Culpeper County Library271 Southgate Shopping Center, Culpeper, Virginia 22701 | 540-825-8691https://www.cclva.org |
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Picture Books February 2026 |
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Whooo Is Still Awake?
by Brigette Barrager
As the moon rises and the stars twinkle, two little owls take flight into moonlit woods. With a joyful 'Whooo? Whooo?' they explore the night, meeting nocturnal friends along the way. From fluttering moths and playful raccoons to creeping black cats and trotting skunks, each page turn introduces readers to a new surprise--
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| Rumpelstiltskin by Mac Barnett; illustrated by Carson EllisThe traditional fairy tale about a magical trickster and the woman who outwits him gets a fresh take in this retelling. Quirky humor gives the text a contemporary edge, balanced by medieval-inspired illustrations in deep, rich hues. For fans of: The Three Billy Goats Gruff, another fairy tale remix by author Mac Barnett.
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A Sound in the Night
by María Coco
A girl and her dog's camping trip takes a suspenseful turn when an eerie nighttime sound and spooky shadow grow outside their tent.
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We All Love
by Julie Flett
The follow-up to We All Play An adorable celebration of all the ways that animals and humans show love--from award-winning Indigenous artist/author Julie Flett. This book is like a big warm hug that envelops readers ... a first choice for any library's picture book collection.--School Library Journal, STARRED REVIEW Snuggle up Animals love--like you Join baby bears, little ducklings, curious foxes, and many more adorable creatures as they remind us of all the ways, big and small, that we show love and care. We All Love is a poetic and beautifully illustrated reminder of the interconnectedness of the natural world--demonstrating how care, protection, and love are experienced by all living things. We All Love features: A glossary of Cree animal names used throughout the textA letter to the reader from Julie FlettPart of the We Do Too series, following We All Play, We All Love is a celebration of the love that connects us all--big and small, near and far. We love too / k stanaw m na Praise for We All PlayA Best Children's Book of the Year: New York Times, The Washington Post, and The Globe & MailKirkus starred reviewPublishers Weekly starred reviewHorn Book starred reviewSchool Library Journal starred review, and more
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| Because of a Shoe by Julie Fogliano; illustrated by Marla FrazeeIt's a familiar scenario: a parent wants a child to put on shoes, prompting an epic tantrum. Even as patience frays on both sides, unwavering love remains beneath the conflict. Strategically colored illustrations help to convey the changing moods in this cathartic and ultimately reassuring slice of life.
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When Cherry Blossoms Fall
by Katrina Goldsaito
Celebrate springtime and the beauty of life with this hopeful and inspiring picture book. We wait for so long, and when they finally come, the petals fall so quickly. Mono no aware, ne? What does that mean, mono no aware? Little Yuna can't wait for her great-grandmother's cherry tree to bloom. She and her hbchan spend each day outside, watching the tree's flowers unfurl. But once the tree blooms, the moment is so brief before it loses its petals again--this is what her hbchan calls mono no aware. It isn't until her great grandmother--and the petals she loves--are gone that Yuna finally understands what the phrase really means: an awareness of something's impermanence. Critically acclaimed illustrator Yas Imamura of Love in the Library has created stunning artwork to accompany this profound text. Readers will love pouring over these pages again and again
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Stegothesaurus
by Bridget Heos
A fun, playful, energetic story starring two stegosauruses and one stegothesaurus about family--and synonyms!--for the young word lover in your home, residence, or abode! Stegothesaurus's love of language has always put him at odds with his stegosaurus brothers. So when he makes a friend--an allothesaurus---who is just as verbose as he, he is happy, thrilled, and ecstatic! But Stegothesaurus soon learns that the allothesaurus has very different ideas about what constitutes a good meal, and he'll discover there's one thing that he loves more than words: his family. Featuring clever but simple text from Bridget Heos and bold, exuberant art by T. L. McBeth, Stegothesaurus introduces young readers to a memorable, original, unforgettable dinosaur hero.
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The Coziest Place on the Moon
by Maria Popova
From Marginalian creator Maria Popova and acclaimed illustrator Sarah Jacoby comes this gorgeous picture book about the dark side of the moon, and creative solitude as an antidote to loneliness.A Publishers Weekly Big Indie Children's Book of Fall 2025 One of Betsy Bird's Top Unconventional Children's Books of 2025 A Politics & Prose Children & Teen Favorite of 2025 Feeling like the loneliest creature on Earth, Re decides to go live in the coziest place on the moon. Re packs a suitcase and takes off on a beam of light, shooting out into the cosmic aloneness of space.Re's aim is to go into the cozy nook that the moon is said to possess. But shortly after arriving, Re makes a surprising discovery: Re is not alone. Indeed, another lonely soul has beaten Re there And so, Re meets Mi, and while each lives in their own chamber of the nook, these two single souls still become, at times, a kind of togetherness.Each remains alone but less lonely, and now each can watch over the solitude of the other. Moreover, on certain nights, the solitary songs of them both might be heard cadencing the night together, in harmony, across the vast and starry sky.
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We Always Had Wings
by Jess X. Snow
A stunning, mythology-inspired ode to the places and people who came before us as a girl embarks on her first visit to her mother's hometown in China for Lunar New Year. Little Snow can't remember the last time she was on an airplane, and is afraid of the long journey from her big city to the vast Chinese countryside Mama comes from. To soothe her nerves, Mama tells Little Snow the story of how their ancestors travelled before borders and countries existed--flying through the skies as cranes. What follows is a tender story of reconnecting with family during the holidays and remembering the magic of who you are in this gorgeous picture book debut from author-illustrator Jess X. Snow.
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Shibu's Tail
by Tess Thomas
Shibu the cat has a lot of feelings and thankfully his fluffy tail helps him express them all! But one day, Shibu realizes that all the other cats are keeping their feelings (and their tails) tucked away. Maybe it would be better to try and fit in? From two extraordinary debuts comes a delightful story on navigating life's highs, lows, and all the big emotions in between.--
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| I'm So Happy You're Here: A Celebration of Library Joy by Mychal Threets; illustrated by Lorraine NamIn his first picture book, librarian Mychal Threets -- social media star and host of Reading Rainbow -- invites an inclusive community of kids and grown-ups to experience "library joy" through books, storytimes, games, and other activities. This warm, welcoming book is equally suited to group sharing or a one-on-on read. Read-alikes: Lisa Katzenberger's A Love Letter to My Library; Alexandra Penfold's All Are Welcome.
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Contact your librarian for more great books for ages 0-8!
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Culpeper County Library271 Southgate Shopping Center, Culpeper, Virginia 22701 | 540-825-8691https://www.cclva.org |
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