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For most of us, spring break will be arriving soon—and what better way to get in the mood than reading some fun travel and adventure stories?!
they set out on an adventure in the great outdoors in their local forest. With spirited illustrations and text, it is perfect for any little adventurer you have in your household. There is also an informative glossary in the back and markers throughout the book of the discoveries! 5. Once Upon A Book by Grace Lin Sometimes the best adventures are the ones we take inside the pages of a book. Alice loves getting swept up in stories—so when the pages of her book welcome her inside, Alice does not hesitate to jump in. She is engrossed in a world of wonder as she goes everywhere from the sea to space and the desert. A perfect read for your kid with a lot of imagination. 6. Carson Crosses Canada by Linda Bailey Follow along with Annie, a fun old woman, and her dog Carson as they make a trip across Canada to visit Annie’s sister. Along the way, they take in the sights and some fun stops along the way. 7. Piglette by Katelyn Aronson Although Piglette is a pig, she prefers the finer things in life and perfection, unlike some of her siblings. For example, Piglette is all about pastries, pampering, and most of all, flowers. So, she leaves her farm and sets for Paris to work in perfume shops. But Piglette soon realizes that home is truly where the heart (& her favorite scents) are.
A great nonfiction read that shows all types of minerals and where to find them around the world! You will also learn how to identify minerals and all about the rock cycle. TWEENS & TEENS: 9. Zara’s Rules for Living Your Best Life by Hena Khan (Ages 8–12) Spring break is here and Zara has big plans…. But when Zara’s best friend Naomi gets sent to camp and Zara and her little brother, Zayd, are sent to her grandparents, that totally throws a wrench in her plans. Instead of epic fun, it is full of chores and watching her grandpa sleep on the couch. But Zara concocts a plan to turn her spring break around—not just for herself but her grandpa also! 10. Ben Washington is the Odd Man Out by Jasmine Mullen (Ages 8–12) Ben loves his new school and is excited to show it off to his best friend, Zion, who is visiting from Atlanta for spring break. But Ben worries that his new best friend, Kenny, and Zion might clash. Or will they hit off and Ben be left as the odd man out? 11. Freaky in Fresno by Laurie Boyle Crompton (TEEN) Ricki (a horror movie fan) wants to save the local drive-in. Lana (a makeup influencer) wants to go to Digifest to grow her channel. Both need the convertible, but after a major fight, they switch bodies and must work together before more disaster strikes.
YOUTH 1. The Tagalongs by Megan Myers
Filled with stunning visuals and whimsy, this is a delightful book on friendship and adventure. Young readers will follow Julia as she takes a hike at Pancake Peak, and on the way, she meets some unexpected animal friends. This is a cozy read and teaches kids about helping others, solitude, and the joy of nature.
2. The 50 States: Things that Go by Kristen Lee
Doing some traveling this spring break? Well, get prepped with this fun “things that go” book: 50 states edition. With over 500 facts featuring all the states, your kid is sure to pick up some great knowledge to share with you. Learn about everything from race cars to submarines to trains. There are so many vehicles to explore in this exciting read! 3. The Camping Trip by Catherine Hapka A great “I Can Read” book for emerging early readers. In the second book of the Pony Scouts, a group takes their ponies camping. Meg realizes camping comes with a lot of new things to learn, such as setting up a tent and swimming. But that comes with a new love for adventure and the outdoors!
4. The Hike by Allison Farrell Follow three friends and their little pup as
8. Minerals: Hit the Road and Discover a World That Rocks! by Sarah Eason
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