Kids Picture Books

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There's a pony in my apartment! / by Jennifer Harney.
"Maxine Louise is super excited about the extra special gift her Uncle Dave sent her. Her mom? Not so much. But Maxine Louise insists that there is nothing to worry about—ponies love apartments! After all, the apartment is the pony’s natural habitat. They…
The pumpkin thief / Alice Hemming ; Nicola Slater.
"Squirrel and Bird have been waiting FOREVER for their pumpkins to grow. But just when they're finally ready, the pumpkins go missing . . . A PUMPKING THIEF is on the loose!" --publisher's website
This book is boring! / by Ron Keres ; artwork by Arthur Lin.
"Finn is ready for some FUN--sports, dancing, games, and more! But when one grumpy kid calls his book BORING, Finn's determined to prove them wrong. Will his wild idea finally win the day?" --Back cover
Monsters are the worst! / Alex Willan.
"When plucky Gilbert the Goblin and his pal Chicken go camping together, they run into creatures that go bump in the night! The friends immediately flee the woods and head home—after all, everyone knows that monsters are absolutely, undeniably, unequivoca…
Small in the city / Sydney Smith.
"It can be a little scary to be small in a big city, but this child has some good advice for a very special friend in need....It can be a little scary to be small in a big city, but it helps to know you're not alone. When you're small in the city, people…
School spirits / written by Charlotte Gunnufson ; illustrated by Rebecca Crane.
"It’s time to go back to school, but… What if classes are too tough with loads of tests and tricky stuff? The question troubling you the most . . . What if—yikes!—your school’s got ghosts? What’s a kid to do when a mischievous crew of ghosts starts hoardi…
Boozhoo! Hello! / Mangeshig Pawis-Steckley ; gaa-aan'kinoosdoot Mary Ann Corbiere = Hello! / Mangeshig Pawis-Steckley ; translated by Mary Ann Corbiere.
"Now in board book format! Meet a variety of woodland and water animals in this story written in Anishinaabemowin and English. Can you see a fox digging, spot two minnows dancing or hear a swarm of bees buzzing? Boozhoo! / Hello! introduces children to fa…
A day full of animals / written and illustrated by Esther van den Berg ; [translated from the Dutch by Clavis Publishing].
"A cheerful board book about sweet animals you can spot during the day. For little animal lovers ages 12 months and up, with a focus on the world surrounding the child" --Provided by publisher.
Chicka chicka boom boom ABC : touch & trace / Blake Marsden ; illustrated by Daniel Roode.
"The classic Chicka Chicka Boom Boom alphabet adventure gets a playful, hands-on twist in this interactive board book designed for early learners! A is for apple Chicka Chicka Yummy! B is for bee Buzz Buzz Wee! C is for coconut Falling from the tree! In C…
Jack and the Beanstalk / illustrations by Ekaterina Trukhan.
"Join Jack on his high-climbing beanstalk adventure and discover this classic tale told simply for the youngest of readers. With five moving character sliders, little readers can bring the story to life themselves and Jack escape from the giant’s clutches…
Cinderella / Ekaterina Trukhan.
"Join Cinderella on her midnight adventure and discover this classic tale told simply for the youngest of readers. With five moving character sliders, little readers can bring the story to life themselves and help Cinderella get to the ball"--Publisher's …
Monsters play... hide-and-seek! : lift the flaps / Flavia Z. Drago.
Gustavo the ghost plays hide-and-see with his monster friends.
Marshall saves the day! / written by Morgan Finch.
"You can help the PAW Patrol's brave fire pup Marshall save the day in this pup-tastic interactive book! Pull a tab to lift his ladder, turn a wheel to shoot water from his cannon, and so much more! When it comes to ruff ruff rescues, you and Marshall wil…
There there little dinosaur / Anna Milbourne ; illustrated by Ludi Copper.
"This little dinosaur needs your care. Gentle pats and encouraging words will help make everything better"--Back cover.
Tony Rex's seven stomps to success : a dino's guide to crushing it / Alex Latimer.
"Meet T-Rex-turned-life-coach Tony Rex. No matter who you are, or what you’re going through, or how fast you’re running, Tony Rex is right behind you. Tony’s seven-stomp program will help you become your best self, with advice like: DON’T HIDE AWAY (reall…
The ghost who saved Halloween / words by Jen Anyong ; pictures by Kaly Quarles.
