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Children's Round Table
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Promoting & improving library services to children & young people, & supporting those who serve them in TxLA. Sponsors the Texas Bluebonnet Award, Texas 2x2 Reading List, and Little Maverick Graphic Novel Reading List. https://linktr.ee/CRTxLA
🤠📚 Texas librarians & families—this one’s full of heart! 💛

Uh-oh… Mei Mei broke Ama’s favorite cup 😬
When the cat takes the blame 🐱, the truth can’t stay hidden.
A tender, relatable story about honesty, guilt & family love—perfect for storytime! 💛

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#FamilyReading #BigFeelings
February 12, 2026 at 4:03 PM
✨️Little Mav Spotlight✨️
"The Cartoonists Club" by Raina Telgemeier & Scott McCloud * Grades 3-5 * Genre: Realistic Fiction✏️🎨

A one-of-a-kind friendship story about creativity and self-expression that blends how-to and comics magic. Perfect for aspiring artists!
#littlemavericklist #kidsgraphicnovels
February 11, 2026 at 6:04 PM
🐂✨ Believe in yourself, Ah-Fu!

In this beautiful modern folktale, Ah-Fu sets out to bring his family’s ox home—unsure he’s big enough to do it. With gentle wisdom, stunning Chinese brush–style art, & a powerful message about self-confidence, this book is perfect for storytime & SEL conversations.
February 10, 2026 at 4:03 PM
✨️Little Mav Spotlight✨️
"Chip Plays Grown-Up" by Maddie Frost * Grades K-2 * Genre: Animal Fantasy, Humor

In this relatable tale, a young penguin swaps roles with his mom in a scheme to stay up late, but learns being a grown-up isn't as easy as it looks!🐧❤️🐧
#littlemavericklist #kidsgraphicnovels
February 9, 2026 at 9:01 PM
✨️Little Mav Spotlight✨️
"Almost Sunset" by Wahab Algarmi * Grades 3-5 * Genre: Realistic Fiction, Sports

Hassan must navigate the expectations of his Muslim identity and the pressures of school life in this relatable and uplifting coming-of-age tale.
#littlemavericklist #kidsgraphicnovels
February 6, 2026 at 10:30 PM
🚲💛 Hop on for a joyful ride!

Big Bike, Little Bike is a hilarious, heartfelt story about perspective, friendship, & one unforgettable bike. Perfect for elementary readers!

@kdubaygillis.bsky.social @jacobsouva.bsky.social
#PictureBookLove #TexasReads #LibraryStorytime
February 5, 2026 at 4:02 PM
✨️ Little Mav Spotlight✨️

"Barnacle Bay" by Jana Curll * Grades K-5 * Genre: Science, Humor

This silly, pun-filled story introduces the wonders of marine life and the habitats they call home. Great for kids interest in animals as well as Narwhal and Jelly fans!
#littlemavericklist #kidsgraphicnovels
February 5, 2026 at 12:45 AM
It's official!🎉The 2026 Little Maverick Graphic Novel Reading List is online. Let the reading begin!

It was so tough, but we've selected a diverse collection of 30 graphic novels for children in grades K-5 sure to tempt even the most reluctant readers!
#littlemavericklist #kidsgraphicnovels
2026 Little Maverick Graphic Novel Reading List Announced - Texas Library Association
The Texas Library Association is delighted to announce the arrival of the 2026 Little Maverick Reading List! The 2026 Little Maverick Graphic Novel Reading List is a recommended reading list […]
txla.org
February 3, 2026 at 11:35 PM
🏕️🐻 Texas Librarians & Parents—Campfire Chaos Ahead! 🐻🏕️
Camping is fun… until a bear finds the snacks! This fractured fairy tale delivers giggles, camping chaos, & a fresh twist kids will love—perfect for storytime!
#FracturedFairyTale #StorytimeFun #PictureBookLaughs
February 3, 2026 at 4:02 PM
The results are in! 🎈The Texas 2 x 2 Reading List for 2026 has been finalized. These 20 titles are kid friendly, engaging, educational, & fun!

Check back each Tuesday & Thursday (and some Fridays) over the next 8 weeks as we highlight one special book from the list. 📔

#TX2x2Reading
February 2, 2026 at 4:05 PM
🔖Themed Thursday - Embrace the magic in these whimsical and weird tales of adventure and friendship!
1) Atana and the Firebird by Vivian Zhou. Grades: 3-5. Genre: Fantasy, Adventure

#littlemavericklist #kidsgraphicnovels
January 27, 2026 at 3:14 PM
✨Starred Title Spotlight✨
"Simone" by Viet Thanh Nguyen, illustrated by Minnie Phan. Grades K-2. Genre: Realistic Fiction

