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

Bluey. Grannies : and other stories.
"Here come the grannies! Join Bluey and Bingo in a game of Butterflies with Judo, race Barky Boats with MacKenzie, and more!" --back cover
Little Simon says : left hand, right hand / [by Dori Elys ; illustrated by Ekaterina Trukhan].
"Learn left and right in this this book that's filled with fuzzy, furry, squishy touch-and-feels!" --back cover
How to put a dinosaur to bed / Alycia Pace.
"Having a dinosaur is so much fun, but taking care of them can sure make you tired--especially if your dinosaur keeps you up all night long. So how do you get a dinosaur to go to bed and stay in bed? Along with a cute triceratops, two siblings learn the …
Sometimes I am angry / endorsed by Dr. Janet Rose ; text and illustrations by Macmillan Publishers International Ltd. ; illustrations by Marie Paruit.
"With delightful illustrations from Marie Paruit on every page, this is the perfect book for parents and carers to share with young children who may be experiencing episodes of anger and to develop their emotional intelligence. Explanations, hints and tip…
Big and small / [illustrated by] Britta Teckentrup.
"This...book introduces first vocabulary about nature with appealing, textured illustrations that compare the itty-bitty things we see in nature, like acorns and raindrops, with great big wonders like trees and rainbows." --publisher's website.
What love looks like / written by Laura Obuobi ; illustrated by Anna Cunha.
"A whimsical bedtime story about the love between a Black father and his daughter. This tender tale with lush natural imagery and pure Black joy captures love's vastness, showing us its greatest form is often the one between parent and child. One question…
Once upon a friend / words by Dan Gemeinhart ; illustrations by ShinYeon Moon.
"As soon as our young reader opens the cover of Meego's book, the pair are the best of friends. Side by side, they leap from the adventures in Meego’s stories to the adventures in the child’s real life. From courageously creeping into shadowy caves to wea…
The bike ride / Nelson Goose.
"Dave and his dad spend every summer at a house near the beach. And every day, they go on a bike ride. As they ride along, they see blue jays singing, squirrels scampering up trees, and their favorite place of all: a beautiful inlet overlooking the ocean,…
Think a thought : a gentle meditation for kids / by Conor McGlauflin and Hannah Zisman.
"Thoughts can be good, like feeling cozy in your bed—and they can be bad, like wondering if there’s a monster instead. You have the power to hold on tight to these thoughts, or push them away. But what happens when you’re caught in a storm of thoughts, lo…
Camp Mickey & Minnie : one wild summer / written by Ryan March ; illustrated by Bret Iwan.
"In this new fully illustrated hardcover picture book, Mickey & Minnie will be opening a new Summer camp! While preparing for the campers, Goofy worries that the abundance of frogs on the lake will get in the way of his Art of Water Sports club. The solut…
Garbage gulls / written by Dorson Plourde ; illustrated by Isabella Fassler.
"Two boys spend the day doing nothing but imagining in this poetic ode to the freedom of summer. On a hot summer day that feels like it’s lasted forever, two brothers stretch out in the back seat of an abandoned car in a strip-mall parking lot. They pass …
Peaches / written by Gabriele Davis ; illustrated by Kim Holt.
"In Peaches, a hopeful multigenerational story of love and healing from author Gabriele Davis and illustrator Kim Holt, a girl holds her mother’s memory close while carrying on an important family tradition: making peach cobbler together. Summer Sundays b…
A sundae with everything on it / Kyle Scheele, Andy J. Pizza.
"Embark on a quest for dessert that is truly out-of-this-world in this deliciously funny family adventure tale. Sure, it’s hard to find a bowl big enough for an asteroid-size scoop of ice cream, but when your mom is a quantum physicist who also happens to…
Millie Fleur's poison garden / by Christy Mandin.
"Garden Glen is a very bland place. Every house and every garden looks exactly like the other. That is... until Millie Fleur La Fae comes to town. Up on a scruffy hill, beside a ramschackle house, Millie Fleur plants her marvelously strange garden, fill…
You'll be there / by Amanda Rawson Hill ; illustrated by Joanne Lew-Vriethoff.
"As the months go by, a young child remembers their loved one in small and meaningful ways through their own life experiences"--Provided by publisher.