"Might I try a good ‘ole haunt? Ghostly games I have to flaunt. Forgive me, I don’t mean to taunt... Ok, maybe I do. Candy has upstaged Ghost on Halloween for far too long. It's time for Ghost to learn a new trick and treat these kids to a haunt or else t…
Time to say please! / Mo Willems.
"Narrated by a group of friendly mice, this humorous text follows young children as they try in vain to get what they want, learning along the way that it is helpful to say 'Please,' 'Thank you,' 'Excuse me,' and 'I'm sorry.' Oh, and you have to mean it, …
My potty! / illustrated by Carolina Búzio.
"Get ready to use the potty! Meet four new friends and their families as they gain independence and say goodbye to diapers and become comfortable using the potty. Read along with your toddler to encourage next steps in their language development by puttin…
Vampurr / written by Justin Colón ; illustrated by Lenny Wen
"MEET VAMPURR. Her fur shines blacker than a raven’s feathers. Her eyes glow greener than a witch’s brew. But most unusual of all are her long, needle-sharp fangs. This is her story... Born among tombstones beneath the blood moon's light, a vampire kitten…
Frankenkitty / written by Maudie Powell-Tuck ; illustrated by Mini Grey.
"Meet Frankenkitty–a stitched-together kitten with a haunted castle for a home and a reputation that seems to terrify everyone…even his own inventor! Only Olive, the inventor’s brave young daughter, sees the sweet side of this misunderstood kitty. But whe…
Little blue truck : lost and found / Alice Schertle ; illustrated in the style of Jill McElmurry by John Joseph.
"Toad helps prepare for a hayride by loading piles of hay into Little Blue's truck bed. But when they're ready for a ride, Toad is nowhere to be found! Can Blue and his farm animal friends find Toad in time for him to join the fun? This seventh picture b…
A is for ... a rabbit's tale / Jackie Hosking ; Lucinda Gifford.
"A is for A rabbit. B is for Buy this book! A hilarious alphabet story for anyone who ever wanted a pet...and for everyone who loves a wonderful tale with a twist"--Jacket flap.
Tooth / Leslie Patricelli.
"Baby has a new tooth. It's good for all kinds of things: chewing, biting ... and don't forget brushing"--Provided by publisher.
This book is seriously silly! / Ben Clanton.
"Who messed with the title of this book? Was it YOU? Hold in those smiles and giggles and don’t you dare make a silly face or sound — Jelly is a SERIOUS jellyfish, and this is a SERIOUS book. Jelly has serious plans for this book and doesn’t need any smil…
City green / DyAnne DiSalvo-Ryan.
"Right in the middle of Marcy’s city block is a vacant lot, littered and forlorn. Sometimes just looking at it makes Marcy feel sad. Then one spring, Marcy has a wonderful idea: Instead of a useless lot, why not a green and growing space for everyone to e…
I know things / by Karla Clark ; illustrated by Thaís Mesquita.
"We all know that kids are constantly learning and growing in their understanding of the world around them. But what about all the things they already know? With playful affirmations and a lively narrator, this book announces in a big, joyful way all the …
I love you, boo! / written by J.D. Forester ; illustrated by Charlotte Love.
"It’s not Halloween without candy! From crunchy chocolate bars to chewy sweet-and-sour gummies, this pun-filled picture book has all the holiday favorites. Rhyming affirmations pair perfectly with eerie-sistible anthropomorphized food art for a cheerful …
Mysterious mittens : a moontime cats Halloween story / Jordan Morris, illustrated by Charlie Mylie.
"It's a spooky night in the neighborhood as Carl, Biscuit, Peewee, and . . . Mittens (is that you?) gather under the moon to have fun and maybe get into a bit of trouble. Everyone is in disguise, even the cats! Carl's costume is cute, Biscuit's is scary, …
Happy Owl-oween! / by Laura Gehl ; illustrated by Lydia Nichols.
"Follow along with the Owl family on Halloween as they plan their costumes, go trick-or-treating, and more! Laura Gehl's lively rhyming text and Lydia Nichols's vibrant illustrations make for a spirited read. Includes an author's note at the end that sha…
Up all night / by Suzanne Lang ; illustrated by Max Lang.
