Middle school is just around the corner for Ryan Hart, which means it’s time to start thinking about the future-and not just how to prank her brother, Ray! During Black History Month, Ryan learns more about her ancestors and local Black pioneers, and their hopes for the future, for her generation. She wonders who she wants to be and what kind of person her family hopes she becomes. Drawing on the ambitions of those who came before her and her own goals, Ryan is determined to turn her dreams into reality.
2025/2026 Crown Award
Reading Level: 0.0
Published by Bloomsbury Children's Books
Copyright February 13, 2025
ISBN# 978-1547614905 (PB)
From the cloud-gazing hours of early spring to the lost bicycles of late autumn, Grant Snider’s brilliantly illustrated Poetry Comics will take you climbing, floating, swimming, and tumbling through all the year’s ups, downs, and in-betweens. He proves that absolutely everything, momentous or minuscule, is worthy of attention, whether snail shells, building blocks, the lamented late bus, or the rare joy of unscuffed shoes. These poems explore everything you never thought to write a poem about, and they’re so fun to read you’ll want to write one yourself. Not to worry, there’s a poem for that, too!
2025/2026 Crown Award
Reading Level: 0.0
Published by Chronicle Books
Copyright February 13, 2025
ISBN# 978-1797219653 (HB)
When a mysterious little free library (guarded by a large orange cat) appears overnight in the small town of Martinville, eleven-year-old Evan plucks two weathered books from its shelves, never suspecting that his life is about to change.
Evan and his best friend Rafe quickly discover a link between one of the old books and a long-ago event that none of the grown-ups want to talk about. The two boys start asking questions whose answers will transform not only their own futures, but the town itself.
2025/2026 Crown Award
Reading Level: 0.0
Published by Feiwel & Friends
Copyright February 13, 2025
ISBN# 978-1250838810 (HB)
Though all our brains look the same, every brain works differently. This Is My Brain! shows readers that understanding how different brains feel and learn can help us connect with others . . . and keep our own brains happy! Through humorous, engaging text and brightly colored art, readers are introduced to the fundamentals of how our brains work, how our unique neurology influences how we think and act, and how the world is a better place when we understand each other’s brains and use them collectively.
2025/2026 Gallery Award
Reading Level: 0.0
Published by Chronicle Books
Copyright February 13, 2025
ISBN# 978-1797228204 (HB)
Spark meaningful discussions about loneliness, friendship, community, and coping with loss with this enchantingly illustrated story about a girl who befriends a monster.
There’s a Thing on my street.
He lives at number 52.
I see him sitting in his front yard when I walk to school.
He was big and lumbering and a wore a tiny top hat perched on top of his rather large head. She didn’t think he had any friends, so she brought him a flower.
It wasn’t long before their friendship bloomed…the Thing was gentle and kind and the adventures they went on were the best she could ever imagine.
2025/2026 Gallery Award
Reading Level: 0.0
Published by Frances Lincoln Childrens Books
Copyright February 13, 2025
ISBN# 978-0711279162 (HB)
Walter is a snail who is really, really bored of leaves. Surely there’s more to life than leaves? His fellow snails are happy just slowly munching away… but not Walter! He wants to try something new.
Walter’s never seen beyond the large, looming leaves and tall towering flowers of his simple, small world. He sets out on an incredible journey full of challenges, unlikely friends and remarkable sights!
2025/2026 Gallery Award
Reading Level: 0.0
Published by Happy Yak
Copyright February 13, 2025
ISBN# 978-0711276826 (HB)
Fred is afraid. Of everything. He spends his days jumping at loud noises, recoiling from scary shadows and hiding from new people. So you can imagine how he felt when a huge, menacing spot appears as if from nowhere. Too terrified to do anything else, Fred hides away from the spot and imagines all the awful things it could be…Luckily, Coco isn’t afraid of anything! She loves exploring new things and sees the best in every new experience that comes her way. When Coco sees the spot she knows that it must be something wonderful. And she’s going to find out what it is. And this time, Fred is going to come with her and face his fears once and for all.
2025/2026 Gallery Award
Reading Level: 0.0
Published by Frances Lincoln Childrens Books
Copyright February 13, 2025
ISBN# 978-0711274884 (HB)
Armadillo sets out to please the jungle animals with classic party treats and games, but everything turns out a little peculiar… like a sponge cake made of sponges and an actual musical chair!
2025/2026 Gallery Award
Reading Level: 0.0
Published by Happy Yak
Copyright February 13, 2025
ISBN# 978-0711276963 (HB)
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