So Many Wonderful New Books!
LittleOne titles are curated by our collection development team. They look for books that will help young readers understand appropriate behavior, improve their social skills, and learn about the world around them. The catalog highlights new forthcoming books that stimulate and expand growing imaginations. It provides titles that tell the story and background of people and different cultures to help readers understand the world and their place in it.
In this catalog you will find engaging social emotional stories, thought-provoking biographies, scary stories, school stories, as well as books that make you laugh out loud. There's something for every young reader. Find new and upcoming titles that will keep young readers entertained and engaged throughout this fall. Make sure you take a look at the article on page 38 on How To Talk About Book Bans.
In books, we experience varying emotions, explore new interests, find alternative ways to interact with friends and family. We discover other ways of seeing the world. The diverse life situations teach us the different ways that problems are solved.
Enjoy!
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Erica's Corner
by ERICA SOMMER
Erica Sommer is the manager of Brodart's Children’s & Young Adult Programs. She is excited to share her insights in article form as a featured LittleOne contributor. Check our upcoming issues for more from Erica!
Greetings, librarians!
As you read this, autumn is upon us, and here in Pennsylvania we are welcoming cooler temperatures and looking forward to seeing many of you at state library conferences across the country!
If you haven’t had a chance to check out Bound to Stay Bound’s KidProof book jackets, test out the guaranteed library bindings, or gaze in wild wonder at the two inches of text-free space at the bottom of each spine—allowing room for stickering without covering important book information—stop and talk with one of our library team members to learn more. Not making it to your conference this year? Email me at bys@brodart.com and I’ll be happy to send you a sample.
I’m excited to introduce a new feature available on our YouTube page—First Chapter Fridays! Introduce your patrons to new titles from well-known and debut authors as they read the first chapters of their latest children's and teen titles! Authors such as Francisco X. Stork, Kim Johnson, Alice Hoffman, Rob Cameron, Lamar Giles, Garth Nix, and others have been featured to date. Share these videos to get patrons engaged and to the library for new titles! Follow us on Facebook to see new videos as they release (on Fridays, of course).
Looking for additional library fun to engage young patrons and make story time planning a breeze? Find tools and ideas on the Brodart Youth Services Resources page ; we continuously add new seasonal and multicultural activities and book club guides, including brand new “spooky” items for fall, graphic novel guides, and items tied to our dyslexia-friendly and decodables BookWorm newsletter features. To catch upcoming features in our 100% youth-focused newsletter, don’t forget to subscribe
We are already hard at work on our Tell Me More: Winter-Spring 2025 Collection Connection title preview coming in January, and until then, our Summer-Fall 2024 YouTube playlist features 20-minute segments from our publishing partners highlighting their forthcoming English, Spanish, and Bilingual youth titles for the second half of 2024. Settle in with a cup of your favorite hot beverage and build that TBR pile just a little higher. Oh, and order some books for your library. ;)
Happy reading!
FALL READING IS FUN!
Baby Animals Trying by Aimee
Dinosaurs in Space by Todd Sturgell
The Snow Thief by Alice Hemming
Hanukkah Pajamakkahs by Dara Henry
Santa is Coming to Chicago by Steve Smallman
by Sara Raasch and Beth Revis
This Ravenous Fate by Hayley Dennings
the Ways to Go by Jessie Janowitz
BIOGRAPHY
The Story of Taylor Swift
Burk, Rachelle / Dorado, Marta (Illustrator)
Discover the life of Taylor Swift. This inspiring chapter book biography tells the story of how Taylor Swift went from being a kid growing up on a Christmas tree farm to a famous singer, songwriter, and entertainer.
Toypurina
Stone, Cheyenne M. / Armand, Glenda / Dorame, Katie (Illustrator)
Callisto Kids
Tired of being subjected to Spanish colonization, medicine woman Toypurina led a revolt against the San Gabriel mission in California on October 25, 1785. This bold picture book highlights an important, lesser-known leader in Indigenous history. Includes educational back matter to enhance the reader’s experience. $18.99
Little Bee Books
Katie, Big and Strong
Cooper, Jennifer / White, Jen (Illustrator)
Katie Sandwina lifted more than carousels and cannons—she also lifted up women everywhere! In 1912, she publicly rallied with her fellow circus performers for women’s suffrage. Discover her story: from her career as a circus strongwoman and pioneering athlete, to her steadfast loyalty to the suffragette movement.
Pat Tillman
Maraniss, Andrew / Hodge, DeAndra (Illustrator)
This is the story of NFL star Pat Tillman, who gave up his NFL career to enlist in the army. Readers learn more about the life and work of Pat Tillman, who left his career to enlist in the army after 9/11, and ultimately was killed by friendly fire.
Sourcebooks Explore
Viking Books for Young Readers
The Ballerina of Auschwitz
Eger, Edith Eva
Edie is a talented dancer and a skilled gymnast with hopes of making the Olympic team. In this young adult edition of the bestselling, award-winning memoir The Choice, Holocaust survivor and renowned psychologist Dr. Edith Eger shares her harrowing experiences and gives readers the gift of hope and strength.
Let’s Fly
Irving, Barrington / Stiefel, Chana / Knight-Justice, Shamar (Illustrator)
The true story of Barrington Irving, who broke records as the youngest person and first Black man to fly solo around the world. As a kid, Barrington Irving moved from Jamaica to Miami and played football— his ticket to success, he thought.
10/01/2024
Atheneum Books for Young Readers
Dial Press
If a book is well written, I always find it too short. —Jane Austen “”
A Flash of Color & Light
Mentyka, Sharon / Couvillion, Shelley (Illustrator)
The first-ever picture book biography of world-renowned glassmaker Dale Chihuly—with stunning watercolor illustrations that reveal the history of the art. Travel along with Dale Chihuly on his life’s journey full of curiosity, discovery, teamwork, and perseverance as he overcomes challenges to become a glass artist of international acclaim.
Mighty Miler
Merino, Kelia / Aranda, Ana (Illustrator)
Mighty Miler is the true story of ultrarunning champion, coach, and New York City schoolteacher Keila Merino. An immigrant from Mexico, she discovered running in the schoolyards of Arizona and has harnessed the sport to hurdle barriers of language, gender, and class.
10/15/2024
Little Bigfoot
Six Foot Press
Halfway There
Mari, Christine
This poignant young adult graphic memoir follows one teen’s year abroad in Japan, as she seeks to reconcile both sides of her biracial identity. Now on the brink of adulthood, Christine decides it’s time to return to the place she once called home.
Yasmeen Lari, Green Architect
Abbas, Marzieh / Hadadi, Hoda (Illustrator)
This poignant eco-biography introduces readers to Pakistan’s first female architect and humanitarian, Yasmeen Lari, who invented sustainable and affordable housing amidst natural disaster. The book includes back matter with photographs of Lari and her work.
$24.99 Hardcover 12-19 B
9780316416658
10/15/2024
Little, Brown and Company
$19.99 Hardcover 3-8 B
9780063285156
10/22/2024
Clarion Books
Listening to Trees
Thompson, Holly / Nakamura, Toshiki (Illustrator)
A poetic and moving picture book biography celebrating the life and work of the visionary Japanese American woodworker George Nakashima. Author Holly Thompson narrates Nakashima’s life using haibun, a combination of haiku and prose, which twines smoothly through Toshiki Nakamura’s earthy illustrations.
$18.99 Hardcover 7-10 B
9780823450497
10/22/2024
Neal Porter Books
You Are Fierce
Odd Dot / Myers, Nneka (Illustrator)
Follow your dreams, work ‘til you hold it, and be inspired by the life of Queen Bey! This inspiring read aloud is a heartfelt wish for all children and a timeless introduction to one of the most awarded, iconic, and beloved musical artists of all time: Beyoncé.
