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

Twelve days of autumn / Sherri Maret and Thomas Hilley.
"In this reimagined version of "The Twelve Days of Christmas," wildlife is observed during Autumn"-- Provided by publisher.
Season of light / written by Jess Redman ; illustrated by Ramona Kaulitzki.
"We come to the stable, visit the manger. We are the angels singing out, 'Glory!' This is a season of faith. A time to hear and believe. From paper snowflakes to silver bells, reindeer to wise men, Christmas is a season of joy and song, giving and servin…
Dear Acorn (Love, Oak) : letter poems / by Joyce Sidman ; illustrated by Melissa Sweet.
"Told through letters, these poems reveal the everyday conversations between 'big' and 'little' objects in our ecosystem, revealing how different perspectives also have common threads that connect each"--Provided by publisher.
Little seasons : autumn leaves / Mirka Hokkanen, Mirka Hokkanen.
"Discover how much leaves can do! When autumn arrives, it's time for many leaves to transform! Leaves come in all shapes and sizes, and so do their jobs. With lots of facts, humor, and two kid-friendly experiments, Little Seasons : Autumn Leaves is the pe…
Zombie and Brain are friends / Stephanie V.W. Lucianovic ; Laan Cham.
"Zombie in Love meets Gustavo, the Shy Ghost in this story about a young zombie who must decide: Are brains friends ... or food? Zeb comes from a family of farmers-zombie farmers. Each week they pickle, bake, fry, and sell their grain-fed, free-range brai…
Bud finds her gift / written by Robin Wall Kimmerer ; illustrated by Naoko Stoop.
"When young Bud sees people bustling around, intent on their chores and their screens, she is certain they must be doing important things—and she wants to be included. But wise Nokomis, her grandmother, shows her that there is a different way to find belo…
If you're spooky and you know it / by Aly Fronis ; illustrated by Jannie Ho.
"The monsters in the book all want to show how spooky they are! This board book is shaped like a pumpkin and filled with spooky skeletons clapping hands, wicked witches stomping feet, hairy werewolves jumping up and down, sneaky vampires nodding heads, na…
Old MacPumpkin had a farm / written by Katrina Charman ; illustrated by Georgie Birkett.
"Old MacPumpkin had a farm. Eek! Ahh! Eek! Ahh! Ohhh! And on that farm she had - a cat, a bat, a spider, a skeleton, a witch, a ghost and a MONSTER! Old MacPumpkin is too busy taking care of the farm animals to notice, until - Knock! Knock! Who's that at …
Murray's Howl-o-ween / by E.G. Keller.
"Murray loves the smells, sidewalks, and hydrants of his city neighborhood—which is why he isn’t looking forward to a trip to some awful place called . . . The Country. Away from the comforting familiarity of home, he comes nose-to-nose with strange thin…
Beverley, bat your service / Kelly Collier.
"Beverley the Bat loves having guests. He has a big old house, perfect for entertaining. And he always makes sure there are planety of snacks, just in case anyone stops by. Sadly, no one ever does. Then one day a human family moves in. Luckily, Beverley h…
Migrating birds : a colors book / by Chloe Goodhart ; illustrated by Gareth Lucas.
"From the purple finch to the indigo bunting, kids will explore some of the most popular migrating birds nature has to offer while learning their unique colors, too!" -publisher's website
The cookie vote / by Margaret McNamara & Daniel Bernstrom ; illustrated by G. Brian Karas.
"Mr. Tiffin’s students are learning how a bill can become a law and are eagerly brainstorming ideas to make their state a better place. Mr. Tiffin announces that whoever has the best idea will have the opportunity to present their bill to Representative N…
Millie Fleur saves the night / Christy Mandin.
"Garden Glen was afraid of the dark. Each night when the sun went down, all the lights in town turned on. The houses shone like the noon sun. Every house except for Millie Fleur La Fae's, of course. Millie Fleur knows there are enchanting things that can …
The pink pajamas : a story about love and loss / Charlene Chua.
