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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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| A Kid Like Me by Norm FeutiWorried 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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Answers to Dog
by Pete Hautman
Evan doesn't seem to fit in at school or at home. He goes out of his way to avoid attention. He sits at the back of the bus, keeps his head down in class, and keeps to himself. But when a burr-covered border collie--a survivor with a gut instinct about the Boy--starts following him around and joining him on his runs, Evan's simple duck-and-dodge existence becomes a lot more complicated--a lot more like life--
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Jax Freeman and the Tournament of Spirits
by Kwame Mbalia
Seventh grader Jax Freeman competes with his classmates in the global Tournament of Spirits, where he faces summoners from other schools, monstrous beasts, and a mysterious foe intent on sabotaging the games.
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The Mysterious Magic of Lighthouse Lane
by Erin Stewart
A young empath goes to spend the summer with her grandfather on Prince Edward Island and discovers that her empathy can make magic happen through the lens of a camera-- Provided by publisher.
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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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| 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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Don't Cause Trouble
by Arree Chung
Ming Lee was hoping for a fresh start in middle school, but he is as desperately uncool as always – not to mention stuck in ESL even though he only speaks English. How’s he supposed to stick up for himself when his parents’ biggest rule is to keep out of trouble? This colorful graphic novel offers a relatable story inspired by the author’s real life. (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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| The Ribbon Skirt by Cameron MukwaWith a powwow coming up, two-spirit Anishinaabe 10-year-old Anang begins a real-life quest to make their own ribbon skirt, connecting with spirits (including some snarky turtles) along the way. Created by a two-spirit author/illustrator, this colorful graphic novel is perfect for readers who prefer authentic, character-focused stories. (Ages 8-13.) |
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Contact your librarian for more great books!
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