"At a jungle slumber party, Jim Panzee's plans for fun are upended by his pesky little brother, leading to sibling rivalry, sleepless determination, and lessons learned about staying up too late"--Provided by publisher.
The farm next door / written by Kelly Rice Schmitt ; illustrated by Charles Santoso.
"Farmer Fran’s community depends on her. She collects the eggs, milks the cows, picks the vegetables, and delivers everything to her customers, keeping the neighborhood going! Then a storm hits, destroying the farm, and Farmer Fran has to lean on her neig…
Farah's nose : a celebration of South Asian heritage and family / Humera Malik ; Chaaya Prabhat.
"Farah hates her 'strong' nose, despite Dadi Ama telling her that it should make her proud. 'How can I be proud of my nose?', Farah wondered. When Farah visits a South Asian heritage photography exhibition at her local museum, she is surrounded by pictur…
What's on your mind? / Todd Parr.
"A gentle, interactive introduction to mindfulness"--Provided by publisher.
I want everything! / Sophy Henn.
"When a ghost declares he wants everything, his friend helps him see the very best things may already be right in front of him"--Provided by publisher.
Hairy and scary! / Jan Thomas.
"Ed, Ned, Ted, and Bob rhyme all the time. Well, actually, Bob doesn’t rhyme. But that doesn’t stop the friends from having their fun! When a fan blows the bunnies into a sticky situation, Bob declares there must be something hairy and scary around! The o…
Fall / Kathy MacMillan ; illustrations by Ekaterina Ladatko.
"Sign along to the activities, traditions, tastes, and scenes of fall with this adorable board book from ASL expert Kathy MacMillan--an engaging tool that helps little ones communicate while celebrating the season."--Amazon.com.
Mac & Cheese : the origin story / written by Michael Benner ; illustrated by Alison Hawkins.
"Mac was a friendly Noodle from Pastaland and rubbed elbows with everyone. But he didn't have the one thing he wanted most: a friend. So one day, he packs up and goes on an epic journey that takes him across the Sea of Snacks, to the Isle of Candy, throug…
The skeleton and the cat / Brandon James Scott.
"Skeleton lives alone in lonesome bliss. She reads books, drinks tea, and tends to her garden. It's simple and peaceful. Until, one day, a cat knocks on Skeleton's door. "Can I come in?" asks the Cat....[In this book] skeletons are gardeners, cats tell go…
Swing! / by James Yang.
"A young girl loves to play tennis with her father. And dreams of being like her hero, Arthur Ashe. But sometimes her brain feels like it’s bouncing, just like a tennis ball. And it’s hard not to lose her temper. Dad reminds her that being a tennis star i…
Words that taste like home / written by Sandhya Parappukkaran ; illustrated by Michelle Pereira.
"Rohan loves spending time with Muthassi—his grandmother. They share stories as they eat sour pickles and tell jokes while they walk through the mango trees. When Rohan's parents announce that they'll be moving to a different country, Rohan promises to ca…
If the moon / words by Matthew Burgess ; art by Matthew Forsythe.
"With minimal text, a child drifts through the quiet space at bedtime between waking and sleep, discovering the endless possibilities of dreams to come"--Provided by publisher.
Everything you need to know about life you can learn from a dog / Bruce Littlefield ; illustrated by Maribel Lechuga.
"The secrets to being happy, healthy, and living your best life, from a dog's perspective"--Provided by publisher.
Meet Newton Star! / adapted by Maggie Testa from the series PJ Masks.
"Meet Newton Star, an asteroid-surfing scientist! He spends his days studying in the library, but at night, he's off to outer space to study the universe! Will Newton Star be able to help the PJ Masks on their nighttime adventures to save the city?" --bac…
The great pumpkin pancake party / written by Celeste Pewter ; illustrated by Kelly Wu.
"This year, Lao Ye's throwing a big neighborhood Halloween party and Lilly's excited to help . . . That is, until Lao Ye decides to only use family recipes. What if the neighbors don't like their special food? But Lao Ye's irresistible pumpkin pancakes he…
The house with nobody in it / Jon Klassen.
"Here are all the things in this house: a chair, a clock on the wall, a stool, a lamp. And more. What's missing from this house? Somebody. This is the house with nobody in it. Well, there might be something . . . Designed as an oversize board book, this s…
A surprise for snail / Petr Horácek.
