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| A Book of Maps for You by Lourdes Heuer; illustrated by Maxwell Eaton IIIDepicting everything from the school cafeteria to the art store, from the best swing in the park to the house with the coolest Halloween decorations, this collection of hand-drawn maps from an unnamed narrator provides an introduction for their small town’s newest resident. The panoramic, lovingly annotated illustrations encourage lingering attention, and may even inspire kids to try mapping their own favorite places. |
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Good Golden Sun
by Brendan Wenzel
"Good golden sun, where have you been?" asks the honeybee, kicking off a series of boldly illustrated questions demonstrating the connections between the sun and life on Earth. The gentle rhythm and inquisitive structure makes Good Golden Sun a strong choice for storytime as well as engaging curious minds.
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| Don't Trust Fish by Neil Sharpson; illustrated by Dan SantatWhile it might begin with innocuous animal introductions, this picture book soon reveals its bias, declaring that all fish are sneaky, rebellious outlaws who absolutely CAN’T be trusted. Kids and adults alike will appreciate the clever visual humor in this uproarious read-aloud, laughing all the way to the end (where the unreliable narrator is revealed). |
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A bear, a fish, and a fishy wish
by Daniel Bernstrom
When he spots a fish, which would make a delicious dish, hungry Bear discovers this is no ordinary fish—one who has an entirely different plan, in this funny, action-packed picture book with tongue-twisting text.
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| Oh, Olive! by Lian ChoAlthough her parents are serious painters devoted to minimalist precision, rambunctious and ultra-confident young Olive expresses herself through bold splashes of color. Can this family of artists learn to understand each other? |
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| The Concrete Garden by Bob GrahamVisuals are paramount in this hopeful, colorfully illustrated post-lockdown tale. After a long and lonely pandemic winter, all the children in an apartment building spill outside to adorn the courtyard with chalk art, bringing joy to the whole neighborhood. |
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| Time to Make Art by Jeff MackIn this playfully philosophical picture book, a child wonders: How long does art take? Can it have mistakes? How should it feel? These questions (and more) are addressed by an inclusive array of real-life artists, showcasing styles from across the ages and the globe. |
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| The Artist by Ed VereA rainbow-colored creature revels in making art. Her murals -- illustrated with the verve of a real child's drawings -- delight her neighbors. But is the thrill of creation worth the inevitable setbacks? This tale of learning through mistakes will speak to artists of all ages. |
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Contact your librarian for more great books for ages 0-8!
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