*New & Notable Kids' Books - January Highlights*

Published this month and new to the collection

Updated January 27, 2026
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*New & Notable Kids' Books - January Highlights*

Published this month and new to the collection

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I've Got a Dog!: A Happy Little Tune
Boynton, Sandra
This bright, sturdy board book is a fabulous celebration of puppy-dog love and friendship, featuring a die-cut cover and Sandra Boynton's legendary pizzazz! Based on the song wonderfully sung by Dwight Yoakam on Frog Trouble (Boynton's celebrated country music album), I...
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Forman, Ruth
Bestselling author Ruth Forman and Coretta Scott King Illustrator Award Honoree Raissa Figueroa craft a lyrical and vibrant story honoring the love and bond that exists between family and child even in complicated times--now available as a board book! Told from Nana's point of...
What a Small Cat Needs
Shaloshvili, Natalia
One of Literary Hub's Most Anticipated Children's Book of 2026! * Sweet, tender, and perfect for the youngest picture book readers, this winning story about a most adorable kitten is an affectionate invitation to identify with and love this small cat. ...
The Wildest Thing
Martin, Emily Winfield
NATIONAL BESTSELLER * From the #1 New York Times bestselling author and illustrator of The Wonderful Things You Will Be comes an enchanting picture book about a child finding their "wild" self. What would you do if you let the wild in? Eleanor loved...
The Claiming (the Last Resort #2)
Warga, Jasmine
The next evolution in interactive storytelling is here! A must-read from New York Times bestselling author Jasmine Warga! For the first time, Teddy is actually excited for the school year to start. His new neighbors, Lila and Caleb, are transferring to his...
Dr. Zeus
Patterson, James
Middle School meets Percy Jackson in this exciting adventure from #1 New York Times bestselling author James Patterson, where Greek gods task an ordinary twelve-year-old with a big mission.  Nick Andino isn't exactly "hero" material. He's...
The Ordinary and Extraordinary Auden Greene
Haydu, Corey Ann
In this poignant, magical tale by the acclaimed author of Eventown, two girls find themselves dropped into each other's world--and must face down dragons they've only imagined. Auden "Denny" Greene is happiest with her friend Runa, creating stories set in their imaginary land of Sorrowfeld...
Thick As Thieves (Sidekicks: A Graphic Novel, Book 2): Thick As Thieves
Santat,Dan.
Paper Book
Caldecott Medalist, National Book Award winner, and New York Times bestselling creator Dan Santat returns to Sidekicks with a brand-new adventure in this second series installment! Suit up for high-octane action and laughs! There's trouble at the Society of Superheroes! ...
Wrong Friend
Harper, Charise Mericle
What happens when your BFF is no longer forever? A fresh and honest graphic novel about friendships lost and found. Perfect for fans of Raina Telgemeier! Charise and Casey have been best friends for years. It never mattered that Casey was older by two years-...
Are we ready for a pet?
Hannah, Joli
Pawsitive Choices! Find Your Perfect Pet and Learn How to Love and Take Care of Them! Thinking about getting a furry, scaly, or feathered friend? Join one adorable family on a heartwarming adventure in Are We Ready for a Pet? This beautifully illustrated picture book takes little readers...
How to Have a Thought: A Walk with Charles Darwin
Day, Nicholas
Take a walk with Charles Darwin in this electrifying new picture book from Sibert Medalist Nicholas Day. How do you work through a complicated idea, solve a tricky problem, or make a big discovery? Charles Darwin had a lot of ways to do it. He paced in circles and hit rocks with...
Basket Ball: The Story of the All-American Game
Nelson, Kadir
Paper Book
A New York Times bestseller A USA TODAY bestseller Award-winning creator Kadir Nelson delivers the perfect gift for basketball fans of any age--a beautifully illustrated history of the game and its key players over the years--in this companion to...
Disney How to Draw Classic Characters
DK
Young artists will embark on an exciting artistic journey full of friends, incredible superheroes, fast racecars, brave explorers, and more! This 144-page collection includes classic characters from Disney movies such as The Jungle Book, 101 Dalmations, Robin...
Left-Handed: Getting a Grip on Handedness
Birmingham, Maria
A cross-disciplinary look at the history, mystery, and facts of left-handedness Most of us define ourselves as lefties or righties based on the hand we use for writing. But what makes people prefer one hand over the other? And what if handedness doesn't tell the whole story? Do we also...
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