New Children's Books
December 3, 2025
 
 
The following books are new to the shelves in the Children's Department at Kendall Young Library.  To reserve an item, click on the image or title to be taken to the library's catalog.  (Detailed instructions at the end of the newsletter.)
 
Fiction
Iggy Is the Hero of Everything by Annie Barrows
Iggy Is the Hero of Everything
by Annie Barrows

Lovable troublemaker Iggy learns about the power of interpretation when one of his genius plans goes wrong.
Warriors: A Vision of Shadows: The Raging Storm by Erin Hunter
Warriors: A Vision of Shadows: The Raging Storm
by Erin Hunter

As StarClan warns of an oncoming storm, the five warrior Clans by the lake must decide what they are willing to sacrifice to make a permanent home among them for SkyClan--
Night of the Dream Dragon: A Branches Book (Dragon Masters #28): Volume 28 by Tracey West
Night of the Dream Dragon: A Branches Book (Dragon Masters #28): Volume 28
by Tracey West

When evil wizard Zoltan enters the Dream World hoping to find the Dream fountain, it's up to the Dragon Masters to stop him before he find the fountain and unleashes his evil plan.
Fgteev: The Official Guidebook by Fgteev
Fgteev: The Official Guidebook
by Fgteev

Join YouTube sensations FGTeeV as they show off what happens behind-the-scenes at one of YouTube's most popular channels! Featuring 128 pages of inside jokes, crazy character backstories, song lyrics, awards show shenanigans, zany vacation pics, and much, much more, The Official Guidebook is the ultimate insider edition for any FGTeeV fan.--Provided by publisher.
Super Pug: A Branches Book (Diary of a Pug #13): Volume 13 by Kyla May
Super Pug: A Branches Book (Diary of a Pug #13): Volume 13
by Kyla May

When Bub plays a superhero in a firesafety commercial, he doesn't feel very super about his acting, but when there is a real fire emergency, can Super Bub save the day?--Provided by publisher.
Graphic Novels
Magic Tree House Fact Tracker Graphic Novel: Space by Mary Pope Osborne
Magic Tree House Fact Tracker Graphic Novel: Space
by Mary Pope Osborne

When Jack and Annie got back from their adventure in Magic tree house #8: Midnight on the Moon, they had lots of questions about planets, stars, and the universe. Learn more along with them as they track the facts about space--available for the first time ever in a nonfiction graphic novel format--Provided by publisher.
Dream on by Shannon Hale
Dream on
by Shannon Hale

Something is missing from Cassie's life. Her parents don't have much money, she has to share her bedroom (and bed!) with her sisters, and her family never seem to have time for her. To make matters worse, her best friend Vali is always busy with a new friend. When Cassie gets a letter from a magazine sweepstakes with the words YOU'RE THE WINNER stamped on the front, she thinks it's the answer to all her problems. She could buy new furniture to replace their shabby old sofa. Or maybe a car so her family doesn't have to take two trips to go places. Or maybe she can make Vali her best friend forever by taking her on a fabulous vacation. The possibilities are endless, like an all-you-can-eat buffet! But will prizes really solve Cassie's problems? And what will she lose if she doesn't win anything at all?--Provided by publisher.
Picture Books
The Twelve Days of Christmas Dogs: The Classic Edition by Amanda Sobotka
The Twelve Days of Christmas Dogs: The Classic Edition
by Amanda Sobotka

Celebrate the holiday season with The Twelve Days of Christmas Dogs, a delightful canine twist on the classic holiday poem. This charming book features original illustrations that bring to life twelve festive, playful dog breeds.
The Night Before Christmas Press and Play Storybook: The Classic Edition Hardcover Book Narrated by Jeff Bridges by Clement Moore
The Night Before Christmas Press and Play Storybook: The Classic Edition Hardcover Book Narrated by Jeff Bridges
by Clement Moore

The Night Before Christmas is an enchanting Christmas story that has brought Santa Claus to life for generations. Celebrate the original poem written by Clement C. Moore this holiday season with the Press and Play Storybook featuring Academy Award-winner Jeff Bridges narrating the #1 New York Times bestselling classic poem.
Richard Scarry's Lowly Worm Saves Christmas! by Richard Scarry
Richard Scarry's Lowly Worm Saves Christmas!
by Richard Scarry

It's Christmas in Busytown! Join Lowly Worm, Huckle Cat and Sally Cat in this all-new story as they help Santa prepare for the holiday season. This adorable hardcover storybook includes two pages of full-color stickers! When the elves get sick, Santa needs help! Can Lowly Worm help Santa make toys and save Christmas? He will with best friends Huckle Cat and Sally Cat by his side as they team up to make it the best Christmas ever! Kids can join the fun with Lowly Worm in this sweet holiday storybook with stickers! This great holiday gift introduces young children to the friendly characters in Richard Scarry's Busytown, and is the first story in a new Scarry holiday-themed series.
The Big Cheese Presents: Have Yourself a Cheesy Little Christmas by Jory John
The Big Cheese Presents: Have Yourself a Cheesy Little Christmas
by Jory John

