New Picture Books
Explore our list of new picture books and board books!
Avatar, the last airbender : heart of a hero
Zhang, Kat, 1991- author
2024
"Katara, with some help from Sokka, recounts to a group of children Team Avatar's adventures and struggles in this Avatar: The Last Airbender picture book about growth and friendship"-- Provided by publisher.
Can I give you a kiss? : a sweet story about asking for and giving consent
Bourdeverre-Veyssiere, Soline, author.
2024
Designed to start the much-needed conversation about consent, this adorable story follows an imaginative little girl as she reads a story about kissing to her stuffed animals and toys and learns the importance of respecting one another when it comes to giving kisses and hugs.
The Cozy Home : three-and-a-half stories
Dyckman, Ame, author
2024
"In three-and-a-half stories, friends and roommates Bat, Cat and Rat share, joke, and read together"-- Provided by publisher.
Edwina, the dinosaur who didn't know she was extinct
Willems, Mo, author, illustrator
2006
Edwina is well-known in her neighborhood, she plays with kids, she bakes delicious chocolate chip cookies and helps old ladies cross the street. She is well-loved by everyone except for one person: Reginald Von Hoobie-Doobie. He knows for a fact that dinosaurs are extinct and tries to convince everyone that they are. What happens when Edwina finds out?
Eyes that weave the world's wonders
Ho, Joanna, author
2024
"From New York Times bestselling Joanna Ho, of Eyes that Kiss in the Corners, and award-winning educator Liz Kleinrock comes a powerful companion picture book about adoption and family. A young girl who is a transracial adoptee learns to love her Asian eyes and finds familial connection and meaning through them, even though they look different from her parents'. Her family bond is deep and their connection is filled with love. She wonders about her birth mom and comes to appreciate both her birth culture and her adopted family's culture, for even though they may seem very different, they are both a part of her, and that is what makes her beautiful. She learns to appreciate the differences in her family and celebrate them."-- Provided by publisher.
Forever and always
Thurman, Brittany, author
2024
Exploring the day-to-day life of a young Black child and her family, this lyrical picture book centers around Olivia, who, worrying about her father while he's at work, anxiously awaits his return, knowing that when he gets home, the evening will be full of love and fun.
Fur
Geron, Eric.
2024
"Let's learn all about the different types of animal coverings! Animals have different body coverings for different reasons. Some animals use their coverings to keep warm or stay cool, others use them for protection, and can either stand out or blend in. Some animals even use their coverings to move! This vibrant new set of LEARN ABOUT books gives readers a close-up look at five different animal coverings, from fur and feathers to skin, scales, and shells. Each book is packed with photographs and fun facts that explore how each covering suits the habitat, diet, survival, and life cycle of various animals in the natural world. Which animals have fur? Mammals! Do you know why mammals need fur to survive? With amazing photos and lively text, this book explains how fur helps mammals stay dry, keep warm, defend themselves, and more! Get ready to learn all about fur!"-- Provided by publisher.
Hair love
Cherry, Matthew A., author
2019
Zuri's hair has a mind of its own. It kinks, coils, and curls every which way. Zuri knows it's beautiful. When Daddy steps in to style it for an extra special occasion, he has a lot to learn. But he loves his Zuri, and he'll do anything to make her -- and her hair -- happy.
Hearing
Caprioli, Claire.
2024
"How do we experience the world? Let's learn all about the five senses! The sense of hearing is one of our five senses. And it is amazing! It helps us carry out a conversation and enjoy music and the sounds of nature. It also warns us if there is danger around. Learn about how we hear, and common problems and diseases connected with it with this perfect first introduction to the sense of hearing! ABOUT THE SERIES: The human body is amazing! It gives us five different ways to learn about the world around us: through the eyes, through the skin, through the tongue, through the ears, and through the nose. Thanks to these parts of our bodies, we can see, feel, taste, hear, and smell. These are the five senses! Why do bananas taste so good? Why does tickling cause so much laughter? Illustrated with familiar examples, this fun nonfiction set in the Learn About series gives readers a close-up look at the five senses, and it teaches them how each of the senses work"-- Provided by publisher.