It Belongs to the World
Katzenberger, Lisa / Miss Diabetes (Illustrator)
Discover the story of Frederick Banting, who discovered insulin. His historic contributions to the medical field, and selfless sale of his patent for just one dollar, changed the course of patients managing diabetes forever. As a shy boy, Frederick sought ways to help his family’s sick farm animals feel better.
Love Is Hard Work
Paley, Dan / Tentler-Krylov, Victoria (Illustrator)
Learn how a Catholic nun became one of the twentieth century’s most significant artists and activists in this colorful picture book biography. Author Dan Paley paints a portrait of the little-known but immensely influential pop-art nun whose messages are just as relevant today as they were in years past.
She Went to Space
Hodgkins, Fran
This book for young readers follows Maine native Jessica Meir’s career as a marine biologist, physiologist, and astronaut. Filled with stunning photography from Earth and beyond, it is an inspiration for readers enthralled by science and exploration.
The Purple One
Burgess, Matthew / Thada, Sirin (Illustrator)
From his first forays into writing songs with his school friends to his unprecedented three-album record deal at 19, music icon Prince was never afraid to blaze his own trail. This picture book biography follows Prince from childhood to superstardom, crackling with electricity and soul.
Antoine de Saint-Exupéry
Sánchez Vegara, Maria Isabel / Le Lapin, Martin (Illustrator)
Discover the incredible life of talented pilot and writer Antoine de Saint-Exupéry, the author of The Little Prince. This powerful book features stylish and quirky illustrations and extra facts at the back, including a biographical timeline with historical photos, and a detailed profile of the writer’s life.
Kid Musicians
Stevenson, Robin / Steinfeld, Allison (Illustrator)
Inspiring, relatable biographies tell the childhood stories of a diverse group of musicians, including Taylor Swift, Louis Armstrong, Harry Styles, Mariah Carey, and 12 other influential musicians. Featuring kid-friendly text and full-color illustrations, Kid Musicians highlights renowned musicians who have made an impact on the world of music.
$18.99 Hardcover 3-8 B
9781536220322
11/05/2024
Candlewick Press
$19.95 Hardcover 5-8 B
9781684750726
11/05/2024
Down East Books
$19.95 Hardcover 5-8 B
9781592704224
11/05/2024
Enchanted Lion Books
$15.99 Hardcover 5-8 B
9780711292062
11/05/2024
Frances Lincoln Children’s Books
$14.99 Hardcover 8-12 920
9781683693918
11/12/2024
Quirk Books
FALL INTO A GOOD BOOK
Art © 2024 by Aimée Sicuro
HEALTH
A Feel Better Book for Picky Eaters
Brochmann, Holly / Bowen, Leah / Ng-Benitez, Shirley (Illustrator)
The acclaimed Feel Better Book series now offers an upbeat rhyming story that tackles the challenge many kids face when trying new foods. It uses principles of choice and encouragement, reminding kids that everything they love now was new once, and that food can be fun!
Please Be OK
O’Neill, Diane / Kanavaliuk, Anastasiya (Illustrator)
A brother’s drug use impacts his relationship with his younger sister. Fiona looks up to her big brother, Dylan. But Dylan has stopped spending time with her. As Fiona uncovers the truth, she’ll learn to look past his struggles and remember that he’ll always be the Dylan she loves.
The ABCs of Taking Care of Me
Rose, Ellie / Lee, Esme (Illustrator)
Start your child’s journey to self-care and wellness, one letter at a time with this board book. Set in a bustling household, this story captures the spirit of childhood. Each letter highlights a unique aspect of the child’s day, emphasizing the importance of caring for themselves, their loved ones, and the world around them.
Can You Do This?
Roy, Megan
Brimming with whimsical art, Can You Do This? takes kids through a series of fun physical activities. From stomping their feet to standing on one leg, each page invites participation with fun prompts. These challenges provide the perfect way to expend energy, especially before bedtime.
Magination Press
Albert Whitman & Company
Mayo Clinic Press
Blue Star Press
The Human Body Mysteries Explained
Peraboni, Cristina / De Amicis, Giulia (Illustrator)
More than a human body picture book, this book tells the story of the human body and the complex mechanism that it is, using innovative language and infographics to simplify complex data, information, numbers, and curiosities, making them easily accessible.
How to Pee Your Pants
Wilson, Rachel Michelle
$22.99
9781684811441
10/08/2024
Dragonfruit
Don’t miss this humorous and heartwarming picture book by debut creator Rachel Michelle Wilson about that embarrassing moment in life when you (gasp) pee your pants. This book has some tips to get you through it (including traffic cone pants, extraterrestrial negotiations, food fights, and other very practical techniques). $17.95
Feiwel and Friends
The Yoga Game
Beliveau, Kathy / Zaman, Farida (Illustrator)
The Yoga Game invites children of all ages to play with the words, guess the riddles, and enjoy an actual yoga practice, while introducing the concepts of balance, breath, and focus. Entertaining rhymes, enchanting riddles, and vibrant illustrations create a rich, multi-layered experience.
9781772290660
10/15/2024
Simply Read Books
Even Yetis Get Colds
Tipsey, Carlianne
Having a yeti as a best friend is, well, the best! But every year, Yeti gets a cold. And when he does, he turns into a total grump. So this year, his girl is going to be ready. But finding a cure is a lot harder than it sounds.
This Is My Brain!
Gravel, Elise
10/29/2024
Pixel+Ink
You know you’ve read a good book when you turn the last page and feel a little as if you have lost a friend. —Paul Sweeney
A seriously funny book all about our brains! Award-winning authorillustrator Elise Gravel celebrates the many wonderful ways humans think in a comic-style nonfiction book for curious kids. Acclaimed creator Elise Gravel uses her trademark humor and punchy art to explore the fascinating human brain. $9.99
Chronicle Books
Outdoor Time
Verdick, Elizabeth / Heinlen, Marieka (Illustrator)
In this board book, join a group of toddlers as they dress for outdoors and head outside to shout, run, play, and explore. Through a fall day that brings a sprinkling of raindrops and ends with a few early snowflakes, the children examine and collect outdoor treasures until it’s time to head inside again.
Look and Cook Breakfast
Fisher, Valorie
Designed for children who can’t yet read. Following the same easy-toread visual layout of Look and Cook Snacks, this cookbook features delicious sweet and savory breakfast recipes for the whole family to enjoy—homemade granola, zucchini muffins, and more!
Astra Young Readers
The Science of Babies
Roffman, Deborah / Cable, Frank (Illustrator)
This revolutionary, beautiful and fun picture book is a perfect way to start talking to kids early about reproduction, bodies, birth and families. It will allow parents to establish that this topic, like all others, is safe and healthy to ask and talk about.
Checkups, Shots, and Robots
Rickert, David
Common childhood illnesses and injuries and the methods to cure or treat them can lead to questions. This book offers answers, showing how people learned how to understand and care for the human body, from ancient times to the present day.
Professional Baseball Teams
A home-run for budding baseball fans
Audience
Reading Level: Grade 3
Interest Level: Grades 2–5
Features
32 pages, 8 x 9.5 inches
Full-color and historical photographs
Author/Illustrator biography
Critical-thinking questions
Discussion prompts Fast facts
Index
Informative captions
Informative sidebars
Phonetic glossary
Sources for further research
Suggested websites
Time line of key events
Writing exercises
Teeth
Gargulakova, Magda / Urbankova, Marie (Illustrator)
This book takes young readers on an exciting journey through the intriguing world of dental health, exploring everything from the origins of teeth to their internal structure. Children will discover the reasons behind toothaches, the uniqueness of growing only two sets of teeth, and the importance of early dental care.
(Be Smart About) Screen Time!
Brian, Rachel
Through hilarious comics and vibrant illustrations, readers of all ages will discover how to make good choices, use devices responsibly, find content that’s just right, and be a good friend on and offline. Ultimately technology should ENHANCE your life, NOT overtake it!