"There are many ways of saying, 'I love you.' For Ah Yi, it’s with her sewing machine, making extra soft, perfectly tailored pajamas for her niece. The little girl loves each pair, except the latest one which is pink, her least favorite color. She keeps a…
Evelyn Witch gets a pet / Beth Ferry ; illustrated by Charles Santoso.
"Evelyn Witch has everything a witch needs. Messy hair, bubbling potions, and perfectly carved pumpkins. But there’s something missing… A pet! Perhaps she’ll get a bat or a griffin, or— Oh. She can only afford the mystery pet: a plain white egg. She wat…
Consider the birds / written by Jennifer Grant ; illustrated by Julianna Swaney.
"On a spring day at the birdfeeder, ONE blue jay dives down from way up high, shouting: “Eat! Eat! Eat!” TWO mourning doves scout for seeds on the ground. Next to swoop in are THREE tiny black-capped chickadees, ready for a bite. Then we spot FOUR little …
Recess / Lane Smith.
"School is where you go to learn. It is fun. But sometimes you need a little break from all the fun. That is why there is recess. But what if it’s not recess time? No problem! You can have a Now Recess, a Really-Need-a-Break Recess, a Wherever-You-Are Re…
When autumn comes / Ekaterina Trukhan.
"When autumn comes . . . the wind is blowing, the leaves are falling, and the groundhog is snuggling down to sleep. And one little girl is celebrating every magical moment." --back cover
Baby's first birthday / Cheryl Orsini.
"Three cheers! Let's make a wish. Happy birthday, baby. Share in the delight of baby's very first birthday." --back cover
When night comes calling / by Cynthia Schumerth ; illustrated by Sheryl Murray.
"When two siblings head outdoors on a nighttime hike, they experience the awe-inspiring wonders that take place in the natural world when most people are sleeping. From the night sky with its glorious celestial displays to the nocturnal insects and anima…
Dragons love underpants / Claire Freedman & Ben Cort.
"With flaming holes in their undies, a pack of pant-loving dragons embark on a knicker-nicking adventure through the Kingdom of Pantasia"--Publisher's website.
Stick and Stone / Beth Ferry ; Tom Lichtenheld.
"When Stick rescues Stone from a prickly situation with Pinecone, a friendship is born. But when Stick gets stuck, can Stone return the favor?" --publisher's website
The mushroom of doom! / words by Becky Davies ; art by Thomas Elliott.
Mushroom is having a bad day . . . okay, maybe that's an understatement. Mushroom is having the worst day EVER. First, he's not picked to go on the pizza (and Pineapple is chosen instead of him—can you believe it?! PINEAPPLE!). Then, Milk spills all over …
The pine cone's secret : a life cycle poem / words by Hannah Barnaby ; pictures by Cédric Abt.
"A sequel to The Pumpkin Seed's Secret, this cozy life cycle picture book will show the reader all the things a pinecone seed can be, including a Christmas tree! In this rhyming life cycle picture book, a pine cone becomes something new with each turn of …
Little lion girl / written by Olivia Hope ; illustrated by Fiona Woodcock.
"Leonie and her mother are off to the big city! Inspired by the people, sights and sounds, Leonie can't wait to discover it all. Her mother tells her to stay close, but there's SO much to see. And surely nothing can scare a brave lion girl, can it?" --Pub…
A house full of animals / written by Fatemeh Amiratashani ; illustrated by Ghazaleh Bigdelou.
"When Mom needs to get a bit of work done, her little girl is excited to have some time to play. As she invites a few special friends to join her for a snack, what starts as an ordinary afternoon quickly transforms into an extraordinary adventure. In this…
Sunflower seeds / Ellen Heck.
"How does an enormous yellow sunflower grow from a tiny striped seed? The kids in Ms. B’s class find out through this exciting spring project. Come see the process from one eager child’s point of view as dusty seeds planted in cups by the windowsill face …
A is for Arab / Aya Mobaydeen.
