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Youth Services New Titles
June 2024 |
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Skrum
by Bernard Gumz
"Somewhere in the desert, a busted up old geezer named Barnabus is running for his life. Hot on his trail is a monstrous purple furball called a skrum. But, what is a skrum? And what does it want with poor old Barnabus?"
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Peppa Pig and the nature walk.
by Candlewick Press
"Featuring a“fun facts” coloring poster, this delightful picture book follows Peppa and her family as they take a nature walk, and Peppa, bringing along her favorite book, Nature, Nature Everywhere, points out fun facts along the way, leading to a silly surprise! "
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Gray
by Laura Dockrill
"Using color?—?or lack of thereof?—?to explore a child's moods, this poetic picture book offers a reassuring message of love and acceptance as well as addressing feelings of sadness, assuring readers they're never alone. "
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A tiny difference
by June Tate
"Showing kids how, when they're in a funk, tiny differences might help make a big difference, this one-of-a-kind interactive read-aloud encourages silly full-body participation to keep children laughing and engaged. "
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The truth about the couch
by Adam Rubin
"Most people think couches are just for sitting, or maybe napping, and don't give it a second thought. But did you know couches can go berserk if you don't feed them a steady diet of coins, cell phones, and remote controls? And did you know some couches are grown on a farm? (Where do you think the term couch potato comes from?) Some come from two chairs who love each other very much, and some are actually aliens in disguise. And that's just the tip of the iceberg..."
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100 Rooms
by Haya Shenhav
"Is there such a thing as too much? Absurdity abounds when a man tries to live in his house of, not 10, not 50, but 100 rooms! How can he sleep when his curtains are in his curtain room, but his bed is in his bed room? How can he eat when his forks are in his fork room but his table is in his table room? Ultimately both our hero, and the reader, realize just how much is enough. As we continue to navigate our society's consumer culture, the themes in this book are an important reminder, to both kids and adults, that zmorey is not always zbetter.y --
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Look
by Gabi Snyder
"With gorgeous diorama illustrations, the pages come alive in this lyrical, timely picture book that encourages children to really look at the natural world around them, which is filled with patterns to enjoy for those who can ground themselves, be mindful and truly see. "
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Gator's big mouth
by Leslie Helakoski
In this homage to the three little pigs, Alligator brothers Lumpy, Bumpy, and Stumpy grow up and build their homes in the Louisiana swamps, but only one home survives when the hurricanes come
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Mouse on the River : A Journey Through Nature
by William Snow
"Mouse is setting off on a journey down the river. As Mouse gently rows downstream, he travels through many different habitats before reaching his destination. Join in by lifting the flaps to peep into the riverside homes and shops, and see if you can spot the wildlife as you drift along. Turn to the back of the book to learn more about the birds, insects, animals and plants that live along the river and find out what Mouse packed for his river journey"--
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If you spot a shell
by Aimâee Sicuro
Text and illustrations show how, with imagination, a seashell can become anything from a swimming cap to a ferris wheel to a submarine. Includes instructions for a sand art project and shell rubbing
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Bubbly beautiful Kitty-Corn
by Shannon Hale
Kitty helps her best friend Unicorn accomplish his dream of being a mermaid, but despite an elaborate DIY mermaid tail, the friends' trip to the beach does not go as planned and Unicorn's insecurities ermerge
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Brianna the tooth fairy
by Daisy Meadows
"When Jack Frost has a horrible toothache but refuses to go to the dentist, he steals Brianna the Tooth Fairy's three magical objects to help him, but without her objects, Brianna can't do her job and needs help from friends Rachel and Kirsty to help get her magic back before it's too late. Original. "
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Skandar and the chaos trials
by A. F. Steadman
"For their third year of training, Skandar and his friends must complete a series of terrifying trials that pushes them to the limit, while Skandar's sister, Kenna, puts the island of Eyrie in danger, forcing Skandar to decide where his loyalties lie. "
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Tree. Table. Book.
by Lois Lowry
"When her best friend elder Sophie starts having memory problems and her son is going to come get her, young Sophie sets out to help elder Sophie's memory, which reveals stories that illustrate just how much there is to know about her dear friend. "
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Charlie Thorne and the Royal Society
by Stuart Gibbs
"Searching for an immensely powerful discovery of Isaac Newton's before it falls into the wrong hands, Charlie Thorne, along with former CIA agents Dante Garcia and Milana Moon, must think one step ahead of her opponents as she follows Newton's trail of devious clues. Simultaneous eBook."
