Picture Books
March 2026

Recent Releases
Loops
by Jashar Awan

Solid-colored backdrops and bold, chunky artwork invite readers to focus on the sole character in this story: a child who's determined to tie the laces on his first pair of big-kid shoes. For fans of: Stephanie V.W. Lucianovic's Touch the Sky, another upbeat tale of persistence in the face of frustration.
The Future Book
by Mac Barnett; illustrated by Shawn Harris

In this picture book from two popular creators, the future is here, and it's goofier than anyone imagined. Oranges are now "bloranges," "Charlie Cheese Face" is a common name, and saying thanks involves…a fish? This "solemnly silly look at social norms" (Publishers Weekly) is sure to be a crowd-pleaser.
 
City Farm by Julie Koon
City Farm
by Julie Koon

Willadeene's farm is in the middle of nowhere and that's how she likes it. She plants her vegetables and enjoys her quiet life. One day, a man knocks on her door and offers to buy the farm. But she refuses. Soon, buildings rise all around her, and crowded streets with honking horns surround her. Still, she continues to plant her vegetables until she grows old, and her garden grows wild. She now fears that she will be forced to sell the farm, until another knock on the door brings a surprise.
Big Rhinoceros, Little Rhinoceros by Jerrold Connors
Big Rhinoceros, Little Rhinoceros
by Jerrold Connors

Big Rhinoceros and Little Rhinoceros take a walk together and discover what is HONKING! Meet goose and her three baby geese, before Little Rhinoceros yawns and heads off to bed with Big Rhinoceros following.
You're My Quiet Little Cricket by Eric Carle
You're My Quiet Little Cricket
by Eric Carle

This sweet story featuring The Very Quiet Cricket--the classic character known for his determination--celebrates the quiet strength, focus, and eventual sleepiness of your own little one! Provided by publisher.
Graphic Novels for Beginning Readers
A Pair of Parrots
by David A. Adler; illustrated by Clarice Elliott

When Ava’s new pet parrot escapes, Ava and her mom pair up to find the missing bird, leading them to discover further dynamic duos (and trios). Starring a clever young wheelchair user, this comic book easy reader introduces simple math concepts while telling an upbeat story. 
A New Car for Pickle by Sylvie Kantorovitz
A New Car for Pickle
by Sylvie Kantorovitz

Pickle thinks he needs a new car, and tries several that are either too fast, too large, or too expensive--until Coco the mechanic shows him what's wrong with the car he already had.
Cat vs. Vac: Ready-To-Read Level 1 by Kaz Windness
Cat vs. Vac: Ready-To-Read Level 1
by Kaz Windness

When a recently delivered package opens to reveal a vacuum, the house cat's hair stands on end! What can be done about this newcomer? Provided by publisher.
We Are Up a Tree!: Ready-To-Read Graphics Level 1 by Jeff Mack
We Are Up a Tree!: Ready-To-Read Graphics Level 1
by Jeff Mack

A dog and a pony climb a tree, only to discover they cannot get down.
Worm and Caterpillar Are Friends
by Kaz Windness

Caterpillar and Worm are BFFs who share a lot in common, but Caterpillar knows those similarities will disappear soon. Will Worm still want to be friends when Butterfly emerges? (Spoiler alert: of course!) Cartoon art brings even more joy to this easy-reading, friendship-focused comic.
Contact your librarian for more great books for ages 0-8!
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