Tapioca Stories
The Green Otter by Eduardo Halfon, illus. by María José de Tellería (May 19, $19.95, ISBN 979-8-9930820-0-4). A father’s gift captures his son’s heart in ways no one could have foreseen. Ages 5–9.
Dive by Volnei Canônica, trans. by Bruna Dantas Lobato, illus. by Mariana Massarani (Mar. 24, $19.95, ISBN 979-8-9887499-9-8). In this story providing a window into the autistic experience, a worried mother and a compassionate doctor explore the inner world of a special boy. Ages 6–9.
Tate
The Dream Factory by Steph Matuku, illus. by Zak Atea (Apr. 7, $17.99, ISBN 978-1-84976-989-1). When a kereru bird flies into the factory that makes people’s dreams come true, a feather floats into a cog and things go terribly wrong. Ages 5–7.
Indigo Irvine by Rhiannon Archard (Mar. 3, $17.99, ISBN 978-1-84976-961-7). Indigo’s artistic mother fills their lives with joy in this story revealing how imagination, love, and a bit of color can get one through the toughest of times. Ages 5–7.
Mildred and the Copycat by Jono Ganz (Mar. 3, $17.99, ISBN 978-1-84976-978-5). A seemingly ordinary cat who naps in a gallery is actually the one creating the works of art—and she’s determined to expose the new artist who takes credit for her most ambitious work. Ages 5–7.
Ten Speed Young Readers
Chess for Babies by Levy Rozman (Mar. 3, $8.99 board book, ISBN 978-0-593-83783-2). Chess instructor Rozman introduces the basics of the game. Ages up to 3.
I Am Not Boring: The True-Life Story of a Log by Lena Podesta (May 26, $17.99, ISBN 978-0-593-83829-7) is the tale of a log and its many functions in the forest, such as providing shelter, becoming food, and turning into a safe place for a new tree to grow.
Ages 3–5.
Others: A Story for All of Us by Kobi Yamada, illus. by Charles Santoso (Mar. 31, $18.99, ISBN 978-0-593-83967-6). Two kids wonder what the people on the opposite side of a hedge are like in this story of kindness, compassion, and the importance of looking for the best in others. Ages 4–8.
Axolotl-Ella: A Sort-of Cinderella Story by Kate Messner, illus. by Lian Cho (June 2, $18.99, ISBN 978-0-593-83799-3). This fairy tale retelling features a clever salamander with a dream that she can make real only by meeting the Prince at the King’s Festival. Ages 5–8.
Spuddytime: Kid Potato: Welcome to My World by Neil Coslett (May 5, $16.99, ISBN 978-0-593-83914-0; $9.99 paper, ISBN 978-0-593-83915-7) launches a series about a potato and his eccentric schoolmates who embark on adventures in their zany town. Ages 8–12.
Tiger Tales
Don’t Do It, Doug! by Maudie Powell-Tuck, illus. by Duncan Beedie (Feb. 10, $18.99, ISBN 978-1-6643-0079-8). A curious hamster who struggles with self-control deals with the consequences of his impulsive actions. Ages 3–7.
Frankenkitty by Maudie Powell-Tuck, illus. by Mini Grey (July 7, $18.99, ISBN 978-1-6643-0097-2), centers on a stitched-together kitten living in a haunted castle who has a reputation that seems to terrify everyone—except its inventor’s daughter. Ages 3–7.
Here a Creak, There a Shriek! by Kelly Conroy, illus. by Nikolas Ilic (July 7, $18.99, ISBN 978-1-6643-0096-5). This Old MacDonald-inspired rhyme tours a spooky farm inhabited by cackling witches, howling beasts, and floating ghosts. Ages 3–7.
Mister Norton’s New Truck by Huw Lewis Jones, illus. by Corey Egbert (Feb. 3, $18.99, ISBN 978-1-6643-0080-4). When a bear borrows his bicycle and breaks a wheel, Horace Norton tries new ways of getting to work—and then remembers his grandfather’s old truck in the barn. Ages 3–7.
