New Titles

The case of old MacDonald and his farm

Teague, Mark,


Junior Library Guild. Office Busby is called to Old MacDonald's farm on April first where there is something suspicious and silly afoot.
Date Published:2026

Olive Oakes and the haunted carousel

Bayron, Kalynn,


Junior Library Guild. "When Olive Oakes and her family visit a town called Whispering Woods, she uncovers a strange backstory to the traveling circus that comes through the area once a year"-- Provided by publisher.
Date Published:2026

Pizzasaurus

Sauer, Tammi,


Pizzasaurus cares about one thing and one thing only: PIZZA! And he’s inviting you to a prehistoric pizza party in this hilarious picture book from the beloved author of Wordy Birdy and Mary Had a Little Glam. Meet Pizzasaurus, a dinosaur with a unique twist! While other dinosaurs are famous for their size, strength, or spikes, Pizzasaurus is known for his love of pizza. But what if Pizzasaurus's friends are feeling a bit left out? Luckily, pizza is perfect for sharing, and that makes Pizzasaurus a special dinosaur indeed. Bursting with "cheesy" puns and bright, zany dinosaur scenes, this supremely silly and sweet story is the perfect treat for any kid who loves dinosaurs and pizza. Get ready for a fun-filled adventure that celebrates friendship, sharing, and the joy of everyone's favorite food! "Meet Pizzasaurus, a most unusual dinosaur who feasts only on pizza"--
Date Published:2026

Pizzasaurus cares about one thing and one thing only: PIZZA! And he’s inviting you to a prehistoric pizza party in this hilarious picture book from the beloved author of Wordy Birdy and Mary Had a Little Glam. Meet Pizzasaurus, a dinosaur with a unique twist! While other dinosaurs are famous for their size, strength, or spikes, Pizzasaurus is known for his love of pizza. But what if Pizzasaurus's friends are feeling a bit left out? Luckily, pizza is perfect for sharing, and that makes Pizzasaurus a special dinosaur indeed. Bursting with "cheesy" puns and bright, zany dinosaur scenes, this supremely silly and sweet story is the perfect treat for any kid who loves dinosaurs and pizza. Get ready for a fun-filled adventure that celebrates friendship, sharing, and the joy of everyone's favorite food! "Meet Pizzasaurus, a most unusual dinosaur who feasts only on pizza"--

Date Published:2026

We are definitely human

Fang, X.,


Booklist starred, August 2024. Pub Weekly, April 2024. Kirkus Starred, June 2024. New York Times, October 2024. "When three mysterious visitors from 'Europe' crash-land in Mr. Li's field, he does what any good host would: he invites them back to his farmhouse and offers to help fix up their 'car.' No, there's nothing strange about these guests at all. Just like other humans, they 'make business,' 'play sportsball' and 'wear hat.' As the townsfolk also come to the aid of the visitors and the gathering turns into a little party, interplanetary relations reach an all-time high"--Provided by publisher.
Date Published:2024

Booklist starred, August 2024. Pub Weekly, April 2024. Kirkus Starred, June 2024. New York Times, October 2024. "When three mysterious visitors from 'Europe' crash-land in Mr. Li's field, he does what any good host would: he invites them back to his farmhouse and offers to help fix up their 'car.' No, there's nothing strange about these guests at all. Just like other humans, they 'make business,' 'play sportsball' and 'wear hat.' As the townsfolk also come to the aid of the visitors and the gathering turns into a little party, interplanetary relations reach an all-time high"--Provided by publisher.

Date Published:2024

Hedgehogs don't wear underwear

Valdez, Marissa


A New York Times Bestseller! From #1 New York Times-bestselling Marissa Valdez comes a hilariously zany and uproariously fun romp of a read-aloud about an underwear-obsessed hedgehog — perfect for fans of Attack of the Underwear Dragon and Something's Wrong! Derrière to be different with Jacques the hedgehog! Jacques is a little French hedgehog with a BIG secret — he loves wearing underwear! But the hedgehog world has rules . . . You see, hedgehogs eat grubs. They make nests. They snort with their sniffly snouts. They do NOT. WEAR. UNDERWEAR. So what's a critter to do about his undercover love of underpants? Will Jacques muster the bravery he needs to fully embrace himself and share his love of tighty-whities with the world? Parfait for everyday storytime as well as potty-training time, Hedgehogs Don't Wear Underwear will have kiddos laughing out loud and getting pumped to put on underwear. Get ready to fall head over heinie for this hilarious and unforgettable tale of identity, self-acceptance — and undies.
Date Published:2025

A New York Times Bestseller! From #1 New York Times-bestselling Marissa Valdez comes a hilariously zany and uproariously fun romp of a read-aloud about an underwear-obsessed hedgehog — perfect for fans of Attack of the Underwear Dragon and Something's Wrong! Derrière to be different with Jacques the hedgehog! Jacques is a little French hedgehog with a BIG secret — he loves wearing underwear! But the hedgehog world has rules . . . You see, hedgehogs eat grubs. They make nests. They snort with their sniffly snouts. They do NOT. WEAR. UNDERWEAR. So what's a critter to do about his undercover love of underpants? Will Jacques muster the bravery he needs to fully embrace himself and share his love of tighty-whities with the world? Parfait for everyday storytime as well as potty-training time, Hedgehogs Don't Wear Underwear will have kiddos laughing out loud and getting pumped to put on underwear. Get ready to fall head over heinie for this hilarious and unforgettable tale of identity, self-acceptance — and undies.

