Kids Picture Books

These picture books are new to our shelves in the last 30 days (most recent on top).

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List

Jingle bells / by James Lord Pierpont ; illustrated by Antonio Javier Caparo.
"Jingle bells, jingle bells, Jingle all the way. Oh! what fun it is to ride In a one-horse open sleigh. Hey! These familiar lines from the classic Christmas song take on a new meaning as two elves race sleighs through the snow-covered North Pole—all whil…
A Christmas wish for little Dala Horse : a Saint Lucia celebration / Sonja Anderson ; Agnieszka Potocka.
"Little Dala Horse knows nothing of Juletide or of love—he’s just been newly carved as a Christmas gift. He’s eager to learn about the Saint Lucia girl with a crown of glowing candles, the festive star boys, and the cute pepparkakor children. Little Dala …
The gift of everything / Patrick McDonnell.
"It’s that time of year again. Mooch the cat is searching up, down, and all around for a perfect gift for his special friend Earl. But what is perfect? Join Mooch as he sees the world around him with a fresh feeling of gratitude and discovers the answer: …
The bakery dragon and the fairy cake / Devin Elle Kurtz.
"Ember is in charge while the baker takes a trip and he’s excited to show what he can do! When an opinionated fairy princess swoops in demanding a cake, he eagerly agrees. So what if he’s only baked bread before? How hard can it be? The sugar hits the fa…
An untold story of the Christmas Fairy / written & illustrated by Diane Alber.
Have you ever heard of the Christmas Fairy? No? Well, I'm not as famous as some other fairies YET... But wait till you hear what I started doing to make Christmas extra special!
Sawyer's big idea / by Kimberly Horch ; illustrated by Sayani Mukherjee.
"Sawyer wakes up with a great idea. But then, wait--what about that other project? Sawyer flits from one activity to another throughout the day. Before he knows it, the day is over, and he hasn't done anything! Or has he?"--Back cover.
My path / Jana Curll
"Every morning, a little snail sets off on their path. There are mountains to climb, rushing rivers to cross and, sometimes, when the path ahead seems impossible, they need to ask for help. But as long as it feels like the right Path for them, this determ…
The monster in the lake / Leo Timmers ; translated by Bill Nagelkerke.
"Four ducks are tired of their small pond and set out for an adventure in the big lake. Walking at the back, Eric isn’t sure. He’s heard there’s a monster in the lake, but his friends don’t believe a word of that old story! Eric reluctantly tags along, on…
The cave downwind of the café / by Mikey Please.
"In Glumfoot's cave, there's only one item on the menu: booger stew. But he dreams of puff pastry and sweet sorbet. Then one day, a human named Rene builds a nearby log cabin smelling of all the delicious foods one could eat. But a local ogre thinks Rene …
One can / words by Lana Button & Eric Walters ; pictures by Isabelle Malenfant.
"A child donates a can of food to their school food drive. But in an unexpected twist, they come to understand what it means to give and receive. A child is excited to donate a can of their favorite Zoodelicious to the school food drive. Their teacher has…
When we find her / written by M. García Peña ; illustrated by André Ceolin.
"Lila and her abuelo Carlos miss Abuela Ana. Without the sound of her laughter, the rhythm of her dancing, or the aromas of her cooking, home just isn't the same. So Lilla devises a plan to hold on to every detail she can remember. She and Abuelo will mak…
You can say hi with only a smile / by Merriam Sarcia Saunders ; illustrated by Tracy Nishimura Bishop
"You Can Say Hi with Only a Smile is a warm and inclusive picture book that celebrates all the different ways people communicate. Whether it's speaking, signing, waving, using a device, or simply smiling, every style is valid and beautiful. This gentle st…
Fancy Nancy : besties for eternity / written by Jane O'Connor ; illustrated by Robin Preiss Glasser.
"For Nancy, a long weekend means fun, fun, and more fun with her best friend, Bree. But, alas! Bree will be away visiting her grandmother, leaving Nancy forlorn—that’s a fancy way of saying sad and lonely. Then, at the park, Nancy meets Lily, who is older…
Cat's Christmas / Alison Murray.
"Meet Cat, an adorable grumpy cat who thinks Christmas is the worst! Cat hates the food. He hates the silly presents. And he hates the noisy visitors stealing his favorite spot. But when Cat looks up at the beautiful night sky, he starts to think that m…
Wombat / Philip Bunting.
"From wombat to squarebat to roundbat, and longbat—no bat is left out in this silly and sweet marsupial love story." --Publisher's website.
