Kids Picture Books
These picture books are new to our shelves in the last 30 days (most recent on top).
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"As Stompin’ Tom Connors says, "It’s the good old hockey game, the best game you can name." And in this charmingly illustrated book for all ages, the classic song played at hockey games around the world is imagined as a shinny game on an outdoor rink in t…
"Kitkatla always feels like home. She and her dzi'i (grandmother) travel there by fishing boat, and on the way Wałaas spots porpoises in the sparkling waves. Once they arrive, they stay with her da'as (auntie), and her mom comes too to join in the fun. T…
"For this judgy bunny, nothing's worse than a day at the beach. The sun? Too bright. That view of the blue sky and gleaming sand? Awful. Sand castles? Ugh. Ice cream? Yucky. Yep. Everything is TERRIBLE. It has to be, right? There's no way she could EVER …
"Spot a dancing pig, a bull in a scarf and a cat driving a tractor, and look for the little white mouse hiding on every page. This lively book is packed with sheep, pigs, cows and lots of farmyard animals to find, match, count and talk about." --Publisher…
"A young girl takes a walk in the forest with her grandfather and observes the animals, plants, growth, and marks of the seasons—a walk that parallels the journey her family took to put down roots and that shaped her life. Reflecting on the present, she l…
"Haneen’s Momma says that during Ramadan raindrops bring blessings and answer prayers. As they travel through the streets on a slow bus ride, rain drips down the window, and Haneen prays for new shoes and bright dresses–gifts she really, really wants to r…
"Baby's robot dog walks, barks, and does tricks using sensors that take in and analyze information. This STEM board book explores what a robot is, how it works, and how engineers design robots for work and play"--Provided by publisher.
"Some days seem just plain ordinary. But if you look a bit more closely, can you find something to celebrate? The world all around stretches deep out of view. And yet a whole universe lives within you." --Publisher's website.
"Bluey and Bingo know all about luuurve. Lift the flaps to reveal how they teach Dad to be romance!"--Back cover.
"On a bright spring day, WHITE Queen Anne’s lace waves in the breeze. BLUE bellflowers bask in the sun. Hummingbirds dive down into RED poppies, and a ladybug hurries down the fronds of a GREEN fern. Don’t trip on that PINK primrose peeking through the cr…
It all started with a glittery craft project. The next thing Tracy knows, a teeny-tiny unicorn has moved into her ear! The unicorn is load, messy-and rather rude. Tracy is willing to try anything to get rid of it... --Back cover.
"What does it mean to belong to two cultures? One little girl explores how she has come to be who she is. She traverses her rich heritage, beginning before she was even born, with her ancestors, and moving on to her parents, who bravely moved to a new cou…
"An act of kindness can be big or small. It could be as simple as holding the door open for someone, or checking in on a friend you haven’t heard from in a while. Reducing stress and anxiety, improving self-esteem, and boosting confidence are all examples…
"Jasmine prefers to blend in with the background. She peeks while others play and hides behind her big glasses. But when her grandpa reads stories to her at night, she dreams of adventure, and a new character—Action Jasmine—comes alive in her art. Action …
"Spring is here. The world is awake and abuzz, but one animal is still sleeping. Bear! When will he finally wake up from his slumber—and what sort of mood will he be in?" --Publisher's website.
"It’s bedtime in Soggy Hollow. But Bruce’s family of mice and geese would rather watch late-night monster movies than go to sleep. There are so many more fun things to do like . . . build model airplanes and eat ice cream. and keep up their correspondence…
"There is no dream too small. Children have a remarkable way of dreaming without limits. They dream about who they might become, the adventures they imagine while awake, and the extraordinary worlds they explore while they sleep. Those dreams-both conscio…
"What do you do when the rain pours, the thunder pounds, and your teacher cancels recess? Cam just might have the answer! Venture with Be the Bright Spot and see how he changes the day around at school... even for the classroom fish! Be the Bright Spot is…
![Twelve days of Spring / Sherri Maret and [illustrated by] Thomas Hilley.](https://secure.syndetics.com/index.aspx?isbn=9781493089246/lc.gif&client=cadlmi&type=unbound)
"Observe animals and celebrate wildlife in this seasonal twist and reimagined version of “The Twelve Days of Christmas.” In Twelve Days of Spring, each day reveals the wonders of wildlife and nature's vibrant transformations as we ease into spring." --Pub…
"An alligator jamboree, with all the letters—A through Z." --back cover
"TouchThinkLearn: ABC is an interactive board book with scooped-out die-cuts and raised elements that invites little readers to explore the letters of the alphabet in a whole new way." --Publisher's website.
