Popsugar Parenting Kid Books And Music The Best Books For Kids to Read in Summer 2020 20 Kids Books Coming Out Summer 2020 That Every Reader — and Parent — Will Love 11 April 2020 by Emily Weaver Image Source: Getty / Maskot As POPSUGAR editors, we independently select and write about stuff we love and think you'll like too. If you buy a product we have recommended, we may receive affiliate commission, which in turn supports our work. No matter the age, reading is a great way to keep the imagination alive while also strengthening skills like comprehensive and vocabulary. With summer rolling around the corner, your kiddos are about to have a lot more free time on their hands. Whether your child isn't a fan of reading or they're a huge book worm, book shopping can be a bit overwhelming either way. From board books to picture books, and chapter books for older readers, there's so many options out there! To make it easier, we've made a list of 20 books coming out this summer that are all packed with adventure, friendships, family, and mystery. Read on to get reading! 1 I Promise by LeBron James Image Source: amazon.com LeBron James is at it again and his upcoming picture book, I Promise ($18) is sure to be a slum-dunk. Based off of his I PROMISE program, this book will be released on August 11, and will encourage younger readers to strive for greatness in school, family, and community. I Promise $18 from amazon.com Buy Now 2 It's Not My Fault! by Jory John Image Source: amazon.com From not wanting to do his homework to not being able to fall asleep at night, a young boy has an excuse for everything because . . . it's not his fault! In the picture book, It's Not My Fault! ($16), Jory John will cheer kids on to tell the truth and accept responsibility for their actions. Look for it June 9! It's Not My Fault! $16 from amazon.com Buy Now 3 Red Rock Mysteries: Wild Rescue by Jerry B. Jenkins & Chris Fabry Image Source: amazon.com Tween twins Bryce and Ashley Timberline are on the hunt to solve another mystery in the Red Rock Mysteries: Wild Rescue ($7), out June 9! Something weird is going on in the town of Red Rock, Colorado, and the Timberline siblings have been put in charge of watching the neighbour's alpaca farm but they're a little nervous being there alone. What if something happens to the animals . . . or them? Red Rock Mysteries: Wild Rescue $7 from amazon.com Buy Now 4 Grover Image Source: amazon.com Younger readers will love finding out what Grover and his alter ego, Super Grover do in their spare time. Grover (Sesame Street Friends) ($8), released June 30, is a photographic board book that illustrates colourful pictures of Grover with his Sesame Street friends like Elmo and Big Bird. Grover (Sesame Street Friends) $8 from amazon.com Buy Now 5 Archie's Explorers of the Unknown Image Source: amazon.com Packed with action and adventure, Archie's Explorers of the Unknown ($7) follows the teens of Riverdale as they race to the rescue to battle cyclops, a giant crab monster, and the crazy Dr. Gloom! Check it out on July 21. Archie's Explorers of the Unknown $7 from amazon.com Buy Now 6 Pop Up Peekaboo! Monsters Image Source: amazon.com Babies and toddlers will have a fun time playing with Pop Up Peekaboo! Monsters ($8), out July 21. This colourful interactive board book reveals little monsters under each flap; some playing with bubbles, in the bathroom, or hiding under the bed! Pop Up Peekaboo! Monsters $8 from amazon.com Buy Now 7 Wild Symphony by Dan Brown Image Source: amazon.com Learn about all the beautiful sounds of the symphony in Wild Symphony ($17), to be released on September 1. This picture book comes with a free interactive smartphone app so you and your child can listen along as you explore each animal and their musical instrument. Wild Symphony $17 from amazon.com Buy Now 8 Paint by Sticker Kids: Dinosaurs Image Source: amazon.com Paint by Stickers Kids: Dinosaurs ($10), out July 21, is an arts and crafts project for kids, minus the mess. Honestly, what could be better? Your child will learn about dinosaurs, how they lived, fun facts, and how to pronounce each name. All they have to do is place each sticker with its corresponding number, and at the end they'll have a dinosaur! Paint by Stickers Kids: Dinosaurs $10 from amazon.com Buy Now 9 Level 13 (A Slacker Novel) by Gordon Korman Image Source: amazon.com Level 13 (A Slacker Novel) ($8) is the story of Cameron Boxer, who is determined to beat Level 13 on a video game. But when he befriends Elvis, a beaver who wants to cheer Cam on, other's start to share that they don't think Cam should be hanging out with Elvis. See how it ends on June 