Children's New Books | March 2026 | LINCC (Libraries in Clackamas County)

Leaf Thief: 1, 2, 3, Can You Count Along?

Hemming, Alice

Paper Book

Squirrel and Bird are following some mysterious noises--young readers can guess what they'll find, and lift the flap to count how many. Follow them around their sunny woodland and lift the paper flaps to discover a woodpecker, butterflies, mice, flowers, and of course Squirrel's favorite--leaves!...

The Lief Thief makes its Board Book debut! (Board Book Age 0-2)

H is for hiking

Paprocki, Greg

Learn with your toddler from A to Z all about hiking adventures and the outdoor world. A fun collection of illustrations for young readers featuring things that toddlers might see in on a hiking adventure or time spent outdoors in nature. Little ones will get a kick out...

A hiking alphabet book for the littlest outdoor adventurers. (Board Book Age 0-2)

Spring!

Patricelli, Leslie

Paper Book

"A nearly perfect board book in tone and content. Bring it on, story hour." --School Library Journal (starred review) Puddle, puddle, puddle, MUD! Our favorite bald baby celebrates a new season with an adorable friend. Squish! Squoosh! Squash!...

A new seasonal board book from Leslie Patricelli! (Board Book Age 0-2)

The Pigeon Won't Say the Abcs!

Mo Willems Workshop

Paper Book

From Mo Willems Workshop, the team behind the #1 bestselling Don't Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus!, comes this hilarious and engaging alphabet early-learning concept board book with touch-and-trace features throughout. The Pigeon won't say the ABCs! He has at...

A new Pigeon board book! (Board Book Age 0-2)

Loops

Awan, Jashar

Paper Book

Two starred reviews! From Caldecott Honor- and Theodor Seuss Geisel Honor-winning author-illustrator Jashar Awan comes a hilarious and "confidence-boosting" (Publishers Weekly, starred review) picture book about the perseverance and positive self-talk needed to learn to...

A picture book about learning to tie your shoes from a reader favorite and newly-crowned Caldecott Honor author. (Picture Book Age 4-8)

The Future Book

Barnett, Mac

NATIONAL BESTSELLER * Every other book was written in the past. But this book? This book was written in the future. Do you want to know what the future is like? Turn the pages to get a glimpse at the world of tomorrow and its unexpected words, strange social customs, and mind...

Beloved author and National Ambassador for Young People's Literature Mac Barnett explores the future. (Picture Book Age 4-8)

Iguana Miss You!

Boynton, Sandra

Paper Book

From beloved and New York Times bestselling author Sandra Boynton, a terrific picture book (for all ages!) that says a heartfelt goodbye to a friend, a neighbor, or a loved one. The perfect going-away gift! "You're going away. It's sad, but it's true. I...

A new picture book from Sandra Boynton! (Picture Book Age 4-8)

Goodnight, Bruce

Higgins, Ryan

Paper Book

Mother Bruce's family of mice and geese will do ANYTHING to get out of going to sleep in this hilarious and all-too-relatable bedtime story. It's bedtime in Soggy Hollow. But Bruce's family of mice and geese would rather watch late-night monster movies than go to sleep.

A new Mother Bruce book! (Picture Book Age 4-8)

Goldfinches

Oliver, Mary

Paper Book

NATIONAL BESTSELLER * Caldecott Honoree Melissa Sweet gorgeously illustrates the work of Pulitzer Prize-winning poet Mary Oliver for the first time in picture book form. Have you heard them singing in the wind, above the final fields? Have you ever been so happy...

A picture book adaptation of the poem by the late, great poet Mary Oliver. (Picture Book Age 4-8)

Pizzasaurus

Sauer, Tammi

Pizzasaurus cares about one thing and one thing only: PIZZA! And he's inviting you to a prehistoric pizza party in this hilarious picture book from the beloved author of Wordy Birdy and Mary Had a Little Glam. Meet Pizzasaurus, a dinosaur with a unique twist! While...

Needs no explanation. (Picture Book Age 4-8)

Where Do Race Cars Sleep at Night?

Sayres, Brianna Caplan

Paper Book

Children! Quiet your engines! Zoom off to sleep with a new "things that go" bedtime story about race cars--from the creators of the bestselling Where Do Diggers Sleep at Night? series. Race cars, hot rods, and many more speedy vehicles are getting ready for bed in...

