Cathy DeCampli

Bigfoot. The Chupacabra. Atlantis. We can learn a lot about civilizations from their folklore and mythologies and this selection of series gives readers a great variety to choose from. Our world may feel small right now but these books will open up minds to great possibilities.

The world seems like an increasingly complicated place. These series help children put the world in order by breaking society into manageable chunks. They cover musical instruments, cultural holidays, current events, and nations around the world.

These history titles seek to attract new readers with unique hooks, tantalizing subjects, and ­entertaining graphics.

This season’s series teach children about citizenship, charity, and kindness. Readers will also learn to study their own emotions, actions, and the important events that impact their everyday lives.

Five new series take readers on journeys through cities, states, and countries all over the globe. 

These nine new series empower readers to learn about the people in their communities, explore potential future careers, and care for their physical and mental health. 

The social sciences shed light on the world around us and help us understand our place in it. This season’s selections cover a wealth of seemingly unrelated topics that touch our lives daily, even though we may not realize to what extent.