"Dave the walrus loves everything about disco: the sparkling lights, the booming beats, and all the funky dance moves he’s eager to try. But when he finally gets his moment on the dance floor, things do not go well. Crashes, slips, and every kind of tumbl…
"Every night, a girl must help her dad, whose English is not as good as hers, make deliveries for their small family restaurant. Sitting next to him in the car, she studies a map and gives him directions in Cantonese. She helps him get to the places he ne…
"Crafted from the original bedtime song "Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star," and with sturdy board book pages, this is the perfect bedtime read for little sheepies who absolutely, positively refuse to go to bed!"--Publisher website.
"What would you do if the ant you were about to step on looked up and started talking? Would you stop and listen? That’s what happens in this...book. First composed as a song by a father-daughter team, this suprising conversation between a tiny ant and a …
"Gratitude can change your perspective of the world and is a state of mind that can be easily achieved. By noticing the positive aspects in life, young readers can strengthen relationships and improve your emotional and psychological wellbeing – making th…
"Do you see those ears? Whose ears are they? In this charming board book for the youngest of future readers, author-illustrator Kristina Jones uses textured black-and-white art to show familiar animals on a farm, including a goat and pig and ending with a…
"Meet Ava and her dads, THE MARVELOUS DOCTORS FOR MAGICAL CREATURES. Ava may not be a doctor herself yet, but she loves helping out, and has quite the talent for solving medical mysteries. Can she work out what's up with poor Glitterbug the unicorn amd ma…
"The grass has grown tall. Too tall. That means it’s…lawn-mowing day! Gear up with a cast of friendly animals as they get ready to snip, clip, and mow the lawn! And when the grass grows too tall again...they’ll be back for more!" --Publisher's website.
"Andrew loves plants, but he’s overwhelmed by the fancy plots in his neighborhood—too big, too tall, too much. With soil, seeds, water, and patience, Andrew’s tiny garden blooms into a size his neighbors may not understand, but that’s perfect for tiny le…
"Hello, sweet baby. Can you please hurry up and get here already? So begins this sweet love letter to a baby-to-be. Accompanied by adorable photos, this book speaks directly to the baby, anticipating all the moments they will have together—from walking to…
"Welcome to Acorn Wood, where tired Rabbit can't get to sleep. Can you help her find a quiet place to nap? Lift the flaps to find out!" --Publisher's website.
"When it’s time to sit, Squirrel tries her best. But sometimes her body just won’t rest. She learns some ways to manage her wiggles at story time. Short, rhyming text and colorful illustrations showcase different strategies for practicing how to sit still…
"From waking up and sliding on their knees to fading out of the spotlight as they get ready for their nighty night gig, join a diverse group of babies as they live it up rock ‘n’ roll style. This riff on the classic lullaby “Rock-A-Bye-Baby” follows the d…
"Meet Pizzasaurus, a dinosaur with a unique twist! While other dinosaurs are famous for their size, strength, or spikes, Pizzasaurus is known for his love of pizza. But what if Pizzasaurus’s friends are feeling a bit left out? Luckily, pizza is perfect f…
![The birthday : a big hedgehog and little hedgehog adventure / Britta Teckentrup ; [translated from German by Nicola Stuart].](https://secure.syndetics.com/index.aspx?isbn=9783791376431/lc.gif&client=cadlmi&type=unbound)
"It’s Little Hedgehog’s birthday, and they wake up full of excitement. But as the day goes on and no guests appear, disappointment begins to take hold. Has everyone forgotten? Where’s the party? In her signature warm and gentle style, Britta Teckentrup e…
"Join kids across the country as they go to school and thank each person that helps them during their day. Each page of this collection features a poem from a child to someone who helps them during their day. From bus drivers to custodians to librarians t…
![Beauty of letters : the most awesome, brilliant, and comprehensive alphabet book / Tom Schamp; [translated by Florian Duijsens]](https://secure.syndetics.com/index.aspx?isbn=9783791376424/lc.gif&client=cadlmi&type=unbound)
"In this vibrant and wildly imaginative alphabet book, bestselling author and illustrator Tom Schamp invites readers to explore Letterland, a place where every letter leads to a world of playful discovery. But this isn’t just an ABC book—it’s a colorful, …