25! Level 13 (A Slacker Novel) $8 from amazon.com Buy Now 10 School Things by Dr. Seuss Image Source: amazon.com What do Thing One and Thing Two do at school? Follow along this board book, out June 30, as Dr. Seuss takes you through an average school day in classic Seussian rhyming fashion. Toddlers will learn their ABCs, numbers, and how school can be a magical fun place in Dr. Seuss's School Things ($9). Dr. Seuss's School Things $9 from amazon.com Buy Now 11 The Berenstain Bears Visit Big Bear City by Mike Berenstain Image Source: amazon.com The Berenstain Bears are at it again with the crazy tales and adventures in the picture book, The Berenstain Bears Visit Big Bear City($4), to be released September 1. This time, the family travels to Big Bear City where they discover the subway station, the Empire Bear Building, and many other sights! 12 The Curse of the Werepenguin by Allan Woodrow Image Source: amazon.com Bolt Wattle just wants to find his birth family but when he gets bit by another boy, Baron, he's turned into half boy, half penguin! Now, Bolt has to reverse the curse and try to find his family. In The Curse of Werepenguin ($9), out April 28, Bolt goes on the adventure of a lifetime, while meeting some odd and funny people along the way. The Curse of Werepenguin $9 from amazon.com Buy Now 13 ABC's of Oceanography by Chris Ferrie and Katherina Petrou Image Source: amazon.com ABC's of Oceanography ($10), released August 1, teaches babies and toddlers about the ocean's wonders while also learning their ABC's. This board book has sturdy pages so younger readers can practice turning the pages themselves. ABC's of Oceanography $10 from amazon.com Buy Now 14 How to Catch a Yeti by Adam Wallace & Andy Elkerton Image Source: amazon.com Can your child catch the Yeti or will he remain a mystery? Find out on September 1, in How to Catch a Yeti ($11). Readers will travel through the mountains, pick up clues, and escape traps to catch the big monster. How to Catch a Yeti $11 from amazon.com Buy Now 15 Annie's Life in Lists by Kristin Mahoney Image Source: amazon.com Annie recently moved to a small town and is having a harder time making new friends with her fifth grade schoolmates. Plus, her brother is mad at her. To help keep things in order, she makes lists. Annie loves lists! Annie's Life in Lists ($8) is the perfect book for readers who enjoy Ramona Quimby and the Penderwicks. Check it out on June 23! Annie's Life in Lists $8 from amazon.com Buy Now 16 The World Needs More Purple People by Kristen Bell and Benjamin Hart Image Source: amazon.com Who are purple people? Purple people are hardworking, funny, love their families, and speak the truth! In The World Needs More Purple People ($13), to be released on June 2, Kristen Bell and Benjamin Hart will teach kids step-by-step how they can be purple, and encourage their peers to be so as well! The World Needs More Purple People $13 from amazon.com Buy Now 17 Queen of the Nile: Cleopatra In Space by Mike Maihack Image Source: amazon.com Queen of the Nile: Cleopatra In Space ($15), out August 4, is the last book in the space graphic series of young Cleopatra. Cleo must defend the space galaxy and battle her enemy one last time. With the help of her friends, Cleo will become a saviour and a hero . . . if they make it out alive! Queen of the Nile: Cleopatra In Space $15 from amazon.com Buy Now 18 Kamala and Maya's Big Idea by Meena Harris Image Source: amazon.com Inspired by a true story, Kamala and Maya's Big Idea ($19) is a loving tale of two young girls (including Senator Kamala Harris) who help transform their community. This picture book is written by the Senator's niece, and will show kids how they too, can make a small but mighty difference in their community. Read the story on June 2. Kamala and Maya's Big Idea $19 from amazon.com Buy Now 19 The Fowl Twins by Eoin Colfer Image Source: amazon.com The Fowl Twins ($9) is jam-packed with adventure and mystery. On July 7, follow the twins, who've just turned 11 years old and are suddenly put in charge of house security. However, they meet a few strangers including a troll, fairy, and a nobleman. Will they be able to keep the house safe? It seems like these characters have another plan in mind for the siblings. The Fowl Twins $9 from amazon.com Buy Now 20 Storm Blown by Nick Courage Image Source: amazon.com Storm Blown ($8), out July 14, follows Alejo and Emily, two strangers who become fast friends, because they're right in the path of mega storm Valerie! Will they be able to escape before the hurricane hits the island? Storm Blown $8 from amazon.com Buy Now Kid Books And MusicLittle KidsKid Shopping