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

This is orange: a field trip through color / Rachel Poliquin; illustrated by Julie Morstad.
"Look closely. The color orange is all around you, not only in the natural world—from fruit and foxes to minerals and mushrooms—but in the human-engineered world, too, from works of art to religious ceremonies to astronaut survival suits. Ranging through …
Buffalo Fluffalo and Puffalo / written by nationally bestselling author Bess Kalb ; illustrated by Erin Kraan.
"Buffalo Fluffalo's prairie life is disrupted by Puffalo, a yelly and squigglish new addition to the family"--Provided by publisher.
Mr. Willowby's head over heels Christmas / by Robert Barry.
"On Christmas Eve, Mr. Willowby finds himself in a predicament when his Christmas tree delivery gets stuck in a snowdrift. But hope arrives in the form of Barnaby Bear and his woodland friends, who embark on a thrilling mountainside adventure to bring the…
I love you a latte! / written by Cherri Love-Byrd ; illustrated by Kathryn Selbert.
"I sure do love you a latte, in each and every way. My warm and toasty cup of cozy, I love you more each day" --Back cover.
Colors with little fish / Lucy Cousins.
"Red fish, purple shells, green seaweed — there are so many colors to find with Little Fish....Little Fish is off on a fun, rhyming adventure underwater, spotting colors along the way: blue fish, yellow coral, maybe even a pink seahorse." --publisher's we…
The gift of words / Peter H. Reynolds.
"Jerome is looking forward to collecting words this holiday season! Words of hope, love, and joy to share with his loved one. But as he begins his search, he discovers that inspirational words are hard to come by. In the end, Jerome finds a way to connect…
Happy Hanukkat / by Jessica Hickman ; illustrated by Elissambura.
"The cat family is getting ready forHanukkah. It's a purr-fect holiday celebration!" --Back cover.
A Christmas wish for little Dala Horse : a Saint Lucia celebration / Sonja Anderson ; Agnieszka Potocka.
"Little Dala Horse knows nothing of Juletide or of love—he’s just been newly carved as a Christmas gift. He’s eager to learn about the Saint Lucia girl with a crown of glowing candles, the festive star boys, and the cute pepparkakor children. Little Dala …
I am we : how crows come together to survive / by Leslie Barnard Booth ; illustrated by Alexandra Finkeldey.
"Caw‑Caaaaw! Crows are fascinating and resilient birds. What is the secret to their abundance and survival, especially throughout fall and winter seasons, when temperatures drop and crow-eating creatures lurk in the dark? I Am We unpacks these mysteries, …
The gift of everything / Patrick McDonnell.
"It’s that time of year again. Mooch the cat is searching up, down, and all around for a perfect gift for his special friend Earl. But what is perfect? Join Mooch as he sees the world around him with a fresh feeling of gratitude and discovers the answer: …
If I built a town / Chris Van Dusen.
"Jack has some great ideas for improving the community he lives in. And who better to describe them to than Mayor McKay! As they walk through the park together, Jack eagerly tells the mayor his plans for improving their town. And what a town he has dreame…
The bakery dragon and the fairy cake / Devin Elle Kurtz.
"Ember is in charge while the baker takes a trip and he’s excited to show what he can do! When an opinionated fairy princess swoops in demanding a cake, he eagerly agrees. So what if he’s only baked bread before? How hard can it be? The sugar hits the fa…
Just shine! : how to be a better you / Sonia Sotomayor ; illustrated by Jacqueline Alcántara.
"There once was a little girl who grew up in Puerto Rico with an incredible ability—she was able to make everyone around her shine. She listened, she understood, she worked hard, and she brought out the beauty in each person she met. In a story inspired …
An untold story of the Christmas Fairy / written & illustrated by Diane Alber.
Have you ever heard of the Christmas Fairy? No? Well, I'm not as famous as some other fairies YET... But wait till you hear what I started doing to make Christmas extra special!