Frog and Toad : two together / Arnold Lobel.
"One Frog. One Toad. Two friends. This sturdy board book is the perfect introduction to Frog and Toad!" --Back cover.
Dropbear / Philip Bunting.
"Hold your breath and count to three as woodland creatures share spooky stories about Dropbear, the rumored meanie who lives way up in an old gum tree. But when one little birdie decides to investigate the truth, it turns out that maybe Dropbear just want…
The witch in the tower / Júlia Sardà
"Everything is changing for Carmela. Her older sister, Franca, has new, mean friends, and Carmela is feeling lost and lonely. So she decides to go for a walk—to walk until she can’t anymore, then walk a bit more. Her walking takes her to a strange tower, …
Hello, Snow! / Katherine Pryor & Rose Soini.
"Flakes flutter. Wind swirls. Coats zip. Flurries whirl. Hello, snow! When two young children wake to the excitement of a snow day, they rush outside to make snow angels, build a snow friend, toss snowballs, and discover the wonders of nature in winter."…
Frog on a log?/ Kes Gray & Jim Field.
"Frog does not want to sit on a log! But Cat tells him that's where he belongs. Doing his best to find an alternative place to sit, Frog asks Cat a whole lot of questions. For every answer Cat has, Frog has another question, until he finds out what dogs s…
Wake up, little one / Esther van den Berg
"Good morning, sweetie pie! Ready to get up and play? Sleeping is so cozy! But when it’s time to wake up, the animals might need some help. Just tickle their ears and stroke their tails… Wake up, little ones, so we can play!" --Publiser's website.
Mrs. Peanuckle's mushroom alphabet / art by Jessie Ford.
"Calling all mushroom enthusiasts who forage, sautee, and savor every earthy bite. Step into the magical world of ‘shrooms as Mrs. Peanuckle guides readers through the alphabet with these mystical and amazing fungi. Little ones will learn about fun specie…
Mazel tov, baby! / words by Dara Henry ; pictures by Varda Livney.
"Baby's here! Look at you.! Mazel tov! So brand new. Close your eyes. Peek-a-boo. Mazel tov! I found you." --Publisher's website.
10 dogs / Emily Gravett.
"From dachshund to dalmation, every dog wants a piece of the prize. Follow this high-stakes adventure as the scales tip from one dog with all the sausages and nine dogs with none to nine dogs with all the sausages and one dog with none. Will ten hungry do…
All the stars in the sky / words by Art Coulson ; pictures by Winona Nelson.
" When eager Clay asks his elisi (grandmother) for help to be named star of the week at school, he’s surprised by her answer: No one person is more important than his family and his community. But is Clay still important at all? This contemplative explora…
Archibald and the furry dinosaurs / Suzanne Lang and Max Lang.
"When Archibald embarks on a dangerous quest to find his lost locks, he encounters danger at every turn. Along the way, he outwits the clever Woollyciraptors, rescues two dinosaurs from getting eaten, and even encounters the dreaded Furannosaurus Rex! Whi…
Lost and found Hanukkah / by Joy Preble ; illustrated by Lisa Anchin.
"Nate's beloved menorah was lost in his family’s recent move, and finding the perfect new one isn’t going well. With Hanukkah one night away, Nate is missing his menorah and everything else about his old home, where everything fit just right. Then, a trip…
Squirrels scamper / Mélina Mangal ; illustrated by Stella Lim.
"Focusing on squirrels, this book shows children what we can learn from nature about movement, work, and play"-- Provided by publisher.
The misadventures of Sweetie Pie / Chris Van Allsburg.
"Being a pet store hamster isn’t much fun for Sweetie Pie, but life in human homes proves downright perilous. As Sweetie Pie longingly gazes out of his cage at the squirrels frolicking in the trees, he wonders if he’ll ever have the chance to feel the win…
Little Critter's the night before Christmas / by Mercer Mayer.
"'Twas the night before Christmas when all through the house, Not a critter was stirring, not even a mouse. Snuggle up with your favorite little critters to share this adorable retelling of Clement C. Moore’s timeless Christmas story of Santa’s wondrous…
Kid the Goat won't wear his Christmas coat / written by Lana Stenner ; illustrated by Anna Simeone.
"A coat for Christmas? You've got to be kidding! Kid the Goat is disappointed when his biggest present turns out to be a boring coat. But there's still lots of fun Christmas things to do. Kid loves ice skating, building snowmen, and sledding. But...Mama s…
Could that be an elf? / by Hannah Eliot ; illustrated by Saoirse Lou.
