Kids Picture Books

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List

Don't let the pigeon drive the bus! / words and pictures by Mo Willems.
"Finally, a book you can say “no” to! When the Bus Driver takes a break from his route, a very unlikely volunteer springs up to take his place: a pigeon! But you’ve never met a pigeon like this one before. As the Pigeon pleads, wheedles, and begs his wa…
Catch that cake! / by Melissa Lagonegro ; illustrations by Steve Lambe.
"Benny the Bull made a special cake for his abuela, but Dora and Boots need your help to deliver it safely. Can they avoid the wind, rain, and that sneaky fox, Swiper?"--Provided by publisher.
Watch out for falling Iguanas / by Edwidge Danticat ; illustrated by Rachel Moss.
"On a rare chilly day in Miami, Florida, young Leila sets off for school bundled up in her bright red jacket. But this isn’t just any cold day—her grandmother, Grandma Issa, gives her an unusual warning: 'Watch out for falling iguanas.' As Leila navigate…
Little heroes of color. I'm a little hero.
"From Justice Sonia Sotomayor, the first Supreme Court Justice from Puerto Rico, to Bessie Coleman, the first Black female pilot, this poweful board book features ten brave heroes and trailblazers who changed the world! Thoughtfully adapted from the hardc…
Ruffles and the teeny, tiny kittens / David Melling.
"As Ruffles learns about the world around him, he discovers there are lots of things he likes . . . and some things he doesn’t! He loves scratching, digging, and chewing, but he does not like the teeny, tiny kittens. No, no, no, no, NO! They pounce and pu…
Bluey. Hammerbarn.
"The Heeler family are shopping at Hammerbarn for a new pizza oven, and Bluey and Bingo play Neighbors with their gnome husbands, Gerald and Hecuba. Will neighbors Bluey and Bingo get along?" --publisher's website
Bravery grows : a story for all children, including those with anxiety or selective mutism / Dr Melissa Giglio & Daisy Geddes ; illustrated by Ira Baykovska.
"We all have bravery inside us, but sometimes we need help for it to grow. Sometimes it can feel like our voice is loud and strong at home, but away from the house it struggles to come out. Worries about making friends or speaking up in class can creep u…
Let's build it! : a counting book
"Babies and toddlers can learn to count from 1 to 10 with this board book featuring the pups from Nickelodeon's Rubble & Crew. Join Rubble, Motor, Wheeler, and the rest of the crew as they count tools and trucks around the job site! Babies and toddlers wi…
Sato the Rabbit : morning light / Yuki Ainoya ; translated from Japanese by Michael Blaskowsky.
"Every morning, Sato the Rabbit opens his eyes to the soft light of day, ready to embrace all that the universe has in store for him. One day, the bright morning light that peeks out from his curtains becomes a bar that transports him to a forest, where h…
The vase with the golden cracks / by Fran Nuño ; illustrated by Zuzanna Celej ; English translation by Jon Brokenbrow.
In a remote part of Japan, a precious tradition is passed down from father to son. Every day, a vase is filled with magical words. And, like breadcrumbs marking the right path, they will guide our protagonist to find his meaning in life, or Ikigai. But…
The Goodnight Train : ready for school / June Sobel.
"It's the night before the school bell rings and the Goodnight Train is pulling into the station to help young dreamers prepare. With lunchboxes packed and outfits set out, the only thing left to do is drift off to sleep. Perfect for preschool and kinder…
The wild robot on the island / words and pictures by Peter Brown.
"Roz is not where she’s supposed to be. You see, the robot wasn’t designed to live in the wilderness. But when she washes up on an island, she must learn from the animal inhabitants and adapt to her new, natural surroundings, and before long, the island b…
Lost in a book / Chris Britt.
"Two best friends, Chad and Oliver, take a leisurely stroll through a book, but when Oliver disappears, they soon find out that some books can be an adventure! With each turn of the page, things go hilariously from bad to worse as everyone who comes to h…
Summer days ; Fall days / by Kate Colley ; artwork by Dale Nigel Goble.
"Two books in one, toddlers and early readers will love seeing their favorite seasonal feature....[these stories] showcase the best of each season's activities." --publsiher's website
My class is awesome! / adapted by Natalie Shaw.
"JJ thinks his teacher, Ms. Appleberry, is terrific, and he loves his class. Ms. Appleberry teaches them their ABCs and 123s, and then she reads stories to them. Mrs. Appleberry also teaches them to share thie toys and how to play fair. They learn songs a…
I'm your school bus / by Hannah Eliot.