Different Kinds of Minds
Grandin, Temple / Koffsky, Ann D. (Adapted by)
This eye-opening book reveals how our brains work—now in paperback! With her knack for making science easy to understand, Temple Grandin explains different types of thinkers: verbal thinkers who are good with language, and visual thinkers who think in pictures and patterns.
9788000072470
11/19/2024
Albatros Media
11/19/2024
Little, Brown Books for Young Readers
11/26/2024
Philomel Books
HUMOR
Little Hare Finds a Gift
Shatokhin, Oleksandr / Kinsella, Ali (Translator)
BestoftheStacks
One morning Little Hare wakes up to a thud on her roof. When she goes outside to investigate, she finds a gift-wrapped package has landed on her house. So starts a search to find the owner. She drags the package all over the forest on the back of her sled.
Lenny Among Ghosts
Reifenberg, Frank Maria / Krapp, Thilo (Illustrator) / Reynolds, Rachel (Translator)
Lenny has no idea what he’s in for when his parents sign him up for a boarding school in an old German castle. Lenny is soon plunged into a world of turning heads, rhyming radio ghosts, invisible pirates, and floating maidens.
Pick and Pocket - Inspector Joe Is on the Case!
Koren, Majda / Stepančič, Damijan (Illustrator) / Limon, David (Translator)
Inspector Joe is used to solving minor cases when he gets called to hunt down two thieving pigs that are constantly breaking the law: Pick and Pocket. In several short stories, we see them shoplifting, snaffling fruit and veg, purloining a van, running from the police, stealing doughnuts, and so on.
All the Jingle Ladies
Garrod, Beth
Molly hates Christmas because she was once the cutest little elf in a viral music video her parents recorded years ago. When Molly meets cute Ru at the video's movie premiere, will she be able to hide her cringe-worthy elf past, or will it be one giant mistletoe blunder?
$18.99 Hardcover 3-6 E 9781636551166 09/24/24
Red Comet Press
$9.99 Trade Paper 8-12 F 9781662517495 10/01/2024
Amazon Crossing Kids
$12.95 Hardcover 8-12 F 9782898024696 10/01/2024
CrackBoom! Books
$11.99 Trade Paper 12-19 F 9781728249001 10/04/2024
Sourcebooks Fire
Bog Myrtle Sharp, Sid
Two sisters, one stubbornly cheerful (Beatrice) and one relentlessly grumpy (Magnolia), live in a drafty old house with a family of helpful spiders. When Beatrice is gifted magic yarn from a giant forest spider obsessed with sustainability, she and the spiders set to work knitting up a perfectly warm sweater.
Still Sal Henkes, Kevin
A stand-alone companion to two-time Newbery Honor author Kevin Henkes’s award-winning and acclaimed The Year of Billy Miller. With themes of family, friendship, and resilience, this very funny school story focuses on Billy’s little sister, Sal, and her first day of first grade.
Blame My Virgo Moon
Woolf, Freja Nicole
Zodiac-obsessed Cat balances feuding friend groups, a school play, and a fledgling romance in this follow-up to Never Trust a Gemini. As Cat struggles to maintain her relationships (and learn her lines), she begins to realize that maybe not all of her problems can be blamed on her Virgo moon.
Rest in Peaches
Brown, Alex
Welcome to a horror comedy/slasher mystery where the final girl (Quinn) is also the legendary school mascot—Peaches the Parrot. When someone sabotages the legendary Peaches costume at the Homecoming Game, Quinn’s left unmasked and humiliated. Seeking the culprit, Quinn publicly unravels the lives of everyone in her path.
Yes I Can! Tell The Time
Little Genius Books
Meet Penny and Ben. This little sister and big brother want to do it all by themselves. They are ready to hit their next milestones! Discover how they learn to tell the time. This board book features circle die cuts and manual clock hands.
$19.99 Hardcover Reinforced 7-10 741.5973
9781773218922
10/08/2024
Annick Press Ltd
$18.99 Hardcover 8-12 F
9780063389625
10/08/2024
Greenwillow Books
$19.99 Hardcover 12-19 F
9781536235302
10/15/2024
Walker Books US
$18.99 Hardcover 14-19 F 9798890030702
10/15/2024
Page Street YA
$9.99 Hardcover 2-5 E
9781960107275
10/15/2024
Little Genius Books
World Series
Fox Plays Ball
Tabor, Corey R.
9780063370920
10/15/2024
Balzer + Bray
I Am NOT Santa Claus!
Fox is ready to play ball! So are Elephant, Rabbit, Bear … and Snail. But who will win the game? The mischievous and fun-loving Fox is back in another humorous and surprising I Can Read, from an awardwinning author-illustrator. $9.99
McBeth, T. L.
This is a hilariously clever picture book about a man with a white beard and a red hat who, despite all evidence to the contrary, insists that he is NOT Santa Claus. Step inside and find out for yourself! Is this the real Santa Claus?
9780593528488
10/15/2024
Flamingo Books
Knight Owl and Early Bird
Denise, Christopher
Knight Owl makes an unlikely friend in the over-zealous Early Bird. There are strange happenings in the forest, and soon Knight Owl and Early Bird find themselves in the throes of danger. Will these two learn to work together to keep themselves and the kingdom safe?
Hot Mess
Kinney, Jeff
When the Heffleys agree to spend summer break with both Mom’s and Dad’s relatives at the same time, they have to figure out how to be in two places at once. With Greg caught in the middle, can the Heffleys pull off the ultimate scheme?
$18.99 Hardcover 3-6 E
9780316564526
10/15/2024
Christy Ottaviano Books
$14.99 Hardcover 8-12 F
9781419766954
10/22/2024
Amulet Books
BestoftheStacks
Slouch
Wyman, Christina
This standalone follow-up to Jawbreaker features the same spot-on middle-grade humor and heart, with an all-new story about a tall girl navigating friendship, family, and boundaries. Stevie Crumb doesn’t want to stand out. But when you’re nearly 5’10” in seventh grade, it’s kind of hard not to.
International Menace
Tokushige, Zoe / Naalchigar, Jennifer (Illustrator)
In this latest laugh-out-loud adventure, Airi’s pranks go global on a family trip to Japan—but is pranking really all it’s cracked up to be? After some of her plans cause problems, Airi starts to question whether her supposedly fun ideas are actually worth it after all.
$17.99 Hardcover 8-12 F
9780374391904
10/22/2024
Farrar Straus & Giroux
$14.99 Hardcover 8-12 F 9780593465844
11/05/2024
Philomel Books
The Love Interest
Comerford, Helen
When Jenna Ray is caught in a disaster, she gets rescued by a handsome new superhero named Blaze. Unfortunately, in the eyes of the public Jenna has now been cast as The Love Interest. Jenna has no interest in being a helpless love interest, kidnapped by villains every other week.
$19.99 Hardcover 12-19 F 9781547614790
11/12/2024
Bloomsbury YA
Grace the Amazing Darlison, Aleesah
The Greatest Heist in Joviala
$11.99
Grace Marshall is eleven years old. She’s curious, precocious, and eccentric. Her only true friend is her art teacher, Pamela. When Grace discovers that Pamela is dying, she embarks on a journey to find a cure for Pamela using miraculous magic. $18.99
Alsaid, Adi
A girl fights to free her sister from a curse while a beautiful mountain is at risk of being turned into a theme park in this giggle-worthy yet heartfelt middle grade adventure, set in the world of The Bravest Warrior in Nefaria
11/15/2024
Wombat Books
11/19/2024
Aladdin
Stopping by Jungle on a Snowy Evening
Morris, Richard T. / Rowan-Zoch, Julie (Illustrator)
This delightfully irreverent picture book dives into the world of Robert Frost’s “Stopping by Woods on a Snowy Evening,” where a boy with a unique vision gives some creative feedback to the famed poet. As Robert Frost sputters in dismay, the boy unleashes poetic mayhem— with chaotic results.
