New Titles

Moo

Creech, Sharon


9780062415257 . When Reena, her little brother, Luke, and their parents first move to Maine, Reena doesn't know what to expect. She's ready for beaches, blueberries, and all the lobster she can eat. Instead, her parents "volunteer" Reena and Luke to work for an eccentric neighbor named Mrs. Falala, who has a pig named Paulie, a cat named China, a snake named Edna--and that stubborn cow, Zora. Iowa Children's Choice Award nominee 2018-19. Also available as Playaway (KM 12858). IL 3-7. AR 4.4. RC 5.2. Lexile 790. GR T. .
Date Published:2016

9780062415257 . When Reena, her little brother, Luke, and their parents first move to Maine, Reena doesn't know what to expect. She's ready for beaches, blueberries, and all the lobster she can eat. Instead, her parents "volunteer" Reena and Luke to work for an eccentric neighbor named Mrs. Falala, who has a pig named Paulie, a cat named China, a snake named Edna--and that stubborn cow, Zora. Iowa Children's Choice Award nominee 2018-19. Also available as Playaway (KM 12858). IL 3-7. AR 4.4. RC 5.2. Lexile 790. GR T. .

Date Published:2016

Ursula Upside Down

Tabor, Corey R.,


Ursula is a happy catfish enjoying her shimmering river home....until one question turns her world upside down. Suddenly, she begins to wonder: Is left right? Is right wrong? And which way is up? Self-awareness. Animal story. Imagination. IL Pres-3. AR 1.9.
Date Published:2024

Perfect

Brown, Waka T.,


a heartfelt story about embracing imperfections through the Japanese art of kintsugi. Miki likes everything to be perfect, so when she breaks her favorite teacup, she is devastated. With help from her grandmother, Miki discovers that cracks and flaws can be celebrated rather than hidden and that every imperfection has a meaningful story to tell. Picture book for older readers. Japanese art. Perfectionism. IL 1-4. AR 3.4.
Date Published:2024

a heartfelt story about embracing imperfections through the Japanese art of kintsugi. Miki likes everything to be perfect, so when she breaks her favorite teacup, she is devastated. With help from her grandmother, Miki discovers that cracks and flaws can be celebrated rather than hidden and that every imperfection has a meaningful story to tell. Picture book for older readers. Japanese art. Perfectionism. IL 1-4. AR 3.4.

Date Published:2024

One Day This Tree Will Fall

Booth, Leslie Barnard,


A tree's life story is told from its beginnings as a seed to its survival in the wilderness until it finally falls, but continues its life as a log, an animal habitat, and finally decomposes to provide nutrition for future trees. Our world. Life science. Life cycle. Forests and forestry. IL K-3. AR 2.7.
Date Published:2024

The Most Boring Book Ever

Sanderson, Brandon,


An ordinary boy's unremarkable day takes a surprising turn when an adventure unfolds around him. Action and adventure. Fantasy fiction. Imagination story. IL Pres-3. AR 1.3. Lexile 370.
Date Published:2024

Millie Fleur's Poison Garden

Mandin, Christy,


Millie Fleur La Fae is new in Garden Glen, and she plans to plant her garden of strange and sometimes dangerous plants, but the town garden club does not approve of her and wants to tear it down. Conformity. Identity. Imagination story. Dangerous plants. IL Pres-3. AR 3.4. Lexile 610.
Date Published:2024

The Man Who Didn't Like Animals

Underwood, Deborah,


"Before there was Old MacDonald, there was... "--Jacket. A man who loves his tidy, animal-free home is surprised when a cat appears—and discovers they have quite a bit in common. When a dog arrives next, his world expands even more. A warm and funny story about friendship, unexpected connections, and embracing new perspectives. Folklore. Rural life. African American. Pet story. Humorous story. IL Pres-3. AR 1.7.
Date Published:2024

"Before there was Old MacDonald, there was... "--Jacket. A man who loves his tidy, animal-free home is surprised when a cat appears—and discovers they have quite a bit in common. When a dog arrives next, his world expands even more. A warm and funny story about friendship, unexpected connections, and embracing new perspectives. Folklore. Rural life. African American. Pet story. Humorous story. IL Pres-3. AR 1.7.

