Kids Picture Books

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Good morning, space / Linda Bondestam ; translated from the Swedish by A.A. Prime.
Wake up, Mommy and Daddy! The sun is rising, the stars are shining, and friends all over the universe are jumping out of bed to greet the day. Snoring aliens, parties on rocket ships, and interstellar bath time--it's a brand-new day in outer space! When S…
Are there hot dogs in heaven? / by Kathleen A. Barry, Ph.D. ; illustrations by Bill Hart.
"Four-year-old Kelly recently lost her dad. She confronts mom one day, wondering why her mom told her he's in Heaven, but her friends told her he's dead. Mom does her best to explain that Daddy's body is gone, but she believes his spirit is in Heaven. Kel…
Spread your wings / Emma Dodd.
"A small cockatoo and large cockatoo celebrate their unconditional love for each other in this sweet story full of gentle rhymes. Beloved children’s book creator Emma Dodd explores important themes of growing up and learning to be independent"--Publisher …
Can I tell you a secret? / written by Anna Kang ; illustrated by Christopher Weyant.
Monty the frog has a secret he wants share with you--he cannot swim!
Grandad's camper / Harry Woodgate.
"Gramps and Grandad were adventurers. They would surf, climb mountains, and tour the country in their amazing camper. Gramps just made everything extra special. But after Gramps died, granddad hasn't felt like traveling anymore. So, their amazing granddau…
Bluey. The decider / Penguin Young Readers Licenses.
"There’s a big rugby game tonight, and Lucky’s dad, Lucky, and Chucky are coming over to the Heeler house to watch it. But Chucky’s mom is supporting the opposing team. Can Chucky decide whose team he wants to be on? Read along to find out!"--Publisher we…
The bedtime Book / Todd Parr
"Animals are trying to fall asleep, but there are so many things to do before getting ready for bed."--Provided by publisher
And there was music / Marta Pantaleo ; translated by Debbie Bibo.
"Sara can't wait for Eid, the Muslim holiday celebrating the end of Ramadan. It's a wonderful holiday with festive decorations, special foods, and family and friends getting together. But Eid won't begin until the crescent moon is spotted" --publisher's w…
I will always be... / written by Rebecca Gardyn Levington ; illustrated by Rahele Jomepour Bell.
"A celebration of all the things children can be"--Provided by publisher.
Otto and the story tree / Vivien Mildenberger.
"Otto is a cranky old bird. He has mottled feathers because he rarely takes a bath. He never mops or dusts because he never has visitors. He lives in the dark because he never opens the windows. "Ack! What's the point?!" he says. But that begins to change…
Brave / Weshoyot Alvitre.
"Each morning, Dad brushes the knots from his son’s long hair to braid it. The boy winces at the tugging, and at school he’s teased for his braid. But he remembers the stories of how his father and grandpa were forced to cut their hair and forbidden from …
Little bird Laila / by Kelly Yang ; illustrated by Xindi Yan.
"Laila knows how clever, kind, and funny her Mama and Baba are—but sometimes they need her help translating things from English. With English classes being too expensive, Laila decides to become her parents' teacher, even though she’s just learning the la…
Rocks' journey / Sally M. Walker ; illustrated by Kim Smith.
"Mighty mountains here and there are slowly changing everywhere. What will they become?...[Readers] can watch how rocks erode from huge boulders to tiny grains of sand in this story of nature in action." --back cover
Minecraft. Where's the zombie? : and other mobs.
"Look carefully! Zombies could be hiding anywhere! This full-color activity book is perfect for Minecraft fans of all ages to find hidden mobs and more throughout its intricately illustrated pages! Find the hidden creepers, llamas, villagers—and ZOMBIES…
Changing tides / by Júlia Moscardó.
"When Theo and his mother become part of Lula’s family, Lula isn’t sure what to expect. She’s never had a big brother before. On vacation at the beach, the new siblings make a sandcastle and slowly learn to trust each other as they work together. But when…
Hazel the handful / Jamie Michalak ; illustrated by Matt Myers.