Go for the Gold
Nonamus, Andy / Jindra, Amy (Illustrator)
Everyone knows the Golds: Olympic gold-medalist, all-star athletes who run everywhere they go. A very unlucky kid worries his misfortune has rubbed off on his gifted friend in the sixth book in The Very Worst Ever chapter book series!
Reading one book is
like eating one potato chip.
—Diane Duane
The Rules of Royalty
Dietrich, Cale
Two princes from neighboring countries fall into a whirlwind royal romance in this sparkling spin on The Princess Diaries. At a magnificent summer palace, Erik guides Jamie through the intricacies of royal etiquette, politics, and history. What neither prince anticipates is the connection that sparks between them.
$18.99 Hardcover 3-8 E
9781481478021
11/26/2024
Atheneum/Caitlyn Dlouhy Books
$6.99 Trade Paper 7-10 F
9781665959520
11/26/2024
Little Simon
$25.00 Hardcover 12-19 F
9781250887757
12/10/2024
Wednesday Books
The Famously Funny Parrott
Weiner, Eric Daniel / Biggs, Brian (Illustrator)
Discover four more hilarious stories about the friendship between Freddie the purple parrot and his loyal butler, Peccary. These brandnew adventures find our favorite duo deciphering Morse code, getting into trouble with the town judge, and even trying a new breakfast treat (don’t worry, waffles are still the best!).
$16.99 Hardcover 7-10 F
9780593378243
12/24/2024
Delacorte Press
SCARY STORIES
Mirabelle and the Haunted House
Muncaster,
Harriet
When Mirabelle gets so cross with her brother, Wilbur, that she says she wishes he would just disappear, she doesn’t actually think it will happen. How will she get him to come back? Hopefully, a new friend can lend a ghostly hand.
The Dark Becomes Her Lin, Judy I.
Ruby Chen has always played the part of the dutiful eldest daughter. When a ghost from the spirit world attacks Ruby in the middle of Vancouver’s Chinatown neighborhood, Ruby races to save her sister from demonic possession—and is thrown into an ancient battle over the gateway to the underworld.
Jasmine Is Haunted
Oshiro,
Mark
A queer, Latinx take on Ghostbusters, Jasmine is Haunted is an original contemporary fantasy about ghosts, grief, and the friends that make it all OK. Every apartment Jasmine Garza has ever lived in has been haunted—but none have been haunted by the only ghost that Jasmine cares about: Papi’s.
My Haunted Vow Davis,
Louise
Violet Clark is attending college in New York at one of the most prestigious art schools in the nation. But the past insists on haunting her. As Violet starts to struggle in her dance classes, a mysterious bouquet of roses arrives on her doorstep.
F 9781382055420 10/01/2024
Oxford Children’s
$18.99
10/01/2024
Rick Riordan Presents
$18.99 Hardcover 8-12 F 9781250337290
10/01/2024
Starscape
$21.95 Trade Paper 14-19 F 9781636984315 10/08/2024
Morgan James YA Fiction
Creepy Classroom
Gravel, François / Warriner, David (Translator)
Do you really know what’s lurking in the basement of your school? Lurking in the deep corners of the library there are old student photos, horrific taxidermy, and no exits. Can Matt find his way out before the creepy librarian preserves his presence in the basement forever?
Ghost Dog
Weis, Bob / Scribner, George (Illustrator)
Get set for a white-knuckle journey into magic and adventure in Bob Weis’s debut novel. Herbert recently lost his beloved dog. His parents take him to Disneyland to cheer him up. Herbert rides The Haunted Mansion, and on this fateful night, a ghost really does follow him home.
Orca Book Publishers
Don’t Let the Forest In Drews, C.
G.
Two teen boys attempt to stop terrifying creatures that seem to be coming to life from macabre drawings. Desperate to figure out what’s wrong with his friend, Andrew follows Thomas into the off-limits forest one night and catches him fighting a nightmarish monster—Thomas’s drawings have come to life.
Old Mill Press
Feiwel and Friends
Art © 2024 by Ebony Glenn
Lonely Places
Anderson, Kate
Sixteen-year-old Chase wants normalcy—for herself and for her little sister, Guthrie. But when their ever-on-the-move parents relocate them to a lookout in an eerie forest after a traumatic incident, Chase realizes something sinister is after Guthrie … and only Chase seems aware enough to fight it.
They Watch From Below
De Becerra, Katya
When Addie Velde receives an invitation to attend an early orientation program at the University of the Arches, she eagerly accepts. But from the moment she moves into her gloomy dorm, nicknamed The Crypt, Addie realizes there are more sinister secrets to uncover than sandy days in her future.
9781635831016 10/29/2024 Flux
Snow Drowned
Lyle, Jennifer D.
How can such a small New England island have so many secrets, and harbor so much evil? Gracie Hutchinson is about to find out. With a hundred-year-storm approaching, she and mysterious Joseph Wescott must face the terrifying truth about Fall Island.
Forest Frights
Lerner, Jarrett
Bash the ghost learns to work with trouble-loving vampires in this second book in the sweet and spooky chapter book series. When Vlad and Vicky, the mischievous vampires, join his group project, Bash starts worrying whether this mean-spirited duo are going to take a bite out of his good grade!
I Am the Dark That Answers When You Call
Shea, Jamison
Laure Mesney is on the run. Since losing the ballet and her best friend, Laure struggles to adjust to her new life after emerging from the chaos. As a frenetic Acheron grows more demanding of its chosen, Laure, Andor, and Keturah begin to notice that Elysium is shrinking and dying.
$11.99 Trade Paper 14-19 F 9781728270944
11/05/2024
Sourcebooks Fire
$6.99 Trade Paper 7-10 F 9781665922111
11/05/2024
Aladdin
$19.99 Hardcover 14-19 F 9781250909589
11/12/2024
Henry Holt and Co. (BYR)
We Are the Beasts
Griffis, Gigi
Deaths and disappearances pile up as a mysterious beast stalks the French countryside and two girls seize an unlikely opportunity that just might save them all—or serve them up on a platter. Step into this chilling, historical horror inspired by the unsolved mystery of the Beast of Gévaudan.
What the Woods Took
Gould, Courtney
Yellowjackets meets Girl, Interrupted when a group of troubled teens in a wilderness therapy program find themselves stranded in a forest full of monsters eager to take their place. Stranded and left to fend for themselves, the teens realize they’ll have to trust each other if they want to survive.
The Losting Fountain Senf, Lora
Ember, Miles, and Sam have been called home—only home is a place none of them have ever been before. The choices they make will not only determine their own futures but will also have vast and permanent consequences—they will either restore a cosmic balance or destroy two worlds.
$19.99 Hardcover 12-19 F
9780593707722
12/10/2024
Delacorte Press
$20.00 Hardcover 12-19 F
9781250340672
12/10/2024
Wednesday Books
$19.99 Hardcover 14-19 F
9781454955283
12/31/2024
Union Square & Co
SCHOOL STORIES
Mrs Snitch Is a Witch!
Rankine, Dean
Mrs Snitch is a witch ... or is she? Find out in this bewitching, fun and quirky book with a punchline from Simpsons Comics and illustrator Dean Rankine.
$19.99 Hardcover 3-8 E 9781922514776
10/01/2024
Five Mile
Who Let The Nerves Out?
Ivory, Loreal / Clarke, E. R. (Illustrator)
When a sudden bout of worry and anxiety strikes Mia’s entire class one day, she is determined to discover why, and—most importantly— how to cope. Readers will learn invaluable lessons from Mia’s observations, empathy toward classmates, and open conversations about feelings like worry and anxiety.
The Last Hope School for Magical Delinquents
Preto, Nicki Pau
Lavinia “Vin” Lucas is out of control and out of options. Now, Vin is determined to behave. When a former student begins attacking the magic school, Vin must question just how much she knows about the headmistress and her new home.
