April 2026
April Read More Reading Challenge
Pull up a seat and travel back to a simpler time. The library time machine awaits with all your favorites from years past, or maybe something new to discover! From beloved picture books to timeless juvenile fiction, explore authors like Judy Blume and Beverly Cleary with a dash of Dr. Seuss and Pete the Cat.
There’s a treasure trove of nostalgic reads in our Family Space just waiting for you to revisit. If you can’t find what you’re looking for, our Family Engagement Librarian, Miss Jill, is on hand to help, along with the entire staff at Seymour Library. Bring your favorite childhood stories home for a cozy evening of reading—or better yet, share them with a younger generation in your household and pass along the magic.
Read A Childhood Favorite
Tales of a Fourth Grade Nothing by Judy Blume
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
Description: A fourth-grade boy tries to deal with his very active brother.
The Cat in the Hat by Dr. Seuss
Genre: Picture Book
Description: Two children sitting at home on a rainy day are visited by the Cat in the Hat, who shows them some tricks and games.
Pete the Cat: I Love My White Shoes by Eric Litwin and James Dean
Genre: Picture Book
Description: As he walks down the street, Pete the cat sings about his brand new white shoes as they change from red to blue to brown to wet.
The Mouse and the Motorcycle by Beverly Cleary
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
Description: A reckless young mouse named Ralph makes friends with a boy in room 215 of the Mountain View Inn and discovers the joys of motorcycling.
Have you read these selections, or are you looking for a specific book tailored to you? Search for your next great read on Novelist!