The Best Children’s & YA Books of November
by the Brightly Editors
It’s almost time for the holidays! And, of course, we’re thinking about all the incredible books we can give our children and teens this winter. Whether your kid loves heartfelt stories or fast-paced adventures, plenty of new books are heading your way this month. These are the most exciting picture books, chapter books, middle grade novels, and young adult books hitting the shelves in November.
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Picture Books
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I am Mister Rogers
Available from:Introduce your child to one of the most beloved television personalities for children — Fred Rogers. Armed with the belief that television programs could promote kindness, Fred created Mr. Rogers’ Neighborhood and touched the hearts and lives of millions of viewers. Readers will learn about Mr. Rogers’ influences, childhood, and how he became a household name.
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The Very Hungry Caterpillar at the Bakeshop
Available from:Head to the bakeshop with your toddler and The Very Hungry Caterpillar! Young children will love watching the caterpillar munch his way through every treat in the shop. With peek-through pages and three-dimensional treats, this interactive board book is a delight to read and explore.
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José and Feliz Play Fútbol
Available from:José loves playing fútbol with his dog, Feliz. But when he makes it onto the fútbol team, José must find a way to play without Feliz getting onto the pitch and ruining the game. Written in English and Spanish, this bilingual early reader book is an excellent choice for kids learning either language.
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My Little Sweet Boy
Available from:If you loved actress and singer Hilary Duff’s bestselling picture book, My Little Brave Girl, don’t miss this companion book inspired by her son. In it, Duff shares her dreams for her son and encourages him to become the best version of himself. This gift-worthy book tugs at the heartstrings and is an excellent pick for bedtime reading.
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Goodbye: A First Conversation About Grief
Available from:The First Conversations picture book series tackles important topics that parents and caregivers might find difficult to share with their children. These books are written by professionals in their fields and allow adults to navigate heavy conversations with children. This book introduces young readers to death, grief, and mourning in an age-appropriate manner.
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The Beatles: A Little Golden Book Biography
Available from:Celebrate the lives, times, and accomplishments of one of history’s most popular bands. This Little Golden Book Biography gives readers a peek backstage with The Beatles. Kids will learn how the four friends met and became the bestselling music group of all time. It’s a must-read for music lovers!
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How to Love a Grandma
Available from:From the creators of the bestselling books How to Babysit a Grandma and How to Babysit a Grandpa comes a new companion story. Grandparents will enjoy snuggling with their grandchildren to read this light-hearted advice on how children can show love to their grandmothers. Gentle humor and plenty of heart make this book another charming addition to the series!
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Chapter Books & Middle Grade
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Pencilmate vs. Pencil
Available from:Pencilmate wakes up ready to have the best day ever, but his bedroom floods, a sea monster eats his phone, and the big pencil in the sky has it out for him. He must defeat the pencil and get his world back in order with quick thinking and help from his friends. This humorous early chapter book is perfect for kids ages 7-10 who love the popular YouTube series Pencilmation!
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Doom’s Day Camp: The Story Eater
Available from:When their parents disappear one by one, Doom Thorax and his crew of misfits set out to rescue them. With help from Doom’s books and his friends’ magical abilities, they might have a chance of defeating a monster and saving their parents. This second book in the hilarious Doom’s Day Camp series is perfect for graphic novel lovers!
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Fun With… Activity Books for Kids
Available from:Growing readers ages 6-10 will love exploring national parks, all 50 states, and the depths of the ocean with this collection of illustrated activity books. Each page is jam-packed with unusual facts and fun activities to entertain kids for hours.
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Futureland: The Nightmare Hour
Available from:Middle grade readers won’t want to miss the second installment in this high-stakes series about a floating theme park. Cam and his family take the park to New York City, ready for a fresh start. But tech glitches and unsettling behavior from employees and park-goers have Cam on edge. This exciting novel will satisfy your kids’ craving for a new thrill ride!
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The Last Kids on Earth and the Monster Dimension
Available from:Kids have been impatiently waiting for the next installment in the wildly popular The Last Kids on Earth series, and it’s finally here! With Thrull growing more powerful and threats against Earth piling up, Jack and his friends enter the monster dimension in a last-ditch effort to save the world. Humor, adventure, and action-packed sequences await young readers in this book!
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Ultimate Greek Mythology
Available from:Kids fascinated by Greek mythology will love this illustrated book that takes a deep yet age-appropriate dive into the topic. Readers will learn about gods, goddesses, monsters, heroes, and the stories that shaped them. Fun facts and gorgeous artwork bring these captivating characters and their stories to life.
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Different Kinds of Minds
Available from:Everyone’s brains work differently, and knowing how yours works is an interesting and helpful piece of information. Bestselling author Temple Grandin (Animals in Translation, Calling All Minds) returns with another nonfiction book for kids ages 8-12 about how minds work. Young readers will discover the fascinating science behind the brain and different types of thinkers.
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YA
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Check & Mate
Available from:If you loved Netflix’s The Queen’s Gambit, reach for this chess-centered YA romance the next time you’re in the mood for a feel-good book. Mallory is swearing off chess — as soon as she finishes one last charity tournament. But when she unexpectedly beats Nolan, the reigning champion, she gets pulled into a fierce competition for the board and her heart.
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Murtagh
Available from:Eragon fans will be thrilled to get their hands on this all-new sequel to the bestselling The Inheritance Cycle series. Dive into a fantasy world filled with dragons, their riders, magic, and witches. Long-time fans and new readers alike will get pulled into this lush and exciting fantasy novel!
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The Revenge Game
Available from:Love, revenge, and mystery combine in this unputdownable YA thriller. Alyson wants true love more than anything and thinks she finds it in Brenton. But rivaling sexual competitions at their school throws their budding relationship into suspicion. Told through a dual timeline of the present day and a few months earlier when someone from school goes missing, this riveting romantic suspense is the must-read thriller of the season.
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Didn’t See That Coming
Available from:A teen rom-com with secret identities, online gaming, and a friends-to-lovers plot? Yes, please! Kiki uses a male alias to protect herself from harassment while gaming. But when she transfers to her online best friend’s high school and develops feelings for him, the lines between her online and real worlds begin to blur.
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