12 Awesome Books You Probably Haven’t Read Yet

Give "Goodnight Moon" a break and turn to these 12 exciting new reads for your next story time.

By rtemmasmith March 6, 2016

Looking to give Goodnight Moon a little extra shelf time (and well deserved break)? Freshen up family story time by adding 12 fantastic new books for ages 3-11. From early readers to chapter books and graphic novels, flip through the album below to discover your budding bookworm’s latest literary fave.

This Bridge Will Not Be Gray

Age: 5-10

Do you ever wonder why the Golden Gate Bridge is orange? The answer will almost certainly surprise you. Readers bored by dry, all-the-facts-please nonfiction will enjoy Dave Eggers’s first children’s book. With unexpected humor and poignancy, he has created a loving and informative tribute to the world’s most famous bridge.

Available at McSweeneys.net, $16.