In the enchanting Starry Slumber Forest, Orel—whose questions outnumber the stars—and Vasha—whose giggles light up twilight skies—must restore harmony when the Sleep Cycle Clock stops ticking. Guided by the gentle Sandman, they journey through Sunsleep Temples, Dream Dust Meadows, and Whispering Willows, earning magical artifacts—the Nightlight Lantern and Lullaby Lyre—by mastering morning routines, gentle stretches, bedtime reading, and soothing sounds. When the mischievous Insomnia Imp scatters sugary snacks and screenlight shadows, they use newfound habits and melodies to lull him into slumber and revive the clock. A joyful celebration follows, teaching young readers that proper rest powers every tomorrow’s adventure.

When city kids Saanvi and Zarek arrive at their grandmother’s ranch on the Great Plains, they find fragile prairie threatened by wind erosion and choking shrubs. Under the guidance of rangeland ecologist Dr. Liora, they measure grass roots, spy on swift foxes with remote cameras, and follow prairie dog tunnels that breathe life into the soil. After a fierce windstorm exposes bare earth, they plant native cover crops, run water-infiltration tests, and map meadowlark nesting sites. By organizing a “Blowout Prevention Day,” they teach their community to rotate grazing, build windbreaks, and protect one of Earth’s most endangered ecosystems—proving that science and stewardship go hand in hand.

When spirited twelve-year-old Tavi joins Dr. Marisol’s secret league of young environmental guardians, adventure—and hope—take the lead. From rescuing a stranded leatherback turtle on a polluted beach to engineering rain-garden filters against agricultural runoff, Tavi and the Protectors Green Mission prove that science and teamwork can heal our planet. They map ancient forests with GPS, tame cave darkness with eco-friendly lights, pilot reforestation drones, and inspire neighbors to compost—all while keeping humor and heart alive. This lively, educational journey shows readers that every child has the power to protect green spaces, from windswept reefs to highland woods.

On her twelfth birthday, Selah’s grandmother gifts her a wooden penny bank engraved Purposeful Penny Plan, sparking a year of mindful saving. Selah sets three goals—forty pennies for a telescope, thirty for comics, and ten for charity—then transforms small moments (pocket change, recycled bottles, yard-sale finds) into a budgeting adventure. She masters envelope organizing, proportional allocation, emergency planning, and adjusts targets when obstacles arise. By year’s end, Selah achieves her telescope and comics dreams, donates to her community, and builds lifelong habits of thoughtful saving, generous giving, and creative planning. Young readers will be inspired to turn every penny into purpose.

When Yulven unearths an enchanted atlas in his grandmother’s attic, he and his friend Pirana unlock a series of golden riddles that whisk them, night after night, into dream-worlds across the globe. From paddling through Costa Rica’s emerald rainforests to diving the Great Barrier Reef, they meet canny guides, decode ancient symbols, and learn how rivers, mountains, deserts, and cities shape human stories. Each glowing pathway on the map brings geography lessons alive in vivid adventures. At journey’s end, they discover that the greatest marvels lie not only on distant shores but also in the hidden treasures of their own hometown.

When siblings Dariel Meros and Zafira Kestrel uncover an ancient map in Grandma Lumo’s attic, they embark on an epic quest to the hidden Radiant Hygiene Heroes’ Hall. Facing foam-covered streams, minty mountaintops, and a temple of plush towels, they master the art of handwashing, tooth care, drying rituals, and grooming skills. Along the way, they befriend soap sprites, outwit Plaque Trolls, and learn that sharing a bar of soap can be as heroic as conquering any trial. By the final ceremony, Dariel and Zafira earn the Radiant Star—and discover that proper hygiene builds confidence, health, and community spirit.