Emerging Readers (Ages 5-8)

Join Luca, Yazmine, and Zane on a thrilling adventure into a dragon-filled world to save Imperia by returning three magical Thunder Eggs.

Explore the history of kids' favorite foods from around the world, from pizza to pasta! Learn about the surprising origins of well-known dishes in this rhyming nonfiction book.

Join the mysterious tunneler on an underground adventure in this fun Level 1 Ready-to-Read by Michael Rex with a surprise ending!

Join the Underdogs on a camping trip full of adventure and mishaps! Will Harley's distractions ruin the fun, or can she save the day? Hilarious illustrations bring the story to life.

Join Rufus and Ms. Coco at the luxury hotel for dogs in The Woofmore! Can they help famous figure skater Furya LaBone and save the hotel in The Woofmore on Thin Ice? Find out in this hilarious and heartwarming early chapter book series!

Join Rufus and Ms. Coco at the luxury dog hotel in The Woofmore Is Not Haunted, where they host famous writer Silas Fang for a not-so-spooky vacation.

Narrator in a book is hilariously wrong about everything! Characters set him straight in this laugh-out-loud picture book by The Day the Crayons Quit author.

Enjoy a fun-filled seek-and-find field trip at the zoo with this delightful full-color photo puzzle book featuring penguins, pandas, and more!

Gregory is always prepared with his emergency kazoo in this zany Level 2 Ready-to-Read Graphics novel. Join him and his friend Lola as they face a wild school bus adventure!

Exciting exploration of vehicles for kids who love fast, fun modes of transportation! Packed with fascinating facts and captivating photos.

Young sushi chef Susannah Mikami navigates family secrets and romance in this rom-com about chasing dreams and making waves in the kitchen.

This Is Paris, a charming and witty portrayal of the City of Light by a famous Czech painter, capturing its iconic landmarks, culture, and people.

Bilingual picture book biography of music legend Tito Puente, from banging pots as a child to becoming the "King of Mambo." Vibrant illustrations bring his story to life.

Beat the boredom blues with this activity book filled with hidden messages, secret codes, games, and jokes, plus a UV invisible ink pen for even more fun!

Toucan defies expectations as he juggles cans in this hilarious Level 1 Ready-to-Read book. Cheer him on as he takes on more cans to great amusement.

Belle, once the fastest on her team, faces tough competition from new runners. Determined to stay on top, she pushes herself too hard, risking it all.

Trash Truck: Trash Day is a heartwarming early reader inspired by the Netflix series about a boy and his love for big trucks. Perfect for young readers!

Join thirteen trick-or-treaters on a spooky journey down Scary Street in this quirky Halloween story by Lance Bass. A fun and thrilling read for kids ages 4-8!

A small kitten sets sail with shipmates, learning about teamwork and finding his place in this historical fiction intermediate reader.

Join Esme as she starts her own badge-earning troop in this funny, sweet illustrated chapter book. A delightful story of friendship and problem-solving.

Join Emmy and Birch in the Minecraft world on a reading adventure! Discover biomes, potions, and more in this Step 3 leveled reader. Perfect for young readers!

Hilarious new jokes from the bestselling author, perfect for kids and the whole family. Puns, knock-knock jokes, and one-liners that will have everyone cracking up!

Join Dash Candoo in the hilarious action comedy as he and his classmates prepare for the Face-Pulling Championships. But when blue spots appear, Dash must act fast to solve the mystery before they're pulled from the competition!

TWIG FRIENDS, a hilarious graphic novel series about twiggy best friends Red, Ziggy, Noodle, and Stump, is ALA 2024's Best Graphic Novel for Children! Join their funny adventures as they tackle surprises, problems, and even volcanoes in this adorably entertaining series for ages 5-8.