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Kids' Reads - August 2025 |
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| Blood in the Water by Tiffany D. JacksonSharp-minded 12-year-old Brooklynite Kaylani is stuck spending the summer with wealthy family friends in Martha’s Vineyard, Massachusetts. It’s okay at first, but after a local teenager is found dead, Kaylani’s instincts push her to investigate. The dangerous results will keep you turning pages in this gripping thriller. (Ages 9-12.) |
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| Bubblegum Shoes: The Case of the Contraband Closet by Goldy MoldavskySmart, suspicious, and often in trouble, Maya Mendoza has declared herself a PI, just like the detectives in the old movies she loves. When a theft rocks her middle school, Maya investigates along with Jordan, Ava, and Clementine, her fellow classmates in detention. If you like clever, funny mysteries, don’t miss this series starter. (Ages 8-12.) |
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Snoop
by Gordon Korman
"If Carter hadn't been checking his phone, he might have seen his brother coming down the ski slopes in his direction. And if Carter had seen his brother in time and avoided the crash, he might not have two broken legs right now. Oops. Now Carter is stuck at home for weeks, with both his legs in casts. Bored, he starts checking out the live feeds from police cams around his town. Before he knows it, he's obsessed--watching his classmates when they don't know he's looking, and discovering some other very strange things going on that no one else is noticing. But what happens when Carter is found out... and the people he's watching know where he lives?" (Ages 9-12)
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| Another by Paul TremblayAlready highly anxious, 12-year-old Casey is extra freaked out when his parents welcome the arrival of Morel, a not-quite-human kid who seems to be made of clay -- clay that’s starting to resemble Casey more and more every day. Perfect for horror fans, this unusual story starts out unsettling and ramps up to downright disturbing.
Read-alike: Kenneth Oppel's The Nest. (Ages 10-13.) |
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The World's End
by David Robertson
"Eli, Morgan and Emily manage to free themselves from captivity as the battle between the humans, animal beings, and Bird Warriors rages on. But there's another, more personal battle, as Eli and an unlikely ally fight to save Mahihkan's life through a previously forbidden portal. When the Sleeping Giant rumbles to life, the stakes hit an all-time high, and Eli has to reach deep within himself to summon the power so that he can protect Misewa against the dangers of colonization forever" (Ages 10+)
Misewa Saga (6)
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The Last Sleepover
by R. L. Stine
Lily and her brother Rory have just moved into a new house after their family spent months renovating it. But someone doesn’t love the changes - the ghost of the girl who died in the house. She’s angry - and ready for revenge. (Ages 8-12)
Goosebumps House of Shivers (5)
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Vida Takes Charge
by Maddy Mara
Join the four Alpha Wings on their adventures in the Magic Forest! These Forever Fairies will need to do all they can to help save the day. (Ages 7-10)
Forever Fairies (6)
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Eva and the New Teacher
by Rebecca Elliott
"Eva and her friends meet a new art teacher who helps them express their feelings through art" (Ages 5-7)
Owl Diaries (21)
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Game Quest: Player Vs Player
by Ash Wu
Don't miss the new highly illustrated chapter book series set in both a Minecraft-style video game world and the real world of elementary school where friendships will be tested, courage will be discovered, and teamwork will always win! (Ages 7-10)
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| Jazzy the Witch in Broom Doom by Jessixa BagleySince she’s no good with a broom, not-so-magical witch Jazzy is usually happy to ignore flying practice to work on building her own bike instead. But with the supermoon broom-flying parade coming up, Jazzy has to boost her broom skills -- fast. This fun and upbeat graphic novel is the 1st in a series. (Ages 7-10.) |
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Warriors: Tigerstar and Sasha
by Erin Hunter
A kittypet named Sasha searches for a new home - and wonders if she might find it with ShadowClan and its leader, Tigerstar, during the events of the Prophecies Begin arc. (Ages 8-12)
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Geronimo Stilton Reporter: Cheese Connection (19)
by Geronimo Stilton
"There is a mysterious cheese shortage in New Mouse City that has everyone in a panic and Geronimo, Thea, Trap and Benjamin are on the case. Who is the elusive, criminal mastermind, Mouse Caponi and what his connection to Marty Mimolette? Read along as the adventure unfolds and find out if Geronimo and his team be able to save the day! " (Ages 7-12)
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Pokemon Sword & Shield (13)
