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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. 
The Future Book
by Mac Barnett; illustrated by Shawn Harris

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? 
 
Bartleby
by Matt Phelan

Bartleby the bear stands out among his classmates, not only because of his bright red bowler hat, but also because of his quiet response to most invitations: "I would prefer not to."
 
Here Come the Aunties!
by Cynthia Leitich Smith; illustrated by Aphelandra

Follow a year in the life of River, a Muscogee child, and meet all the 'aunties' who care for him through affection, shared skills, and everyday support. 
 
The Dream
by Gideon Sterer; illustrated by Nik Henderson

Dismayed by environmental damage, a young girl encounters a wolf and experiences a fantastical vision of how animals and humans might find solidarity. 
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 dynamic duos just like them.
Snap! Crunch! Munch?
by Diana Castillo

Dinnertime becomes more fun for one little boy as he imagines his family members as different animals based on their preferred foods. 
Pencil & Eraser: New Friends Rule!: An Early Reader Graphic Novel by Jenny Alvarado
Pencil & Eraser: New Friends Rule!
by Jenny Alvarado

When Pencil befriends an eager Ruler, Eraser struggles to adjust to the new friendship dynamic on a mission to rescue a missing crayon.
One Smart Cookie
by Mika Song

Squirrel pals Norma and Belly infiltrate a fortune cookie factory, hoping to reap delicious rewards. 
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!)
Contact your librarian for more great books for ages 0-8!
Forsyth County Public Library
585 Dahlonega Street, Cumming, Georgia 30040
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