All Booked Up | Goal Setting (Oct 2025)

A few of our favorite books about goal-setting for this month's All Booked Up reading challenge. Not seeing anything you like? Browse more books about goals, dreams, plans, and achievements in the library catalog in English or español, or request a personalized recommendation from library staff.

BONUS! Let us know what book you read for a chance to win free ice cream from Mike's Drive In and a book to keep.

All Booked Up is a partnership between the Oregon City Public Library and OCSD connecting literacy, family engagement, and school attendance for student success.

Updated September 11, 2025
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All Booked Up | Goal Setting (Oct 2025)

A few of our favorite books about goal-setting for this month's All Booked Up reading challenge. Not seeing anything you like? Browse more books about goals, dreams, plans, and achievements in the library catalog in English or español, or request a personalized recommendation from library staff.

BONUS! Let us know what book you read for a chance to win free ice cream from Mike's Drive In and a book to keep.

All Booked Up is a partnership between the Oregon City Public Library and OCSD connecting literacy, family engagement, and school attendance for student success.

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Why not you?
Ciara
Paper Book
NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER * From Grammy-winning pop star Ciara and Super Bowl champ Russell Wilson comes a story to inspire young readers to see value in themselves, be brave, and go after their biggest dreams--now as a board book!   Why not you? Amazing you! You're...

A rhyming story from superstars Ciara and Russell Wilson that encourages kids to dream big and reach for their goals. (Picture book)

J.D. and the great barber battle
Dillard, J.
Paper Book
Eight-year-old J.D. turns a tragic home haircut into a thriving barber business in this hilarious new illustrated chapter book series J.D. has a big problem--it's the night before the start of third grade and his mom has just given him his first and worst home haircut. When the...

With hard work and determination, a third grader turns his newfound hair-cutting skills into a thriving business in this series opener from real-life barber J. Dillard. (Bridging Fiction)

Also available as an English or Spanish e-book & English digital audiobook in the Libby app.

The magical yet
DiTerlizzi, Angela
Paper Book
This Yet finds a way, even when you don't, And, Yet knows you will, when you think you won't. Each of us, from the day we're born, is accompanied by a special companion-the Yet. Can't tie your shoes? Yet! Can't ride a bike? Yet! Can't play the bassoon? Don't worry, Yet is there to help you out. Told...

A colorful picture book that reminds kids that trying and learning from mistakes helps us all to reach our goals--so it's okay if we can't do something YET! (Picture book)

Shirley & Jamila save their summer
Goerz, Gillian
Paper Book
This middle-grade graphic novel for fans of Roller Girl and Smile introduces Jamila and Shirley, two unlikely friends who save each other's summers while solving their neighborhood's biggest mysteries. Jamila Waheed is staring down a lonely summer in a new...

Shirley and Jamila's summer goals? To solve the mystery of a missing gecko and maybe find a new friend! (Graphic novel)

Zara's rules for record-breaking fun
Khan, Hena
Paper Book
From the beloved author of Amina's Voice comes the first book in a humor-filled middle grade series starring a young Muslim girl with an endless list of hobbies who searches for ways to maximize fun for her family and neighborhood friends. Meet Zara Saleem, the queen of...

When a new kid challenges Zara's role as neighborhood organizer of fun in this series opener, she tries to regain her top spot by setting an ambitious goal: an entry in the Guinness Book of World Records. (Children's Fiction)

The hero handbook
Langdon, Matt
Paper Book
KIDS' BOOK CHOICE AWARDS FINALIST! Heroes take chances, do hard things, and sometimes even change the world. To become a hero, kids can surround themselves with supportive people, boost their self-esteem and self-awareness, find their passion, and have the courage make things happen. This...

A guide to help kids become the hero of their own story, whether they want to be activists, artists, or better friends. (Children's nonfiction)

Becoming Brianna
Libenson, Terri
Paper Book
New York Times bestseller! Terri Libenson returns with another endearing, relatable story of friendship and finding confidence. Perfect for fans of Raina Telgemeier and Jennifer L. Holm. Middle school is full of challenges. Everyone knows how much brainy Bri likes the spotlight (not...
Min makes a machine
McCully, Emily Arnold
Paper Book
Budding engineer Min uses her skills to save the day in this Level E easy reader, perfect for Kindergarten students to read on their own! Min wants to play, but Ann and Bess say it's too hot to do anything. Min waves a fan, but it doesn't help at all. What's a girl to do? ...

How do you cool down on a hot day? Make a plan and follow the steps to build a machine that will help her fill an empty swimming pool. (Early Reader)

Elena camps
Medina, Juana
"With its extremely short text, this book is perfect for the earliest readers while still delivering a full, engaging story. . . . A delightful and relatable read, this book is a must-have for libraries and a sure hit with young readers." --School Library Journal (starred review) ...

Elena is eager to put up her new tent, but keeps making mistakes in the rush. She will need to slow down and follow a plan to get it done. (Early reader)

Stickley sticks to it! : a frog's guide to getting things done
Miles, Brenda.
Paper Book
Gold Medal, 2015 Moonbeam Awards, Self-Est​eem Stickley Sticks to It! shows kids how to persevere on challenging tasks with determination and confidence. Stickley the frog has the gift of stick-to-it-ness, or perseverance: the ability to...