by Hidenori Kusaka
"Casey Shield, a hacker who invented the Dynamax Simulator, and Henry Sword, a boy who repairs gear for Pokâemon, both dream of entering the Galar region's Gym battles. For Casey, it's a chance to reunite with her lost Pokâemon. For Henry, it's an opportunity to search for the fabled Rusted Sword and Rusted Shield. Our team meets the legendary Pokâemon Calyrex, also known as the King of Bountiful Harvest! With the King's aid, Henry is finally reunited with the Rusted Sword and Rusted Shield. Will finallycollecting the lost items be the end of our heroes' journey?!" (Ages 9-12)
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I Survived the Japanese Tsunami, 2011 (12)
by Georgia Ball
A massive earthquake and devastating tsunami hit Japan while Ben is visiting his late father's hometown, pulling Ben's family apart and leaving him stranded in a strange country during an epic disaster. (Ages 8-12)
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Superman's Good Guy Gang
by Rob Justus
Eight-year-old Clark Kent, along with fellow super-powered kids Kendra Saunders and Guy Gardner, forms a club where young heroes can embrace their abilities, grow together, and learn what it means to be a hero (Ages 5-7)
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Miss Camper
by Kat Fajardo
"Sue is heading to Camp Willow this summer! She's looking forward to hiking, archery, and making comics in the fresh air. She's especially excited about LARPing (live-action role-playing) and can't wait for the freedom of being away from home. But she won't be far from family because her big sister, Carmen, is a camp counselor and her little sister, Ester, is a fellow camper and won't give her any space! All Sue wants is to make memories with her friends, but they're assigned to only a few of the same activities. To make matters even worse, her best friend, Sam, has a best camp friend named Marisol? And Sue's good friend Izzy has a crush on Sue?! This summer isn't at all going as planned!" (Ages 8-12)
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Cupcake Diaries: Alexis Cool As a Cupcake (8)
by Coco Simon
Alexis loves being the business manager of the cupcake club. She’s super-organized and loves working out schedules and budgets. But is being in charge “not cool?” Feeling unappreciated, Alexis takes a break from her responsibilities. (Ages 8-12)
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Dream On
by Shannon Hale
Something is missing from Cassie's life. When Cassie gets a letter from a magazine sweepstakes, she thinks it’s the answer to all her problems. But will prizes really solve Cassie’s problems? And what will she lose if she doesn’t win anything at all? (Ages 8-12)
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| The Unexplainable Disappearance of Mars Patel by Sheela ChariBased on a podcast, this intriguing science fiction mystery introduces Mars, a curious sixth-grader who investigates after several local kids -- including two of his friends -- go missing. Mars is determined to find them, even if it means exposing a conspiracy involving a billionaire inventor. Next in the series: The Interplanetary Expedition of Mars Patel. (Ages 10-13.) |
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| The Liars Society by Alyson GerberMeet Weatherby, a new student with a sailing scholarship to the elite Boston School, and Jack, a wealthy Boston student with a dangerous secret. After they’re paired as sailing partners, Weatherby and Jack find themselves caught up in a secret society and racing to solve a high-stakes crime. Next in the series: A Risky Game. (Ages 9-12.) |
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| Shirley & Jamila's Big Fall by Gillian GoerzAfter becoming friends in Shirley & Jamila Save Their Summer, basketball player Jamila and detective Shirley are heading back to school. There, their new friendship is challenged as they face down sixth-grade blackmailer Chuck Milton. This graphic novel mystery is packed with suspense and eye-catching art. Read-alike: Varian Johnson's The Great Greene Heist. (Ages 8-12.) |
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| Temple Alley Summer by Sachiko Kashiwaba; illustrated by Miho Satake; translated by Avery Fischer Udagawa After glimpsing a mysterious girl in his family's old house, Japanese fifth-grader Kazu thinks he's seen a ghost -- until the same girl shows up at his school. Who is she? And what's her connection to the mystical temple which once stood on Kazu's street? For fans of: the movie Spirited Away and other sweet, whimsical supernatural stories. (Ages 8-12.) |
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| Linked by Gordon KormanAfter someone vandalizes their middle school with swatiskas, six different students find their own ways of responding, including Dana, who faces unwanted attention as the only Jewish student. Read-alike: Dana Alison Levy's It Wasn't Me, another school-based mystery that leaves you thinking about the impact of hate and the power of connection. (Ages 9-13.) |
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Contact your librarian for more great books!
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