Date Published:2025

BALLy the Amazing Wonderball

Morris, Jordan,


"Text and illustrations Â©2025 Jordan Morris"--Copyright page. "BALLy the Amazing Wonderball is about to go on stage. But when he hears his audience is made up entirely of dogs, BALLy gets a bad case of stage fright. With the red rubber ball's every bounce and roll, the dogs get more and more... interested. Will this be BALLy's last act? Narrated by the show's harried emcee, BALLy the Amazing Wonderball is a performance within a picture book, one that sets the stage for big laughs and a place in reader's hearts."--
Date Published:2025

"Text and illustrations Â©2025 Jordan Morris"--Copyright page. "BALLy the Amazing Wonderball is about to go on stage. But when he hears his audience is made up entirely of dogs, BALLy gets a bad case of stage fright. With the red rubber ball's every bounce and roll, the dogs get more and more... interested. Will this be BALLy's last act? Narrated by the show's harried emcee, BALLy the Amazing Wonderball is a performance within a picture book, one that sets the stage for big laughs and a place in reader's hearts."--

Date Published:2025

Catnip mouse

Smith, A. J. (Andy J.),


In title on item the letter "[o]" appears as a heart. Illustrations rendered digitally. "Meet Vera, a cat who just wants to enjoy her favourite catnip mouse (alone, thank you very much), and Gipp, a dog who just wants to play with Vera (pleasepleaseplease). When Gipp's antics destroy Vera's beloved toy, he uses his "magic wand" to replace it with an increasingly absurd series of rhyming matches. How about a ketchup joust? No? A massive louse? Still no? Maybe a cactus house? NO! All Vera wants is her toy back. When Gipp finally listens to what she's saying, he realizes that his jokes are inconsiderate, and Vera realizes that Gipp just wants to be included. With no catnip mouse and a not-so-magic wand, they'll have to find a way to compromise. This delightfully silly picture book will appeal to any kid who just wants to play alone... and any kid who has ever longed to be included. Catnip Mouse is a laugh-out-loud rhyming word game with a warm and satisfying emotional core."-- Provided by publisher.
Date Published:2025

In title on item the letter "[o]" appears as a heart. Illustrations rendered digitally. "Meet Vera, a cat who just wants to enjoy her favourite catnip mouse (alone, thank you very much), and Gipp, a dog who just wants to play with Vera (pleasepleaseplease). When Gipp's antics destroy Vera's beloved toy, he uses his "magic wand" to replace it with an increasingly absurd series of rhyming matches. How about a ketchup joust? No? A massive louse? Still no? Maybe a cactus house? NO! All Vera wants is her toy back. When Gipp finally listens to what she's saying, he realizes that his jokes are inconsiderate, and Vera realizes that Gipp just wants to be included. With no catnip mouse and a not-so-magic wand, they'll have to find a way to compromise. This delightfully silly picture book will appeal to any kid who just wants to play alone... and any kid who has ever longed to be included. Catnip Mouse is a laugh-out-loud rhyming word game with a warm and satisfying emotional core."-- Provided by publisher.

Date Published:2025

Axolotl and Axolittle

Hitchman, Jess,


School Library Journal, June 2025. Publishers Weekly, May 2025. Kirkus Review, May 2025. Axolotl and Axolittle are total opposites through and through, but after a squabble, they learn to make up and get along, as siblings often do.
Date Published:2025

Wish I was a baller

Shah, Amar, (Screenwriter),


School Library Journal starred, June 2025. Publishers Weekly, May 2025. Booklist, August 2025. "A graphic memoir chronicling Amar's real-life experiences as a fourteen-year-old sports journalist covering the golden era of the NBA, when he befriended Shaq and hung out with Michael Jordan and the Bulls--all while surviving the high school caste system, dealing with crushes, and friendships being tainted by jealousy"--Provided by publisher.
Date Published:2025

School Library Journal starred, June 2025. Publishers Weekly, May 2025. Booklist, August 2025. "A graphic memoir chronicling Amar's real-life experiences as a fourteen-year-old sports journalist covering the golden era of the NBA, when he befriended Shaq and hung out with Michael Jordan and the Bulls--all while surviving the high school caste system, dealing with crushes, and friendships being tainted by jealousy"--Provided by publisher.