"Follow the adorable puppy Hazel through a typical day at home, where she rules the roost. Check out the dozens of toys, the nifty stroller, the comfy places to take her (many) naps, the various tasty snacks, and most of all, lots of quality time with her…
Hannah and the wrong note / written by Shane Goth ; illustrated by Sara Gagnon-Dumont.
"When Hannah plays piano, music dances in the air. Her notes line up and hold hands, stand straight and spin. They keep perfect pitch and a steady tempo. And Hannah, elegant and serious, dreams of becoming a famous musician. For her school concert, Hanna…
First joys / by Véronique Joffre.
"Playing, loving, cuddling, growing up, and discovering the world… A little one’s life is full of joyous moments! Thisboard book showcases a few of those special moments and how they may be paralleled by animals and humans. Simple joys like taking a bath,…
Hug machine / by Scott Campbell.
"Watch out, here comes The Hug Machine! Whether you are big, or small, or square, or long, or spikey, or soft, no one can resist his unbelievable hugs!" --back cover
The peddler of puddles / by Beth Ferry and Tom Lichtenheld.
"The Peddler travels the countryside making perfect puddles for all his forest friends. Puddles that delight ducks, refresh frogs, and satisfy even the thirstiest hummingbird. But being constantly on the go can be lonely, and it's not until his friends st…
Midnight motorbike / written by Maureen Shay Tajsar ; illustrated by Ishita Jain.
"On a night too hot to sleep, Amma takes her daughter on a magical, moonlit motorbike ride through South India. In this lush mother-daughter nighttime adventure through the jungles of southern India...Maureen Shay Tajsar enchants the reader with all five…
I need pants! / written by Susan Sweet ; illustrated by Cailin Doherty.
"Fish wishes for pants. But Octopus is quick to point out that Fish can’t wear pants … because fish don’t have legs. When Fish runs through a long list of different wishes—fuzzy bunny slippers, a pink tutu, a bow tie, earmuffs, and even a raincoat—Octopus…
A book of maps for you / written by Lourdes Heuer ; illustrated by Maxwell Eaton III.
"In A Book of Maps for You, a young cartographer leaves a one-of-a-kind gift behind for the kid moving into his old house. He’s drawn and annotated maps of all the neighborhood places of interest—no playground, reading nook, or chicken coop left uncharted…
Ocean / illustrated by Natasha Durley.
"[E]ach page bursts with ocean creatures united by a common characteristic. From fantastic fins to shiny shells, from giant squid to glowing jellyfish, this eclectic collection of species celebrates the diversity of sea creatures. And with something to lo…
I loved you first / Jenna Bush Hager & Barbara Pierce Bush ; illustrated by Ramona Kaulitzki.
"There is nothing more important than the time we spend together, learning to see the world through each other’s eyes. From counting constellations to imagining shapes in fluffy clouds to hiking great canyons or jumping into the ocean, the special moments…
Giant baby! / written by Liz Rosenberg ; illustrated by Eva Byrne.
"Ever wonder where your baby goes at night when you think he’s asleep in his crib? Like most babies, he grows bigger . . . taller . . . HUGER! A Giant Baby! Bulldozers and garbage trucks become his toys. Shipping containers and skyscrapers become blocks, …
Maisy goes on a bike ride / Lucy Cousins.
"Maisy has a new bicycle and can’t wait to go on a bike ride with her friends. There are so many adventures to be had whizzing around on wheels, whether it's on a bike, trike, scooter, or even a tandem! Uphill and down, through puddles, and with just the …
Fairy walk / Gaia Cornwall.
"Let's go, let's go! Hopping and skipping into the woods behind their house, a trio of kids and their loyal doggy companion head off into the wild world in search of fairies. Their explorations lead them across a babbling brook and through bushes and mead…
We leap together / Christopher Silas Neal.
