As we near the end of the school year, help your students maintain their drive to learn by refreshing your classroom library with the top new releases. Putting new books into your students’ hands will help both avid and reluctant readers remain engaged and motivated to learn. 

From hilarious graphic novels to action-packed chapter books, these new releases touch on a variety of interests, topics, and themes that are bound to get every student excited about reading. 

New Children's Books for May

Little readers will delight in learning about Jane Goodall's life work with chimpanzees in You Are a Star, Jane Goodall. Using first-person narrative, illustrations, and fun facts, your students will learn about the famous scientist and her efforts in natural conservation.

In Big Tree, older readers will follow along an epic adventure of two little sycamore seeds trying to find their place in the world. Plus, use this activity guide to help students explore the greater themes in the story and reflect on the world around them.

Meanwhile, graphic novel enthusiasts will be captivated by I Survived Graphix: The Great Chicago Fire, 1871. Students will explore intricate topics of hope, determination, and resiliency alongside an inspiring story told through graphic novel format.

Shop the best new releases for May below! You can find all books and activities at The Teacher Store.