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IPR's 2025 holiday book guide for kids of all ages

Iowa Public Radio | By Natalie Dunlap,
Caitlin Troutman, Charity Nebbe
Published November 26, 2025 at 4:08 PM CST
Covers of selected books including "The Gift of Everything," "Piccolo," "Too Early," "The Teach of Nomad Land" and "Best of All Worlds" are displayed.

Give the gift of a great story to a child in your life. Our expert readers recommend the best new books for the littlest readers through young adult readers.

Books recommended by:

  • Devin Redmond, Iowa City-based teacher and librarian
  • Molly Roberts, Prairie Lights bookstore, manger of children’s books and bookseller
  • Amanda Lepper, co-owner Dog Eared Books

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Natalie Dunlap
Natalie Dunlap is an award-winning digital producer and writer for Iowa Public Radio. She holds a bachelor's degree from the University of Iowa. Since 2024, Dunlap has worked with IPR's talk team to bring news and features to IPR's digital audience.
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Caitlin Troutman
Caitlin Troutman is an award-winning talk show producer for Iowa Public Radio. She holds a bachelor's degree from William Jewell College. Since 2022, Troutman has worked with IPR's talk team to bring news and features to IPR's listening audience.
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Charity Nebbe
Charity Nebbe is the host of 'Talk of Iowa'. She also hosts IPR's podcasts 'Garden Variety' and 'Unsettled'. Since 2010, Nebbe has interviewed, conversed with, and shared ideas from guests of all backgrounds and locations, and has helped listeners better understand, appreciate, and explore their state and the world around them. Nebbe has a bachelor's degree from Iowa State University.
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