Every scoop of light : a story about repairing the world / written by Ilene Cooper ; illustrated by Omer Hoffmann.
"After creating the heavens and earth, the plants and animals, and then humans, God decides to give humans wonderful gifts such as happiness and health. Wisdom and kindness. Love and laughter. Imagination and celebration. Peace. Serene, soothing Peace. H…
Fox and the mystery letter / Alex G. Griffiths.
"In the dense forest, in a lonely cottage, there lives Fox. Fox is perfectly happy all by himself – until one day, a letter arrives: "Dear Fox: I know how much you enjoy puzzles. I bet you can’t resist this one . . . Head to the forest path to begin your …
Gracie feeds the birds / by Jane Yolen and Peter B. Tacy ; illustrated by Frances Ives.
"On a crisp fall day, a young girl practices gratitude as she feeds her neighborhood birds...even if the birds are not always grateful back!"--Provided by publisher.
Wonderfully wild : a book about manners / written by Justine de Lagausie ; illustrated by Valeria Petrone ; translated by Mary-Kate Gaudet.
"Various animals humorously demonstrate all the things children should not do--like farting, burping, fighting, and never brushing their teeth"--Provided by publisher.
The heart of winter / Alessandro Montagnana ; [translation, Cecilia Ross].
"A heartwarming winter story that reminds us of the comforting power of friendship and the joy of helping others.  When Chip the Robin gets lost during a heavy snowstorm, he feels very lonely, until he sees a house in the distance. There lives Lula, a fox…
Honesty is the best policy / Heath McKenzie.
"We all make mistakes--accidents happen, jokes go too far, or something gets lost or broken. So what do you do when you're worried about getting in trouble? Should you own up or stay quiet? In Honesty Is the Best Policy, children's author and illustrator…
BALLy the Amazing Wonderball / Jordan Morris.
"BALLy the Amazing Wonderball is about to go on stage. But when he hears his audience is made up entirely of dogs, BALLy gets a bad case of stage fright. With the red rubber ball's every bounce and roll, the dogs get more and more... interested. Will this…
Marching band / written by Kael Tudor ; illustrated by Kate Hindley.
"Join in the zany fun as the marching band brings boisterous music and silly shenanigans wherever they go! Marching band, marching band! Watch them march across the land! A hilarious new picture book from author Kael Tudor and illustrator Kate Hindley, …
A monster's meal : a lift-the-flap picture book / by Meritxell Martí ; illustrated by Xavier Salomó.
"It's the annual feast for friends! The most gruesome monsters ever have gathered at Chef Frankenfurter's restaurant to enjoy a disgustingly delicious dinner together. But what do you make that a witch, vampire, an ogre, a ghost, and the other grisly gues…
Some days I'm the wind / words by Rebecca Gardyn Levington ; art by Dinara Mirtalipova ; narration by Teresa Gallagher.
"Some days I'm the wind, a cyclone, a whirl, dizzy, giddy, wild! Some days I'm the wind, a whisper, a breeze, gentle, mellow, mild"--Back cover.
Sawyer's big idea / by Kimberly Horch ; illustrated by Sayani Mukherjee.
"Sawyer wakes up with a great idea. But then, wait--what about that other project? Sawyer flits from one activity to another throughout the day. Before he knows it, the day is over, and he hasn't done anything! Or has he?"--Back cover.
The littlest solstice tree / by Lisa Varchol Perron ; illustrated by Ahya Kim.
"Every winter solstice, one evergreen is crowned Tree of the Year, and this year, Sapling wants nothing more than to win. Her chances are as small as her stature, but when she befriends an overlooked neighbor, she wonders if they might reach new heights t…
My path / Jana Curll
"Every morning, a little snail sets off on their path. There are mountains to climb, rushing rivers to cross and, sometimes, when the path ahead seems impossible, they need to ask for help. But as long as it feels like the right Path for them, this determ…
The monster in the lake / Leo Timmers ; translated by Bill Nagelkerke.
