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Best Children's Books of 2025

Discover a captivating selection of the most outstanding children's books of 2025, perfect for young readers and pre-teens. This list includes award-winning works, illustrated books, graphic novels, and exciting stories that explore new worlds and foster imagination. Find the best reads for kids, recommended by experts and critically acclaimed, guaranteeing hours of entertainment and learning. From mysterious adventures to heartwarming tales, there's something for every young book lover.

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  1. Amelie and the Metaphysics of Tubes cover
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    Amelie and the Metaphysics of Tubes

    212 Global Votes

    • Witty and lighthearted storytelling

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    A new release in January 2026, this children's adaptation has been praised for its ability to delight both young and old with its unique sensitivity.

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  2. Mystery Hunters 10 - The Art Thieves Case cover
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    Mystery Hunters 10 - The Art Thieves Case

    195 Global Votes

    New in March 2026 and the tenth installment in a popular series, this book promises to keep readers hooked with a thrilling mystery.

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  4. The Plague Diary cover
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    The Plague Diary

    177 Global Votes

    • Illuminates the power of our choices

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    Winner of the prestigious 2025 Anaya Prize for Children's Literature, this book has been recognized for its literary quality and its relevance to young readers.

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  6. Klera cover
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    Klera

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    This poetry collection was awarded the 2025 National Prize for Children's and Young Adult Literature, standing out for its poetic beauty and its commitment to culture, peace, and coexistence. It addresses complex themes in a way that is understandable for children.

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  7. Today We Honor the Living cover
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    Today We Honor the Living

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    This title was the winner of the 2025 Gran Angular Prize, one of the most important awards in young adult literature, guaranteeing a story of high quality and relevance.

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  9. Feriópolis cover
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    Feriópolis

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    • Fantastical story

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    Winner of the 2025 El Barco de Vapor Award, this book stands out as a key read in children's literature for its combination of entertainment and values.

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  11. Three Sad Children and a Half Unicorn cover
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    Three Sad Children and a Half Unicorn

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    • Accessible, mainstream artwork

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    This work has been awarded the 2025 Edebé Children's Literature Prize, an award that celebrates excellence in children's literature.

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  12. The Kingdom of Oblivion cover
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    The Kingdom of Oblivion

    0 Global Votes

    • Original and clever

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    This young adult novel, written by J. M. Bausá, was recognized with the 2025 Jaén Prize for Young Adult Fiction, making it a key read for teenagers.

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  13. Baby Food, Please! cover
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    Baby Food, Please!

    0 Global Votes

    • Features animals ingeniously carved from fruits and vegetables

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    Featured on best children's books lists for 2025, this picture book is ideal for early readers due to its humor and repetitive structure.

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  15. Stone by Stone cover
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    Stone by Stone

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    Recommended by booksellers for its powerful message of collaboration and beautiful illustrations, this wordless book is a subtle and moving work from 2025.

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  16. Search cover
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    Search

    0 Global Votes

    • Frequently mentioned on "best of" lists

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    This picture book from 2025 is highlighted for its inspiring message about the importance of observing the environment, ideal for encouraging young readers to reflect.

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  17. Goodnight, Little Crocodile! cover
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    Goodnight, Little Crocodile!

    0 Global Votes

    • Wonderful read-aloud for small children

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    New in January 2026, this book is ideal for accompanying little ones at bedtime, with onomatopoeia and additional resources.

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  19. A Trip Around the Year cover
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    A Trip Around the Year

    0 Global Votes

    • Sweet read with poems about days and months

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    New in January 2026, recommended for sparking curiosity in children and nostalgia in adults with its beautiful illustrations of the seasons.

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  20. Avelino's Ghost Seeks a Job cover
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    Avelino's Ghost Seeks a Job

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    New in January 2026, this story offers a fun and heartwarming adventure about self-discovery for children ages 3 and up.

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  21. The Little Elves cover
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    The Little Elves

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    • Features glitter details

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    Recommended as a gift for Three Kings Day 2026, this 2025 story stands out for its tenderness and masterful illustrations, ideal for the youngest readers.

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  23. I Have a Pop-Up Volcano cover
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    I Have a Pop-Up Volcano

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    • Visually stunning with vibrant illustrations

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    New edition of a bestseller in interactive (pop-up) format, available for pre-order in March 2026, ideal for children's emotional development.

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  24. Guille the Detective and the Tropical Cupcake Theft cover
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    Guille the Detective and the Tropical Cupcake Theft

    0 Global Votes

    New in March 2026, this adventure of a children's detective is perfect for young readers who enjoy mystery and excitement.

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  25. The Best Bad Day of My Life cover
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    The Best Bad Day of My Life

    0 Global Votes

    • Captures the feeling of a bad day with deadpan humor

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    Selected by The New York Public Library as one of the best children's books of 2025, it teaches how to find the positive side of difficult situations.

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  27. A Half-Finished Tale cover
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    A Half-Finished Tale

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    • Timeless and brilliantly illustrated classic

      (+4)

    Recognized by The New York Public Library as one of the best children's books of 2025, it explores the imaginative adventures of a lost sock.

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  28. Some and Others cover
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    Some and Others

    0 Global Votes

    Chosen by The New York Public Library as one of the best children's books of 2025, it fosters an understanding of family dynamics and an acceptance of differences.

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