Picture Books October 2025
Recent Releases
The kite collector by Zoey Abbott
The kite collector
by Zoey Abbott

James loves collecting kites, which he keeps pristine and safe in his bedroom cupboard, while his little sister, GG, loves opening cupboards and pulling things out, in a story about sibling bonds and joy in being open to new experiences.
Ages: 4 - 7 years
Hello, Tobi! by Andrea Câaceres
Hello, Tobi!
by Andrea Câaceres

"Every day, Tobi goes for walks with his family. At the park, he likes to say hello to everyone--small families with big dogs, big families with small dogs, tall families with tall dogs, short families with short dogs. There are families who look alike and families where everyone is different; families who are quiet, some who yell or sing loudly, and some who like to play together or create. Even when there are so many people and dogs at the park that Tobi can't tell which dog belongs to which family, he still loves them all! But there's always one family he loves the best .
Ages: 2 - 5 years
My teacher is a dinosaur! by Bill Canterbury
My teacher is a dinosaur!
by Bill Canterbury

A young child describes school life with their teach who happens to be a Tyrannosaurus rex.
Ages: 3 - 7 years
This book is dangerous! by Ben Clanton
This book is dangerous!
by Ben Clanton

"Did the title just say that this book is dangerous? Jelly doesn't do dangerous. Can you help Jelly find a way out? Just don't move a muscle or make any loud noises, okay? And definitely DON'T touch anything! While everything seems to come sunny-side up for Narwhal on their adventures, Jelly has more than a few worries about the many dangers out there in the ocean: sea serpents, pirate crabs, circus cannons, lost porcupines, and spiky things of any kind could be lurking around each turn of the page! In the tradition of interactive classics like The Monster at the End of This Book, Jelly has got to find a way out of this book, and it's up to the reader to help this little jellyfish . . . or not!"
Ages: 3 - 7 years
There was an old lady who swallowed a rainbow! by Lucille Colandro
There was an old lady who swallowed a rainbow!
by Lucille Colandro

The Old Lady is back and this time she is swallowing a rainbow, a cloud, some glitter, a cone, a pole and more, in a magical twist on the classic rhyme that will delight and entertain young children. 
Ages: 3 - 6 years
Cute and Creepy
Witch Hazel
by Molly Idle

Memories drive this bewitching tale: while ailing in bed, elderly witch Hazel finds joy in sharing her memories with young companion Hilda; and after Hazel is gone, Hilda finds solace in memories of their time together. 
Ages: 4 - 8 years
Goldfish Ghost by Lemony Snicket
Goldfish Ghost
by Lemony Snicket

A goldfish who has just died leaves the bowl he once called home in search of company, but no one seems to notice a dead goldfish.
Ages: 3 - 6 years
Why Did the Monster Cross the Road?
by R.L. Stine; illustrated by Marc Brown

Meet Hunny, a spiky monster who's feeling down-and-out, and Funny, a google-eyed monster determined to crack jokes until Hunny cracks as well -- a smile. Depicted in hilariously yucky collage art, the monsters are fun to look at, eye-rolling punchlines and all.
Ages: 4 - 8 years
Boo Stew
by Donna L. Washington; illustrated by Jeffrey Ebbeler

Curly Locks loves cooking, but her neighbors in Toadsuck don’t care for her batwing brownies or lizard skin lasagna. But when the town is invaded by shadowy swamp creatures called Scares, Curly Locks’ culinary skills finally come in handy. 
Ages: 5 - 9 years
Little Ghost Makes a Friend
by Maggie Edkins Willis

Little Ghost, an adorably round specter who only goes out on Halloween, longs for a real friend. New neighbor Anya seems to have a lot in common with Little Ghost -- could they be kindred spirits? With soft, cartoony illustrations, this ghost story is heartwarming instead of horrifying. 
Ages: 4 - 8 years
 
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