A welcome addition to a frequently-requested topic: race cars. (Picture Book Age 4-8)

The Selfish Sister

Sedaris, David.

Paper Book

An Amazon Best Book of the Month * Kirkus Reviews, starred review New York Times-bestselling author David Sedaris offers a hilariously twisted take on selfishness and greed in this picture book featuring funny (and demented!) illustrations by New Yorker artist Bob...

A follow-up to Sedaris' surprisingly delightful picture book debut, Pretty Ugly. (Picture Book Age 4-8)

For the Fans! (Kpop Demon Hunters): Official Storybook

Song, Angela

#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER * This Little Golden Book, based on Netflix's hit animated film KPop Demon Hunters, is sure to delight HUNTR/X fans of all ages! Rumi, Mira, and Zoey are pop stars by day and Hunters by night! Meet them along with Saja Boys, the hottest...

FINALLY! The K-Pop Demon Hunters tie-in books have stared to arrive. (Picture Book Age 4-8)

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...

An exploration of awe from the Sydeney Taylor Award-winning author. (Picture Book Age 4-8)

It's My Bird-Day!

Willems, Mo

Paper Book

From #1 New York Times bestselling, award-winning author and illustrator Mo Willems, comes the highly anticipated annual event, The Pigeon's BIRD-DAY! The Pigeon has the hat. And the hot dog cake! He is ready for the presents! But ... do...

A second new Pigeon book this month? We are truly blessed! (Picture Book Age 4-8)

Fox Catches a Wave

Tabor, Corey R

Paper Book

Fox--the beloved and popular trickster character featured in the Geisel Award-winning books Fox Has a Problem, Fox at Night, and Fox the Tiger--is on the move! But Fox knows that life is about the journey, not the destination, and if his untraditional transportation methods get him...

A new Fox book! (Early Reader Level 1)

Gus the Mushroom Dragon: An Acorn Book (Dragon Hill #2)

West, Tracey

Paper Book

In the second installment of this full-color, fantasy adventure series perfect for beginning readers, Gus the Mushroom Dragon discovers a special Mushroom Power! Pick a book. Grow a Reader! This series is part of Scholastic's early reader line, Acorn, aimed at children who...

A new Dragon Hill book from the author of the beloved Dragon Masters chapter book series. (Early Reader Level 2)

Tough Times: El Toro & Friends: A Graphic Novel

Raul the Third

"Outrageously creative! Kids will drink in every imaginative detail in El Toro's wild world!" --Jeff Kinney, #1 New York Times bestselling author of the Diary of a Wimpy Kid series From the Eisner Award Nominated World of ¡Vamos! series, Tough Times<...

A new bilingual El Toro & Friends title about not giving up when the world is getting you down. (Early Reader Graphic Novel Level 2)

Stick Dog Meets Poo-Poo

Watson, Tom

The first I Can Read Comic in Tom Watson's bestselling Stick Dog series full of humor, smarts, and friendship! Stick Dog is hungry. As he searches for food in the park, he meets Poo-Poo who joins him on his hunt for food. The two quickly find friendship, but will they ever...

Stick Dog makes his Early Reader debut! I am so excited! (Early Reader Graphic Novel Level 3)

Pen Pals (Dino Poet #2): A Graphic Novel!

Angleberger, Tom

Paper Book

From New York Times bestselling author Tom Angleberger, creator of the Origami Yoda series, comes a hilarious young graphic novel adventure through the land of the dinosaurs Dino Poet wants to help Frog write his first poem, but there's a problem--Frog doesn't think he's a...

A new Tom Angleberger, one of my Top 3 Dog Man readalike recommendations. (Bridging Fiction Grades 2-4)

Don't Eat the Birthday Boy! (the Unlikely Aventuras of Ramon and El Cucuy Book #2): An Illustrated Chapter Book Volume 2

Barba Higuera, Donna

Paper Book

A young monster and his human child reunite for a new horror--Ramón's birthday party!--in this spooky-funny chapter book from Newbery Medal-winning author Donna Barba Higuera, with two-color illustrations throughout by Juliana Perdomo It's a monster's ancient duty...

A new Ramon & El Cucuy chapter book from Newbery Award winner Higuera. (Bridging Fiction Grades 2-4)

Awake Among the Stars

Quinn, Jordan.

