Dawn McCarthy’s Top Kids Books this Holiday Season
Dawn McCarthy
Beauty and Lifestyle Advisor
Looking for the perfect holiday reads for young hearts and curious minds? Kloe’s New Friendship by K.M. Selvidge offers an empowering story of courage and connection, while Kam and Santa’s Global Adventure by Sheila A. Morrow takes readers on a multicultural Christmas journey around the world. For cozy moments, YOU Yoga: Finding Your Inner Shine by María Castellucci Moore encourages mindfulness and calm, and Where Does Santa Go On Vacation? by Kim Ann adds a playful twist to post-holiday fun with Santa’s magical getaway adventures. And readers will reach their greatest potential with the Live Big Series by Kat Kronenberg. (www.dawnscorner.com).
Kloe’s New Friendship by K.M. Selvidge
It’s second semester and Main St High is swirling with secrets. Kloe discovers that her brother is not always what he seems, and a new friendship gives her the courage to take matters into her own hands. This second book of the Kloe series helps readers know that they are not alone and can help others be courageous. kmselvidge.com
Kam and Santa’s Global Adventure by Sheila A. Morrow
Take your family on a festive journey with this heartwarming picture book. Follow Kam as he travels the world with Santa, discovering how different cultures celebrate Christmas. This picture book invites families to celebrate both the diversity and unity of holiday joy. sheilaamorrow.com
YOU Yoga: Finding Your Inner Shine by María Castellucci Moore
Share the gift of inner peace this holiday season with this tender story that reminds children (and parents) to slow down, breathe, and shine their inner light. Perfect for cozy Christmas moments, this picture book inspires calm, connection, and self-discovery among little ones. mascotbooks.com
Where Does Santa Go On Vacation? By Kim Ann
After the busiest night of the year, Santa is ready for some well-deserved relaxation. Does he trade in his sleigh for a surfboard, a sunny beach, or some other fun getaway? Wherever he goes, one thing’s for sure—Santa’s vacation is bound to be full of surprises and a little magic! a.co/d/8oNSUQl
Live Big Series by Kat Kronenberg
Set in the vibrant African savanna, the series follows lovable animals discovering the power of love, gratitude, courage, and community—sparked by a magical force called CATCH-M, the spark of self-belief within us all. In Dream Big, Love Big, and Think Big, Baboon and friends learn to believe, care, and act bravely. The newest book, Live Big with CATCH-M, follows CATCH-M as it awakens and inspires readers to “DREAM BIG, LOVE BIG, and THINK BIG” together—encouraging children to nurture their inner light and live with big hearts. a.co/d/hnnz2EE