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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 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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| 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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Friend Group
by Lisa Greenwald
Sadie and Olive have never been part of their class's popular friend group. Those girls -- Pella, Annabelle, Cleo, and The Other Sadie -- seem like creatures from another planet. They wear the trendiest clothes, have the best hair, flirt with the cutest boys, and speak their own language. By comparison, Sadie and Olive are invisible . . .until Sadie is accidentally added to the popular girls' group chat. Armed with an inside perspective, Sadie sets out to join the friend group -- IRL -- before they figure out that they've got the wrong Sadie.
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Renegades #1: The Magic Awakens
by Erin Hunter
Willow and Luna have been on their own since they were kittens. After their mother's death, they settled into a scrappy life in the heart of the city. But when a mysterious fire rips through their makeshift shelter, they're left searching for a new home. Luna is immediately drawn in by the strange, secretive animals they meet in the park--animals they can somehow talk to...and who unlock her ability to perform magic. Willow is less sure about these so-called "attuned" animals and has no interest in joining their world--or their fight against the human witches who seek to "bind" the animals to them. As Luna and Willow come to realize their own unique magic, they find themselves at odds, separated by destiny, with the fate of the whole city in their paws.
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| Styx and Stones by Gary D. Schmidt and Ron KoertgeAfter spending 2,451 years trapped in Hades, 13-year-old Simon finally escapes through a portal...into a present-day Minnesota school bathroom. With help from lonely outsider Zeke, Simon tries to heal and adjust, even as the underworld tries to drag him back. This classics-inspired tale offers equal parts humor and hope. For fans of: Rick Riordan. (Ages 11-13.)
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