New Children's Books | January 2024 | LINCC (Libraries in Clackamas County)

Global Baby Grandparents

Ajmera, Maya.

Paper Book

Babies everywhere love their grandparents! Celebrate this bond with the newest addition to the bestselling Global Babies series. Grandparents all over the world have a special connection with their grandbabies. They play, sing, read, eat, and cuddle together. Most of all,...

A new book in the popular Global Baby series, this one featuring photos of loving grandparents from around the world. (Board Book Age 0-2)

First day, worst day

Nonamus, Andy

Paper Book

A very unlucky kid navigates the many challenges of the first day of school in the first book in The Very Worst Ever chapter book series! [REDACTED] keeps his name and school secret--even hiding his appearance behind stickers. Why? Because his bad luck is super embarrassing!

An anonymous narrator breathes fresh air (and a little mystery) into this worst first day of school story. (Bridging Fiction Grades 2-4)

Who jumps more?

Lin, Grace

Paper Book

Caldecott Honor winner Grace Lin celebrates math for every kid, everywhere! Olivia and Mei jump in the snow all the way to the tall tree. Mei takes a few big leaps like a deer. Olivia makes lots of smaller hops like a bunny. Each jumps "more" in a different way. A playful...

A new book in the delightful Storytelling Math series that uses a game of jumping in the snow to explore the concept of "more." (Board Book Age 0-2)

Julius

Johnson, Angela.

Paper Book

A humorous and joyful celebration of love and sharing by the award-winning and bestselling duo, Angela Johnson and Dav Pilkey. When Maya's grandfather comes to visit from Alaska, he brings a surprise in a crate -- something, he says, to teach her "fun and sharing." Maya hopes it's a horse...

A charming story about a pet pig illustrated by Dav Pilkey (aka the guy who created Dog Man and Captain Underpants), originally published in 1993 and reprinted for a new generation. (Picture Book Age 4-8)

The truth about dragons

Leung, Julie

Paper Book

A Caldecott Honor Winner Winner of the Asian Pacific American Award for Literature An unforgettable lyrical picture book that celebrates biracial identity from the award-winning author of Paper Son: The Inspiring Story of Tyrus Wong,...

Dragons are an instant yes for many kids! This one celebrates dragons from both European and Asian traditions through the lens of one kid's personal heritage. (Picture Book Age 4-8)

Valentines for all : Esther Howland captures America's heart

Churnin, Nancy

Paper Book

How an enterprising woman helped establish a tradition that Americans still observe today. When Esther Howland first saw the fancy valentine her father brought home from England, most Americans thought Valentine's Day was a waste of time. But through the card, Esther felt how...

Why do we exchange Valentine's Day cards, anyway? This book explains how one woman helped create this American tradition. (Holiday Book Age 5-8)

Counting on Naamah : a mathematical midrash on Noah's ark

Lyons, Erica

Paper Book

Rosie Revere Engineer meets Noah's Ark! What if Naamah, Noah's wife, was actually a math and engineering whiz? Enjoy this fun, zany, and girl-powered take on the traditional Noah's Ark story. Included in Best Jewish Children's Books of 2023, Tablet Magazine Included...

A math-themed picture book that combines the story of Noah's Ark with basic STEM skills. (Picture Book Age 4-9)

A royal conundrum

Yee, Lisa

Paper Book

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER .When a notorious thief is out for priceless treasure (gems! cats! general decorum!)-who're you gonna call? An elite team of crime-fighting underdogs, that's who! The Misfits are on the case in this hilarious illustrated series from Newbery Honoree Lisa Yee and...

An award-winning author/illustrator team up in this funny mystery in which a group of child secret agents must use their skills to save their school from destruction. (Children's Fiction Grades 3-5)

Need a House? Call Ms. Mouse!

Mendoza, George

Paper Book

Every animal in the forest can have a home they love with the help of Ms. Mouse in this whimsical and educational book about design and architecture. Henrietta is a world-famous architect, and the only mouse in the world who knows what makes a squirrel or a rabbit, a caterpillar...

Originally published in 1981, this reprint of a classic picture book features stunning, detailed illustrations of all sorts of animal houses designed by miniature architect Ms. Mouse. (Picture Book Age 4-8)

Books make good friends

Mount, Jane

Paper Book

This new picture book from beloved author-illustrator Jane Mount celebrates the avid reader, demonstrates how books make you better, and reassures anyone who has been anxious or uncertain about facing the real world. Lotti isn''t sure she wants to make friends. She'...