"A little boy and his mother set off on a day trip, meanwhile, a mama whale and her calf swim towards the bay. On the way, both sing, blow bubbles, get lost–and found! Through it all, mama always stays close. The human pair board a sightseeing boat, and a…
Little Excavator / Anna Dewdney
"Little Excavator wants to help the other construction vehicles build a neighborhood park, but are there any jobs for someone so small?" --back cover
Cats in construction hats / written by Sudipta Bardhan-Quallen ; illustrated by Leeza Hernandez.
"Yellow cat. Green hat. Dig this. Clear that. Green cat. Orange hat. Mix this. Pour that. Six colorful cats work together to build a house…with just a little help (and mischief) from some tiny rat friends....[R]eaders will delight in following along wit…
Grumpy monkey. Mom for a day / by Suzanne Lang ; illustrated by Max Lang.
""When Jim Panzee offers to step in as a temporary mom, he thinks, It will be fun. How hard can it be? But when he’s immediately bombarded with a chorus of needs such as 'Carry me, mommy,' and 'I’m hungry.' Grumpy Monkey doesn’t know what to do first. He…
¡Mistaco! / Eliza Kinkz.
"After an awful day at school (including a tragic but plausibly deniable mishap with a pudding cup), Izzy wants to be left alone. But it’s Friday, and that means making tortillas with Lito. As the mistakes pile up, they come tumbling out of Izzy—and Lito…
If God were a great big bear / written by Paul Harbridge ; illustrated by Marta Dorado
"If God Were a Great Big Bear is a rhythmic meditation on the nature of God in the world. Through the eyes of a child, this picture book invites readers to imagine God creating each element of nature specifically for the benefit of the creatures and plant…
Bluey. Fairytale / by Joe Brumm.
"Dad tells Bluey and Bingo a story set in a wild place call the eighties. When Dad was little, he was jinxed by his older brother, Rad, after he was being mean to his younger brother, Stripe. Will Dad break his curse, or will he never speak again?
This is not a polar bear! / Barry Timms ; Ged Adamson.
"This book is NOT about a polar bear. Well . . . OK, maybe it is! But this polar bear can drive a train, roller skate, disco dance, and even save the world. And there’s one thing this bear does best of all— he gives the biggest, coziest cuddles!" --publis…
Bearsuit turtle makes a friend / Bob Shea.
"When a turtle in a bear suit claims he is a 'for-real' bear, he must prove himself to another turtle who just so happens to be a for-real bear expert. Hilarity ensues as Bearsuit Turtle proves he can climb trees, hibernate, and do other for-real bear stu…
What Coco can do / Maribeth Boelts ; illustrated by Stephanie Laberis.
"Coco is a dog who can cuddle. He’s not like Luna, who lives with cheetahs at the zoo, or super sniffer Lucky or Jax the lifeguard dog. From cattle dogs to four-footed movie stars, there is no end to canine achievement. But Coco, in his special vest, is n…
Best furry friends.
"Join Chase, Marshall, Skye, and the rest of Adventure Bay’s furry friends of all sizes makes friends and spread kindness throughout Adventure Bay. It’s perfect for Valentine’s Day–or anytime"--Publisher website.
I love you always / written by Rachel Piercey ; illustrated by Freya Hartas.
"Join Bear and Papa Bear as they spend a glorious day together in the woods. As Bear finds and counts one hundred hearts gifted from his dad, a child can join along, too, as the gentle, rhyming text reinforces the importance of being yourself and being co…
Don't trust fish / written by Neil Sharpson ; illustrated by Caldecott Medalist Dan Santat.
