Kids Picture Books

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My sister, Goose / story by Alyssa Satin Capucilli; pictures by Hyewon Yum.
"Dress-up shoes for the playground? A tutu in the snow? A wizard hat in the bathtub? Goose loves to show her big sister, Miranda, the imaginative, sparkly, and often unexpected outfits she put on. “TA-DA!” Goose says, and then she’s ready for school in he…
Ritu in the sun / by Moniza Hossain ; illustrated by Mercè López.
"Ritu loves the sun. She loves it in the morning when it slants in through the kitchen window; in the afternoon when it makes the pool sparkle; and in the evening when it lights up the sky with splashes of orange and pink. But her Nani is worried the sun …
Pondering : a story in cinquains / written by Paul Paolilli and Dan Brewer ; illustrated by Dao Linh
"In this glorious celebration of nature, three girls walk an old trail in search of a hidden pond, marveling at treasures they discover along the way—darting dragonflies, croaking bullfrogs, fluttering sycamore leaves, and more. Written in a unique poetic…
Construction site : dad and his crew power through! / Sherri Duskey Rinker and AG Ford.
This is the "tale of a giant wheel loader teaching his little skid steers how to work and play as a team. As the sun rises on the construction site, a giant wheel loader rumbles awake. It's time for a busy day of work and play! This wise, patient dad teac…
Taking flight / written by Kashmira Sheth ; illustrated by Nicolò Carozzi.
"Taking Flight offers an intimate look at being a refugee by following three different children. From the mountains of Tibet, the cotton fields in Syria, and a city in Ukraine, families pack their bags and say goodbye to their homes as they leave in searc…
At the summer lake / Daniela Kulot ; translated by Elisabeth Lauffer.
"It's the heat of the summer, and Squirrel is sure he knows how to cool off: Jump into the lake! The others hesitate and don't want to get wet, but Squirrel has already jumped off the shore with a splash. Just one problem. He can't figure out how to get b…
Now I see winter / Mac Barnett ; Jon Klassen.
This "series has identical text but different images that reflect the time of year. In winter, the tree is bare, snow falls from the sky, a sweet treat is a candy cane and the perfect hat is one that keeps you warm. Now I See Winter celebrates all the won…
Now I see fall / Mac Barnett ; illustrated by Jon Klassen.
This "series has identical text but different images that reflect the time of year. In fall, the tree sheds its russet leaves, the sky turns pink and gold, a sweet treat is a candy apple and the perfect hat is plaid with flaps to cover your ears. Now I Se…
The art of how dogs sleep / Alison Kim.
"Did you know there is an art to how dogs sleep? It’s not quite as simple as it looks. There’s the matter of finding the perfect spot, the perfect ambience, and, of course, the perfect position." --Publisher's website.
Neil, the amazing sea cucumber / written by Amelia Tonta ; illustrated by Lucinda Gifford.
Neil is the "most exciting sea cucumber you’ll ever meet . . . even if he’s the ONLY sea cucumber you’ll ever meet! There’s a lot to love about Neil: he’s named after a vegetable. Or is a cucumber a fruit? He loves to lie in the sand. And he has a best s…
Can you grow a striped banana? / written by Jill Santopolo ; illustrated by Momoko Abe.
"Vibrant, adorable illustrations accompany a mother’s explanation to her daughter, who makes outrageous requests that simply can’t be met. “I can’t grow a striped banana. I can’t stretch like a giraffe. I can’t hear an earthworm’s whisper or make a spider…
I can use my potty / Claire Philip ; Yenna Mariana.
"Growing up is an adventure--and sometimes even the bravest young adventurers need a little help! In I Can Use My Potty, young readers join Lily the unicorn and her dinosaur friend Kai as they learn to use the potty. This comforting story is written for t…
"Who are the "we the people" mentioned in the preamble to the U.S. Constitution? They are our neighbors next door, down the street, or across the country. They live in different places, worship in different ways, come from different backgrounds and histor…
Tova's sweet solution / Melissa Taylor ; Aurélie Lise-Anne.
