This year’s Summer Reading Program theme celebrates the joy of play and how it connects us to others. Through games and puzzles, we can learn about ourselves while building friendships and community.
Beastly Puzzles: A Brain-Boggling Animal Guessing Game by Rachel Poliquin
What animal could be made out of dinosaur feet, several feather dusters, and a lion-killing kick? If you guessed ostrich, this book may be for you! This tricky, fact-filled book challenges readers to identify animals based on clever clues. For grades 2-5.
Crash, Splash, or Moo! by Bob Shea
Readers become the players and vote in this wild, interactive game show picture book which features increasingly silly stunts performed by Action Clam and Cow. For preschool and up.
D&D Dungeon Club: Roll Call by Molly Knox Ostertag
Best friends Jess and Olivia love making up stories and playing D&D together as a pair. Their bond is tested when Olivia wants to expand their campaign and friendship circle in this engaging graphic novel about growing up. For grade 4 and up.
Gamerville by Johnnie Christmas
Gamer Maxwell is sent to a nature camp by his parents for a digital detox. Using video game winning strategies, Maxwell at- tempts to escape and play in a championship tournament in this fast-paced graphic novel adventure. For grades 5-8.
Games Around the World by John Perritano
Explore playground games from Turkey, China and Zimbabwe and more! Learn about different cultures and how some familiar games like tag, musical chairs and marbles are played in other countries. For grades 2-5.
Jump In! by Shadra Strickland
Highlighting the joy of community and a carefree summer day, this vibrant, upbeat ode to Double Dutch is the perfect read to inspire outdoor jump roping fun. For preschool and up.