Every December, the Big Cheese hosts a gigantic jamboree with flashy decorations, sparkling outfits, extravagant gifts, ear-bursting music, and jaw-dropping entertainment. It's the #1 party in town and it can't be beat! But this holiday season, mere hours before the festivities, disaster strikes. With no backup plan in place, the Big Cheese must call in a big favor to help save the big day. But will Christmas still be Christmas if it's not quite so grand?--
Christmas Together with Polar Bear and Friends (World of Eric Carle) by Eric Carle
Christmas Together with Polar Bear and Friends (World of Eric Carle)
by Eric Carle

It's a Beary Merry Christmas with the World of Eric Carle!
The Gift of Words (a Holiday Picture Book) by Peter H. Reynolds
The Gift of Words (a Holiday Picture Book)
by Peter H. Reynolds

When positive words prove hard to come by in his bustling town, Jerome shares holiday wishes with his community by stringing joyful words on a tree.
Holly Jolly Kitty-Corn: A Picture Book by Shannon Hale
Holly Jolly Kitty-Corn: A Picture Book
by Shannon Hale

During their first Christmas together, best friends Kitty and Unicorn are excited to do all their favorite festive activities, until they both realize that they have different favorites--
Easy Readers
The Christmas Rescue (Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer) by Random House
The Christmas Rescue (Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer)
by Random House

Celebrate Christmas with this step 1 Step into Reading leveled reader based on the classic 1964 holiday TV special Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer. Follow Rudolph and his friend Hermey on a journey that takes them from Santa's workshop to the Island of Misfit Toys and beyond! Based on the classic holiday TV special, this step 1 Step into Reading leveled reader is sure to bring the Christmas spirit to children ages 4 to 6. It's the perfect stocking stuffer! Step 1 Readers feature big type and easy words. Rhymes and rhythmic text paired with picture clues help children decode the story. For children who know the alphabet and are eager to begin reading on their own. Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer has been a beloved holiday tradition since it was first broadcast on December 6, 1964.
Cooking with Cindy-Lou Who by Cat Reynolds
Cooking with Cindy-Lou Who
by Cat Reynolds

With Christmas spirit in the air, Cindy-Lou and Grinch prepare by mixing pudding, and cooking roast beast, for Whoville's joyful Christmas feast!--Provided by publisher.
Nonfiction
Knowledge Encyclopedia Myths and Legends by DK
Knowledge Encyclopedia Myths and Legends
by DK

Children can explore mythology in a new ... way through ... computer-generated images of key heroes, gods, monsters, and locations. This ... book in the Knowledge Encyclopedia series will inspire children with vivid depictions of scenes from the stories, and ... retellings and explanations of the myths--
Donald Trump, 2nd Edition: Unprecedented Politician by Percy Leed
Donald Trump, 2nd Edition: Unprecedented Politician
by Percy Leed

Donald Trump has been an unusual political leader ever since he was first elected to the US's highest office in 2016. President Trump's first term included more than twenty executive orders, three US Supreme Court justice nominations, and the first years of the COVID-19 pandemic. Following his loss to Joe Biden in 2020, Trump continued to speak out and influence politics. He maintained relationships with like-minded political leaders and used social media and news channels to impact public opinion. In his return as the Republican presidential nominee, he revived his call to Make America Great Again. In 2024, during a close, often contentious race, he succeeded over the incumbent vice president, Kamala Harris, becoming the oldest person ever elected US president and only the second-ever US president to be elected to two nonconsecutive terms. This updated biography covers President Trump's former life as a reality TV show star and real estate developer, his political career and controversies, and how he shaped his unconventional third campaign.
Baking Encyclopedia by Zoey Schrader
Baking Encyclopedia
by Zoey Schrader

... includes step-by-step recipes for cakes, cupcakes, cookies, pies, muffins, breads, and more. Features include sections on baking basics, preparation and safety, common ingredients used in baking, and baking techniques. Informative sidebars provide additional information.--Provided by publisher.
Where Is My Ball? by Bela Davis
Where Is My Ball?
by Bela Davis

Spot the Sight Words: Where Is My Ball? text is written at guided reading level A. Each spread includes a full-page color photo showing kids searching all over for their ball. Hidden in each photo are the same words from the opposite page.
Read Along Books
Fish and Worm by Sergio Ruzzier
Fish and Worm
by Sergio Ruzzier

It's time for dinner, but when Fish finds a new friend instead, who knows what games are in store?--Provided by publisher.
A to Z Mysteries Super Edition 3: White House White-Out by Ron Roy
A to Z Mysteries Super Edition 3: White House White-Out
by Ron Roy