"Follow along as this school bus cruises its route, picks up pals, and drops them off at school!"--Back cover.
When sun rises / Aida Salazar & Caribay M. Benavides.
"Using Mexican concepts, this poignantly lyrical series invites young children to pay witness to nature and the ways in which the outside world interacts with our own human rhythms. The Sun guides all life on Earth. We move to its cycles through the seaso…
The witching hour / written by Jennifer Harris ; illustrated by Adelina Lirius.
"In the witching hour between dinner and bedtime, anything can happen: laughter, tears, fun screaming, not-fun screaming . . . parents, siblings, pets and neighbors are all familiar with this dreaded time of day. What happens when that cranky baby is par…
The memory cake / by Caroline L. Perry ; illustrated by Jennifer Bricking.
"A little girl and her grandmother bake a cake together for the feast of Santa Marija, while her grandmother tells her about what it was like to be a child living in Malta during World War II"--Provided by publisher.
Tenacious won't give up / written by Pam Vaughan, illustrated by Leanne Hatch.
"The Wheel Parade is coming up, and Tenacious is determined to join on her two-wheeler. But no matter how hard she tries–Crash! Crash! Crash!–Tenacious just can’t get it right. With a little sage advice from her sister, she comes to see that sometimes try…
Princesses love school / written by Bri Marie McNish ; illustrated by Studio Iboix.
"Even the princesses go to school! Join some of the princesses of Disney--Moana, Tiana, Ariel, Raya, Cinderella, Mulan, and Belle--as they attend the first day of school! Meet the teacher with Cinderella, make friends with Ariel, learn new skills with Tia…
The beautiful layers of me / Sophia Payne ; illustrated by Ruchi Mhasane
"Ameena can't wait for her auntie's Nikah. She's never been to a wedding, and today there is one in her own garden! After putting on the salwar kameez that Babu gave her, with its soft layers of floaty fabric, she feels like a princess, skipping down the …
Trusty bus / written by Elizabeth Weiss Verdick ; illustrated by Jeff Harter.
"It’s time for school, and Trusty Bus and Driver Dee are gearing up! Trusty’s riders are coming, and his engine’s hum-humming. Trusty always takes his time, and never leaves a friend behind. When the students are safely at school, it’s time for Trusty and…
Don't wake the dragon / by Bianca Schulze ; illustrated by Samara Hardy.
"Dragon is sound asleep, even though the castle is filled with noise. But when the kingdom settles down for the night, guess who wakes up?" --back cover
The biggest sister / by Cala Spinner.
"There is going to be a new baby in the family, and that means Peppa is going to be the biggest sister! But what does that mean, anyway? Peppa can't wait to find out!"--Back cover.
Magical unicorns / illustrated by Sarah Wade.
"Which unicorns will you meet? Smell flowers, sing under the sea, and dance over the rainbow with adorable neon-colored unicorns!" --publisher's website
Potty time / Mike Berenstain.
"Cousin Teddi is still wearing diapers, but it’s time for her to start using the potty. When she spots Honey using the toilet like a big girl, she decides to try the potty and ditch the diapers!" --publisher's website
You're my quiet little cricket.
"The Very Quiet Cricket—the classic character known for his determination—celebrates the quiet strength, focus, and eventual sleepiness of your own little one!" --publisher's website
When I grow up I want to be me / Sandra Magsamen.
"I'll be anything I imagine I can be. I'll be happy with who I am and what I see. Every page of this inspirational book includes vibrant, full-color illustrations representing girls of different backgrounds. This beautiful ode to self-love encourages gir…
Good night, Miffy / Dick Bruna.
"It's almost bedtime for Miffy. what does she do before she goes to sleep?" --back cover
The riding lesson / Jennifer K. Mann.
"Frances adores horses and knows everything about them—at least she thinks she does. But when she arrives at her friend Mae’s house for her first horseback-riding lesson sporting a bike helmet and rain boots, Frances quickly discovers that she might not k…
Shoes off, please / by Helena Ku Rhee ; illustrated by Myo Yim.
"Mina’s mother is a seamstress who works from home and always keeps the cupboard full of snacks. Her friends like to gather at her house, but Mina hesitates to ask them to remove their shoes before entering. Mina loves most of the Korean traditions that s…
Iris shines / Stacy Ebert.
