New & Noteworthy Kids’ Books

This nonfiction Little Golden Book is a beautifully illustrated reminder to be proud of who you are. Each page of this introduction to the history of Pride and the rainbow flag features scenes of diverse people, couples, and families celebrating one another.

Why is Mum so great? Is it because she has the best dance moves, or because she always knows what to say to make things better, or because she makes the best granny? This book is the perfect gift to show your mum how much you care.

Go through the school day with Llama Llama as he recalls all the things he learns, but most importantly, all the things he loves about his teacher! With lush art and heartfelt words, Llama Llama Loves His Teacher is a valuable addition to any elementary school teacher’s classroom library. Perfect for National Teacher Day, Teacher Appreciation Week, Back to School, or any time of year!

It’s time for bed, but Claire can’t fall asleep. There’s a storm outside, and the thunder is so loud and scary! Good thing her parents are there to help. They tell Claire there’s no reason to be afraid. After all, there are plenty of things that are scarier than thunder … like a scorpion named Finn who plays the violin! And a snake with big fangs and uneven bangs! The hilarious list gets more and more outsized, building on itself in the most outrageous way possible, until Claire is giggling herself right to sleep. For fans of I’m Not Scared, You’re Scared, comes a hilarious picture book about using humor to combat fear, from actor and director Ben Falcone.

A tale told in three parts by three friends! Powerhouse creators, Ben Clanton, Corey R. Tabor, and Andy Chou Musser, have come together to create a wholly inventive picture book that is perfect for fans of The Very Hungry Caterpillar. Papilio is an expressive character who exudes all of the emotions that accompany life’s big firsts and the experiences that help us to discover our inner strength.

From the New York Times bestselling author of The Rabbit Listened, an unforgettable story of being brave and jumping into new experiences.

Caldecott Honor winner Micha Archer’s spectacular collages showcase the wind’s ever-changing, blustery nature throughout the seasons. Wind Watchers is sure to engage readers as it brings to vivid life the excitement of our windy weather.

Meet the axolotl in this clever, funny, and informative nonfiction picture book. Chock-full of amazing, kid-friendly facts and inviting artwork from the #1 New York Times bestselling, Caldecott Honoree illustrator of Blackout, the Meet the Wild Things series introduces young readers to endangered animals from across the globe, told from the points of view of the animals themselves.

A vibrantly illustrated children’s book about an Indigenous girl who discovers the miracles that blossom each spring and learns how Creator’s gift of courage can transform the way we see the world and ourselves.

A whimsical picture book that follows strict Miss Prim as she learns how nature’s wild ways can heal both her yard and her heart — and teaches children how to watch the wild grow in their backyards.

The fan-favorite pint-sized unicorn makes a wish to be big in this modern fairy tale from the Caldecott-Honor winning creator of Have You Ever Seen a Flower?. With characters that will crack you up and illustrations to brighten any day, here is a perfect picture book to share at storytime, again and again.

From a Newbery Medal-winning author and a bestselling illustrator, the powerhouse duo behind the #1 New York Times bestseller Love, comes a deeply moving ode to the places we feel safe, loved, and true to ourselves — wherever they might be.

New York Times bestselling author and illustrator Adam Rex has created a funny and timely conversation starter about how dull life might be if everyone always agreed.

From the Grammy-nominated and multiplatinum singer-songwriter and New York Times bestselling author Tori Amos comes Tori and the Muses, a thoughtful and sprightly tale of young Tori navigating the magical world of inspiration in all its forms.

Life is a collection of big and little moments, and all are celebrated in this vibrant, moving keepsake — a perfect gift for graduations or other notable events.

This is a kids’ book about neurodiversity. Everything we do is because of how our brains work, and everyone’s brain is different. Seriously! But our world doesn’t always operate in a way that is accepting of each brain type. This book helps kids ages 5 – 9 understand the importance of celebrating the unique ways in which our brains help us learn, feel, and experience life. Neurodiversity makes our world beautiful and is worthy of celebrating!

Max Meow — the superhero with cat-itude and his best friend, Mindy (aka Science Kitty!) are back in the sixth volume of this action packed, laugh-out-loud funny graphic novel series that Kirkus Reviews called “catnip for fans of Dav Pilkey’s Dog Man.”

