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What We're Reading in the Kids' Library October 2025 |
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The Day the River Caught Fire
by Barry Wittenstein
Is it possible for a river to burn? How could that happen? A river is water! In "The Day the River Caught Fire," we learn about the 1969 burning of the Cuyahoga River and how it went from a beautiful place to swim, fish, and canoe to catching fire due to the accumulation of "sludge, oil, and sewage" that floated on its surface. Gross! This hopeful book talks about the creation of Earth Day and the strides we continue to make to keep our world and our water clean and habitable.
Best for Grades K-3.
Suggested by Amy.
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A Kids Book About OCD
by Hazel Hall
Do you find yourself stuck in a loop of worry and ritual? Check out this book about OCD written by a kid with OCD. With engaging illustrations and easy-to-understand text, young readers will find this nonfiction book useful. It is a great book to read to celebrate those with differences while being sensitive to their experiences.
Best for Grades K-4.
Suggested by Angela.
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Detective Stanley and the Mystery at the Museum
by Hannah Tunnicliffe
Detective Stanley has retired and is ready for a life of relaxation and pancakes. But when a letter arrives from the museum asking for help solving a particularly tricky mystery, Stanley puts his floppy detective's hat back on for one more case. Will this mystery stump the famous sleuth? Find out in this fast-paced, funny graphic novel.
Best for Grades 1-3.
Suggested by Amanda.
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Spooky Celebrations Around the World
by Matt Ralphs
Spooky season is here, and this book can help you learn about the many ways people celebrate. From Halloween in the US to Chuseok in South Korea, learn about different celebrations all around the globe. Packed with fun facts and eye-catching illustrations, this is a fun fall read.
Best for Grades 1-3.
Suggested by Amanda.
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Tree. Table. Book.
by Lois Lowry
Eleven-year-old Sophia Winslow's best friend just happens to be her 88-year-old next-door neighbor, Sophie Gershowitz. This story of acceptance and love is perfect for anyone looking for a heartfelt story about dealing with the difficulties in our lives.
Best for Grades 3-6.
Suggested by Amy.
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Deeply Dave
by Michael Grover
Take a deep dive with Dave into an undersea adventure to find his mom. He meets a cast of characters along the way, and readers are given prompts to become part of the action. The illustrations add to the story with a solid black background, making readers feel they are deep-sea diving along with Dave.
Best for Grades 3-7.
Suggested by Angela.
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Gloam
by Jack Mackay
Gwen knows for certain the babysitter her stepfather hired to care for her and her siblings is an actual monster - even if no one else can see it. She also knows that she is the only one who can protect her family from the nightmares that are appearing around their home on Gloam Island. This is a great spooky season read, filled with likable characters and plenty of scares.
Best for Grades 4-8.
Suggested by Amanda.
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Another
by Paul Tremblay
Casey Wilson is surprised when his parents tell him a friend is coming for a sleepover. What friend? Since a Zoom incident at school, Casey has not had great interactions with his classmates. When the friend arrives in a burlap bag on the front porch, Casey knows something is not quite right with this new friend. What or who is this new friend? Delightfully unnerving.
Best for Grades 5-8.
Suggested by Amy.
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Sunrise on the Reaping
by Suzanne Collins
The prequel to The Hunger Games gives us a look inside the characters we met in the original trilogy. The story revolves around Haymitch Abernathy and his journey as a tribute in the Quarter Quell. Fans of the series will get a better understanding of the gamemasters, victors, and people of Panem.
Best for Grades 6-8.
Suggested by Angela.
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