See how Stickly sets a goal, makes a plan, and gets it done. This book is a guide for kids (and frogs) to reaching their goals. (Children's nonfiction)

Dream
O'Connor, Barbara
Paper Book
A New York Times bestseller! The highly anticipated follow up to Wish, which has spent six years on the New York Times bestseller list and is beloved by over two million readers. Dream follows a small...

An aspiring country musician searches for a lost family treasure that she believes will help her buy a guitar worthy of the songwriting contest she's entered. (Children's Fiction)

Also available as a digital audiobook in the Libby app.

Lucky scramble
Raymundo, Peter
Paper Book
Six competitive cubers face off at the Speed Cubing national championships in this graphic novel that's perfect for fans of Roller Girl and the Last Kids on Earth series. Despite qualifying for the Speed Cubing National Championships in Las Vegas, twelve-year-old Tyler...

A competitive speed cuber makes a plan to improve his skills and win a national championship in this graphic novel hybrid with full color illustrations. (Children's Fiction)

The big bike
Reid, C. L.
Paper Book
Emma gets a bigger bike and can't wait to ride it, but when she falls off she's too scared to try it anymore. When her best friend, Izzie, comes over for a bike ride, Emma uses her old bike. Emma needs to practice on her new big bike and gain confidence to ride again--even if it is scary. Emma is...

Emma learns how to ride her new big kid bike in this installment of the popular Emma Every Day series, which includes American Sign Language mini-lessons in each story. (Early Reader)

Watch me : a story of immigration and inspiration
Richards, Doyin
Paper Book
A picture book about immigration, Watch Me is based on the author's father's own story. Joe came to America from Africa when he was young. He worked hard in school, made friends, and embraced his new home. Like so many immigrants before and after him, Joe succeeded when...

Based on the author's father, this picture book follows the journey of an immigrant determined to succeed in his new home. (Picture book)

Wibble wobble boom!
Rodman, Mary Ann
Paper Book
Today's my first ice skating class. I'll fly through the air, land on one foot, and spin so fast you can't see me! Claire can't wait to get out on the ice and skate, skate, skate! She's going to jump, leap, and twirl! Just you wait--pretty soon she'll be on TV and dazzling...

Claire knows she will be an ice skating star someday, whirling and twirling around the rink--until she has her first skating lesson and it is hard! She will have to work hard to make her skating dreams come true. (Picture book)

The tryout
Soontornvat, Christina
Paper Book
Could anything be more mortifying than trying out for cheerleader in front of your whole grade? This hilarious, highly relatable story will make you laugh, cry, and cheer! Perfect for fans of Raina Telgemeier. An Instant #1 Bestseller! "A captivating middle...

Middle schooler Christina risks it all for a chance to make the cheerleading squad. (Graphic novel)

Building Zaha : the story of architect Zaha Hadid
Tentler-Krylov, Victoria
Paper Book
An inspiring picture book biography about British Iraqi architect Zaha Hadid, who was a pioneer in her field against all odds, told by debut author-illustrator Victoria Tentler-Krylov.The city of Baghdad was full of thinkers, artists, and scientists, the littlest among them Zaha Hadid. Zaha knew...

The true story of Zaha Hadid, an architect who persevered to reach her goals despite many obstacles. (Children's nonfiction)

Argyle Fox
Le Tourneau, Marie
Paper Book
Argyle Fox, with his signature style, wants to play outside on a springtime day, but the wind is wreaking havoc with his fun and games. As soon as he builds a card tower, climbs into a giant spider web, or takes up his pirate sword, here comes the wind: Woosh! Mama Fox tells grumpy Argyle that if he...

Argyle Fox wants to play outside, but the windy day is disrupting his fun. Sometimes we have to adjust our plans and try something new to reach our goals. (Picture book)

My Strong Mind III (Ingram-Hardback): I Set Goals and Work Hard to Deliver them
van Hove, Niels
Paper Book
Do you want to teach your children about Goal Setting, GRIT, and Staying Motivated? With this third My Strong Mind book, your children will be introduced Commitment and how to user their strong mind to Set...

Read about ways to stay motivated and reach your goals, even when it seems tough. (Children's nonfiction)

Stick dog
Watson, Tom
Paper Book
Celebrate a decade of laughs with this colorized 10th anniversary edition of Stick Dog, the first book in the hilarious bestselling illustrated series. Includes full-color art, a never-before-seen epilogue, three paw-tastic recipes, and a new author's note! Follow Stick Dog...

Stick Dog and his fellow four-legged friends have one goal: get the hamburgers! Wacky hijinks ensue in this graphic novel hybrid series opener. (Children's Fiction)

The great raspberry mix-up
Whitehorn, Harriet
Paper Book
The Belville Cake competition is just around the corner and Freddie's friends have persuaded him to enter - but rival baker Bernard will stop at nothing to sabotage Freddie at every turn.

This series begins with a young baker sets his sights on a top baking prize, but must outwit his rival's attempted sabotage. (Bridging Fiction)

I want to sleep under the stars!
Willems, Mo
Paper Book
Mo Willems, creator of the revolutionary, award-winning, best-selling Elephant & Piggie books, has another breakout beginning-reader series. An ensemble cast of Squirrels, Acorns, and pop-in guests hosts a page-turning extravaganza. Each book features a funny, furry adventure AND bonus jokes,...

Zoom Squirrel's friends help him figure out how to achieve his dream of sleeping under the stars in this Unlimited Squirrels story from the author of Elephant & Piggie. (Early Reader)

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