Back-to-School Books for Fall

by Naseem Hrab ; illustrated by Kelly Collier

Hop, skip, and “GINORMOUS JUMP” into this amusing expedition. Full review >

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by Beanie Feldstein ; illustrated by Laura Watkins

A feel-good friendship tale that sees children—big and small—exactly as they are. Full review >

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by Winnie Harlow ; illustrated by Sawyer Cloud

A sunny celebration of self-expression. Full review >

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by Andrew Hacket ; illustrated by Arthur Lin

Comforting for the timid, empowering for the anxious, affirming for students and teachers alike. Full review >

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by Kathryn Wanless ; illustrated by Kathryn Wanless

Whether kids are anticipating school with anxiety or excitement, this one’s a must-have. Full review >

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by Trudy Ludwig ; illustrated by Maribel Lechuga

A convincing argument that perfection may be overrated but kindness never is. Full review >

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by Alexandra Penfold ; illustrated by Suzanne Kaufman

A mighty message certain to bolster students readying themselves for the first day of school—and all year round. Full review >

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by Brad Davidson ; illustrated by Rachel Más Davidson

A funny, canny spoof with a message. Full review >

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by Chloe Ito Ward ; illustrated by Yaroslava Apollonova

Sweetly empowering. Full review >

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by Sophie Blackall ; illustrated by Phoebe Wahl

Braids together the personal and the communal—and will hopefully inspire real classrooms to follow suit. Full review >

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by Chelsea Lin Wallace ; illustrated by Thyra Heder

A loving, long-overdue tribute to custodians and the work that they do. Full review >

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by Chris Priestley ; illustrated by Mariachiara Di Giorgio

Ambience practically becomes its own character in this spellbinding, near infinite search. Full review >

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by Laurenne Sala ; illustrated by Zara González Hoang

A cheery first glimpse at school. Full review >

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by Katie Cottle ; illustrated by Katie Cottle

The moral of this wise story: It’s always best to be true to one’s self. Full review >

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by Luvvie Ajayi Jones ; illustrated by Joey Spiotto

Thoughtful guidance for youngsters processing big emotions. Full review >

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