Books in this category include stories about kinds of families and activities that families do, such as celebrating holidays, adopting children and communicating across generations.
Alley Oops Janice Levy (Author), C. B. Decker (Illustrator) J.J. Jax has been tormenting an overweight boy, Patrick, who is now afraid to go to school. After Mr. Jax tells J.J. a story about when he acted as a bully and how sorry he feels now, J.J. bikes over to Patrick’s house to talk things over. J.J. is surprised to discover how much he and Patrick have in common. The boys’ shared interests become the conduit for growth, resolution and a budding friendship. [Grade Level: 1 - 4]
The Alphabet War: A Story About Dyslexia Diane Burton Robb (Author), Gail Piazza (Illustrator) Learning to read is a great struggle for Adam, whose frustration grows over the course of his elementary school years as the demands become greater. "I can't do that" becomes his regular refrain, until Adam begins to discover that there are many things he can do well. With hard work and support, Adam's confidence gradually grows and he ultimately wins "The Alphabet War." The book includes information about dyslexia for adults. [Grade Level: 2 - 5]
Am I Blue? Coming Out From the Silence Marion Dane Bauer (Editor), Beck Underwood (Illustrator) A collection of sixteen short stories about gay adolescent experiences. This book is appropriate for a wide range of readers as it depicts different settings, characters and styles of writing. [Grade Level: Young Adult]
Amazing Grace Mary Hoffman (Author), Caroline Binch (Illustrator) A young African-American girl discovers that she can do anything she sets her mind to. [Grade Level: Pre-K - 3]
Amelia's Road Linda Jacobs Altman (Author), Enrique O. Sanchez (Illustrator) A young girl from a migrant-worker family overcomes the hardship of their frequent moves by creating a special place for herself. [Grade Level: K - 3]