Moon’s Lullaby by Júlia Moscardó (Apr. 14, $18.99, ISBN 978-1-6643-0090-3). As the day comes to a close, five goslings want Mama Goose to tell their favorite story—but can they stay awake until the end? Ages 4–8.
Reach for the Stars by Isabel Otter, illus. by Lynn Giunta (Mar. 17, $10.99, ISBN 978-1-6643-0091-0), compiles affirmations underscoring how special children are and all they are capable of. Ages 3–7.
Whose Nest Is Best? A Book of Bird Homes by Lyndsay Wasko (Mar. 3, $18.99, ISBN 978-1-6643-0087-3) spotlights birds around the world and the types of nests that they build for their families. Ages 4–8.
Series
Diary of an Accidental Witch continues with Classroom Chaos by Perdita Cargill and Honor Cargill, illus. by Katie Saunders (Feb. 10, $6.99 paper, ISBN 978-1-6643-4109-8), ages 6–9.
Toon
The Selfish Sister by David Sedaris, illus. by Bob Staake (Mar. 17, $18.99, ISBN 978-1-6626-6575-2). This twisted look at siblings tells of a selfish sister who thinks only of herself and wants it all—even her brother’s kidney. Ages 7–10.
Jake Spooky and the Wolves Within Him by Michael Grover (Apr. 14, $13.99, ISBN 978-1-6626-6579-0). As a hurricane approaches and a shy, punk-rocker ghost can’t stop vomiting
wolves, will his roommates be able to get things under control? Ages 8–12.
Series
Giggle and Learn picks up Wild About Capybaras: Toon Level 1 by Kevin McCloskey (May 19, $13.99, ISBN 978-1-6626-6577-6), ages 5–7.
Top Shelf
The Marsh Fellows by Anna-Laura Sullivan (May 19, $14.99, ISBN 978-1-603-09589-1). After a nuclear war plunges the world into darkness, young Urchin is taken in by the elderly Marvin and Pearl and is pulled into their quest to solve the riddles lurking outside Slumber City. Ages 9–12.
Minnie Pouches in the MicroRealm by Caleb Geollner (June 23, $14.99, ISBN 978-1-603-09590-7). Super strong and super anxious Minnie journeys through the MicroRealm to save her best friends: her five pets. Ages 9–12.
Ghoul by Kasey Iris (May 5, $19.99, ISBN 978-1-603-09583-9). This graphic novel about a lonely Filipino American teen and her ghoulish companion puts a spooky twist on the imaginary friend trope. Ages 13–17.
Tra
No, No, No by Noemi Vola (Mar. 24, $18.99, ISBN 978-1-962098-34-2). Spider captures all the “No”s that Frog utters in his web—until a storm sweeps everything away and brings a new friend who helps Frog discover the value of “Yes.” Ages 4–8.
The Nature of Our National Parks by Alexander M. Rigby (Mar. 17, $29.99, ISBN 978-1-962098-35-9). In this book inspired by a true story, a young adventurer explores all 63 U.S. national parks, sharing information about each park’s flora, fauna, and geographic formations. Ages 8–12.
Transit
Have You Ever Heard a Horse Sing? by Pauline Barzilaï (June 2, $20.95, ISBN 979-8-89338-088-0). Offering a spin on classic animal sounds, this story is set in a world where flowers dance, shoes fall in love, and horses sing. Ages 3–8.
The Muéganos by Jaque Jours (May 5, $20.95, ISBN 979-8-89338-087-3). In this tale about independence, a girl’s curiosity causes a crack in the bond holding her family together, which is as sticky as the candy for which the family is named. Ages 3–8.
Tundra
Billie Builds a Robocorn by José Avelino Gilles Lourenço, illus. by James Braithwaite (Apr. 14, $18.99, ISBN 978-1-77488-404-1). Since she’s moving away from her best friend, resourceful Billie builds a multi-talented robot unicorn to keep her company. Ages 3–7.
A Door Is to Open by Kyo Maclear, illus. by Julie Morstad (May 12, $18.99, ISBN 978-1-77488-744-8). This celebration of entrances, thresholds, and portals and what they can lead to features a foldout page and textured spine. Ages 3–7.