Lone Wolf Goes to School
Thomas, Kiah / Steele, K-Fai (Illustrator)
Wolf has just the right amount of friends: NONE. Unfortunately, everywhere he goes, other people are there too. Finally, Wolf hatches a plan. When several people arrive for a party at Wolf’s house ... Wolf will make a quick exit.
$19.99 Hardcover 5-8 E 9798987906903
10/01/2024
Susan Schadt Press
$18.99 Hardcover 8-12 F 9780593528518
10/01/2024
Viking Books for Young Readers
$16.99 Hardcover 5-8 E 9780823457779
10/08/2024
Neal Porter Books
The Class with Wings
Fleischman, Paul / Salyer, Hannah (Illustrator)
A fourth-grade class takes the journey of a lifetime from the comfort of their own classroom as they follow the flightpath of a small (but mighty) bird. In this transcendent picture book, Newberry Medal–winning author Paul Fleischman weaves together a story rich with information, connection, and empathy.
Poppy Song Bakes a Way
Glaser, Karina Yan / Fajardo, Kat (Illustrator)
Poppy Song must navigate both a tricky candy recipe and her grandmother’s increasing forgetfulness in this heartwarming tale. This tender novel from the author of The Vanderbeekers of 141st Street series celebrates all the people, and surprises, that make life sweet.
Last-Place Lin
Chim, Wai / Chiu, Freda (Illustrator)
Lin’s excited about her first school sports day until she finishes last. This relatable picture book focuses on endurance, resilience, and the spirit to keep going. From the award-winning author and Australian Survivor contestant Wai Chim and acclaimed illustrator Freda Chiu.
The Best Friend Bracelet
Collier, Nicole D.
A tender, funny story about making—and keeping—friends. Wanting a BFF of her own, 12-year-old Zariah accidentally crafts a magical friendship bracelet that turns anyone who wears it into her best friend, with disastrous—and hilarious—results!
$18.99 Hardcover 3-8 E
9781949480436
10/08/2024
Cameron Kids
$15.99 Hardcover 7-10 F
9781523526529
10/08/2024
Algonquin Young Readers
$17.99 Hardcover 3-6 E
9781761067754
10/15/2024
A&U Children
$18.99 Hardcover 8-12 F
9780063326163
10/15/2024
Clarion Books
Tangleroot
Williams, Kalela
This debut YA novel features history and mystery. Eighteen-year-old Noni Reid and her mother, a renowned scholar of Black literature, move into the “big house” on Tangleroot Plantation. Then Noni stumbles upon the headstone of a girl buried with her newborn. This girl shares a name with Noni’s Black grandmother.
$19.99 Hardcover 14-19 F
9781250880666
10/15/2024
Feiwel and Friends
Ethan Goes to Recess
Glover, Angela L. / Arant, Bruce (Illustrator)
Throughout Ethan’s kindergarten year, he navigates new obstacles in and out of school. With the help of his third-grade cousin, Lucy, and the supportive grownups at his school and home, Ethan overcomes bullying and encounters new friends.
The Sky Is Not Blue
Jones, Joy / Cloud, Sawyer (Illustrator)
A boy’s creativity and self-confidence challenge and inspire his teacher. What do you see outside your window? If you’re like Robert, you’ll see that the sky isn’t always blue. Robert has an artist’s eye and an independent mind who knows what he knows, even when his teacher, Mrs. Murphy, disagrees.
Reasons to Look at the Night Sky
Daniel, Danielle
A sensitive novel in verse about a space-obsessed girl who dreams of becoming an astronaut. When Luna’s teacher is unexpectedly replaced with a substitute, Luna’s carefully laid plans are crushed. And that’s not all that’s shifting—changes at home and in Luna’s friendships also have her feeling topsy-turvy.
$19.95 Hardcover 3-8 E
9781960259059
10/29/2024
BookPress Publishing
10/29/2024
Free Spirit Publishing
Tundra Books
Numbers
Despres, Mk Smith / Watanabe, Aya (Illustrator)
9798888592243
11/05/2024
Barefoot Books
So Cold!
Coy, John / Park, Chris (Illustrator)
Join a class of kids at daycare as they find numbers one to 10 throughout the day, at drop-off, snack time, rest time, and on the playground—then say goodbye at pickup time together! $17.95 Hardcover 3-6 E
Embrace the cold with this engaging children’s book about a father and son who practice science experiments using household objects outside on a snowy day. Together the two experiment: What happens when boiling water is flung into the air? Or when maple syrup is poured on clean snow?
9781681342948
11/10/2024
Minnesota Historical Society Press
Dinosaurs for Dylan
Gulovsen, Tracy / Vermuelen-Potter, Renate (Illustrator)
$18.95
9781605379890
11/12/2024
Clavis Publishing
Schoolapalooza!
This touching, inclusive tale explores the complexities of friendship, especially when faced with differences. Join Ellie on a heartwarming journey as she endeavors to connect with her classmate, Dylan, who is predominantly nonverbal. Determined to bridge the gap, Ellie pours her heart into creating drawings of Dylan’s favorite animals: dinosaurs. $19.99
Van Cleave, Ryan G. (Editor) / Jäger, Laura Vitória (Illustrator)
Twenty-six children’s poets—from Jane Yolen and Heidi Stemple to Charles Waters and Marilyn Singer—cheer, wail, and salute the classroom in this silly tribute to school. Backmatter includes explanations of poetry techniques used in the book, with specific examples and additional poetry prompts and ideas.
Groundhog Day
McNamara, Margaret / Gordon, Mike (Illustrator)
The first graders of Robin Hill School learn about Groundhog Day in this Level 1 Ready-to-Read story, now in hardcover for the first time! It’s Groundhog Day in Mrs. Connor’s class. But instead of a real groundhog, they wait to see if Chester the hamster will see his shadow.
9781638192138
12/03/2024
Moonshower
$17.99
9781665959117
12/03/2024
Simon Spotlight
SOCIAL & EMOTIONAL
I, Too, Am Here
Christie, Morgan / Berot, Marley (Illustrator)
09/10/2024
Second Story Press
The Rescues Best Day Ever
A multigenerational exploration of immigration, racism, and belonging inspired by Langston Hughes’s poem, “I, Too.” The street a young girl lives on is made up of families from around the world. Her own story begins here in this country, but she is sometimes made to feel she does not belong. $14.00
Greenwald, Tommy / Greenwald, Charlie / Pate, Shiho (Illustrator)
09/17/2024
Red Comet Press
The Sharing Circle
A trip to the vet, an unexpected storm, and overactive imaginations contribute to three stories that take place in one exhausting day. Moose, Bear, and Tiger have a stressful time facing up to their fears, and eventually find comfort in a comfy chair at the end of a busy day! $17.95
Larsen-Jonasson, Theresa “Corky” / Von Innerebner, Jessika (Illustrator)
When two red foxes have an argument that breaks apart their community, a gentle buffalo decides to take a braid of sweetgrass to a local Elder and asks her to help with a sharing circle for all the animals. This wonderful book inspires social-emotional learning, encouraging community and relationship building.
Eighteen Flowers for Grandma
Goldberg, Alison / White, Jesse (Illustrator)
A celebration of family, culture, and the enduring bond between generations. Sadie’s grandmother is studying art and invites Sadie to learn and share her passion. But Sadie’s grandmother passes on more than her love of art to her grandchild; she also shares her knowledge of Jewish cultural traditions.
09/24/2024
Medicine Wheel Publishing
$19.99
Red Comet Press
Get the Giggles
Pizza, Andy J. / Miller, Sophie
When you feel fed up, how do you lift your mood? Laugh out loud as you turn the pages to see how funny pretend laughter can be! With this book in hand, take a moment to be silly, boost your mood, and experience joy and connection through laughter.
Little Egg
duporess labs / Uno, Kat (Illustrator)
We all have lots of emotions, and in this board book, tots will will love learning more about them alongside a friendly Little Egg. Using simple text and charming illustrations, our adorable Little Egg presents each emotion and assures tots that it is completely normal to feel confused about our feelings.