"Discover the ABCs with a journey through the vibrant culture of the Arab world in A is for Arab, a bright joyful early concept board book. From 'P for Palestine' to 'H for Habibi', 'S for Sitti', and 'J for Jiddo', each page introduces young readers to b…
Good night, ninjas : (board book) / Sanae Ishida.
"It's bedtime for Little Kunoichi the Ninja Girl, but she and her pet rabbit aren't ready to go to sleep. After all, ninjas don't go to bed! Ninjas twirl, climb, and jump! They sneak treats, have a ninja pajama fashion show, and read stories about magical…
Try again, Stitch! : toothbrushes are for teeth! / written by Annie Auerbach ; illustrated by Jerrod Maruyama ; designed by David Roe.
"Toddlers will love joining their favorite blue alien on his hilariously chaotic journey to master the art of brushing his teeth. With Lilo by his side patiently displaying the correct way to do it, Stitch tries, fumbles, and tries again to get every step…
The blue velvet chair / words by Rio Cortez ; pictures by Aaron Marin.
"n the morning, a young child opens her eyes, and, after one biiiiig streeeeetch, heads straight for her favorite place in the house: the blue velvet chair. Perched from the chair set by the living room window, the child daydreams about each season of the…
Arco's little house / by Jess Fogel.
"Arco the fox loves his little house. But when new neighbors with huge homes start to move into the area, Arco begins to feel the need to build his house bigger and grander, too. But is that what will actually make him happy?...Jess Fogel tells a gentle s…
Chuseok : a good harvest festival / Grace Habib.
"Introduce little ones to Chuseok....Children can see a Korean family come together and celebrate the holiday with offerings, songpyeon rice cakes, games, and more. This irresistible board book is sure to delight and inform, serving both as a mirror and a…
Cat's first Halloween / Natalie Nelson.
"We sneak. We peek. We prowl . . . and we yowl! It’s spooky season, and Cat is ready to show Baby everything he knows about it. Pumpkins are smiling, treats are everywhere . . . and curiously, a ladybug and a dinosaur show up at the door. Celebrate Hallo…
Upside down animals / by Danielle McLean ; illustrated by Matt Hunt.
"A clever book of animal transformations! Each image transforms when the book is flipped upside down....Watch a monkey climb high and then swing low; a duck float above the water and then dive into the water; and a cat leap and then fall fast asleep." --p…
Dancing with water / written by Gwendolyn Wallace ; illustrated by Tonya Engel.
"As soon as Kit’s old enough to ride in Grandpa’s truck, they begin joining him to dig wells for their community. Grandpa is magic. He can feel the weather in his bones, and he’s able to dance with water. With just a tree branch in his hand, Grandpa sways…
CeeCee : underground railroad Cinderella / Shana Keller ; illustrated by Laura Freeman.
"In this retelling of the Cinderella story, CeeCee is an enslaved girl who longs to read, so she teaches herself. But nobody can know or she’ll be punished. CeeCee does chores assigned by the woman of the house and takes care of two taunting young girls.…
Breathe in, breathe out : a calming sensory book / by Dori Elys ; illustrated by Laura Roode.
"Scoot close, little one, let’s sit side by side. It’s time to unwind. It’s time to calm our minds. Little ones can relax and wind down with this gentle book that feels like a warm hug after a long day with interactive elements on each page including cri…
Capybara bubble tea : a cup of happy / Helen H. Wu.
"A whimsical adventure of creativity and teamwork as capybara friends explore bubble tea and celebrate life’s simple joys. Join Capy, Cali, and Cavin, three curious and adorable capybara friends from the peaceful planet Capyzenia, on a whimsical Earth ad…
Bizzy Bear : airplane pilot / Benji Davies.
"Prepare for takeoff! Join Bizzy Bear for an airplane ride through the clouds in this sturdy book with sliders and tabs to push and pull. Perfect for kids to bring along on a trip!"--Back cover
Time for school, Mouse! / by Laura Numeroff ; illustrated by Felicia Bond.
"In this board book, Mouse searches high and low for his homework, finding lots of other things in the process. Time for School, Mouse! teaches kids new words while celebrating the fun of going to school!" --publisher's website
C is for cats / Greg Paprocki.