Paper Book

Prince Lucas and Lady Clara try to change the future set in the stars in this twenty-third magical adventure of The Kingdom of Wrenly series! The Kingdom of Wrenly's latest trend is reading your fortune written among the stars. Prince Lucas is skeptical until his unlucky fortune...

New Kingdom of Wrenly! (Bridging Fiction Grades 2-4)

Squirrel Lock Holmes #1: The Pet Rock Mystery: (A Graphic Novel)

Belote, Ashley

Paper Book

It's a mystery, my dear Watson! Detective Squirrel Lock Holmes and her trusty sidekick Mole Watson are on the hunt for a missing pet rock in this first book of the hilarious early graphic chapter book series. THE CASE OF THE MISSING PET ROCK Victim:...

A silly mystery full of wordplay, perfect for early elementary readers. (Bridging Graphic Novel Grades 2-4)

Mystery in the Grand Canyon

Bowling, Dusti

Paper Book

The Secret Life of Pets meets Ranger in Time in this humorous, historic, and mildly haunted illustrated chapter book series featuring a service dog who thinks he's British, tasked with chasing the unsolved ghost stories of the Southwest. Edmund, a goldendoodle and...

A new series for fans of Hank the Cowdog, featuring a goofy dog detective solving mysteries in the southwest. (Children's Fiction Grades 3-5)

The Stage of Shadows

Finch, Mina

Paper Book

The first book in a thrilling new middle-grade series for fans of K-pop and the hottest animated movie of the decade! Twelve-year-old Hana Kim has always dreamed of becoming a K-pop idol--singing, dancing, and dazzling the world on stage. When she earns a scholarship to K...

It's not a branded K-Pop Demon Hunters tie-in, but it's close enough! Three girls at a specialized school train to be demon-fighting K-pop stars. (Children's Fiction Grades 3-5)

Cupcakes & camp

Simon, Coco

Paper Book

Mia tries to sweeten the disappointment of spending summer away from her friends in this first book in a brand-new middle grade Cupcake Diaries spin-off series! Mia plans to spend the rest of her summer hanging out with her Cupcake Club friends and her fashionista friends in...

A new Cupcake Diaries spinoff for readers ready for slightly longer, more complex stories. (Children's Fiction Grades 3-5)

Paws: The Trouble with Leo: A Graphic Novel

Fairbairn, Nathan

Paper Book

The girls of PAWS have a bone to pick with a group of rival dog walkers in the fifth book of this heartwarming and hilarious graphic novel series that is the Baby-Sitters Club for pets! It's been seven whole dog years of PAWS (or just one if you're a human), and business...

A new PAWS! Fans of The Baby-Sitters Club should definitely try this one. (Children's Graphic Novel Grades 3-5)

Pet Placement Society

Gallanosa, Primo

In this graphic novel series perfect for animal lovers and fans of The Baby-Sitters Club, a group of tweens form a club to help find the perfect homes for animals at the local shelter while learning how to deal with middle school drama. Twelve-year-old Mia is having a hard time....

And this one is for the existing PAWS fans looking for readalikes. (Children's Graphic Novel Grades 3-5)

Big Nate: Code Red!: Volume 34

Peirce, Lincoln

Paper Book

Mischievous, imaginative sixth-grader Nate Wright is a favorite of middle grade readers everywhere. Thanks to his hilarious schemes, grand ideas, and unusual approach to friendship, there's never a dull moment with Big Nate! Sixth-grade phenom Nate Wright is a force,...

New Big Nate! (Children's Graphic Novel Grades 3-5)

Kpop Demon Hunters: The Movie in Comics: The Official Retelling in Comic Form

Random House

This official graphic novel adaptation of Netflix's viral sensation KPop Demon Hunters retells the hit film through a series of comics, complete with full-color scenes and dialogue from the movie! When K-pop superstars Rumi, Mira, and Zoey aren't selling out stadiums, they...

And the graphic novel adaptation for older readers is here! (Children's Graphic Novel Grades 3-5)

Phoenix

Bradley, Kimberly Brubaker

Paper Book

Growing up is a bumpy ride. The first book in a fresh, uplifting series about a young girl learning to find joy again through the love of an unexpected horse--from the #1 New York Times bestselling author of The War That Saved My Life and Fighting Words....

A girl and a horse rescue each other in this novel from the award-winning author of OBOB favorite The War That Saved My Life. (Young Teen Fiction Grades 5-7)

Special

Goodfellow, Nancy F.

