*New & Notable Kids' Books - Summer Highlights*

Published July & August and new to the collection

Updated August 12, 2025
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The Goodnight Train ready for school
Sobel, June
Paper Book
All aboard the Goodnight Train in this night-before-school companion to The Goodnight Train Halloween and The Goodnight Train Easter. Features peek-a-boo die cuts on every page! The engine chugs slow and steady. Get your brand-new...
Fall Is for Beginnings
Larocca, Rajani/ Alwar, Abhi (ILT)
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
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...
Emerson the elephant seal
Ngo, Ginger.
A colourful, imagination-filled picture book for children aged 3-5, based on the true story of Emerson the elephant seal, who decided to abandon his home in the wilds for life in the bright city lights of Victoria, BC. Emerson, a two-year-old juvenile elephant seal, keeps turning up in...
Itty Bitty Betty Blob Makes a Splash
Lombardo, Constance
Perfect for back-to-school and Halloween, Itty Bitty Betty Blob is back! This time Betty has to try out for an afterschool activity. Will it be cooking? Drama? Diving? Sweet and sensitive, Betty is a heroine who reminds kids ages 4 - 8 that being yourself is more than enough. "I...
Vampire jam sandwich
Lyall, Casey
Paper Book
Once upon a time a vampire took a bite of a jam sandwich . . . and a legend was born. Now the vampire jam sandwich roams the streets, looking for MORE JAM. Will yours be next? A hilarious spooky picture book featuring a sneaky vampire, for fans of Creepy Carrots and How to...
The Wishing Leaf
George, Kallie.
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...
The big mess and other stories
Pizzoli, Greg
Beloved Geisel Award-winning author Greg Pizzoli is back with book two in the fan favorite early reader series of two unlikely friends, Earl and Worm, that is sure to make kids belly laugh! Earl and Worm couldn't be more different--but they also are also the best of friends. So...
Bulldozer goes to school
Broach, Elise
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...
The World's End
Robertson, David A.
Paper Book
Eli must embrace his unique heritage and make an impossible decision about his future, and the future of Misewa, in this thrilling last adventure in the award-winning, Narnia-inspired Indigenous middle-grade fantasy series. Eli, Morgan and Emily manage to free themselves...
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,...
Sunshine Project
Krishnaswami, Uma
In the final book in the Book Uncle trilogy, Anil faces a dilemma when the city decides to build a solar panel factory on the site of a mangrove forest. Anil loves karate, his friends and the solar power project he has been championing in his community. He doesn't love having to speak up -...
Howler Reef
Deas, Nancy
In the small village of Sueño 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...
Pumpkin and Beetle: Two Vampire Cats
Ho, Jannie
Meet Pumpkin and Beetle, two vampire cat best friends, as they explore their cozy-spooky town together in this early graphic novel. Vampire cats are just like other cats, except they sleep during the day, they only eat red foods, and they go to school at night!  ...
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...
Space case : the graphic novel
Gibbs, Stuart
Paper Book
"A delightful and brilliantly constructed middle grade thriller" (The New York Times Book Review) set on the moon takes off in this humorous and suspenseful first space adventure in the Moon Base Alpha series from New York Times bestselling author of Spy School Stuart Gibbs--now in...
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...
True Colors: Growing Up Weird in the '90s
Gravel, Elise
Growing up is always just a little too much for a kid to handle, but taking your time is all it takes Tweeny-bopper Elise knows she's different, but kind of just chalks it up to being a weirdo. And in the 90s, who isn't? Other girls might be shifting their attention to boys,...
The moving book
Brown, Lisa
Lisa Brown, creator of the hugely popular The Airport Book and The Hospital Book, breaks down the big prospect of moving to a new home in this engaging picture book primer. Moving can be sad and scary--but it doesn't have to be. The kids in this book have done it...
Reach for the Sky : How Two Brothers Built an Airplane in Chinatown
Wong, Evelyn Sue.
CN
Star Sailor : The Story of Words
Cassidy, Sara/ McLaughlin, Julie (ILT)
Paper Book
Humans need words to communicate, whether they are spoken, written, signed or even sung. But what exactly is a word? And why does the way we use words continue to change? The English language has morphed, melted and remade itself since its beginning. From imitating the sounds of the world...
Zoom Out Natural World: Discover 12 Iconic Animals and Their Incredible Ecosystems
Davey, Owen
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...
Marvel Crafts: 100+ Activities and Art Projects Inspired by Marvel Comics
DK
Calling all crafters and wannabe Super Heroes alike! Features 100+ creative projects and activities, including art, puzzles, games, papercraft, and more. With photography and clear step-by-step, illustrated instructions, Marvel Crafts guides you through each project,...
Time for Kids: Money and Finance Field Guide: A How-To Book on Earning, Saving, and Spending Money
Krensky, Stephen
Paper Book
Learn how to earn, save, and responsibly spend money with this TIME For Kids field guide! This field guide teaches all of the basics of money management, from earning it to saving it to investing it! Learn about credit cards, savings, cryptocurrency, donating money to causes you...
The Superhero's First Aid Manual : Step-by-step Skills for Young People
Krishan, Punam
Be a hero, learn how to help when someone is hurt, and make a difference with this must-have first aid book for kids. The Superhero's First Aid Manual covers the first-aid skills that children aged 7-11 need to know, from treating cuts, stings, burns, allergies, and more...
What a Waste : 9 Ways to Fight Climate Change
Wu, Karen Tam/ Sutradhar, Bithi (ILT)
Humans create mountains of garbage, but did you know you can use that waste to help the planet? You can heat your house with poop, make coffee with filtered pee and blow your nose with your cereal box. People around the world are finding creative ways to transform food scraps, invasive...

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