"Four ducks are tired of their small pond and set out for an adventure in the big lake. Walking at the back, Eric isn’t sure. He’s heard there’s a monster in the lake, but his friends don’t believe a word of that old story! Eric reluctantly tags along, on…
The cave downwind of the café / by Mikey Please.
"In Glumfoot's cave, there's only one item on the menu: booger stew. But he dreams of puff pastry and sweet sorbet. Then one day, a human named Rene builds a nearby log cabin smelling of all the delicious foods one could eat. But a local ogre thinks Rene …
When we find her / written by M. García Peña ; illustrated by André Ceolin.
"Lila and her abuelo Carlos miss Abuela Ana. Without the sound of her laughter, the rhythm of her dancing, or the aromas of her cooking, home just isn't the same. So Lilla devises a plan to hold on to every detail she can remember. She and Abuelo will mak…
You can say hi with only a smile / by Merriam Sarcia Saunders ; illustrated by Tracy Nishimura Bishop
"You Can Say Hi with Only a Smile is a warm and inclusive picture book that celebrates all the different ways people communicate. Whether it's speaking, signing, waving, using a device, or simply smiling, every style is valid and beautiful. This gentle st…
Fancy Nancy : besties for eternity / written by Jane O'Connor ; illustrated by Robin Preiss Glasser.
"For Nancy, a long weekend means fun, fun, and more fun with her best friend, Bree. But, alas! Bree will be away visiting her grandmother, leaving Nancy forlorn—that’s a fancy way of saying sad and lonely. Then, at the park, Nancy meets Lily, who is older…
Cat's Christmas / Alison Murray.
"Meet Cat, an adorable grumpy cat who thinks Christmas is the worst! Cat hates the food. He hates the silly presents. And he hates the noisy visitors stealing his favorite spot. But when Cat looks up at the beautiful night sky, he starts to think that m…
Wombat / Philip Bunting.
"From wombat to squarebat to roundbat, and longbat—no bat is left out in this silly and sweet marsupial love story." --Publisher's website.
Frog and Toad : two together / Arnold Lobel.
"One Frog. One Toad. Two friends. This sturdy board book is the perfect introduction to Frog and Toad!" --Back cover.
Dropbear / Philip Bunting.
"Hold your breath and count to three as woodland creatures share spooky stories about Dropbear, the rumored meanie who lives way up in an old gum tree. But when one little birdie decides to investigate the truth, it turns out that maybe Dropbear just want…
The witch in the tower / Júlia Sardà
"Everything is changing for Carmela. Her older sister, Franca, has new, mean friends, and Carmela is feeling lost and lonely. So she decides to go for a walk—to walk until she can’t anymore, then walk a bit more. Her walking takes her to a strange tower, …
Hello, Snow! / Katherine Pryor & Rose Soini.
"Flakes flutter. Wind swirls. Coats zip. Flurries whirl. Hello, snow! When two young children wake to the excitement of a snow day, they rush outside to make snow angels, build a snow friend, toss snowballs, and discover the wonders of nature in winter."…
Frog on a log?/ Kes Gray & Jim Field.
"Frog does not want to sit on a log! But Cat tells him that's where he belongs. Doing his best to find an alternative place to sit, Frog asks Cat a whole lot of questions. For every answer Cat has, Frog has another question, until he finds out what dogs s…
Wake up, little one / Esther van den Berg
"Good morning, sweetie pie! Ready to get up and play? Sleeping is so cozy! But when it’s time to wake up, the animals might need some help. Just tickle their ears and stroke their tails… Wake up, little ones, so we can play!" --Publiser's website.
Mrs. Peanuckle's mushroom alphabet / art by Jessie Ford.
