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Picture Books December 2025 |
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Unlike 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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A Scrub in the Tub
by Jan Thomas
Rabbit and Weasel know their pal Pig needs a scrub in the tub. There’s just one problem: Pig does not like baths! He tries every alternative, from a single splash to a mud bath, but alas, the stink persists. With some help from his friends, can Pig open his mind to a bit of bath time fun?
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The Moving Book
by Lisa Brown
Moving can be sad and scary—but it doesn’t have to be. The kids in this book have done it many times before, as the older brother reminds his sister. They reflect on favorite memories from each of their past homes, and the boy talks her (and the reader) through all the steps to expect, from taping up boxes to riding in the car behind the moving truck.
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| The Night of the Hedgehog by Tanya RosieOne 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.
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| Vida: The Mice, the Cat, and the Alebrije by Duncan TonatiuhWhen a feline interloper casts a pall over the once-vibrant town of Mousetepec, two mouse siblings use color, creativity, and community to fight back. Depicted in creator Duncan Tonatiuh's dramatic, distinctive, pre-Columbian art style, this modern fable is "utterly mesmerizing" (Kirkus Reviews). |
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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.
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| Ty's Travels: Super Ty! by Kelly Starling LyonsWhen 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.
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Vacation
by Ame Dyckman
When friends and roommates Bat, Cat, and Rat decide to take a vacation, they have trouble agreeing on a destination until Rat finds the perfect solution. Conflicts, compromise, and some well-meaning pranks ensue as prep work brings out the trio’s mischievous side. Bat, Cat, and Rat’s dynamic friendship and amusing antics are sure to have readers laughing.
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Two Birds . . . and a Moose
by James Preller
Moose really wants to join two birds at the top of a tree. But how does a moose climb up a tree, and what will he do when he gets to the top? Find out in this delightfully silly story about a moose on a mission…and the birds that are in for a pleasant, moonlit surprise.
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Dog Can Hide
by Laura Gehl
Cat is it.
Dog can hide.
Frog can hide.
Can Cat find Dog and Frog?
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Contact your librarian for more great books for ages 0-8!
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Forsyth County Public Library
660 W. Fifth St., Winston-Salem, NC 27101
336-703-2665forsythlibrary.org |
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