"Iris was born to be a star. She loved to sing and dance and act. She knew that one day her face would be on billboards all around the world! But it turns out there’s someone else in her house who wants a little time in the spotlight–her younger brother. …
This book is dangerous! / Ben Clanton
"Did the title just say that this book is dangerous? Jelly doesn’t do dangerous. Can you help Jelly find a way out? Just don’t move a muscle or make any loud noises, okay? And definitely DON’T touch anything! While everything seems to come sunny-side up …
Fluffy McWhiskers : Crunchazaur kaboom / explosions by Stephen W. Martin ; cuteness by Dan Tavis.
"Crunchazaur is hungry. Really, really hungry. In fact, he can’t seem to stop eating everyone he sees. When it looks like everyone in the city might be gobbled up by the kaiju monster, Fluffy McWhiskers and Potato are called to put an end to Crunchazaur’s…
Bright lights and summer nights / words by Shauntay Grant ; pictures by Zach Manbeck.
"Fireflies and mystic moon / Mystic moon and brilliant night / filled with friends and firelight. On a hot summer night, Mother Moon soothes a little star baby who won’t go to sleep. With her magic, she spins a warm, lyrical tale of friendship and fun: a …
Animal ABC / Jannie Ho.
"Learn the ABCs with bright pictures and a wide variety of friendly creature faces"--Provided by publisher.
Little dino / written by Diane Put ; illustrated by Rik De Wulf.
"The shell of the big blue dinosaur egg bursts open. “Here I am, Mommy!” cheers little Dino. But . . . where’s his mommy? Bravely, little Dino decides to go look for her. Along the way, he meets several different dinosaurs. Will you follow along and meet …
Flat Cat : the class pet / written by Tara Lazar ; illustrated by Pete Oswald.
"Flat Cat was born flat. He wasn’t squashed under the lunch lady’s rolling pin. He wasn’t smushed by an avalanche of library books. He was just flat. And most of the time, Flat Cat liked it just like that. Until one day, when Flat Cat, in the mood for a…
The wombats go wild for words / written by Beth Ferry ; illustrated by Lori Nichols.
"A trio of wandering wombats with a passion for words inspire an enthusiastic duckling to transform her town from dull to dazzling"--Provided by publisher.
The biggest dog in the book / Ben Lerwill, text ; Mark Chambers, artwork.
"From tiny Chihuahua Agnes who loves to burrow beneath cushions, to Holly the Collie, who loves chasing her tail; from Popcorn the Beagle with the very waggly tail, to Poncho the friendly Dalmatian, this book contains a pack of adorable dogs"--Provided by…
Max and Mama / Laura Numeroff ; illustrated by Masha Sudovykh.
Max and Mama are spending the day together! A delicious breakfast, a game of hide-and-seek, and a picnic at the park. But as they ride their bikes home, one of Max’s training wheels falls off--suddenly, this special day has a whole new adventure for Max a…
Peppa Pig and the wedding day
"Mr. Bull is getting married to Mrs. Cow, and the whole town is excited! Peppa is very happy she’ll be a bridesmaid, even if she doesn’t know what that is. But weddings need a cake, a dress, and rings—and this celebration is tomorrow! How will everything …
I spy ocean animals / rhymes by Dan & Dave Marzollo ; photographs by Walter Wick.
See the picture, hear the clue, I spy ocean animals is just for you!
Shiny snow machines / Tony Mitton ; Ant Parker.
"Shiny Snow Machines follows Bird, Mouse, and Rabbit as they wrap up warm and explore things that go in the snow! Each page is filled with details that machine-mad kids will love including zambonis, ice trucks, snow-making machines, snowgliders, and much …
Teddy's ABC : a first alphabet book.
"Babies will love to meet Teddy and his felt friends in this colorful alphabet book full of exciting things to touch and feel." --back cover
Fire pups to the rescue / Lisa Desimini.
"When the fire alarm rings, everyone at the firehouse gets ready—especially the Fire Pups. With their keen sense of smell and sharp eyesight, these adorable Dalmatian heroes are prepared to protect a family and save the day! The...interactive text calls o…
How to spot a mermaid / by Jane Yolen ; illustrated by Sally Deng.
"Would you like to spot a mermaid? If so, you will need a few supplies and a great deal of patience. As we learn in these informative illustrated pages, mermaids are very shy and do not make friends easily. But if you find a place near the water, sit ver…
More or less / written by Alison Hughes ; illustrated by Oge Mora.
"What if less could be more? A child’s bedroom, and the rest of his house, has become cluttered with stuff. But when one small act of giving something away sparks joy, he keeps going—and before you know it, his little sister, friends, and family get invo…
What to do when you're not sure what to do / by Davina Bell ; illustrated by Hilary Jean Tapper.
