Here we round up new and forthcoming children’s titles including a collection about a bear and bird’s friendship, a young readers adaptation highlighting the relationship between humans and plants, a middle grade series starter following kids escaping a haunted amusement park, and more.

Bear and Bird: The Picnic and Other Stories by Jarvis. Candlewick, $15.99; ISBN 978-1-5362-2832-8. In a collection of four stories about a bird and a bear’s friendship, the duo navigates losing each other, a picnic mishap, and more.

The Botany of Desire (Young Readers Edition) by Michael Pollan Rocky Pond, $18.99; ISBN 978-0-593-53152-5. Pollan’s young readers adaptation highlights the relationship between humans and plants, particularly through the produce plants provide that satisfy our human cravings.

Escape from Grimstone Manor (Monsterious, Book 1) by Matt McMann. Putnam, $17.99; ISBN 978-0-593-53069-6; $7.99 paper ISBN 978-0-593-53071-9. On a trip to amusement park ThrillVille, 12-year-olds Mateo, Taylor, and Zari must put aside their misunderstandings to escape the park’s haunted monsters that have come back to life.

The Eyes and the Impossible by Dave Eggers, illus. by Shawn Harris. Knopf, $18.99; ISBN 978-1-524764-20-3; McSweeney’s, $28; ISBN 978-1-952119-45-3. Johannes, an entrusted park aid, attempts to free a group of bison from captivity within their park. The illustrated middle grade book received a starred review from PW.

The Greatest Kid in the World by John David Anderson. HarperCollins/Walden Pond, $19.99; ISBN 978-0-06-298603-0. When 12-year-old Zeke is selected in a competition to find the World’s Greatest Kid, he attempts to prove his greatness through a series of public stunts.

Grounded by Aisha Saeed, Huda Al-Marashi, Jamilah Thompkins Bigelow, and S.K. Ali. Amulet, $18.99; ISBN 978-1-4197-6175-1. Four kids leaving the Muslims of North America conference are stranded with their families at an airport after a thunderstorm grounds their flights.

Have You Seen My Invisible Dinosaur? by Helen Yoon. Candlewick, $18.99; ISBN 978-1-5362-2625-6. A child searches for his invisible dinosaur in order to give him a bath.

I Am a Tornado by Drew Beckmeyer. Atheneum, $18.99; ISBN 978-1-66591-674-5. An anthropomorphic tornado finds an empathetic ear—and some emotional support—from an unexpected source.

If Tomorrow Doesn’t Come Yes by Jen St. Jude. Bloomsbury, $19.99; ISBN 978-1-5476-1136-2. On the day Avery Byrne plans to take her own life, she learns that the end of the world is coming, and while considering the impending destruction, she navigates her burgeoning queer identity. The YA book received a starred review from PW.

Joy, to the World by Kai Shappley and Lisa Bunker. Clarion, $19.99; ISBN 978-0-06-324275-3. Joy Simmons confronts transphobic state laws that prevent her from joining her school’s cheerleading team.

A Little Emotional by Christopher Eliopoulos. Rocky Pond, $18.99; ISBN 978-0-593-61661-1. After Tommy loses his favorite toy, his emotions show up as colorful monsters as his mood shifts throughout his search.

Maribel's Year by Michelle Sterling, illus. by Sarah Gonzales. HarperCollins/Tegen, $19.99; ISBN 978-0-0631-1435-7. Through a seasonal kaleidoscope that details nearly a year of separation, young Maribel shares with her Papa, who remains in the Philippines, moments of life after their emigration.

Maurice by Jessixa Bagley. Chronicle, $17.99; ISBN 978-1-7972-1173-2. A canine accordionist who once played big concert halls is now a busker on the streets of an entirely dog-populated Paris. The picture book received a starred review from PW.

Monster Camp by Sarah Henning. McElderry, $17.99; ISBN 978-1-6659-3005-5. While attending a nearby survival skills camp, Monster LARP-er Sylvie learns that Monster Camp isn’t for would-be monsters, but for real ones, and must hide her human identity from her peers.