"Think you can find the elf in this sweet and funny holiday board book? Peek through the holes on each page of this interactive story!...Young readers will love the game of hide-and-seek a sneaky elf is playing in this festive board book. Just when it loo…
Bright baby / illustration, design and text by Rebecca Weerasekera
"Filled with features to stimulate a baby's senses, this high-contrast black, white, and aqua book is full of raised pictures to touch, a peep-through cover, and a mirror. Babies and toddlers will [get] hands-on and [explore] every sensory page and [touch…
ABCs of kindness / by Samantha Berger ; illustrated by Ekaterina Trukhan.
"A single act of kindness can lead to a zillion! Whether it be donating your blanket, giving hugs, offering help, or volunteering, there are so many ways to be kind. This is the perfect book to read aloud at home or in the classroom to spark conversations…
Jingle jumble Santa / [illustrated by Spencer Wilson].
"Who ever heard of a surfing Santa... zipping through the trees? Or a skiing Santa... cooking up a storm?" --Back cover.
Holly jolly Kitty-Corn / Shannon Hale & LeUyen Pham.
"The best part of Christmas is the merry music! No, it’s the gingerbread! No, it’s definitely decorating the tree! Kitty and Unicorn can’t wait to spend their first Christmas together! But try as they might, they can’t seem to agree on their favorite fes…
Shibu's tail / written by Tess Thomas ; art by Kamwei Fong.
"Shibu the cat has a lot of feelings and thankfully his fluffy tail helps him express them all! But one day, Shibu realizes that all the other cats are keeping their feelings (and their tails) tucked away. Maybe it would be better to try and fit in? From …
Tuck me in! / by Nathan W Pyle.
"Have you ever wondered how a beach goes to bed? It has to be tucked in, of course! So, who tucks in all the beaches around the world? The Moon! There's just one problem--tucking in one shoreline means another one doesn't have enough cover. Will the Moon …
Oh dear, look what I got! / Michael Rosen ; illustrated by Helen Oxenbury
"As a hapless boy goes from shop to shop, requesting a series of perfectly reasonable items—a hat, a coat, a cake, a chair—he finds himself thwarted at every turn, amassing instead a growing menagerie of animals who happily follow him on his errands. It’s…
Ciao, Sandro! / words by Steven Varni ; pictures by Luciano Lozano.
"Meet Sandro! As the loyal first mate to gondolier Nicola, Sandro knows everything about his home, the beautiful city of Venice. Sandro and Nicola go everywhere together. But today, Sandro is venturing out on his own for the first time. He is on a very im…
Clifford Treasury : 5 classic stories! / Norman Bridwell.
"Clifford the Big Red Dog and his best friend, Emily Elizabeth, have had countless adventures together since first being introduced to readers in 1963. This...hardcover treasury includes five beloved Clifford the Big Red Dog stories--all with the original…
The sled race / by Corey R. Tabor ; pictures by Dalton Webb.
"Wally Mammoth lives in the Ice Age, where his huge heart warms even the coldest of days. And it has to be cold to have a sled race! Wally and his friends Otto the great auk and Wolf the (you guessed it!) gray wolf are all hot cocoa'd up and ready to comp…
Field trip to dinosaur valley / by John Hare.
"When a rascally kepodactylus snatches a student’s lunch box, the student gives chase and gets it back but also becomes separated from their class. They decide to eat their lunch while waiting to be rescued and end up sharing it with friendly dinosaurs. B…
Not a spot to spot : the true story of Kipekee, the giraffe born without spots / written by Elizabeth Weiss Verdick ; illustrated by Zoe Waring.
"It’s summertime at the Brights Zoo and something very special is due… a new baby giraffe! And this giraffe is extra extraordinary. She is all one shade—not a spot to spot! Mama loves her baby unconditionally and knows she is perfectly herself, but will e…
The invisible string family celebration : a reimagining of the invisible string / Patrice Karst ; illustrated by Joanne Lew-Vriethoff.
"When a mom and dad tell their twins that they’re all connected by an Invisible String, the children insist that’s impossible. But still, they want to know more: What kind of string? The answer is one that people around the world have been sharing for a g…
Christmas : a lift-the-flap book / illustrated by Betania Zacarias.
"Christmas is here! Lift the flaps to celebrate and discover the traditions of this Christian holiday, including the birth of Jesus, singing carols, and gift-giving on Christmas day." --back cover
Sharing / Rosemary Wells.
