*New & Notable Kids' Books - Summer Highlights*

Published July & August and new to the collection

Updated August 12, 2025
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Fall Is for Beginnings
Larocca, Rajani/ Alwar, Abhi (ILT)
Paper Book
From Newbery Honor author Rajani LaRocca and critically acclaimed illustrator Abhi Alwar, an authentic celebration of friendship and finding your place in this back-to-school picture book and follow up to Summer Is for Cousins Ravi can't wait for the start of the new school year!...
Feelings Come, Feelings Go
Roberts, Jillian
Paper Book
No matter how little you are, you can have big feelings. Some feelings are easy, some are hard, but they all matter. When you feel sunshine on your face, you might feel happy. When a new friend wants to play, you might feel shy. When you have to say goodbye, you might feel sad. Feelings...
When Pigs Fly!: A Song for Dreamers
Boynton, Sandra
Paper Book
Inspire readers of all ages with the power of hope and dreaming in this sweet and fanciful board book from the one and only Sandra Boynton! Dare to dream with When Pigs Fly!, a story about the gentle relationship between a parent and child (who both happen to be...
The Wishing Leaf
George, Kallie.
Paper Book
As the seasons change from fall to winter, Bear eagerly waits for the last leaf to fall so that he can make a wish in this charming and cozy picture book from author Kallie George and illustrator Paola Zakimi Bear knows that when the last leaf falls in the forest, whatever...
Bulldozer goes to school
Broach, Elise
Paper Book
Bulldozer is nervous about his new school year and worried he won't fit in. His friend Millie tries to reassure him, but Bulldozer isn't convinced...especially when he gets to his classroom and things start going wrong. But just when he's sure his day couldn't get worse, something amazing happens...
Sea otter sunrise
Osborne, Mary Pope
Paper Book
The #1 bestselling Magic Tree House series for chapter book readers is ready to whisk you away across the world with Jack and Annie--this time to save sea otters after a shark attack! Magic Tree House is the perfect series for kids ready to transition from leveled readers and picture books to...
Graciela in the abyss
Medina, Meg
Paper Book
"A thrilling, action-packed journey filled with heart, bravery, and ghostly exploits." --Kirkus Reviews (starred review) A sea ghost, a mortal boy, and a dangerous enchanted harpoon . . . A Newbery Medalist takes us far beneath the waves in this extraordinary foray into...
Snoop
Korman, Gordon
Paper Book
From Gordon Korman, the bestselling author of Restart, the story of a boy who's stuck at home with two broken legs... and who starts using cameras and a drone to spy on his classmates, neighbors, and a possible criminal who's come to town. If Carter hadn't been checking his phone,...
Howler Reef
Deas, Nancy
Paper Book
In the small village of SueƱo Bay, famous for its mysterious crystals and supernatural creatures, Kay drags friends Sleeves, Jenna and Ollie into searching for a shipwrecked radio host. While listening to their favorite mystery series, Kay and Sleeves realize that the host, DJ Azul, must...
Dream on
Hale, Shannon/ Cespedes, Marcela (ILT)
Paper Book
Mega-bestselling graphic novel author Shannon Hale (Real Friends, Best Friends, and Friends Forever--over 2 million copies sold!) is back with a new middle grade graphic novel about hope, friendship, and heartfelt wishes, perfect for fans of Invisible Emmie...
Sugar Shack
Knisley, Lucy.
Paper Book
In the final volume of the bestselling Peapod Farm series, a city kid turned country girl whose life has been changing nonstop is settling into her new place in the family--only for unexpected drama to strike between sisters. "Understated and full of heart."--Kirkus Reviews...
Zoom Out Natural World: Discover 12 Iconic Animals and Their Incredible Ecosystems
Davey, Owen
Paper Book
Get ready to meet some of our planet's most iconic animals and discover their roles in our ecosystems. From polar bears to penguins, salmon to solitary bees, tigers to turtles - meet the world's most notable animals up close and discover fascinating details about each of these...

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