Picture Books

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Updated March 24, 2025
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Staake, Bob
Paper Book
In this paneled picture book, join a small girl on her hilarious and surprising search for her lost cat--and watch as she helps her neighbors, who have also lost their pets, along the way! Where, oh where is Kitty? She's not upstairs... not in her litter box... not...
THE BAKERY DRAGON
Kurtz, Devin Elle
Paper Book
NATIONAL BESTSELLER * The heroic tale of a tiny dragon with a heart of gold and a taste for treats! A scrumptious picture book for fans of funny fairytales and fantastic beasts. Ember has always been different from the other dragons. His fearsome roar sounds more like a...
To See an Owl
Matthew Cordell
Paper Book
An endearing story about a girl's efforts to spot an owl from the Caldecott Medal winning creator of Wolf in the Snow. This gorgeous picture book that encourages patience and perseverance will resonate with readers of all ages who have longed to see one of these elusive creatures in the...
PIG TOWN PARTY
Cho, Lian
Paper Book
"Absurdly funny."--Kirkus Reviews Author-illustrator Lian Cho delivers a rib-tickling picture book about a young girl who receives a mysterious invite to a Pig Town party and follows the trail into a secret world of pigs--where epic parties, chase scenes, and a cake heist...
THE BAND IN OUR BASEMENT: A PICTURE BOOK
Baptist, Kelly J.
Paper Book
In this rollicking, rhyming picture book, a pair of siblings who are supposed to be in bed discover a jazz band playing in their basement The sounds downstairs are funky and we start to wiggle toes. We flip-flop and we giggle with sheets up...
CHOOCH HELPED
Rogers, Andrea L.
Paper Book
WINNER OF THE CALDECOTT MEDAL! A Cherokee girl introduces her younger brother to their family's traditions--begrudgingly!--in a heartfelt picture book full of gorgeous collage illustrations from debut artist Rebecca Lee Kunz. Sissy's younger brother Chooch...
A PINECONE!
Yoon, Helen
Paper Book
While Daddy is busy wrangling a mud-happy dog, someone else is collecting lots and lots of pinecones. Helen Yoon brings back the parent-child duo from Off-Limits in a droll celebration of high enthusiasm. Daddy is a bit distracted on their autumn walk, while...
ALL THE BOOKS
Rocco, Hayley
Paper Book
Join this adorable chipmunk as she gets her first library card and unlocks a world of books! This charming ode to reading, sharing, libraries, and librarians everywhere is the perfect gift for fans of Once Upon a Book and Knight...
HAVE YOU SEEN MY ACORN?
Ryland, Dk
Paper Book
The perfect Fall read! Perfect for fans of the bestselling The Leaf Thief, this is a humorous picture book about a squirrel who enlists the help of his woodland friends as he searches for his missing acorn! Squirrel dug and dug, but he couldn't find it. Which...
SNOW IS...
Gehl, Laura
Paper Book
From award-winning author Laura Gehl, a sparkling, lyrical picture book about the magic of an early snow. It's dawn and there is snow all around. The wonder of winter's first snowfall brings the magic of changing seasons and sees a family sharing the perfect snow day with...
In Praise of Mystery
Ada Limón
Paper Book
As part of her tenure as U.S. poet laureate, Ada Limón has written "In Praise of Mystery," which will be engraved on the Europa Clipper spacecraft that launches to Jupiter and its moons in October 2024. Published here as Limón's debut picture book, this luminous poem is illustrated by celebrated...
MR. FOX'S GAME OF NO!
Larochelle, David
Paper Book
In a hilarious interactive picture book, the Geisel Award-winning creators of See the Cat challenge kids to answer every question with "NO"--even when their brain keeps insisting "YES." Can you beat Mr. Fox at his Game of No? The rules are simple: every time he asks a...
ALICE IN A WINTER WONDERLAND
Brett, Jan
Paper Book
A striking rendition of Alice in Wonderland transported to a shimmering Alaskan tundra, in Jan Brett's rich signature style. When Alice spies a white rabbit checking his pocket watch before hippity-hopping down a crevasse in an Alaskan glacier, she knows she must follow...
LITTLE GHOST MAKES A FRIEND
Edkins Willis, Maggie
Paper Book
A shy ghost learns the secret to making friends is being his spooky, sparkly self in this charming debut picture book that's perfect for fans of Stumpkin. Little Ghost and his mom have been happily haunting their creaky old house for years, just the two of them. When a new...
ALFIE EXPLORES A TO Z: A SEEK-AND-FIND ADVENTURE
Drew, Jeff
Paper Book
Join Alfie the bookworm as he travels through the alphabet from A to Z in this interactive seek-and-find picture book adventure. Meet Alfie the friendly bookworm and his pet dust bunny, Betty! When Betty runs off, Alfie travels through each letter in the alphabet searching for...
The Interpreter
Olivia Abtahi
Paper Book
A sharp and heartfelt picture book about a young soccer-loving girl who's an interpreter for her Spanish-speaking parents. Some kids have one job- to be a kid! Cecilia has two. When she isn't on the soccer field scoring goals, she's accompanying her parents to all kinds of grown...
