July 2026 list by Angie R. |
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The Abominable Snowman
by R.A. Montgomery
Brave the Himalaya in this interactive book where YOU decide what happens next! Packed with 28 possible endings! Your best friend Carlos goes missing from base camp on Mount Everest while in search of the fabled Yeti. YOU travel to Kathmandu in hopes of finding the mythical creature, but your plans quickly change when you hear news of Carlos's disappearance. Will you help find him amid the dangerous crevasses and icefalls of the Himalaya? A monsoon is moving in and you must decide quickly! Be careful, the choices YOU make might end in glory, disaster, or certain death.
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Atomic Lucas
by Pirate Sourcil
A magical stone, one impulsive kid, and total chaos. In this laugh‑out‑loud graphic novel, Lucas thinks his wish‑granting Gloom Stone will fix everything—but his perfect life quickly spirals out of control. With a chatty stuffed animal, a determined best friend, and a time‑traveling ancestor bent on revenge, Lucas discovers that getting everything you want isn’t always what it seems in this hilarious, heartfelt adventure.
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Bonebag
by E.M. Elliott
Trapped in a dark forest with his cold-hearted parents, Bonebag leads a cruel and isolated existence. However, he feels deep in his bones that things weren’t always this way: he has known happiness before. Why does it feel like it was in a past life? When Bonebag discovers a locket that burns him to the touch, and a ghostly girl beckons him into the deep woods, he must grapple with the riddle of where he came from and how he came to be. Only then can he begin to rewrite his fate.
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The Dangerous Pet Lover's Guide to Sea Monsters
by Lindsay Hirst
Sea monsters are well known for being moody and menacing. However, by following these simple but important rules, you might just be able to create a loveable and (almost) friendly pet. This is the essential monster-care manual you didn't know you needed. Full of useful tips, tricks and advice on everything from feeding and naming your sea monster to playing fun games (top tip: ALWAYS LET THEM WIN), this handy guidebook will equip you with everything you need to bond with your new pet!
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Fancy Feet
by Rebecca E. Hirsch
Some feet swing from vines, some feet fly through the air, and some feet carry us to other worlds. Can you guess who these feet belong to? Learn about the fantastic world of feet through rhyming riddles that will encourage little readers to guess along with every page turn. From butterflies to dinosaurs, garden snails to polar bears—each set of feet is unique, and each gets its due in this delightful nonfiction picture book.
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The Farmer's Pajamas
by Ruth Paul
There are plenty of chores on the farm, and the farmer has the routine down to a science. When she's done at the end of the day, her reward is a cozy pair of pajamas and a good night's sleep. But today, and the next day, and the next, the farmer's favorite pajamas go missing, and she can't sleep a wink. What can go wrong? Everything! As comical chaos escalates, the concerned farmyard creatures organize a four-footed search party to help the exhausted farmer. Can they find what she needs?
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Firefly Lullaby
by Kenneth Kraegel
As the sun sets on a warm summer evening, a very small sound calls to those with a certain kind of ear. It is not the sighing song of wrens and robins, nor is it the gentle hum of crickets. It's the magical sound of fireflies—dancing to the music of tiny trumpets, feasting upon an elaborate banquet, and singing songs to settle their wings before huddling close for a soothing night's sleep. This charming and cozy story, with its luminous imagery and lyrical text, will lull little ones into comforting dreams of fireflies flickering in the night.
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Fourteen Ways of Looking at Jellyfish
by Carole Boston Weatherford
A revered poet and artist celebrate the mysterious jellyfish—an ancient, delicate invertebrate without brain, heart, or bones. Glowing in underwater darkness and drifting in graceful motion, these creatures astonish with their beauty and danger. In a series of vivid, varied poems paired with striking art, Carole Boston Weatherford brings science, myth, and wonder together in a captivating introduction to the jellyfish.
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Good Families Don't
by Robert Munsch
When Carmen tries to tell her parents that there's a gas-tly surprise on her bed, they don't believe her. Good families like ours do not have farts, they say. But when they go upstairs to check and the fart attacks, Carmen is left to deal with the stinky situation!