Hair Like Obama’s, Hands Like Lebron’s
Weatherford, Carole Boston / Durr, Savanna (Illustrator)
Inspired by the famous White House photograph of five-year-old Jacob Philadelphia touching then-president Barack Obama’s hair, Weatherford’s powerful text—illuminated by Savanna Durr’s warm, jewel-toned art—is an ode to all the things that make Black and brown kids beautiful.
What Lolo Wants
Oxtra, Cristina / Bauza, Jamie (Illustrator)
In this heartwarming and poignant story, a girl and her grandfather share a love beyond words. Every night, Maria and Lolo draw together. One day, things start to change. Lolo does not feel well. And when Maria asks him to draw, he says he needs to rest.
The Zoo Inside Me
Doyle, Ruth / Baeten, Yessica (Illustrator)
Meet your animal alter-egos in this picture book about dealing with behavioral challenges—and recognizing the effect they can have on others. Sometimes we feel brave as a lion or shy like a mouse ... and that zoo inside our heads can make us behave differently on the outside.
10/01/2024
Chronicle Books
10/01/2024
DMN
$18.99
9781419771484
10/01/2024
Abrams Appleseed
$21.99 Hardcover 3-6 E
9781525308369
10/01/2024
Kids Can Press
$18.99 Hardcover
3-8 E
9798765643501
10/01/2024
Andersen Press USA
The Adventures of Rabbitwoman and Dogman
Schattner, Gillie / Schattner, Marc
Ready for adventure? Join explorers Rabbitwoman and Dogman on a whirlwind trip around the world to meet endangered animals that need our help. Learn about how each one plays a vital role in the life of our planet and how their survival rests in our hands.
Answers to Dog
Hautman, Pete
Evan doesn’t seem to fit in at school or at home. But when a burrcovered border collie—a survivor with a gut instinct about the Boy— starts following him around and joining him on his runs, Evan’s simple duck-and-dodge existence becomes a lot more complicated.
9781510780538 10/01/2024
Sky Pony Press
BestoftheStacks
A Mitzvah for George Washington
Burk, Rachelle / Fedele, Chiara (Illustrator)
10/01/2024
Creston Books
The Girls of Skylark Lane
President George Washington is visiting the Jewish community of Newport, RI. And Bella has to come up with a way for the Jewish children of Newport to show the president how much they appreciate his support. Young voices count in this story based on true events. “An effective, history-focused picture book.” (Booklist) $19.99
Benway, Robin
Aggie and Jac might be twins, but lately they haven’t felt the same about anything. National Book Award Winner Robin Benway’s debut middle grade novel is Babysitters Club meets Sandlot when twin sisters join a ragtag neighborhood girls softball team at a time when growing up could mean growing apart.
A Guide to Grief
Imperi, Cole / Jagoe, Bianca (Illustrator)
This book is the wise and compassionate friend you need when you experience grief and loss. Grief traditions from different cultures and throughout history remind you that this is a universal experience, and you are not alone. This guide has been sensitively reviewed by experts in the field.
Bringing Back Kay-Kay
Kothari, Dev
When her older brother, Karthik—Kay-Kay, the golden child of the family—doesn’t return from camp, Lena undertakes a search— reading mysterious poems left in his backpack, interrogating his fellows from the train, retracing his route, and encountering shadowy strangers along the way.
A Kids Book About Diversity
Gordon, Charnaie
When you open your life to diversity, you learn to respect and celebrate the differences that make everyone special—including your own. This book was made to help kids understand what diversity is and how to actively embrace diversity in every aspect of their lives.
10/01/2024
HarperCollins
$18.99
10/01/2024
Kids Can Press
$18.99 Hardcover 10-14 F 9781536233643
10/01/2024
Walker Books US
$19.99 Hardcover 5-8 305.8
9780593843932
10/08/2024
DK Publishing
BestoftheStacks
BestoftheStacks
Chasing the Shy Town
McGann, Erika / Galmés, Toni (Illustrator)
Senan uses his binoculars to spy out a sweet little place on a hill. Senan calls it the Shy Town because it often hides and is hard to find. He and his next-door friend Joshua set off with Senan’s grandmother (in a ramshackle wheelchair) to find this elusive place.
Finding Courage
Pattison, Darcy / Wajda, Angieszka (Illustrator)
When Papa breaks his leg, it heals, but he won't try walking again. The family becomes sad—and sadder. A neighbor tells Liana that Papa has lost his courage. Determined to help, she asks everyone in the neighborhood, "What is courage?"
Hurt Help Hope
Moll, Clarissa / Moll, Fiona
This is a sensitive grief guide written for teens by a grieving teen and her mother. The guide divides lists of relatable questions into five categories covering topics like funeral logistics, how your body copes with grief, how grief affects your faith in God, how to manage feelings, and more.
Lila Said No!
Frayard, Kiki / Bennett, Aileen (Ilustrator)
A sharp-witted story about the antics of a charmingly defiant fouryear-old girl simply delighted to test the will and patience of her well-meaning parents. Lila regularly says “no” to her parents’ daily requests, like getting dressed for school and taking a bath.
Patience . . .
Williams, Rachel / Lord, Leonie (Illustrator)
Learn why good things are worth the wait! Discover how long it takes for the sun’s light to reach Earth, for the moon to rise and fall, and more. By understanding how everything has a time and place, readers will be better able to cope with not having things instantly.
9781915071514
10/08/2024
Little Island Books
9781629442495
10/08/2024
Mims House
9781496487247
10/08/2024
Wander
$21.99 Hardcover 3-6 E
9798989403431
10/15/2024
Susan Schadt Press
$24.99 Hardcover 8-12 363.7
9781419774638
10/15/2024
Magic Cat
Agreement Under the Stars
Rosique, Susana
When quarrels disrupt a forest’s harmony, an emergency team decides that the animals should take turns using the forest during the daytime and at night. Join this nocturnal adventure, where we learn about the importance of dialogue, empathy, and solidarity to ensure peace.
Mandeep’s Cloudy Days
Brar, Kuljinder Kaur / Kaur, Samrath (Illustrator)
This beautiful picture book explores how to cope with difficult and complex emotions when we’re away from the people we love. Spending time with her dad makes Mandeep’s days shine. But when Dad starts a job as a truck driver, he starts spending most of his week away from home.
$19.95 Hardcover 3-8 E
9788419464828
10/21/2024
Cuento De Luz SL
$18.99 Hardcover 3-6 E
9781773219059
10/22/2024
Annick Press Ltd
All Mixed Up
Tawney, Raj
A multi-ethnic American boy forges a complex friendship with a Pakistani immigrant in the wake of 9/11. It’s 2002—less than one year after the September 11th attacks—and sixth-grader Kamal Rao is tackling a brave new world of challenges.
Missing Momma
Bingham, Winsome / Jomepour-Bell, Rahele (Illustrator)
9781223188553
10/28/2024
Paw Prints
A tender picture book about a veteran’s PTSD and a family’s love for each other—on good days and hard days. When Momma comes home from a long deployment, something has changed. Our narrator, Momma’s “Baby,” misses the big hugs, uniform fashion shows, and music mornings they used to share. $17.99
We Are Not Alone
Bury, Katryn
An earnest and hopeful story of unlikely friendship that follows Sam, a recent cancer survivor, and a popular girl at school who come together on a quest to uncover the truth about alien life in honor of Sam’s best friend’s final wishes.
