10 Great New Children’s Books Out in September 2026
The start of every school year feels full—too full—of haircuts and back-to-school nights, last-minute trips to the store for sneakers that aren’t a size too small, and last-gasp-of-summer ice cream cones. My kids are meeting new teachers, trying new activities,
School year starts with a flurry of activity, but for parents eager to keep their children reading amidst the chaos, there are ten new children's books to choose from in September 2026. Christopher Myers' Night Ride, a picture book with enormous stained-glass illustrations, tells a wordless story of children riding their bicycles through iconic spaces in New York City.
Jillian Tamaki's Young Cat, Old Cat is another beautiful picture book illustrated in embroidery and appliqué. Kate Beaton and Sydney Smith's Rebecca explores the lives of the author's ancestors and their struggles in a harsh, remote climate. Jack Wong's Goodbye, Koi tells a comforting story of a young boy and his dad who say goodbye to their beloved koi fish as they move to a new home. Mo Willems' What Will We Find in This Box? introduces Snake and Bat in their first adventure.
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