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Books for Kids and Tweens June 2026 |
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| Wombat Waiting by Katherine ApplegateCaught on the sidelines of a deadly California wildfire, stray pup Wombat and dog-shy human kid Henry each cope with disaster in their own way. Find out what happens when their paths cross in this gripping and heartwarming tale written in an easy-to-read, poem-like style. (Ages 8-12.)
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| Roar by Varsha BajajWhile visiting a Bengal tiger sanctuary in India, Texas fifth-grader Rohan develops a special interest in tiger Arya and her twin cubs. But with the sanctuary under threat, Rohan must rally the community to save it. Narrated by both boy and tiger, this suspenseful story will grab readers who are passionate about wildlife protection. (Ages 8-12.) |
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The Last Immortals: Dawn of the Axolotl
by Kit Brooks
Abandoned at birth, Ace the axolotl struggles to survive both human and animal predators in his quest to save himself--and his entire species--in this epic middle grade fantasy for fans of Warrior Cats, with 24 black-and-white illustrations throughout. There's danger lurking in the depths of the lake. Ace learns this early--when his twin brother cruelly devours his tail and leaves him for dead. Separated from his family, Ace is cast into a perilous waterway. He is wary of trusting others, but his survival will depend on it as he navigates treacherous algae blooms and hunts for food while he waits for his tail to regenerate. And when he stumbles upon a glowing green axolotl named Ariel, he learns that, with training, axolotls can develop an incredible power: immortality. With high rewards come unspeakable risks, and Ace has been hurt before. But the potential to cheat death might be too hard to resist. This action-packed adventure explores the strength that develops through adversity as Ace confronts bullying, betrayal, poisoned waters, and vicious predators, all while forming lasting bonds with the courageous axolotls he meets along the way.Don't miss all the adventures in The Last Immortals Dawn of the Axolotl (#1)Rise of the Rebels (#2)A Poison Descends (#3)
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| The Mystery of the Stolen World Cup Trophy by Angela CervantesTwelve-year-old Diez Espada loves soccer -- he was even named after Lionel Messi's jersey number. But he also adores mysteries, which is why he's eager to team up with classmate Rio and the famous Detective Enzo to recover the stolen FIFA World Cup Trophy. This fast-paced sleuth story is a perfect pick for sports fans. (Ages 8-12.)
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Griffin Speaker
by Jan M. Flynn
As an orphan on the lowest rung of society, twelve-year-old Rain is destined for a future of hard labor--until she meets a wild griffin and bonds with him. An old law says that bond entitles Rain to an education at the elite Griffin Riders Academy instead of a life in the mines. But Rain's Rise threatens to topple Griffin Land's fragile hierarchy, and those at the top are determined to see her fail. So they task Rain with proving herself: Armed with just her wit and accompanied by her best friend and an unlikely ally, Rain must scale the highest peak in Griffin Land and defeat the monster at its summit. Rain's success could change the world. But with an impossible quest ahead, will she and her griffin even survive? Filled with awe-inspiring black-and-white illustrations, Griffin Speaker is both a delightful friendship-adventure story and a hopeful tale of resistance in an unequal world.
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The Strange Disappearance of Imogen Good
by Kirsty Applebaum
What if you disappeared and no one remembered who you were?A forbidden garden. A missing girl. And the ancient legend that links them . . . Fran doesn't want to stay with her aunt and uncle and her snooty cousin, Imogen. But when she arrives at their home on the grounds of Stillness Hall, Imogen isn't there. Her aunt and uncle say they've never heard of Imogen--or even had a daughter. So it's up to Fran, and Imogen's best friend, Bex, to find her. Except Bex doesn't know who Imogen is either. How will Fran find her cousin if no one will admit she ever existed? Could a locked and dangerous garden and a mysterious old tale of enchantment and death hold the answers?
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| The Second Life of Snap by Erin Entrada KellyIn a future devastated by climate change and ruled by tech mega-corporation Lockwood, 12-year-old Zuzu and her friends find an unlikely ally in Snap, a reprogrammed Lockwood robot who shows unusual curiosity and loyalty. This bittersweet yet optimistic read will give you lots to think about. For fans of: Peter Brown's The Wild Robot; Guojing's Oasis. (Ages 9-13.) |
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| Diamond Fever! A True Crime Story in the Wild West by Steve Sheinkin; illustrated by Jon ChadHistory calls it the Great Diamond Hoax of 1872, but it began in 1870, when cousins Philip Arnold and John Slack began a successful con to attract investors for a diamond mine that didn't exist. Through comic strips and clever storytelling, this book (from the author of Bomb) walks you through the infamous fraud. Read-alike: Nicholas Day's The Mona Lisa Vanishes. (Ages 9-13.) |
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The Sweet Spot
by Elaine Vickers
Twelve-year-old Trip dreams of winning the Little League championship, but when his dad is unexpectedly deployed, he navigates changes at home and on the field with uncertainty.
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Culpeper County Library271 Southgate Shopping Center, Culpeper, Virginia 22701 | 540-825-8691https://www.cclva.org |
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