"Tova loves everything about her family’s bakery—the warmth, the smells, the cinnalove scones. But when a painful tummy ache leads to an unexpected allergy diagnosis, Tova learns she can no longer enjoy her favorite treats made with honeygrain. Crushed bu…
Corduroy goes to the dentist / based on the character created by Don Freeman ; illustrated by John Joseph
"Corduroy and Lisa visit the dentist's office, where they'll meet their nice dentist, show off their missing teeth, and get a nice deep clean. They'll even get stickers for being such good patients!" --Provided by publisher
Do you see me? / written by LaRonda Gardner Middlemiss ; illustrated by Reggie Brown.
"Do you see me? Yes, I do. I see a child whose heart is true. Follow a young girl and her mother on a blustery afternoon’s adventure as they discover the power of community and the wonders of self-reflection." --Publisher's website.
Kite day : the ups and downs of mental health / Lisa Varchol Perron ; illustrated by Siski Kalla.
"Mamuś and her son love KITE DAYS. But conditions have to be right. Sometimes the sun is shining, and the breeze is BLOWING perfectly. . . but getting outside feels impossible. Sometimes, they feel as strong and graceful as their kite, but their string ge…
In the city / Johnny Dryander.
"In this interactive series with easy-to-use, durable sliders, your toddler can steer a bus, trolley, delivery bike, and ferry! Perfect for helping toddlers develop hand-eye coordination, while also encouraging interaction with simple transportation-theme…
One, two, Daddy loves you / words by Shelly Becker ; pictures byDan Yaccarino.
"A joyful ode to the special bond between fathers and their daughters. One, two, Daddy l oves you. Three, four, throat feels sore. Five, six, soothing sips. Seven, eight, best play mate. A young girl and her artist father make the best of a sick day (with…
Wildspeak / Sangma Francis ; [illustrated by] Lexi Vangsnes.
"In the wide, wide world beneath wide, wide skies, WILDSPEAK transforms an ordinary walk into an extraordinary exploration of nature and imagination. Readers wander through vivid nature scenes filled with real-life wonders—mayflies skimming the air, black…
Happy birthday to you, Curious George! / written by Chris Krones ; cover and interior art by Greg Paprocki.
"Join in on the fun with Curious George as he invites readers to read along, eat their favorite fruit snacks, watch him unwrap a special surprise gift, and more on his birthday....It’s party time—hip hip hooray! Put on your hat. Let’s dance and play! Ge…
There was an old lady who swallowed a shark! / by Lucille Colandro ; illustrated by Jared Lee.
"There was an old lady who swallowed a shark. I don't know why she swallowed a shark, but there was no bite mark. The Old Lady is back and this time she's swallowing a shark, a hat, some shades, a boat... and more!" --Publisher's website.
Robin and the stick / E.B. Goodale.
"Robin had a stick. Robin always had a stick. One day, there at the end of the street was the biggest stick, the BEST stick, Robin had ever seen. Every morning, Mama tells Robin, “Today you are the biggest you’ve ever been!” But when will Robin be big en…
Bandage Buddies / Kathryn Rammell.
"The Bandage Buddies are ready to help kids with physical or emotional wounds"--Provided by publisher.
Flowers bloom / Mélina Mangal ; illustrated by Stella Lim.
"Spring flowers are in bloom. Smell the fragrant blossoms and admire their rainbow of colors! Join cousins Kamali and Josiah as they explore the beauty of a springtime day and notice how every flower is unique. Some decorate windowsills. Others sprout rig…
The puddle day / written by Ruth Symons ; illustrated by Sebastien Braun.
"Join Mouse, Squirrel, Fox, and Rabbit for a Forest School adventure—in the rain! Out in the woods, they will learn about the weather, make friends, and get creative on this wet, rainy day. No matter the weather, the Forest School friends always learn som…
I wish I had a polar bear with ice cream / written & illustrated by Diane Alber
"When a little boy wishes that he had a polar bear to bring him ice cream, he couldn't have known that the wish would come true! But what happens when the polar bear brings more ice cream than he could ever eat?" --Publisher's website.
The sun thief / Alice Hemming ; Nicola Slater.
"Squirrel and Bird are back, and this time it's summer! But squirrel is perplexed: a few weeks ago, the sun was still out at bedtime. Now he's brushing his teeth in the dark! There must be... A SUN THIEF!" --Publisher's website.
