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Award winning
Dog Man: Twenty Thousand Fleas Under the Sea
Dav Pilkey, 2023
240 pages
Why to read
Engaging adventure, perfect for young readers.
Builds critical thinking through unique story arcs.
Enhances literacy with creative wordplay and language.
Supports moral development and teamwork values.
Dog Man: Twenty Thousand Fleas Under the Sea
Dav Pilkey, 2023
Award winning
Classics
The Wonderful Wizard of Oz
L. Frank Baum, Tom Newsom, 2023
48 pages
Why to read
Adventure-packed journey with memorable and engaging encounters.
Strengthens courage, friendship, and self-discovery values.
Colorful, vivid settings spark creativity and imagination.
Encourages resilience and perseverance through challenges.
The Wonderful Wizard of Oz
L. Frank Baum, Tom Newsom, 2023
The Odyssey
Gillian Cross, 2025
178 pages
Why to read
Exciting Greek myth retold for kids.
Boosts vocabulary and cultural literacy.
Models courage and critical thinking.
Great for parent-child discussions.
The Odyssey
Gillian Cross, 2025
Night of the Dream Dragon: A Branches Book (Dragon Masters #28)
Tracey West, 2025
96 pages
Why to read
Shows courage against fears.
Illustrations aid comprehension.
Encourages teamwork and empathy.
Perfect length for new readers.
Night of the Dream Dragon: A Branches Book (Dragon Masters #28)
Tracey West, 2025
The First Cat in Space and the Wrath of the Paperclip: A Graphic Novel (The First Cat in Space, 3)
Mac Barnett, 2025
272 pages, Paperback
Why to read
Laugh-out-loud space hijinks.
Strong teamwork role models.
Easy-to-follow graphic panels.
Great springboard for STEM chats.
The First Cat in Space and the Wrath of the Paperclip: A Graphic Novel (The First Cat in Space, 3)
Mac Barnett, 2025
Kitty and the Missing Pumpkins (15)
Paula Harrison, 2025
160 pages
Why to read
Short, lively chapters encourage confidence.
Engaging Halloween mystery excites readers.
Teaches empathy and problem-solving.
Features a relatable, courageous heroine.
Kitty and the Missing Pumpkins (15)
Paula Harrison, 2025
Marvel After-School Heroes Ultimate Adventure Collection!: Miles Morales Untangles a Web; Ghost-Spider's Unbreakable Mission; Shuri Takes Control; Reptil & Ghost-Spider Join Forces!
Terrance Crawford, MacKenzie Cadenhead, 2025
256 pages, Paperback
Why to read
Heroes juggle homework and heroics convincingly.
Diverse characters foster empathy and inclusion.
STEM-infused plots spark scientific curiosity.
Fast chapters keep emerging readers engaged.
Marvel After-School Heroes Ultimate Adventure Collection!: Miles Morales Untangles a Web; Ghost-Spider's Unbreakable Mission; Shuri Takes Control; Reptil & Ghost-Spider Join Forces!
Terrance Crawford, MacKenzie Cadenhead, 2025
LEGO Marvel Spider-Man Explore the Spider-Verse (Library Edition): Without Minifigure
DK, 2025
64 pages
Why to read
Eye-catching LEGO visuals sustain attention.
Celebrates diverse Spider-Heroes.
Introduces fun STEM facts.
Encourages imaginative building.
