July 2026 list by Angie R. |
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Alice's Guide to Wonderland
by Eric Geron
Greetings, curious travelers, and welcome to Wonderland! Alice has written her very own guide to this nonsensical place, with a little help from all her friends. Learn how to get to Wonderland, the best places to visit, and the places to avoid. Meet the characters and plants, how to have an Unbirthday party and the rules of royal croquet.
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The Bedtime Book of Nighttime Animals
by Laura Buller
What happens in the wild when you're tucked up in bed? The Bedtime Book of Nighttime Animals features a fascinating collection of creatures, from flitting bats and silent owls to glowing fireflies and busy badgers. Showcasing creatures from each of the core animal groups (mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians, fish, and invertebrates), kids ages 3-5 can discover how they find their food, where they make their homes, and why they are most active when it's dark.
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The Body Image Book for Girls
by Charlotte Markey
Body image expert Dr. Charlotte Markey is here to help you understand, take care of, and appreciate your body. Find out the truth behind body, diet and exercise myths, get answers to the questions most on your mind, and learn from other girls who share their experiences. You'll also get all the facts on your developing body, physical and mental health, being social media savvy, and everything in between, to help you develop a positive body image and go out there feeling fearless!
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Can a Butterfly Cause a Hurricane?
by Olivia Watson
Chaos theory is a mind-bending idea that scientists and mathematicians are working to understand! Discover how tiny things can lead to huge changes, the surprising ways chaos shapes everything from weather and outer space to our daily lives, why predicting the future is harder than it seems, and much more!
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Could You Ever Smile with Axolotls!?
by Sandra Markle
Spend a day with axolotls in this fun installment from Sandra Markle, bestselling author of the What If You Had...series. Part of the Could You Ever...series, this engaging book invites kids to imagine life with these unusual creatures while learning what they eat, where they live, and more. With lively, interactive text and colorful illustrations, it brings axolotls to life in a way young readers will love.
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Don't Call Me a Dinosaur!
by Charlotte Guillain
Do you know what a dinosaur is? Think again in Don’t Call Me a Dinosaur. Join Remi and Toucan on an adventure to find dinosaurs, meeting plenty of prehistoric creatures along the way that aren’t dinosaurs at all—like amphibians, pterosaurs, and more—before finally discovering the real thing. Part of the Don’t Call Me a… series, this fun, fact-checked story combines adventure with science, lively illustrations, and a helpful fact file to spark curiosity about the natural world.
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Draw Manga Action
by David Füleki
Draw Manga Action shows all you need to capture epic battles, heroes in cool poses or charismatic sports figures. From the basics of drawing and the design of exciting heroes, to accurate representation of movement and perspective for drawing your own comic panels.
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Get Connected!
by Kay Barnham
This is a high-interest history of communication, from hieroglyphics to semaphore, body language to text messages. Each spread covers a different aspect of communication, such as writing, languages, animal communication, public speaking, and technological advances. It also includes information about how important connecting with others is for our mental health.
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Happy Birthday America
by Rebecca Baines
Celebrate America’s 250th birthday with this engaging, interactive activity book for ages 7–11. Blending storytelling with crafts, games, quizzes, and recipes, it brings U.S. history—from the Declaration of Independence to today—to life in a fun, hands-on way. With vibrant illustrations and curriculum-aligned content, it explores key events, traditions, and symbols while making learning an exciting celebration—perfect for classrooms or family use.
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I Am Capable
by Sissy Goff
Backed by up-to-date research and filled with practical strategies that actually work, this workbook helps children ages 6-12 build confidence and capability, help them believe they can do hard things, work to find long-term solutions to problems, and follow through, even when faced with complications.
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The No-Brainer Brain Explainer
by Crab Museum
Through unbelievable facts and hilarious jokes, The No-Brainer Brain Explainer explores the smallest, biggest, toughest, foldiest, brainiest brains in the animal kingdom. Take a tour through the imagination of dung beetles, marvel at cockroach brains that are spread all throughout their body, and meet octopuses with their nine brains. Discover the brains behind massive insect colonies, flocking birds, and intelligent fungal networks, and of course, the smartest brain of all, according to itself: yours!
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Pokémon Book of Battles
by Katherine Andreou
Follow the journey of Liko, Roy, and the rest of the Rising VoltTacklers aboard The Brave Olivine, and read about the exciting battles that take place on their adventures. Packed with key skills, moves and tactics to use in battles, this is the ultimate guide to the battles of Pokémon Horizons: The Series.
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Stars of World Soccer
by Illugi Jökulsson
What does it take to be at the top of the game? Learn how today's best players made it in this exciting book, which features short biographies of twenty-eight of the greatest soccer players on the field. With the colorful graphics and key stats that fans have come to expect from the critically acclaimed Abbeville Sports series, Stars of World Soccer will be sure to captivate all young soccer devotees.
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Toy Story Treasury of Characters
by Catherine Saunders
Step into Andy's toy box and rewind 30 years of cinematic history. This essential Toy Story character guide features everyone from Buzz, Woody, Jessie, and Bullseye to Emperor Zurg and Wheezy, and takes young fans on an unforgettable journey through every beloved Toy Story film, including Toy Story 5.
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Unfathomable
by Mary Boone
Wrestle an octopus, explore a sunken city, and discover 20 incredible-but-true stories from our unpredictable oceans. From acclaimed nonfiction writer Mary Boone comes an illustrated dive into the sea’s strangest tales—like surviving a whale, octopus wrestling as a sport, and the famously blown-up whale. Packed with fascinating facts, real research, and engaging storytelling, each chapter reveals the science and history behind these unbelievable ocean adventures.
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What Is American Sign Language?
by Gail Herman
Learn about the history of American Sign Language, from its origins in older signed languages to its role in the education of deaf and hearing children today in this illustrated chapter book!
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Why, How, and Wow!
by Stephanie Warren Dimmer
From the Moon's craters to the farthest reaches of the universe, Why, How, and Wow! Space answers the exact questions kids are already asking--and a few they didn't know they had. Every fact has been reviewed by experts to ensure it's accurate, easy to understand, and exciting to read. Vivid photography and surprising details keep kids turning pages, while humor and accessible explanations make even big concepts feel approachable. Whether it's a young space enthusiast or a curious beginner, this book sparks awe, builds knowledge, and grows with a child's curiosity.
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Wild about Dad
by Jessie Jans
A gorgeous picture book filled with animal facts and warm fuzzies For curious explorers who are wild about their dads, ages 5 years and up. A playful lion cub tugs at his father's mane, while a fluffy little flamingo chick snuggles under Daddy's warm wings. Growing up can be a challenge in the animal kingdom, just like it is in the human world. Luckily, the little ones in this book have amazing dads who cuddle, care, and help them grow.
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The World's Best Soccer Book
by Paul Ulane
The ultimate, must-have soccer guide: this fun, illustrated encyclopedia covers everything from basic rules to the greatest players, teams, and moments in the world’s most popular sport. Packed with facts, photos, and comics starring a lovable team of soccer-playing animals, it’s perfect for young fans—just in time for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Learn the rules (yes, even offside), relive epic goals and saves, and explore the history of the game in a lively, engaging way.
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