The cloud that stuck / Karen Krossing ; illustrated by Dorothy Leung.
"Whoosh! On a blustery day, the wind blows a cloud over Tansy’s head, blocking the sun. She yells at the cloud and tries to outrace it on her bike. Her best friend, dad, and teacher try to help get rid of it, but the cloud won't budge. Then it rains on Ta…
The shy book / Howard Pearlstein & James Munro.
"This book wants to be read—truly, it does—but there’s just one problem: It’s feeling a little shy. It worries the reader might think it’s silly . . . or worse, boring. So it suggests putting it back on the shelf—surely, there must be a better book out th…
The whale's tale and the otter's side of the story : a book read from front to back and back to front / by Kate Messner & Brian Biggs.
"A boastful whale and a showboating otter compete in a battle of words to prove that each is the greatest animal ever to swim the seas. Read one way, the first-person text brags about whales’ superiority; read the other way, it extols how much better otte…
Numbers / text by Clare Lloyd ; design and illustration: Elle Ward.
"Share a love of reading with your child with this fun-filled book about numbers. This interactive book features bold pop-ups that make pictures jump from the pages when the flaps are lifted." --Publisher's website.
Swimming season / Jaimie MacGibbon.
"Three young siblings splash into the thrills of summer and celebrate an endless day of adventure with a family road trip to the beach! From soaking up hours of fun in the sun to ending the day roasting a dinner treat by the campfire, Swimming Season capt…
Mama hug / written by Emma Straub ; illustrated by Stevie Lewis.
"Mama cuddle, Mama swing. Mama dance, Mama sing. Join this lovable Mama and baby for a joyful day of fun and snuggles." --Publisher's website.
The secret of the old clock : a Nancy Drew detective story / written by Marchi Kay Monson ; illustrated by Ryan Wheatcroft.
"This retelling of the very first Nancy Drew mystery, The Secret of the Old Clock, originally published in 1930, is the third book in the Mini Mysteries series of interactive picture book mysteries for children. The Secret of the Old Clock is the origina…
Even Steven : a book about sharing / written by Carrie Finison ; drawings by Daniel Wiseman.
"Say hello to Steven. Steven likes to share! He knows the best way to share something is to split it in half. It’s fun! It’s fair! And it’s EVEN. But some things aren’t so easy to split in half . . . Like a nickel. Or a book. Or a slide. Sometimes taking…
Lucie and the wind / Grǵoire Laforce ; illustrations, Yvan Duque.
"Every morning, Lucie heads to the forest to go exploring. Along the way, she collects things from nature that fascinate her, placing them carefully into little jars that she stuffs into an increasingly full backpack. But on one particular day, Lucie enco…
What color is your favorite month? / Stepanka Sekaninova and Susan Marston ; illustrated by Magdalena Konecna
"Do you like pink hearts of February, the colors of an April rainbow, the jack-o'-latern orange of October, or another time of the year? Which is your favorite month, and what are its colors? As you wander through the year, linger on each page to see if y…
The honeybee highway / by Shanna Upchurch ; illustrated by Dagmar Smith.
"An eighteen-wheeler rumbles to life in Florida, loaded with more than four hundred beehives. Destination? The almond orchards of California, where millions of blossoms are waiting. Seven-year-old Joey J isn’t just along for the ride. She’s got work to do…
Summer solstice wish / by Kate Allen Fox ; illustrated by Elisa Paganelli.
"A community comes together to savor the golden days of summer and celebrate the summer solstice, by gathering in a large community flower garden. Children pick flowers and weave flower crowns, symbolizing their friendship and connection to the earth, spr…
Moon's lullaby / by Júlia Moscardó.
"Day is drawing to a close at the pond, but five little goslings aren’t ready to sleep just yet. They want to hear their favourite bedtime story about the animals that Moon watches over on her nightly crossing of the sky. Soon the goslings are wrapped up …
Owls make terrible teachers!! / story by Kristi Mahoney ; art by Chantelle & Burgen Thorne.
"The last thing you expect when you go to school is to see the substitute teacher is an owl. BEWARE! Owls make terrible teachers!...[F]ind out what might happen when an owl takes flight in the classroom as a substitute teacher. From an impromptu pajama da…
Curious George storybook favorites / Margret and H. A. Rey ; illustrated in the style of H. A. Rey by Vipah Interactive and Martha Weston.