"A fun collection of illustrations for young readers featuring various personalities and CATittudes found in pet cats of all colors, shapes, and sizes that toddlers might see in their own homes, those of family and friends, or on TV. Little ones will get …
Who's digging?  / words by Katrina Moore ; pictures by Benson Shum.
"Big jobs for little babies! Construction workers dig. Farmers dig. Paleontologists dig. And so do babies!" --Back cover.
The invisible parade / Leigh Bardugo ; illustrated by John Picacio.
"Everyone in the neighborhood was getting ready for the party. Everyone knew somebody on the guest list . . . This was the day the dead returned. There’s a party tonight, but Cala doesn’t want to go. While her family prepares for the celebration, Cala gr…
First friends. Colors /  Mk Smith Despres, Libby Burns
"It’s time to head outside to play and look at the colors around us! There’s a red slide, black ants marching across the sand, and even brown mud pies. What other colors can you spot?" --Publisher's website.
The slightly spooky tale of Fox and Mole / Cecilia Heikkilä
"Fox and Mole live alone on a headland, in two houses, side by side. Mole is carefree and self-centred. Fox is responsible and self-sacrificing. As autumn draws in, the friends read a spooky story together (that Mole keeps interrupting) about a racoon wh…
Rose signs please and thank you! / Rose Ayling-Ellis
"Join Rose and Kitten Casper in this special story for 0-5 year olds and learn to sign along the way. Every page shows Baby Rose introducing a new, essential sign to her Kitten Casper, with a simple step-by-step demonstration for young readers to follow a…
Just go to bed / by Mercer Mayer.
"Little Critter is not looking forward to bedtime. Whether it's time for him to stop playing and take a bath, or making a fuss about getting into his jammies, both parents and children alike will relate to this beloved story. A great way to introduce chil…
In the autumn forest / Daniela Kulot ; translated by Elisabeth Lauffer.
"When a storm is imminent, the animals debate whether something bad is brewing or not. Fox feels it. Crow sees it. And Mouse listens. But Squirrel insists there's no need to panic. What happens when the sky clouds over and the wind whips across the land?…
All that you are / Smriti Prasadam-Halls ; Chaaya Prabhat.
"You are unending sunshine. You are dazzlingly whole. This joyful, uplifting picture book about home and heritage celebrates multiracial children and the unique family stories that shape us all. You are your mother’s bright eyes and her joyful wide grin, …
Ada and the goat / Heidi Aubrey.
"When Ada leaves town and moves into a fixer-upper cottage on a hill, she can’t wait to settle into a life of peace and quiet. She’ll wear a soft gray coat and grow perfect red apples, and everything will be just so. Yet Ada’s lovely plans are soon dashed…
There's a dinosaur in your book / written by Tom Fletcher.
"A bored little dinosaur is stomping around in your book… and she’s making lots of noise! Can you help her find some friends to play with? But make sure to keep everyone quiet or we might wake up… the BIG DINOSAUR!" --Publisher's website.
Snoopy, the story of my life : the myth, the legend, the Beagle! / by Andrew Farago ; inspirted by the comic strip Peanuts by Charles M. Schulz.
Snoopy relays everything there is to know about the World's Most Beloved Beagle in this charming and thorough picture book memoir sure to delight fans old and new! "[Snoopy] can do anything. He drives a Zamboni. He's an attorney. He's a World War I flying…
Parts of us / Shannon Hale, LeUyen Pham.
"Whether you're long-tailed or short-tailed, furry or feathered, taloned or tentacled, you are just right. From head to toe and horn to tail, join Kitty and Unicorn - alongside Gecko, Parakeet, and a new Octopus friend - as they demonstrate, with humor an…
Tree / Isabel Otter ; illustrated by David Semple.