Perfect for fans of I Spy and Where's Waldo, the detailed bookshelf illustrations in this picture book by Jane Mount feature hundreds of popular children's books for readers to explore. (Picture Book Age 4-8)

Claudie Finds Her Talent

Random House (COR)

Paper Book

American Girl® Claudie(tm) discovers her true talent in this all-new Step 3 Step into Reading leveled reader that takes place in 1922 during the Harlem Renaissance! Meet Claudie Wells. She is 9 years old and is surrounded by artists, writers, dancers, and the culture of the...

A new American Girl character makes her Easy Reader debut in this short, engaging story set during the Harlem Renaissance. You'll now find other favorite AG characters, from Addy to Samantha, in the Easy Reader section as well! (Easy Readers Level 3)

Mobs in the Mansion!

Kaplan, Arie/ Batson, Alan (ILT)

Paper Book

Journey into the world of Minecraft in this Step 3 Step into Reading, the only official leveled reader series based on Minecraft, one of the world's best-selling video game! Minecraft® is one of the best-selling video game of all time! And now learning to read has never been more...

Reluctant readers often find their gateway to reading in books inspired by their favorite games, hobbies, and activities...like Minecraft! As their skills advance, readers can try Minecraft-themed books in Bridging Fiction and Children's Fiction as well. (Easy Readers Level 3)

Here Comes Redbird!

Random House (COR)

Paper Book

The adventure hits the streets when the Batmobile comes to life in this Step into Reading leveled reader inspired by the new hit pre-school animated series Batwheels! Perfect for children ages 4 to 6! Just like Batman and Robin, Bam the Batmobile and Redwing learn that...

Okay, whoever realized they could make a preschool-friendly version of Batman by combining superheroes and Cars was a total genius. (Easy Readers Level 2)

Pizza and Taco, Vol. 7: Wrestling Mania!

Shaskan, Stephen.

Paper Book

The first in a hilarious young graphic novel series about Pizza and Taco. Two best friends, lots of toppings...but only one of them can be the BEST, right? Fans of Narwhal and Jelly will eat this book up...and be hungry for more! Best friends are the BEST! But WHO is the BEST? Is...

A new Pizza & Taco graphic novel from Stephen Shaskan! Is it just me or is this entire section just books about friend duos? Narwhal & Jelly, Pea Bee & Jay, Bird & Squirrel, Pizza & Taco...(Bridging Graphic Novels Grades 2-4)

Slugfest

Korman, Gordon

Paper Book

From Gordon Korman, the New York Times bestselling author of Restart, comes a hilarious new story about a group of underdogs who come together when they are forced to attend summer school--for failing PE. Yash is the best athlete at Robinette Middle School--so good, in fact, that he's...

Gordon Korman is a master of funny, relatable realistic fiction for middle schoolers. His newest book unites a group of kids who failed P.E. around a summer school flag football tournament. (Young Teen Fiction Grades 5-7)

Daddy and the beanstalk

Weiner, Andrew

Paper Book

Perfect for fans of Narwhal and Jelly, this charming and hilarious take on classic fairy tales tackles the family chaos of bedtime. Did you know that Jack was looking for hot dogs when he climbed up the beanstalk? Or that he was led there by a talking fox named...

The age-old tradition of purposely telling bedtime stories wrong so your kids can correct you takes center stage in this silly collection of fractured fairy tales. (Bridging Graphic Novels Grades 2-4)

Harriet Tells the Truth

Arnold, Elana K.

Paper Book

Harriet sets out to solve a poisoning on Marble Island in the third book in the acclaimed cozy mystery series from award-winning author Elana K. Arnold. There are some things you should know about Harriet Wermer: She used to lie a lot, but not anymore. ...

The third book in the Harriet Spies series, a cozy, kid-friendly mystery with a fantastic children's literature-inspired title. (Children's Fiction Grades 3-5)

Rescue Tails : The Treacherous Tower

StacyPlays (COR)/ Gringoire, Melody (ILT)

Paper Book

From the author of the New York Times bestselling Wild Rescuers series comes Rescue Tails by YouTuber StacyPlays, a thrilling new adventure series about Stacy and her special wolves, with illustrations on every page! Stacy and her intelligent pack of wolves live in harmony...