Creep It Under Wraps
Cuevas, Adrianna
10/29/2024
Abrams Books for Young Readers
$19.99 Hardcover 8-12 F
9780063337411
10/29/2024
HarperCollins
$14.99 Hardcover 10-14 F
9781419772924
10/29/2024
Amulet Books
Outdoor Time
On a visit to the human world, Cleo discovers a tradition that completely escaped her: Monster Con, where humans gather to dress up as their favorite monsters. Convinced that this is what Monster High has been missing, Cleo decides to put on the school’s first ever Human Con. $9.99
Verdick, Elizabeth / Heinlen, Marieka (Illustrator)
Outdoor time is fresh-air fun time, with a wealth of opportunities for movement, creative play, and discovery. In this board book, join a group of toddlers as they dress for outdoors; find balls, pails, binoculars, and treasures; and head outside to shout, run, play, and explore.
9798885543934
11/05/2024
Free Spirit Publishing
Love Always Everywhere
Massini, Sarah
A joyful, inspirational board book that celebrates love in its many forms. Whether quiet, loud, shy or proud, the lyrical yet simple text champions love for a faithful pet, a best friend, or simply your most favorite person in the WHOLE world.
Rocket Puppies
Joyce, William
A heavy case of the blues is spreading across the world. Here come the Rocket Puppies! These impossibly cute canines hiccup bubbles that play songs, stop bees from stinging, and keep recesses rainfree. Slowly but surely, everyone’s frowns turn upside down. But not everyone wants to be cheerful.
Today
Vescio, Robert / Byrne, Felicity (Illustrator)
Today sends a message that little things are special and fun, as a child and his best friend—a bear—play and share together. This story is perfect in starting a conversation with young children about the ever-changing world we live in and our relationships.
$8.99 Hardcover 2-5 E 9798887770840
11/05/2024
Nosy Crow
$18.99 Hardcover 3-8 E 9781665961332
11/05/2024
Atheneum/Caitlyn Dlouhy Books
$18.99 Hardcover 3-8 E 9780645418439 11/12/2024
Little Pink Dog Books
Your Very Own Self
Ciccio, Adam / Zajac, Malgorzata (Illustrator)
Through relatable stories and insightful tips drawn from his own experiences in outpatient mental health care, Ciccio explores the daily obstacles and mental health of children, providing valuable insights for both children and adults alike. This is a must-read for anyone seeking to foster positive self-esteem and resilience in young minds.
Karen’s In Love
Martin, Ann M. / Almeda, Christine (Illustrator)
At first, Karen and Ricky were enemies. But now they like each other. They are even going to get married. Only now Karen and Ricky are in a big fight! Will Karen and Ricky make up ... or break up?
$19.95 Hardcover 5-8 E
9781605379739
11/12/2024
Clavis Publishing
$6.99 Trade Paper 7-10 F
9781339037653
11/12/2024
Scholastic Inc
Believe you can and you’re halfway there.
—Theodore Roosevelt “”
The Empty Place
Cole, Olivia A.
When Henry’s father goes missing in the forest on her tenth birthday, her entire world shatters. The last thing she expects is for him to emerge from the trees exactly one year later, unharmed and bearing a gift for her—a strange necklace.
All My Bests
Meiser, Britnee
In the tradition of Hello, Goodbye, and Everything in Between, this smart and emotional romance told through playlists and memories follows two young teens struggling to hold on to each other as their friendship changes.
$16.99 Hardcover 8-12 F
9780316449427
11/12/2024
Little, Brown Books for Young Readers
$18.99 Hardcover 10-14 F
9781665948227
11/12/2024
Aladdin
Flopping in a Winter Wonderland
Jason June
This LGBTQ dual-POV rom-com is set on a year-round holiday-themed island. All Aaron wants for Christmas is for his brother to get over his ex. All Kris wants for Christmas is for his uncle to move back to Winter Wonderland to be the first gay Santa.
Happy & Sad & Everything True
Thayer, Alex
This debut middle grade novel is a heartfelt, hopeful story about a girl—Dee—finding herself through secretly giving out advice to classmates. And when Dee starts receiving mysterious notes, it seems someone out there wants to be her friend—if only they would reveal themselves.
$19.99 Hardcover 14-19 F
9780063260085
11/12/2024
HarperTeen
$17.99 Hardcover 10-14 F
9781665955249
11/12/2024
Aladdin
Retro Rhythms
Towers, Andrea / Lawrence, Briana / Jauregui, Alexis (Illustrator)
The friends discover a new game at a local arcade, Dance Dance Rhythms. (Okay, maybe it’s not that new. In fact, it’s a little retro.) But mistakes happen and it’s up to Jess to put them right, or else her mom’s dreams could be CRUSHED.
Springtime Storks
Munro, Carol Joy / O’Byrne, Chelsea (Illustrator)
Based on the true story of two storks whose dedication to each other captured the world’s attention, this tale is a heartfelt call to protect the routes of migratory birds. Katerina and Luka, mated white storks, are flying when Katerina is shot down by a hunter and left severely injured.
Alana’s Cupcake Garden
Simon, Coco / Lopez, Manuela (Illustrator)
Alana Wilson loves her new friends. She just doesn’t have time to see them. Worse yet, she just found out her grandmother’s flower shop may have to close due to low sales. Can Alana find a way to bring her old and new friends together and save Grammy’s flower shop?
Little Owl’s Love
Srinivasan, Divya
Now published as a board book, the star of the Little Owl series returns to find love in his beloved nighttime forest. Gliding along, Little Owl looks for the things that make him happy—shimmering stars, winking fireflies, and most of all, spending time with his good friends.
Things to Make and Do for People You
Love
Nolan, Kate
Little children will love creating the cards and gifts in this delightful craft book for their friends and family, perfect for celebrating birthdays, Mother’s Day, Valentine’s Day or “just because.” Each craft activity is clearly explained and illustrated, with step-by-step instructions and photos of the finished project.
$21.99 Hardcover 8-12 F
9781524892173
11/19/2024
Andrews McMeel Publishing
$18.99 Hardcover 3-8 E 9781662651212
12/10/2024
Minerva
$17.99 Hardcover 7-10 F
9781665963343
12/10/2024
Simon Spotlight
$8.99 Hardcover 2-5 E
9780593691458
12/17/2024
Viking Books for Young Readers
$5.99 Trade Paper 3-6 745.54
9781805078388
12/17/2024
Usborne
Mindfulness for Teen Anxiety
Roberts, Jamie D.
Show teens how changing the way they think about their problems can help them overcome their worries. This practical, easy-to-digest guide for teens presents mindfulness as an effective strategy to relieve daily anxiety and stress, with approximately 30 exercises, assessment quizzes, and tools.
Wilder Child
Sowder, Nicolette / Yim, Myo (Illustrator)
This lyrical read-aloud picture book follows a group of children as they explore their relationship with the natural world—from insects to dandelions to playing in the mud. Based on a popular poem, this is a joyful celebration of the ability children have to cherish all living things.
9798886509960
12/24/2024
Callisto Teens
9780593652367
12/31/2024
Random House Studio
WORLD CULTURES
Birth of the Chosen One
Wildman, Terry / Buchanan, Hannah Noel (Illustrator) / Buchanan, Holly (Illustrator)
Every year at Christmas, Christians around the world celebrate the birth of Jesus—the Chosen One. This unique retelling is an Indigenous translation that recounts the Creator’s Story following the tradition of Native storytellers’ oral cultures. Discover the Christmas story afresh with the kids in your life.
Ayo’s Adventure
Drew, Ain Heath / Robinson, Erin K. (Illustrator)
Ayo takes an imaginative journey around the globe to discover the beauty and resilience of the African diaspora. When Ayo drifts off to sleep, his dreams take him on an extraordinary journey through space, time, and the alphabet. Extensive endnotes dive deeper into the diaspora and featured cultures.
Message in the Mooncake
Chow, Sapphire / Liu, Xiaojie (Illustrator)
Set 800 years ago in the Yuan dynasty, Su-Ling and her family live in a village where the Mongols have invaded and made life very difficult for them. But the village is planning a rebellion against Mongolian invaders. Can Su-Ling use her courage to deliver a secret message?