"Join Curious George, the man with the yellow hat, and their friends in eight timeless stories-all in one book. Follow George as he embarks on new and exciting experiences, including riding the train, visiting the library and the big city, camping under t…
Go, trains, go! / Addie Boswell ; illustrated by Alexander Mostov.
"Perfect for toddler boys and girls who love things that go, this engaging train board book celebrates trains in motion with bright, whimsical illustrations and irresistible rhythm"--Publisher website.
Our big book of animals : a collection of 100+ foundational words for language development / Tabitha Paige.
"Created by licensed speech therapist and watercolor artist Tabitha Paige, Our Big Book of Animals is a sturdy board book made for curious little hands. With soft watercolor art and animal groups from the forest to the tide pool, it's the perfect way to b…
Charts for Babies / Michelle Rial.
"Little charts for big hearts! Through boldly illustrated timelines, pie charts, bar graphs, and Venn diagrams, young readers will learn about colors, opposites, shapes, feelings, and much more in this unconventional STEM picture book with the sweetest en…
Farm : lift the flaps, who's hiding on the farm? / illustrated by Liza Lewis.
"Toddlers will love exploring the farm through the day and in different seasons, and learning about the adult and baby animals in this beautifully illustrated, read-aloud board book. The intriguing cover has a cutaway sun to feel, and inside, there are ad…
Peek-a-flap Elmo / written by Jaye Garnett ; illustrated by Barry Goldberg.
"Learn about shapes, colors, and numbers along with Elmo, Grover, and more of your favorite furry friends on Sesame Street!" --back cover
Barbed wire between us / Mia Wenjen, Violeta Encarnacion.
"'Barbed Wire Between Us' is a powerful reverso poem that tells two deeply resonant stories across time. It begins with a Japanese American girl sent to an internment camp in Oklahoma during World War II. Read in reverse, it reveals the journey of a Latin…
The summer puppy / Jackie Morris and Cathy Fisher.
"Born at the very start of the summer, so small she could rest easy in the cupped hands of a child... From a little furry bundle, Rosie the puppy grows, learns, and explores her world--rose petals, spiders and butterflies in the garden, the jungle of long…
Basquiat colors / Jean-Michael Basquiat.
"In this unique board book, young artists learn colors in English, Spanish, and French-- three languages spoken by Basquiat, a Brooklyn-born son of Puerto Rican and Haitian parents" --back cover.
Super pooper and Whizz Kid : potty power! / by Eunice Moyle and Sabrina Moyle.
"What do you do when you've got to go? From the first rumble in the bumble to that moment of triumph when the potty is full of number one or number two. Super Pooper and Whizz Kid: Potty Power! touches on those essential potty training moments, ending wit…
Hold / Randy Ribay & Zeke Peña.
"It’s time to leave the house, but…where are the keys?? As Daddy rummages through the mess, he hands a water bottle to his toddler and says, “Hold, please.” This accidental request turns into an adventure when the child decides holding is fun and wants to…
The giant orange what-the-what?! / Nicole Michels.
"When an unanticipated what-the-what?! disrupts your day, it may knock you off track. It’s a quandary, a pickle, and an obstacle, all rolled up in one. But with a plan, a push, some moving, and some doing, you can always bounce back! Find inspiration i…
The world game : soccer circles the globe / words by John Coy ; pictures by Phung Nguyen Quang.
"From a park in the United States to a pitch in India, from the seaside in Nigeria to a stadium in Uruguay, there’s one game that brings the world together. Whether you call it football, soccer, or any other name, it’s the most popular sport on the planet…
Big red fire truck : an interactive adventure! / Ken Wilson-Max ; paper-engineering by Jo Lodge.
"Emergency! There's a fire! Help the big red fire truck save the day! Toddlers will love to help the fire truck zoom through the traffic to put out the fire. Every spread is interactive and contains a great fact about firefighters or fire trucks. Have fun…
Good morning, Morning! / Maya Myers ; illustrated by Jennifer K. Mann.
