| Turtle with a Toolbox by Beth Ferry; illustrated by DudolfUsing his handy toolbox shell, adorably round-headed Turtle is building something, and each of his animal friends has a unique skill to contribute. Filled with fun-to-say construction sounds and soft, sweet illustrations, this teamwork-focused series opener is "just what the toddler ordered" (Kirkus Reviews).
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| We Are Joy by Chrystal D. Giles; illustrated by Kitt ThomasTold through elegant, poetic words and swirling, jewel-toned illustrations, this affirming picture book celebrates all the facets of Black joy. On each spread, Black children are shown with their loved ones as they play, eat, learn, protest, and revel in the resilience and warmth of community. Read-alikes: Tami Charles' All Because You Matter; Natasha Tarpley's The Me I Choose to Be. |
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| Searching for Wocks by Lucy KnisleyFollow along with a self-declared "expert at wock-finding" as they lead their adult caregiver on a neighborhood treasure hunt, filling their pockets with the most "rare and precious" rocks they discover. Young geologists and collectors will be charmed by this celebration of curiosity. Read-alike: A Pocket Full of Rocks by Kristin Mahoney.
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| The Sweetest of Lemons by Daniel Nayeri; illustrated by Rahele Jomepour BellDuring a long car journey, a child listens to a storyteller's yarn about a giant, a princess, a quest, and a lemon so sweet it can cure sadness. Traditional Persian motifs in both the artwork and storytelling style add specificity and depth to the nested stories within this enchanting picture book.
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| The Big One by Dashka Slater; illustrated by Myo YimDuring the search for the elusive "Big One," no one bets on Marina and Nana, the fishing village's smallest and oldest residents, respectively. But the unorthodox duo is determined, and what they find is greater than any legendary catch. Detailed, atmospheric illustrations enhance this exciting and (literally) immersive sea story. |
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Contact your librarian for more great books for ages 0-8!
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