Fantastic Frog and the Amazing Tad Lad by Brandon Reese (Feb. 3, $21.99, ISBN 978-1-77488-597-0). In the first installment of a graphic novel series featuring two dim-witted frog superheroes, the duo battles a scaly swamp creature. Ages 8–12.
Beast Ballerz by Wesley King, illus. by Steve Wolfhard (May 5, $17.99, ISBN 978-1-77488-645-8), launches a series about a boy who discovers the game of beast ball at the academy for misfit monsters he attends after transforming into a werewolf. Ages 10–14.
A Deadly Inheritance by Kelley Armstrong (Mar. 24, $13.99 paper, ISBN 978-1-77488-803-2). Discovering she’s an heiress to a billion-dollar corporation, Liliana attends a boarding school where she must navigate secret societies and a deadly competition. Ages 14 and up.
Series
Now I See by Mac Barnett, illus. by Jon Klassen, offers a child’s perspective on the seasons in four titles, including Now I See Summer (Apr. 7, $9.99 board book, ISBN 978-1-77488-677-9) and Now I See Winter (Apr. 7, $9.99 board book, ISBN 978-1-77488-669-4), ages 2–5. Michael Slack’s Funjeepups introduces woodland critters in A Beautiful Song (June 9, $18.99, ISBN 978-1-77488-700-4) and A Star Wish (June 9, $18.99, ISBN 978-1-77488-702-8), ages 3–7. And Towed by Toad continues with Toad on the Go by Jashar Awan (June 16, $18.99, ISBN 978-1-77488-350-1), ages 3–7.
Tundra/Swift Water
Canada: We Are the Story by Richard Wagamese, illus. by Mangeshig Pawis-Steckley (Mar. 17, $18.99, ISBN 978-1-77488-638-0). This tribute to Canada presents a reimagining of a poem by Ojibwe author Wagamese, illustrated by Anishinaabe artist Pawis-Steckley. Ages 3–7.
Here for a Good Time by Kim Spencer (Mar. 10, $19.99, ISBN 978-1-77488-780-6). An Indigenous girl grapples with the effects of intergenerational trauma while navigating school, family, and young love. Ages 14 and up.
Tuttle
Asian Folktales for Children: Traditional Tales from Japan, Korea, China, India, the Phillippines and Other Asian Lands by David Conger, illus. by Patrick Yee et al. (Apr. 28, $15.99, ISBN 978-0-8048-5897-7). Seven folktales center on such phenomena as brave animals, clever tricksters, and magical brushes. Ages 5–14.
My Journey to Japan: Escape to Yokai Mountain by Matthew Loux (Apr. 14, $14.99, ISBN 978-4-8053-1939-0). On a trip to Tokyo, twins meet a supernatural frog-like creature named Shimesu, who takes them on an adventure to locales across Japan.
Ages 8–13.
Aya and Her Magic Cat by Sam Ita (May 5, $15.99 paper, ISBN 978-4-8053-1998-7). In this graphic novel, a teen visiting relatives in Japan unknowingly adopts a powerful feline Kami spirit, who follows her home to America and brings origami figures to life. Ages 8–14.
Tyndale Kids
Wake Up, Little Seed by Sarah Philpott, illus. by Amanda Morrow (Feb. 3, $11.99 board book, ISBN 979-8-4005-0543-0). This lift-the-flap story reveals the plant life cycle from seed to harvest, connecting farm life and science with God’s design for creation. Ages up to 4.
Series
The Dead Sea Squirrels encounter artificial intelligence in Cybersquirrels by Mike Nawrocki, illus. by Luke Séguin-Magee
(Apr. 7, $7.99 paper, ISBN 978-1-4964-8561-8), ages 6–10.
Union Square & Co.
All Her Ghosts by Cynthia Prith (July 7, $14.99, ISBN 978-1-4549-6386-8). Persephone is forced to choose between an imperfect life that’s wholly hers or an otherworldly responsibility older than time, a decision that will alter the fates of all souls—living and dead—forever. Ages 14 and up.
The Electric Life of Lavender Lewis by Kara Storti (May 5, $13.99 paper, ISBN 978-1-4549-6390-5). After her mother dies, a teen with epilepsy sees a mysterious boy during seizures, which leads her to Salem, Mass., where she finds magic, romance, and a momentous truth. Ages 14 and up.