"Just take the first step. A smile can make somebody’s day. Make the leap. Sweet and spare lines of loving guidance offer instructions on how to live, paired with touching illustrations that invite readers to imagine the story behind the advice." --publis…
I, rock : a geology tale / words by Katie Slivensky ; pictures by Steph Stilwell.
"Rock tells his sensational, sometimes harrowing, sometimes hilarious, geological tale to a group of eager students. From his humble beginnings beneath Earth’s crust, to a volcano blast that propelled him onto land, to the storms and earthquakes and dinos…
Take a breath, Big Red Monster! / by Ed Emberley.
"Big Red Monster is angry! Turning the pages reveals colorful illustrations of different parts of the cranky creature’s face—from two mean green eyes to a big thundery loud mouth—as he gets increasingly upset. We can help him calm down by taking deep brea…
Quill the forest keeper / Marije Tolman ; translated by David Colmer.
"'Long, long ago it was so busy. Nobody had time to stop for a moment. Everything and everyone had to be higher, faster, further, bigger, prettier, more!' Thus begins Grandpa Hedgehog's story of the Rush Era. A time not so different from our own, where ev…
Alice alone / by Jessica Shaw ; illustrated by Olga Herrera.
"Alice has a BIG family. She has four older brothers and four younger sisters, which puts Alice smack-dab, kerplunk, right in the middle. And sometimes, this middle child just wants to be alone! One day, Alice sneaks away from a family gathering. She love…
This is NOT a dinosaur! / Barry Timms ; Ged Adamson.
"This book is NOT about a dinosaur. Well . . . OK, maybe it is! But THIS dinosaur can become the most amazing things – a soccer player, explorer, pirate, deep-sea diver, and even a hairdresser. Join the fun and discover that having a dinosaur for a fri…
String ball / Chris Monroe.
"When a curious kitten encounters its young owner’s string ball craft project, an amazing adventure ensues! The kitten squeezes inside the ball and begins to roll . . . right out the open front door. Yikes! Kitten and ball encounter playful pups, pecking …
Surprise dinosaur! / words by Lucas Klauss ; pictures by Mike Moran.
"This is just a regular story about a nice town, and some kids who go to school, and some other people. It's not about a SURPRISE DINOSAUR who likes to show up when you least expect it! And it's not about a dinosaur who is SURPRISED when everyone gets sca…
Through sand and salt : a tale of discovery across the Sahara /  Elizabeth Zunon.
"In the Sahara, salt is worth its weight in gold. When Malik is finally old enough to join his father's caravan, transporting salt across the long trade route to Timbuktu, he can't wait to prove himself worthy of this big responsibility. Over the long an…
My first camping book / words by Stephanie and Jermy Puglisi ; pictures by Ekaterina Trukhan.
"Get ready for a cozy camping experience filled with gooey s'mores, fishing in a river, and the warmth of a crackling campfire. Toddlers and preschoolers will embark on a camping journey like no other. Follow along as they discover the joy of wandering in…
Rockets and other space machines / Jill McDonald
"Blast off! Young astronauts can explore rockets, rovers, space shuttles, and more....Told in easy-to-understand terms alongside bright illustrations of space machines and vehicles, this sturdy book makes learning easy for little ones and offers useful pr…
Today at school : with Yesterday and Tomorrow / words by Jessica Young ; art by Renée Kurilla.
"Yesterday and Tomorrow do everything together. Now that the first day of school is here, Yesterday and Tomorrow are unsure about what the day will bring! Until sure enough they discover the power of living in the present with the help of their new friend…
Everywhere you are / written by multi-Grammy Award-winning artist & songwriter, Victoria Monét ; with art by Alea Marley.
"From Grammy-award winning R&B superstar and songwriter Victoria Monét comes a lyrical picture book that's perfect for children with separation anxiety"--Provided by publisher.
My teacher is a dinosaur! / written by Bill Canterbury ; illustrated by Jeff Harter.
"It’s the wildest classroom ever with a T. rex teacher who decorates with dino-motivation, loves to roar, and sometimes gets a bit stompy! From crushing desks to very loud math lessons, this prehistoric teacher turns every school day into an adventure, i…
Zebra and Yak : the backwards alphabet book / Paul Friedrich.
"Are you ready to start the alphabet? Let’s go! Z is for Zebra. Confused? Zebra didn’t expect the alphabet to start with Z, either. Usually it starts with A is for Apple, B is for . . . something, then all the other letters, then Z. But today Apple was n…
Kente for Jojo / written by Bernard Mensah ; illustrated by Elizabeth Zunon.