Soy Sauce!
Laura G. Lee
Paper Book
A joyful picture book for kids and foodies of all ages (with real soy sauce as paint!) that celebrates the iconic kitchen staple and the magical way food connects family and friends across the world. Salty, savory, rich, and even sweet, soy sauce is...
Smelly Peggy
Helen Stephens
Paper Book
Dog lovers unite! Find a leash and chase down this hilarious day-in-the-life ode to an unstoppable, odiferous, furry family member who may seem very familiar. Meet Peggy--a very naughty dog who gets into a lot of trouble. Some of the things she loves doing: leaping on the...
THE NIGHT MARKET
Wedlick, Seina
Paper Book
Journey with a young girl as she explores the mesmerizing wonders of a Nigerian night market, where each stall is an adventure waiting to be discovered! Filled with vibrant illustrations, this captivating picture book invites young readers into a world of magic, mystery, and the joy of finding...
PIGS DIG A ROAD
Finison, Carrie
Paper Book
A rhyming picture book featuring pig construction workers that's perfect for fans of Good Night, Good Night, Construction Site. Construction crew chief Rosie and her team are building a new road to the Hamshire County Fair. It's time to put on hard hats and boots, grab...
BEAR'S LOST GLASSES
Timmers, Leo
Paper Book
Bear can't find his glasses. He must have left them at Giraffe's house.On the way over, Bear sees all kinds of animals he didn't notice last time: an elephant, a crocodile, a flamingo, a deer. And who's this long spotty snake lying on Giraffe's deckchair?The patient Giraffe finds Bear's glasses-...
I WORKED HARD ON THAT!
Wall, Robyn
Paper Book
A spider sets out to make the most perfect, awe-inspiring web only to have her artistic efforts destroyed again and again in this delightful picture book about the creative process and perseverance. As a spider, Kiara has always made webs to catch food, but one day, she discovers...
WHEN YOU FIND THE RIGHT ROCK
Ray, Mary Lyn
Paper Book
A marvelous exploration of the special relationship children find with the natural world and the fascination and friendship they find in special rocks, from poet Mary Lyn Ray and artist Felicita Sala. Somewhere, a rock is waiting for you. One just the right color...
Rescue Cat
Stephen Savage
Paper Book
From New York Times-bestselling creator Stephen Savage comes an adventurous picture book about a little cat with BIG ambitions. Life hasn't always been easy for street cat, Butterscotch. But when she finds herself in a brand new home, full of warmth and love, she...
A MAP FOR FALASTEEN: A PALESTINIAN CHILD'S SEARCH FOR HOME
Odeh, Maysa
Paper Book
A Kirkus Best Book of 2024 A Booklist Editors Choice 2024 A young Palestinian girl living in diaspora struggles to find her homeland on a map in this gentle and heartfelt picture book. At school, Falasteen and her classmates are tasked with finding...
LET'S CELEBRATE KOREAN NEW YEAR!
Park, Michelle W.
Paper Book
Ring in the Lunar New Year with this sweet picture book by Emmy-winning TV host Michelle W. Park. This heartwarming story follows two sisters as they explore the Korean traditions of Seollal while learning about the importance of family. The author's own dumpling recipe and a fun activity are...
Make a Pretty Sound: A Story of Ella Jenkins--The First Lady of Children's Music
Traci N. Todd
Paper Book
Once upon a time, children's music was just Mother Goose, nursery songs, and lullabies. And then came Ella Jenkins. Ella Jenkins is an American folk singer and living legend dubbed "The First Lady of Children's Music." For nearly 70 years, she has been writing and...
ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE
Biedrzycki, David
Paper Book
Ever since he was a little chip, Robot knew he was ART-ificially different. A funny and heartfelt picture book exploring AI, art, and creativity. Try as he might, Robot can't keep up with the other robots at the warehouse. But when he's sent off for reprogramming, he...
SPRINGTIME STORKS: A MIGRATION LOVE STORY
Munro, Carol Joy
Paper Book
Based on the true story of two storks whose dedication to each other captured the world's attention, this soaring tale is a heartfelt call to protect the routes of migratory birds. ★ School Library Journal Katerina and Luka, two majestic, mated white...
HIRO, WINTER, AND MARSHMALLOWS
Schneider, Marine
Paper Book
 "Warmhearted . . . memorable . . . [a work of thoughtful exploration." -- Publishers Weekly (STARRED REVIEW) A dreamlike tale about a bear, a boy, and the conversation they share one snowy evening. ​Hiro is a bear too curious to...
A Moving Story
Beth Ferry
Paper Book
From the New York Times bestselling duo of Stick and Stone, Beth Ferry and Tom Lichtenheld, with illustrations by Tom Booth: A sweet and uplifting story about trying, failing, and never-ending kindness. With the utmost care, brothers and professional...
THE CREATURE OF HABIT TRIES HIS BEST
Smith, Jennifer E.
Paper Book
The Creature of Habit is back in this humorous picture book that tackles a perennial challenge for every kid - learning to ride a bike! This story celebrates the power of persistence and reminds us that sometimes, it's not about being the best but about giving it your best try! ...
