The Best Family And Belonging Books for Kids

Summary: Alcatraz Smedry faces his toughest challenge yet: his friend Bastille is in a coma, and his father plots a world-ending scheme. With his magical talents broken, Alcatraz must infiltrate the Highbrary, the stronghold of the Evil Librarians. Can he outsmart them and save Bastille without his powers? The stakes are high, and the clock is ticking in this thrilling adventure.

Summary: Thirteen-year-old Lydia moves to a quirky Connecticut farm after her mother's death. Her new life is complicated by a troublesome dog with a mysterious past. As Lydia uncovers secrets, including her own, she must decide what she's willing to risk for belonging and truth. What lies behind the growing hole in her wall, and why is the box under her bed so crucial? Discover how Lydia's journey with the world's best bad dog leads to unexpected revelations and new beginnings.