Books for Kids and Tweens
June 2026
Recent Releases
Now I See Summer by Mac Barnett
Now I See Summer
by Mac Barnett

THREE STARRED REVIEWS - From multi-award-winning, New York Times bestselling duo Mac Barnett and Jon Klassen, Now I See Summer is one in a unique quartet of board books that playfully shows the changing seasons from a kid's point of view - the house / the tree / the garden / me. 
Je Vois l'Été by Mac Barnett
Je Vois l'Été
by Mac Barnett

Quelle est votre saison préférée? Les fleurs éclatantes, le ciel clair, les couleurs... découvrez l'été. 
Thomas & Friends: Thomas's Brave Adventure by Lorelai Hart
Thomas & Friends: Thomas's Brave Adventure
by Lorelai Hart

Meet Thomas the Tank Engine in an enchanting new picture book series that introduces a new generation to the joys of friendship, storytelling, and adventure. As Thomas ventures alone into the mysterious Whistling Woods--determined to prove his bravery--he soon learns that some adventures are better with friends by his side. 
The Blue Island Thief (Thea Stilton #39) by Thea Stilton
The Blue Island Thief (Thea Stilton #39)
by Thea Stilton

Join Thea Stilton and the Thea Sisters on an adventure packed with mystery and friendship as the Thea Sisters head to Capri for a new adventure!
Defending the Swamp Dragon: A Branches Book (Dragon Masters #31): Volume 31 by Tracey West
Defending the Swamp Dragon: A Branches Book (Dragon Masters #31): Volume 31
by Tracey West

Drake and his friend Obi meet a new Dragon Master, Kinti, and venture into the swamp to help save the Swamp Dragon, who has been mistaken for a terrifying monster.
Wombat Waiting
by Katherine Applegate

Caught 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.)
The Mystery of the Stolen World Cup Trophy
by Angela Cervantes

Twelve-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.)
Berserkers by M. a. Larson
Berserkers
by M. a. Larson

A modern-day hunt for Viking treasure collides with Spanish conquistadors and small-town Minnesota in this delightfully zany adventure, perfect for fans of The Goonies and Holes.
The Second Life of Snap
by Erin Entrada Kelly

In 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.)
The Shark Prince
by Malia Maunakea

To help his family stay in their Hawaiian community, home-schooled 13-year-old Nohea Alapa'I needs to win a surf competition, and that means joining a public school surf team. The catch? He has to hide his identity as the half-human, half-shark descendent of shark king Kāmohoali'I. This modern mythological fantasy dives deep into intrigue and identity. (Ages 9-13.)
5-Minute Dinosaur Stories by Gabby Dawnay
5-Minute Dinosaur Stories
by Gabby Dawnay

Ten read-aloud, 5-minute stories introduce young readers to an exciting array of dinosaurs, from flighty and feathered Anchiornis to lumbering giant Brachiosaurus. Explore the prehistoric world with this lavish read-aloud collection of nonfiction stories.
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