Animal-loving Minecraft streamer StacyPlays has a new fantasy adventure series for young readers who like all of the above. (Children's Fiction Grades 3-5)

Wish soup : a celebration of Seollal

Park, Junghwa

Paper Book

Celebrate Korean Lunar New Year and join one child's quest to eat enough bowls of soup to become a "big girl!" Sohee's favorite part of Seollal is tteokguk--the special Korean rice cake soup traditionally only enjoyed on New Year's Day. Each bowl is said to make the person who eats it...

A Lunar New Year featuring a beloved Korean tradition: rice cake soup. (Holiday Book Age 4-8)

The History Club 1 : Duel Across Time

Baier, Bret/ Sianipar, Marvin (ILT)

Paper Book

From Bret Baier, New York Times bestselling author, FOX News Chief Political Anchor, and host of Special Report with Bret Baier, comes the first book in a thrilling new time-bending graphic novel series about kids who use their love of history to thwart an evil time traveler's...

FOX News host Baier uses this action-packed graphic novel series opener to introduce kids to famous moments in history in a fun, accessible way. (Children's Graphic Novels Grades 3-5)

Fire oathThe Fire Oath

Black, Roan

Paper Book

In the fourth installment of the action-packed Guardians of Horsa graphic novel series, the Guardians venture to the Fire Realm. The Guardians seek a hidden relic inside the Fire Realm, but there's no warm welcome waiting. Instead, the horses learn of the Fire Oath, a promise...

"Wings of Fire but with horses" makes this graphic novel series an instant hit with young fantasy fans. (Children's Graphic Novels Grades 3-5)

Disney Wish : the Graphic Novel

RH Disney.

This paperback full-color graphic novel retells the exciting story of Disney Wish--coming to theaters fall 2023! Walt Disney Animation Studios Wish is set to release Fall 2023, during the Studio's 100th year. A film that could only come from Disney Animation, the...

A graphic novel adaptation of the newest Disney movie hits the shelves this month! There's also a chapter book for fans of the movie who want to relieve it over and over again in as many forms as possible. (Children's Graphic Novels Grades 3-5)

Death and Sparkles and the Sacred Golden Cupcake : Book 2

Justus, Rob

Paper Book

Death and Sparkles are back in their second hilarious adventure! This zany yet philosophical graphic novel features a most unlikely pair of BFFs: Death, a grim reaper who's never had a friend, and Sparkles, the Last Unicorn, a celebrity influencer who is somehow immune to Death's touch. ...

While it's a bit of a niche concept, the first volume of this series has been a big hit with some of our OC readers. If you've been waiting for Vol. 2, it's time to celebrate--and place those holds! (Children's Graphic Novels Grades 3-5)

Tasty: A History of Yummy Experiments (a Graphic Novel)

Elliott, Victoria Grace

Paper Book

How did cheese happen? Who pickled the first pickle? Explore the history of innovative food in this non-fiction graphic novel filled with facts, legends, and recipes. Have you ever wondered how some of our favorite foods came to be? How was cheese created and who realized it...

The author of Yummy, a graphic novel history of desserts, returns with this new nonfiction graphic novel about the history of our favorite savory foods. (Children's Graphic Novel Grades 3-5)

Last laugh

Alexander, K. R

Paper Book

What's scarier than a collection of clown dolls in a secret locked room? How about... those clown dolls coming to life. And hunting you down.

Popular horror author K.R. Alexander combines two of horror's creepiest tropes--clowns and dolls--in his newest novel. (Young Teen Fiction Grades 5-7)

Nightshade Revenge

Horowitz, Anthony.

Paper Book

Alex Rider is now a Freevee original series! From internationally bestselling author Anthony Horowitz comes the fourteenth thrilling installment of the Alex Rider series! Follow the world's greatest teen spy as he sets off to California to battle Nightshade once again--this time...

It's been a few years since the Alex Rider books were at peak popularity, but fans who discovered the series through the recent streaming adaptation will enjoy the newest book in the teen spy series. (Young Teen Grades 5-7)

Break

Miller, Kayla

Paper Book

Kayla Miller, the New York Times bestselling author-illustrator of Click, Camp, Act, Clash, and Crunch and coauthor of Besties, returns with a new Olive story! Olive is less-than-excited to be spending spring break stuck with her dad...will she be able to make the most of her...