"Just before daybreak, a child steps outside to plant warm feet on the cool ground. Though it’s quiet, there’s so much sensory magic to see and feel and hear: lacy slug trails on the porch; spiderwebs rippling in the grass; birdsong in the air; wet dew an…
102 / by Matthew Cordell.
"Sent home from school earlier in the day with a fever, George awakens in the middle of the night to discover a cricket beckoning him on an adventure and soon finds himself shrunken down in size. He follows the insect guide through a crack in his bedroom …
Mousestache moosestache / Rowboat Watkins.
"Hip, hip, HOORAY-stache! It's your lucky day-stache! Join Mouse and Moose in a mustache-mania world packed with silly rhymes and playful illustrations - perfect for building early reading skills, nurturing a love of language, and keeping readers laughing…
A puppy like yours / by Frank Murphy and Carla Murphy and illustrated by Kayla Harren.
"Dogs are more than pets or furry fixtures around the house. Dogs are constant companions who show us what it means to be curious, enjoy the little moments of life, and care for those who need us. Dogs teach us more about life than we teach them. So no ma…
Llama Llama graduation day! / an Anna Dewdney book ; illustrated by JT Morrow.
"The school year is coming to end, which means it’s time for graduation! Llama Llama has learned so much this year, but he isn’t so sure he’s ready to say goodbye to his teacher or classmates. Change can be scary, but with the help of his friends and fam…
Flowers for Mama / Deborah Freedman.
"For Mama’s special day, the kittens decide to gift her all sorts of flowers. Some are drawn and stamped. Others stitched and sung. Oleander, though, plants a seed in hopes of gifting her a real flower. But as Mama’s special day approaches, Oleander’s flo…
The momster at the end of this book / by Brittany McInerney ; illustrations by Helena Wu.
"Don't even think about turning the page: there is a Momster at the end of this book! But what is a Momster? Grover and his friends are determined to find out."
Love from Strawberry Shortcake / text by Robb Pearlman.
"Love is so berry many things. This little book is the perfect sweet treat for your berry favorite person." --back cover
Bunnies in a rocket / Philip Ardagh ; illustrated by Ben Mantle.
"They have traveled in a bus, in a boat, on Santa's sleigh and now, in their most epic adventure of all, the Sunny Town Bunnies are going to the moon! They've snuck their way onto a rocket ready to launch, and in no time at all they are streaking across t…
Gotcha day / Deborah Kerbel ; illustrated by Udayana Lugo.
"A stray pup wanders the streets, growling, prowling and scared, until an animal control officer finds him and takes him to a shelter. There, he gets fed, groomed and perfumed, so he's ready to find a new home. As people come and go, the dog waits and wai…
How not to make a jelly sandwich / by Ross Burach.
"Why be simple when you can be silly? Frankie has her own way of doing things-the FUN way! In her world, the ordinary becomes more enjoyable with a little original thinking. If you want to make a delicious jelly sandwich, for example, just follow Frankie…
I [heart] Earth with The Very Hungry Caterpillar / words by Gabriella DeGennaro
"Even when... The harsh winds blow, And things seem rocky, The storm always passes. And light shines once again. Join The Very Hungry Caterpillar on an eco-friendly adventure exploring all that makes Earth special! Learn to appreciate the strong trees, th…
You're my little papa bear / written by Nicola Edwards ; illustrated by Natalie Marshall.
"Featuring cut-out shapes for little hands to explore and adorable illustrations of animal fathers and their children, this book’s sweet rhyming story celebrates the special bond between a father and child"--Publisher's website.
We live in a bus / Dave Petzold.
"Life is an endless adventure for the family of four living on their beloved bus Gracie Joy Rufus Bean (everyone got to pick part of its name). From swimming in a waterhole with dragonflies buzzing overhead—whizz! whoosh! whir!—to toasting marshmallows un…
Now you know your abcs:  (or do you?) / written by Caspar Salmon; illustrated by Matt Hunt.
"Do you know your ABCs? A is for apple, B is for ball . . . easy! but WAIT? What's that lurking next to the letter D? A dangerous, dangerous WOLF! Quick! Run as fast as you can through the rest of the alphabet and DON'T let that wolf catch up. Can you mak…
The Big green : a story about the Great Green Wall of Africa / Ken Wilson-Max.
