Zayde Comes to Live, written by Sheri Sinykin, illustrated by Kristina Swarner (Peachtree Publishers, hardcover) Rachel's grandfather has come to live with her family. She knows this is because he is dying. Rachel can't help wondering where he will go when he dies. 

Sam and Charlie (And Sam too!) by Leslie Kimmelman, illustrated by Stafano Tambellini (Albert Whitman, hardcover) When Sam hears there's a new kid next door named Charlie, he's thrilled to have a new friend. It turns out Charlie is a girl, and she's got a little sister named Sam too! Once they have the names figured out, Sam and Charlie are friends.

Who Has What? All About Girls' Bodies and Boys' Bodies by Robie H. Harris, illustrated by Nadine Bernard Westcott (Candlewick Press hardcover. This unique new series for our youngest children provides them with easy to understand facts and reassuring answers to their delightful, thoughtful and often nonstop questions. In this book join Nellie and Gus for a family outing to the beach.