This powerful story, straddling two generations and two countries, shows how communities come together in tough times and the youngest can imagine the path to a better future.
December 13, 2025 at 6:01 PM
✨Starred Title Spotlight✨

"We Are Big Time" by Hena Khan, illustrated by Safiya Zerrougui. Grades 3-5. Genre: Sports, Realistic Fiction

Inspired by a true story, new Muslim student Aliya joins an all-girls, hijab-wearing basketball team and learns about teamwork and herself.
#kidsgraphicnovels
December 6, 2025 at 6:02 PM
✨Starred Title Spotlight✨
"The Light Inside" by Dan Misdea. Grades K-2. Genre: Fantasy, Scary

In this heartwarming, wordless tale, a timid jack-o'-lantern finds its courage in the darkest of places while searching for its favorite toy.

#littlemavericklist #kidsgraphicnovels
November 22, 2025 at 9:00 PM
🔖Themed Thursday - From slice-of-life to historical fiction, realistic tales bring us closer to the story!

"Alterations" by Ray Xu. Grades: 3-5. Genre: Realistic Fiction

#littlemavericklist #kidsgraphicnovels
November 7, 2025 at 12:00 AM
🔖Themed Thursday - Embrace the magic in these whimsical and weird tales of adventure and friendship!
1) Atana and the Firebird by Vivian Zhou. Grades: 3-5. Genre: Fantasy, Adventure

#littlemavericklist #kidsgraphicnovels
October 30, 2025 at 11:30 PM
✨Starred Title Spotlight✨
"Nancy Spector, Monster Detective: The Case of the Missing Spot" by Stephen W. Martin, illustrated by Linh Pham. Grades K-5. Genre: Fantasy, Mystery, Scary

It's not easy to find a lost invisible dog! Perfect for fans of "Dungeon Critters" and "The Mighty Jack".
October 23, 2025 at 11:00 PM
🔖Themed Thursday - These stories have just enough eerie elements to make for a frightfully good time!

For the full 2025 Little Maverick Graphic Novel Reading List, visit txla.org/tools-resour...
#littlemavericklist #kidsgraphicnovels
Current List - Texas Library Association
The Little Maverick Graphic Novel Reading List is a recommended reading list designed for children in grades K-5. The purpose of the list is to encourage students to explore a variety of current graphic novels.
txla.org
October 16, 2025 at 11:00 PM
✨Starred Title Tuesday✨
"Super Small: Miniature Marvels of the Natural World" by Tiffany Stone, illustrated by Ashley Spires. Grades K-2. Genre: Poetry, Science (non-fiction)

Zany rhymes and engaging illustrations make these tiny superheroes (and supervillains) pop from the page!
#kidsgraphicnovels
October 14, 2025 at 11:01 PM
💖Little Mav Favorite Friday💖
"Taxi Ghost" by Sophie Escabasse. Grades 3-5. Genre: Fantasy

In this hilarious & heartwarming story, a young girl learns puberty brings big changes...like seeing ghosts! Helping these spectral visitors shows her the power of compassion and community.
#kidsgraphicnovels
October 3, 2025 at 11:01 PM
✨Starred Title Tuesday✨
"Sky and Ty: Howdy, Partner" by Steve Breen. Grades K-2. Genre: Animal Fantasy, Humor

Meet the new cowgirl and her T. Rex pardner delivering delightful laughs and rollicking adventure along with their packages. No task is too big or too small for this duo!
#kidsgraphicnovels
September 30, 2025 at 5:04 PM
✨Starred Title Tuesday✨
"Looking for Peppermint or Life in the Forest" by Maxwell Eaton III. Grades K-5. Genre: Science (non-fiction), Adventure

A delightful mix of facts and fiction; this tale of a lost pup leads to loads of learning about the great outdoors!
#littlemavericklist #kidsgraphicnovels
September 17, 2025 at 12:01 AM
🔖Themed Thursday - Open the gateway to understanding with the relatable characters and familiar struggles of Realistic Fiction!

1) "Boom!" by by Paul Meisel. Grades K-2.

Link to full 2025 reading list in our Bio!
#littlemavericklist #kidsgraphicnovels
September 11, 2025 at 11:01 PM
✨Starred Title Tuesday✨
"Scroll" by Hui Li.Grade K-2. Genre: Realistic Fiction, Fantasy
Spanning themes of art and history, this inventive story introduces children to Chinese characters, celebrates family and tradition, and shows how ingenuity and kindness can save the day.
#kidsgraphicnovels
September 9, 2025 at 11:01 PM
💖Favorite Friday💖
"The Night Librarian" by Christopher Lincoln. Grades 3-5. Genre: Fantasy, Mystery

Two siblings discover characters are literally bursting from the books in their favorite library. Aided by the Night Librarian, they must put a stop to the chaos and destruction before it's too late!
September 6, 2025 at 12:00 AM