Go! Block / by Christopher Franceschelli ; art by Peski Studio.
"In this small but sturdy block-shaped board book, young readers are introduced to an incredible array of vehicles big and small. From airplanes, buses, and cars to subways, rail trains, and unicycles, follow our protagonists as they travel using human-po…
All the rocks we love / by Lisa Varchol Perron and Taylor Perron ; art by David Scheirer.
"Children love rocks. Rocks appear in jacket pockets, on windowsills, in the car, in their hiding places, and most often, in their little grips. Rocks are universal – they can be found in all climates, countries, and communities – making themselves availa…
10 little construction trucks / by Annie Bailey ; illustrated by Jeff Harter.
This sturdy board book will keep babies and toddlers busy as they learn to count down from ten to one while spending the day on a construction site, where they'll meet such machines as bulldozers, rollers, forklifts and concrete mixers.
Legends of hip-hop : Biggie Smalls : an opposites biography / written by Pen Ken ; illustrated by Saxton Moore.
Practice opposites while learning about American rapper, Biggie Smalls.
Scooper and Dumper : the pumpkin parade / Lindsay Ward.
"Crisp fall days are here, and Scooper and Dumper are in high gear, getting ready for the pumpkin parade. From hanging lights to moving hay bales, they’re a terrific team. The night of the parade, they have everything together but the pumpkins. So they he…
One little fish / by Molly Littleboy ; illustrated by Bryony Clarkson.
"Through simple facts, prompts, and activities, children are introduced to the amazing world beneath the waves! They’ll learn what makes different kinds of fish unique, what other amazing animals live in the water, and how everyone can help take care of o…
On a summer night / text by Deborah Hopkinson ; art by Kenard Pak.
On a hot summer night a little girl wakes up, and wonders what has woken her, and the rest of the nighttime world.
Campingland / by Ame Dyckman ; illustrated by James Burks.
"A family's excited to go camping. But they don't know what they're doing, and it does NOT go well. Then they see Campingland, a perfect indoor camping theme park. Perfect temperature. Perfect 'fishing.' Perfect 'animals.' But--PERFECTLY BORING! Will they…
The night before the new baby / by Natasha Wing ; illustrated by Amy Wummer.
"A little girl and her parents get ready to welcome a new addition to their family! They decorate the nursery and prepare Mom's suitcase for the hospital, and she picks a special stuffed toy for her new sibling as they wait for the big day"--Back cover.
Artificial intelligence for babies / Chris Ferrie.
"Artificial Intelligence for Babies introduces babies (and grownups!) to the basic way artificial intelligence works, explained in an easy-to-understand and fun way"--From publisher website.
Slide and see under the sea / [illustrated by Stella Baggott]
"Babies will love looking at the bright pictures in this delightful book and seeing what appears when they move the sliders." --back cover.
The first week of school / Drew Beckmeyer.
"It’s the first day of school. An artist wonders if her drawings are good enough to show. An inventor is excited for show and tell. A group of competitive friends call themselves the Sport Kings (but nobody else does). Pat, the class pet, listens to the w…
Five bears / Catherine Rayner.
"Bear is walking through the forest, minding his own business when he comes across another bear. The Other bear is different. The two bears wander along, thinking different thoughts, and looking in different directions. Soon the two bears come across anot…
The girl and the mermaid / written by Hollie Hughes ; illustrated by Sarah Massini.
"Alina lives in a lighthouse by the sea, and her days are filled with the warmth of her grandmother's magical stories. But Alina is worried. Granny's memories and stories are starting to fade away, and she doesn't know how to bring them back. Then one day…
My daddy is a cowboy / words by Stephanie Seales ; pictures by C.G. Esperanza.
In the early hours before dawn, a young girl and her father greet their horses and ride together through the waking city streets. As they trot along, Daddy tells cowboy stories filled with fun and community, friendship, discovery, and pride. Seeing her ci…
The Digger and the dark / Joseph Kuefler.
"After a long day’s work, Digger and the other big trucks are ready to tuck themselves into bed. They wash, they brush, and they sing a goodnight song. But before they can fall asleep, two mischievous raccoons appear. And they are not tired--at all. Surel…
The fox, the fair, and the invention scare / Kirk Cameron and Brave Books ; art by Steve Crespo.
