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12 Must-Read October Children’s Book Releases

With empowering middle grade like Frizzy by Claribel A. Ortega and silly picture books, October children's book releases are pretty awesome!

Ahoy, Young Mateys! 8 Picture Books about Pirates

Ahoy, young readers, and prepare for high-seas adventure! These picture books about pirates sure arrrr a good time.

12 Must-Read September Children’s Book Releases

With new books by award-winning authors like Kwame Alexander, this list of September children's book releases has a book for everyone.

Picture Books for Back-to-School Jitters

It's that time of year! These picture books about kids heading off to school will help your little one conquer any back-to-school jitters.

12 Must-Read August Children’s Book Releases

August children's book releases are hot, and include super sweet grandma picture books and lots of disability representation.

Hopeful Stories about Hard Times: Picture Books to Help Kids Push Through

There are so many big topics worth talking about with young readers. These hopeful stories about hard times, including We Are Water Protectors, can help.

12 Must-Read July Children’s Book Releases

July children's book releases include sweet grandparent books, like Berry Song by Michaela Goade, portal fantasies, and more.

Summer Picture Books to Make You Smile

Count down to warmer weather with these summer picture books, including And Then Comes Summer by Tom Brenner and Jaime Kim, celebrating ice cream, swimming, the end of the school year, and more!

Quiz: Are You Frog or Toad?

Take this Frog and Toad quiz to discover which character from the beloved Arnold Lobel children's books you are most like.

12 Must-Read May Children’s Book Releases

From cats in space to pride parades and summer fun, there are so many good May children's book releases. Check them out!