Celebrate the joy of friendship, family, and giving with the November/December 2026 issue of Ladybug! This heartwarming issue explores the special people in our lives and the little ways we show them we care—from baking cookies and making thoughtful gifts to sharing a hug or saying thank you.
Young readers will join Max and Kate as they bake and decorate gingerbread cookies for someone special, meet a group of friends who work together to create the perfect birthday present, and enjoy a sweet story about a girl who finds many ways to thank her grandma. They’ll also discover adorable wild animal babies, sing a favorite song, explore winter shapes, and learn how a melting snowman gives a gift that helps the world grow.
Inside this issue, you’ll find:
- Heartwarming stories about friendship, family, kindness, and showing appreciation
- Fun songs, poems, and activities that encourage singing, sharing, and creative play
- Fascinating nonfiction about animal babies and the surprising gift a snowman leaves behind
- Engaging puzzles, picture searches, shape activities, and early-learning games
- A special Thanksgiving celebration with Ladybug, Muddle & Thud
- A creative Thank-You Time craft with cards children can make and give to family and friends
- Beloved Ladybug favorites including Max and Kate, Beatrice Black Bear, Click’s Cubby, and more
Perfect for children ages 3–6, this cheerful issue encourages early literacy, creativity, and social-emotional learning while reminding little readers that the best gifts are often the love and kindness we share.