"Kente is more than a cloth, it is a symbol of love. And the big brother in this story loves new baby Jojo so very much! Together, the family travels to pick out a special Kente for Jojo—it must be perfect. With some inspiration from a passing rainbow and…
On the first day of preschool / Tish Rabe ; illustrated by Summer Macon.
"On the first day of preschool, there are so many new things to do! From making friends to circle time to sharing snacks, there are lots of exciting firsts to look forward to. Set to the tune of 'The Twelve Days of Christmas,' this picture book is sure t…
All the dogs / Nicola Kent.
"Big dogs, small dogs, hardly there at all dogs. Two dogs, three dogs, always need a pee dogs!...[M]eet ALL the dogs. Which one is your favorite?" --Lernerbooks.com
Home is a wish / Julia Kuo.
"Sometimes we leave home in the mornings, in the evenings, or for much longer. But we always come back. Home becomes a wish when we move, when the new place isn’t the same. Everything might be different: the sounds, the smell, the people, the weather. B…
Happy together / written and illustrated by Chloe Douglass.
""Fox was beyond excited! Fifi, FrouFrou, and Fluffy were part of the coolest, wildest, most famous band EVER! So when Fox stumbled upon a chance to play with them, how could he not? They had MILLIONS of followers, and everyone loved them! When a mishap d…
Alberta and Little Red Riding Wolf / Margaret Sturton.
"A cautionary twist on the classic Red Riding Hood story. Alberta never does as she's told. But when she meets Red Riding Wolf in the wild and dangerous woods, she soon wishes she'd listened to her mother..." --publisher's website
The great zoo hullabaloo! / Mark Carthew ; illustrated by Anil Tortop.
"When Jess and Jack opened the gates to the Zoo, it was strangely deserted. Nobody said BOO! Can Jess and Jack discover the mystery of the missing animals?" --publisher's website
What's your favorite animal? / Eric Carle and friends.
"Everybody has a favorite animal. Some like little white dogs or big black cats or hoppy brown bunnies best. Others prefer squishy snails or tall giraffes or sleek black panthers. With beautiful illustrations and charming personal stories, 14 children's b…
My first book of hiking / words by Stephanie and Jeremy Puglisi ; pictures by Ekaterina Trukhan.
"[T]his board book with a built-in handle invites toddlers and preschoolers to discover the wonders of hiking in nature. Follow along as we lace up our sturdy hiking boots, strap on our backpacks, and set off on a trailblazing expedition. Through lush eve…
We're going on a bear hunt : pull, slide and play! / Michael Rosen ; Helen Oxenbruy.
"We're going on a bear hunt. We're going to catch a big one. Join in the fun of the bear hunt with the help of super-sturdy tabs to pull, sliders to push, and wheels to turn....Just swishy swashy through the long wavy grass, squelch squerch through the o…
Mrs. Wishy-Washy's farm / Joy Cowley ; illustrated by Elizabeth Fuller.
"Uh-oh. It’s wash day at the farm, and Mrs. Wishy-Washy won’t back down. She’s getting ready to rub and scrub all the animals, but Duck, Cow, and Pig won’t stand for it! It’s time to leave the farm for good. But when they get to the big city, things aren…
The froggies do not want to sleep / Adam Gustavson.
"It's bedtime for the froggies, but they do NOT want to sleep. It's much more fun to . . . ride their unicycles! dance underwater ballet! hold burping contests with strange alien life forms! The froggies' zany antics take them from bed to out space, befor…
I saw a bee / Rob Ramsden.
"A little boy is surprised when he discovers a bee. At first he is frightened and reacts aggressively, but soon he comes to understand and love his new friend." --publisher's website
Skunk! Skedaddle! / Petery Bently ; Laurie Stansfield.
"Nobody wants to be friends with a smelly skunk, but Sally is desperate to show the townspeople that she would never let off a stink around friends. When she bumps into the town robber, it’s time to show everyone how useful her stink can be!" --Lernerboo…
Where's Mommy Donkey? / Craig Smith and Katz Cowley.
Join Dinky Donkey as she looks for her mother, Mommy Donkey. Lift the colorful felt flaps to discover Mommy's hiding place and lead Dinky to her mother!" --back cover
Not scary, Jonathan! / Peter Carnavas ; illustrated by Amanda Francey.
"Jonathan loves to dress up and scare his family, but they insist that he is just not scary. What happens when Jonathan is too scary?" --publisher's website