Fabulous Summer Reads for Kids

The Eyes and the Impossible
By Dave Eggers, Illustrated by Shawn Harris
An enthralling novel for all ages by award-winning author Dave Eggers, told from the perspective of one uniquely endearing dog—featuring beautiful artwork from Caldecott honoree Shawn Harris.
$12.99 on Amazon, click here to buy!

Impossible Creatures
By Katherine Rundell, Illustrated by Ashley Mackenzie
A breathtaking new fantasy world: In the Archipelago, all the creatures of myth are real—and in danger. A daring adventure: Two kids embark on an urgent quest to save the last magical place on earth.
$11.99 on Amazon, click here to buy!

The Library of Unruly Treasures
By Jeanne Birdsall, Illustrated by Matt Phelan
The Borrowers meets Matilida in this funny, winning story of a girl who finds herself an unlikely hero when she stumbles upon a big secret about little creatures. The latest book from the National Book Award winning author of the Penderwicks series.
$17.99 on Amazon, click here to buy!

Almanac 2026
By National Geographic Kids
Packed with incredible photos, tons of fun facts, activities, exclusive National Geographic Explorer interviews, and fascinating features about animals, science, nature, and more!
$13.48 on Amazon, click here to buy!

If I Drove an Ice Cream Truck
By Random House
The Cat in the Hat imagines driving an ice cream truck with Thing One and Thing Two as his helpers in this hilarious new Beginner Book—and follow-up to If I Were Saint Nick by the Cat in the Hat—that’s perfect for summer reading!
$5.98 on Amazon, click here to buy!

Heatwave
By Lauren Redniss
A picture book from an award-winning artist that uses vibrant reds and blues to stunningly evoke the intensity of a heatwave and the refreshing relief that comes with an unexpected downpour of a cooling rain.
$10.67 on Amazon, click here to buy!

If You Spot a Shell
By Aimée Sicuro
A stunning companion to If You Find a Leaf, this cheery picture book captures the excitement of summer and encourages children to see their collected seashells in an entirely new way. The artist incorporates real shells into her exquisite illustrations.
$11.60 on Amazon, click here to buy!

Mango Memories 
By Sita Singh, Illustrated by Nabi H. Ali
Here is a completely captivating picture book that celebrates family, tradition…and mangoes! Every summer, the branches of a little girl’s favorite tree droops heavy with mangoes. And this year, she is finallyold enough to help her family harvest them.
$12.44 on Amazon, click here to buy!

Fourth of July Fun 
By Deb Adamson, Illustrated by Taia Morley
Fourth of July Fun! is a part of the Little Golden Book collection. Add storytime to your July 4th celebration and enjoy this rhyming Little Golden Book about a family having fun doing lots of Independence Day activities.
$5.99 on Amazon, click here to buy! 

Kickturn
By Brie Spangler
Lindy has gotten used to life on the road in her parents refurbished school bus. But when the bus breaks down in San Jose, will she finally get to meet her skateboarding idol—and maybe the chance to put down roots, too? This illustrated coming of age novel explores the importance of trying new things and the community you find when you do.
$17.99 on Amazon, click here to buy.

Operation Sisterhood: Stealing the Show
By Olugbemisola Rhuday-Perkovich
The Operation Sisterhood series continues as the four sisters decide to put on a community musical! The creative sister Sunday is the director and writer, but she has lost her spark. Can she find her shine again before everyone calls it quits?
$8.99 on Amazon, click here to buy.

AJ Torres and the Treasure of Captain Grayshark
By José Pablo Iriarte
A swashbuckling tale of friendship, courage, and ghost pirates! Join twelve-year-old AJ and his friends on an epic adventure to find the long lost treasure of Captain Grayshark.
$17.99 on Amazon, click here to pre-order.

Murray and Bun! Murray the Knight
By Adam Stower
Escape through the magic cat flap and join your favorite cat and bunny duo on their newest quest where the encounter knights, a jousting competition, and one VERY twisty, turny, confusing maze! Readers will giggle their was through this cat-in-shining armor story that’s perfect for readers of Dog Man.
$6.99 on Amazon, click here to buy.

The Dragon’s Apprentice
By James Riley
NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • In this hilarious fantasy adventure from the New York Times bestselling author of the Story Thieves series, a girl strikes a deal with the ancient, cranky dragon she accidentally summoned to teach her the forbidden magic she needs to save her mother.
$7.98 on Amazon, click here to buy.

Snow White and the Dragon [or, Sleeping Beauty and the Seven Dwarfs]
By Kim Bussing
What would happen if Sleeping Beauty had to create a poisoned apple, and Snow White faced off against a dragon? Fairy tales meet Freaky Friday in this series, where there’s a magical mix-up for every princess!
$7.98 on Amazon, click here to buy.

Trixie Belden: The Red Trailer Mystery
By Julie Campbell
Trixie Belden’s best friend Jim ran away before anyone could tell him that he is the heir to a major fortune. Secrets shift into high gear when Trixie and her friends set off on a road trip to find Jim–and uncover another mystery along the way!
$8.99 on Amazon, click here to buy.

