New Picture Books
All that grows
Wong, Jack, 1985- author, illustrator.
2024
As a boy walks around the neighborhood with his older, green-thumbed sister, she tells him all about the plants they see -- magnolias that smell like lemon cake, quince trees that will bloom the most beautiful red, daffodils that are the flower of Mother's Day, and even dandelions, whose greens can be eaten with spaghetti! How does his sister know so much? And how can she tell whether a plant is a flower, vegetable or weed, anyway? The boy's head spins as he realizes how vast the universe is and how much there is to learn ... until he resolves to let his knowledge grow in its own way and time, just like the mysterious plants he has decided to nurture in the garden.
Bunny should be sleeping
Hest, Amy, author
2024
When Dad forgets to check on Bunny one night, Bunny gets up to check on Dad.
Christmas arrives at Lajwaché = Blonyabe ye Lajwahe
Trebi-Ollennu, Flora A. author (Flora Amerley), 1962- author
2021
Cloud babies : sometimes all we need to do is look up
Colfer, Eoin, author
2022
Six-year-old Erin's favorite game is spotting animals in the clouds with her mom and dad--everything from fluffy foxes and polar bears to little rabbits. Even when Erin falls very ill and has to spend a long time in the hospital, she still manages to find joy in spying "cloud babies". When the doctor tells Erin she can go home, she is so excited!
Come closer, Tatita
Pla, Imma, 1964- author, illustrator.
2024
A young girl's five senses take her on a journey through sweet memories of her tatita, her grandmother, in this heartfelt picture book. This moving tale introduces the youngest picture book audience to a girl who misses her grandmother-whom she calls Tata or Tatita, as is traditional in many Spanish-speaking cultures-and yearns to spend time with her. But Tatita is not here any more. The spare, striking illustrations make it ambiguous whether the girl misses her tata because she lives in a faraway place, is ill, or has passed on. Yet this gorgeous, deceptively simple book's ending makes it clear that no matter what, your tatita lives in your heart, and you can always hold her in your memory.
Daddy putdown.
2024
"It's Dad's turn to get Bluey and Bingo ready for bed. Will the daddy putdown go to plan?"-- Provided by publisher
Here be dragons
Lloyd, Susannah, author.
2024
Here be dragons! Where? That's the question in this laugh-out-loud picture book where everyone's in on the joke but the hapless knight. Young readers will love spotting the dragon in the background.
I'm from
Gray, Gary (Gary R.), Jr., author
2023
The vivid world of one small boy, a poetic account of all the people and places and things that shape who he is and define where he is from.
The Iheards
Kilgore, Emily, author
2022
Mason loves to gossip and because of this, the Iheards flock to him, but when no one wants to be his presentation partner, classmate Natalie helps him turn things around by encouraging him to share only the good Iheards.
Little sisters
Miura, Tomo, author, illustrator.
2024
An only child daydreams about having one, and then many, little sisters, and all the fun they could have together.
Lola and the Troll
Schultz, Connie, author
2024
After changing her appearance to avoid insults from Tom the Troll, Lola decides to be brave and befriend the bully.
Lost stick
Syed, Anoosha, author, illustrator
2024
Pup Milo sets off on an adventure around the world to track down what he thinks is his best friend's prized possession.
Metal baby
Martin, Stephen W., 1981- author
2024
"The Mumfords are a quiet family. They live on a quiet street and enjoy quiet things. So imagine their surprise when they bring home... a Metal Baby! The Mumfords try their best to quiet his cries. But he just gets louder and louder. Soon he's rocking all day and all night. And he's attracting a lot of fans! The Mumfords are exhausted. Their quiet souls are crushed. Is there any way to put Metal Baby to sleep?" -- Provided by publisher
Métis like me
Hilderman, Tasha, author
2024
"A picture book celebrating Métis culture."-- Provided by publisher.
Partly cloudy
Freedman, Deborah (Deborah Jane), 1960- author, illustrator.
2024
Two curious bunnies enjoy watching clouds go by. But when they look at the sky, they see something completely different! While one bunny likes to use his imagination the other bunny can only see the scientific. Together they learn that cloud watching ismuch more fun when they see it through each other's eyes.
Patchwork prince
Paul, Baptiste, author.
2023
"With fabric scrap treasures, a mother makes her son clothes fit for royalty."-- Provided by publisher.
Pretty ugly
Sedaris, David, author
2024
In this hilarious illustrated fable, Anna Van Ogre loses her lovely monstrous looks and is turned into a sickeningly adorable, rosy-cheeked little girl. It starts her on a journey to learn an unforgettable lesson about true beauty.
Queens.
2024
Bluey and Bingo are playing Queens, but when they both want to play Butler, they can't decide who will take the throne. Will Bluey and Bingo find a new Queen to serve? Read along to find out!
Rock your mocs
Goodluck, Laurel, author
2023
"An introduction to the annual celebration of 'Rock Your Mocs Day,' because moccasins and Native pride shouldn't be saved just for ceremonies and powwows, but celebrated all year round"-- Provided by publisher.
Rumie goes rafting
Marentette, Meghan, 1974- author, illustrator
2024
"Rumie dreams of adventuring far down the stream and hatches a brilliant plan . . . 'Let's build a raft!' But will Rumie remember Uncle's warning to practice safety, or get carried away in the excitement of a new adventure? An ode to curiosity, creativity, and patience"-- Provided by publisher.
Saturday at the food pantry
O'Neill, Diane, 1955-, author
2021
Molly and her mom do not always have enough food, so when they visit their local food pantry Molly sees her classmate Caitlin who is embarrassed to be there, so Molly helps Caitlin realize everyone needs help sometimes.
Spring seeds
Hokkanen, Mirka, author, illustrator.
2024
"Discover how seeds spring into action! As winter warms into spring, the amazing life cycle begins--seeds root and sprout and start to grow. From tiny carrot seeds to big avocado seeds and everything in between, discover what seeds can do in this pitch-perfect picture book for younger readers. With clear, informative text and bright, charming illustrations, as well as lots of hilarious interjections from the seeds themselves, this is an exciting start to a new nonficton picture book series exploring life cycles and the seasons."-- Provided by publisher.
The Teeny-Weeny Unicorn
Harris, Shawn (Artist), author
2024
Teeny-Weeny Unicorn feels like the world is not made for his small stature and one day it bothers him so much he runs off, but soon after meeting a salty gnome he starts to wonder if he might just be the right size after all.