Seyoon and Dean, Unscripted by Sujin Witherspoon (Apr. 7, $14.99 paper, ISBN 978-1-4549-5407-1). Seyoon Shin and brainy underdog Dean Parker become unlikely allies on a high-stakes game show on which the line between reality and reality TV blur. Ages 14 and up.
The Pigeon Won’t Say the ABCs! by Mo Willems Workshop (Feb. 17, $9.99 board book, ISBN 978-1-4549-9964-5). The Pigeon’s reasons for not saying the ABCs range from “absolutely no way” to “zero chance.” Ages up to 3.
It’s My Bird-Day! by Mo Willems (Mar. 31, $18.99, ISBN 978-1-4549-9962-1). In this birthday story, the Pigeon shares his special day. Ages 3–5.
Series
Elephant and Piggie Like Reading! presents The Monster and Puppet Show! by Mo Willems and Kate Micucci (Feb. 24, $10.99, ISBN 978-1-4549-5147-6), ages 4–8.
Catty Corner returns in Catty Corner Hits the Road by Julie Murphy, illus. by Eve Farb (Feb. 24, $6.99 paper, ISBN 978-1-4549-5652-5), ages 6–8. And Bad Badger is back in Bad Badger: A Family Story by Maryrose Wood, illus. by Giulia Ghigini (May 5, $9.99 paper, ISBN 978-1-4549-5349-4), ages 8–12.
Univ. of Minnesota
Northwoods Lullaby by Mary Casanova, illus. by Jordan Sundberg (Apr. 28, $17.95, ISBN 978-1-5179-1561-2). A child and their caregiver take an evening walk through the northwoods, observing loons, deer, bears, and other wildlife. Ages 4–8.
The Blue House I Loved by Kao Kalia Yang, illus. by Jen Shin (Feb. 10, $17.95, ISBN 978-1-5179-0797-6). A Hmong girl recounts her family’s early years as refugees living in their first, cherished American home—her aunt and uncle’s cramped duplex in St. Paul, Minn. Ages 5–10.
Where Is My Sister? by Shannon Gibney, illus. by Huy Voun Lee (May 19, $18.95, ISBN 978-1-5179-1145-4). After her mother returns from the hospital without the baby she was expecting, a girl tries to understand the loss of her sister and where her spirit might be. Ages 5–10.
Usborne
Series
That’s Not My... gains That’s Not My Princess by Fiona Watt, illus. by Rachel Wells (July 7, $10.99 board book, ISBN 978-1-83605-403-0), ages up to 2. Phonics Story Collections releases Phonics Fun: Mole in a Hole and Other Stories by Russell Punter and Lesley Sims, illus. by David Semple (June 2, $15.99, ISBN 978-1-83605-436-8), ages 3–5. Who’s on the Farm Today? by Alice Beecham, illus. by Federica Iossa (Mar. 3, $8.99 board book, ISBN 978-1-83605-316-3), joins Who’s in ... Today?, ages 3–5. Wind-Up issues Wind-Up Tractor by Sarah Hull, illus. by Marco Bonatti
(July 7, $29.99 board book, ISBN 978-1-83605-372-9), ages 3–8. And Beginners adds four titles, including Beginners Octopuses by James MacLaine, illus. by Wazza Pink (Mar. 3, $5.99 paper, ISBN 978-1-83605-329-3), ages 4–6; and Volcanoes by Stephanie Turnbull, illus. by Andy Tudor (Mar. 3, $5.99 paper, ISBN 978-1-83605-328-6), ages 4–7.
