Kids

Reading Lists for Children

Check out these book lists created by our Glendale Children’s staff. All titles have been linked to our catalog and digital library for ease of access. Place holds on physical items, or read digital items on your computer or smart device.

Themed Reading Lists

For all those notable events and experiences.

Celebrate life’s important moments with these book titles.

Back to School
Banish those back to school jitters with this collection of stories!

Summer Reading Lists

Find your inspiration with these new titles!

Looking for your next read? Check out these books, conveniently sorted by reading level! Lists are updated quarterly.

 

Picture Books
Funny, fresh, and modern stories.

Beginning Readers
I can read. Can you read? What will you read? See this list for books that those newly independent readers can devour.

Beginner Chapter Books
Funny, magical, and adventurous early elementary chapter book reads.

Chapter Books
A great selection of reads for kids ages 9-12.

Nonfiction Reads
There’s no better time to learn something new!

Global Language Reads
Find highlighted eBooks and eAudiobooks in Spanish, French, and German here.

Be the Change Reading Lists

Inclusion - Diversity - Equity - Antiracism

The Library’s Be the Change initiative highlights frequently underrepresented and marginalized groups while also celebrating their unique cultures and contributions.

 

Armenian

Updated April 2021

Asian American & Pacific Islander

Updated May 2021

Black Lives, Black Stories

Updated June 2021

Hispanic & Latinx

Updated September 2020

LGBTQIA+ & Pride

Updated June 2021

Native American

Updated November 2020