"Stewart the Giraffe dreams of beating his enemy, Asher the Fox, at the Hive Haven Fair... ...but when an unexpected accident ruins Stewart's chances, it's how Asher reacts that could change everything. Will this unlikely pair come together to show their …
Pride comes before the fall / Kirk Cameron and Brave Books ; art by Steve Crespo
"Valor doesn’t think he will win the Great Raka Rapids Race with Kevin as his teammate. When Valor’s pride puts him and his partner in a tough spot, Valor realizes that some things are far more important than winning. Join Valor and Kevin as they learn ab…
Ten little goblins : a counting storybook / by Amanda Sobotka ; illustrations by James Newman Gray.
"Learning to count has never been more fun. This unique board book counts from ten little goblins all the way down to one with adorable illustrations. With each page, one more goblin disappears. To demonstrate this concept, this book uses tactile goblin b…
Sometimes I am hot lava / by Jody Jensen Shaffer ; illustrated by Amélie Videlo.
"Most of the time, Buddy is a regular kid. He has ups and downs. But when things don't go his way, he can feel the magma bubble and boil inside of him until he erupts like a volcano. Fortunately, he knows a few ways to return to feeling as calm and cool a…
The Shadow & the ghost / Cat Min.
"Shinbi is not a particularly ghosty ghost. At night she likes making tiny bouquets of things, and gazing at the far away stars. Haunting? Not so much. Even if that's what the other ghosts like. In the daytime, in a meadow, sits a single rock, casting a s…
Under the table / Allan Ahlberg, Bruce Ingman.
"What do you do when you’re having an ordinary day, only to discover there’s a big gray elephant (named Nathaniel) under the table? Why, you get him to help you wash the car! And the kangaroo (named Abigail) that appears under that same table can help bri…
My friend tree / Dawn Casey, Geneviéve Godbout.
"This is the story of a girl, a boy, and their friend the old oak Tree that brings them together. It's a story about friendship, about love, and growing up. It's a story about nature, and how it connects us all . . . one living, loving, family." --back co…
My animals / Liesbet Slegers.
"Animals are fun! Some animals are pets, like dogs, cats, and rabbits. But you can also find all kinds of wild animals outside the house, like birds, butterflies, and ants." --back cover
Can I sleep here? : baby lion / Ella Bailey
Baby Lion has been hard at play all day long and needs to find a safe, cosy and warm place to sleep for the night
Belly song / Mother Moon ; illustrated by Leah Giles.
"Big belly, little belly, round belly, flat! I like whatever kind of belly that you've got!... Mother Moon's uplifting song about body positivity and neutrality is a perfect introduction for babies and toddlers....[and presents a] powerful message of love…
How do dinosaurs say trick or treat? / Jane Yolen ; illustrations by Mark Teague
"It's Halloween time! The streets are filled with kids in costumes, the spooky decorations are out, but our inquisitive and rambunctious dinosaurs are not quite sure about trick or treating... With a little practice, and some hilarious antics, our prehi…
Count to sleep Michigan / written by Adam Gamble and Mark Jasper ; illustrated by Joe Veno.
"Count to Sleep Michigan includes lighthouses, zoo animals, bridges, Mackinac Island ferryboats, cherry pickers, antique cars at The Henry Ford, and more. Come count the great state of Michigan." --publisher's website.
ABCs of Michigan / Sandra Magsamen.
"There's no place like home! In this heartwarming ABC adventure, babies and toddlers will experience how wonderful it is to explore Michigan, from Detroit to Mackinac Island." --publisher's website.
I see summer / by Charles Ghigna ; illustrated by Ag Jatkowska.
"Sailboats, seagulls, and picnics are just a few of the joys of summer." --publisher's website.
That's not my teddy... : its paws are too woolly / written by Fiona Watt ; illustrated by Rachel Wells.
A mouse describes how a series of teddy bears look and feel different from its own.
Automotive engineering / Ruth Spiro ; illustrated by Irene Chan.
"Baby loves strollers, cars, and other things that go. He explores what makes vehicles move and learns what automotive engineers do in this STEM book for the youngest readers"--Provided by publisher.
ABCs of feelings / Diane Alber.
