Kids' Book Spotlight - Cool Off With Chapter Books

Need a break from playing in the Summer sun? Make a blanket fort with Ms. Jane Elizabeth and settle down with these amazing chapter books!

Beginning Chapter Books (Grades 1-3)

Captain Awesome vs. Nacho Cheese Man

by Stan Kirby

When second-grader Eugene's favorite comic book goes missing, he blames his best friend Charlie even though he has no evidence.

Amelia Bedelia & Friends: Beat the Clock

by Herman Parish

In celebration of the 100th anniversary of Amelia Bedelia's school, the whole town throws a party and a secret time capsule that was buried an entire century before will finally be dug up and opened.

(Available as an eAudiobook on e-Read Kids.)

Middle Grade Chapter Books (Grades 3-5)

The List of Things That Will Not Change
by Rebecca Stead

After her parents' divorce, Bea's life became different in many ways. But she can always look back at the list she keeps in her green notebook to remember the things that will stay the same. The first and most important: Mom and Dad will always love Bea, and each other. Bea will learn that making a new family brings questions, surprises, and joy.
(Available as an eAudiobook on e-Read Kids.)

Planet Omar: Accidental Trouble Magnet
by Zanib Mian

Imaginative Omar goes through the ups and downs of starting a new school and making new friends with the help of his wonderful (and silly) Muslim family.

 Don't forget to register and log your books for our Summer Reading Program! Have fun and win prizes while you Imagine Your Story!

Stephani Lindsey
Youth Specialist

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