*New & Notable Kids' Books - January Highlights*

Published this month and new to the collection

Updated January 27, 2026
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I've Got a Dog!: A Happy Little Tune
Boynton, Sandra
Paper Book
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...
What a Small Cat Needs
Shaloshvili, Natalia
Paper Book
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
Paper Book
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
Paper Book
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
Paper Book
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
Paper Book
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! ...
Basket Ball: The Story of the All-American Game
Nelson, Kadir
Paper Book
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 his bestselling We Are the Ship: The Story of Negro League Baseball. ...

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