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Books for Kids and Tweens December 2025 |
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| Time Lions and the Chrono-Loop by Krystal Sutherland and Martin SeneviratneBritish Sri Lankan twins Patrick and Pearl are so brilliant that they've created their own time travel device. But are they smart enough to make the right choices when they're approached by both a secret society of timeline protectors and a tech CEO who wants to "fix history"? This fast-paced and twisty adventure is the 1st in a duology. (Ages 10-13.)
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| The Last Ember: The Aerimander Chronicles Book 1 by Lily Berlin DoddAfter wealthy 12-year-old chemist Eva is unknowingly given the egg of an aerimander, a supposedly extinct, dragon-like creature, she joins forces with orphaned would-be thief Dusty to keep the egg out of evil hands. Witty humor and thoughtful takes on science and magic will draw fantasy fans to this series opener. (Ages 10-13.)
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| Winging It by Megan Wagner Lloyd; illustrated by Michelle Mee NutterTwelve-year-old Luna doesn't want to move across the country with her dad, especially not to move in with the strict grandma she hardly knows. But after discovering old nature journals from the mom she never knew, Luna finds unexpected connections to her new home. Cartoony art and honest emotions make this graphic novel a strong choice for realistic fiction fans. (Ages 8-12.)
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War Games
by Alan Gratz
Desperate to help her poor family, American gymnast Evie competes in the 1936 Berlin Olympics with a secret goal: to join with other Olympians in a high-stakes attempt to steal Nazi gold. Fans of author Alan Gratz will know to expect fascinating details and gripping twists in this historical heist thriller. (Ages 9-13.)
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| Night Chef by Mika SongNight Chef is a raccoon cook who lives inside the walls of a fancy human restaurant. When she meets baby crow Ichi, Night Chef ventures out of her safe home in search of the hatchling's family. Illustrated with watercolor art and set in a cozy animal-centric world, this graphic novel will appeal to both foodies and fantasy fans. Read-alike: Rutabaga the Adventure Chef by Eric Colossal. (Ages 6-10.)
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Confessions from the Group Chat
by Jodi Meadows
Virginia Vaughn just wants to fit in with her super-popular friend group. That means she doesn't let them know how much she loves the library, she never speaks a word about her massive crush on tragically unpopular Grayson, and she says nasty things she doesn't actually mean. But only in the group chat, so it's harmless, right? But when she has a blowout fight with her clique--specifically, with the Queen Bee herself--her mean texts are posted online for the entire school to see. And, suddenly, Virginia has no one but her cat to talk to. Cue 'Knight Errant, ' a mystery boy at school who texts Virginia by accident--and who quickly becomes her closest confidante.
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| Growing Home by Beth Ferry; illustrated by The Fan BrothersIn this quirky illustrated chapter book, you'll meet the non-human residents of the Tupper household: grumpy goldfish Toasty, pretty plant Ivy, wise spider Arthur, and sweet violet Ollie. They're an unlikely bunch, but with the help of a magical antique, they might be able to protect their home from looming threats. Read-alike: Lauren Castillo's Our Friend Hedgehog. (Ages 6-9.)
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| Catty Corner Lands on Her Feet by Julie MurphyShy second-grader Catty, who's half-cat and half-girl, is about to try human school for the first time. Can she find her way, or will her failure to fit in "go down in hissssstory"? For more pun-filled stories about Catty, check out the next book in the series, Catty Corner Pounces Into Action. (Ages 6-9.)
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| Jasper Rabbit's Creepy Tales: Troubling Tonsils! by Aaron Reynolds; illustrated by Peter BrownBlending humor and horror, this series starter stars Charlie Marmot, who's supposed to have his tonsils removed -- except his tonsils seem to have a mind of their own, as well as a thirst for revenge! Told in the eerie style of an old-school black-and-white TV show, this illustrated chapter book will keep you guessing until the end. (Ages 6-9.)
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Contact your librarian for more great books!
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