"Calling all mushroom enthusiasts who forage, sautee, and savor every earthy bite. Step into the magical world of ‘shrooms as Mrs. Peanuckle guides readers through the alphabet with these mystical and amazing fungi. Little ones will learn about fun specie…
Mazel tov, baby! / words by Dara Henry ; pictures by Varda Livney.
"Baby's here! Look at you.! Mazel tov! So brand new. Close your eyes. Peek-a-boo. Mazel tov! I found you." --Publisher's website.
10 dogs / Emily Gravett.
"From dachshund to dalmation, every dog wants a piece of the prize. Follow this high-stakes adventure as the scales tip from one dog with all the sausages and nine dogs with none to nine dogs with all the sausages and one dog with none. Will ten hungry do…
Archibald and the furry dinosaurs / Suzanne Lang and Max Lang.
"When Archibald embarks on a dangerous quest to find his lost locks, he encounters danger at every turn. Along the way, he outwits the clever Woollyciraptors, rescues two dinosaurs from getting eaten, and even encounters the dreaded Furannosaurus Rex! Whi…
Lost and found Hanukkah / by Joy Preble ; illustrated by Lisa Anchin.
"Nate's beloved menorah was lost in his family’s recent move, and finding the perfect new one isn’t going well. With Hanukkah one night away, Nate is missing his menorah and everything else about his old home, where everything fit just right. Then, a trip…
Squirrels scamper / Mélina Mangal ; illustrated by Stella Lim.
"Focusing on squirrels, this book shows children what we can learn from nature about movement, work, and play"-- Provided by publisher.
The misadventures of Sweetie Pie / Chris Van Allsburg.
"Being a pet store hamster isn’t much fun for Sweetie Pie, but life in human homes proves downright perilous. As Sweetie Pie longingly gazes out of his cage at the squirrels frolicking in the trees, he wonders if he’ll ever have the chance to feel the win…
Little Critter's the night before Christmas / by Mercer Mayer.
"'Twas the night before Christmas when all through the house, Not a critter was stirring, not even a mouse. Snuggle up with your favorite little critters to share this adorable retelling of Clement C. Moore’s timeless Christmas story of Santa’s wondrous…
Kid the Goat won't wear his Christmas coat / written by Lana Stenner ; illustrated by Anna Simeone.
"A coat for Christmas? You've got to be kidding! Kid the Goat is disappointed when his biggest present turns out to be a boring coat. But there's still lots of fun Christmas things to do. Kid loves ice skating, building snowmen, and sledding. But...Mama s…
Could that be an elf? / by Hannah Eliot ; illustrated by Saoirse Lou.
"Think you can find the elf in this sweet and funny holiday board book? Peek through the holes on each page of this interactive story!...Young readers will love the game of hide-and-seek a sneaky elf is playing in this festive board book. Just when it loo…
Bright baby / illustration, design and text by Rebecca Weerasekera
"Filled with features to stimulate a baby's senses, this high-contrast black, white, and aqua book is full of raised pictures to touch, a peep-through cover, and a mirror. Babies and toddlers will [get] hands-on and [explore] every sensory page and [touch…
ABCs of kindness / by Samantha Berger ; illustrated by Ekaterina Trukhan.
"A single act of kindness can lead to a zillion! Whether it be donating your blanket, giving hugs, offering help, or volunteering, there are so many ways to be kind. This is the perfect book to read aloud at home or in the classroom to spark conversations…
Jingle jumble Santa / [illustrated by Spencer Wilson].
"Who ever heard of a surfing Santa... zipping through the trees? Or a skiing Santa... cooking up a storm?" --Back cover.
Holly jolly Kitty-Corn / Shannon Hale & LeUyen Pham.
"The best part of Christmas is the merry music! No, it’s the gingerbread! No, it’s definitely decorating the tree! Kitty and Unicorn can’t wait to spend their first Christmas together! But try as they might, they can’t seem to agree on their favorite fes…
Shibu's tail / written by Tess Thomas ; art by Kamwei Fong.