"It’s another hot day in Mali, at the edge of the desert, and Mariam and Issa know something special is about to happen. As they play in the shade and make clapping rhythms with their hands, Mum and Dad make their own kind of music with shovels, poking ho…
Hello, Beautiful / by Traci N. Todd ; illustrated by Loveis Wise.
"An inspirational love letter from caregiver to a child, Hello, Beautiful is an intimate and uplifting depiction of love and courage. With its warmth and promise for a bold and confident future, it lyrically reminds children that they should take up space…
Bluey. All about Dad.
"Learn all about Bluey and Bingo's dad, Bandit! Bandit is always up for a game! He's always playful and funny, and he loves to joke around. Most importantly, he's always there when Bluey and Bingo need him"--Publisher description.
Across the USA with the Very Hungry Caterpillar / Eric Carle.
"Discover many things to love about the USA with The Very Hungry Caterpillar!"--Back cover.
Bugs : a peek-through board book / Britta Teckentrup ; text by Patricia Hegarty.
"Young children will enjoy peeking through holes in each page and seeing new bugs appear and disappear in this engaging and educational nonfiction book. Readers can spot bugs chomping, creeping, flying, and spinning while learning about insect species and…
Tractor.
"Climb aboard and buckle up for a bumpy ride as you chug along with tractors of all kinds in this chunky touch-and-feel book for toddlers"--Provided by publisher.
My daddy is everything / Carole Boston Weatherford ; pictures by Ashleigh Corrin.
"Daddy is everything in my eyes. He's the answer to my hows and whys. Daddy's a tug boat that pulls me along. Daddy's a rock band playing our song." This board book celebrates the love between father and child in simple, rhyming text.--Adapted from the pu…
The octopus / by Guojing
"A little girl goes to the beach with her mother, never expecting the day full of magic and wonder that is ahead of her. When she scoops up a tiny octopus in her small, clear container, and they see each other eye to eye, there’s a spark between them! But…
Gunnar the Viking's great pizza adventure / written and illustrated by Diego Vaisberg.
"in the harsh lands of the North, Gunnar the Viking was a legendary warrior, feared by his enemies and known as one of the boldest and bravest of his kind. But Gunnar hid a secret...something was missing from his life. Follow Gunnar as he lays down his ax…
The boy with big, big energy / by Britney Winn Lee ; illustrated by Jacob Souva.
"A picture book about a boy who learns to channel his dynamic, joyful energy for good"--Provided by publisher.
This was not the plan / by Jane Chapman.
"Spike is a bear with a plan–the perfect plan for the perfect camping trip. But when disaster strikes, he soon learns (with the help of his best friend, Roscoe) that the only thing better than Plan A . . . is Plan B"--Publisher website.
Daddy Pig's favorite things
"Peppa and George spend Father's Day learning all about Daddy Pig's favorite things! Will it be a Father's Day to remember? Find out in this adorable board book!" --Publisher's website.
Spring / Mac Barnett ; Jon Klassen.
"In spring, the tree's leaves are budding, rain falls from the sky, a sweet treat is a cookie and the perfect hat is a yellow one that keeps you dry. Now I See Spring celebrates all the wonderful things about the season through a child’s eyes – and shows …
Summer / Mac Barnett ; Jon Klassen.
"In summer, the tree has full green leaves, the sky is blue, a sweet treat is ice cream and the perfect hat shades you from the sun. Now I See Summer celebrates all the wonderful things about the season through a child’s eyes – and shows why it’s their fa…
An untold story of the Tooth Fairy / written & illustrated by Diane Alber.
"What does the Tooth Fairy do with our teeth? Take a sneaky peek inside the Tooth Fairy's world where you will be amazed and delighted by all of the fun, creative, and magical things she might do with our teeth. But be warned; you may never look at the w…
I love you like a river / Nancy Tillman
"Love's all around us, as wide as the wind in this wonderful world that we find ourselves in. Run though the grass...feel the love in your toes! Smell a gardenia...the love in your nose! It's there everywhere that you look, in full view. And it's almost,…
Frog's day out : a lift-the-flap book / Julia Donaldson ; Axel Scheffler
"Welcome to Acorn Wood, where Frog and his friends are headed to the beach. What do they need for their day out? Lift the flaps to find out!" --Publisher's website.