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Books for Kids and Tweens March 2026 |
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| The Mighty Macy by Kwame Alexander; illustrated by Kitt ThomasAfter her school library is shut down, third-grader Macy is tapped to speak up for it at a big public meeting. But with a violin recital looming, plus homework and family pressure, Macy worries that she won't find her voice in time. Told in short, easy-to-read poems, this inspiring chapter book will keep you turning pages. (Ages 7-10.)
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| Some of Us Are Brave by Saadia FaruqiYasir is a talented soccer player trying to help his single mom. Mona is an artist trying to handle too much responsibility. Cody is a bully trying to survive his dad's abuse. When Hurricane Harvey hits, these three Houston middle schoolers have to band together to make it through. Read-alike: Zane and the Hurricane by Rodman Philbrick. (Ages 8-12.)
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A Kid Like Me
by Norm Feuti
Worried about starting middle school alongside a bunch of snobby rich kids, friends and trailer park neighbors Ethan and Ricky plan to build a group of other kids just like them. But new friendships don't happen according to plan in this honest, hopeful graphic novel. (Ages 8-12.)
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| When Tomorrow Burns by Tae KellerAs wildfires threaten her hometown of Seattle, seventh-grader Nomi reunites with her former besties Vi and Arthur to track down a mysterious book of prophecies, hoping it can prevent disaster. Told in multiple voices (including a forest's), this latest book from Newbery Medalist Tae Keller is as unusual as it is moving. (Ages 10-13.)
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| The Unlikely Tale of Chase and Finnegan by Jasmine WargaDespite their tragic pasts, orphaned cheetah cub Chase and rescue dog Finnegan begin to trust again when they become friends through a zoo program. For fans of: heartfelt and bittersweet animal stories such as Katherine Applegate's The One and Only Ivan series. (Ages 8-12.)
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| Harper Sharp: Kid Detective by Jarrett WilliamsArtist. Detective. Fifth-grader. Harper Sharp already has a lot going on, but when vandalism threatens the inventor's fair at school, he's determined to crack the case. With exaggerated, energetic artwork, this graphic novel mystery is the 1st in a new series. Read-alike: Casey Lyall's Howard Wallace, P.I. series. (Ages 8-12.)
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| The New Girl by Cassandra CalinAfter moving with her family from Romania to Montreal, Canada, 13-year-old artist Lia has to find new friends, learn to speak French, and deal with painful periods. With manga-style art and authentically awkward characters, this graphic novel will grab fans of Svetlana Chmakova. (Ages 10-13.)
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| Next Stop by Debbie FongDriven by guilt and grief after her brother's death, Pia Xing sets out on a bus trip towards a lake that is said to make impossible things real. Each roadside stop reveals more of Pia's story in this graphic novel that pairs realistic emotions and offbeat humor with hints of magic. Read-alike: Coyote Lost and Found by Dan Gemeinhart. (Ages 9-13.)
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| The Mighty Bite by Nathan HaleWhen friends Bite and Amber -- a not-actually-extinct trilobite and a walking whale -- meet a paleo-journalist who introduces them to internet videos, their quest for fame turns into a video battle among prehistoric creatures. Bursting with weird and wild humor, this graphic novel series opener is followed by Walrus Brawl at the Mall and Hog-Rocket Ruckus. (Ages 7-10.)
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| We Are Big Time by Hena Khan; illustrated by Safiya ZerrouguiStarting 9th grade at an Islamic school, Aliya joins the struggling basketball team. As the all-hijabi team improves, they have to face the pressure of the spotlight as well as their everyday problems. Full-color art brings extra energy to this graphic novel. Read-alikes: Swim Team by Johnnie Christmas; Jason Reynolds' Track series. (Ages 9-13.) |
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| Blue Stars: The Vice Principal Problem by Kekla Magoon and Cynthia Leitich Smith; illustrated by Molly MurakamiEven though they're part of the same Black and Muscogee family, cousins Maya and Riley don't get along...until they find a common enemy in the vice principal ruining their middle school. This funny slice-of-life graphic novel kicks off a new series. (Ages 8-12.) |
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Way Off Track
by Carl Brundtland
"Nansi has been a track star her whole life. When Tania, the girl who has everything, beats Nansi in a race, Nansi knows it was only Tania's new running shoes that gave her the edge. She is determined to get her own pair before the school track meet -- if only she can find $340. Luckily, she has Granny, who sets up Nansi with a job at her friend's salon. But another hurdle comes when she's needed at work and the track at the same time. Good thing Nansi was born to scheme! This debut middle-grade graphic novel hits the ground running with humor, hijinks and a heroine who always goes the distance -- even if it's the wrong way." -provided by publisher. (Ages 10-13.)
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Contact your librarian for more great books!
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