"Why, dear reader, must you NEVER EVER trust fish? 1) They spend all their time in the water where we can’t see them. 2) Some are as big as a bus—that is not okay. 3) We don’t know what they’re teaching in their 'schools.' 4) They are likely plotting our…
Chloe and the fireflies / words by Chris Clarkson ; pictures by Julie Jarema
"It’s always hard to be the new kid—Chloe knows that better than anyone. But for the first time, in her new foster home, Chloe feels like she doesn’t have to hide. Suddenly her life is full of sleepovers with friends, baking cookies, and living room dance…
More adventures in Moominvalley / inspired by the works of Tove Jansson ; [written by Amanda Li ; based on the Moominvalley animation scripts by Steve Box, Mark Huckerby and Nick Ostler].
"With Momster’s help, Little Monster gets ready for bed: he brushes his fangs (leaving gobs of fangpaste everywhere), enjoys some bedtime books (as in, he eats them), and asks his parents to check if there’s a monster under the bed (there is—good!). That’…
Goodnight sounds / Debbie S. Miller ; illustrated by Michelle Jing Chan.
"This soothing picture book describes nighttime sounds of all kinds, from trilling crickets to train wheels that go clickity-clack, from raindrops on a slick metal roof to the steady ticking of an old clock. Marvel at the magical goodnight sounds all aro…
A credit card takes charge / written by Kimberly Wilson ; illustrated by Mark Hoffmann.
"Goldie is the new card on the block, the diva who's ready to shop 'til she drops and always foots the bill for her friends. When Penny, Bill, and the rest of the cash crew map their travel plans, Goldie won't accept any penny-pinching. On her dime, every…
Milo the knight / text by Grégoire Laforce ; art by Charlotte Parent.
"From the moment he was born, all Milo has ever known is knighthood. He eats, sleeps, and breathes it every moment of his life, never taking his armor off even for a minute. After all, Milo lives in the shadow of generation upon generation of knights befo…
Pop! goes the nursery rhyme / words by Betsy Bird ; pictures by Andrea Tsurumi
"[A] feisty weasel continuously interrupts the narrator’s carefully prepared recitation—adding exuberant mischief to the timeless rhymes we all know and love. The sensible Secretary Bird wants nothing more than to get on with their job of properly narrati…
Little Bee's book of blooms / Yuval Zommer.
"Little Bee leaves her hive and flies out to discover the many beautiful and strange plants and flowers that bring color to the world. Buzz by dazzling tulips and floating water lilies but watch out for the snapping Venus flytraps! Packed with bright ill…
PJ Masks 5-minute stories.
"Join Catboy, Owlette, and Gekko as they work together to defeat Romeo, Night Ninja, and Luna Girl--it's all in a night's work for our heroes! This treasure includes twelve favorite stories starring the PJ Masks." --back cover
Another word for neighbor / written by Angela Pham Krans ; illustrated by Thai My Phuong.
"Han is happy to spend his days with his tea, his newspaper, and his plants. Everything is nice and quiet, just the way he likes it. That is, until Kate and Olly move in next door." --publisher's website.
Frida Kahlo and her animalitos / by Monica Brown ; illustrated by John Parra.
"The fascinating Mexican artist Frida Kahlo is remembered for her self-portraits, her dramatic works featuring bold and vibrant colors. Her work brought attention to Mexican and indigenous culture and she is also renowned for her works celebrating the fem…
The happy snappy crab / by Gareth Lucas.
"Join happy, snappy crab, speedy shark, and tickly octopus in this lively rhyming book, features a fun pop-up on every page"--Back cover.
One-osaurus, two-osaurus / Kim Norman ; illustrated by Pierre Collet-Derby.
"Look there, in a child’s bedroom, where some prehistoric pals are gathered in a counting game. Nine dinosaurs are playing a sing-song rendition of hide-and-seek—but something isn’t adding up. Where is number ten? Stomp, stomp, stomp! CHOMP, CHOMP, CHOMP!…
Miss Prim goes wild / Katy Rose.
"A whimsical picture book follows the transformation of a cantankerous, strict older woman as she learns how nature's wild ways can heal both her yard and her heart"--Provided by publisher.