IVP Kids
Barefoot Books
Barefoot Books
Tales of Ancient Egypt
Cook, Hugo / Avedikian, Sona (Illustrator)
A beautifully illustrated compendium of stories and myths from ancient Egypt. Told with great fun and impeccably researched, readers will slip into a tomb at night with a band of tomb robbers, and witness epic battles featuring elephants and ostriches. Interspersed throughout are pages explaining the history of ancient Egypt.
Amazing Asia
Sirdeshpande, Rashmi / Lyon, Jason (Illustrator)
Discover the incredible history and diversity of Asia in all its splendor with this stunningly illustrated and fact-filled encyclopedia. Dive deep into this vast and epic continent to consider its incredible past, fascinating present, and exciting future. Amazing Asia celebrates Asia’s five geographic regions.
We Celebrate the Light
Yolen, Jane / Stemple, Heidi E. Y. / Chen, Jieting (Illustrator)
Discover seven different winter holidays observed in the U.S. and the traditions that unite them all. Diwali, Solstice, Christmas, Chanukah, Kwanzaa, Bodhi Day, and Lunar New Year are visually depicted in turn, accompanying a stunning, read-aloud text that speaks of the traditions that link them all together.
Explore Canada
Asnong, Jocey
Featuring capital cities, provinces, and territories, this lyrical board book is filled with whimsical illustrations that celebrate the diverse landscape, heritage, and outdoor traditions that make Canada unique. Hear the cry of the loon in Ontario, play hockey on Winnipeg’s river ice, and toboggan in Quebec City.
Around Barcelona
Celli, Daniela / Re, Laura (Illustrator)
Children can explore Barcelona in this fun travel guide made just for them! With this children’s travel guide, they can visit popular sites like the Sagrada Familia, Parc Güell, cable cars, and Tibidabo amusement park. The book is separated into different itineraries and includes facts about each iconic place visited.
The Four Imams
Hammuda, Ali / Sarwar, Zimarina (Adapted by) / Jahani, Arash (Illustrator) / Antonelli, Martha (Illustrator)
The Four Imams provides an engaging and informative account of the four most well-renowned Imams in Islamic history—Iman Abu Hanifa, Imam Malik, Imam Shafi’i and Imam Ahmad. Adopting a story-telling style, it relays biographical information, summarizing their fascinating life journeys, alongside lessons and conclusions that provide ageappropriate, real-world applications.
10/01/2024
Wide Eyed Editions
Rise x Penguin Workshop
Rocky Mountain Books
$14.99 Hardcover
White Star Kids
Kube Publishing Ltd
Togo to the Rescue
Potter, Mélisande / Potter, Giselle (Illustrator)
You may know Balto—now explore the true story of Togo, the heroic Siberian Husky who traveled through a terrifying blizzard to help deliver life-saving medicine to children in need. This incredible true story celebrates courage and determination in the face of unimaginable circumstances.
Our World
Jenkins, Steve
From Caldecott Honor–winning author-illustrator Steve Jenkins comes a fascinating, comprehensive, and in-depth look at our world as seen through numbers, facts, and stunning infographics. This book opens wide on the solar system and then zooms in on planet Earth—its history, its creatures, its climate, and its future.
Timelines of Extraordinary Lives
DK Publishing
Get the inside track on the incredible lives of history’s biggest names, from William Shakespeare to Oprah Winfrey, and Anne Frank to Julius Caesar. More than 150 visual timelines take you on unforgettable journeys through the lives of the great, the terrible, and the overlooked people of world history.
Salt, Pepper, Season, Spice
Pasquet, Jacques / Anghinolfi, Claire (Illustrator) / Boulanger, Ann Marie (Translator)
The stories of the flavors we love are steeped in history, mythology, and cultures from around the world. Discover where our favorite spices, condiments, and confections come from and how they’re grown, harvested, and prepared. Find out how they’re used to enhance and create flavors in the foods we love.
Melanin Magic
Trenou, Dossé-Via / James, Catmouse (Illustrator)
Welcome to Forest Magic School, where young mystics learn about African spiritualty through astrology, plant magic, cowrie divination, breathwork, and the magic within melanin! Through a beautifully woven narrative with easy-to-digest prompts and thought questions throughout, this is the guide for any juvenile mystic seeking deeper knowledge about their heritage.
10/15/2024
Christy Ottaviano Books
Clarion Books
10/15/2024
DK Publishing
Orca Book Publishers
Running Press Kids
Black Artists Shaping the World
Jackson, Sharna / Chi, Marilyn Esther (Illustrator)
Through 14 stories, this picture book edition of the multi-awardwinning Black Artists Shaping the World makes the work and lives of Black artists accessible to younger readers. Featuring full-color reproductions of 14 artworks and illustrations of the artists at work, this is an ideal introduction to contemporary art for children.
Flight for Freedom
Fulton, Kristen / Kuhlmann, Torben (Illustrator)
Commemorate the 35th anniversary of the fall of the Berlin Wall with the inspiring true story of Peter Wetzel’s escape from East Berlin to West Berlin via hot air balloon! This is the true story of one child and his family as they risk their lives in search of freedom.
The Magnificent Book of Treasures: Japan
Chrisp, Peter / Nobati, Eugenia (Illustrator)
Travel across more than 2,000 years of history as you visit the ancient islands of Japan. See the stunning masks of the Noh theater and watch sumo wrestlers in action. Dozens of Japanese treasures are depicted in detailed full-color illustrations accompanied by fascinating facts about their use, lore, and history.
The Prohibition Era
Viola, Jason / Langridge, Roger (Illustrator)
Visit the Prohibition Era and see how the business of booze became a criminal enterprise! In 1919, the United States ratified an amendment to the Constitution that outlawed the manufacture, transportation, and sale of alcohol. An entire industry moved underground as countless citizens became criminals.
Kuekuatsheu Creates the World
Picard, Annie / Jancewicz, Elizabeth (Illustrator) / Rich, Penash (Translator)
After a flood, a wolverine will rebuild the world if only he can get a handful of dirt. Will the little muskrat succeed where others have failed? The story of how the world came to be on a turtle’s back can be found in Indigenous cultures throughout North America/Turtle Island.
10/22/2024
Thames & Hudson Ltd
10/22/2024
First Second
Running the Goat
Coming Home
Honyouti, Mavasta
From master Hopi woodcarver Mavasta Honyouti comes the story of his grandfather’s experience at a residential boarding school and how he returned home to pass their traditions down to future generations. The book—written in English and Hopi—features 16 stunning original painted wood carvings.
24 Hours in Antarctica
Prentice, Andy / Kling, Laurent (Illustrator)
Join a friendly mechanic for a day working on a research base and out on the ice. Learn about the challenges of surviving in the Antarctic, explore the landscape, and meet local wildlife as you discover the amazing and important science that is being done down in the South Pole.
Where Is Yellowstone?
Fabiny, Sarah / Marchesi, Stephen (Illustrator)
Which famous national park features a geyser that shoots water 185 feet into the air and thousands of American bison? Journey into the history of Yellowstone and its famous wildlife, canyons, rivers, forests, and more in this illustrated book for young readers!
Bandit’s Daughter
Mason, Simon / Pinelli, Amerigo (Illustrator)
An extraordinary true adventure story—how the bandit’s daughter Mu Guiying became a great general in Ancient China. In the early 11th century, General Yang sends his son Zongbao to exterminate the bandit living in Dragon-Taming Wood. There, Zongbao is surprised by the bandit’s teenage daughter, a kung fu prodigy.
My Father’s House
Javaherbin, Mina / Yankey, Lindsey (Illustrator)
In a warm, vibrantly illustrated story drawn from the author’s childhood memories, the team behind My Grandma and Me follow a girl and her father as they explore the wondrous city of Isfahan, Iran—and his family home.
11/05/2024
Levine Querido
Usborne
Penguin Workshop
Pushkin Children’s Books
Candlewick Press
