Books: Get Curious

Children's Book Week recommendations May 4-10, 2026.

Updated May 2, 2026
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Clinton Essex Franklin Library System Plattsburgh Public Library
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A big mooncake for Little Star /
Lin, Grace
Paper Book
A gorgeous picture book that tells a whimsical origin story of the phases of the moon, from award-winning, bestselling author-illustrator Grace Lin Pat, pat, pat... Little Star's soft feet tiptoed to the Big Mooncake. Little Star loves the delicious...
Dim sum for everyone!
Lin, Grace.
Paper Book
In English, dim sum means "little hearts," or "touches the heart," but to this young girl, dim sum means delicious. On a visit to a bustling dim sum restaurant, a family picks their favorite little dishes from the steaming trolleys filled with dumplings, cakes, buns, and tarts. And as is traditional...
Bored /
Sala, Felicita,
Paper Book
Utter boredom leads one imaginative girl to inspiration in this clever story from much-loved creator Felicita Sala. Rita is bored. So, so, so bored. She's tried stretching her body across her bedroom, side-eyeing herself in the mirror, stomping her feet and swinging...
The most boring book ever /
Sanderson, Brandon.
Paper Book
An Instant New York Times Bestseller Listen, this book is boring. We're telling you it's boring. It's in the title of the book--in fact, it's THE MOST BORING BOOK EVER! And created by #1 New York Times bestsellers Brandon Sanderson and Kazu Kibuishi! ...
Awe! /
Stiefel, Chana,
Paper Book
This soul-stirring exploration of that mysterious feeling, awe, is perfect for celebrating big moments or the small wonders in every day. Will appeal to fans of All the World and In Every Life. ★ "This title stands out for its focus on one [feeling] that few...
Ada Twist, scientist /
Beaty, Andrea.
Paper Book
Inspired by real-life makers Ada Lovelace and Marie Curie, this beloved #1 bestseller champions STEM, girl power and women scientists in a rollicking celebration of curiosity, the power perseverance, and the importance of asking "Why?" Don't miss Ada's further adventures-with her friends...

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