Otter carries on / Maya Tatsukawa.
"Otter loves floating and collecting pretty, heavy rocks all by themself. When a storm comes, Otter has so many rocks that they can't swim home—and soon, they're lost at sea. But when a few rocks accidentally slip away, Otter feels...lighter. And with the…
Book comes home / by Rob Sanders ; illustrated by Micah Player.
"Book loved being a book. And she loved the children who came to visit her. She was checked out. Read and reread. Shared and discussed. And each time, Book was brought back to the library. It was her home . . . . . . until the day it wasn’t"--Publisher …
God's masterpiece : an adventure in discovering your worth / written by Elisabeth Hasselbeck ; illustrated by Julia Seal.
"As a pair of children visit an art museum and marvel at masterpieces by well-known painters, they learn that God has lovingly designed them as his very own works of art"--Provided by publisher.
That's not my frog-- : its tummy is too squashy / written by Fiona Watt ; illustrated by Rachel Wells.
"Meet five friendly frogs in this exciting addition to the much-loved That's not my... series. Babies love the best-selling That's not my... books with their bold illustrations, patches to stroke, and a mouse to spot on every page, all designed to develop…
Baby loves winter! / Karen Katz.
"Little ones will love lifting the flaps in this book to reveal giant snowflakes, a red sled, a cute furry ground hog, and everything else that Baby loves about winter!" --back cover.
World's #1 teacher : for an un-bear-ably awesome teacher / Mike Berenstain ; based on the characters created by Stan and Jan Berenstain.
"Say thank you to a teacher in your life with this Berenstain Bears gift book that celebrates teachers of all kinds!" --publisher's website.
Llama Llama loves his teacher / illustrated by JT Morrow.
"Go through the school day with Llama Llama as he recalls all the things he learns, but more importantly, all the things he loves about his teacher!" --back cover.
Bee-wigged / Cece Bell.
"All Jerry Bee wants is to make friends, but that's hard to do when you're the most enormous bee anyone has ever seen. Then a wig changes Jerry's life - when he puts it on, he looks just like boy! Jerry creates a buzz with his kindness and generosity, and…
Rembrandt chooses a queen / by Kerry Olitzky and Deborah Bodin Cohen ; illustrated by Cinzia Battistel.
"Samuel loves being an apprentice to Master Rembrandt...even though it seems like all he does is clean brushes. Even though his father doesn't approve of him studying anything but Jewish texts. One day Rembrandt declares, 'I need a new model.' The great a…
George's digger / adapted by Lori C. Froeb.
"George and Daddy Pig are going to visit Mr. Bull at his miniature golf course construction site! There are lots of fun machines like the wrecking ball, the cement mixer, and even a great big digger. But when there's a problem with the miniature golf cou…
Favorite first friends! / by C.J. Nestor.
"Whether you’re an experienced collector of Pokémon or just starting out on your journey, get to know the first partners from all over the world of Pokémon in this illustrated storybook, which includes a full-color wall poster and eye-catching glitter on …
Little Blue Truck and Racer Red / Alice Schertle ; illustrated in the style of Jill McElmurry by John Joseph.
"Little Blue Truck and good friend Toad are out for a drive when a flash of red whizzes by--then whizzes back to stop and say hi. Sleek and low, Racer Red is made for speed and loves to go fast! When she challenges Blue to a race, Blue knows that win or l…
Monty and the mushrooms / Dev Petty ; illustrated by Jared Chapman.
"Everyone knows mushrooms are the loudest creatures in the forest. They’re why worms go underground and birds have wings—to get away from the noise! Everyone also knows marmots love quiet, especially irritable ones like Monty. All is well until he gets b…
Annabelle and the spaghetti-confetti surprise / Jenna Beatrice ; illustrated by Annabel Tempest.
