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Books for Kids and Tweens January 2026* |
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| The Stolen Songbird by Judith Eagle; illustrated by Jo RiouxWhile her moms are traveling, 12-year-old Caro and her secret pet rabbit, His Nibs, are sent to stay with strict great-aunt Gam. It's there that Caro discovers a stolen painting and gets caught up with a treacherous gang of art thieves. This twisty illustrated mystery plunges you into an adventure across 1950s London. (Ages 8-12.) |
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| Xolo by Donna Barba Higuera; illustrated by Mariana Ruiz JohnsonIn Aztec mythology, the feathered serpent god Quetzalcoatl gets the credit for reviving humanity after their destruction. But in this eye-catching and emotional graphic novel, dog-headed Xolotl (god of lightning, misfortune, and death) proves himself as the real hero. For fans of: underdog characters and bright, bold artwork. (Ages 7-10.)
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Welcome, boys and girls, readers of all ages, to the first-ever Library Olympiad! Kyle and his teammates are back, and the world-famous game maker, Luigi Lemoncello, is at it again! This time Mr. Lemoncello has invited teams from all across America to compete in the first ever LIBRARY OLYMPICS. Will it be fun? Like the commercials say. . . HELLO? It's a Lemoncello! But something suspicious is going on . . . books are missing from Mr. Lemoncello's library. Is someone trying to CENSOR what the kids are reading?! In between figuring out mind-boggling challenges, the kids will have to band together to get to the bottom of this mystery. Now it's not just a game--can Mr. Lemoncello find the real defenders of books and champions of libraries?
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Lost Evangeline: (A Magical Middle-Grade Fairy Tale about Love, Loss, and a Tiny Girl's Brave Journey to Find Her Family - For Kids Ages 7-10 in Grade
by Kate DiCamillo
When a shoemaker discovers a tiny girl (as small as a mouse!) in his shop, he takes her in, names her Evangeline, and raises her as his own. The shoemaker's wife, however, fears that Evangeline has bewitched her husband, so when an opportunity arises to rid herself of the girl, she takes it. Evangeline finds herself far from her adopted father and her home, a tiny girl lost in the wide world. But she is brave, and she is resourceful, and with the help of those she meets on her journey--including a disdainful and self-satisfied cat--she may just find her way again--
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The Nine Moons of Han Yu and Luli
by Karina Yan Glaser
Familiar rhythms rule the contained-but-contented lives of Han Yu and Luli, [he in 731 C.E. China and she in 1931 New York]. But when plague strikes Chang'An and financial crisis threatens Luli's family, Han Yu and Luli must each venture out into the larger world--and into danger-filled adventure--to save what they love most. Filled with wondrous caves and conniving thieves, desert storms and magical lakes, Karina Yan Glaser's ... novel is a testament to the bravery required to face the unknown and the power of art to connect us through the ages--
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| Asterwood by Jacquelyn StolosAfter a violet-eyed girl leads her down a forbidden path in the woods, 10-year-old Madelyn discovers magical forest-dwellers, terrifying cannibals, greedy Tree Eaters, and the truth about the mother she's never known. If you love a deep dive into a complicated fantasy world, don't miss this dark, spellbinding tale. (Ages 8-12.)
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| The Treasure of Ocean Parkway by Sarvenaz TashPodcasting sleuths Amin and Roya are thrilled when their neighbor Thea brings them a new case: a secret room filled with puzzling clues that lead the trio on a treasure hunt throughout their New York apartment building. The Treasure of Ocean Parkway is a follow-up to The Queen of Ocean Parkway, but this cozy and clever mystery can be enjoyed by fans and newcomers alike. (Ages 9-13.)
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Knight Owl
by Christopher Denise
In this story, a young owl dreams of becoming a true knight from the day he breaks out of his shell. Small and ambitious, he finally gets his wish and receives a letter of acceptance from the Knight's School. At the school, he was an excellent student, but still had a lot of difficulties. He can't use a sword, can't hold a shield, and even has the habit of dozing off during the daytime classes. Finally, through layers of challenges and efforts, it successfully graduated as a knight like all knights. Although it is not the tallest or the strongest, it succeeds in conquering the powerful invaders and protecting the castle with its courage and wisdom when it is on duty at night, and becomes a real knight.
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Ask your librarian for more great books!
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