"It’s Snail’s birthday, and he decides he wants to see the sun set by the sea, which is a long way away. Soon he meets Mouse, who’s going in the same direction and offers to carry Snail on her back. “That’s what friends are for,” says Mouse. Then Snail ru…
Don't let the pigeon stay up late! / words and pictures by Mo Willems.
"It’s getting dark, but the Pigeon won’t go to bed! Will YOU let him stay up late? As usual, the Pigeon has plenty of reasons he isn’t ready for bedtime. But as night falls, *yawn*, even the Pigeon can’t resist a little sleep"--Publisher website.
Dr. Seuss babies. Happy Halloween, baby! / illustrated by Erik Doescher
"Halloween is here, and we're happy to say ... Halloween is our favorite day! Discover the fun celebrating Halloween with Baby Cat in the Hat, Baby Fox in Socks, Baby Sam-I-Am, and more of the Dr. Seuss babies!"--Back cover.
One spooky night.
"Spend a spooky night with Woody and his friends"--Back cover.
Howl for Halloween! : with Brown Bear and friends / Eric Carle.
"Growl, hoot, and howl into a spook-tacular Halloween adventure with Brown Bear and his friends! This enchanting interactive board book, from the beloved World of Eric Carle, is the perfect treat for curious toddlers and preschoolers (ages 0-3) eager to e…
Night night ghost / illustrated by Jana Curll.
"It's Halloween night and the monsters are very sleepy after an evening of trick-or-treating fun. Ghost helps each of them get settled in their monster beds and says goodnight, before getting into his own warm bed and drifting off to sleep"--Publisher's w…
Yeti is not ready for game over / by Leigh Anne Carter.
"It is time to take a break from screens, but Yeti is NOT ready. She is so close to winning this fun game on her tablet! She doesn’t have time for chores, lunch, or even friends! Can Yeti put the tablet down? Or will she find a way to stay glued to her sc…
My pony Wonder / written by Jessica Milo ; illustrated by Ramona Kaulitzki.
"Easy gallop, wild and free. Endless fun, you and me. A girl boot-stomp-runs at the call of her pony’s whinny, both excited for a day of trail riding. After brushing his smooth coat and shiny mane and picking his hooves clean, it’s time to saddle up for a…
I can learn to be brave / Mariann Edgar Budde, Episcopal Bishop of Washington, DC ; illustrated by Holly Hatam.
"There once was a girl who wished she was brave. But mostly . . . She was not. A little girl is scared to try new things. New things are hard! What if she fails? What if someone sees her fail? She laments that she’d like to be brave, but how does she star…
Fritz : a mushroom story / Kelsey Garrity-Riley.
"Meet Fritz. He likes rose hip ice cream on warm days and cream of chestnut soup on cold ones. Sometimes, Fritz likes to play with lots of friends. Sometimes, he likes playing with his extroverted best friend Pip (who likes blackberry bramble ice cream on…
All the ways we learn / by Chloe Ito Ward ; Illustrated by Yaroslava Apollonova.
"Not every child learns by sitting still and staying quiet. Some kids learn by jumping and tapping their feet. Others by building, drawing, or making a joyful mess. However they learn, all kids deserve to feel proud of and confident in themselves! This bo…
Pick a pumpkin / Patricia Toht ; illustrated by Jarvis.
"When Halloween is near, it's time to pick out a pumpkin to make the perfect jack-o'lantern!" --Back cover
City farm / written and illustrated by Julie Koon.
"Willadeene lives on a remote farm in the countryside. Each day, she rises with the sun and the crow of the rooster, ready to tend to her vegetables, of which she has many! She grows a wide variety of delicious vegetables, including stately asparagus, cri…
PAW Patrol. Pumpkin pup pals / written by Morgan Finch ; illustrated by MJ Illustrations.
"It's time for a howling-good Halloween with the PAW Patrol! Come trick or treating with the pups as they encounter a series of spooky surprises. Is that really a haunted pumpkin, a ghost, and a creepy sea creature lurking around Adventure Bay? Or are thi…
I am Grover / by Christy Webster ; illustrated by Marybeth Wilson.
"Grover tells readers all about himself and his friends on Sesame Street." --publisher's website