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August 2026 Books We're Excited About
Check out this month's recommendations from Chicago Public Library. Visit our Books page for previous lists of recommendations.
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The Lizard y El Sol: Theater for the Very Young
Aug 11th - Aug 15th | 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Various locations
Teen Escape Room
Aug 11th | 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Memoir Panel
Aug 11th | 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Teen DIY: Tin Wallets
Aug 12th | 3:00pm - 4:30pm
The Lizard y El Sol: Theater for the Very Young
Aug 11th - Aug 15th | 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Various locations
Teen Escape Room
Aug 11th | 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Memoir Panel
Aug 11th | 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Teen DIY: Tin Wallets
Aug 12th | 3:00pm - 4:30pm
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America at 250: Picture Books
Learn more about the people, places, laws, and events that have shaped our history. Recommended for readers ages 0 to 8.
New in Kids Books: July 2026
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Kids Staff Picks (August 2026)
Kids and parents, check out our latest picks for good reading.
America at 250: Picture Books
Learn more about the people, places, laws, and events that have shaped our history. Recommended for readers ages 0 to 8.
New in Kids Books: July 2026
Like to stay on trend? Here are the kids books we are most excited to read this month.
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Back to School: Top Picks for Incoming Freshmen
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Teen Staff Picks (July 2026)
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Teen Books for the Anthony Bourdain Biopic
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