"Annabelle, party planner extraordinaire, is working hard on her biggest project yet: the neighborhood block party! With every detail checked--and rechecked--Annabelle's party is ready to impress even the grouchiest of guests. Except for one thing: to pul…
That's not funny, David! / by David Shannon.
"David is determined to get laughs out of everyone -- even from those who might not find his antics amusing! From cannonballs into the pool to slurping his spaghetti to telling funny jokes during class, David is a natural comedian. But David learns that n…
Scamp / Anden Wilder.
"Scamp believes there are two cats in her house—one pink (Scamp herself) and one black (Hector)—until her growing body begins behaving in not-so-catlike ways. She suddenly finds herself standing on two feet…eating with a spoon…even enjoying the bath. What…
Greatness / by Regis and Kahran Bethencourt.
"A grandmother introduces her grandchildren to famous Black figures and important snapshots in Black history, and the children begin to imagine themselves in these moments"--Provided by publisher.
The twelve days of Christmas / illustrated by Don Daily.
"Create new Christmas memories with the whole family as you sing, dance, leap, and carol along to a timeless holiday classic. Delight in illustrator Don Daily's enchanting and playful interpretations of ladies dancing, pipers piping, lords a-leaping, drum…
Time for bed! / Indestructbiles Inc.
"Put on your pajamas and snuggle in tight — it’s bed time on Sesame Street! Join Elmo and friends as they go through a nighttime routine and get ready for a good night’s sleep"--Publisher website.
Alfred blooms / written by Carrie Kruck ; illustrated by Carmen Mok.
"When Alfred sees Lulu’s magical yard filled with flowers and friends, he’s sure that if he can cultivate a beautiful garden, friends will flock to join him. Alfred tries but nothing grows in his brown patch of dirt. Determined to make one last attempt, A…
Princess Paris finds her purpose / Demi-Leigh Tebow ; with AJ Gregory ; illustrated by Olga & Aleksey Ivanov.
"When her crown is stolen, Princess Paris fears she’ll never get it back. How can she represent her king without her crown? She doesn’t feel much like a princess and worries all the animals on the Royal Savanna won’t take her seriously without it. But as …
The game / written by Henry Chalres (Ten Bears) ; foreword by Peter Leech ; illustrated by Shoshannah Greene.
"Killer Whale and Brown Bear are arguing: Brown Bear says he can beat Killer Whale at any challenge, yet Killer Whale disagrees. When Powerful Mena overhears their bickering, he comes up with a solution: a game on the ice, played with sticks, nets, and a …
English-French 100 words / text and design: Anton Poitier ; illustrations: Louise Anglicas.
"Kids will love learning 100 new words in English and French with the many hidden surprises in this book. Sliders built into the pages reveal the French word for each picture. With simple questions and things to find, young children will be encouraged t…
A ring for a king : a tale of King Solomon / written by Martha Seif Simpson ; illustrated by Durga Yael Bernhard.
"A good king is looking for the right words to help his people, rich or poor, deal with life’s challenges. Ezra, a humble servant boy, wants to help the king solve his problem. Finally, through a series of mishaps, Ezra hands the king a strange gift — and…
Mara plants a seed / Robert Furrow and Donna Jo Napoli ; illustrated by Melissa Bailey.
"Mara Plants a Seed demonstrates the transformative power of simple actions. By cleaning up an empty lot and planting fifty sunflower seeds, Mara begins to create a flourishing, wild garden — but she doesn’t do it alone. Little does Mara know, flying inse…
Calm-down time = Momento para calmarse / Elizabeth Verdick ; illustrated by Marieka Heinlen.
"Feeling cranky or frustrated? You need calm-down time. Time to cool off, have a break, and get ready for a fresh start. So take some deep breaths and count: One, two, three . . . I'm calm as can be. I'm taking care of me.' Before you know it, you'll feel…
Truck / Donald Crews.
"In this wordless picture book, a large red trailer truck packed with tricycles moves through pages of fog, truck stops, and crowded highways." --publisher's website.