Picture Book · Ages 5–8 · 2020
A boy transforms his village by planting trees for every girl's birth, challenging tradition and sparking change.
#85
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$1795
The Blue Whale
Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2015
Discover the giant blue whale's world through engaging facts and vivid comparisons to everyday objects.
#86
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$999
Mr. Gedrick and Me
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2017
A mysterious nanny arrives to mend a grieving family's broken bonds with a touch of magic.
#87
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$1999
Fanatical About Frogs
Picture Book · Ages 5–9 · 2019
Explore the vibrant world of frogs, from tiny toads to colorful, deadly species.
#88
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$1999
Sheep Dog and Sheep Sheep
Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2019
A sheep befriends a sheep dog and helps him improve his sheep-watching skills, only to discover that she is the only sheep around.
#89
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$1699
Día de los Muertos
Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2015
Celebrate life and honor the departed with vibrant Day of the Dead traditions.
#90
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$899
Mrs. Peanuckle's Bug Alphabet
Board Book · Ages 2–4 · 2018
Discover the ABCs through a world of fascinating bugs.
#91
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Sir Ladybug
Chapter Book · Ages 6–10 · 2022
A group of insect friends work together to save one of their own from a hungry bird, leading to an unexpected friendship
#92
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Sunk!
Picture Book · Ages 2–6 · 2017
Penguin Blue's pirate adventure leads to a shipwreck and a mysterious island stranger. Treasure awaits.
#93
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$1999
Remarkably You
Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2019
Celebrate individuality and embrace your unique self in a world that often demands conformity.
#94
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$1899
Bunny in the Middle
Picture Book · Ages 3–8 · 2019
Discover the unique joys and challenges of being the middle sibling in this heartwarming tale.
#95
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$1799
The Book of Gold
Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2017
A boy's quest for a mythical book leads to unexpected discoveries about curiosity and life's true riches.
#96
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$699
My First 100 Animal Words
Board Book · Ages 2–5 · 2021
Explore 100 animal words with vibrant illustrations for young learners.
#97
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$1999
What Miss Mitchell Saw
Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2019
A young girl discovers a new comet, changing her life forever.
#98
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$1699
The Day Santa Stopped Believing in Harold
Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2016
Santa doubts Harold's existence and devises a plan to uncover the truth.
#99
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$1799
Mario and the Hole in the Sky
Picture Book · Ages 6–9 · 2019
A scientist races to stop an environmental catastrophe threatening the planet's ozone layer.
#100
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$1899
Brian Wildsmith's Animal Gallery
Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2010
Explore the vibrant world of animals through stunning illustrations and surprising collective nouns.
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