Tiny T. Rex and the Littlest Star: A Tiny T. Rex Christmas Book

Make Christmastime extra merry and bright with Tiny T. Rex and his friends--starring in a holiday picture book from New York Times-bestselling creators Jonathan Stutzman and Jay Fleck!

Tiny and his dinosaur community are celebrating the Festival of Stars: decorating every tree in town with shimmering stars on Christmas Eve. Tiny is determined to find the perfect tree for his star--but along the way, he keeps encountering friends who need a helping hand! As trees are claimed and Tiny's hopes of finding a special place for his star grow dim, he discovers an important truth: with kindness, generosity, and the support of friends, even the smallest stars--and dinos--can shine bright.

Filled with the humor and charm the series is loved for, Tiny T. Rex and the Littlest Star is the perfect holiday story about friendship, giving, and finding joy in helping others.

CHRISTMAS BOOK FOR KIDS: Tiny's holiday adventure makes for a charming Christmas gift that will delight dinosaur-loving babies, toddlers, and preschoolers.

THOUGHTFUL THEMES: With a heartwarming message of helping others while finding your own way to shine, this story will resonate with any family looking for a sweet and cozy Christmas read to celebrate the season.

GREAT READ-ALOUD: Delightful text and adorable illustrations make this dino book one kids will love to read again and again! Perfect for story time, bedtime, or sharing with friends.

BESTSELLING SERIES: The Tiny T. Rex series is beloved, winning the hearts of families, booksellers, and librarians since its New York Times bestselling debut title, Tiny T. Rex and the Impossible Hug. Each book in the series has immediately landed on indie bestseller lists and best book recommendation lists across the country upon publication.

Perfect for:

• Dinosaur enthusiasts
• Go-to choice for an adorable, funny story with a holiday twist
• Parents and teachers seeking books that teach lessons about friendship, helping others, and problem-solving
• Fans of the Tiny T. Rex series, and popular children's books like How Do Dinosaurs Say Merry Christmas?, Little Blue Truck's Christmas, and Llama, Llama Jingle Bells

Author: Jonathan Stutzman
Publisher: Chronicle Books
Published: 09/15/2026
Pages: 48
Binding Type: Hardcover
Weight: 0.90lbs
Size: 9.10h x 9.30w x 0.50d
ISBN: 9781797231051
Audience: Ages 4-8


Review Citation(s):
Kirkus Reviews 07/15/2026

About the Author
Jonathan Stutzman is an award-winning children's book author and filmmaker. His work for children includes the bestselling Tiny T. Rex series as well as Llama Destroys the World, illustrated by Heather Fox, Bear Is a Bear, illustrated by Dan Santat, and many others. He lives in Pennsylvania, where he's most likely reading or thinking about new stories right now.

Jay Fleck is the author-illustrator of Crinkle, Crinkle, Little Car and the illustrator of a number of other children's books, including the bestselling Tiny T. Rex series. He resides in a suburb south of Chicago with his wife, two children, and loyal dog, Otis. He spends his spare time running and reading (but not at the same time).