"Every night, Charles puts his favorite things to bed: his little doctor kit, his racing skates, his space man, his xylophone, his magic stars, his alligator, his Lionel Messi football, and his pecka-pecka chicken farm. One day, Charles takes his toys to …
Walk with me : a counting adventure / Nancy E. Uslan.
"Explore the outdoors in this vibrant counting adventure! Count giraffes, monkeys, zebras, and more colorful animals in a delightful rhyming journey. Just right for reading to little ones, this vivid book is the perfect introduction to counting from one t…
Daniel tries a new potty / by Maggie Testa ; poses and layouts by Jason Fruchter.
"Daniel Tiger is so excited to go to the train station with his mom to meet his friend Juan Carlos. At the train station, Daniel has to go potty, but he has never used the potty there before. Luckily, Mom Tiger is there to help and explain the differenc…
Welcome to Motorvania! / adapted by Gloria Cruz.
"Meet the Mighty Monsterwheelies of Motorvania, a town that many cars and trucks call home, and where vehicles with monster powers keep the town safe. Mayor Van Helsing is taking a family of cars on a tour of the town on a car carrier, when the carrier hi…
Santa claws / written by Bridget Heos ; illustrated by Galia Bernstein.
"With bouncy, delightful rhymes, Santa Claws celebrates Christmas in the Cretaceous world. Every year, Santa Claws delivers presents, spreading cheer wherever he goes. Every dino in the land gets into the Christmas spirit: Boneheads make toys, Gallimimus …
Books on bikes/ F. Isabel Campoy & Therea Howell; illustrated by Brizida Magro.
"Lía loves books, and she reads all the time—even while walking her trusty bike through town. But sometimes books can be hard to come by. When Lía discovers her neighbors are as eager for books as she is, she takes a page from the heroes she has read abou…
Piggy bank saves the day / written by Kimberly Wilson ; illustrated by Mark Hoffmann
"​Descended from a long line of patient, persistent savers, this piggy bank breaks the mold, flying in fast with a goal to gather cash. He’s a supersonic saving machine! When his friends give him his first savings goal, Piggy hits the scene, rallying coi…
Goodness and good grief! / written by Natalie Shaw ; illustrated by Robert Pope.
"“Good grief” means that Charlie Brown is having a tough day. When you get the Sunday scaries, or are bonked on the head by a football, it can be hard to shake off a bad mood. Whether you or someone you know is having a bad day, or feeling grouchy, jealou…
Opposites / Mk Smith Despres ; illustrations by Libby Burns.
""It's time to rest," our teachers say. So let's stretch our arms high, then hang them low. Our mouths open to yawn, and eyes close to sleep. When we wake up, some of us are smiling and others frown. What other opposites will we learn as we go from one pa…
Hello Dog : a guide for humans / written by Sara Levine ; illustrated by Suzanne Kaufman.
"A clever, useful how-to flip book guide for both humans and our canine best friends, Hello Dog / Hello Human offers advice to little humans (and dogs) on how to politely introduce themselves. The book opens with a primer on how little humans should inte…
Predators / written by Ruth Redford ; illustrations by Howard Gray & Srimalie Bassani.
Filled with bite-sized facts about different types of predators, from big cats and wild dogs, to deadly reptiles, and many more, this board book provides hours of learning fun. The incredible photographic images and specially-commissioned illustrations fe…
The Berenstain bears' trouble at school / Stan & Jan Berenstain.
"Brother isn’t doing his schoolwork, and it’s starting to catch up with him. Now that he got a bad grade on his quiz, how is he going to tell Mama and Papa?" --Amazon.com
Knuffle Bunny too : a case of mistaken identity / by Mo Willems.
"Her daddy in tow, Trixie hurries to school to show off her one-of-a-kind Knuffle Bunny. But an awful surprise awaits her: someone else has the exact same bunny! Thus begins an exciting, frustrating, and ultimately revelatory twenty-four hours of squabbli…
Emmy on the dot / by Connie Colwell Miller ; illustrated by Rose Skelton.
"Emmy thrives on routine, as many autistic kids do. Changes to the school schedule make her anxious. When she has a dentist appointment one morning and her mom needs to pick her up from school, she gets upset about the schedule changes. How will she manag…
You're my little star : a touch-and-feel book
"You're my little star, shining brilliant and bright"--Back cover.
Piñata party! / adapted by Maria Le.
"Join Nina and her friends and family as they celebrate and take turns hitting a piñata. Hit it once, twice, three times! Who will be the one to break the piñata?"--Back cover.
