Summer Entertainment: Pick an Ice Cream Flavor and Your Next Read

Vanilla (White)

Love timeless stories? Enjoy traditional tales, classic favorites, and familiar adventures.

Blue Raspberry (Blue)

Explore the outdoors with nature-themed stories featuring animals, gardens, forests, oceans, and wildlife. 

Chocolate (Brown)

Travel through time with historical fiction filled with fascinating people, places, and events from the past. 

Lemon (Yellow)

Ready to laugh? Dive into funny, goofy, and delightfully silly stories that are sure to make you smile. 

Cherry (Red)

Set off on exciting adventures packed with brave heroes, daring quests, and unexpected discoveries. 

Strawberry (Pink)

Cozy up with sweet, heartwarming stories about friendship, family, kindness, and love. 

Where the Wild Things Are by Maurice Sendak

The beloved book comes to life in the sweetest way imaginable. In this seven-minute film, the original illustrations come to life, with accompanying music by Peter Schickele, who also narrates.

The Berenstain Bears BingePass by Stan and Jan Berenstain 

Hang out in Bear Country, as much as you want, for seven days. This collection of 48 eBooks features the lovable Berenstain Bears—Mama, Papa, Brother, and Sister Bear—as they tackle everyday adventures together.

Aesop’s Fables by Aesop and illustrated by Charles Santore 

A beautifully illustrated version of Aesop’s timeless tales, including The Hare and the Tortoise, The Lion and the Mouse, The Town Mouse and the Country Mouse, and The Wolf in Sheep’s Clothing. Santore is a bestselling illustrator of classic children’s books.

Peter Rabbit by Beatrix Potter and illustrated by Cindy Thornton 

Join Peter Rabbit on his classic adventures in this refreshed 2018 edition, featuring beautiful new illustrations by Cindy Thornton. This beloved collection brings Peter’s mischievous moments and charming tales to life for a whole new generation of readers.

The Secret Garden by Frances Hodgson Burnett and illustrated by Kate Lewis 

Rediscover The Secret Garden in this beautifully illustrated edition featuring Frances Hodgson Burnett’s complete classic story and stunning artwork by Kate Lewis. Follow Mary Lennox as she finds friendship, healing, and magic in a forgotten garden that has inspired readers for generations.

Squeak Chatter Bark: An Eco-Mystery by Ali Fitzgerald  

Hazel lives in a treehouse with her scientist parents in the PAW Biosphere, a world of enhanced animals and plants built to heal the planet. When her parents are kidnapped, Hazel and her friends Chimi, Nina, and Alex follow clues across biodomes to uncover a shocking mystery involving a monster. 

The Secret Life of Bees by Moira Butterfield 

Join Buzzwing the honeybee on a beautifully illustrated adventure into the fascinating world of bees. Discover the science, stories, and secrets of hive life as Buzzwing shares her journey from the day she’s born, including bee dances, incredible senses, and more. 

Runny Babbit and Runny Babbit Returns: The Runny Babbit Collection by Shel Silverstein 

Meet Runny Babbit and his silly crew of friends who speak a fun, mixed-up language all their own. These beloved books by Shel Silverstein are filled with playful spoonerisms, where words get hilariously scrambled to create a one-of-a-kind reading adventure.

Great Moments in History: Lewis and Clark Reach the West Coast by Myra Faye Turner and illustrated by Alex Oxton

Follow Lewis and Clark’s incredible journey across America in this engaging graphic novel. Learn about the challenges faced by the Corps of Discovery, their historic trip to the Pacific Ocean, and the lasting impact of one of the most famous expeditions in history.

The Oregon Trail: Oregon City or Bust! by Jesse Wiley

Hit the trail, young pioneer! Choose your path through two exciting Oregon Trail adventures: the Search for Snake River and the Road to Oregon. Face frontier challenges, make tough choices, and see if you have what it takes to reach Oregon City! 

Henry’s Freedom Box by Ellen Levine 

Henry Brown dreams of freedom, but slavery tears him away from his family again and again. After losing everything, Henry makes a daring plan to escape by mailing himself to the North. His dangerous journey leads to a new life and his first true birthday: freedom.

No, David! by David Shannon 

When David Shannon was five, he made his first book all about getting into trouble with the words “NO, DAVID!” on every page. Now he’s grown up, but some things stay the same; David is still known for his mischievous adventures. 

If You Give a Mouse a Brownie by Laura Numeroff 

Give a mouse a brownie, and you’ll start a silly chain of events! He’ll want ice cream, a spoon, and soon he’ll be making music and dreaming of starting a band. This playful story shows how one little treat can lead to big adventures.

Little Critter: Tricky Chickies by Mercer Mayer 

This fun, action-packed reader introduces kids to graphic novel storytelling with colorful panels, speech bubbles, and sound effects. When Little Critter discovers six playful chicks at Grandma and Grandpa’s farm, he must come up with a clever plan to bring them back. 

Amelia Bedelia Unleashed by Herman Parish 

Amelia Bedelia is thrilled when she gets to choose a puppy, but finding the perfect one isn’t easy! She searches shelters, parks, and dog events while asking for help along the way. Will she find the sweetest, bravest, cutest puppy of her dreams? 

In the Time of the Dinosaurs by Joanna Cole

The class transforms their dinosaur-themed room into a real prehistoric adventure! Inspired by an archaeological dig, Ms. Frizzle takes the Magic School Bus back millions of years. Students explore dinosaurs, their habitats, diets, and even discover a Maiasaura nesting ground. 

Percy Jackson and the Olympians: The Lightning Thief by Rick Riordan and Robert Venditti and illustrated by Attila Futaki 

Dive into Percy Jackson’s action-packed graphic novel adventure! When mythological creatures and gods come to life, Percy finds himself blamed for Zeus’s missing lightning bolt. With only 10 days to clear his name, Percy and his friends must race to save Mount Olympus. 

The Jungle Book by Rudyard Kipling 

Explore the classic tales of The Jungle Book, where animals teach important lessons through unforgettable adventures. Follow Mowgli, a boy raised by wolves, as he journeys through the jungle with Baloo and Bagheera while facing the fierce tiger Shere Khan. Includes stories like Rikki-Tikki-Tavi.

The Tiger Rising by Kate DiCamillo

Twelve-year-old Rob discovers a caged tiger in the Florida woods and meets Sistine, a girl who isn’t afraid to show her emotions. As they become friends, they learn that memories, pain, and even tigers can’t stay trapped forever.

Curious George Visits the Library by Margret and H.A. Reay 

Curious George has a fun-filled day at the library! He arrives just in time for story hour, but staying still isn’t easy. From picking out books to getting his own library card, George discovers that reading adventures can be exciting and fun. 

I Will Love You Forever by Caroline Jayne Church 

With sweet illustrations and heartfelt rhymes, this touching story celebrates the endless love between parents and children. It’s a beautiful reminder for little ones that no matter who they become or where life takes them, they will always be loved and cherished. 

The Box-Car Children by Gertrude Chandler Warner 

Follow orphaned siblings Henry, Jessie, Violet, and Benny as they make a home in an abandoned boxcar and create their own adventures. When one child gets sick, they meet their grandfather, who isn’t the scary person they imagined and offers them a loving new home. 

Paddington and the Pigeon by Alyssa Satin Capucilli based on books by Michael Bond 

When a pigeon lands in the Browns’ living room, Paddington makes an unexpected new friend. Follow the polite, curious little bear as he shares adventures with the Brown family with his beloved kindness, fun, and lovable chaos.