Middle Grade (8-12 yrs)

By Amy Krouse Rosenthal Illustrated by Tom Lichtenheld
What do you get when you combine a word and a number? A wumber! Learn More

By R.P. Harris Illustrated by Taeeun Yoo
Ten-year-old Tua—Thai for “peanut”—has everything she needs at home in Chiang Mai, Thailand, except for one thing she’s always wanted: a sister. Learn More

By Emily Ecton
You think jackalopes aren’t real? Think again. Learn More

By Hena Khan and David Borgenicht with Ed Stafford Illustrated by Yancey Labat
A new thrill ride begins in the Amazon rainforest with the latest novel in the Worst-Case Scenario Ultimate Adventure series! Learn More

By Kate Coombs Illustrated by Meilo So
Come down to the shore with this rich and vivid celebration of the ocean! With watercolors gorgeous enough to wade in by award-winning artist Meilo So and playful, moving poems by Kate Coombs, Water Sings Blue evokes the beauty and power, the depth and mystery, and the endless resonance of the sea. Learn More

By Michaela MacColl
Immediately compelling and action-packed, this carefully researched work of historical fiction introduces young readers to the childhood of the famous yet elusive Beryl Markham, the first person to fly solo from England to North America. Learn More

Edited by Kelly Milner Halls
What do guys and girls really think? Twelve of the most dynamic and engaging YA authors writing today team up for this one-of-a-kind collection of “he said/she said” stories—he tells it from the guy’s point of view, she tells it from the girl’s. Learn More

By Jack Witherspoon with Lisa Witherspoon - Photographs by Sheri Giblin
Inspiration resides in the kitchen for eleven-year-old Jack Witherspoon. And for good reason. When Jack was going through incredibly tough times—battling leukemia for the second time—he sought solace in the Food Network and decided his dream was to become a chef. Learn More

This creative art activity pack encourages young artists to make and display their own modern masterpieces. Kids can explore the full-color museum reproductions, get inspired by the open-ended activity ideas developed by MoMA's art educators, and then get... Learn More

By Keith Graves
When thirteen-year-old Josephine moves to Awkward Falls she can’t help but snoop around the dilapidated mansion next door. Learn More

By Barry Rothstein and Betsy Rothstein
Life-sized bugs leap, fly, crawl, and buzz off the page! In this book, dozens of insects—from fascinating fliers to creepy-crawlies—spring to life in eye-popping phantogram 3-D. Learn More

By Hena Khan and David Borgenicht with Robert Zubrin - Illustrated by Yancey Labat
Join the youngest crew of astronauts ever to make the trip to Mars! Faced with fearsome dangers and difficult decisions, your choices will determine your fate on the Red Planet. Learn More

By David Borgenicht, Molly Smith, Brendan Walsh, and Robin Epstein Illustrated by Chuck Gonzales
It’s the best of the worst! This hardcover, full-color edition of the popular series loved by parents and kids alike serves up a wild ride through mudslides, volcanos, shark-infested oceans, menacing mountains, and more. Learn More

By Aaron Frisch Illustrated by Etienne Delessert
“The sun retreated. The colors followed, hunted by the cold. The world turned silver under black. Bright stars freckled the sky. The moon reclaimed its throne.” Learn More

Make school memories last a lifetime with this delightful keepsake box. A guided journal and beautifully designed box will help parents and kids capture those extra-special school-time moments, from the big events to the small details that may otherwise b... Learn More

By Woop
An embarrassment of pandas, a galaxy of starfish, a shiver of sharks...these are all collective nouns used to describe their groups. Woop Studios, acclaimed for their work on the Harry Potter movies, has illustrated these quirky phrases, creating a series of extraordinarily beautiful art that has been collected here for the first time. Learn More

By Michael E. Uslan
Is any superhero cooler than Batman? He’s a crime-fighting vigilante with a tragic past, a lawless attitude, and a seemingly endless supply of high-tech gadgetry. In this fully illustrated memoir, author Michael Uslan recalls his journey from early childhood fandom through to the decades he spent on a caped crusade of his own: to bring Batman to the silver screen as the dark, serious character he was at heart. Learn More

By Dianna Hutts Aston,Illustrated by Sylvia Long
The creators of the award-winning An Egg Is Quiet and A Seed Is Sleepy have teamed up again to create this gorgeous and informative introduction to the world of butterflies. From iridescent blue swallowtails and brilliant orange monarchs... Learn More

Create stunning cupcakes fit for a princess, with scrumptious recipes, designer liners, and wraparound crowns!Princesses meet cupcakes and it's tastily ever after! Princess Cupcakes has everything parents and kids need to create m... Learn More

By Annie Barrows,and Sophie Blackall
Ivy and Bean fans can pass important messages and share secret notes with these super-adorable mini notes. Includes 30 colorful fold-and-seal notes and stickers.... Learn More

By Corinne Humphrey
This charming gift book shares the wisdom of one very special dog who found a home and family in his own unique way. Inspired by the true story of Rudy, a troubled shelter dog who overcame the abuse and neglect he experienced as a puppy with the help and... Learn More

By Jan Rose,Illustrated by Alyssa Nassner
Seekers of all ages will delve into their destinies with these revealing fortune-tellingthemed cardsand enjoy every minute of it! Scratch for insightful predictions on everything from friendship to school and beyond. The perfect gift for anyone with a p... Learn More

By Charles Siebert
The Secret World of Whales takes readers deep into the history of human encounters with whales. In conjunction with the Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC), Charles Siebert illuminates the latest research on these gentle giants. Readers will... Learn More

From the long-necked Apatosaurus to the fleet-footed Velociraptor, the age of dinosaurs was filled with spectacularly diverse life forms. This new series invites readers on fascinating paleontological expeditions, opening each book with... Learn More

By Susan Goldman Rubin
Continuing Chronicle's acclaimed series of artist books for kids, Wideness and Wonder is the fascinating story of the mysterious and beloved artist Georgia O'Keeffe. Well-known children's biography writer Susan Goldman Rubin traces the events tha... Learn More

By Bob Barner
This fun and easy-to-play card game featuring Bob Barner's colorful and lively animal characters is sure to be a family favorite. Players try to gather as many of the same cards as possible to create sets of each animal, including panda bears, lions, elep... Learn More

By J.otto Seibold
It's the classic game of Old Maid featuring all the favorite Mother Goose characters from J.otto Seibold's Other Goose. Humpty Dumpty, Jack Be Nimble, Little Bo Peep, Miss Muffet, and Little Boy Blue all appear on 41 eye-popping illustrated cards... Learn More

By David Borgenicht,with David Morton,Illustrated by Yancey Labat
An interactive adventure like no other! On this epic climb up Mount Everest, readers are part of the youngest team ever to climb the world's tallest peak. Only YOU can make the right choice about your own survival and then experience the consequences of t... Learn More

By Roz Streeten
Fans of the Rosie Flo coloring books will adore this new edition! Johnny Joe's is a fresh companion to the series and features engaging scenes that appeal to both boys and girls. Add heads, legs, and arms to characters in a variety of exciting sc... Learn More

By Roz Streeten
Fans of the Rosie Flo coloring books will adore this new edition! Rosie Flo's Travel is a whirlwind world tour, showcasing illustrations of international cities and popular vacation destinations. This unique coloring book boasts pages full of whi... Learn More

Basketball is known for its fast-breaking, buzzer-beating action, and that excitement is captured in The NBA: A History of Hoops, a series celebrating four of the most successful franchises in the National Basketball Association. With thrilling t... Learn More