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Elementary

Unicorn is a unicorn. And Horse is, well... not. Grab a pink cupcake and laugh along with this hilarious story about two very different animals - one seems magical and perfect and the other... well... doesn't. But, outside appearances don't always tell the whole story.

Unicorn (and Horse) is a funny yet endearing lesson on envy with one important truth: We are sometimes unicorns. We are sometimes horses. But, it's our differences that make us all unique. And, friendship can come in all shapes and sizes.
Readers of all ages will love giggling along with this silly yet heartwarming story. Unicorn (and Horse) is written by David Miles, illustrated by Hollie Mengert and published by Familius.

Unicorn is a unicorn. And Horse is, well... not. But appearances don't always tell the whole story. 

Unicorn (and Horse)

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Be You

All Seasons

Science

Storytime Favorites

Early Childhood

When Earth gets a bit lonely, it decides to visit its friends in the solar system. They’re all talented in their own, special ways: Mercury is crazy fast, racing around the sun four times faster than Earth. Uranus is super cool, with sweet shades and temperatures that can reach -371° Fahrenheit. Jupiter is not only big, but it's also light on its feet when it dances.

So, what makes Earth special? It’s not the biggest, or fastest, or coldest. Does that mean it’s the most boring? Or is there something else that makes Earth a special place—even if it looks like just a tiny blue marble to everyone else?

Written and illustrated by Jonathan Sundy, Earth Yay! explores Earth by celebrating what makes every planet unique. With playful themes of friendship, self-expression, and celebrating differences, Earth Yay! is a loving ode to the planet we all call home. This title is a Vooks original.

While visiting the other planets, Earth learns its friends are all good at something. But what’s special about Earth?

Earth Yay!

Language and Vocabulary

5 Minutes or Less

Who knew learning opposites could be so fun?! Or so adorable? Follow along as cute characters parade through vibrant scenes, showcasing what it is that makes each of them unique. With playful music and eye catching visuals, Opposites is sure to become an instant favorite.

Published by Familius and created by artist Larissa Honsek, Opposites combines immensely appealing clay figures with important concepts like differences and juxtaposition. The end result is fun and silly, engaging and informative! Young and old alike will find things to love in this adorable book.

Who knew learning opposites could be so fun?! Or so adorable?!

Opposites

Whoa, horses Ruby and Wyatt are running wild on the ranch and they’re causing quite a ruckus! All the farm animals even join in the chase. The cowboy and cowgirl are running and shouting “Hey hey!” Then suddenly, all the hustle and bustle stops. They all decide they're plum tuckered out and stop to take a nap. Until… “WHOA RUBY, WHOA WYATT!” They’re at it again!

Sing along with this toe-tapping wild west romp, sung by world famous The Texas Tenors. But, y’all watch out!. This silly catchy tune will have little buckaroos singing and dancing and a-runnin’ and a-shoutin’ “Hey hey!”

Ruckus on the Ranch has music by The Texas Tenors and Marcus Collins, is written by Harriet Ziefert, illustrated by Brian Fitzgerald and published by Blue Apple Books. 


Sing along with this toe-tapping wild west romp as all the animals stir up a ruckus on the ranch!

Ruckus on the Ranch

Food and Cooking

Clock strikes five. Shop is closed. Donuts sleep (so we suppose)…
Get ready for a delicious and hilarious journey through a world filled with (and made of) everyone’s favorite treat: donuts! Pirate donuts, dog donuts, striped donuts, jelly filled—donuts of every shape and size make an appearance in this whacky, fun-filled tale. But it’s not all fun and games in the donut shop! When the donuts realize they are going to be eaten the next morning, they band together to plan their escape. Will they make a great escape? Or will they become breakfast?

Donuts: The Hole Story brings donuts to life like never before! Written by David Miles and published by Familius, this story is fun, funny, and full of puns. It’s sure to be a hit with the hole family!

A whacky tale filled with (and made of) everyone’s favorite deep-fried treats...it’s a hole in one!

Donuts: The Hole Story

New Books

Foundational Reading

While digging for unicorn horns in the yard, Iz and Norb find a treasure chest. What could be inside? The name “Boo” is engraved on the lock. Who is Boo? Did they own the chest? Will they have the key? Iz and Norb set out on a quest for answers.

But the more they ask about this mysterious Boo, the more uncertain they become. Is Boo a speedy yellow fellow or a sweet wee lad? Is he red as rage with claws galore, and jaws the size of dinosaurs? When Iz and Norb finally find where Boo lives, Norb is almost too afraid to knock on the door. Maybe Boo will live up to the rumors—or maybe he’ll be something entirely different than they expect.

Who Is Boo? is a charming story about how gossip can distort our ideas of people we may have never even met. The narrative also alludes to the idea that rumors say less about their subject and more about the individuals spreading the rumor. Written and illustrated by Jonathan Sundy, Who Is Boo? is a Vooks Original.

When Iz and Norb find buried treasure, they set out on a quest to find the key—and the chest’s original owner.

Who is Boo?

Little Sock lives in a drawer. He may look like the other socks, but he has a secret. Sometimes, late at night, he escapes to a marvelous place where everything is new and exciting: Sock City! But when Little Sock starts to wish he had someone to share all the fun with, he’ll have to do something truly brave. He’ll have to figure out… just how exactly does a sock make a friend?

The fuzzy hero from Little Sock returns for a new adventure beyond the dryer, into the magical world where all socks dream of going. Socks might not get there in pairs, but who’s to say they can’t make a friend once they arrive?

Written by Kia Heise and Christopher D. Park, Little Sock Makes a Friend is a sequel to the much-loved Little Sock. Published by Sleeping Bear Press in 2021, the book includes themes of friendship, overcoming social anxiety, and learning how to fit into a new community.

Little Sock loves to visit Sock City—but sometimes, he gets a bit lonely. Will he be able to find a new friend?

Little Sock Makes a Friend

Curious George®

At the library, George gets to listen during storytime. He loves stories. But when the librarian takes too long to get to the story about dinosaurs, George grabs the book and sneaks off. Then he finds other books he wants to read—and then others. Soon, George has a whole cart full of books to take home.

But when the cart rolls out of control, George’s books end up all over the place. Will George be able to sort out the mess? Will the librarian still let him take a few books home? Come along with a curious little monkey as he learns about the library—and more importantly, about sharing.

Based on Margret and H. A. Rey’s timeless character, Curious George Visits the Library is a rowdy story about keeping quiet and picking out (more than) a few of your favorite books. While the narrative focuses on the fun of reading, it also demonstrates the importance of sharing with others. Published by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Publishing Company, the book stays true to the original watercolor and charcoal style.

What happens when you mix a ramp, a library cart, a few dozen books, and one curious little monkey? Let’s find out.

Curious George Visits the Library

Dream Big

For Little Sock, every day is the same. He gets worn, he gets dirty, he gets washed. His friends don’t seem to mind the routine, but Little Sock dreams of something new. So one night, Little Sock decides to leave his drawer in search of adventure…to find the fabled land known as Sock City!

Follow Little Sock on this adorable journey about bravery and aspiration. Little ones will discover that sometimes in order to fulfill a dream we have to be courageous and try things that might seem a bit scary at first.

Written by Kia Heise and Christopher D. Park (with illustrations by Christopher D. Park as well), this light-hearted tale published by Sleeping Bear Press is sure to delight!


For Little Sock, every day’s the same—until, one night, he leaves his drawer in search of adventure.

Little Sock

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