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New Kids' Books September 2026 |
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Ghost in the Night
by Tiffany D. Jackson
An instant New York Times bestseller From mega-bestselling author Tiffany D. Jackson comes this highly anticipated follow-up to her Edgar Award-winning, instant middle-grade bestseller Blood in the Water.Ghost in the Night is another spine-tingling, can't-put-it-down murder mystery, this time set in America's Most Haunted City.*This stunning edition features sprayed edges. While supplies last *Savannah, Georgia, with its mossy trees and ornate old homes, is a place rich in history...and ghosts. Ghosts are what pique Harmony Roundtree's interest. Still reeling from her losses back home, Harmony wants to believe in ghost stories...but isn't sure what's real. When she goes on one of the many ghost tours around town, she takes a photo of what might be a ghost. Or is it a hoax?With two new friends, Harmony sets out to investigate... and stumbles upon clues leading to an unsolved murder. The deeper she digs, the more Harmony realizes that what she saw on the ghost tour might be connected to a shocking crime. But making connections can be dangerous--even more dangerous than ghosts.New York Times bestselling author Tiffany D. Jackson delivers another action-packed mystery full of surprises and secrets that will give readers goosebumps.
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Shook
by Julian Randall
A gift --#1 New York Times-bestselling author Jason Reynolds Shake's dream of making the varsity basketball team is in peril when he gets injured. Can he rebound and make his way back onto the court--and back to feeling like himself? For fans of Kwame Alexander and Jason Reynolds. Beautifully designed with illustrations.Masterful. --Newbery Honoree Jasmine WargaMalik Page--though unless you're his mama, call him Shake--dreams of making the Marshall Grove varsity basketball squad as an eighth grader. Then he'll be on his way to joining the ranks of Chicago legends like his pops and late Uncle Kenny. But when Shake fractures his ankle in a championship game, he's sidelined for the first time since his first dribble. As his world is turned upside down, Shake feels like there's ginger ale bubbling in his chest and sweat slicking on his palms. With a best friend who's getting more distant by the day, a growing silence between him and his dad, and varsity tryouts fast approaching, Shake will have to cross up every obstacle to find a way back onto the court--and back to being himself. Thankfully in Marshall Grove, the sky is always full of hope. Perfect for readers who love: Sports Stories (though non-sports fans, you'll love this one too ) Short, Quick Reads Hopeful Depictions of Anxiety and Mental Health A Main Character Who Exudes Swagger Humor and Heart A Read Across America selection Readers, make permanent room on your shelves--and in your hearts-- for this witty and poignant novel. --National Book Award winner Elizabeth AcevedoStunning. This book is powerful. --Newbery Medalist Tae Keller Witty, electric and profound. --National Book Award Finalist Amber McBride
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Rowley Jefferson's Awesome Friendly Spooky Stories 2: From the Creator of Diary of a Wimpy Kid
by Jeff Kinney
Rowley Jefferson is back with another book in his Awesome Friendly series--Rowley Jefferson's Awesome Friendly Spooky Stories 2--which is even more hilariously terrifying than the first Fans of Greg Heffley and the Diary of a Wimpy Kid series by Jeff Kinney get a chance to dive into the twisted, unexpectedly hilarious world of Rowley's imagination.In this second tome of Rowley Jefferson's Awesome Friendly Spooky Stories, you'll encounter monstrous insects, the Grim Reaper as a boy, and a lost pinkie that's searching for its owner. But reader beware--while these stories are sidesplittingly funny, they'll still give you a delightful fright See the Wimpy Kid World in a whole new way with the #1 bestselling Awesome Friendly books, told from the perspective of Greg Heffley's best friend Rowley Jefferson: Diary of an Awesome Friendly Kid: Rowley Jefferson's Journal Rowley Jefferson's Awesome Friendly Adventure Rowley Jefferson's Awesome Friendly Spooky Stories Rowley Jefferson's Awesome Friendly Spooky Stories 2
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Butt or Face? Volume 5: Rainbow Butts
by Kari Lavelle
A NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLING SERIES Are you ready for round five of the hilarious guessing game picture book? Discover fascinating facts about colorful animals while guessing if you're looking at a butt or a face Butt or Face? Volume 5: Rainbow Butts continues the entertaining challenge with a new set of stunning animals from all over the world. Examine a close-up photo of a creature and then guess whether you're looking at the top or the...um...bottom. The answer is revealed on the next page with a photo of the complete animal.Readers will discover animals like the tomato frog, rainbow scarab beetle, warty comb jelly, and purple sea urchin Fun animal facts and information about camouflage and other sneaky animal tricks are included.