"A little stray dog wanders the streets alone, afraid of everything he comes across—loud city noises, getting caught in the cold rain, and bigger dogs that fight for scraps. He doesn’t like it! And he especially doesn’t like it when he gets caught by ani…
"This playful board book engages children with simple prompts that encourage movement, mindfulness, and curiosity as they discover everything from their wiggly toes to their button nose. With eye-catching illustrations and fun activities on every page, k…
"Pete the badger is enjoying himself, head stuck in a book about jams and jellies, when his peace is interrupted by a teeny tiny fly. The fly becomes a swarm and soon enough, all the animals in the woods are distressed. Pete and the animals make a unani…
"The Rabbit Residence is a five‑story apartment building with twenty‑five homes inside. That means this one picture book actually has over twenty‑five stories, each featuring delightful rabbit residents. Today, a new rabbit family is moving in, which is t…
"A is for a big-mouthed dog that goes arf. B is for the boing boing boing of three Smushkins riding bouncing balls. Look, there are some Smushkins at the door (ding-dong)! In a Smushkin’s world, crackers are tasty (nom nom), log cars are speedy (vroom), a…
"Everyone’s favorite hungry bear is back! This time Bear discovers a van full of donuts—YUM! Bear climbs in the van, but the unsuspecting donut man doesn’t see what’s going on. Until… he looks in his rear view mirror, and OMG!!! What should a donut man do…
"Grownups say they’re harmless, but kids know the truth: vegetables are dangerous! Deep in the dark of the refrigerator, they make their devious plans. Spinach will try to smother you. The radishes are ready to rumble. The kale is clutching cutlery. And…
"Introduce little ones to the world of poetry with The Very Hungry Caterpillar. Featuring twelve original poems about animals, the weather, bedtime, and more, this special collection is made complete with Eric Carle's beloved artwork"--Back cover.
"Eco, the little electric taxi, and his driver, Charlie, work day and night—helping people get where they need to go. On the way to a school drop-off, Eco and Charlie find themselves stuck in a huge traffic jam—there are ducks stranded in the middle of th…
"When Smushkins shake a brilliant autumn tree, what do they get? A massive pile of red leaves to jump into! When a Smushkin twirls some cotton candy at the fair, what comes next? A cloud of pink! In a Smushkin’s world, dogs dig up bones in white snow, pai…
"Squish! Squoosh! Squash! It’s raining, but that’s OK, because rain means that spring is here! Baby and a best buddy love to be outside, enjoying the tulips and daffodils, the leaves on the trees, the butterflies and bumblebees. Look, there’s a bunny hopp…
"Get ready to meet Barbara the beetle and Derek the squirrel who (through the power of poo) help a wise-cracking seed turn into a handsome tree . . . and become a wonderful book! And GUESS WHAT? That book is the very same book that you’re holding right no…
"Percy the park keeper is hiding Easter eggs around the park for the bunnies to find. But will there be enough for everyone? Count along with Percy and his friends as they discover the hidden treats in this rhyming story that is a delight to read aloud"--…
"From ANKYLOSAURUS to ZHEJIANGOPTERUS, dinosaur fans will be roaring with delight as they meet the dinosaurs and practice the alphabet along the way. Includes rhyming text, phonetic spellings, and the beloved dinosaur art from the bestselling series!"-- P…
"It was spring. Rabbit’s season to shine. But this year, Frog was taking over. He had always wanted to be just like Rabbit. He already had the hops, and the rest he could learn with the help of his friends. But when disaster strikes, Frog must decide who …
"Chase has his paws full during the upcoming Adventure Bay Bike Race. Luckily, he has a new rescue center and a team of Safety Pups to help keep the riders on track. But will two well-meaning robots ruin the day?" --Publisher's website.
"She glanced down... her ten toes reminded her to keep moving in the right direction: forward. Always forward. It's Dream Big Week at school! Everyone is excited to share their dreams for the future -- except Charley. She has no idea what she wants for he…
"From sunrise to sunset, Animal Adventures: Day in the Bay introduces curious little readers to the daily lives of coastal creatures—crabs, seagulls, seals, and more—through captivating photographs and gentle, rhythmic storytelling. As they follow the ani…
This book "joyfully observes the power of the natural world as only Mary Oliver can....Goldfinches fills the reader with wonder for the beauty around them and gratitude for the ability to bear witness to it"--Publisher website.
