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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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The Clock
by Pam Fong
In early twentieth-century Paris, a new train station--the Gare d'Orsay--was a marvel to everyone who saw it. With stunning architecture and the first trains to be powered by electricity, the station welcomed the world. At the heart of the station was a brilliant clock that hung high above the crowds. The clock was essential in keeping the station humming. It was as beautiful as it was important. Until it was not. Paris expanded and soon outgrew the station. The crowds moved elsewhere, and the clock was abandoned. But memories are strong, and a love of beauty remains. In this poignant nonfiction account of the transformation of a Paris train station into the world-class Musée d'Orsay (Orsay Museum), Pam Fong invites readers to experience the decades-long journey of a resilient clock, and to discover a lasting truth--there is always time for second chances.
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| The Old Sleigh by Jarrett Pumphrey and Jerome PumphreyA wooden sleigh, along with the parent and child who use it to deliver firewood to their tight-knit town, is at the heart of this seasonal story. As the sleigh changes over time, so does the child and their community. Wintry hues in the illustrations complement the warmth of this winsome tale. For fans of: The Old Truck and The Old Boat, also by the Pumphrey brothers.
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Ruby Maps Her World
by Jane Yolen
On her first solo mapping day, Ruby ventures into her neighborhood with her cartographer mom.
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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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| 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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Contact your librarian for more great books for ages 0-8!
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Michigan City Public Library
100 E. 4th Street
Michigan City, Indiana 46360
219-873-3044mclib.org/ |
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