The Legendary Scarlett & Browne
By Jonathan Stroud
The death-defying conclusion to the “audacious,” “razor-sharp,” and “raucous” exploits of the notorious outlaws Scarlett and Browne from the bestselling author of Lockwood & Co., Jonathan Stroud.
$9.99 on Amazon, click here to buy.

The Misfits: A Copycat Conundrum
By Lisa Yess, Illustrated by Dan Santat
A NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • When San Francisco is under strange attacks—like earthquakes affecting only two city blocks at a time—who’re you gonna call? An elite team of crime-fighting underdogs, that’s who! The Misfits are on the case in this hilarious illustrated series!
$12.10 on Amazon, click here to buy.

Bored Panda
By Mike Bender, Illustrated by Chuck Dillon
Come along with a tech-obsessed Panda as he goes from having a “boring” no-screens day to a joyful, out-and-about day. The New York Times bestselling creator of Awkward Family Photos wants you to know: being bored is not boring!
$18.99 on Amazon, click here to buy.

Gertrude Gish on a Dish on a Fish
By Sarah Hwang
Meet Gertrude Gish, who can stack just about anything! Part of the new Seuss Studios line of Beginner Books inspired by never-before-seen sketches by Dr. Seuss, this playful story by Sarah Hwang celebrates individuality and using our unique talents for the greater good.
$9.99 on Amazon, click here to buy.

Cozy Corner
By Coco Wyo
Settle in to your very own cozy corner with these brand new coloring pages! This follow-up to Coco Wyo’s beloved Little Corner promises a new colorful delight at every turn!
$8.36 on Amazon, click here to buy.

Pizza and Taco: Draw Your Own Comic
By Stephen Shaskan
Learn to make the BEST COMIC EVER with Pizza and Taco! Your favorite foodie besties have the BEST TIPS and most fun ACTIVITIES to help you become a super-awesome comic book ARTIST! DRAW right in this activity book that has panels, puzzles, mazes, quizzes, and STICKERS!
$9.99 on Amazon, click here to buy!

Dr. Seuss’s If You Think There’s Nothing to Do
By Dr. Seuss
Bring some Seussian silliness to your child’s library with this hilarious Beginner Book! Featuring illustrations by Dr. Seuss, this rhyming easy reader answers the familiar dilemma there’s nothing to do, in an unexpected way. Perfect for children ages 3-7!
$5.98 on Amazon, click here to buy!

Green Eggs and Ham Take a Hike
By James Kochalka
Dr. Seuss’s iconic, original dynamic duo is back—and this time, Sam-I-Am is going to show his grumpy pal the world beyond green eggs and ham in their own chapter book graphic novel!
$6.50 on Amazon, click here to buy!

The Ultimate Book of Whales
By Brian Skerry and Stephanie Warren Drimmer
Plunge into the wondrous world of humpbacks, dolphins, and every cetacean in between with famed National Geographic Explorer and photographer Brian Skerry as your guide.
$19.99 on Amazon, click here to buy!

Camp Frenemies
By Liz Montague
From an acclaimed cartoonist comes a frenemies-to-friends graphic novel about the trials and tribulations of three preteen girls and cabinmates at sleepaway camp. Perfect for fans of Guts and Real Friends!
$11.67 on Amazon, click here to buy!

Gravity Falls: Happy Summerween
By Disney Book Group
This Halloween-themed 2-in-1 Gravity Falls storybook includes two spooky tales based on favorite episodes. Also includes a fun sticker sheet.
$6.99 on Amazon, click here to buy!

Shark and Bot: Sleepaway Champs
By Brian Yanish
Two besties on a brave new adventure . . . sleeping away from home for the first time! Friendship, hilarity, and superhero doughnuts await in this graphic-novel chapter book.
$7.35 on Amazon, click here to buy!

Summer Vamp
By Violet Chan Karim
What happens when a very human kid ends up at the wrong summer camp—FOR VAMPIRES?! This quirky and heart warming graphic novel about making friends and getting in trouble is perfect for fans of Witches of Brooklyn.
$8.50 on Amazon, click here to buy!

Speak Up, Santiago!
By Julio Anta, Illustrated by Gabi Mendez
Welcome to Hillside Valley! 12 year-old New York city kid Santi is heading upstate, in the debut of this irresistible contemporary graphic novel series about friends, family, community and identity—just right for fans of Mexikid and the Click series!
$10.50 on Amazon, click here to buy!

Sink or Swim
By Veronica Agarwal and Lee Durfey-Lavoie
Summer is here! School’s out, the pool is open, and new adventures with friends await! But what happens when twelve year old Ty’s anxiety has other plans? From the world of Just Roll With It comes a boy-centric graphic novel about accepting yourself even when it’s a little scary.
$13.54 on Amazon, click here to buy!

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