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Books for Kids and Tweens May 2026 |
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Helping Daddy
by Angel Dike
Baby loves doing everything with Daddy--from sorting laundry to gardening in the backyard--in this heartwarming picture book about the everyday bond between a dad and his child.
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The Dumped Truck
by Daniel Bernstrom
Welcome to Toyville,where Dump Truck does his work. His dirty work. Dump Truck cleans, fixes, and dumps stuff because -- hey! -- it's his job. But the other toys can't stand Dump's less-than-tidy appearance.
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Our Guncle: A Picture Book Adaptation
by Steven Rowley
NYT Bestselling author of The Guncle brings us a heartfelt story about grief and family. After the loss of their mom, siblings Grant and Maisie have come to visit their Guncle who they call GUP (for Gay Uncle Patrick) in Palm Springs. GUP can't bear how sad they all feel, and he tries everything he can think of to make them happy. But swimming pools and milkshakes and new animal friends are only temporary fixes. It isn't until one quiet night, under the stars, that they come to realize what they've been searching for has been with them all along.
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| A Fishboy Named...Sashimi by Dan SantatBarely disguised in a damp hoodie, fishboy Sashimi is "undercover," posing as a human sixth-grader at Barnacle Bay Elementary School. He’s there to investigate the legendary Beast of Barnacle Bay, but winds up finding unexpected friends. This graphic novel series opener pairs slapstick humor with a sincere search for belonging. Next in the series: Sashimi and the Field Trip of Doom, on bookshelves in September 2026. (Ages 6-10.)
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| Olive Oakes and the Haunted Carousel by Kalynn BayronHer cousin Eli calls her nosy, but observant 11-year-old Olive can’t help seeing mysteries everywhere. And with its rumors of ghostly children at a creepy carnival, the town of Whispering Woods is perfect for her next investigation. Pairing retro Goosebumps vibes with a gripping plot, this fast-paced read is sure to grab mystery fans. (Ages 7-11.)
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Pug the Unicorn: A Branches Book (Diary of a Pug #14): Volume 14
by Kyla May
The next installment in the bestselling chapter book series featuring everyone's favorite pug, Bub, and his human, Bella! This series is part of Scholastic's early chapter book line, Branches, aimed at newly independent readers. With easy-to-read text, high-interest content, fast-paced plots, and illustrations on every page, these books will boost reading confidence and stamina.
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On the Road to Happy
by Goldy Moldavsky
This big-hearted story follows a girl who might just be in for a life-changing summer... if she doesn't run away first. Gigi and her older sister, Yasmin, are spending the summer at a Jewish bungalow colony in upstate New York, thanks to their dad, who will be the handyman there. Sure, there will be day camp to go to, and the forest to explore, and maybe new friends to make. But Gigi doesn't feel she fits in. Despite the fact that she's Jewish too, she can't help but feel that her Judaism is totally different from the other kids'.
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Amina Banana and the Formula for Fairness
by Shifa Saltagi Safadi
The science fair kicks up a rivalry in book four of the delightful Amina Banana chapter book series from National Book Award-winner Shifa Safadi! Finally, the science fair is here, and Amina Banana is ready to showcase her skills. But when she is paired with someone unexpected, the science fair suddenly becomes . . . UNfair. All Amina wants to do is win the fair and impress her grandmother, who is visiting from Syria.
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This Book Stinks!
by Danielle Saint-Onge
All the kids at Alpine Elementary School love the Fart Face book series, and Drita is their newest fan. She and her fellow library helper, Josh, even start the Fart Face Fan Club. But when parents get a whiff of the books' toilet talk, they wonder if the books are appropriate for their children. In response, the school decides to take the Fart Face books off the library shelves. Drita and Josh know this isn't fair, so they resolve to save their favorite series. Drita hatches a plan to prove that the Fart Face books offer more than just fart jokes--they encourage scientific learning and a love of reading.
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| Opting Out by Maia Kobabe and Swati "Lucky" SrikumarThe changes of seventh-grade life are frustrating for Saachi. She wants to focus on writing, but everyone else seems obsessed with dating. Also, she’s started getting periods, just as she’s wondering if she’s actually a girl. This realistic graphic novel will be relatable for readers doing their own self-reflection. (Ages 10-13.) |
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The World Game: Soccer Circles the Globe
by John Coy
Thwaack Whummpp Klangg From a park in the United States to a pitch in India, from the seaside in Nigeria to a stadium in Uruguay, there's one game that brings the world together. Whether you call it football, soccer, or any other name, it's the most popular sport on the planet. Follow a fast-paced soccer game around the globe, moving to a new location with each turn of the page.
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What Would You Rather Be? a Tiger or a Tiger Shark?
by Jerry Pallotta
Would you rather prowl with a tiger or swim with a tiger shark? Let's find out! Readers will compare and contrast basic facts about these kid-favorite animals before making the ultimate decision -- which animal would they rather be? Simple language appeals to developing readers, while photo-realistic art will keep animal lovers engaged.
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Contact your librarian for more great books!
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