The Best Kids’ Books of June 2026

Summer officially kicks off this month, and we can celebrate with a new stack of adventures for little ones. From silly picture books to bedtime stories and even a brand-new Dr. Seuss book, these are the kids’ books we are most excited to explore this month.

Let the Cat in the Hat take you on a rhyming adventure through all 50 states in this brand-new Dr. Seuss book. It’s true — an original manuscript was discovered. What wonderful luck!

“You are what you eat” takes on a whole new meaning in this picture book. The people behind Good Mythical Morning deliver a fun food adventure for picky eaters looking to try something new.

From the author of I Lived Inside a Whale comes a new tale of home, family and new beginnings. When Owen becomes nervous about their big move, his sister Wendy comes to the rescue in this sweet ode to siblings and friendship.

The InvestiGators are back with their signature antics and a cat-and-milk fiasco to solve. Help them tackle their silliest case yet!

Jessie Sima, the author of Not Quite Narwhal, crafts a bedtime story like none other. After an elf encounters a sleepy dragon, he conjures up the best bedtime story in the universe.

Rubie Fox is ready for the best summer ever. But after her BFF bails on camp, she learns that sometimes, making new friends is worth it in this coming-of-age diary.

Circles? Pointless. Squares? Boring. What kind of shape does the pigeon like?! Follow along as the Pigeon learns all about shapes in this early-learning book.

Bestselling author Leigh Bardugo teams up with illustrator Liz Climo for a pet-themed, laugh-out-loud adventure for budding animal lovers.

 

This Minecraft-inspired graphic novel from gamer Aphmau follows a birthday party where everything unexpectedly turns into a video game, thanks to a little magic.

Discover Narnia from the beginning in this gorgeous deluxe collector’s edition of the beloved story. After four siblings stumble into a magical world inside a closet, their destinies change forever.

The only way to get the birthday party you want is to throw it yourself… right? This is Greg's quest, and you can bet it won't go according to plan.

 

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