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Book It Back to School 2026!

The new school year is just around the corner! Prepare to learn with these great reads.

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  • In this humorous read, a group of children enrolls at a local dragon school as the human schools are overcrowded. Though they lack scales, wings and fire-breathing abilities, the human students soon realize that they and the dragons can learn many…
    Book, 2025New York : Feiwel & Friends, 2025. — E FICTION CAMPBELL TOP PICKS
  • Despite other challenges in their lives, five dedicated eighth-grade musicians look forward to their fifth-period Jazz Lab with Mr. Lewis each day. When Mr. Lewis abruptly quits and budget cuts threaten the program, the students are devastated and…
    Book, 2022New York : Clarion Books, 2022. — J FICTION LARSEN
  • In this educational book, children learn about the significance of schools within their communities. They discover why schools are essential, who works there, and the various activities that take place within these educational institutions.
    Book, 2017Minneapolis, Minnesota : Abdo Kids, [2017] — E 371 MURRAY
  • Mr. Peanuts and his friend Rosie prepare for the first day of school by shopping for school supplies, setting up the classroom, and even practicing driving the school bus. Nancy Rose brings the story to life with her adorable photographs of real…
    Book, 2018New York ; Boston : Little, Brown and Company, 2018. — E FICTION ROSE
  • Make getting ready for school even more fun with crafty projects. From washi tape to painting and a whole lot of glitter in between, you're sure to find a cool craft to show off at school!
    Book, 2016North Mankato, Minnesota : Capstone Press, a Capstone imprint, [2016] — J 745.5 FIELDS
  • First grade is full of firsts for Harry. What will he learn before the 100th day of school is up?
    Book, 2021New York : Anne Schwartz Books, [2021] — J FICTION JENKINS
  • Best friends and neighbors Isaac and Marco are opposite in looks and abilities: Isaac is tall and excels at basketball, while Marco is short and excels at schoolwork. These differences don't stop the sixth graders from having each other's backs and…
    Book, 2022New York, NY : Quill Tree Books, an imprint of HarperCollins Publishers, [2022] — J FICTION CISNEROS
  • A joyful and vibrant picture book that celebrates the excitement of a young girl's first day of school. As she walks through the school doors, she feels the rhythm of the hallway, the beat of her heart and the energy of her classmates. The book…
    Book, 2020New York : Bloomsbury Children's Books, 2020. — E FICTION SCHOFIELD-MORRISON
  • You're so excited to go to school. But what will you do there? Among meeting new people, like your teacher, and singing songs, there are many surprises in store for you at school!
    Book, 2019New York : Simon Spotlight, 2019. — READER 372.21 CAPUCILLI
  • Eight-year-old Bibsy Cross has always loved school, but when she enters the third grade, she struggles when her teacher thinks she talks too much and her best friend is assigned to a different class.
    Book, 2024New York : Alfred A. Knopf, [2024] — J FICTION SCANLON
  • Middle schoolers Laila and Lucy are best friends who learn they will be attending different high schools unless they can obtain scholarships for the culinary and journalism programs at pricey Sunderland Academy. Will their investigation into the…
    Book, 2024New York, NY : Quill Tree Books, an imprint of HarperCollinsPublishers, [2024] — J FICTION BADUA
  • Have you ever wondered how someone on the other side of the world goes to school? Do they do the same things you do? Find out what you might have in common with children all over the world. This informative photo essay explores the diverse…
    Book, 2019Watertown, MA : Charlesbridge, [2019] — E 372 AJMERA
  • A school prepares to sleep after the students and staff leave. A night guard makes her rounds, turning off lights, tucking in chairs and checking locks. Meanwhile, a class turtle from room 2A escapes its aquarium, creating a subtle, humorous…
    Book, 2024New York : Union Square Kids, [2024] — E FICTION BAILEY
  • Even buses have a first day of school. Busy Bus nervous but gets ready to ride and meet his new school children with the help of bus driver Ben.
    Book, 2018New York, New York : Beach Lane Books, [2018] — E FICTION SHAFFER
  • A school is not just walls and classrooms. It encompasses all the people who work and learn together: the teachers, students and staff. This book beautifully captures the spirit of discovery, sharing and building a supportive community.
    Book, 2022Somerville, MA : Candlewick Press, 2022. — E FICTION SCHU
  • Vanessa is excited yet nervous about her first day of school so she wears her fanciest outfit to make a great impression. The attention she receives isn't what she expected, causing her to feel self-conscious about her appearance and even her name.…
    Book, 2021New York : Alfred A. Knopf, [2021] — E FICTION BRANTLEY-NEWTON TOP PICKS
  • MJ is excited for her first day of kindergarten. With her freshly braided hair and a special tiara from her mom on her head, MJ is ready to take on the day. The tiara reminds her of all the wonderful qualities she brings to the classroom, such as…
    Book, 2022New York : Nancy Paulsen Books, 2022. — E FICTION BARNES
  • Hooray, hooray, it's back-to-school day! Have fun coloring, reading, writing and more with these school friends.
    Book, 2023New York : Random House, [2023] — READER FICTION PENFOLD
  • When students arrive for the first day of kindergarten, they find their teacher missing and only a sandwich on the desk with "Mr. S" written on the chalkboard. The children hilariously conclude that the sandwich must be their teacher and proceed…
    Book, 2023New York, NY : Katherine Tegen Books, an imprint of HarperCollinsPublishers, [2023] — E FICTION ARNALDO
  • Isabel is nervous about starting school because she doesn't speak English. She struggles with the language barrier, finding comfort in her love for art. Through drawing, she discovers a way to communicate and connect with her classmates.
    Book, 2021Ann Arbor, MI : Sleeping Bear Press, [2021] — E FICTION ALESSANDRI

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