"In this silly primer for the future, combinations of new words and phrases lead readers to unexpected outcomes"--Provided by publisher.
"Your favourite little owl is back, and this time she’s ready to discover the wonders of winter weather, from twinkling icicles to the first snowflake of the season. Little ones will love joining in with the WOWs, as the owl's tree fills up with more and …
"Everyone says NO sometimes. Bartleby says, “I prefer not to.” He says it a lot. Bartleby does things his own way, in his own time. And that's what makes him extraordinary." --Publisher's website.
"Dig holes in the autumn soil. Drop the flower bulbs in one by one. Cover them with dirt. Come spring, the bulbs will flower! In this lushly illustrated story that celebrates life and growing up, a parent and child plant a garden to see how tiny bulbs bl…
"Hedgehog can’t wait to be big enough to report the news like his dad does. So when he notices that a baby owl has fallen out of a tree and is in serious trouble, Hedgehog doesn’t hesitate to spring into action! But can a little hedgehog like him save the…
"What’s a fortune teller to do when she’s dropped on the ground half-finished when the bell rings to mark the end of recess? Make friends and save the day, that’s what! In this hilarious graphic novel-style picture book, Forty the Fortune Teller, along wi…
"Fuzzy Duckling learns to count and explores a busy farm!...Early one morning, a small fuzzy duckling goes for a walk around the farm. Who will he meet along the way? Two frisky colts, three baby calves. . . ." --publisher's website
"Who wouldn't want to be a unicorn? The stars of Phoebe and Her Unicorn celebrate the magical and enchanting world of being a unicorn in this charming board book." --back cover
"Tell your littlest unicorn just how unique, divine, and magical they are with this book of affirmations!...There is no one quite like you! You are a very special unicorn. You are an Afro Unicorn! This empowering board book...[features] Black and Brown u…
"On Josephine's walk, she pokes her nose into the blue and her hooves into the green. She plays games with clouds and makes rings in water. The world is filled with wonder!"--Back cover.
"Who lives beside the monkeys, swinging through the trees? It's someone slow and sleepy... a sloth who hangs with ease! Play hide-and-seek with The Very Hungry Caterpillar in this interactive board book with indented trails for fingers to follow, and flap…
"Neville was a penguin known for being somewhat of a risk-taker. He was brave, bold, and beloved by all. Until the day he was eaten by a whale. Or so it seemed . . . because that was only the beginning of the story. This delightful―and daring―tale is a co…
"Everyone knows that Bob is the biggest, strongest, and smartest bear in the world . . . because he tells them so, over and over again. No one can question him because Bob does all the talking. That is, until the day Bill comes along. Bill isn’t big or st…
"A fun collection of illustrations for young readers featuring things that toddlers might see on a hiking adventure or time spent outdoors in nature. Little ones will get a kick out spotting animal tracks, seeing eggs in a bird’s nest, scrambling over roc…
"Fickle weather makes for an uncertain yet hopeful changing of the seasons"--Provided by publisher.
"Nothing makes Pia happier than playing secret agents with her brother, Charlie. Until . . . an unexpected stumble . . . Did she just ruin the game?! Her body freezes. Her heart pounds. All the feelings in her body start bubbling up, and she explodes. Pi…
"It's April 22, and Lion and his friends want to plant trees, recycle bottles, and have fun on Earth Day. But not Monkey. He wants to celebrate his birthday. Can he convince the other animals that it really is his birthday? Violet Kim's humorous artwork, …
"See Maleficent’s rise and fall from her point of view as she tells her story, featuring her trusty sidekick the Raven, as well as her foes, Princess Aurora and Prince Phillip." --publisher's website
"Poor Fox has lost his socks! How will he get dressed without them? Are they under the stairs... in the cupboard... under the mat? Lift the flaps and find out!" --Amazon.com
"Simple, engaging rhymes will inspire little ones to jump, run, and explore the limitless possibilities of their imagination in this energizing ode to movement by award-winning author Carole Boston Weatherford." --Amazon.com
"Open the door to meet a googly-eyed gang of creatures who realllllly need to go. Your child will love telling their first jokes and making their friends and family laugh!" --Publisher's website.