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Midsummer Sisters (a Graphic Novel)
by Niki Smith
An instant Indie bestseller Midsummer Sisters is a contemporary graphic novel about two sisters who find themselves watching over a wild foal during a summer of change. A stunning story about the power of sisterhood.Kenzie and Quinn aren't just stepsisters -- they're best friends. They're spending the summer with their grandmother, kayaking in the marshy coastal islands she calls home. The Outer Banks are also home to a herd of wild ponies, and the girls fall in love with a fragile newborn foal that they name Starling.But even blue skies and sandy beaches can't distract from what's going on back home. Things between their parents aren't the way they used to be, and the constant fights have left Kenzie and Quinn anxious and confused. They can't remember a time when they weren't a family. If their parents divorce and Quinn and her mom move away, will they even still be sisters . . . or will they be nothing?As their world shifts around them, the girls swear to do the one thing they can: keep Starling safe.Award-winning cartoonist Niki Smith delivers a stunning story set during a summer of change. Filled with gorgeous and expressive illustrations, Midsummer Sisters is a celebration of the beauty of wild horses, as powerful as the unbreakable bond between sisters.
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The Forgotten War: A World War II Battle on American Soil
by Candace Fleming
From highly acclaimed, award-winning author Candace Fleming comes a thrilling, evocative, and shockingly personal examination of a forgotten corner of World War II history: the invasion and occupation of Alaska's Attu Island by Imperial Japanese Armed Forces and the ensuing battle to reclaim it.Charlie Groth has just been drafted into the US Army's 7th Infantry as a litter bearer in October 1942 when he boards a ship bound for remote parts of Alaska. Japanese forces have invaded mere months after their deadly attack on Pearl Harbor and are occupying two of the Aleutian islands. Yet Charlie and his fellow soldiers have been assured it's bound to be an easy fight and a quick victory. The boys will be home with their families for the holidays.It will be three years before Charlie sees his family again.Paul Nobuo Tatsuguchi is a physician in the Imperial Japanese Armed Forces with a penchant for journaling, a way to distract himself from how much he misses his wife and young daughters. As Charlie and his troops make their way to Attu Island, Paul and his troops construct foxholes, field hospitals, and trenches in preparation for the vicious battle to come.When the two armies meet amid the fog and freezing rain, neither side is ready for the desperate fight that will become the second bloodiest battle in the Pacific after Iwo Jima. And neither is prepared for the price that patriotism and loyalty will demand.Following two parallel stories from opposite sides of the conflict and capturing the war through first-person accounts and archival photographs, acclaimed author Candace Fleming brings this history to life with a thrilling, movingly personal, and fast-paced examination of the little-known World War II campaign that unfolded on American soil and wound up playing an essential role in the ultimate defeat of the Japanese Admiralty in the Pacific.Scholastic Focus is the premier home of thoroughly researched, beautifully written, and thoughtfully designed works of narrative nonfiction aimed at middle-grade and young adult readers. These books help readers learn about the world in which they live and develop their critical thinking skills, so that they may become dynamic citizens who are able to analyze and understand our past, participate in essential discussions about our present, and work to grow and build our future.
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Bruce Wayne: Not Super
by Stuart Gibbs
Bruce Wayne, the only kid in school without super powers, gets called to the principal because his career choice of vigilantism is deemed too ambitious, and he becomes even more determined to prove he belongs.--
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New Picture Books & Early Readers
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Visit to the Doctor (Library Edition)
by Derek Shun
Mission Milestone picture books help kids face first experiences with confidence by turning everyday milestones into fun, rewarding adventures. Children will boldly grow alongside Ollie the panda and his alien friend Sid, who lead the way and earn Star Scout badges for every accomplishment. In this mission, Ollie and Sid visit the doctor for a checkup Ollie and Sid are ready for their first visit with a new doctor--a mission that helps them learn how to care for their bodies and minds. With courage, curiosity, teamwork, and friendship, they discover that a checkup isn't scary--it's an adventure in staying strong and healthy. Packed with adorable illustrations, Visit to the Doctor is the perfect confidence-building picture book for ages three to seven. Ideal for read-aloud story time, preschool and kindergarten classrooms, or preparing kids at home for their own doctor's visits. Join Ollie and Sid on more Star Scout missions to help kids navigate early life experiences--because every new milestone is an adventure waiting to happen.
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I Built a Rocket Ship
by Anna Lazowski
A grieving child builds a rocket ship as a way to process feelings. For fans of Oliver Jeffers's The Heart and the Bottle. A young child addresses a loved one who is no longer there, while narrating the process of building a rocket ship in the backyard. Dad is nearby, as the child explains their progress and decisions about what to pack as they build. Musing that something is still missing, the child remembers past building projects, stargazing and a warm and loving relationship with the person they've lost. Now, this person feels as far away as the stars - which is where the rocket is aimed. Anna Lazowski's powerful and profound story is an emotionally sensitive, child-centered exploration of death and grief. Beautifully told in an understated but immediate narrative voice, and with a soothing refrain of I built a rocket ship out in the backyard, it's ultimately a comforting story for children about finding their own way to honor someone they've lost. It also serves as a reminder to adults that children grieve in unexpected ways. Who has died is left open to interpretation, making the book relatable to different readers and situations. Jennica Lounsbury's soft-focus illustrations in muted pastels keep the mood gentle and tender. This picture book has excellent connections to social-emotional learning. It's sure to touch the heart of anyone who's ever lost a loved one, even as it celebrates the memories they hold dear.