Z was just the beginning! With A to Z Mysteries(R) Super Editions, chapter book readers keep on collecting clues and solving mysteries with Dink, Josh, and Ruth Rose. Now with over 8 million copies in print, this classic kid-favorite series is back with a bright new look! It's winter in Washington, D.C.! Dink, Josh, and Ruth Rose are visiting the White House in snowy December, when they meet the president's stepdaughter, KC, and her friend Marshall. But in the confusion caused by all the people decorating the White House for Christmas, the president's dog goes missing! All five kids set out to find her, but it's not going to be easy. It's getting dark, and a monster snowstorm is on the way. Will they find the presidential pooch in time? Look for hidden messages inside A to Z Mysteries(R) Super Editions!
Santa's First Christmas by Mac Barnett
Santa's First Christmas
by Mac Barnett

We all know that Santa makes everyone's dreams come true every Christmas, but it turns out that he needs a little help getting into the holiday spirit himself. Instead of letting Santa get right back to work after he returns home to the North Pole on Christmas morning, his loyal elves want to make sure he experiences the same Christmas cheer he provides for others. With the perfect tree, lots of delicious treats, and, of course, presents, Santa experiences the magic of Christmas for the very first time.--
Board Books
When Pigs Fly!: A Song for Dreamers by Sandra Boynton
When Pigs Fly!: A Song for Dreamers
by Sandra Boynton

Dare to dream with When pigs fly!, a story about the gentle relationship between a parent and child (who both happen to be pigs and dreamers). Sandra Boynton's celebration of imagination, whimsy, and hope is a song for dreamers everywhere with an emotional message: never mind the doubters in your life, because it's a beautiful thing when pigs fly--
Construction Site Hanukkah Lights: A Hanukkah Lift-The-Flap Book by Sherri Duskey Rinker
Construction Site Hanukkah Lights: A Hanukkah Lift-The-Flap Book
by Sherri Duskey Rinker

Celebrate Hanukkah with the construction crew in another heartwarming seasonal board book--
Spanish Books
 
Guerrera / Warrior Girl by Carmen Tafolla
Guerrera / Warrior Girl
by Carmen Tafolla

Celina y su familia son bilingües y siguen las tradiciones mexicanas y estadounidenses. Celina se maravilla con su herencia mexicana, pero una vez que comienza la escuela, siente que el mundo quiere borrar esa parte de su identidad. Afortunadamente, tiene un ejército de familiares y tres nuevos amigos fabulosos que la ayudarán a luchar contra la ignorancia. Su abuela, que es su mayor inspiración, la anima a construir una barrera de alegría a su alrededor porque cuando estás de fiesta, cuando encuentras un motivo para cantar o bailar o pintar o jugar o reír o escribir, no te han quitado nada.
Las Escultoras de la Luz: Poemas Sobre Artistas Cubanas by Margarita Engle
Las Escultoras de la Luz: Poemas Sobre Artistas Cubanas
by Margarita Engle

From the enchanting world of folk art to the captivating realms of photography, architecture, painting, sculpture, and music, the talent of Cuban women artists has long remained hidden on a global stage. The Sculptors of Light pays homage to the diverse tapestry of Cuban culture, where Indigenous, Spanish, West African, and Chinese influences blend seamlessly. For generations, women with ancestral roots tracing back to the Taíno and Ciboney peoples have skillfully melded their Native traditions with art forms from Spain, Africa, and China. These extraordinary women have crafted objects of grace and strength, whether through lace, embroidery, ceramics, or other forms of expression. Yet, their names often went unrecorded, their fame unclaimed, and their art, though no less remarkable, was often relegated to smaller labels such as handicrafts, tradition, folk art, or women's work. Celebrate these nameless but immensely talented artists, whose contributions have left an indelible mark on Cuban art and culture. The Sculptors of Light is a poetic tribute to these unsung heroines, shedding light on their remarkable lives and legacies. Available in both English and Spanish, this collection is a testament to the enduring power of creativity, resilience, and the indomitable spirit of Cuban women artists.
Vlad, El Vampirito Fabuloso: (Un Cuento Ilustrado de Halloween Que Celebra La Individualidad Y La Amistad Para Bebés, Niños Pequeños Y Preescolares de by Flavia Z. Drago
Vlad, El Vampirito Fabuloso: (Un Cuento Ilustrado de Halloween Que Celebra La Individualidad Y La Amistad Para Bebés, Niños Pequeños Y Preescolares de
by Flavia Z. Drago

Vlad is a vampire with the misfortune of having rosy cheeks that--gasp!--make him look abysmally alive. But being the fabulous vampire that he is (and hoping to avoid rejection), he hides his rosy complexion behind elaborate vampire outfits in traditional black. That is, until he finds out that his best friend has a pink secret of her own.
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    • The last 4 digits of your library card number.
    • If neither of these options work, call the library at 832-9100.
  • You will get a call from the library when the item is available.


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