Picture Books
January 2026

 
Our winter reading challenge starts January 2! 
 
Readers of all ages are invited to track their cozy winter reading on a BINGO card for fun and prizes.
 
Pick up a BINGO card at any County of San Luis Obispo Public Libraries location January 2 – February 14.
 
 
 
New Releases
 
I'm Very Busy: A (Nearly Forgotten) Birthday Book by Oliver Jeffers
I'm Very Busy: A (Nearly Forgotten) Birthday Book
by Oliver Jeffers

It's Bridget's birthday, and she thinks it would be fun to spend the day with friends. But Bridget's friends are all too busy to hang out! Will Bridget have to spend her birthday all alone?
The Found Things by Petr Horácek
The Found Things
by Petr Horácek

What’s the best thing about losing something? The happy feeling you get when you find it again.
Gray Squirrel Loses It! by Cassandra Federman
Gray Squirrel Loses It!
by Cassandra Federman

Gray Squirrel loses his nut and interrupts a tour of the autumn forest as he frantically searches for it.
How to Be Brave Like a Snail by Naseem Hrab
How to Be Brave Like a Snail
by Naseem Hrab

Snail's not afraid of (certain) loud noises, exploring the glade, or lullaby karaoke. But he is afraid of asking for help, making mistakes, and believing in himself. And so, it's only with support from his best friend Stump that he finds the courage to enter a local paper airplane contest.
The Moon Moved in by Sue Soltis
The Moon Moved in
by Sue Soltis

When the Moon moves into the empty house next door, Stella finally gets the friend she longed for, but as the Moon's absence affects the rest of the world, Stella must make a difficult decision.
How to Grow a Family Tree by Bea Birdsong
How to Grow a Family Tree
by Bea Birdsong

A family tree assignment troubles a girl with a single mom and no ties with relatives, until she realizes she has a found family in her neighbors.
Never Take Your Rhino on a Plane by K. E. Lewis
Never Take Your Rhino on a Plane
by K. E. Lewis

A cautionary tale about the daredevil stunts and embarrassing antics you will face when traveling with your pet rhinoceros. From the security line to the luggage carousel, there is no hope for a relaxing trip or in-flight movie.
Our Pebbles by Jarvis
Our Pebbles
by Jarvis

Explores small moments that were once shared by a child and grandad on a pebble beach.
We Go Slow by Mariahadessa Ekere Tallie
We Go Slow
by Mariahadessa Ekere Tallie

A multigenerational family takes a mindful walk in the city.
Snow Fun
A Cozy Winter Day by Eliza Wheeler
A Cozy Winter Day
by Eliza Wheeler

A community of forest animals celebrates all the wonder that winter offers.
The Day Leap Soared by Blair Braverman
The Day Leap Soared
by Blair Braverman

Leap is a sweet, snow-loving sled dog puppy who can't wait until she's big enough to join the team.
Frostfire by Elly MacKay
Frostfire
by Elly MacKay

Follow dragon-expert Miriam and curious Celeste on a magical winter's day walk through their garden, where a snow dragon just might be hiding.
Snow Is... by Laura Gehl
Snow Is...
by Laura Gehl

A lyrical picture book about the wonder of winter's first snowfall.
Counting Winter by Nancy White Carlstrom
Counting Winter
by Nancy White Carlstrom

Follows one red fox, two ravens, and other animals through the snow-covered woods.
The Snow Thief by Alice Hemming
The Snow Thief
by Alice Hemming

When Squirrel sees snow for the first time, Bird helps him adjust, but just as Squirrel starts to enjoy it, the snow disappears, leaving Squirrel convinced a thief is on the loose.
Just One Flake: A Picture Book by Travis Jonker
Just One Flake: A Picture Book
by Travis Jonker

It's snowing outside! Liam rushes out into the squall, determined to catch one perfect snowflake. He tries any number of tricks to complete his mission, but each time he is thwarted.
I'm Going to Build a Snowman by Jashar Awan
I'm Going to Build a Snowman
by Jashar Awan

A young child sets out to build the best snowman ever.
Contact your librarian for more great books for ages 0-8!