Big Books picks up Big Book of Big Tractors by Lisa Jane Gillespie, illus. by Mike Byrne (Feb. 3, $15.99, ISBN 978-1-83605-295-1), ages 4–6. Can You Spot? offers Can You Spot? on the Farm by Kirsteen Robson, illus. by Gareth Lucas (Mar. 3, $6.99 paper, ISBN 978-1-83605-319-4), ages 4–7. Sports Books scores Soccer Skills, illus. by Fran Bueno (May 5, $15.99, ISBN 978-1-83605-381-1), ages 6–9. Illustrated Story Collections presents Illustrated Spooky Stories by Sam Baer et al., illus. by Lia Visirin (June 30, $19.99, ISBN 978-1-83605-400-9), ages 7–9. See Inside greets See Inside the Paranormal by Andy Prentice and Alex Frith, illus. by Mark Borgions (June 30, $15.99 board book, ISBN 978-1-83605-401-6), ages 7–9. And How It Works turns on Water by Micaela Tapsell, illus. by Kaley McKean (Apr. 7, $15.99 board book, ISBN 978-1-83605-340-8), ages 7–10.
Vault Comics
Travis Muñoz and the Fire of the Aztecs by Mark O. Stack, illus. by Anne Marcano (Apr. 28, $19.99 paper, ISBN 978-1-63849-124-8), launches a graphic novel fantasy series inspired by Aztec mythology and Mexican lore that meshes baseball, friendship, sun gods, and snakemen. Ages 10 and up.
My Best Friend Is an Eldritch Horror by Actus, illus. by Blacklapiz and Soranokami (Mar. 31, $19.99 paper, ISBN 978-1-63849-319-8). This fantasy about an aspiring young mage and his cosmic creature is now available as a graphic novel. Ages 13 and up.
Walker Books Australia
Neville’s Great Escape by Sean E. Avery (Mar. 4, $18.99, ISBN 978-1-76160-254-2) is a companion story to Frank’s Red Hat, starring a penguin who was eaten by a whale. Ages 4–7.
Diary of a Marine Biologist by Anita Thomas and Sarah Wilkins (Feb. 3, $19.99, ISBN 978-1-76160-253-5) follows the adventures of a marine biologist for a week as she studies various sea creatures. Ages 7–11.
Down the Plot Hole by Annaleise Byrd (May 5, $18.99, ISBN 978-1-76160-255-9). In this follow-up to Losing the Plot, two boys whose fairy tale friends are in danger of being sucked into oblivion by plot holes dive back into the Grimm world to warn them. Ages 8–12.
How to Be Normal by Ange Crawford (Apr. 7, $19.99, ISBN 978-1-76160-256-6). A girl struggles to break free from the confines of her father’s tightly controlled world, but new friends give her a chance to discover who she really is. Ages 13 and up.
Wattpad
The Blind Date Agreement by Jessica Cunsolo (Apr. 21, $12.99 paper, ISBN 978-1-998341-47-4). When single Carina’s fifth-wheel status makes things awkward, she agrees to let her two best friends set her up on a series of increasingly bad blind dates. Ages 13–17.
Welbeck
The Junior Soccer Encyclopedia by Emily Stead (Mar. 10, $14.95, ISBN 978-1-80453-925-5). Photos illustrate this roundup of information on this sport’s legendary players, iconic stadiums, and top tournaments. Ages 5–7.
What on Earth!
America as It Happened: A Moment-by-Moment Journey Through Time, from Prehistory to the Present Day (Feb. 3, $30, ISBN 978-1-80466-167-3). Developed in collaboration with the Washington Post, this compendium features QR codes linking to the paper’s podcasts and archival resources, a timeline, and newspaper-style articles. Ages 10–14.
Series
Factopia! picks up Cute Factopia! Follow the Trail of 200 Super-Sweet Facts by Kate Olesin, illus. by Andy Smith (May 19, $12.99, ISBN 978-1-80466-184-0), ages 8–12.
Albert Whitman
It Started with a Book Ban by Linda Ravin Lodding, illus. by Aaron Cushley (Apr. 9, $18.99, ISBN 978-0-8075-3681-0). When his favorite books are banned from the school library and the town begins banning many other things, Edwin and his friends find a solution. Ages 4–8.
How Not to Lose a Million Dollars by Sheila Bair, illus. by Lucie Rice (Apr. 9, $19.99 paper, ISBN 978-0-8075-3351-2). In this practical guide to personal finance, former FDIC chair Bair offers advice on such topics as opening a bank account and buying a car. Ages 8–12.