Kaiah's garden
Florence, Melanie, author.
2024
As she wakes up one dull morning, Kaiah feels as cold and grey as the day. She longs to be with her grandmother again. Kaiah's life doesn't feel right without her. But through Kaiah's treasured bead box and the beauty it holds she is with her grandmother, in a garden that is full of colour and love.
Like you, like me
Kostecki-Shaw, Jenny Sue, author, illustrator
2024
Pen pals Tulsi and Vanessa discover that even though life in their countries--Tanzania and America--is very different, they still have a lot in common.
Looking for Peppermint, or, Life in the forest / Or Life in the Forest
Eaton, Maxwell, III, author, illustrator
2024
"A young girl shares stories and facts about the woods near her home while catching up with her mischievous dog, Peppermint"-- Provided by publisher.
The lost dino
2023
Baby Pterodactyl is lost and can't find her mother. Join the baby dino as she asks her dino friends for help.
My first words = Mis primeras palabras
Emberley, Rebecca, author
2024
Introduce your child to colors, numbers, animals and more - a perfect first bilingual book!
The ogre who wasn't
Morpurgo, Michael, author
2023
The fresh and funny story of a little princess who hates the stuffy palace, but loves the creatures she meets in the garden, from the award-winning duo Sir Michael Morpurgo (Children's Laureate 2003-4) and Emily Gravett. Clara is a small, strong-willed princess who likes running wild, jumping ditches and climbing trees . . . but most of all, she loves collecting creepy-crawlies and making them her friends. That's not easy with a bossy butler and a pernickety nanny always on your case. When Clara discovers that an ogre she keeps in her shoe under her bed isn't an ogre at all, he offers her a way out of her predicament. There's only one thing she needs to do . . .
Only : the bird who liked being alone
Anderson, Airlie, author
2024
A bird named Only likes his quiet time and alone time, but he does not want to be lonely.
A rainbow in brown
Giron, Pavonis, author, illustrator.
2024
Jo wants to paint all the wonderful things she loves. With a palette of red, yellow, and blue, Jo knows she can mix any colors together to create new ones. Her imagination takes flight as she explores painting with primary and by mixing her own secondary colors, each picture as beautiful as the last. But through her exploration of the colors of the rainbow, Jo finds that her favorite is a combination of them all: brown.
Scales
Geron, Eric, author
2024
"Let's learn all about the different types of animal coverings! Animals have different body coverings for different reasons. Some animals use their coverings to keep warm or stay cool, others use them for protection, and can either stand out or blend in. Some animals even use their coverings to move! This vibrant new set of LEARN ABOUT books gives readers a close-up look at five different animal coverings, from fur and feathers to skin, scales, and shells. Each book is packed with photographs and fun facts that explore how each covering suits the habitat, diet, survival, and life cycle of various animals in the natural world. Which animals have scales? Fish! Did you know that some birds, reptiles, and mammals can also have scales? Discover all the incredible ways scales help animals survive. With amazing photos and lively text, this book explains how scales help animals stay warm or cool, move, protect themselves, and more! Get ready to learn all about scales!"-- Provided by publisher.
There's no such thing as ... elves
Rowland, Lucy (Children's author), author.
2023
When a little boy is told by his best friend that elves are not real he sets out to search everywhere in hopes his friend is wrong.
This wolf was different
Slivensky, Katie, author
2024
A young wolf wishes she were more like her brothers and sisters until she meets a young human child.
Time to eat! = Chin fan laa : a bilingual book
Lee, Vickie, author
2024
"Sparse text and bright illustrations help readers learn the names of all of their favorite dishes in both English and Mandarin. From spare ribs to spring pea shoots there's something for everyone in this timeless story about dinner time"-- Provided by publisher.
Too much : my great big Native family
Goodluck, Laurel, author
2024
When Russell tries to share exciting news with his large, Native family, he struggles with being heard, but after he ventures out on his own he realizes how much he loves his family.
When you have to wait
Conklin, Melanie, author.
2024
"A mindful, gentle picture book about patience and learning to find beauty in the act of waiting"-- Provided by publisher.