Picture Books
September 2025
Aggie and the Ghost
by Matthew Forsythe

Adorable, gnome-like Aggie’s excitement to live on her own turns to annoyance when she discovers that her new cottage comes with a roommate: a shapeshifting ghost who follows her around, steals her socks, and eats all the cheese. Whimsical, imaginative illustrations enhance this offbeat ghost story.
Little Rebels
by Yuyi Morales

What does it mean to be a little rebel? As the exuberant stars of this book demonstrate, it means asking questions, trusting intuition, caring for each other, and shaping a better world. Luxuriantly colored mixed-media illustrations add abundant visual interest to this message-driven read.

*If you'd like to request this book, please visit your library and ask for assistance! 
Mi casa is my home by Laurenne Sala
Mi casa is my home
by Laurenne Sala

In this bilingual picture book celebration of family life, young readers are invited into Lucia's home where she takes them on a tour of her busy and cozy casa and introduces them to her beautiful familia. 
Anything by Rebecca Stead
Anything
by Rebecca Stead

After moving to a new apartment, a father tells his daughter to wish for three Anythings, but when she admits she wishes to return to their old home, her dad helps her realize home is where they are together
Vampire jam sandwich by Casey Lyall
Vampire jam sandwich
by Casey Lyall

"You may not have heard of the Vampire Jam Sandwich. But it's time you learned the truth. Once upon a time, a vampire (maybe his name is Terrence) took a bite of a jam sandwich (maybe he thought the jam was... something else). And you know what happens when a vampire bites you... That's right. The jam sandwich has become... A VAMPIRE JAM SANDWICH. Terrifying, stalking the streets at night, sneaking into people's homes in an endless search for MORE JAM!"
Retro Reads
Check out these awesome books from the not-so-distant past!
 
The boy who tried to shrink his name by Sandhya Parappukkaran
The boy who tried to shrink his name
by Sandhya Parappukkaran

When Zimdalamashkermishkada shortens his name, deep down it doesn't feel right, and with the help of a new friend who sees him for who he truly is, Zimdalamashkermishkada finds the confidence to step proudly into his long name. 25,000 first printing. Illustrations.
Cookie Time
by Jessie Sima

To bypass the waiting period while Grandpa’s cookies bake, Kat and Ari build a time machine, leading to unexpected visits to the past and the future, as well as a newfound appreciation for the present and the people who share it. Candy-colored pastels heighten the energy in this zany yet sweet story.
My three best friends and me, Zulay by Cari Best
My three best friends and me, Zulay
by Cari Best

Sharing days with her best friends in their second-grade class, Zulay, a blind student, surprises her teacher by asking if she can run a race on Field Day and achieves her goal with the help of a special aide and the support of loved ones.
New Shoes by Chris Raschka
New Shoes
by Chris Raschka

What it is: a cheerful, colorful, child's-eye view of what happens when it's time for new shoes -- perfect for preschoolers and reassuring for kids who are reluctant to relinquish their beat-up old kicks.

Reviewers say: "It’s the kind of book that might become a battered, dog-eared favorite -- like a well-worn pair of shoes" (Publishers Weekly).
Sketty and Meatball
by Sarah Weeks; illustrated by Alex Willmore

In this easy reader, kids can explore a dog show -- as well as some amusing, beginner-friendly wordplay -- alongside shaggy-haired Sketty and round little Meatball. For further easy readers featuring a charming canine duo, check out David Soman’s Elvis and Romeo series.
Contact your librarian for more great books for ages 0-8!
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