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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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.


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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...
King of nothing
Lessore, Nathanael
Paper Book
A hilarious and heartwarming young YA comedy about an unlikely connection between two very different teen boys as they grapple with crushes, toxic friendships, and the true meaning of masculinity.   Anton Charles and his friends are the kings of the school, and...
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
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.
Audiobook
This tale follows the adventures of Anne, a young, red-haired orphan who has spent her entire childhood being passed around from one foster home to the next. Until one day she is sent to Marilla and Matthew Cuthbert by mistake. While trying to adopt a boy to help work on their farm, the Cuthbert's...
I Really, Really Don't Like Parties
Morgan, Angie.
Paper Book
A funny picture book about a little girl called Dora who really REALLY doesn't like parties. A great tool to talk to children about being different, social anxiety, and how to overcome it. Everyone likes parties... don't they? Not if you're Dora! Dora is a fun-loving...
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." ...
Milo imagines the world
De la Peña, Matt; Robinson, Christian
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...
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's 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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