New Children's Picture Books

"Two little Vikings were tucked in their hut; Leafling the brave and the much smaller Nut. Now Nut LOVED his sister and Leaf LOVED her brother, But everyone knew they were NOT like each other. Nut isn't like the other Vikings; he doesn't climb hills or swim icy lakes - but he does have one great passion Nut LOVES to bake cakes! So when Viking Sports' Day comes round Nut isn't excited at all you can't put sprinkles on a shot put. What WILL he do instead?! Told in effortless verse, The Viking Who

"A warmly reassuring rhyming story (with a fun counting element!) about how it's ok to need a little alone time, from the author of the award-winning The Littlest Yak. Doug the camel is all alone and sometimes he wonders whether one is enough (it makes playing hide and seek terribly tough...). So when at first one, then two, then three, then four more camels turn up (followed by a whole camel herd), Doug delights in the possibilities all these new friends bring. But when Doug is 'all camelled ou

Owl, captain of the Knight Watch, is dismissive of Early Bird, an energetic and talkative bird who aspires to be a Knight Owl until her bravery shines through during a wolf attack.

Jim Panzee learns that too much of anything, including having fun, has its downsides.

Ember, a small dragon with an unimpressive roar, fears he will never be as good at stealing gold as other dragons, but discovers a different path to joy after a chance encounter with a baker.

TJ the squirrel learns the true heart of prayer.

Baby Koko's head is similar to an inbox that holds everything he hears until it is so full his outbox kicks in and he starts to talk.

"Duck, Duck, and Goose encounter an interesting and unlikely new friend during their migration south for the winter"--

A lonely star encounters a passing comet, and the duo forms a friendship, meeting every seventy-six years.

"The Case of the Vanishing Caterpillar follows characters Scout and Daisy as they learn about caterpillars and butterflies. The book features Field Notes with more information about butterflies and a Nature Craft for kids to make at home."--

"Based on the TV series, Scout and the Gumboot Kids. Scout and Daisy are at at the coast watching the waves when they hear what sounds like singing, but there's no one else at the beach! Who is doing the singing? Join Scout and Daisy as they find clues to solve the Case of the Singing Ocean."--

Faizah finds comfort in being part of the crowd, but with help from her mother and sister, as well as some practice and patience, she learns to stand out and lead.

Grief-stricken Nene and Mara honor Popi's memory by continuing the tradition of singing to neighbors on All Souls' Day.

"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! With vibrant illustrations, this captivating tale invites readers into a world of magic, mystery, andthe joy of finding treasures in unexpected places"--

Eager to eat their cookies, siblings Kat and Ari decide to build a time machine, but they soon discover some things are worth waiting for.

Fairy Tale land experiences a topsy-turvy transformation where classic stories become mixed up and makes Prince Charming climb a beanstalk, Cinderella kiss a frog, and Rapunzel's nose grow every time she tells a lie.

Baby Dunks-a-Lot becomes an NBA superstar with impressive basketball skills and amazing dunks, but between lost naps and pacifiers he may not be ready for the NBA.

Little readers can join Peppa Pig and George as they celebrate all the things they are thankful for!

As an artist demonstrates the strict rules for creating a still life painting, the painting disregards each one as it comes alive and tells its own story.

One winter evening, a curious brown bear named Hiro slips out of her cave and finds a surprising new friend by the bonfire.

"Where do tractors go when it turns cold and snows?" Do they make cozy beds in their giant red sheds? In this bright and bouncy read-aloud, tractors dig and scoop, round up the sheep and feed the chickens... all before they chug and stomp, zig and zag -- dancing with their farmyard friends. Then, in a second story inspired by "Ten Little Monkeys Jumping on a Bed," count down from ten with Field Mouse, Farmer, and a colorful cast of hard-working tractors.

One winter evening, a curious brown bear named Hiro slips out of her cave and finds a surprising new friend by the bonfire.

Three aliens set off to find a new planet for themselves but soon Bork and Gork have forgotten all of their mother's good advice and only Nklxwcyz builds a home safe enough to withstand the Big Bad Robot in this story reminiscent of "The Three Little Pigs."

"A celebration of each month of the year"--

A young girl dreams of a time when the land and sky belonged to the mariposas amarillas, or yellow butterflies, and tries to re-create their glory with paper and glue.

From visiting with family to golu hopping and more, Navya loves everything about Navarathri--except singing in front of a crowd. She's too afraid. Will the support of her female relatives and the goddess Durga help Navya overcome her fear? This empowering story of girlhood, Shakti, and the nine days of Navarathri is perfect for festival celebrations! Includes an author's note, glossary, more information about the holiday, and a recipe for a chickpea snack.

To participate in next Halloween's festivities with his family, Finn the ghost must first learn to face his fears.

Illustrations and text depict a child's Saturday walk with their abuela and the love they share for the Hudson River and Yemaya, the goddess of the sea.

Children watch in amazement as the bicycle food deliverers of Tokyo stack their noodle bowls like architects, zip through the city like acrobats, and deliver delicious noodles to students, office workers, and families.

When Rubble thinks he's seen a ghost, Ryder, Chase and the rest of Adventure Bay's heroic pups must solve this otherworldly mystery, in this not-so-scary picture book that's perfect for Halloween.

After a young boy, Brian, initially mistakes a homeless man for his Pop-Pop while at the library, he thinks about the things his grandfather and Not Pop-Pop share including their bushy brows, their rumbly voices, and their love of books. Contains back matter designed to help answer children's questions and raise their awareness about homelessness.

Illustrations and text depict a child's Saturday walk with their abuela and the love they share for the Hudson River and Yemaya, the goddess of the sea.

Eloi´sa's struggles fade away when she sits by the window and listens to the neighbor's radio, and one magical day young musicians gather outside and turn the neighborhood into a joyful orchestra of neighbors and strangers. Includes information on different instruments.

"Before my family lived in this house, a different family did, and before them, another family, and another before them. And before that, the family who lived here lived not in a house, but a wigwam. Who lived where you are before you got there?"--

Through courage and determination, little girl Mink helps save a menagerie of animals who have been captured by the evil Mr. Spit.

Amaya embraces her diverse heritage, including her Indian and Chinese roots, to celebrate her individuality as she welcomes her new sibling.

With boisterous illustrations, this delightful read-aloud follows a very wriggly bunny who just can't stop moving, around and around, capturing the can't-sit-still spirit of children with energy to burn and inspiring interactive play.

Beatrice is so well-known for never making a mistake that she is greeted each morning by fans and reporters, but a near-error on the day of the school talent show could change everything.

A sleepless child finds tranquility when they put their racing thoughts to bed.