Kids' Books
November/December 2025
The Tree That Was a World by Yorick Goldewijk
The Tree That Was a World
by Yorick Goldewijk

This novel presents the interconnected stories of a sloth, aphid, squirrel, ant, and other inhabitants of an old tree.
Press 1 for invasion by Jeremy Dauber
Press 1 for Invasion
by Jeremy Dauber

When ten-year-old Matt finds a mysterious cell phone that reveals aliens have invaded his school, he teams up with his friend Marcela and the extraterrestrial lunch lady to save the planet
Ms. Pennypickle's puzzle quest by Chris Grabenstein
Ms. Pennypickle's Puzzle Quest
by Chris Grabenstein

Twelve-year-old Ben and his polar opposite, 18-year-old brother Ethan, embark on a road trip race across Route 66 for a chance to win a
million-dollar prize as they solve puzzles and bond with each other.
The Unexpected Lives of Ordinary Girls by J. Anderson Coats
The Unexpected Lives of Ordinary Girls
by J. Anderson Coats

Set in 1910s Colorado, Stanislava, a first-generation American from a Slovene immigrant family, struggles between her traditional Slovene community and her desire to pursue a new life as she navigates self-determination, family duty, and the search for belonging.
Mr. Grieves and the Grievous Deeds by Matt Lieberman
Mr. Grieves and the Grievous Deeds
by Matt Lieberman

When Victoria and Ozzy's mom, the famous child behavioralist Anna Gray, leaves without a word, Victoria can't help but think it's her fault. So, she commits herself to being perfect getting into the extra-elite Wheaton Prep School. Victoria's plan feels foolproof--until Mr. Grieves arrives with his lock-picking capuchin monkey named Kevin.
Kindred Dragons (Book 1): A Graphic Novel by Sarah Mensinga
Kindred Dragons (Book 1): A Graphic Novel
by Sarah Mensinga

Anne of Green Gables meets How to Train Your Dragon in this cozy and heartfelt middle-grade graphic novel about a brave young girl named Alice and the dragon whose life depends on her. Let your imagination take flight in this heartfelt story of friendship, family, and learning to love who you are!
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