"Shibu the cat has a lot of feelings and thankfully his fluffy tail helps him express them all! But one day, Shibu realizes that all the other cats are keeping their feelings (and their tails) tucked away. Maybe it would be better to try and fit in? From …
Tuck me in! / by Nathan W Pyle.
"Have you ever wondered how a beach goes to bed? It has to be tucked in, of course! So, who tucks in all the beaches around the world? The Moon! There's just one problem--tucking in one shoreline means another one doesn't have enough cover. Will the Moon …
Oh dear, look what I got! / Michael Rosen ; illustrated by Helen Oxenbury
"As a hapless boy goes from shop to shop, requesting a series of perfectly reasonable items—a hat, a coat, a cake, a chair—he finds himself thwarted at every turn, amassing instead a growing menagerie of animals who happily follow him on his errands. It’s…
Ciao, Sandro! / words by Steven Varni ; pictures by Luciano Lozano.
"Meet Sandro! As the loyal first mate to gondolier Nicola, Sandro knows everything about his home, the beautiful city of Venice. Sandro and Nicola go everywhere together. But today, Sandro is venturing out on his own for the first time. He is on a very im…
Clifford Treasury : 5 classic stories! / Norman Bridwell.
"Clifford the Big Red Dog and his best friend, Emily Elizabeth, have had countless adventures together since first being introduced to readers in 1963. This...hardcover treasury includes five beloved Clifford the Big Red Dog stories--all with the original…
The sled race / by Corey R. Tabor ; pictures by Dalton Webb.
"Wally Mammoth lives in the Ice Age, where his huge heart warms even the coldest of days. And it has to be cold to have a sled race! Wally and his friends Otto the great auk and Wolf the (you guessed it!) gray wolf are all hot cocoa'd up and ready to comp…
Field trip to dinosaur valley / by John Hare.
"When a rascally kepodactylus snatches a student’s lunch box, the student gives chase and gets it back but also becomes separated from their class. They decide to eat their lunch while waiting to be rescued and end up sharing it with friendly dinosaurs. B…
Not a spot to spot : the true story of Kipekee, the giraffe born without spots / written by Elizabeth Weiss Verdick ; illustrated by Zoe Waring.
"It’s summertime at the Brights Zoo and something very special is due… a new baby giraffe! And this giraffe is extra extraordinary. She is all one shade—not a spot to spot! Mama loves her baby unconditionally and knows she is perfectly herself, but will e…
The invisible string family celebration : a reimagining of the invisible string / Patrice Karst ; illustrated by Joanne Lew-Vriethoff.
"When a mom and dad tell their twins that they’re all connected by an Invisible String, the children insist that’s impossible. But still, they want to know more: What kind of string? The answer is one that people around the world have been sharing for a g…
Sharing / Rosemary Wells.
"Every night, Charles puts his favorite things to bed: his little doctor kit, his racing skates, his space man, his xylophone, his magic stars, his alligator, his Lionel Messi football, and his pecka-pecka chicken farm. One day, Charles takes his toys to …
Walk with me : a counting adventure / Nancy E. Uslan.
"Explore the outdoors in this vibrant counting adventure! Count giraffes, monkeys, zebras, and more colorful animals in a delightful rhyming journey. Just right for reading to little ones, this vivid book is the perfect introduction to counting from one t…
Daniel tries a new potty / by Maggie Testa ; poses and layouts by Jason Fruchter.
"Daniel Tiger is so excited to go to the train station with his mom to meet his friend Juan Carlos. At the train station, Daniel has to go potty, but he has never used the potty there before. Luckily, Mom Tiger is there to help and explain the differenc…
Welcome to Motorvania! / adapted by Gloria Cruz.
"Meet the Mighty Monsterwheelies of Motorvania, a town that many cars and trucks call home, and where vehicles with monster powers keep the town safe. Mayor Van Helsing is taking a family of cars on a tour of the town on a car carrier, when the carrier hi…
Santa claws / written by Bridget Heos ; illustrated by Galia Bernstein.
