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New York Times Best Sellers - Children's

The New York Times Best Seller list is widely considered the preeminent list of best-selling books in the United States. It is updated every Sunday. Below are best seller lists for middle grade hardcover and pictures books. For more lists, see our New York Times Best Sellers page or visit The New York Times's Best Sellers page.

Children's Middle Grade Hardcover

New York Times Children's Best SellersJuly 7, 2024

Wonder

Wonder by R.J. Palacio

A boy with a facial deformity starts school. (Ages 8 to 12)

Refugee

Refugee by Alan Gratz

Three children in three different conflicts look for safe haven. (Ages 9 to 12)

The Misfits: a Royal Conundrum

The Misfits: a Royal Conundrum by Lisa Yee.

Olive is sent to Reforming Arts School and teams up with a group of crime-fighting outcasts. (Ages 8 to 12)

Heroes

Heroes by Alan Gratz

The friends Frank and Stanley give a vivid account of the Pearl Harbor attack. (Ages 8 to 12)

The Sun and the Star

The Sun and the Star by Rick Riordan and Mark Oshiro

The demigods Will and Nico embark on a dangerous journey to the Underworld to rescue an old friend. (Ages 10 to 14)

The Complete Cookbook for Young Chefs

The Complete Cookbook for Young Chefs by America's Test Kitchen Kids

Over 100 kid-tested recipes from America's Test Kitchen. (Ages 8 and up)

Wings of Fire: a Guide to the Dragon World

Wings of Fire: a Guide to the Dragon World by Tui T. Sutherland.

A deeper dive into the legends of the 10 dragon tribes. (Ages 8 to 12)

Odder

Odder by Katherine Applegate.

After a shark attack, Odder recuperates at the aquarium with the scientists who raised her. (Ages 8 to 12)

They Call Me No Sam!

They Call Me No Sam! by Drew Daywalt.

A pug named Sam protects his family. (Ages 8 to 12)

Ferris

Ferris by Kate DiCamillo

During the summer before fifth grade, 10 year-old Ferris contends with friends’ and family’s bouts with love. (Ages 8 to 12)

Picture Books

New York Times Picture Books Best SellersJuly 7, 2024

You Can Be a Good Friend (no Matter What!)

You Can Be a Good Friend (no Matter What!) by Taraji P. Henson.

A spirited young girl attempts to make friends at her new school. (Ages 4 to 8)

The Wonderful Things You Will Be

The Wonderful Things You Will Be by Emily Winfield Martin

A celebration of future possibilities. (Ages 3 to 7)

Why a Daughter Needs a Dad

Why a Daughter Needs a Dad by Gregory E. Lang.

A father's love for his daughter. (Ages 4 to 8)

Bluey: Sleepytime

Bluey: Sleepytime by Joe Brumm

Bingo wants to do a big girl sleep and wake up in her own bed. (Ages 4 to 8)

Dragons Love Tacos

Dragons Love Tacos by Adam Rubin.

What to serve your dragon-guests. (Ages 3 to 5)

I Love Dad with the Very Hungry Caterpillar

I Love Dad with the Very Hungry Caterpillar by Eric Carle

Celebrating dad with help from that insatiable insect. (Ages 3 to 5)

The Day the Crayons Quit

The Day the Crayons Quit by Drew Daywalt.

Problems arise when Duncan’s crayons revolt. (Ages 3 to 7)

Pete the Cat Screams for Ice Cream!

Pete the Cat Screams for Ice Cream! by James Dean and Kimberly Dean

Pete eagerly awaits the arrival of the ice cream truck. (Ages 4 to 8)

The Big Cheese

The Big Cheese by Jory John.

The Big Cheese learns a lesson in humility. (Ages 4 to 8)

May You Love and Be Loved

May You Love and Be Loved by Cleo Wade

Well wishes for the future. (Ages 3 to 6)