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The Best Kids’ Books of November & December 2025

Kids’ books offer readers both young and old the opportunity to explore new worlds and learn important lessons with the help of some quirky characters and fantastical settings. The latest releases have sweeping adventures in space, dragons soaring in the clouds and even some coming-of-age tales sure to excite readers of any age. Check them out now and stock up for the young readers in your life.

Big Jim Believes (B&N Exclusive Edition) (Dog Man Series #14)

Hardcover $11.19 $15.99

Big Jim Believes (B&N Exclusive Edition) (Dog Man Series #14)

Big Jim Believes (B&N Exclusive Edition) (Dog Man Series #14)

By Dav Pilkey

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Hardcover $11.19 $15.99

Dog Man is the beacon of justice, a hero of the highest caliber, but what will he do when his foe takes on a new form? Dog Man, Big Jim, Grampa and Molly team up to take on their biggest enemy yet, and the team learns that they can face anything as long as they can work together.

Dog Man is the beacon of justice, a hero of the highest caliber, but what will he do when his foe takes on a new form? Dog Man, Big Jim, Grampa and Molly team up to take on their biggest enemy yet, and the team learns that they can face anything as long as they can work together.

Talons of Power: A Graphic Novel (Wings of Fire Graphic Novel #9)

Paperback $14.99

Talons of Power: A Graphic Novel (Wings of Fire Graphic Novel #9)

Talons of Power: A Graphic Novel (Wings of Fire Graphic Novel #9)

By Tui T. Sutherland
Illustrator Mike Holmes

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Paperback $14.99

The Wings of Fire series soars to new heights in the latest graphic novel adaptation. Turtle isn’t one to run towards danger, but when a legendary dragon arrives to destroy Pyrrhia, Turtle races to save his friends and himself.

The Wings of Fire series soars to new heights in the latest graphic novel adaptation. Turtle isn’t one to run towards danger, but when a legendary dragon arrives to destroy Pyrrhia, Turtle races to save his friends and himself.

The Humble Pie

Hardcover $16.99 $19.99

The Humble Pie

The Humble Pie

By Jory John
Illustrator Pete Oswald

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Hardcover $16.99 $19.99

A fun and fruitful addition to the Food Group series that reminds young readers what it means to step up and speak out.

A fun and fruitful addition to the Food Group series that reminds young readers what it means to step up and speak out.

The Last Kids on Earth and the Destructor's Lair

Hardcover $11.99 $14.99

The Last Kids on Earth and the Destructor's Lair

The Last Kids on Earth and the Destructor's Lair

By Max Brallier
Illustrator Douglas Holgate

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Hardcover $11.99 $14.99

The Last Kids on Earth are back in a thrilling race against time. With danger lurking at every turn, monsters and laughs, Jack and Quint must face the enemy before earth’s civilization is destroyed for good.

The Last Kids on Earth are back in a thrilling race against time. With danger lurking at every turn, monsters and laughs, Jack and Quint must face the enemy before earth’s civilization is destroyed for good.

The Sea of Monsters Deluxe Collector's Edition (Percy Jackson and the Olympians Series #2)

Hardcover $34.99

The Sea of Monsters Deluxe Collector's Edition (Percy Jackson and the Olympians Series #2)

The Sea of Monsters Deluxe Collector's Edition (Percy Jackson and the Olympians Series #2)

By Rick Riordan

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Hardcover $34.99

Immerse yourself in the world of the gods with this collector’s edition of The Sea of Monsters. When Percy and the gang set out to save their pal Grover, they face an unimaginable danger in this swirling adventure.

Immerse yourself in the world of the gods with this collector’s edition of The Sea of Monsters. When Percy and the gang set out to save their pal Grover, they face an unimaginable danger in this swirling adventure.

Hidden Moon (Warriors: Changing Skies Series #2)

Hardcover $16.99 $19.99

Hidden Moon (Warriors: Changing Skies Series #2)

Hidden Moon (Warriors: Changing Skies Series #2)

By Erin Hunter

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Hardcover $16.99 $19.99

There is great peril looming over the clans, and the future is uncertain. Tawnypelt receives a vision that could change everything in the second installment in the Changing Skies saga.

There is great peril looming over the clans, and the future is uncertain. Tawnypelt receives a vision that could change everything in the second installment in the Changing Skies saga.

The First Cat in Space and the Baby Pirate's Revenge: A Graphic Novel

Hardcover $13.99 $16.99

The First Cat in Space and the Baby Pirate's Revenge: A Graphic Novel

The First Cat in Space and the Baby Pirate's Revenge: A Graphic Novel

By Mac Barnett
Illustrator Shawn Harris

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Hardcover $13.99 $16.99

The beloved First Cat in Space crew is back for another cosmic adventure. Join in for a heaping dose of feline courage in this hilarious tale of pirates and mutiny. Can they stop a rogue banana from taking the moon?

The beloved First Cat in Space crew is back for another cosmic adventure. Join in for a heaping dose of feline courage in this hilarious tale of pirates and mutiny. Can they stop a rogue banana from taking the moon?

Bluey: The Sign: A Graphic Novel

Hardcover $14.99

Bluey: The Sign: A Graphic Novel

Bluey: The Sign: A Graphic Novel

By Penguin Young Readers

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Hardcover $14.99

There are big changes ahead for the Wheelers! In this heartwarming graphic novel, Bluey and Bingo try to change their parents’ minds after they put their house up for sale. This bittersweet story of endings and beginnings is perfect for early readers and Bluey fans.

There are big changes ahead for the Wheelers! In this heartwarming graphic novel, Bluey and Bingo try to change their parents’ minds after they put their house up for sale. This bittersweet story of endings and beginnings is perfect for early readers and Bluey fans.

Keeper of the Lost Cities The Graphic Novel Part 2: Volume 1

Paperback $17.99

Keeper of the Lost Cities The Graphic Novel Part 2: Volume 1

Keeper of the Lost Cities The Graphic Novel Part 2: Volume 1

By Shannon Messenger
Adapted by Celina Frenn
Illustrator Valeria Tenaga Romanazzi

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Paperback $17.99

Journey back to the Lost Cities in this graphic novel adaptation of the hit series. Sophie is a telepath coming into her powers, but something sinister might get in the way of her destiny, and she has to confront the truth before time runs out.

Journey back to the Lost Cities in this graphic novel adaptation of the hit series. Sophie is a telepath coming into her powers, but something sinister might get in the way of her destiny, and she has to confront the truth before time runs out.