Summer Reading 2025

Watch our Summer Reading Webinar to learn more about the books available for the 2025 Summer Reading Prize Program, how they align with the two national collaborative summer reading themes, and other ways we can support your summer reading programming! Click Here!


 

 

 
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All Mixed Up
Join author Raj Tawney as he reads a chapter from All Mixed Up, a gripping story about a multi-ethnic American boy who forges a complex friendship with a Pakistani immigrant in the wake of 9/11.

 

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Author Interview
We spoke to teen and tween author Olivia Abtahi about her first Picture Book The Interpreter.

 

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In the Spotlight

Blexi, Play! (Paw Prints Publishing, ISBN 9781223188478) has technology, family life, and emotional learning all rolled into one Level 1 Reader.

 

When Liam gets frustrated and acts out, he hurts his sister Iman’s feelings. Spoiler Alert Readers - Liam knows he messed up and then works at making amends with Iman! But you’re going to have to read the book to find out how! 

 

Check out our interview with Alliah Agostini, author of Blexi, Play!, new from Paw Prints Publishing! 

 

 

 

 
Activity/Reading Guides
Featured Titles

The Case of The Missing Tadpole

Henry Winkler, Lin Oliver, Dan Santat | Amulet Books | 10/15/2024 | Hardcover | 9781419766817| $14.99

When Tad the Tadpole goes missing, Detective Duck and her friends in the Pond Squad are on the case. New from NYT bestselling creators Henry Winkler, Lin Oliver and Dan Santat. Order Now


Lost

Bob Staake | Schwartz & Wade Books | 10/1/2024 | Hardcover | 9780593707029 | $18.99

In this paneled picture book, join a small girl on her hilarious and surprising search for her lost cat--and watch as she helps her neighbors, who have also lost their pets, along the way! Order Now


Overdue: The Misadventure of Bob the Book

Gloria Koster | Capstone Publishing | 8/1/2024 | Hardcover | 9781684469208 | $18.99

In this harrowing tale told from a book’s point of view, author and librarian Gloria Koster showcases the joy of reading and the importance of taking care of books. Order Now


Priceless Facts about Money

Mellody Hobson | Candlewick Press | 10/01/2024 | Hardcover | 9781536224719 | $19.99

Debut author Mellody Hobson, barrier-breaking pioneer in the world of finance, demystifies money for kids with a look at some wild and weird facts about what makes the world go round. Order Now


This Land is a Lullaby

Tonya Simpson |Orca | 9/17/2024 |Hardcover| 9781459836099| $21.95

Sounds of the land soothe an Indigenous child to sleep. “Honors the enduring relationship between a child, their ancestors and the land.” —Booklist (starred review) Order Now

Trick or Treat on Scary Street

Lance Bass | Union Square kids| 7/23/2024 | Hardcover | 9781454952176 | $18.99

From musical superstar Lance Bass and illustrated by Roland Garrigue, this quirky and surprising Halloween story is perfect for kids who love extra tricks and treats.  Order Now

 
Phonics Prebinds

 

Available in sturdy bound single volumes, we are thrilled to provide your favorite phonics set titles in our Guaranteed Library Binding! An excellent trim size for the little hands of emerging readers that will withstand multiple circulations

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