Jamie's Little Library

A Map for Falasteen by Maysa Odeh is a heartfelt picture book about a young Palestinian-American girl searching for her homeland—and finding that home lives within her family’s stories. Perfect for classroom discussions on identity, maps, and belonging.

Cooking connects people in ways words sometimes can’t. In Measuring Up, Cici learns that recipes carry memories, and that belonging can be found one dish—and one friendship—at a time.

Hockey Facts for Kids by Alf Wright is a fun, easy-to-read introduction to the game of hockey. Perfect for young readers ages 6–10, this nonfiction book teaches rules, positions, and teamwork while building excitement for sports and reading.

The Oldest Student: How Mary Walker Learned to Read by Rita Lorraine Hubbard, illustrated by Oge Mora, tells the inspiring true story of Mary Walker, who was born into slavery in 1848 and learned to read at the age of 116. Despite a lifetime of hardship and limited opportunities, Mary never gave up on her dream of literacy. This beautifully illustrated picture book celebrates perseverance, the power of education, and the belief that it is never too late to learn.