*New & Notable Kids' Books - November Highlights*

Published this month and new to the collection

Updated November 5, 2025
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This moment is special : a Día de Muertos story
Parra, John
Paper Book
Through all moments of the day, both large and small, a boy prepares for a Day of the Dead celebration, in this "comforting" (Publishers Weekly, starred review) and "heartfelt...both gentle and profound" (School Library Journal) picture book from Pura Belpré Honor-winning author...
Smooches!
Boynton, Sandra
Paper Book
Starring a big bear and a little bear, this captivating board book with a peek-through cover from perennial New York Times bestselling author Sandra Boynton celebrates the endless delight of smooches. A year-round Valentine for the little ones you adore! ...
A Day with No Words
Hammond, Tiffany
Paper Book
An instant #1 New York Times bestselling picture book and Dolly Gray Award winner! A Day With No Words invites readers into the life of an Autism Family who communicates just as the child does, without spoken language. The American Library Association Booklist...
The Humble Pie
John, Jory.
Paper Book
Announcement advertising in key school & library media, such as School Library Journal and Booklist   Featured title at school & library conferences and preview events  Lead title promotion/presentations at ALA, SLJ Day of Dialog, and Fall...
This Is Not a Sleepy Bear Book
Gehrlein, Brian
Paper Book
The classic "bear hibernation" story is turned on its head in this hilarious read-aloud full of surprises, perfect for a cozy winter read and story time year-round! This is was supposed to be a sleepy bear book--a gentle, quiet story.  Until...
Snow problem and other stories
Pizzoli, Greg
Paper Book
Celebrate a birthday and some winter fun with three laugh-out-loud stories featuring unlikely friends Earl & Worm-the stars of an irresistible early reader series from Geisel Award-winning author Greg Pizzoli. It's Earl's birthday! Worm is excited to celebrate with her lifelong...
Chris Makes a Friend
Gino, Alex
Paper Book
From the award-winning author of MELISSA, a sweet and tart story about unexpected friendship and family reconciliation. THIS IS NOT THE SUMMER CHRIS HAD PLANNED... Chris does not want to be spending the summer with her grandparents and her little sister. Her...
Firefox Moon: A Juniper Lane Adventure
Colfer, Eoin
Paper Book
Acclaimed, mega-bestselling Eoin Colfer, named "a master storyteller" by School Library Journal, returns to the world of Juniper Lane for a lively new adventure! This time, Juniper takes off on a summertime quest in a story sure to delight young readers all year round. Juniper...
Dog Man: Big Jim Believes: A Graphic Novel (Dog Man #14): From the Creator of Captain Underpants
Pilkey, Dav
Paper Book
Power up with Dog Man: Big Jim Believes from the global #1 bestselling author and award-winning artist Dav Pilkey. Join the journey as our heroes discover the influence of belief and find truth from within. With threads of self-awareness, confidence, and integrity, Dav Pilkey masterfully...
Hikaru in the Light! (Volume 1)
Matsuda, Mai
Paper Book
Best friends compete for the once-in-a-lifetime chance to become pop stars in this funny, feel-good manga series perfect for fans of K-On!, The Tryout, and The Baby-sitters Club. Middle-school student Hikaru Ogino is known as the songbird of her family's bathhouse in Tokyo. Her...
Forests
Beckerman, Nell Cross
Paper Book
An enchanting exploration of one of Earth's most familiar ecosystems, from the team behind the acclaimed books Caves and Volcanoes. So much to see, to smell, to hear, to taste, to feel. So much to find... in the forest. Using evocative storytelling, Nell Cross...
Burst Your Bubble!: Outsmart the Algorithms and See What You're Missing
Grant, Joyce
Paper Book
An engaging, accessible look at internet algorithms and the importance of bursting your information bubble We are all in information bubbles, whether we realize it or not. The content that fills our bubble is the product of all the likes, clicks, and shares we make online. While we may...

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