"Name your feelings from A to Z! Help babies and toddlers learn their feelings, letter by letter! Once children are able to identify their feelings, they can learn how to manage them in a healthy way!" --back cover
Billy's birthday / Mack.
"Mommy Elephant hangs up a beautiful garland because it's Billy the baby elephant's birthday. All his friends come to celebrate. Together, they eat cake and sing a birthday song. Hip, hip...hooray!" --back cover
Stegosaurus / by J.D. Forester ; illustrated by Sarah Rebar.
"Young readers will love exploring this dinosaur-shaped board book filled with playful rhymes and facts all about the mighty Stegosaurus! Stomp, stomp, stomp! Roar, roar, roar! Learn all about Stegosaurus, a Jurassic dinosaur!"--From publisher website.
How Tito loses his nose / [written and illustrated by] Guido Van Genechten.
"Clown Tito is the star of Circus Rondo. Every day, he performs. Tito runs, dances, and jumps...The people love his show. But one day, something strange happens. Tito loses his nose! A playful picture book about insecurity and popularity"--Publisher websi…
A mobs of Minecraft treasury / Christy Webster ; illustrated by Alan Batson.
"In these three different stories, new Minecraft player Sam encounters mysterious mobs for the first time. Readers will learn everything they need to know about discovering, avoiding, surviving, and sometimes even caring for these mobs in their own Minecr…
Moon bear / Clare Helen Walsh ; Carolina T. Godina.
"Ettie is afraid of the dark. Every night without fail her Mummy calls, 'Time for bed, Ettie!' The curtains pull shut, her bedside light blinks out and Ettie is surrounded by the deep inky cloak of the dark… … Until one night, the bright moon shines thro…
The yellow bus / Loren Long.
"There is a bright yellow bus who spends her days driving. She loves carrying children from one important place to another. Every morning they climb in... Pitter-patter, pitter-patter, giggle, giggle-patter. And they fill her with joy. As time passes, thi…
Hit the piñata / by Jeffrey Burton ; illustrated by Neil Clark.
"Join the party in a story that's stuffed with surprises inside!" --back cover.
Animals in the pond / illustrated by: Wendy Kendall ; written by: Rebecca Weerasekera.
"From frogs on lily pads to turtles going for a swim, little ones will love discovering all the different animals and minibeasts that live in the pond." --publisher's website.
Volcanoes, rocks, & minerals / [written by Ruth Redford ; illustrations by Howard Gray & Partrick Corrigan].
"Young readers can learn fascinating facts about volcanic eruptions, different types of rocks, fossils, minerals, and gemstones in Priddy Explorers: Volcanoes, Rocks, and Minerals. This...book is full of interesting information, fascinating photographs, a…
Hoo's there? : a silly book for the bedtime scaries / written and illustrated by Kristi Valiant.
"Crash! Snort! Sniff! Hoo! Hoo! Hoo's there? It must be a monster! Follow Hampton the owl and Figgy the piggy as they discover that frightening noises in the dark may not be so scary after all!"--Page [4] of cover.
Boo can't poo / Xiao Jing Wang, Rocio Ledesma.
"Boo has a poo and it just won't MOVE!" --back cover.
Knock knock : who's there? / Rob Hodgson.
"Get giggling with your little one as they tell you their very first jokes! Knock Knock on the door and wait to be asked "Who's there?" before turning the page to discover a different googly-eyed animal with a funny punchline"--From publisher's descriptio…
A wild windy night / Yui Abe.
"Whoo-o-o-o-sh! Suddenly, the wind howled loudly. Ricky looks out the window and sees his toy car fly away in the wind. Then all of his other toys start to fly away too! 'Wait, wait!' he shouts, as he and all his toys are blown away by the wild wind....If…
Come, little one / Guido van Genechten.
"When you’re little, everything is big and also a little exciting. Come, little one, and discover your place in the world"--From publisher website.
Baby signs : a baby-sized introduction to speaking with sign language / pictures by Joy Allen.
"With this...board book of essential signs, babies and toddlers can easily learn how to communicate their needs, wants, and feelings and even make basic observations with a simple gesture. Studies show that babies who use sign language feel less frustrate…
Home in a lunchbox / by Cherry Mo.