A brand new graphic novel in Kayla Miller's Click series hit the shelves this month, yippee! (Young Teen Graphic Novels Grades 5-7)

Bounce Back 2 : No Such Thing As Perfect

Misako Rocks! (COR)

Paper Book

This age-appropriate, kid-friendly manga middle-grade graphic novel is perfect for fans of Raina Telgemeier and Shannon Hale. "This is age-appropriate, kid-friendly manga for kids - both elementary and middle school - that tells a story about friendship, new beginnings, and...

A companion book to Bounce Back by Japanese manga author/illustrator Misako Rocks!, featuring a basketball player struggling with comparisons and perfectionism. (Young Teen Graphic Novels Grades 3-5)

Eve and Adam and the very first day

Kimmelman, Leslie

Paper Book

"Gloriously beautiful and tender." --Kirkus Starred Review In this unusual retelling, the biblical story of creation is told from Eve's perspective and explores what it might have been like emotionally for the world's first two people to experience everything for the very...

A vibrant retelling of the story from the book of Genesis. (Children's Nonfiction Age 4-7)

Nature is a sculptor : weathering and erosion

Kinser, Heather Ferranti

Paper Book

Glaciers, rivers, wind, and rain are a few of the elements that shape the landscape in powerful ways. They form features big and small--from grand canyons and enormous caves to smooth pebbles and fine grains of sand. Lyrical verse by Heather Ferranti Kinser introduces weathering, erosion,...

An introduction to the way weather shapes the planet, illustrated with stunning photographs. (Children's Nonfiction Age 5-9)

Courtesy of Cupid

Jones, Nashae

Paper Book

In this "sweetly romantic coming-of-age story with fun, magical touches" (Kirkus Reviews), a girl uses her newfound ability to make people fall in love to sabotage her rival. Erin Johnson's thirteenth birthday unfolds like any other day, from her mom's quirky and...

Many middle schoolers are eager to jump into the romance genre, but it can be hard finding age-appropriate romance reads. This story about Cupid's daughter discovering her powers is a good option to try for Valentine's Day. (Young Teen Fiction Grades 5-7)

Butt or face? : can you tell which end you're looking at?

Lavelle, Kari

Paper Book

"The silly, simple premise is carried out splendidly; younger readers will be entranced by fascinating photos, bright colors, and googly eyes galore, while older readers will appreciate fast-fact boxes, clear explanations, and endless animal puns."--Booklist, STARRED Review Can YOU tell a...

Comedy gold. (Children's Nonfiction Age 4-8)

Lunar New Year

Yim, Natasha.

Paper Book

A celebratory, inclusive and educational exploration of Lunar New Year for both children that celebrate and children who want to understand and appreciate their peers who do.

With its inclusion of many different traditions and lots of facts about how Lunar New Year is celebrated around the world, this is a great introduction to a global holiday. (Holiday Book Age 5-7)

The Wheel of the Year: A Guide to Nature's Rhythms

Cook, Fiona.

Paper Book

A NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER AND KIRKUS BEST MIDDLE GRADE BOOK OF 2023 "This book is, in a word, immaculate." Kirkus (Starred Review) A beautifully illustrated, interactive guide to ancient, nature-based holidays and...

A nature-based guide to the rhythms of the year, with plenty of ideas and activities for a variety of seasonal celebrations. (Holiday Book Age 8-12)

Saint valentine the kindhearted: the history and legends of god's brave and loving servant

Bustard, Ned

Paper Book

2025 Illumination Award Silver Medal 2025 Children's Book Council Librarian Favorites Award Winner (3rd-5th Grade) 2025 Children's Book Council Children's Favorites Award Winner (3rd-5th Grade) Share a Timeless Tale of Love and Kindness with Kids<...

A book about St. Valentine with an emphasis on his religious origins and ties to modern Christian faith. (Holiday Book Age 5-8)

This is my body I get to choose : an introduction to consent

Turner, Brook Sitgraves

Paper Book

An anthem for all ages, This is My Body--I Get To Choose features photographs of kids practicing consent out in the real world. Written to help families and educators teach body autonomy and consent, this rhythmic text keeps toddlers, preschoolers, and grownups alike coming back for more in an...

This book featuring photos of children of many different identities and abilities provides a great introduction to healthy body boundaries and safe touch. (Parenting Age 3-6)

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