Date Published:2025

Why do we need bats?

Murray, Laura K., 1989-,


ALA Booklist. Does the spooky image of a bat scare you? These unusual mammals are good for much more than a fright. Bats help pollinate plants. They help keep pests away from crops. And the echolocation they use to find their way around has taught usa lot about navigation. With eye-catching photos, quick facts, and beyond-the-book back matter, Why Do We Need Bats? will have young researchers and science fans exploring more about the NATURE WE NEED.
Date Published:2024

ALA Booklist. Does the spooky image of a bat scare you? These unusual mammals are good for much more than a fright. Bats help pollinate plants. They help keep pests away from crops. And the echolocation they use to find their way around has taught usa lot about navigation. With eye-catching photos, quick facts, and beyond-the-book back matter, Why Do We Need Bats? will have young researchers and science fans exploring more about the NATURE WE NEED.

Date Published:2024

Washington Nationals

Abdo, Kenny,


Includes index. "Step up to the plate with this fun and informative book about the Washington Nationals. Discover the team's history, biggest wins, and top players. With simple text and action-packed photos, this hi-lo book is a home run for young readers! Aligned to Common Core standards & correlated to state standards. Fly! is an imprint of Abdo Zoom, a division of ABDO."--
Date Published:2026

Toronto Blue Jays

Abdo, Kenny, 1986-,


Inludes index. "Step up to the plate with this fun and informative book about the Toronto Blue Jays. Discover the team's history, biggest wins, and top players. With simple text and action-packed photos, this hi-lo book is a home run for young readers! Aligned to Common Core standards & correlated to state standards. Fly! is an imprint of Abdo Zoom, a division of ABDO."--
Date Published:2026

Texas Rangers

Abdo, Kenny,


"Step up to the plate with this fun and informative book about the Texas Rangers. Discover the team's history, biggest wins, and top players. With simple text and action-packed photos, this hi-lo book is a home run for young readers! Aligned to Common Core standards & correlated to state standards. Fly! is an imprint of Abdo Zoom, a division of ABDO."--
Date Published:2026

Tampa Bay Rays

Abdo, Kenny, 1986-,


Includes index. "Step up to the plate with this fun and informative book about the Tampa Bay Rays. Discover the team's history, biggest wins, and top players. With simple text and action-packed photos, this hi-lo book is a home run for young readers! Aligned to Common Core standards & correlated to state standards. Fly! is an imprint of Abdo Zoom, a division of ABDO."--
Date Published:2026

St. Louis Cardinals

Abdo, Kenny, 1986-,


Includes index. "Step up to the plate with this fun and informative book about the St. Louis Cardinals. Discover the team's history, biggest wins, and top players. With simple text and action-packed photos, this hi-lo book is a home run for young readers! Aligned to Common Core standards & correlated to state standards. Fly! is an imprint of Abdo Zoom, a division of ABDO."--
Date Published:2026

The Sherlock Society

Ponti, James,


"Ages 8-12"--Back cover. School Library Journal starred, November 2024. Pub Weekly, June 2024. Kirkus Review, August 2024. Twelve-year-old Alex Sherlock, his thirteen-year-old sister Zoe, and their friends Lina and Yadi decide to spend their summer in Miami investigating the many "cold cases" their grandfather accumulated during his years as a reporter--first up, Al Capone and a buried treasure.
Date Published:2025

Seattle Mariners

Abdo, Kenny, 1986-,


Includes index. "Step up to the plate with this fun and informative book about the Seattle Mariners. Discover the team's history, biggest wins, and top players. With simple text and action-packed photos, this hi-lo book is a home run for young readers! Aligned to Common Core standards & correlated to state standards. Fly! is an imprint of Abdo Zoom, a division of ABDO."--
Date Published:2026

School stinks!

Lang, Suzanne,


School Library Journal. "Jim Panzee is forced to go back to school but his boring lessons prove helpful when one of his classmates falls ill"--
Date Published:2025

San Francisco Giants

Abdo, Kenny, 1986-,


Includes index. "Step up to the plate with this fun and informative book about the San Francisco Giants. Discover the team's history, biggest wins, and top players. With simple text and action-packed photos, this hi-lo book is a home run for young readers! Aligned to Common Core standards & correlated to state standards. Fly! is an imprint of Abdo Zoom, a division of ABDO."--
Date Published:2026

San Diego Padres

Abdo, Kenny, 1986-,


Includes index. "Step up to the plate with this fun and informative book about the San Diego Padres. Discover the team's history, biggest wins, and top players. With simple text and action-packed photos, this hi-lo book is a home run for young readers! Aligned to Common Core standards & correlated to state standards. Fly! is an imprint of Abdo Zoom, a division of ABDO."--
Date Published:2026