Washoe County Library System

Devising a growing-up plan, Gertie, the littlest yak who yearns to be big, soon discovers that there are some things that only small yaks can do, in this celebration of individuality and self-esteem.

The older children tell Sam he is too small to play with them, but when they need help Sam saves the day.

Small Walt is the smallest snow plow in the fleet and he always gets picked last, but when there is a big snowstorm in the city, he will have the chance to prove his worth.

Justin is thrilled to be on a soccer team. But at his very first practice, he is approached by a tall girl who calls him "Shorty." She tells him he's too little to be on the team and that he should just go home. Justin doesn't know what to do. He loves soccer, but he doesn't want to be teased.

A little gardener who is not very good at gardening makes a wish for a little help.

"This sweet story of the friendship between a child and a bear is a celebration of all the ways we show our love to the important people in our lives. This sweet story of the friendship between a child and a bear is a celebration of all the ways we show our love to the important people in our lives. A heartfelt gesture that's as simple as a hug, a smile, or a helping hand conveys deep feelings of love and appreciation that words might not be able...