Date Published:2024

The Last Zookeeper

Becker, Aaron, 1974-,


In a flooded world, NOA, a caring construction robot, looks after the endangered animals left behind in an abandoned zoo. As another storm approaches, NOA builds an ark and sets out in search of a new home. This beautifully illustrated, wordless story explores compassion, hope, and the power of caring for others. Dystopian. Imagination story. Wordless picture book. Floods. Animals. IL Pres-2.
Date Published:2024

Just Like Millie

Castillo, Lauren,


A Junior Library Guild Selection. After moving to a new city, a young girl prefers being on her own and struggles to make friends. But when she meets Millie, a friendly rescue dog, she begins to find the courage to connect with others and discover the joy of friendship. Pets. Friendship. Relationship skills. Dog story. IL Pres-3. AR 2.6. Lexile 540.
Date Published:2024

Jump for Joy

Gray Ruelle, Karen,


Joy has always dreamed of having a dog and creates her own from snow, seashells, and whatever she can find. Little does she know, the perfect dog is nearby, wishing just as fiercely for a kid. Jump for Joy is a heartwarming picture book celebrating imagination, friendship, and the special bond between a child and a dog. Animal story. Imagination. Pets. IL Pres-3. AR 1.9. Lexile 430.
Date Published:2024

I'm Sorry You Got Mad

Lukoff, Kyle,


Jack wants to write an apology after hurting Zoe's feelings, but he cannot seem to find the right words. Turns out there's more to an apology than just saying 'I'm sorry. Character education. Life skills. School story. IL Pres-3. AR 2.6. Lexile 440.
Date Published:2024

Home

de la Peña, Matt,


An exploration of the various places, people, and feelings that create a sense of home and provide refuge in the face of instability. Character education. Social awareness. Families. Home. IL K-3. AR 4.4. Lexile 910.
Date Published:2025

A Friend for Eddy

Kim Ha, Ann,


Eddy the goldfish makes a leap of faith to become closer to new friends. Friendship story. Animal fiction. Cats. IL Pres-2. AR 2.4.
Date Published:2024

Echo

Rex, Adam,


Junior is used to hearing his echo always agree with him, until a new girl moves in who disagrees with him, leading Junior to realize that having a friend who does not always agree may be more valuable than constant affirmation. Character education. Egoism. Social emotional learning. Friendship stories. Relationship skills. IL Pres-2. AR 2.5. Lexile 520.
Date Published:2025

Don't Trust Fish

Sharpson, Neil,


A supposed nature guide humorously warns readers why they should never trust fish, exploring their mysterious and villainous nature. Animal story. Humorous fiction. Trust. IL Pres-3. AR 2.1. Lexile 470.
Date Published:2025

The Bakery Dragon

Kurtz, Devin Elle,


Ember, a small dragon with an unimpressive roar, fears he will never be as good at stealing gold as other dragons, but discovers a different path to joy after a chance encounter with a baker. Imagination story. Cooking and food. Fantasy fiction. IL 1-4. AR 2.9. Lexile 560.
Date Published:2024

Under the Same Stars

Bray, Libba,


Three timelines converge to unveil the mysterious disappearance of two girls during World War II. Young adult. Mature themes. Historical fiction. LGBTQIA+. Cold War. Missing persons. IL 10-12. AR 4.6. Lexile 660.
Date Published:2025

Twenty-Four Seconds From Now; a love story

Reynolds, Jason,


"A Caitlyn Dlouhy Book." In a series of moments spanning two years, seventeen-year-old Neon navigates the progression of his relationship with Aria, culminating in a case of the jitters as the two intend to take the next big step in their relationship. African American. Young adult. Mature themes. Realistic fiction. Dating. Romance. IL 11-12+. AR 4.6.
Date Published:2024

The Thrashers

Soto, Julie,


Seventeen-year-old Jodi Dillon, the outsider in an exclusive high school group, is caught between loyalty and self-preservation after the mysterious death of a former friend, as strange events and unsettling truths begin to unravel about the group's dark secrets. Young adult. Mature themes. Friendship. Thriller. Sexual abuse. Overcoming adversity. School story. IL 10-12.
Date Published:2025

This Book Won't Burn

Ahmed, Samira, (Fiction writer),


"New York Times bestselling author of Internment"--Dust jacket. While still coping with her parents' sudden divorce and having to start at a new school midway through her senior year, Noor and two new friends take a stand against book bans at their small-town Illinois high school. Young adult. Books and reading. Social issues. Realistic fiction. IL 8-12. AR 5.2.
Date Published:2024