Kids
BOOK RECOMMENDATIONS
Contact us
Questions for the Children’s Room can be answered by phone or by email: kids@maplewoodlibrary.org
MAIN LIBRARY:
51 Baker Street
973.762.1688 ext 5001
Jane Folger
Natasha Osborne-Boothe
HILTON BRANCH:
1688 Springfield Ave
973.762.1688 ext 5101
Jennifer Jacoppo
Book Recommendations
Librarians are available to help you find good things for your kids to read — whether it’s in person or by phone. Stop by, or call us at the numbers listed on the left for book suggestions.
NoveList K-8 — This is a great resource for recommendations and read-alikes. If you loved reading a particular book ... this guide will help you find the next good thing.
Kids Stuck at Home? Check Out Maplewood Library’s List of 12 Best Children’s eBooks — Staff recommendations for some great reads … available on eBook
Click here to visit and contribute to our all-ages Neurodiversity-Affirming Book List.
SOMSD Summer Reading Lists
2025 Grades K-2 Suggested Reading List
Catalog version (easiest way to request items and see all the formats available)
2025 Grades 3-5 Suggested Reading List
Catalog version (easiest way to request items and see all the formats available)
