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Picture Books December 2025 |
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| Lena the Chicken (But Really a Dinosaur!) by Linda Bailey; illustrated by K-Fai SteeleUnlike her fearful, feathered family, spirited Lena knows that she's not a chicken in name or nature -- she's a mighty dinosaur! And when the coop is threatened, she has the chance to prove it. Get ready to roar: with dramatic dialogue and "gloriously goofy" (Publishers Weekly) artwork, Lena's story is an ideal read-aloud. |
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| Mama Car by Lucy Catchpole; illustrated by Karen GeorgeIn this endearing story, a child describes how her family gets around. She’s got a tricycle, and Daddy drives a "big car," while Mama uses a "Mama Car": a manual wheelchair. Based on author Lucy Catchpole’s own parenting experience, Mama Car offers a cozy and matter-of-fact look at disability within family life.
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How to Find a Yeti
by Matt Hunt
Yetis aren't real . . . or are they? Get an epic game of hide and seek in bestselling author Matt Hunt's latest picture book. Some people don't believe in yetis, but this little boy does - in fact, he's a yeti expert, and today he's going out into the forest to find one and prove it. He searches over here and over there, up high and down low, but there is just no yeti to be found. Not today, and probably not EVER. Or is there . . . ? Readers of all ages can join in the hunt for the elusive yeti. Can you find one?
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| The Night of the Hedgehog by Tanya Rosie; illustrated by Chuck GroeninkOne special evening, a barefoot father and daughter venture into their moonlit garden to observe the nocturnal wildlife, including a some memorable visitors: a family of hedgehogs. Gentle rhyming text supports the sense of quiet wonder in this nature-focused book. Read-alikes: Dianne White's Dark on Light; Jane Yolen's classic Owl Moon.
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Little Red and Big, Bad Fred
by Ashley Belote
Little Red loves to visit his great-grandfather. He makes the trip through the woods any time of year! The best part is when Little Red meets Fred along the way. Fred is the bestest, fluffiest, most amazing kitty in the whole wide world (never mind that Little Red is completely oblivious to the fact that Fred is, in fact, a very hungry wolf that is trying to eat him). When Fred gets hurt (from a trap he set for Little Red), Little Red takes his injured friend to Great Grandfather's house. That's when Great Grandfather tells Little Red that Fred is actually--a dog?--
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| Everyday Bean by Stephanie GraeginIn this series starter, readers meet young hedgehog Bean and her Grandma in ten short slice-of-life stories. With illustrations full of delicate colors and whimsical details to keep readers engaged, this charming volume helps bridge the gap between picture books and easy readers. Next in the series: Bean Supreme, due out in July 2026.
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| Ty's Travels: Super Ty! by Kelly Starling Lyons; illustrated by Niña MataWhen superhero fan Ty dons his own cape and mask, he utilizes the superpowers he already has: kindness and imagination. Accessible word choices and repeated phrases make this heartwarming story a confidence-boosting choice for beginning readers. Series alert: This is book 8 in the award-winning Ty's Travels series, but kids can read these standalone stories in any order.
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| Earl & Worm: The Bad Idea and Other Stories by Greg PizzoliGregarious, saxophone-playing bird Earl and reticent, bookish Worm go from dubious neighbors to odd-couple BFFs in this droll series kickoff. Sporting cartoony, pastel-colored illustrations and a three-part structure, this easy reader will encourage readers who are almost ready for chapter books. Next in the series: The Big Mess and Other Stories; Snow Problem and Other Stories.
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| Makeda Makes a Mountain by Olugbemisola Rhuday-Perkovich; illustrated by Lydia Mba After her family does a big de-cluttering, inventive Makeda decides to repurpose some of the old items, inspiring an upcycling spree for her friends and classmates. This upbeat, beginner-friendly read, the 3rd in a series, will grab fans of Andrea Beaty's Questioneers books. Previously in the series: Makeda Makes a Birthday Treat and Makeda Makes a Home for Subway.
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| Squid in Pants by Kaz WindnessWhen stylish Squid and his sea creature pals swipe some clothes from an unwary snorkeler, they create wild, customized garments, and even include the original owner in the resulting fashion show. Rhythm and rhyme enhance the easy-to-understand text of this playful graphic novel for beginning readers.
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Contact your librarian for more great books for ages 0-8!
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