Ocean State Libraries

"The people of Puddletrunk are accustomed to their bridge collapsing and being rebuilt by Mortimer Gulch--when they provide funds and labor--but a newcomer to town may have a better idea."--

"After the worst snowstorm of the year, a young girl wishes on a snow globe that everyone will come out to play and share a dream of peace." --

While giving a tour of his new town, a young boy introduces the reader to his teacher, dentist, barber, and police officer, as well as to his newly adopted baby sister.

"Simple text and collage illustrations remind the reader that we are stronger together than alone." --

When future filmmaker Rosie, age twelve, decides to make a documentary about the miracles in her town in hopes of connecting with the father she never knew, she discovers what true magic is. Includes recipes. --

"A story told in letters between an owl who just wants some peace and quiet from the neighborhood children so he can read, and the squirrel bookshop owner who helps him realize the value of companionship and community."--

"Compares the structures and functions of trees to human bodies, shows the interconnectness and dependence of trees in a forest, and urges readers to communicate, share, and care for one another. Includes notes on the anatomy of a tree, ways to help save trees, and how to help in one's community".

When Randall and his friend Max start a chess club in the park to keep busy during the summer, there are unexpected benefits for the community.

"The Mouse Scouts are back for another badge. Violet, Tigerlily, and their friends are determined to earn their 'Make a Difference" badge'"--

A little boy is excited to work alongside his Papa as they collect eggs, plums, peppers and pumpkins to sell at their stand in the farmer's market, but when Papa cannot make it to the stand, his community gathers around him, with dishes made of his own produce.