"When Jun moves from Hong Kong to America, the only words she knows are hello, thank you, I don’t know, and toilet. Her new school feels foreign and terrifying. But when she opens her lunchbox to find her favorite meals—like bao, dumplings, and bok choy—…
Rhino? What rhino? / Caryl Hart and Sarah Horne.
"Rhino escapes from the zoo to a farm and leaves a trail of havoc and destruction behind. Whent he poor animals end up taking the blame for rhino's bad manners, they decide he needs to learn a lesson or two!" --back cover
Pearl's lost pearls / Olivier Dunrea.
"Pearl loves her pearl necklace. Maybe even as much as she loves singing! But when she comes home from a day of singing to friends all over the farm, her pearls aren't around her neck where they should be. Pearl retraces her steps, but it's only with the …
Why do I have to go to school? / Katie Daynes ; illustrated by Marta Alvarez Miguens.
"From forming friendships to learning new skills, join a lively bunch of kids as they discover what school is really about and how to make the most of it." --publisher's website
Play outside with me / words by Kat Chen ; art by Lorraine Nam.
"What do you like to do outside? I like drawing with chalk! It's a playdate in a book!" --back cover
Silly lullaby [lap-size edition] / by Sandra Boynton.
A number of animals get ready for bed.
Ruby's tools for making friends / Apryl Stott.
"It’s Ruby the fox’s first day at a new school. She’s a little nervous, but luckily, she has her tools to help: a tape measure to count her breaths if she feels overwhelmed, pliers to remind her to be flexible, and safety goggles to see things in a new wa…
Goodnight school / words by Catherine Bailey ; art by Cori Doerrfeld.
"As the sun sets, a security guard arrives to help this sleepy little school get some rest. From tucking in chairs to checking all the locks to listening to the silverware snoring, she makes her moonlit rounds. One by one, the lights are turning off and e…
Pajamarama! / by Julie Gonzalez ; illustrated by Rob Sayegh Jr.
"Celebrate bedtime with a bouncy ode to jammies of all kinds! Whether you rock flowing gowns fit for royalty, kick it in ninja robes, or lay back in footed onesies with a peek-a-boo toe, picking jammies is the best part of any nighttime routine. Pajamar…
Patrick and the not so perfect party / words by Anne Wynter ; pictures by Shirley Hottier.
"All Patrick wants for his birthday is a perfect FOOD party. But why did Karter arrive dressed as a FOOT? Patrick learns a valuable lesson in patience, embracing chaos, and most of all that family isn’t perfect. Patrick likes everything to be just-so, wh…
First day, hooray! / by June Sobel ; illustrated by Nabila Adani
"There's a lot to check off on the back-to-school list. Lunchbox? Check. Notebook? Paper? Glue stick? Check. Check. Check. But school supplies aren't the only thing we bring with us. We also bring along our FEELINGS!! Follow along as a class of young chi…
Bubble Gum Bison needs a bath / written by Scott Rothman ; illustrated by Pete Oswald.
"Bubble Gum Bison, Blue Bison’s little sister, is having too much fun with her playground associates to take time out for a bath. In fact, she escapes through the bathroom window to avoid the inevitable. But when Bubble Gum Bison slips in the mud, gets c…
Let's pretend fire station / text by Nicola Edwards ; illustrations by Thomas Elliott.
"It's a busy day at the fire station! Children can see and learn how the firefighters at the fire station work." --publisher's website.
Bear about town / [written by] Stella Blackstone ; [illustrated by] Debbie Harter.
"Walk down to town with Bear and discover all the different businesses and settings. The rhyming text teaches days of the week, and is complemented by a full-spread map of the town at the end. Includes an online access link to audio and video animation"--…
Bear in a square / written by Stella Blackstone ; illustrated by Debbie Harter.
"Discover lots of different shapes with Bear—there are triangles on the waves, diamonds on the crown and stars in the sky. Rhyme, repetition and counting establish this book of shapes, and a two-page spread recapping the shapes and colors reinforces the e…
Duck duck taco truck / written by Laura Lavoie ; illustrations by Teresa Martinez.
""Duck. Duck. Taco truck. Working hard to make a buck." Two food trucks staffed by sworn enemies: ducks vs. geese. Before you can say "curly fries", these two rivals are in an epic food truck face-off. "Battle on! At dawn, we ride!" But soon, Goose becom…
Itty Bitty Betty Blob / by Constance Lombardo ; illustrated by Micah Player.
