Experience history through unforgettable characters and thrilling stories! These 12 novels full of adventure, courage, mystery, and heart, teach young readers about pivotal moments from the past while sparking curiosity about the world we live in today. SAVE this list to share with the middle schoolers in your life!
Magic is slipping away, and time is running out. ✨
On the brink of turning thirteen, Mengyao and Kai set out on a dangerous journey to find the legendary Dragon’s Pulse and uncover secrets that could change their kingdom forever.
THE SONG OF THE YELLOW DRAGON is an enchanting middle grade fantasy filled with dragon lore, ancient magic, and adventure.
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I’m really over the moon to reveal the cover of my next picture book: Young Cat, Old Cat. Executed completely with painted fabric and embroidery wool, this one was a real labour of love. I’ll be sharing more about that very intensive process later, I’m sure.
“Young Cat, Old Cat” is not only about loving a pet, but also how our relationship to them changes over time. It’s inspired by my own little cat who I took home as a kitten and lived for almost 22 years. It’s quite a thing to witness a whole life unfold in front of you.
Today I’m sharing, in addition to the cover, a few detail shots of the embroideries. Lots more on this later. Out in Sept! US pre-order is now in the bi0! 🧵🪡
Jia runs from every dog. Charlie the French bulldog hides from every kid. But when something much scarier brings them together, can these two unlikely companions overcome their fears and discover friendship where they least expect it? 🐶💛
Find out in JIA HAS A DOG PROBLEM by Stephanie Ellen Sy, illustrated by Isabella Kung!
Getting your tween’s summer reading stack ready? ☀️📚 Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month is the perfect time to discover new stories filled with imagination, adventure, joy, and discovery.
You might know his name from the hit musical or recognize his face from the $10 bill, but...Who Was Alexander Hamilton? Start watching our first Who HQ YouTube episode to find out! youtube.com/@WhoHQBooks
✨ Introducing Playable, Kid-Powered Board Books from Melissa & Doug! Like the timeless wooden toys and realistic pretend play sets that inspire them, these books have been carefully crafted with fun formats that inspire the kind of purposeful, kid-powered play that nurtures growth, sparks imagination and builds confidence.
These sturdy books are designed to withstand repeated read and play sessions, earning the trust parents have come to expect from Melissa & Doug. Swipe through to get a sneak peek inside these one of a kind books and preorder today before they hit shelves on October 13th!
📚 Melissa & Doug: The Toy Kitchen Cookbook
📚 Melissa & Doug: What Do You See?: A Lift-the-Flap Blocks Book
📚 Melissa & Doug: Play All Day
🍌📚 Meet Amina Banana! From National Book Award–winning author Shifa Safadi and illustrator Aaliya Jaleel, this delightful chapter book series follows a clever third grader navigating friendship, school, and growing up with lots of heart, humor, and STEM-filled problem solving. Swipe to discover the full series! 💛
