Best Kids’ Books of October 2024

Not every game should be played — journey through the dark forest with this story of friendship and bullying, frights and delights.

Skandar and friends return for another high-flying, action-packed quest at the Eyrie. With the Island itself at stake, can our heroes do what heroes do and save everything?

Bravery comes in all forms — and sleep schedules! Can Early Bird and Knight Owl team up to save the kingdom, or are they just too different?

No one wants to get caught in the middle of family feud — especially a Heffley-sized one…

Library cards are for everyone — even chipmunks! Join Piper in this adorably bookish tale and learn about the power of friendship, stories and the importance of sharing.

Good vs. evil, right vs. wrong, and friendships vs. betrayals. Keeper Chance is in for the conundrum of his life — one bigger than he ever could have anticipated.

You’re never too young (or old) to find your place in the world. Turn up the volume on this hilarious story of podcasts, improv and musicals aplenty.

Santa gives gifts to all the good kids for Christmas, but who makes his dreams come true? Get in the holiday spirit and help these elves give Santa a Christmas he’ll never forget.

Here be dragons, as they say, and by here, we mean in space. This high-octane blend of science fiction and fantasy is perfect for kids looking for a little Wings of Fire in their Star Wars.

With ghosts and ghouls galore, this is a supernatural ride through the new-school-scaries from bestselling author Kwame Mbalia.

Release your inhibitions and learn to swing dance with Izzy and Marcus in this hilarious and heartfelt story of individuality, bullying and middle school.

The acclaimed author and illustrator is back with a brand-new story — this time with butt-kicking, super-power-having, short-tempered house pets.

Taking young readers back to WWII, this is the story of two brilliant siblings making a big difference in a dangerous world.

This is an enchanting novel of storytelling, make-believe and imagination. Kate DiCamillo (Because of Winn Dixie) gives readers an escape into a wide world of wonder.

A gripping origin story about a young boy’s experiences in foster homes, his terrifying encounter with police and the superpowers that save him.

Middle school is hard enough without being six feet tall. Between basketball, debate and living in the (gigantic) shadow of her big brother, Stevie just wants to make it through seventh grade.

Jac and Aggie have always had each other, but growing up is difficult — especially when life starts pulling them in two different directions.

A story of family secrets and the things that haunt us (inside and out) these middle schoolers are going head-to-head with the ghosts Jasmine can’t outrun.

Seven and Thorne’s coven is under attack, but no one else seems to care. The Witchling series presses on with more mystery, magic and intrigue!

Kim’s prodigy little sister isn’t who everyone thinks she is, and now he finally has the chance to prove it to everyone. A story of sibling rivalries, spooks and scares, this is Garth Nix at his best.

You’ve heard of the Minotaur, but have you heard Ariadne’s side of things? From Pandora to Circe and more, She Speaks is a fresh take on classic myths.

One of the best and warmest moments from the Harry Potter series, now brought to new life with full illustrations.