NCW Libraries

Heidi is the story of a five-year-old orphan girl who has to go live with her grandfather, a lonely and somewhat rude man, in the Swiss Alps. Little by little, Heidi will win the affection of her grandfather and all the inhabitants of the valley. Her life will become complicated when she has to return to the city with her aunt Dete. A book full of innocence, where human values and love for nature are highlighted. .

"In this illustrated picture book, a child helps their grandparents deal with a difficult change in abilities."--

When thirteen-year-old Ellie's Grandpa Melvin, a world-renowned scientist in the body of a fourteen-year-old boy, comes for an extended visit, he teaches her that experimenting--and failing--is part of life.

Featuring a grandfather, and his grandson and granddaughter, this picture book provides a twist to a classic rhyme, "sugar and spice and everything nice."

Brothers Charlie and Mouse enjoy a special visit from Grumpy.

Lola is determined to get a dog, but first she must convince her mother and grandfather, get the rules changed in her building, and a few other things.

"Under Grandpa's watchful eye, the kids are thrilled to discover that the craggy rocks, tufted grass, and windswept trees on Giant Island are much more than they seem. Are the children the first to fathom this huge secret, or does Grandpa have a secret of his own?"--

"In this illustrated ... chapter book, a young boy and his grandfather work together to save a beached orca"--

"Granddad helps Ava process her emotions surrounding a lockdown drill at school through companionship and creativity"--

Together Pa and Jelly Bean build a sidewalk pantry right next to their sidewalk library, and as they get more visitors, Jelly Bean comes up with the idea to combine the books and food; so neighbors feel invited to take a meal and a good book.