My little deer / by Hannah Eliot ; illustrated by Jennifer A. Bell.
"My little deer, we’re cozy together, no matter the time or place or the weather. This charming board book with a padded cover is the perfect read-aloud for your little dear." --Publisher's website.
The echo people / by S. D. Youngwolf ; illustrated by Shonto Begay.
"In the early morning hours, two young children go on a journey of discovery with their grandfather, a great chief. After offering prayers to Creator, Grandfather leads Aiyanna and Little Wolf separately to the river gorge to meet the Echo People. There, …
Pencil's best story ever / with help from Carly Gledhill.
"Oh, hello! I’m Pencil and I’ve written a very special story just for YOU. It’s got all my friends in it and it’s definitely my best story EVER. Do you want to hear it? Great! Then, what are you waiting for? Pencil has written THE BEST STORY EVER and he c…
Is it asleep? / Olivier Tallec ; translated by Antony Shugaar.
"Squirrel and his best friend, Pock the mushroom, sit on the old stump, watching birds fly by. When they’re tired of this, they take the path to the yellow meadow to listen to the blackbird sing. But today, the bird’s not there. The friends look everywher…
Nothing ever happens / Heidi McKinnon.
"Nothing ever happens to two friendly little fish. Same old ocean. Same old seaweed. But when adventure finds them, will these two friends rise to the occasion? Or will they flounder?" --Publisher's website.
If you want to write a story / Jeff Mack.
"Nothing is quite as exciting and frustrating as chasing a story idea out of your head and onto the page. With How to Write a Story, he brings the writing process to life for the next generation of yarn spinners. “Ideas are hiding anywhere,” our narrator …
I see you wonder / Deborah Farmer Kris ; illustrated by Jane Massey.
"Look, ask, and discover. Curiosity is the best! See and celebrate toddlers' curious questions--and all the wonderful ways they ask them"--Back cover.
Montessori planet work / by Bobby and June George ; illustrated by Alyssa Nassner.
"Learn you planets the Montessori way! Name the planets in our solar system ; identify the location of each planet in relation to the sun ; trace each textured planet with you finger" --Back cover.
The fabulous Edweena / written by Edwin Dumont ; illustrated by Melissa Cho.
"Edwin loves his sister Patsy’s closet. He adores dresses and earrings and boots with high heels. And when he’s finished getting dressed, Edwin is transformed…into the fabulous Edweena! Today is the figure skating competition at school and Edwin has deci…
Mama moon : a story about love and mental health / by Noah Grigni.
"Mama Moon is the story of a child who muses that their mother is like the moon—ever changing, sometimes blue, sometimes bright. Mama loves warm summers, and eating cherries while stargazing with Baba and Kiddo. But on her bluest of days, she can’t do th…
Randy Rainbow and the marvelously magical pink glasses / Randy Rainbow ; illustrated by Jaimie MacGibbon.
"Randy Rainbow is uniquely himself. He loves painting his nails and listening to old Broadway albums. But when some kids at school tease Randy for being who he is, he goes to his beloved granny for a solution. And she has just the thing--a pair of sparkl…
Goose egg island / written by Julia Richardson ; illustrated by Meneka Repka.
This "story gives readers an engaging glimpse into the life cycle of Canada geese. On a chilly spring day, Goose and Gander flap down toward a little island just beginning to thaw out after a long winter. It is here that they will build a nest, lay eggs,…
Love is a candle / illustrations by Beatrice Cerocchi.
"Celebrate the love that families share during Hanukkah." --back cover
Cleo the cat / Stella Blackstone ; Caroline Mockford.
"Cleo wakes. Cleo winks. Cleo yawns. Cleo blinks. Let's explore the world with Cleo." --back cover
Cleo finds a friend / Stella Blackstone ; Caroline Mockford.
"A new puppy, Caspar, has arrived in Cleo’s home, and Cleo is not happy about it. Toddlers will relate to Cleo’s initial refusal to share space and attention, as well as her eventual realization that there’s enough love for everyone."--publisher's website…
The wheels on the bus / illustrated by Melanie Williamson ; sung by The Amador Family.
In this version of the classic song, residents of a rural Guatemalan village travel by bus to the city. Includes endnotes on Guatemala's geography, agriculture, transportation, currency, landmarks, and customs.
Goodnight, I love you / Sam Taplin ; illustrated by Jennifer A. Bell.
"It's bedtime for little bear... but all those twinkly stars in the night sky look ever so exciting! Each time you turn a page, you'll see more and more stars as the sky is lit up by real lights." --publisher's website