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The Greatest Bedtime Story Ever
by Jessie Sima
From New York Times bestselling creator Jessie Sima comes a fantastical tale of an elf who must face a sleepless dragon. When nothing can lull the dragon to sleep, the elf sets out to write a story so exciting, yet soothing, it becomes the greatest bedtime story ever. So…are you ready to hear it?
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Haven and the Fallen Giants
by Jen Xu
Haven survives on the harsh outskirts of Raqmu, a city built from a fallen giant. Resourceful and defiant, she sneaks inside to scavenge parts—until one night she steals a strange relic and is forced to flee. With the help of Lan, a wealthy girl who sees the city’s cruelty, Haven uncovers dangerous secrets—especially when the relic awakens the long‑slumbering giant.
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Hush, Little Fire Truck
by Rebecca Colby
Say good night to fire truck and other helper vehicles as they complete their missions and settle in for the night. A perfect bedtime board book for little truck-lovers. Little readers will delight in seeing how each emergency vehicle completes its final task of the day and then rumbles off to sleep.
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I Am Teddy Roosevelt
by Brad Meltzer
The conservationist president, Teddy Roosevelt, joins this New York Times bestselling biography series. Growing up with a love of nature and a belief in helping others, he went on to serve as governor of New York and the 26th U.S. president, protecting both people and the environment. An early environmentalist, he established the National Forest Service, five national parks, and 150 national forests—leaving a lasting legacy.
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Little Owl's Opposites
by Divya Srinivasan
Join Little Owl as he explores opposites in his wonderful forest! Little Owl's forest is full of contrasts. A bright moon shines in a dark sky. Playful foxes hide and seek. Some mushrooms grow tall, others short. Little Owl and Raccoon introduce readers to the concept of opposites while exploring the forest apart...before finding their way back together!
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Rafi and Rita
by Jarvis
Rafi and Rita are twins. They do everything together. They like the same things, they finish each other's sentences, and they look exactly the same ...except for their height. But who is the tallest twin, really? Is it Rafi, who's so tall that a painter trying to paint him ran out of paint? Or Rita, so towering in stature that when her hat falls off it takes three hours to hit the ground? In a hilarious progression of hyperbole, Jarvis's narrative, at once humorous and endearing, is matched by Chris Judge's bold and whimsical illustrations in a charming, playful, and oh-so-familiar tale of competitiveness.
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Record-Breaking USA
by Clive Gifford
Get ready for a record‑breaking road trip across the USA! From the world’s biggest bubblegum bubble in Alabama to towering volcanic columns in Wyoming, discover a mix of quirky records and outstanding achievements. Packed with mind‑blowing facts—from the longest pizza to the tallest hat—this fun, illustrated book explores natural wonders, incredible people, and amazing animals across all 50 states and beyond, with tips for future record‑breakers.
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Sing the 50 United States!
by Dr Seuss
Celebrate the 250th anniversary of the United States with this newly discovered, never-before-seen picture book by Dr. Seuss. From Alabama to Wyoming, the Cat in the Hat helps readers learn all 50 states in his signature rhyming style. Funny, engaging, and educational, this book features original text, new illustrations inspired by Seuss’s sketches, and even a map to test your skills.
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Time for Kids 2027 Almanac
by Rachel Buchholz
Discover the world with the TIME for Kids: Almanac 2027, the must-have resource for all curious kids! This almanac is jam-packed with an abundance of facts across topics such as animals, technology, the environment, entertainment, space, sports, and more! Perfect for fact-loving kids, the TIME for Kids: Almanac 2027 will teach readers everything from how to detect AI images to the capitals of the world. Rooted in reliable sources, the TIME for Kids: Almanac 2027 is an excellent gift for young readers who want to learn more about the world around them.
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Where Is Pierre?
by Emma Clarke
Bear can't find Pierre! Can you find him in this fun search-and-find picture book?
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Youngest Faircrest and the Search for a Sorcerer
by Ollie George Clark
An unapologetically unremarkable hero, a surprisingly brave piglet, and an epic adventure await. In Bogsmarsh, where twelve-year-olds are Decided for life, Youngest Faircrest is told he’s remarkable only for being unremarkable. Determined to prove otherwise, he sets out with his best friend Agnes and piglet Satchel to reclaim the town’s lost magic—facing monsters, mystery, and mayhem along the way in this funny, heartfelt tale of courage, friendship, and self-discovery.
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