When fifth grader Penny Lowry’s school announces an upcoming charity pickleball tournament, she doesn’t know what to think. She doesn’t want to feel left out, but what if it turns out she’s terrible at pickleball? What if she lets her teammates down? The fifth book in the humorous, heartfelt, highly illustrated series about a girl who doodles to cope with her anxiety, from #1 New York Times bestselling author Sara Shepard.

A contemporary classic, Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls reinvents fairy tales, inspiring girls with the extraordinary true stories of 100+ heroic women. Readers will marvel at the accomplishments of well-known women like Cleopatra, Amelia Earhart, Rosa Parks, Ruth Bader Ginsburg, and Frida Kahlo, and they’ll discover the powerful stories of Colombian spy Policarpa Salavarrieta, Afghani rapper Sonita Alizadeh, Sierra-Leonean ballerina Michaela dePrince, Mexican doctor Matilde Montoya, and American surgeon Mary Edwards Walker. Each story in this highly giftable collection is written in the signature Rebel Girls style of storytelling: A biographical, real-world fairy tale, where women are the heroes of their own stories.

Would You Rather? Bible Questions invites kids ages 8 to 12 to discover or revisit familiar illustrations of God’s true love through vibrant examples found in the Bible. Would you rather soar on eagles’ wings or walk through the parted Red Sea? Would you rather see a donkey talk or an invisible hand write on the wall? There’s a question for every Christian kid to explore their faith with more than 170 fun, humorous, and surprising scenarios from the Bible.

New York Times bestselling author Natalie D. Richards’s middle grade debut about a group of four classmates forced to navigate the wilderness for an extra credit project with nothing but the pages of a survival handbook — and each other — to save them.

What would happen if Sleeping Beauty had to eat a poisoned apple, and Snow White faced off against a dragon? Fairy tales meet Freaky Friday in this series, where there’s a magical mix-up for every princess!

Welcome to Hillside Valley! Twelve-year-old New York City kid Santi is heading upstate, in the debut of this irresistible contemporary graphic novel series about friends, family, community, and identity — just right for fans of Mexikid and the Click series!

Myths! Lies! Recycling scams? Discover the real story behind the first Earth Day celebration and some of the biggest U.S. climate catastrophes — and their solutions! Don’t miss the award-winning History Smashers series as they get to the truth on the biggest environmental fibs!

A guide to tackling the climate crisis from a prominent activist working on the front lines! Mikaela Loach’s approach is one of HOPE and big-hearted optimism, inspiring kids and making them feel truly empowered to change the world.

Being a ranger means adventure, action, and protecting the weak. But who protects the ranger when they lose their way? From the bestselling author of The Moth Keeper and the Tea Dragon Society comes a must read middle grade graphic novel for fans of soft sweeping fantasy romances.

The vampire queen must break her curse in this YA romantasy inspired by Filipino folklore, a sequel to The Encanto’s Daughter by #1 New York Times bestselling author Melissa de la Cruz!

Saved! meets Casey McQuiston in this wry, heartfelt tale of a teen who’s taking her church camp by storm — one deadly sin at a time. If she can show the other campers that sometimes being a little bad is for the greater good, she could start a righteous revolution! What could possibly go wrong? Aside from falling for the pastor’s daughter …

From the New York Times bestselling author of Dark and Shallow Lies comes a new southern gothic supernatural thriller about a teen girl in a small Ozark town who can hear the bones of the dead.

The powerful story of a girl struggling to figure out her estranged brother, a new love, and her own life just as wildfires beset her small California town — perfect for fans of Nina LaCour and Kathleen Glasgow.

From the New York Times bestselling author of Dear Martin comes the thrilling final installment of the series, set in college. Jared (white, Justyce’s roommate, woke) is running for Junior class president. With his antiracism platform, he’s a shoo-in. But he’s up against the new girl, Dylan. Will Jared have to choose between his head and his heart?

In a world at war with demons, one girl will face the ultimate test when she is forced to enter into an ancient, deadly competition for the chance to save her mother’s soul … before she loses her forever. From the New York Times bestselling author of Song of Silver, Flame Like Night comes the beginning of a dark and opulent fantasy duology, perfect for fans of Throne of Glass.

A whirlwind romance inspired by Ferris Bueller’s Day Off about four friends whose hearts are broken and mended over the course of an epic senior skip day — from the bestselling author of The Summer of Broken Rules!