Staff Picks for Kids
Discover the best books for kids of all ages–from new readers to tweens–selected by our staff. Find new featured book lists every month, or explore our picks by reading level or genre.
Featured Booklists
Poetry for Kids!
April is National Poetry Month! Explore these recent award winners and notable titles for kids.
2026 Coretta Scott King Book Award Winners for Kids
Check out this year's Coretta Scott King Book Award Winners for kids.
Staff Faves 2025: Kids Chapter Books, Graphic Novels & Nonfiction
Enjoy some of our favorite chapter books, graphic novels and nonfiction books for kids that were published in 2025!
Staff Faves 2025: Kids Picture Books
Enjoy some of our favorite picture books for kids that were published in 2025.
Recent Native American Books for Kids
Check out these recent stories and nonfiction titles by Indigenous and First Nations authors and/or illustrators, for ages 3 and up.
Hispanic Heritage Month 2025 for Kids
Celebrate National Hispanic American Heritage Month with these recent books for kids.
Summer Fun for Kids
Keep summer fun going with these recent picture books, chapter books, and graphic novels for kids.
Pride for Kids
The experiences of LGBTQ+ children and families are captured in this list comprised of picture books, chapter books, and graphic novels.
Early Childhood
For New Readers
New Readers - Off to a Good Start
A staff selection of books for new readers who are off to a good start.
New Readers - Decodable Books
A staff selection of books for new readers who are learning to sound out words.
New Readers - Reading Independently
A staff selection of books for new readers who are reading independently.
Elementary Grades
Books for Kindergarteners & First Graders
A staff selection of books for kindergarteners and first graders.
Genres & Topics
Advanced Reading Level for Younger Readers
A staff selection of advanced reading level books for young readers.
Asian Pacific American Heritage Books for Kids
A staff selection of Asian Pacific American titles for kids.
Race and Social Justice Books for Kids K-5
A staff selection of race and social justice titles for kids.
Resources for Kids and Families Impacted by Incarceration
A staff selection of resources for kids and familes impacted by incarceration.
The Immigrant and Refugee Experience in Childrens Books
A staff selection of titles that explore the immigrant and refugee experience for kids.
Local Interest
Washington Picture Book Authors
A staff selection of picture books by authors from Washington State for kids.
Washington Picture Book Illustrators
A staff selection of picture books by illustrators from Washington State for kids.