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Windy night with wild horses
by Mary Pope Osborne
"When the tree house lands in Mongolia, Jack and Annie meet the people who care for the little horses that are returning from near extinction, but when they discover the horses are still in danger with wolves nearby, they must protect the last of the little horses. Simultaneous eBook."
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The one and only family
by Katherine Applegate
"When silverback gorilla Ivan and his mate Kinyani welcome a set of twins to their family, Ivan can't help but recall his childhood in the jungle?—?and his own twin?—?as he navigates joys and challenges of parenthood. "
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Anzu and the realm of darkness
by Mai K. Nguyen
"Accidentally transported to the Shinto underworld called Yomi, Anzu discovers the queen of this realm has been kidnapping the spirits of lost children for decades and is torn between escaping or staying to help the trapped spirits as she fights her way back home. "
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Here I am, I am me : an illustrated guide to mental health
by Cara Bean
"Demystifying and destigmatizing emotional and mental health, this graphic-style journey to the center of the brain explores what's really going on in the readers' head while discussing such crucial topics as depression, substance use and addiction, and suicide. "
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The new girl
by Cassandra Calin
Leaving Romania, the only home she's ever known, Lia is thrust into a world where everything is different and with so many changes happening at once, including a new school and unpleasant periods, she wonders if she'll ever feel like herself again.
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Snakes : what do cobras, pythons, and anacondas get up to all day?
by Christian Cave
"Journey around the world to follow the lives of these cold-blooded reptiles as they hunt, hide, and fight their way through their day. Biologist and conservationist Christian Cave tells the story of the world's most amazing venomous snakes in the style of a nature documentary, including gentle science explanations of topics such as camouflage and skin shedding that are perfect for future biologists"
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National Geographic kids almanac 2025.
by National Geographic Kids
"Updated to include the latest information, this ultimate almanac for kids who want to know everything about everything is jam-packed with fast facts, crafts and activities, and includes fascinating features about animals, science, nature, technology, conservation and more. Simultaneous. "
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Kid-ventors : 35 real kids and their amazing inventions
by Kailei Pew
"Profiling 35 kid inventors, whose ingenuity and determination created inventions to solve daily problems, protect the environment and help others, this must-have book proves that even the youngest people can change the world. Simultaneous eBook. Illustrations."
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What's the point of art?
by Ann Kay
Painting a vivid portrait of art throughout history, showing how it has changed the world, one artistic movement at a time, this book illustrates how artists bring their ideas to life, explores various techniques and shows how art can affect the way we think and feel.
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Who is Taylor Swift?
by Kirsten Anderson
"Introducing readers to one of the most celebrated musical artists of the 21st century, this inspiring biography of the singer, songwriter and guitarist shows how, when record executives thought there was no place in country music for her songs, she was fearless and proved them wrong."
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LeBron James
by Andrew Maraniss
"Before he became one of the most famous basketball players on the planet, before he began speaking out for justice, LeBron James was just a kid. In this chapter book biography by acclaimed author Andrew Maraniss, illustrated by DeAndra Hodge, readers learn more about the life and work of LeBron James-from growing up with a single mother in Akron, Ohio, to his journey to the NBA and ten NBA championships, to his social justice work creating I PROMISE and speaking up for Black Lives Matter. While known as one of the greatest basketball players of all time, LeBron James has changed the world beyond sports"
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What were the Shark Attacks of 1916?
by Nico Medina
"On July 1, 1916, witnesses watched in horror as twenty-three-year-old Charles Vansant was attacked and killed by a shark in shallow water at Beach Haven, New Jersey--the first recorded shark attack in American history. Scientists claimed a shark could not be responsible, but more deadly attacks soon followed along the Jersey Shore and up the freshwater Matawan Creek, setting off a nationwide panic that led the White House to declare a war on sharks"
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