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Books for Kids and Tweens April 2025 |
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Clemmons Library 4915 Lansing Dr.
Winston Salem, NC 27105 Do you play the Pokémon battle game, or would you like to learn how? Do you want to meet with other Pokémon lovers? Love trading your Pokémon cards? Join our Pokémon club! Beginners are welcome. For children and teens of all ages. |
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Blizzard Rescue
by Rekha S. Rajan
The Story: In this Disaster Squad adventure, the Jacksons are called to Minnesota, where a blizzard is sweeping through the area. Snow-filled skies, icy roads, chilly temperatures... There are people and animals in danger! Will the Disaster Squad be able to brave the cold and lend a helping hand? (Ages 6-8)
The Praise: "Siblings Jaden and Leela travel with their parents in an RV through several natural disasters...grayscale illustrations break up the text well, show the many action scenes, and highlight the diversity of the characters. VERDICT: A good edtion about natural disasters." -- School Library Journal
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The Curse of Madame Petrova
by Marjolijn Hof
The Tale: Twins Silke and Janis's parents have died, and their devious cousins have brought them together to carry out a terrible prophecy so they can inherit the family home. But the twins are determined not to let that happen. Fakng their own death, they flee into the forest wilderness, meeting a mysterious medium, Madame Petrova" (Ages 10-14)
The Critics: "Hof entices us with the winsomeness of folklore and offers canny humor and a valiant, persistent love that emerges from loneliness and neglect." – Horn Book
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Fairytale Puppy Picnic
by Mitali Banerjee Ruths
The Story: When the weather threatens the puppy picnic she's planning for her friend Dola and her adorable puppy Prince, Priya comes up with a creative solution to make the party pup-tastic! (Ages 5-7)
The Praise: “Priya’s infectious enthusiasm shines through the diary format . . . This series opener gets an enjoyable party started for beginning readers.” ― Booklist
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Zombie Season
by Justin Weinberger
In Print: Every summer, zombie season arrives, but this year's zombie season is very, very different, and time is running out for Joule, Regina and Oliver to stop it.
Online: The next innovation in the book and gaming space is here: Zombie Season! Read the book. Play the game. Fight the undead.
(Ages 8-12)
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Spellbound Solstice
by Alexandria Rogers
The Story: Every winter solstice, when people lock eyes in the Ambrose Ensorcelled Cottage, they fall in love. This year, Alice Ambrose has secretly invited her dad in hopes that her parents will realize they’re happier together. But when Alice's parents lock eyes nothing happens. Turns out, the women in her family are cursed to never fall in love.In this spellbinding wintery tale, young enchanters team up to break a centuries-old family curse and accidentally put their entire town at risk.
(Ages 8-12)
Critics Say: This charming, whimsical read will engulf readers in their own spell of wondering at what cost will love prevail."―School Library Journal, starred review
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The Notorious Scarlett and Browne
by Jonathan Stroud
The Situation: When their notoriety spreads a bit too far, Albert, who can read minds, and Scarlett, who has a way with weapons, must save their friends who are being held hostage by their enemies, a situation that forces them to pull off an impossible mission to win their freedom. (Ages 10-12)
The Praise: "There’s no chance for anyone to chill in this well-crafted, action-packed sequel." —Kirkus Reviews
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The Last Ice Phoenix
by Megan Reyes
The Story: Realizing their destinies as saviors, Blue, River, Shenli, and Wren grapple with their roles and expectations, and as they embark on separate quests amidst looming war, they navigate individual challenges, choices, and revelations in their quest to decipher the Fates' plan for them. (Ages 8-12)
Critics Say: "There’s no chance for anyone to chill in this well-crafted, action-packed sequel." —Kirkus Reviews
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The Color of Sound
by Emily Barth Isler
The Situation: Musical prodigy Rosie stops playing the violin, upsetting her ambitious mother but making room in her life for new experiences, including a glitch in space-time that lets her meet her mom as a twelve-year-old. (Ages 11-14)
The Reception: "Isler crafts an exceptionally honest portrayal of complicated mother-daughter dynamics, and a protagonist whose independence and kindness is a stunning solo. . . a perfect book club pick and a reminder to all that patience and understanding can change lives."―School Library Journal
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Contact your librarian for more great books!
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Forsyth County Public Library
660 W. Fifth St., Winston-Salem, NC 27101
336-703-2665forsythlibrary.org |
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