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This Book Is Seriously Silly! (a Narwhal and Jelly Picture Book #2)
by Ben Clanton
No smiling or laughing allowed. Don't even think about it. Jelly means business in this seriously silly interactive picture book follow-up to the bestselling This Book is Dangerous , a spin-off of the beloved Narwhal and Jelly series. Who messed with the title of this book? Was it YOU? Hold in those smiles and giggles and don't you dare make a silly face or sound -- Jelly is a SERIOUS jellyfish, and this is a SERIOUS book. Jelly has serious plans for this book and doesn't need any smiling, laughing, funny faces OR noises to derail it. And even if you do silly stuff Jelly will still be serious . . . even if he had a fuzzy pink mustache, or a name like Jellysquish, or wore silly striped socks with silly faces that made silly sounds. Hey, don't let that give you any ideas
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A Very Good Parade: A Picture Book
by Eleanor Davis
From award-winning cartoonist Eleanor Davis, this hilarious and heartwarming picture book celebrates kindness, community, imagination, and outdoor play--perfect for fans of The World Belonged to Us and Everybody in the Red Brick Building 3 starred reviews This is a very good read-aloud and a wonderful book to linger over. (School Library Journal starred review) It's time for a parade Why? Because Gabby said so Gabby and her grandma set out through the streets of their neighborhood, and Gabby invites everyone (well, everyone who is nice) to join her. There's a lot of talent in Gabby's parade: Fatima can double hula-hoop, Rashad can walk like a crab, and Anthony has very, very good boots. Gabby is bossy, but she's also kind, and the resulting parade is silly, noisy, righteous, and just plain fun. Full of humor and heart, A Very Good Parade is a scrappy celebration of empowerment, kids, and community.
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Sonic the Hedgehog: The Race Is on
by Jake Black
A leveled reader perfect for Sonic superfans Can Sonic convince Shadow to help him free his friends from the horrible Dr. Eggman? This level 4 reader is perfect for kids looking for more adventures of Sonic, Tails, and the rest of their friends in Green Hill Zone Reader Level 4: Level 4 is for Fluent Readers who are comfortable with advanced vocabulary. These books offer detailed and descriptive text, complex sentence structure, in-depth plotlines and characters, and are available in a full range of genres.
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DK Super Readers Level 2 Lego Ninjago Dragons Rising Battle Ready!
by DK
Boost your reading skills as you uncover Ninja battle secrets in this fun-filled Level 2 reader, carefully leveled to help children learn to read. Meet the Ninja's allies and enemies. Discover the vehicles, mechs, and weapons that help the brave Ninja beat their most fearsome foes. Learn about their winning moves, Spinjitzu skills, and awesome dragon power. Villains beware--the Ninja are ready for battle The engaging text has been carefully leveled using the Lexile reading scheme so that children are set up to succeed. Colorful LEGO NINJAGO images, clear vocabulary, and a fun quiz will help young readers build their reading ability and confidence. The DK Super Readers series can help your child practice reading by: Covering engaging, motivating, curriculum-aligned topics.Building knowledge while progressing Grade 2 and 3 reading skills.Developing subject vocabulary on popular topics, including a variety of LEGO titles.Boosting understanding and retention through comprehension quizzes.Each title, which has been leveled using MetaMetrics(R) The Lexile Framework for Reading, integrates science, geography, history, nature, and popular fiction topics, so there's something for all children's interests. DK Super Readers Level 2 titles are visually engaging and expand subject knowledge and vocabulary, perfect for helping children aged 7 to 9 (Grades 2 and 3) begin to read independently.
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Screen Time!
by Georgie Birkett
Can there be any substitute after a little badger discovers the allure of screens? Don't discount the surprising power of creativity, community, and the great outdoors. Gone are the days when Doris was content to build towers of cups and knock them down, listen to Daddy read stories, or use her imagination to put on dance performances and whip up pretend spaghetti. Now she's found something she likes more than anything: screens! Whether on a phone, tablet, or television, Doris can't get enough of her favorite show, Bertie Banana. She watches it over and over, cuddles its toys, sings its special song, and begs for it everywhere she goes. Her parents would be happy never to hear that song again! So one weekend Daddy takes Doris by the hand and heads for the Cheery Woods (everyone is there!), letting the magic of the natural world take its course. Who knew this little screen-lover would become such a fan of real-life adventure? From the creator of Carry Me! comes an all-too-relatable picture book that will have both children and parents tuning in with rapt attention.
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Byron Public Library District
100 S. Washington St.
Byron, Illinois 61010
(815) 234-5107byronlibrary.org |
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