The Moon Remembers by E.B. Goodale. Clarion, $19.99; ISBN 978-0-358-68232-5. The moon acts as a constant in the world and for a baby finding comfort in its presence. The picture book received a starred review from PW.

Never Trust a Gemini by Freja Nicole Woolf. Walker Books US, $19.99; ISBN 978-1-5362-3054-3. Avid astrology follower Cathleen Phillips navigates the dating scene in accordance with her astrological chart but finds that the stars aren’t entirely accurate in predicting her blossoming feelings.

Nigeria Jones by Ibi Zoboi. HarperCollins/Balzer + Bray, $19.99; ISBN 978-0-06-288884-6. Sixteen-year-old Nigeria Jones explores complex relationships with her famous freedom-fighter father and her all-Black commune when she leaves to attend a new school. The YA book received a starred review from PW.

One Cool Duck #1: King of Cool by Mike Petrik. Hippo Park, $12.99; ISBN 978-1-6626-4018-6; $8.99 paper ISBN 978-1-6626-4019-3. Duck becomes discouraged when newcomer Cat attracts the attention of all his friends, despite his mean behavior.

The Princess and the Grilled Cheese Sandwich by Deya Muniz. Little, Brown Ink, $24.99; ISBN 978-0-316-53870-1; $17.99 paper ISBN 978-0-316-53872-5. Lady Camembert abandons her royal position to live in a new city as a count and must hide her true identity from a princess at a ball. The graphic novel received a starred review from PW.

The Rules of Us by Jennifer Nissley. Labyrinth Road, $18.99; ISBN 978-0-5934-8489-0. When longtime couple Jillian and Henry disclose to each other that they are both queer, they turn their attention to gaining a prestigious scholarship, and face fissures in their friendship for the first time.

Sam Makes a Splash: The House on Sunrise Lagoon: #1 by Nicole Melleby. Algonquin, $16.99; ISBN 978-1-643753-10-2. When Samantha discovers her adoptive parents have plans of selling their boat business, she tries to find a way to save it and prove she is a part of her family.

Select by Christie Matheson. Random House, $17.99; ISBN 978-0-593-56723-4. Soccer player Alex struggles to maintain her love for the game with a new coach whose sexist remarks discourage the team.

A Shadow Crown by Melissa Blair. Union Square, $17.99 trade paper; ISBN 978-1-4549-4789-9. In the second Halfling Saga fantasy book, Keera learns of a traitor within her ranks as a looming war threatens the kingdom.

Shermy and Shake, the Not So Nice Neighbor by Kirby Larson, illus. by Shinji Fujioka. Candlewick, $15.99; ISBN 978-1-5362-1942-5. An improbable friendship between orderly Shermy and his new neighbor Shake develops over the course of a summer vacation.

Simon and the Better Bone by Corey R. Tabor. HarperCollins/Balzer + Bray, $19.99; ISBN 978-0-06-327555-3. In a spin on the Aesop’s fable “The Dog and His Reflection,” while looking at his own reflection in a park pond, Simon the dog desires the bone of the dog he sees. The picture book received a starred review from PW.

Squire & Knight by Scott Chantler. First Second, $22.99; ISBN 978-1-250-24933-3; $14.99 paper ISBN 978-1-250-24934-0. An unnamed bookish squire saves his boastful mentor, a knight, from death at the claws of a dragon.

This Is the Way the World Ends by Jen Wilde. Wednesday, $20; ISBN 978-1-2508-2797-5. An elegant masquerade ball among New York city prep school students turns survivalist nightmare when attendees find out the world is ending.

When Clouds Touch Us by Thanhhà Lai. HarperCollins, $18.99; ISBN 978-0-06-304700-6. In this sequel to Inside Out and Back Again, two years after Hà and her family’s emigration, Hà prepares for another sudden to move and learns to accept change.

You Don't Have a Shot by Racquel Marie. Feiwel and Friends, $19.99; ISBN 978-1-250-83629-8. Soccer player Vale attends a summer sports camp with her rival Leticia, where they compete for the attention of college recruiters, while potentially falling for each other. The YA book received a starred review from PW.

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