Series
Abby in Orbit soars on with Going Supernova by Andrea J. Loney, illus. by Wendy Tan (Apr. 9, $13.99, ISBN 978-0-8075-0436-9), ages 7–10.
Workman
First Night at Dad’s by Elizabeth Rudnick, illus. by Yaara Cellier (Apr. 28, $18.99, ISBN 978-1-5235-2920-9; $9.99 paper, ISBN 978-1-5235-2921-6). On his first night at his father’s new house, Henry realizes that despite the changes in his life, his divorcing parents will both always love him. Ages 3–8.
The Declaration Decoded: A Guide to the Document That Inspired Our Nation by Katie Kennedy (May 26, $9.99, ISBN 978-1-5235-3520-0). This companion to The Constitution Decoded and The Presidents Decoded explores the meaning of the Declaration of Independence. Ages 8 and up.
Series
My First Milestones adds Ready for Bed by Lee Wildish (May 5, $8.99 board book, ISBN 978-1-5235-2905-6), ages up to 3. Flipflap Board Books debuts with Name Your Colors (and Critters, Too!) (May 12, $12.99 board book, ISBN 978-1-5235-3231-5), ages up to 3. My First Seek and Learn, a bilingual vocabulary-building series with a “seek and find” element, opens with At Home/Mi primer busca y aprende: en casa: English & Spanish First Words/primeras palabras en Inglés y Español (June 9, $7.99 paper, ISBN 978-1-5235-3539-2), ages 2–5. Actual Factual Files by Ali Adams kicks off with Ancient Egypt (June 16, $6.99 paper, ISBN 978-1-5235-3533-0) and Outer Space (June 16, $6.99 paper, ISBN 978-1-5235-3536-1), ages 7–10. And World Without continues with World Without Birds: How to Save Our Planet, One Bird at a Time by Nick Lund, illus. by Asia Orlando (Mar. 3, $16.99 paper, ISBN 978-1-5235-1802-9), ages 8–12.
Worthy
Sticks vs. Stones by Rosanne Kurstedt (May 26, $8.99 board book, ISBN 978-1-5460-0394-6). Best friends discover that working together is more fun than being right in this picture book about a playdate gone wrong. Ages 4–7.
When You Find a Question by Allie Millington, illus. by Anne Lambelet (Mar. 10, $18.99, ISBN 978-1-5460-0755-5). This tale of a boy’s growing sense of wonder and curiosity celebrates the importance of asking questions. Ages 4–7.
Pondering by Paul Paolilli and Dan Brewer (May 12, $18.99, ISBN 978-1-5460-0866-8). This story written in the poetic form known as cinquain follows three girls discovering natural phenomena as they walk along an old trail in search of a hidden pond. Ages 4–8.
Zonderkidz
The Amazing Brain Club: God’s Special Design for All Brains by Lindsey Goff Viducich, illus. by Cyndi Wojciechowski (Apr. 14, $17.99, ISBN 978-0-310-17875-0). An affirmation of neurodiverse children, this faith-based picture book celebrates ADHD as a God-given gift. Ages 4–8.
Did Your Mother Ever Tell You? Words of Wisdom, Wit, and Love by Barbara Costello (Apr. 7, $19.99, ISBN 978-0-310-16766-2). This picture book underscores a mother’s love while offering fresh perspectives on familiar phrases and clichés. Ages 4–8.
The Nature of Change: Lessons of Determination, Resilience, and Hope from the Outside World by René Marsh, illus. by Pumudi Gardiyawasam (Mar. 10, $19.99, ISBN 978-0-310-16835-5). Following a move, two siblings navigate the emotional ups and downs that come with change. Ages 4–8.
Zondervan/Blink
The Music of Us by Emerald Alexandrea (June 2, $18.99, ISBN 978-0-310-18239-9). To raise funds for her mother’s quirky cat café, Lucy enlists the help of her former best friend and first crush, who is now a boy-band pop star. Ages 14 and up.
The Roach King of Raleigh by Shannon Stocker (Mar. 24, $18.99, ISBN 978-0-310-17839-2). In this novel exploring poverty, addiction, and resilience, a teen secretly breeds cockroaches to earn money after his picture-perfect family life comes to an end. Ages 14 and up.