This interactive book for children ages 2-5 features layered die-cut pages throughout to introduce toddlers to the life cycle of an apple tree throughout the year. Children ages 2-5 can learn all about how an apple tree grows and changes throughout the ye…
Rose signs how do you feel? / Rose Ayling-Ellis
"In Rose Signs How Do You Feel?, Baby Rose and Kitten Casper explore a variety of different feelings, and how to communicate them. Join Rose and Casper on this roller coaster of emotions and learn to sign along the way. Whether children need to or want to…
How the forest feels : sensory play nature's way / Wendi Silvano, Mirka Hokkanen.
"A boy and his grandfather travel through a scenic forest on a sensory adventure written in soothing rhyme. Everywhere they look, there are fascinating things to see and feel. The boy is naturally curious… and in the woods, it’s okay to touch! Some things…
All the Hulk feels / Dan Santat
"When scientist Bruce Banner starts to feel his emotions getting out of hand, he transforms into his alter ego, the Incredible Hulk! Usually, Hulk is ready to use his anger to smash supervillains, but when everyday moments like pickles on a burger (yuck!)…
Bluey : bad mood
"Bingo is in a bad mood and begins to cause chaos in the Heeler house! Can Bluey and Mum cheer Bingo up? Read along to find out!"--Proided by publisher
A monstrous bedtime / Kerilynn Wilson.
"Bedtime routines are important for a good night's sleep--even for the monster under your bed"--Provided by publisher.
Lights at night / written by Tasha Hilderman ; illustrated by Maggie Zeng.
"It is dark . . . until street lamps turn on, one, two, three. Red light, green light, yellow light--then, suddenly, lightning strikes! Our porch light guides us home, and while we sleep, the stars of the spring sky emerge, along with new babies, their fa…
I am a force of nature / Carolyn Kanjuro ; Illustrations by Alexander Vidal.
"Empower kids to explore the world inside themselves and let their imaginations take flight! You are COLORFUL like a Rainbow after a storm. You are BRAVE as a Butterfly spreading its wings. You are a force of nature. This board book encourages kids...to…
One little egg : exploring nature for curious kids / by Becky Davies ; illustrated by Charlotte Pepper.
"Children will love to learn about how a beautiful bird emerges from each little egg. They’ll read about what makes each bird unique, where to find them, and even learn how to make a birdhouse of their own to invite birds into their yard for a closer look…
How to draw a tree / story by David LaRochelle ; illustrations by Colleen Muske.
"The key to drawing a tree—or anything, for that matter—is to understand your subject. How do you get to know a tree? Go outside and use all your senses! This lyrical book encourages readers of all ages to get out into nature and explore....How to Draw a…
Over in the meadow / John Langstaff ; with pictures by Feodor Rojankovsky.
A retelling of an old rhyme about meadow animals and their activities.
Stemosaurus / by Andrew Root ; illustrated by Mark Chambers.
"Meet Spike the Stemosaurus: he’s curious, great with numbers, and about to save the day! Not everyone has heard of Spike, the Stemosaurus. Unlike the other dinosaurs, he’s small, quiet, and rather weak. But Spike has boundless curiosity. He loves math, …
Time to play baseball! / by Nick Healy ; illustrated by Leo Aquino.
Through the ups and downs of a baseball game, a young athlete learns about teamwork, sportsmanship, and resilience.
Peekaboo car / Camilla Reid ; illustrated by Ingela P. Arrhenius.
"Vehicle-themed new title! A new vehicle-themed title in the hit novelty series with multiple sliders! Easy-to-use peekaboo sliders, a funny rhyming text and surprise mirror ending combine in this stylish and interactive board book for babies and toddlers…
Bluey and Bingo's book of scary things / Charlie Moon.
"From kreepy krawlies in the pool, to Dad eating the last ice block, every day is filled with surprises for Bluey and Bingo! Find out all the ways the Heelers have a screaming good time in this lift-the-flap board book that's perfect for Bluey fans!" --Pu…
When fall comes / Aimée M. Bissonette ; illustrated by Erin Hourigan.
"In the fall months, silver-red salmon fight their way up rushing streams, returning to the places they were born. Mud flats fill with feeding shorebirds migrating for the winter. And larch and aspen trees change from green to gold." --book jacket (standa…