Told from the perspectives of two friends-one with a disability and one without-Special is Wonder for Down syndrome. Madison has always helped and protected Meg. Why wouldn't she? They're "M&M"-best friends and always together. Meg's Down syndrome never mattered. ...

Two friends, one with Down Syndrome and one without, navigate the changing social dynamics of middle school. (Young Teen Fiction Grades 5-7)

When Tomorrow Burns

Keller, Tae

Paper Book

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER * Three middle school students embark on a quest to find a book that may just save their lives in this spectacular novel about fate and friendship--from the Newbery Medal-winning author of When You Trap a Tiger. "Another unforgettable...

A new Tae Keller! (Young Teen Fiction Grades 5-7)

Magnitude

Nielsen, Jennifer A.

Paper Book

From the #1 New York Times bestselling author of Iceberg and The Free State of Jax comes the harrowing story of the fight for survival during the Great San Francisco Earthquake of 1906 and the desperate race to find survivors. San Francisco, 1906. When...

A new book in this unnamed series from Nielsen, perfect for fans of I Survived looking for longer, more complex stories. (Young Teen Fiction Grades 5-7)

Devious Prey

Reintgen, Scott

Paper Book

For the first printing only! This hardcover features sprayed edges while the special edition supply lasts. A young woman must survive the deadly mythical creature she smuggled aboard an airship after a crash landing on a deserted island frees it to begin hunting the survivors in this...

A new book from the author of last year's breakout hit, The Last Dragon on Mars. (Young Teen Fiction Grades 5-7)

The Hybrid Prince (Wings of Fire, Book 16)

Sutherland, Tui T

Paper Book

The #1 New York Times bestselling series is back with a brand new tale! Discover what happens next in this thrilling addition to the Wings of Fire saga. Umber was never supposed to be a hero . . . . As the youngest sibling of his MudWing hatching, Umber doesn't have...

THIS IS NOT A DRILL!! New Wings of Fire, place those holds now! (Young Teen Fiction Grades 5-7)

I Witnessed: The Great Train Robbery of 1963: A Graphic Novel

Debbink, Andrea

Aspiring investigative reporter Marilyn witnesses one of the greatest money heists in history...but will she be able to collect enough evidence for anyone to believe what she saw For fans of I Survived and Nathan Hale's Hazardous Tales but with a true crime twist, read about the...

New I Witnessed graphic novel, perfect for middle schoolers who love I Survived and true crime stories. (Young Teen Graphic Novel Grades 5-7)

Inbetweens

Hicks, Faith Erin

Four starred reviews! A new tween graphic novel by bestselling author Faith Erin Hicks. Perfect for fans of Sweet Valley Twins and Ride On! Twin sisters Ash and Sloane are headed to animation camp--where their courage, drive, and sisterly...

A new graphic novel about middle school friendships from the one and only Faith Erin Hicks. (Young Teen Graphic Novel Grades 5-7)

When Twilight Comes: The Animals and Plants That Bring Dawn and Dusk to Life

Atkins, Marcie Flinchum

Paper Book

Turn the pages of this luminous picture book to take a walk through the special moments between day and night, and discover a world full of secrets and surprises that unfold only in the twilight. When twilight comes, nature transitions: from night to day at dawn...

A nonfiction ode to the liminal space between night and day. (Children's Nonfiction Age 4-8)

Bing's Cherries

Blackburne, Livia

Paper Book

A modern American tall tale woven by a girl and her father about Ah Bing, the Chinese immigrant behind the Pacific Northwest's most delicious cherries. You've heard of a Bing cherry, but did you know the story of the Chinese American immigrant for whom the dark, luscious cherry...

An American tall tale from right here in Clackamas County: the story of Ah Bing, who developed the Bing cherry just up the road in Milwaukie. (Children's Nonfiction Age 4-8)

Butt or Face? Volume 4: Ador-A-Butts!

Lavelle, Kari

Paper Book

Are you ready for round four of the hilarious guessing game picture book? Discover fascinating facts about adorable animals while guessing if you're looking at a butt or a face! Butt or Face? Volume 4: Adora-Butts continues the entertaining challenge with a new set of (cute!) animals from...