"With bouncy, delightful rhymes, Santa Claws celebrates Christmas in the Cretaceous world. Every year, Santa Claws delivers presents, spreading cheer wherever he goes. Every dino in the land gets into the Christmas spirit: Boneheads make toys, Gallimimus …
Books on bikes/ F. Isabel Campoy & Therea Howell; illustrated by Brizida Magro.
"Lía loves books, and she reads all the time—even while walking her trusty bike through town. But sometimes books can be hard to come by. When Lía discovers her neighbors are as eager for books as she is, she takes a page from the heroes she has read abou…
Piggy bank saves the day / written by Kimberly Wilson ; illustrated by Mark Hoffmann
"​Descended from a long line of patient, persistent savers, this piggy bank breaks the mold, flying in fast with a goal to gather cash. He’s a supersonic saving machine! When his friends give him his first savings goal, Piggy hits the scene, rallying coi…
You're my little star : a touch-and-feel book
"You're my little star, shining brilliant and bright"--Back cover.
Piñata party! / adapted by Maria Le.
"Join Nina and her friends and family as they celebrate and take turns hitting a piñata. Hit it once, twice, three times! Who will be the one to break the piñata?"--Back cover.
My little deer / by Hannah Eliot ; illustrated by Jennifer A. Bell.
"My little deer, we’re cozy together, no matter the time or place or the weather. This charming board book with a padded cover is the perfect read-aloud for your little dear." --Publisher's website.
The echo people / by S. D. Youngwolf ; illustrated by Shonto Begay.
"In the early morning hours, two young children go on a journey of discovery with their grandfather, a great chief. After offering prayers to Creator, Grandfather leads Aiyanna and Little Wolf separately to the river gorge to meet the Echo People. There, …
Pencil's best story ever / with help from Carly Gledhill.
"Oh, hello! I’m Pencil and I’ve written a very special story just for YOU. It’s got all my friends in it and it’s definitely my best story EVER. Do you want to hear it? Great! Then, what are you waiting for? Pencil has written THE BEST STORY EVER and he c…
Peter's Christmas gifts / based on the books by Beatrix Potter.
"Peter and his sisters are excited for Christmas, but they've misplaced all their presents! Can they gather new gifts and deliver them before the big day arrives?"--Back cover.
Mama moon : a story about love and mental health / by Noah Grigni.
"Mama Moon is the story of a child who muses that their mother is like the moon—ever changing, sometimes blue, sometimes bright. Mama loves warm summers, and eating cherries while stargazing with Baba and Kiddo. But on her bluest of days, she can’t do th…
Randy Rainbow and the marvelously magical pink glasses / Randy Rainbow ; illustrated by Jaimie MacGibbon.
"Randy Rainbow is uniquely himself. He loves painting his nails and listening to old Broadway albums. But when some kids at school tease Randy for being who he is, he goes to his beloved granny for a solution. And she has just the thing--a pair of sparkl…
Goose egg island / written by Julia Richardson ; illustrated by Meneka Repka.
This "story gives readers an engaging glimpse into the life cycle of Canada geese. On a chilly spring day, Goose and Gander flap down toward a little island just beginning to thaw out after a long winter. It is here that they will build a nest, lay eggs,…
I don't want to go to school / Amélie Graux.
"Jonah doesn't want to go to school. No, no, and no! He'd much rather go to daycare, like his sister Lena. Or to work, just like his mom. Maybe he could even take the bus to the office, the way his dad does... But would skipping school really be as fun…
Goodnight, I love you / Sam Taplin ; illustrated by Jennifer A. Bell.
"It's bedtime for little bear... but all those twinkly stars in the night sky look ever so exciting! Each time you turn a page, you'll see more and more stars as the sky is lit up by real lights." --publisher's website