Foster Care Week

Due to the success of the fostering teams presence in Libraries back in May for Foster Care Fortnight https://kirkleestogether.co.uk/2025/05/12/help-transform-young-lives-through-fostering/ , we have partnered with the fostering team again to hold another similar week in October.

This list of Adult, teen and Junior Nonfiction and fiction items aims to support this partnership.


Updated September 19, 2025
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The Night Gardener
Fan, Terry
Paper Book
In the spirit of Goodnight Moon and The Curious Garden comes a stunning debut picture book filled with whimsy and creativity from brothers Terry and Eric Fan. One day, William discovers that the tree outside his window has been sculpted into a wise owl. In the...
On the come up
Thomas, Angie
Paper Book
The YA love letter to hip-hop--streaming on Paramount+ September 23, 2022! Starring Sanaa Lathan (in her directorial debut), Jamila C. Gray, Da'Vine Joy Randolph, Lil Yachty, Method Man, Mike Epps, GaTa (Davionte Ganter), Miles Gutierrez-Riley, Titus Makin Jr.,...
The memory thieves : a conjuror novel
Clayton, Dhonielle
Paper Book
The fantasy adventure sequel to the instant New York Times and #1 Indie Bestseller, The Marvellers by Dhonielle Clayton! Return for Year Two at the global magic school in the sky in The Memory Thieves. "The Marvellers deserves the highest...
Bringing Back Kay-Kay
Kothari, Dev
Paper Book
Steeped in mystery and adventure, this brisk and beautifully crafted middle-grade debut set in modern-day India explores the complexities of the sibling bond. When her older brother, Karthik--Kay-Kay, the golden child of the family--heads to camp for two weeks, Lena's parents...
Anne of Green Gables
Montgomery, L. M.
Paper Book
Read the timeless classic about the beloved Anne Shirley, a red-haired orphan with a fiery spirit, before watching the NETFLIX series--and don't miss the forward by Margaret Atwood, author of The Handmaid's Tale, celebrating the 100th anniversary of this children's favorite! ...
Can't you sleep, Little Bear?
Waddell, Martin.
Paper Book
"I don't like the dark," said Little Bear. "What dark?" said Big Bear. "The dark all around us," said Little Bear. In this tender account of a sleepless night in the bear cave, Big Bear sets out with all his patience and understanding to show Little Bear that the dark is nothing to be afraid of....
The great big book of families
Hoffman, Mary
Paper Book
This fun and fascinating treasury features all kinds of families and their lives together. Each spread showcases one aspect of home life-from houses and holidays, to schools and pets, to feelings and family trees. Ros Asquith's humorous illustrations perfectly complement a charming text from the...
A kind of spark
McNicoll, Elle
Paper Book
Perfect for readers of Song for a Whale and Counting by 7s, a neurodivergent girl campaigns for a memorial when she learns that her small Scottish town used to burn witches simply because they were different. "A must-read for students and adults alike." ...
Far from the tree
Benway, Robin
Paper Book
National Book Award Winner, PEN America Award Winner, and New York Times Bestseller! Perfect for fans of This Is Us, Robin Benway's beautiful interweaving story of three very different teenagers connected by blood explores the meaning of family in all its forms--how to find it, how to keep...
Milo imagines the world
de la Pe©ła, Matt
Paper Book
The team behind the Newbery Medal winner and Caldecott Honor book Last Stop on Market Street and the award-winning New York Times bestseller Carmela Full of Wishes once again delivers a poignant and timely picture book that's sure to become an instant classic.
The suitcase
Naylor-Ballesteros, Chris
Paper Book
A powerful story about immigration, trust, and new beginnings, full of heart and humanity, for anyone who has ever felt unwelcome or out of place. Perfect for fans of Allen Say, Francesca Sanna, and Yuyi Morales.  When a weary stranger arrives one day, with...
Communication skills for teens : how to listen, express & connect for success
Skeen, Michelle
Paper Book
Communication is an essential life skill that every teen must learn. Based on the New Harbinger classic, Messages, this book will teach you the necessary skills--such as assertiveness, active listening, and compassion--to become an effective communicator for life. In an...
Perfectly Norman
Percival, Tom
Paper Book
How can you be proud of what makes you unique? From the creator of Ruby Finds a Worry, an empowering picture book about embracing and celebrating what makes you different. Norman had always been perfectly normal . . . until one day, he grew a pair of wings! Wings...
Ravi's roar
Percival, Tom
Paper Book
What do you do when angry feelings take over? From the creator of Ruby Finds a Worry, a clever take on temper tantrums in a story about managing big feelings. Ravi never minded being the smallest in his family. Until one day, his short arms can't reach the monkey...
Ruby finds a Worry
Percival, Tom
Paper Book
What do you do when a worry won't leave you alone? This beloved picture book from the Big Bright Feelings series is perfect for reassuring young readers in times of stress. Meet Ruby-a happy, curious, imaginative girl. But one day, she finds something unexpected: a Worry. It's...
Meesha makes friends
Percival, Tom
Paper Book
Meesha loves making things, but can she make friends? From the creator of Ruby Finds a Worry, the perfect picture book for helping children navigate social situations and connect with peers. Meesha loves making things, but she finds it hard to make friends. She...
Tilda tries again
Percival, Tom
Paper Book
What do you do when everything changes? From the creator of Ruby Finds a Worry, the perfect picture book for helping children adapt to change. Tilda doesn't like change. Why would she, when her life is great just the way it is? But one day, Tilda's world turns...

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