THE MOST BEAUTIFUL WINTER
Rubio, Cristina Sitja
Paper Book
A cozy tale about a restless sleeper, his hibernating friends, and how he creates his best winter yet. When snow begins to blanket the trees, naptime is here for the animals of the forest--everyone, it seems, except for Badger! He doesn't feel like sleeping, and he's got some big...
COOKIE TIME
Sima, Jessie
Paper Book
From the New York Times bestselling creator of Not Quite Narwhal comes a tasty picture book about two kids who get into time travel shenanigans while trying to skip waiting for cookies to bake! Kat and Ari love cookie time, their special tradition with...
WHERE TO HIDE A STAR
Jeffers, Oliver
Paper Book
World-renowned artist and picture book creator Oliver Jeffers brings to life an endearing story about the magic of friendship--and sharing what brings us joy. Celebrate twenty years of The Boy in this highly anticipated new adventure from the internationally bestselling picture...
THE OUTSIDE
Marino, Gianna
Paper Book
New York Times bestselling illustrator Gianna Marino helps little ones find their courage to face their fears and explore the world around them. Earl likes the inside and likes feeling safe. He also likes his friends to be safe and is quick to point out the many dangers of...
There Are No Ants in This Book
Rosemary Mosco
Paper Book
Nothing can ruin a picnic faster than a bunch of ants. It's a good thing there are no ants in this book... well, maybe there's only one. Or two... Or ten?? Maybe it's not so bad. Ants are kind of cool, after all - especially the ones with amazing butts, like the Acrobat Ant that waves its back end...
A DRAGON FOR HANUKKAH
Mlynowski, Sarah
Paper Book
A USA Today bestseller! Get ready for the most magical holiday ever, with this dazzling picture book debut from New York Times bestselling author Sarah Mlynowski that Laura Numeroff, #1 bestselling author of If You Give a Mouse a Cookie, called a "delightful,...
A LITTLE LIKE MAGIC
Kurpiel, Sarah
Paper Book
Winner of the Schneider Book Award and glistening with winter charm, this is an exhilarating, tender story of pushing past your comfort zone and finding inspiration in art and natural beauty. Our young narrator doesn't like itchy hats or cold wind, and she especially doesn't like...
NARWHAL: UNICORN OF THE ARCTIC
Fleming, Candace
Paper Book
Venture to the Arctic Ocean and discover real life underwater unicorns--narwhals--in this stunningly illustrated nonfiction picture book. A HORN BOOK AND BOOKLIST BEST BOOK OF THE YEAR You are a narwhal. Shy... Swift... Small...
WAKE UP, MOON!
Judge, Lita
Paper Book
An energetic squirrel isn't ready to give up on winter fun and go to bed in this cozy picture book about animal friends who spend an unforgettable night romping in the snow! The snowstorm is over. The stars are out. But one little squirrel is not in bed. He's having far too much...
Chicka Chicka Ho Ho Ho (Chicka Chicka Book, A)
William Boniface
Paper Book
A New York Times Bestseller In a much-anticipated new companion to the beloved and bestselling classic Chicka Chicka Boom Boom, the rollicking alphabet chant gets a holiday twist. A told B, and B told C, "I'll meet...
I QUIT
Tracy, Kristen
Paper Book
Fans of Cat Problems and Mother Bruce will not want to miss this hiss-terical picture book! I Quit is an oh-so-relatable story about a misbehaving kitty who's had just about enough... only to find out she's had what she needed all along. When kitty first...
PETE THE CAT SCREAMS FOR ICE CREAM!
Dean, James
Paper Book
A NEW YORK TIMES AND INDIE BESTSELLER! I scream! You scream! Pete screams for ice cream! The Just Chillin' ice cream truck is coming today and Pete the Cat can't wait. He runs as fast as he can to find the truck. It's getting late, but his friends need his help. Will Pete...
Into the Goblin Market
Vikki Vansickle
Paper Book
Millie loves her quiet life on the farm, but Mina longs for adventure. When the Goblin Market comes to town, Millie knows it's a bad idea. They've been told stories their whole lives about the dangers of the Goblin Market. But Mina just can't resist... When Mina doesn't come back, it's Millie's turn...
GOOD NIGHT THOUGHTS
Greenfield, Max
Paper Book
From actor Max Greenfield, the author of I Don't Want to Read This Book and its two companion titles, comes a sweetly funny bedtime book about anxiety and being present. What do we do when we can't fall asleep? The child in this story has racing thoughts--funny, silly, and...
YOU ARE NOT SLEEPY!
Teague, Mark
Paper Book
From New York Times bestselling and award-winning author-illustrator Mark Teague comes a funny bedtime picture book that is "storytelling hog heaven" (Publishers Weekly, starred review) about a pig who can't go to sleep no matter how hard he tries! Pig knows it's...
ALL FOOD IS GOOD FOOD
Ehlert, Molli Jackson
Paper Book
From noodles to salad, from congee to pancakes, from dim sum to pizza, author Molli Jackson Ehlert and illustrator Fanny Liem embrace food of all types in this fun and inclusive picture book. All food is good food. Food fuels your day, nourishes your body, and excites your taste buds...

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