New Butt or Face!! (Children's Nonfiction Age 4-8)

Honor Flight: Celebrating America's Veterans

Gottesfeld, Jeff

Paper Book

"A solemn and respectful reminder to younger readers of what was paid and what is owed." --School Library Journal (starred review) The team behind Twenty-One Steps: Guarding the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier join forces to create a touching companion...

A picture book honoring a Veterans' Day tradition. (Children's Nonfiction Age 4-8)

How a Bear Became a Book: The Collaboration That Created Winnie-The-Pooh

Pimentel, Annette Bay

Paper Book

*FOUR STARRED REVIEWS* Celebrate the 100th anniversary of Winnie-the-Pooh with this gorgeous picture book about the creation of the World's Most Famous Bear! In 1926, the very first Winnie-the-Pooh book was published. One hundred years later, generations of kids...

An innovative and insightful exploration of the origins of an iconic character. (Children's Nonfiction Age 4-8)

When Paul Revere Rode: Voices from the First Night of the American Revolution

Thomson, Sarah L

Paper Book

Poems, prose, and dramatic art show how ordinary people, as well as famous ones, played vital roles during the night of Paul Revere's ride and the beginning of the American Revolution, in this picture book for ages 7-10. Here is the thrilling account of Paul Revere's midnight...

An exploration of an iconic moment in American history, just in time for the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence this summer. (Children's Nonfiction Age 4-8)

How to Say You're Sorry

Calmenson, Stephanie

Paper Book

What do you do when something you've done really, really upsets someone? With gentle warmth and humor, this picture book companion to How to Cheer Up a Friend shows how Elephant learns to say "I'm sorry." When Elephant mistakenly does something that upsets his friend, he's...

A sweet guide to making amends--although we're also big fans of I'm Sorry You Got Mad. (Parenting Book Age 4-8)

It Takes a Family to Serve: A Tribute to Military Families

Wheeler, Lisa

Paper Book

Celebrate military families and all they do when their loved ones are away on duty in this lyrical and timeless tale. Whether in the Navy, Air Force, Coast Guard, Army or Marines, the brave people serving the country also have family serving in important ways back home. With...

A tribute to the sacrifices made by military families. (Parenting Book Age 4-8)

There's a bunny in your book

Fletcher, Tom

Uh oh! There's a hungry bunny in your book! Help her find a snack in this interactive Easter adventure from the bestselling author of There's a Monster in Your Book that's perfect for little ones learning to share. BOUNCE! BOUNCE! BOUNCE! Who's that...

A fun, interactive story about the Easter Bunny and the importance of sharing. (Children's Holiday Book)

A Golden Eid: Festivals of the World: (A Vibrant Celebration of Muslim Traditions, Family, and Ramadan for Kids Ages 4-8)

Khan, Hiba Noor

Paper Book

"An exceptional, heartfelt Eid story that gently impresses upon readers that community is about both giving and receiving." --School Library Journal (starred review) Get ready to celebrate Eid al-Fitr, commemorating the end of Ramadan, with Hafsa and her family.

A story that celebrates community and the joy that comes from sharing during the Eid feast at the end of Ramadan. (Children's Holiday Book)

Upside-Down Iftar

Odeh, Maysa

Paper Book

Come celebrate Ramadan with Malak and her family in this delicious picture book! ★"A reflection of love and compromise."--School Library Journal Malak can't wait to help her grandmother make iftar for their family. But when they decide to make...

Malak can't wait to make a special meal with her grandmother to celebrate Ramadan, and everyone has their own special ingredient to add! (Children's Holiday Book)

The hoppity wheels on the bus

Mills, J. Elizabeth

Paper Book

It's spring! Celebrate and sing along with this cheerful and hoppity follow-up to the bestselling The Spooky Wheels on the Bus and The Merry Wheels on the Bus. One hoppity bus goes SPLISH and SPLASH, SPLISH and SPLASH, SPLISH and SPLASH. ...

Read, count, and sing along with this fun Easter-themed version of the familiar Wheels on the Bus song. (Children's Holiday Book)

With you in spirit

Liao, Jenny

Paper Book

A little girl and her family come together to honor her late grandfather on Qing Ming or Tomb-Sweeping Day in this heartwarming story about celebrating ancestors. Join a young girl and her family as they prepare for Qing Ming: cooking favorite dishes and gathering everything they...

Qing Ming is a day to honor one's ancestors with family, food, and traditions. In this story, a girl prepares for this special day to remember her grandfather. (Children's Holiday Book)

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