"It's monster picture day again, and Itty Bitty Betty Blob sits in front of the mirror where she practices growling for the camera. But for Betty it's not so easy. She's not a typical monster, so she doesn't love scaring anyone. What she loves is dancing …
Not-a-box city / Antoinette Portis.
"Follows Bunny who wants to build a new city alone until Bunny realizes that friends make all the difference"--Provided by publisher
Frank and Bert : the one where Bert learns to ride a bike / Chris Naylor-Ballesteros.
"Bert is certain he can ride his bike as well as Frank, but he is very wobbly! And even when they both try riding Frank's bike it still goes very wrong! Will the best friends make it all the way down from the big hill? Of course! All they need is a little…
The Very Hungry Caterpillar's birthday party : with a special foldout surprise / Eric Carle.
The Very Hungry Caterpillar's friends enthusiastically prepare for his birthday celebration.
The Very Hungry Caterpillar's nature walk : a search-and-find book / Eric Carle ; words by Gabriella DeGennaro.
Look for various animals on each spread while on a nature walk with The Very Hungry Caterpillar.
Clifford's school day / Norman Bridwell.
"Clifford's School Day follows Emily Elizabeth as she brings her puppy, Clifford, to school for show-and-tell. Together with the rest of the class, Clifford tries to fingerpaint, bake cookies, and play in water and sand. But the small red puppy always mak…
Three little pigs / text by Pavla Hanáčková ; illustrations by Shunsuke Satake.
"Has anybody ever told you that hard work pays off? Follow the story of the Three Little Pigs, who definitely know a thing or two about the truth of this saying. Immerse yourself in this beloved fairy tale with a fun new format perfect for small hands. Pa…
The nervous dragon : a story about overcoming back-to-school worries / illustrated by Clare Victoria Wilson.
"It's Blaze's first day at school and he feels very nervous. Blaze can't breathe fire and he's worried he'll be the odd dragon out. When his teacher asks everyone to show off their breathing, it seems like Blaze's worst fears are coming true... Will this …
Sleeping Beauty / text by Magda Garguláková ; illustrations by Shunsuke Sataka ; translators: Pavla Hanáčková and James Marsh.
"This timeless tale of a kind-hearted princess finding true love never gets old. And who doesn't know the classic fairy tale of Sleeping Beauty?...Crack open this book of specially cut pages and see for yourself. Page by page, the story will unveil itse…
The adventures of Paddington. Paddington's holiday.
"Join Paddinton for a fun-filled trip to the seaside. Don't forget to pack plenty of marmalade!" --back cover
How to be a ghost / by Meredith Rusu ; illustrated by Josh Lewis.
"Gavin the ghost has always wanted friends, but after so many people run away scared, he’s lost his confidence. When the latest family moves into his house, he’s determined to make them like him. But how can he make friends when he’s not being true to him…
Daddy's girl / written by Helen Foster James ; illustrated by Estelle Corke.
"What's more fabulous than a tea party? Tea with Daddy, of course! This...story begins before the honored guest arrives, with much ado—preparing, decorating, and accessorizing. And when Daddy makes his entrance, it's clear that the little hostess couldn't…
Bears and boos / Shirely Parenteau ; illustrated by David Walker.
It's Halloween and Big Brown Bear and the four little bears are very excited. But will there be enough costumes for everyone?
Barbie. You can be an astronaut / Based on a story by Phil Williams and adapted by Lainee Gant ; art by Fernando Güell, Ferran Rodriguez, David Güell, Fabio Laguna, and Leandro Corral.
What's it like to be an astronaut? Barbie 'Malibu' and Barbie 'Brooklyn' want to learn more about space exploration so they visit a science center. Nadine is not only an accomplished space explorer, she is also a pilot and scientist. Nadine inspires Ma…
Human body / illustrations by Howard Gray & Patrick Corrigan ; written by Ruth Redford.
"Young readers can learn fascinating facts about organs, bones, and body parts....There are lots of amazing facts to discover, such as how the brain communicates with different parts of the body, how the heart pumps oxygen to various organs, how food is p…